#REDIRECT [[Image:spyderAlps.jpg|thumb|BRP Can-Am Spyder roadster]] {{R from merge}}
The '''Can-Am Spyder''' roadster is a brand new vehicle made by [[Bombardier Recreational Products]] that will be released in Q4 2007 or Q1 2008. Similar in layout to a modern [[snowmobile]], the Spyder uses a [[motorcycle]]-like chassis with a single rear drive wheel, and two wheels in front for steering.
There has been a new company that launched in San Francisco, CA called Spyder-Rentals.com where a Can-Am enthusiast can rent a Can-Am Spyder roadster for a day with unlimited miles. This would be a great way to experience the unique aspects of the Can-Am Spyder roadster before buying one as well as a great way to tour San Francisco sites. The website is www.spyder-rentals.com
==Features==
The motorcycle-like price and performance of the Spyder is combined with a significant set of safety features, such as [[traction control | traction]] and [[stability control]], [[antilock brakes]], and the stability of a three-wheel layout. In most US states the Spyder is licensed as a motorcycle, though it is much easier to achieve proficiency and confidence with the Spyder than with a motorcycle. The Spyder also comes with additional convenience features such as simplified braking (front and rear brakes are both actuated by the same foot pedal), a true reverse gear, power steering, power assisted clutch, and an optional electronic automatic transmission.<ref name=c&d>{{cite journal |url=http://www.caranddriver.com/previews/12485/first-drive-2008-brp-can-am-spyder.html |title=First Drive: 2008 BRP Can-Am Spyder - Previews |journal=Car and Driver |date=February, 2007}}</ref><ref name=edmunds>{{cite web |url=http://www.edmunds.com/insideline/do/Drives/FirstDrives/articleId=119581
|title=A very neat novelty |author=Steven Cole Smith |publisher=Edmunds.com |accessdate=207-12-21}}</ref>
==Specifications==
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! colspan="2" | Engine
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! Type
| 998 cc, liquid-cooled, 8-valve, DOHC, V-twin
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! Bore x Stroke
| 97 x 68 mm
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! Carburetion
| Fuel injection, multi-point EFI with 57 mm throttle bodies
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! Compression Ratio
| 10.8:1
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! Final Drive
| 28/79 ratio, carbon-reinforced belt
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! Ignition
| Electronic ignition with dual output coil
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! Transmission
| Sequential 5-speed with transmission-based reverse
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! colspan="2" | Chassis
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! Brakes/Front
| 260 mm discs w/4-piston calipers
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! Brakes/Rear
| 260 mm disc w/single-piston caliper
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! Suspension/Front
| Double A-Arm w/anti-roll bar; 5.67 in travel with adjustable cam
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! Suspension/Rear
| Swingarm w/monoshock; 5.71 in travel with adjustable cam
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! Tires/Front
| 165/65-R14
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! Tires/Rear
| 225/50-R15
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! colspan="2" | Dimensions
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! Length
| 105 in
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! Width
| 59.3 in
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! Height
| 45.1 in
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! Seat Height
| 29 in
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! Wheelbase
| 68 in
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! Fuel Capacity
| 7.13 gal
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! Dry Weight
| 697 lb
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! colspan="2" | Other
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! Warranty
| 2 Years
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! Colors
| Full Moon, Millenium Yellow
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! MSRP (USD)
| $14,999 (Silver), $15,299 (Yellow)
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==References==
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==External links==
* [http://spyder.brp.com/ Can-Am Spyder - official website]
* [http://www.spyderryder.com/ Spyder Ryder - official spyder community site]
* [http://www.spyder4ever.net/ Spyder4ever.net - Spyder French community]
* [http://www.stage6.com/Can-Am-Spyder/ Spyder Video Blog - Stage6]
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