What's Different From Other Vehicles; Stability; Response To Road Conditions; Brake Pedal - Can-Am SPYDER RT Series 2020 Original Instructions Manual

WHAT'S DIFFERENT FROM OTHER VEHICLES

This section will help you understand
some of the vehicle distinctive features
and operating characteristics.

Stability

The three-wheeled "Y" configuration
provides greater low-speed stability
than a motorcycle.
not as stable as a four-wheeled ve-
hicle such as an automobile. Driving
aid technologies, like the electronic
Vehicle Stability System (VSS), help
maintain stability during maneuvers,
but you can still lose control, tip or roll
the vehicle due to extreme maneuvers
(such as hard turns at high speeds)
or striking uneven surfaces or objects.
In addition, the operator or passenger
can fall off due to hard turns, acceler-
ation, braking or impacts.
Response to Road
Conditions
This vehicle responds differently than
other vehicles to certain road condi-
tions.
- Do not ride off-road or on ice or
snow.
- Avoid puddles and running water.
The vehicle hydroplanes more
easily than a car. If you must go
through water, slow down.
- Slow down on gravel, dirt or sand
covered roads.
- Driving at temperature lower than
6 °C (43 °F) will result in reduced
adherence.
Refer to
STREET STRATEGIES
tailed instructions.
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Brake Pedal

One pedal brakes all three wheels.
There is no hand-operated brake, and
there is no way to brake front and rear
wheels separately.
The braking and steer are similar to
a motorcycle.
behind you, they may not able to stop
or react as quickly.
Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
The vehicle is equipped with an An-
tilock Braking System (ABS) as part
of the Vehicle Stability System (VSS).
For hard braking, press and hold the
brake pedal. ABS will prevent wheels
from locking.
This system helps to maintain the
steering control during an emergency
braking situation by keeping the
brakes from locking.

Parking Brake

The parking
brakes the rear wheel only, and
it locks in place when engaged.
It is not controlled by driving aid
technologies (e.g.: ABS, Electronic
Brake Distribution).

Steering

Direct Steering
To steer this vehicle, always steer in
the direction of the turn.
Motorcyclists — Do not countersteer
as it is done on a motorcycle. Unlike
a motorcycle, this vehicle cannot lean
while turning. If you are a motorcyclist,
you must relearn how to turn. Practice
steering in the direction of the turn at
all speeds until you are proficient.
Be aware of vehicle
brake mechanically