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Bombardier launches the 2008 Can-Am Spyder

 
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Bombardier launches the 2008 Can-Am Spyder

Bombardier launches the 2008 Can-Am Spyder

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Canadian-based Bombardier has announced production of its 2008 Can-Am Spyder three-wheel all purpose vehicle. Touted as being part motorcycle, part snowmobile and part sports car, the Spyder should appeal to both car enthusiasts and motorcycle riders alike.

The drivetrain consists of a small 990cc Rotax V-twin engine developing 106hp that’s mated to either a sequential five-speed manual or an electronically actuated sequential five-speed manual. The chassis is set up with two steering wheels in front and a single shaft-driven wheel behind, with the rider sitting in a motorcycle-style position and steering via handlebars.

Although the Spyder looks very much like a motorcycle, it comes with plenty of technology normally found in a sports car. The front wheels are located with double wishbone-type control arms and afford 5.7 inches of suspension travel. Power steering, antilock brakes, electronic brakeforce distribution and electronic stability control with anti-rollover technology are also part of the package.

The Can-Am Spyder is scheduled to go on sale in North America towards the middle of the year with a price tag of $14,999. In the meantime, you can visit the Can-Am Spyder website for more details.



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Comments (4)

  1. By Strada Auto Store Posted: 2/11/2007 2:47pm PST

    Its a totally cool ride, and its Canadian.
     
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  2. By Renton Posted: 2/11/2007 8:28pm PST

    VW are you watching? You should have built, and still can build the GX3.
     
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  3. By trevor white Posted: 5/5/2008 1:52pm PDT

    I am an inventor and I have developed an engine called a "multi-travel capable motion induction engine". It gives a vehicle any vehicle the ability to levitate and to move through the air without wings, propellers, jets or rockets. Also it is virtuaaly silent when it operates. it is in patent pending status and am interested in submitting it to your company.
     
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  4. By  chan Posted: 12/8/2009 10:54pm PST

    I lIKe Motor can am... AMAZING.. where dealer to INA ( Indonesia,BALI ) ?thanks
     
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