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

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2008 Can-Am Spyder GS Roadster SM5 Specifications

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Identification
Model Type	Sport-Touring
BASE MSRP(US)	$15,499.00
Dealers	Can-Am Dealers
Warranty	24
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Finance
Engine:
Engine Brand Name	Rotax®
Engine Type	V Twin
Cylinders	2
Engine Stroke	4-Stroke
Horsepower (bhp/kW)	106 / 79
Horsepower RPM	8500
Torque (Ft Lbs/Nm)	77 / 104.3
Torque RPM	6250
Cooling	Liquid
Valves	8
Valves Per Cylinder	4
Valve Configuration	DOHC
Bore (mm/in)	97 / 3.82
Stroke (mm/in)	68 / 2.68
Displacement (cc/ci)	998 / 60.9
Compression Ratio	10.8:1
Starter	Electric
Fuel Requirements	Regular
Fuel Type	Gas
Fuel Injector	Yes
Fuel Injector Size (mm)	57
Carburetor	No
Carburetion Type	Fuel Injected
Transmission:
Transmission Type	Manual
Number Of Speeds	5
Primary Drive (Rear Wheel)	Belt
Reverse	Yes
Final Drive Ratio	2.82
Wheels & Tires:
Wheels Composition	Aluminum
Tube / Tubeless	Tubeless
Front Wheel Width (in)	5
Rear Wheel Width (in)	7
Chromed	No
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
Front Tire (Full Spec)	KR21 165/65 R14
Rear Tire (Full Spec)	KR21 225/50 R15
Brakes:
Front Brake Type	Dual Disc
Front Brake Diameter (in/mm)	10.2 / 259
Rear Brake Type	Disc
Rear Brake Diameter (in/mm)	10.2 / 259
Anti-Lock Brakes	Standard
Linked Brake System Front to Rear	Standard
Suspension:
Front Suspension Type	Independent Double A-Arm
Front Travel (in/mm)	5.7 / 144
Front Adjustable Fork Pre-Load	Yes
Front Central Suspension Strut	No
Steering Damper	Yes
Rear Suspension Type	Twin Sided Swing Arm
Rear Travel (in/mm)	5.7 / 145
Rear Adjustable Shock / Spring Pre-Load	Yes
Number Rear Shock Absorbers	1
Air Adjustable	No
Steering:
Steering Control	Handlebar
Technical Specifications:
Length (ft)	8.75
Width (in/mm)	59.3 / 1506
Height (in/mm)	45.1 / 1146
Wheelbase (in/mm)	68 / 1727
Ground Clearance (in/mm)	4.5 / 114
Length (ft/ft)	8
Length (ft/in)	9
Dry Weight (lbs/kg)	697 / 316
Payload Capacity (lbs/kgs)	440 / 200
GVWR (lbs/kgs)	1188 / 540
Fuel Capacity (gal/l)	7.13 / 27
Storage Capacity (cuft/gal/l)	1.6 / 10 / 44
Engine Displacement to Weight (cc)	1.43
Seats:
Seat Type	One-Piece
Adjustable	No
Seat Material	Vinyl
Seat Location	Driver and Passenger
Folding	No
Seat Height (in/mm)	29 / 737
Number Of Seats	2
Backrest Logo Plate	No
Backrest Type	Fixed
Backrest Location	Driver
Lumbar Adjustment	No
Grab Rail or Strap	Standard
Exterior:
Frame	Steel
Body Material	Plastic
Hand Grips	Standard
Foot Peg Location	Driver and Passenger
Adjustable	No
Chain Guard	No
Drive Shaft Guard	No
Fork Guards	No
Saddle Bag Guard	No
Belt Guard	Yes
Hand Guards	No
Brush Guard	No
Heel Guards	Yes
Exhaust Guard	No
Light Guard	No
Side Cover	Yes
Front Fender	Standard
Rear Fender	Standard
Lower Fairing	Standard
Spoiler	Standard
Handlebars	Standard
Instrumentation:
Digital Instrumentation	Standard
Clock	Standard
Tachometer	Standard
Trip Odometer	Standard
Speedometer	Standard
Temperature Warning Type	Gauge
Fuel Level Warning Type	Gauge
Multi-Lingual Instrumentation	Standard
Pricing:
Warranty (Months/Condition)	24 / Limited
Identification:
Generic Type (Primary)	Sport-Touring
Manufacturer Country	Canada
Introduction Year	2008
Manufacturer Recommend Minimum Age	16
NADATrimID	32969
Display Name	Spyder GS Roadster SM5
Mounts:
Windshield Mounts	Standard
Paint & Finish:
Metallic	No
Glass:
Rearview Mirrors	Standard
Windshield Lowers	No
Height Adjustable	No
Tinted	Yes
Height	Low
Storage:
Lockable Storage	Standard
Helmet Storage	Standard
Glove Box / Dash Storage	Standard
Lights:
Halogen Headlight (s)	Standard
Convenience:
Engine Immobilizer	Standard

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