2008 Can-Am Spyder GS Roadster SM5 Reviews, Prices, and Specs

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2008 Can-Am Spyder GS Roadster SM5

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2008 Can-Am Spyder GS Roadster SM5 Specifications

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Model Type	Sport-Touring
BASE MSRP(US)	$15,499.00
Dealers	Can-Am Dealers
Warranty	24
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Engine:
Engine Type	V Twin
Cylinders	2
Engine Stroke	4-Stroke
Cooling	Liquid
Valves	8
Valves Per Cylinder	4
Valve Configuration	DOHC
Compression Ratio	10.8:1
Starter	Electric
Fuel Requirements	Regular
Fuel Type	Gas
Transmission:
Transmission Type	Manual
Number Of Speeds	5
Primary Drive (Rear Wheel)	Belt
Wheels & Tires:
Front Tire (Full Spec)	KR21 165/65 R14
Rear Tire (Full Spec)	KR21 225/50 R15
Brakes:
Front Brake Type	Dual Disc
Rear Brake Type	Disc
Technical Specifications:
Wheelbase (in/mm)	68 / 1727
Fuel Capacity (gal/l)	7.13 / 27

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By Nichele Weatherford (Owner), Dec. 5, 2008

As you can see from my pictures, I love my bike. We have started a club here in Southern California, we are the WEST COAST SPYDER RYDERS. I am the president and we currently have 7 members. I am very comfortable on my bike. I do have highway pegs and Kuryakyn grips. I am never as sore as my two whee... Read Full Review

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Fun Fun Fun!

By Ruben Gonzalez(Owner), Jan. 7, 2009

I have always been a sportbike rider, going fast gets me going. This is a whole new type of fun. It's pretty fast, mostly tourqy and all smiles. I can honestly say this has been topping my best rides log. It is a real physical ride when in the twisties, you will hop from side to side of the seat wit... Read Full Review

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keith silverwing

Dec. 28, 2008

can am have start something new with the three wheel motorcycle .I had the honda reflex and it was a joke to me because 250cc don't move fast at all the take off will get you killed.when i saw the can am spyder roadster it blowed my mind i love the colors & the power Read Full Review

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nice ride

By joey shorette(Owner), Sep. 14, 2008

very pleased with this i am a roadking rider but it is in the garage for now handles nice and a comfortable ride needs more add ons Read Full Review

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This thing looks like fun!

By SpyderFan(Enthusiast), Sep. 5, 2008

OK i don't actually own one of these, however, they do look like crazy fun. I wish I had one.. definetly the coolest thing on three wheels! Read Full Review

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