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| Identification | |
|---|---|
| Model Type | Sport-Touring |
| BASE MSRP(US) | $15,499.00 |
| Dealers | Can-Am Dealers |
| Warranty | 24 |
| Insurance | |
| 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 |
| Battery Amps | 21 |
| Fuel Requirements | Regular |
| Emissions Standards | Meets Euro 2 Emissions |
| Ram Air Induction | No |
| Fuel Type | Gas |
| Alternator Watts | 500 |
| 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 |
| Front Brake Rotor Width (in/mm) | 0.25 / 6 |
| Front Caliper Pistons | 4 |
| Rear Brake Type | Disc |
| Rear Brake Diameter (in/mm) | 10.2 / 259 |
| Rear Brake Rotor Width (in/mm) | 0.25 / 6 |
| Rear Caliper Pistons | 1 |
| 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 |
| Horsepower To Weight (hp) | 0.15 |
| 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 Grip Material | Rubber |
| Foot Peg Location | Driver and Passenger |
| Adjustable | No |
| Brake Rotor / Caliper Guard | Yes |
| 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 |
| Choke Knob Cover | No |
| Drive Shaft Cover | No |
| Side Cover | Yes |
| Carburetor Cover | No |
| Front Fender Material | Plastic |
| Rear Fender Material | Plastic |
| Top Crown | Standard |
| Lower Fairing | Standard |
| Spoiler | Standard |
| Handlebars | Standard |
| License Plate | 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 (Condition) | Limited |
| Zero Price Schema | 0 |
| NADA Value Average | 10010 |
| NADA Value Low | 8980 |
| NADA Value High | 12060 |
| Identification: | |
| Generic Type (Primary) | Sport-Touring |
| Manufacturer Country | Canada |
| Introduction Year | 2008 |
| Manufacturer Recommend Minimum Age | 16 |
| MIC Model Segment | ON-HWY Touring |
| NADATrimID | 32969 |
| CRS -> NADA Map | 6200024159 |
| Mounts: | |
| Windshield Mounts | Standard |
| Paint & Finish: | |
| Metallic | No |
| Glass: | |
| Folding | Yes |
| Windshield Lowers | No |
| Height Adjustable | No |
| Tinted | Yes |
| Height | Low |
| Storage: | |
| Lockable Storage | Standard |
| Helmet Locks | Standard |
| Helmet Storage | Standard |
| Glove Box / Dash Storage Capacity (gal/l) | 10 / 44 |
| Lights: | |
| Headlight Mounts | Standard |
| Halogen Headlight (s) | Standard |
| Convenience: | |
| Engine Immobilizer | Standard |
| Handlebar Lock | Standard |
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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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