General Questions
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Questions
Answers
- Why is it called a Can-Am Spyder Roadster?
- The Can-Am brand is BRP's wheeled vehicle brand which includes all-terrain vehicles and Can-Am Spyder Roadsters. The Can-Am brand stands for a connection between performance and agility and a balance of style and strength. The Can-Am Spyder Roadster aligns perfectly with these brand attributes.
- When will the first vehicles be available?
- All presented models are available in official BRP dealerships across the UK and Ireland now.
- Where can I try and/or see one?
- Can-Am™ Spyder™ Roadsters are available for trial at a number of events and dealer-hosted demo days. For a complete list, we invite you to consult the "Try Can-Am™ Spyder™ Roadster" section. Alternatively, contact your nearest authorised dealer to sign-up to their mailing list.
- Where is my nearest dealer?
- Our network of dealers is always expanding, visit the 'Find a dealer' section of this website to find your nearest.
- How much will it cost?
- All prices are communicated by official dealers and distributors. Get more info at your nearest dealership.
- Will there be other models? Colours?
- Three colour options are available (millennium yellow, full moon silver and roadster red) as well as two transmission options (sequential manual and sequential electronic). In addition, Spyders can be customised with a Phantom Black kit, available within the BRP parts and accessories range.
- What type of driver's license is required?
- Most jurisdictions in Europe, including the United Kingdom require a valid car license to operate the Can-Am Spyder Roadster. In other countries and especially in North America, some jurisdictions require a valid motorcycle or three-wheel license. We invite you to contact your local authorities to obtain the license and vehicle registration information that applies to you.
- Is it considered a motorcycle?
- BRP refers to it as a roadster since it offers all of the open-air benefits of a motorcycle together with some of the peace-of-mind offered by a car.
- Why three wheels?
- The Can-Am Spyder Roadster brings BRP's powersports experience to the road, and will open up the road to many users who want that type of experience. We considered other configurations, but found that the Y stance of the Can-Am Spyder Roadster offered a unique architecture which provided a balance of performance and peace-of-mind riding with features like the Vehicle Stability System (VSS). What sets Can-Am Spyder Roadster apart from anything on the market is what is integrated in the VSS: the Anti-lock Brake System (ABS), the Traction Control System (TSC) and the Stability Control System (SCS).
- How does it compare to driving a 2-wheel motorcycle?
- The Can-Am Spyder Roadster offers a new dimension in open-road riding. This is a new kind of roadster, with a three-wheeled geometry, two wheels in front and one in the rear, in effect, Can-Am Spyder Roadster offers a balance between performance and peace-of-mind.
- Do people need to wear a helmet?
- As with a motorcycle, you are exposed to more road risks on a Spyder than a car. While helmet laws aren’t universal, BRP strongly recommends that helmets are worn whilst riding the Can-Am Spyder Roadster. Please refer to your local jurisdiction for specific requirements.
- What kind of warranty do you offer?
- A two-year limited warranty is offered as well as 2 year's roadside assistance. Exceptions apply. See the full warranty text for details.
- Is it a 2-up?
- Yes. Can-Am Spyder Roadster is categorised as a sport touring roadster and it has the ability to carry a passenger.
- Does it meet EPA / CARB / EU / etc. regulations?
- Yes. The Can-Am Spyder Roadster meets or exceeds all EPA/CARB and Euro-2 environmental regulations.