Setup; Guidelines; Tire Pressure; Drive Belt - Can-Am Spyder RT Series Instructions Manual

SETUP

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A. Operating range
WARNING
Clean filler cap before removing. Use only
DOT 4 brake fluid from a sealed container.
NOTICE Brake fluid can damage painted sur-
faces or plastic parts. Immediately wipe off any
spill.
6. Prior to installing brake fluid reservoir caps:
– Check that V slit is in good condition.
– Ensure diaphragms are properly positioned.
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TYPICAL
1. V slit
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1. Correct position
2. Wrong position
7. Reinstall both caps of the reservoir.
8. Close the seat and ensure it is fully latched.
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SETUP

Guidelines

All adjustments have already been performed
at factory. It is only necessary to validate them.
However, if readjustment is needed, refer to the
ROADSTER SHOP MANUAL
appropriate
proper procedure.

Tire Pressure

Low pressure may cause tire to deflate and
rotate on wheel. Overpressure may burst the
tire. Always follow recommended pressure.
NOTICE
Always check pressure when tires are
cold before using the vehicle.
Tire pressure changes with temperature
NOTE:
and altitude. Recheck pressure if one of these
conditions has changed (e.g., significant weather
change, driving in the mountains).
Inflate tires to the specified air pressure. Refer to
the following table.
COLD TIRE PRESSURE RECOMMENDATION
FRONT
138 kPa ± 14 kPa
(20 PSI ± 2 PSI)
The pressure difference between the left
NOTE:
and right side tire should not exceed 3.4 kPa
(.5 PSI).
For your convenience, an electronic pressure
gauge is supplied in the tool kit.

Drive Belt

NOTICE Always verify drive belt tension with
all parts at room temperature and the rear
wheel lifted of the ground.
1. Place vehicle on a level surface.
The area must be protected against wind
NOTE:
and must have a very low background noise.
2. Set transmission to NEUTRAL.
3. Lift rear of vehicle by the frame until rear wheel
is off the ground.
NOTICE Do not lift under rear shock absorber.
Always lift by the frame. Refer to illustration.
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WARNING
REAR
193 kPa ± 14 kPa
(28 PSI ± 2 PSI)
PREDELIVERY
for the