Can-Am Spyder Roadster RS - 2011 Specifications and Reviews
The 2011 Can-Am Spyder Roadster RS is a three-wheeled roadster designed for riders seeking a unique alternative to traditional motorcycles with enhanced stability and comfort. Known for its distinctive trike configuration and manageable power delivery, it appeals to both cruiser enthusiasts and those wanting an accessible entry point to open-air riding without motorcycle skills required.
2011
General information | |
| Category | Sport |
| Year | 2011 |
| Model | Can-Am Spyder Roadster RS |
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Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Exhaust system | Exhaust system 2-into-1 with catalytic converter |
| Transmission type,final drive | Belt |
| Gearbox | 5-speed |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Lubrication system | Lubrication 5W40 Semi-Synthetic oil |
| Ignition | Electronic ignition with dual output coil |
| Fuel control | DOHC |
| Fuel system | Injection. Multi-point EFI with 57 mm throttle bodies |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Bore x stroke | 97.0 x 68.0 mm (3.8 x 2.7 inches) |
| Compression | 10.8:1 |
| Torque | 104.00 Nm (10.6 kgf-m or 76.7 ft.lbs) @ 6250 |
| Power | 106.00 |
| Engine details | Rotax V-twin engine |
| Engine type | V2, four-stroke |
| Capacity: | 998.00 ccm (60.90 cubic inches) |
Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels | |
| Wheels | Aluminum |
| Rear brakes diameter | 260 mm (10.2 inches) |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. EBD, ABS. Electro-mechanical park brake system with actuator on the rear caliper. |
| Front brakes diameter | 260 mm (10.2 inches) |
| Front brakes | Double disc. EBD, ABS. 4 piston calipers. Foot-actuated, fully integrated hydraulic 3-wheel braking system. |
| Rear tyre dimensions | 225/50-R15 |
| Front tyre dimensions | 165/65-R14 |
| Rear suspension travel | 145 mm (5.7 inches) |
| Rear suspension | Swing-arm with monoshock |
| Front suspension travel | 145 mm (5.7 inches) |
| Front suspension | Double A-Arm with anti-roller |
| Frame type | Surrounding Spar Technology |
Physical measures and capacities | |
| Oil capacity | 4.50 litres (0.30 quarts) |
| Fuel capacity | 25.00 litres (6.61 gallons) |
| Wheelbase | 1,727 mm (68.0 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 115 mm (4.5 inches) |
| Overall width | 1,506 mm (59.3 inches) |
| Overall length | 2,667 mm (105.0 inches) |
| Overall height | 1,145 mm (45.1 inches) |
| Seat height | 737 mm (29.0 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.3344 HP/kg |
| Dry weight | 317.0 kg (698.9 pounds) |
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Other specs | |
| Maintenance | Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay |
| Color options | Silver, black |
| Factory warranty | 2 years |
| Electrical | 12 volts / 21 amps/hour, sealed maintenance-free battery |
| Light | 2 halogen headlamps (60W) with tail light/brake light |
| Instruments | Multi-function LCD/analog gauge: digital speedometer, tachometer, odometer, trip and hour meters, gear position, temperature, engine lights, electronic fuel gauge, clock. |
| Starter | Electric |
Performance Profile & Rider Fit
106 hp
Peak Power
4.9s
0-60 mph
Best For
Track25%
City55%
Cornering40%
Daily Riding70%
Touring75%
Passenger70%
Rider Profile
| Best For | Suited to riders of any two-wheel background since the three-wheel layout with automatic-style belt drive and no-tip stability lowers the skill barrier considerably. |
| Purpose | Built as a stable, grin-inducing sport roadster that blends open-air three-wheel cruising with genuinely strong V-twin acceleration. |
| Rider Fit | Comfortable and unintimidating for taller or less balance-confident riders since there's no clutch, no bike to hold up at stops, and a low, car-like seating position. |
| Character | Confident, torquey, and stable, with a planted three-wheel stance that lets the rider lean into throttle and brakes without fear of losing balance. |
| Not Ideal For | Not for riders chasing lean-angle cornering thrills, lightweight flickability, or any kind of off-road capability. |
Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.
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