2008 Can-Am Spyder GS Roadster SM5

2008 Can-Am Spyder GS Roadster SM5 pictures, prices, information, and specifications.
Year
2008
Parent Company
BRP
Dealers
Generic Type (Primary)
Sport-Touring
Make
Can-Am
Display Name
Spyder GS Roadster SM5
Manufacturer Country
Canada
Introduction Year
2008
Manufacturer Recommend Minimum Age
16
Price
Standard
MSRP
$15,499
Warranty (Months/Condition)
24 / Limited
Engine
Standard
Engine Brand Name
Rotax®
Engine Type
V Twin
Cylinders
2
Engine Stroke
4-Stroke
Horsepower RPM
8500
Torque RPM
6250
Cooling
Liquid
Valves
8
Valves Per Cylinder
4
Valve Configuration
DOHC
Compression Ratio
10.8:1
Starter
Electric
Fuel Type
Gas
Fuel Requirements
Regular
Carburetion
Standard
Fuel Injector
Yes
Carburetor
No
Carburetion Type
Fuel Injected
Other Engine
Optional
Horsepower (bhp)
106
Torque (Nm)
104.3
Bore (mm/in)
97 / 3.82
Stroke (in/mm)
2.68 / 68
Displacement (cc/ci)
998 / 60.9
Fuel Injector Size (mm)
57
Transmission
Standard
Transmission Type
Manual
Number Of Speeds
5
Reverse
Yes
Final Drive Ratio
2.82
Primary Drive (Rear Wheel)
Belt
Dimensions
Standard
Weight
Standard
Capacities
Standard
Performance
Standard
Length (in/mm)
105 / 2667
Width (in/mm)
59.3 / 1506
Height (in/mm)
45.1 / 1146
Wheelbase (in/mm)
68 / 1727
Ground Clearance (in/mm)
4.5 / 114
Dry Weight (lbs/kg)
697 / 316
Payload Capacity (lbs/kgs)
440 / 200
GVWR (lbs)
1188
Fuel Capacity (gal/l)
7.13 / 27
Storage Capacity (cuft/gal/l)
1.6 / 10 / 44
Engine Displacement to Weight (cc)
1.43
Construction
Standard
Frame
Steel
Body Material
Plastic
Foot Pegs
Standard
Foot Peg Location
Driver and Passenger
Adjustable
No
Hand Grips
Standard
Handlebars
Standard
Exterior Guards
Standard
Belt Guard
Yes
Brush Guard
No
Chain Guard
No
Drive Shaft Guard
No
Exhaust Guard
No
Fork Guards
No
Hand Guards
No
Heel Guards
Yes
Light Guard
No
Saddle Bag Guard
No
Exterior Covers
Standard
Side Cover
Yes
Front Fender
Standard
Rear Fender
Standard
Lower Fairing
Standard
Spoiler
Standard
Steering Control
Handlebar
Front Suspension Type
Independent Double A-Arm
Front Adjustable Fork Pre-Load
Yes
Front Central Suspension Strut
No
Steering Damper
Yes
Rear Suspension Type
Twin Sided Swing Arm
Rear Adjustable Shock / Spring Pre-Load
Yes
Number Rear Shock Absorbers
1
Air Adjustable
No
Front Travel (in/mm)
5.7 / 144
Rear Travel (in/mm)
5.7 / 145
Wheels
Standard
Wheels Composition
Aluminum
Chromed
No
Tube / Tubeless
Tubeless
Tires
Standard
Front Tire Width
165
Front Tire Aspect Ratio
65
Front Wheel Diameter
14
Rear Tire Width
225
Rear Tire Aspect Ratio
50
Rear Wheel Diameter
15
Other Wheels & Tires
Optional
Front Wheel Width (in)
5
Rear Wheel Width (in)
7
Front Tire (Full Spec)
KR21 165/65 R14
Rear Tire (Full Spec)
KR21 225/50 R15
Brakes
Standard
Front Brake Type
Dual Disc
Rear Brake Type
Disc
Anti-Lock Brakes
Standard
Linked Brake System Front to Rear
Standard
Front Brake Diameter (in/mm)
10.2 / 259
Rear Brake Diameter (in/mm)
10.2 / 259
Seat Type
One-Piece
Seat Location
Driver and Passenger
Seat Material
Vinyl
Adjustable
No
Folding
No
Seat Specifications
Standard
Number Of Seats
2
Seat Backrest
Standard
Backrest Location
Driver
Backrest Type
Fixed
Backrest Logo Plate
No
Lumbar Adjustment
No
Seat Tail Cover
Optional
Grab Rail or Strap
Standard
Seat Height (in/mm)
29 / 737
Digital Instrumentation
Standard
Clock
Standard
Speedometer
Standard
Tachometer
Standard
Trip Odometer
Standard
Fuel Level Warning
Standard
Fuel Level Warning Type
Gauge
Temperature Warning
Standard
Temperature Warning Type
Gauge
Multi-Lingual Instrumentation
Standard
Tail Bag
Optional
Tank Bag
Optional
Glove Box / Dash Storage
Standard
Lockable Storage
Standard
Rear Rack
Optional
Rear Rack Storage
Optional
Bag Liners
Optional
Storage Cover
Optional
Helmet Storage
Standard
Type
Halogen
Fog Lights
Optional
Headlight (s)
Standard
Halogen Headlight (s)
Standard
Rearview Mirrors
Standard
Windshield
Standard
Tinted
Yes
Height
Low
Height Adjustable
No
Windshield Lowers
No
Engine Immobilizer
Standard
Power Outlet
Optional
Windshield Mounts
Standard
Paint
Standard
Metallic
No
User Reviews
8 reviews
  • 2008 sypder cam am
    By  (I am an Owner) on Jan 21, 2020

    If you thinking of getting one. I highly recommend it. It's like driving a 4 wheeler. Easy to drive.

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  • Fun City
    By  (I am an Owner) on Nov 21, 2013

    I am 62 and been retirerd 12 years and have owned and driven over 60 different bieks. I jsut got this Spyder 2 wseeks ago and I already like ti better than any two wheel bike due to the fun nature and esp the power and speed. It grows on you and you do not want to drive a two wheel bike after you ...

    not had it on the interstate but I have driven it to 65MPH in town and

    it has power in each gear. I love the front trunk and it gets a lot of attention wherever I go. Its a great fun grown man's toy for sure 5 star. A+ fun machine

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  • by Linda Williams Aug 13,2011
    By  (I am an Owner) on Aug 13, 2011

    I have a 2008 Can-Am Sport-Touring Roadster. Bought new. Lots of fun. Can keep of with my husband on his Boulevard M-109. However today my Roadster while on a long trip is stuck in 5th gear??? Any help????

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  • engine problems
    By  (I am an Owner) on May 30, 2009

    in less than a year, i went through two engines under warranty. The dealer wants me to believe that it is my wrongdoing, i strongly doubt it. Please is there anyone out there experiencing similar problems, if so let it be known

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  • Fun Fun Fun!
    By  (I am an Owner) on Jan 07, 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 ...

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  • Spyder Ryder
    By  (I am an Owner) on Dec 05, 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 wheeled ...

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  • nice ride
    By  (I am an Owner) on 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

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  • This thing looks like fun!
    By  (I am an Enthusiast) on Sep 05, 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!

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