Width; Reverse; Driver's License And Local Laws - Can-Am SPYDER F3TM 2016 Operator's Manual

keep both feet firmly planted on the
footrests. In hard turns, it may help to
lean your upper body forward and to-
ward the inside of the turn.

Width

Because the Spyder roadster is wider
than a typical motorcycle:
– Keep the front wheels in your lane
during turns. Be particularly aware
of where your front wheels are in
curves and when passing. If you
take a path that would put a motor-
cycle front wheel near the edge of
the lane, the Spyder roadster front
wheel may be out of the lane.
– Do not share lanes or split lanes
(ride between two lanes of traffic).
Group riding should proceed in a sin-
gle file, even with motorcycles.
– Be prepared to swerve farther to
avoid obstacles.
NOTE: Clearing an obstacle with the
front wheels does not guarantee clear-
ing the obstacle with the rear wheel.

Reverse

The Spyder roadster operates in re-
verse like a car. However, there are
some important differences:
– If necessary, have the passenger
dismount if your visibility is limited.
– Remember that the front is wider
than the rear. Do not back up too
close to objects or you may hit them
with the front tires.
– Keep your speed low and do not
back up for long distances.
– When possible, park so that you do
not have to back out of the parking
space.
– SM6 model: Shift back into first
gear before shutting off the engine.
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SAFE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
WHAT'S DIFFERENT ABOUT THE SPYDER ROADSTER
CAUTION Always keep both
feet on the pegs while operating in
reverse. Never put your feet on the
ground while backing-up.
Driver's License and Local
Laws
Driver's license requirements for op-
erating the Spyder roadster vary by
location. Depending on local laws, you
may need a motorcycle endorsement,
three-wheeled vehicle endorsement,
or just a standard automobile driver's
license.
Check with local authorities to make
sure you have the proper license be-
fore operating the vehicle on public
roads.
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