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Can-Am · Shim-adjusted overhead-cam four-stroke twin, dry sump, gearbox shares engine oil, belt drive

Spyder Roadster (998 cc)

Library entry covers 2007-2011

48 factory 47 guideline

Published source

Can-Am Spyder (2008) Operator's Guide, Periodic Maintenance Schedule pp.81-83

Factory owner's handbook. Covers 2008 Can-Am Spyder roadster operator's guide (SM5 and SE5 models).

95 items for a 2011 model, grouped by interval the way a factory chart is laid out.

How this bike is built (what the schedule is based on)
Engine cycle
Four-stroke
Engine lubrication
Dry sump (separate oil tank)
Oil filtration
Replaceable cartridge or spin-on filter
Valve gear
Overhead cam, shim adjusted (incl. desmo)
Ignition
Electronic (CDI / transistor / ECU)
Charging
Alternator / stator with rectifier
Battery
Wet cell (flooded lead-acid, needs topping up)
Fuel system
Fuel injection
Cooling
Liquid cooled
Primary drive
Gear or chain inside engine, shares engine oil
Gearbox oil
Shares engine oil
Clutch control
Hand lever, cable
Final drive
Toothed belt
Front suspension
Telescopic fork
Rear suspension
Swingarm, single shock / cantilever
Front brake
Disc, hydraulic
Rear brake
Disc, hydraulic
Wheels
Cast / alloy, tubeless
Sidecar
No sidecar
Maintenance schedule

2011 Can-Am Spyder Roadster (998 cc)

On the road: every 300 km

1 item
  • Check engine oil level
    Pre-ride / on the road
    Guideline

    Each fuel stop on old machines. Dry sump: check the tank hot, engine idling or just stopped, per your manual.

On the road: every 500 km

2 items
  • Check lights, horn, brake light switches
    Pre-ride / on the road
    Guideline
  • Check tire pressures
    Pre-ride / on the road
    Guideline

On the road: every 800 km

1 item
  • Check coolant level
    Pre-ride / on the road
    Guideline

Every 500 km

1 item
  • Engine oil level (check)
    Engine
    Factory

    Factory: Check oil level every 500 km (300 mi)

Every 1,600 km or 6 months

1 item
  • Inspect tire tread, sidewalls and date codes
    Wheels and tires
    Guideline

Every 5,000 km or 12 months

7 items
  • Check throttle cable(s) free play and return
    Fuel and air
    Guideline
  • Check steering head bearing adjustment
    Front end
    Guideline
  • Inspect fork seals, stanchions and fork boots
    Front end
    Guideline
  • Check footrests, pegs, rear brake and gear lever pivots
    Rear suspension and frame
    Guideline
  • Grease and check center / side stand and springs
    Rear suspension and frame
    Guideline
  • Check brake pads and discs
    Brakes
    Guideline
  • Check wheel bearings for play
    Wheels and tires
    Guideline

Every 5,000 km

6 items
  • Engine coolant (inspect)
    Engine
    Factory

    Factory: Periodic maintenance schedule columns: initial inspection 1,000 km (600 mi); every 5,000 km (3,000 mi); every 10,000 km (6,000 mi) or 1 year; every 20,000 km (12,000 mi) or 2 years. I at initial inspection and every 5,000 km. Performed by: Dealer

  • Engine oil and oil filter (replace)
    Engine
    Factory

    Factory: Periodic maintenance schedule columns: initial inspection 1,000 km (600 mi); every 5,000 km (3,000 mi); every 10,000 km (6,000 mi) or 1 year; every 20,000 km (12,000 mi) or 2 years. R at initial inspection and every 5,000 km; check oil level every 500 km (300 mi). Performed by: Customer

  • Passenger handholds (inspect)
    Engine
    Factory

    Factory: Periodic maintenance schedule columns: initial inspection 1,000 km (600 mi); every 5,000 km (3,000 mi); every 10,000 km (6,000 mi) or 1 year; every 20,000 km (12,000 mi) or 2 years. I every 5,000 km; check solidness. Performed by: Customer

  • Brake pads and discs (inspect)
    Brakes
    Factory

    Factory: Periodic maintenance schedule columns: initial inspection 1,000 km (600 mi); every 5,000 km (3,000 mi); every 10,000 km (6,000 mi) or 1 year; every 20,000 km (12,000 mi) or 2 years. I every 5,000 km. Performed by: Customer

  • Parking brake (adjust, clean, inspect)
    Brakes
    Factory

    Factory: Periodic maintenance schedule columns: initial inspection 1,000 km (600 mi); every 5,000 km (3,000 mi); every 10,000 km (6,000 mi) or 1 year; every 20,000 km (12,000 mi) or 2 years. A, I at initial inspection; A, C, I every 5,000 km. Performed by: Dealer

  • Front wheel nuts (inspect)
    Wheels and tires
    Factory

    Factory: Periodic maintenance schedule columns: initial inspection 1,000 km (600 mi); every 5,000 km (3,000 mi); every 10,000 km (6,000 mi) or 1 year; every 20,000 km (12,000 mi) or 2 years. I every 5,000 km. Performed by: Dealer

Every 6,500 km or 12 months

2 items
  • Inspect, clean and gap spark plugs
    Engine
    Guideline
  • Adjust clutch free play, lubricate cable and lever pivot
    Primary and gearbox
    Guideline

Every 8,000 km or 12 months

3 items
  • Change engine oil
    Engine
    Guideline

    Pre-1970 machines: many owners run non-detergent or classic-spec oil with no filter, so short intervals matter. Dry sump: drain the tank and the crankcase/sump, flush the tank and clean the feed and return screens.

  • Replace oil filter
    Engine
    Guideline
  • Inspect drive belt, pulleys and tension
    Final drive
    Guideline

Every 9,500 km or 12 months

7 items
  • Inspect coolant hoses and clamps
    Engine
    Guideline
  • Clean / inspect air filter
    Fuel and air
    Guideline

    Mesh or oiled foam: clean and re-oil. Paper: blow out or replace. Some very early machines have no filter at all.

  • Check charging voltage and regulator / cut-out
    Ignition and electrics
    Guideline
  • Check swingarm bushes for play
    Rear suspension and frame
    Guideline
  • Inspect rear shocks for leaks and damping
    Rear suspension and frame
    Guideline
  • Lubricate control cables and lever pivots
    Controls and cables
    Guideline
  • Lubricate speedometer / tachometer cables, check drive
    Controls and cables
    Guideline

    A dry speedo cable whips the needle and eventually kills the instrument.

Every 10,000 km or 12 months

22 items
  • Drive belt (inspect, adjust)
    Engine
    Factory

    Factory: Periodic maintenance schedule columns: initial inspection 1,000 km (600 mi); every 5,000 km (3,000 mi); every 10,000 km (6,000 mi) or 1 year; every 20,000 km (12,000 mi) or 2 years. I, A at initial inspection and every 10,000 km or 1 year: wear, alignment and tension. Performed by: Dealer/Customer

  • Fault codes (inspect)
    Engine
    Factory

    Factory: Periodic maintenance schedule columns: initial inspection 1,000 km (600 mi); every 5,000 km (3,000 mi); every 10,000 km (6,000 mi) or 1 year; every 20,000 km (12,000 mi) or 2 years. I at initial inspection and every 10,000 km or 1 year. Performed by: Dealer

  • Footpegs (lubricate)
    Engine
    Factory

    Factory: Periodic maintenance schedule columns: initial inspection 1,000 km (600 mi); every 5,000 km (3,000 mi); every 10,000 km (6,000 mi) or 1 year; every 20,000 km (12,000 mi) or 2 years. L every 10,000 km or 1 year with multi-purpose lubricant. Performed by: Customer

  • Lighting system (inspect)
    Engine
    Factory

    Factory: Periodic maintenance schedule columns: initial inspection 1,000 km (600 mi); every 5,000 km (3,000 mi); every 10,000 km (6,000 mi) or 1 year; every 20,000 km (12,000 mi) or 2 years. I every 10,000 km or 1 year: brake light, hazard, turn signal, position and license plate lights. Performed by: Customer

  • Passenger switch (inspect)
    Engine
    Factory

    Factory: Periodic maintenance schedule columns: initial inspection 1,000 km (600 mi); every 5,000 km (3,000 mi); every 10,000 km (6,000 mi) or 1 year; every 20,000 km (12,000 mi) or 2 years. I every 10,000 km or 1 year. Performed by: Dealer

  • Plastic parts fasteners (inspect)
    Engine
    Factory

    Factory: Periodic maintenance schedule columns: initial inspection 1,000 km (600 mi); every 5,000 km (3,000 mi); every 10,000 km (6,000 mi) or 1 year; every 20,000 km (12,000 mi) or 2 years. I every 10,000 km or 1 year; check solidness. Performed by: Customer

  • Radiator, hoses and water pump (inspect condition, leak and cleanliness)
    Engine
    Factory

    Factory: Periodic maintenance schedule columns: initial inspection 1,000 km (600 mi); every 5,000 km (3,000 mi); every 10,000 km (6,000 mi) or 1 year; every 20,000 km (12,000 mi) or 2 years. I every 10,000 km or 1 year. Performed by: Dealer

  • Reverse mechanism, SM5 model (adjust)
    Engine
    Factory

    Factory: Periodic maintenance schedule columns: initial inspection 1,000 km (600 mi); every 5,000 km (3,000 mi); every 10,000 km (6,000 mi) or 1 year; every 20,000 km (12,000 mi) or 2 years. A every 10,000 km or 1 year. Performed by: Dealer

  • Spark plugs (inspect)
    Engine
    Factory

    Factory: Periodic maintenance schedule columns: initial inspection 1,000 km (600 mi); every 5,000 km (3,000 mi); every 10,000 km (6,000 mi) or 1 year; every 20,000 km (12,000 mi) or 2 years. I at initial inspection and every 10,000 km or 1 year. Performed by: Dealer

  • Throttle body (adjust, clean, inspect)
    Engine
    Factory

    Factory: Periodic maintenance schedule columns: initial inspection 1,000 km (600 mi); every 5,000 km (3,000 mi); every 10,000 km (6,000 mi) or 1 year; every 20,000 km (12,000 mi) or 2 years. A, C, I every 10,000 km or 1 year. Performed by: Dealer

  • Tie rod (inspect)
    Engine
    Factory

    Factory: Periodic maintenance schedule columns: initial inspection 1,000 km (600 mi); every 5,000 km (3,000 mi); every 10,000 km (6,000 mi) or 1 year; every 20,000 km (12,000 mi) or 2 years. I every 10,000 km or 1 year. Performed by: Dealer

  • Air filter (inspect)
    Fuel and air
    Factory

    Factory: Periodic maintenance schedule columns: initial inspection 1,000 km (600 mi); every 5,000 km (3,000 mi); every 10,000 km (6,000 mi) or 1 year; every 20,000 km (12,000 mi) or 2 years. I every 10,000 km or 1 year. Performed by: Dealer

  • Fuel hoses (inspect)
    Fuel and air
    Factory

    Factory: Periodic maintenance schedule columns: initial inspection 1,000 km (600 mi); every 5,000 km (3,000 mi); every 10,000 km (6,000 mi) or 1 year; every 20,000 km (12,000 mi) or 2 years. I every 10,000 km or 1 year. Performed by: Dealer

  • Battery connections (inspect, clean)
    Ignition and electrics
    Factory

    Factory: Periodic maintenance schedule columns: initial inspection 1,000 km (600 mi); every 5,000 km (3,000 mi); every 10,000 km (6,000 mi) or 1 year; every 20,000 km (12,000 mi) or 2 years. I, C every 10,000 km or 1 year. Performed by: Dealer

  • Clutch fluid, SM5 model (inspect)
    Primary and gearbox
    Factory

    Factory: Periodic maintenance schedule columns: initial inspection 1,000 km (600 mi); every 5,000 km (3,000 mi); every 10,000 km (6,000 mi) or 1 year; every 20,000 km (12,000 mi) or 2 years. I every 10,000 km or 1 year. Performed by: Customer

  • Steering play (inspect)
    Front end
    Factory

    Factory: Periodic maintenance schedule columns: initial inspection 1,000 km (600 mi); every 5,000 km (3,000 mi); every 10,000 km (6,000 mi) or 1 year; every 20,000 km (12,000 mi) or 2 years. I every 10,000 km or 1 year. Performed by: Dealer

  • Brake fluid (inspect)
    Brakes
    Factory

    Factory: Periodic maintenance schedule columns: initial inspection 1,000 km (600 mi); every 5,000 km (3,000 mi); every 10,000 km (6,000 mi) or 1 year; every 20,000 km (12,000 mi) or 2 years. I every 10,000 km or 1 year. Performed by: Customer

  • Brake hoses (inspect)
    Brakes
    Factory

    Factory: Periodic maintenance schedule columns: initial inspection 1,000 km (600 mi); every 5,000 km (3,000 mi); every 10,000 km (6,000 mi) or 1 year; every 20,000 km (12,000 mi) or 2 years. I every 10,000 km or 1 year. Performed by: Dealer

  • Front wheel alignment (inspect)
    Wheels and tires
    Factory

    Factory: Periodic maintenance schedule columns: initial inspection 1,000 km (600 mi); every 5,000 km (3,000 mi); every 10,000 km (6,000 mi) or 1 year; every 20,000 km (12,000 mi) or 2 years. I every 10,000 km or 1 year. Performed by: Dealer

  • Rear wheel nut (inspect)
    Wheels and tires
    Factory

    Factory: Periodic maintenance schedule columns: initial inspection 1,000 km (600 mi); every 5,000 km (3,000 mi); every 10,000 km (6,000 mi) or 1 year; every 20,000 km (12,000 mi) or 2 years. I every 10,000 km or 1 year. Performed by: Dealer

  • Wheel speed sensor (inspect)
    Wheels and tires
    Factory

    Factory: Periodic maintenance schedule columns: initial inspection 1,000 km (600 mi); every 5,000 km (3,000 mi); every 10,000 km (6,000 mi) or 1 year; every 20,000 km (12,000 mi) or 2 years. I every 10,000 km or 1 year; adjust every time rear wheel is loosened. Performed by: Dealer

  • Throttle cable (lubricate)
    Controls and cables
    Factory

    Factory: Periodic maintenance schedule columns: initial inspection 1,000 km (600 mi); every 5,000 km (3,000 mi); every 10,000 km (6,000 mi) or 1 year; every 20,000 km (12,000 mi) or 2 years. L every 10,000 km or 1 year. Performed by: Dealer

Every 16,000 km or 2 years

1 item
  • Compression test (or leak-down)
    Engine
    Guideline

Every 19,500 km or 2 years

4 items
  • Replace air filter element
    Fuel and air
    Guideline
  • Synchronize throttle bodies
    Fuel and air
    Guideline
  • Clean and grease rear suspension linkage
    Rear suspension and frame
    Guideline
  • Grease swingarm pivot
    Rear suspension and frame
    Guideline

Every 20,000 km or 2 years

16 items
  • Ball joints (inspect)
    Engine
    Factory

    Factory: Periodic maintenance schedule columns: initial inspection 1,000 km (600 mi); every 5,000 km (3,000 mi); every 10,000 km (6,000 mi) or 1 year; every 20,000 km (12,000 mi) or 2 years. I every 20,000 km or 2 years. Performed by: Dealer

  • Bearing seals, O-rings and wear sleeves of rear axle (replace)
    Engine
    Factory

    Factory: Periodic maintenance schedule columns: initial inspection 1,000 km (600 mi); every 5,000 km (3,000 mi); every 10,000 km (6,000 mi) or 1 year; every 20,000 km (12,000 mi) or 2 years. R every 20,000 km or 2 years. Performed by: Dealer

  • Engine coolant (replace)
    Engine
    Factory

    Factory: Periodic maintenance schedule columns: initial inspection 1,000 km (600 mi); every 5,000 km (3,000 mi); every 10,000 km (6,000 mi) or 1 year; every 20,000 km (12,000 mi) or 2 years. R every 20,000 km or 2 years. Performed by: Dealer

  • Exhaust Y pipe front gaskets (replace)
    Engine
    Factory

    Factory: Periodic maintenance schedule columns: initial inspection 1,000 km (600 mi); every 5,000 km (3,000 mi); every 10,000 km (6,000 mi) or 1 year; every 20,000 km (12,000 mi) or 2 years. R every 20,000 km or 2 years. Performed by: Dealer

  • Front suspension arms (lubricate)
    Engine
    Factory

    Factory: Periodic maintenance schedule columns: initial inspection 1,000 km (600 mi); every 5,000 km (3,000 mi); every 10,000 km (6,000 mi) or 1 year; every 20,000 km (12,000 mi) or 2 years. L at initial inspection and every 20,000 km or 2 years. Performed by: Dealer

  • Radiator cap/cooling system pressure test
    Engine
    Factory

    Factory: Periodic maintenance schedule columns: initial inspection 1,000 km (600 mi); every 5,000 km (3,000 mi); every 10,000 km (6,000 mi) or 1 year; every 20,000 km (12,000 mi) or 2 years. I every 20,000 km or 2 years. Performed by: Dealer

  • Rear axle bearings (inspect)
    Engine
    Factory

    Factory: Periodic maintenance schedule columns: initial inspection 1,000 km (600 mi); every 5,000 km (3,000 mi); every 10,000 km (6,000 mi) or 1 year; every 20,000 km (12,000 mi) or 2 years. I every 20,000 km or 2 years. Performed by: Dealer

  • Rear sprocket bearing (inspect)
    Engine
    Factory

    Factory: Periodic maintenance schedule columns: initial inspection 1,000 km (600 mi); every 5,000 km (3,000 mi); every 10,000 km (6,000 mi) or 1 year; every 20,000 km (12,000 mi) or 2 years. I every 20,000 km or 2 years. Performed by: Dealer

  • Spark plugs (replace)
    Engine
    Factory

    Factory: Periodic maintenance schedule columns: initial inspection 1,000 km (600 mi); every 5,000 km (3,000 mi); every 10,000 km (6,000 mi) or 1 year; every 20,000 km (12,000 mi) or 2 years. R every 20,000 km or 2 years. Performed by: Dealer

  • Valve clearance (adjust)
    Engine
    Factory

    Factory: Periodic maintenance schedule columns: initial inspection 1,000 km (600 mi); every 5,000 km (3,000 mi); every 10,000 km (6,000 mi) or 1 year; every 20,000 km (12,000 mi) or 2 years. A every 20,000 km or 2 years; inspect first at 10,000 km (6,000 mi). Performed by: Dealer

  • Air filter (replace)
    Fuel and air
    Factory

    Factory: Periodic maintenance schedule columns: initial inspection 1,000 km (600 mi); every 5,000 km (3,000 mi); every 10,000 km (6,000 mi) or 1 year; every 20,000 km (12,000 mi) or 2 years. R every 20,000 km or 2 years. Performed by: Dealer

  • Clutch fluid, SM5 model (replace)
    Primary and gearbox
    Factory

    Factory: Periodic maintenance schedule columns: initial inspection 1,000 km (600 mi); every 5,000 km (3,000 mi); every 10,000 km (6,000 mi) or 1 year; every 20,000 km (12,000 mi) or 2 years. R every 20,000 km or 2 years. Performed by: Dealer

  • Transmission oil filter, SE5 model (replace)
    Primary and gearbox
    Factory

    Factory: Periodic maintenance schedule columns: initial inspection 1,000 km (600 mi); every 5,000 km (3,000 mi); every 10,000 km (6,000 mi) or 1 year; every 20,000 km (12,000 mi) or 2 years. R at initial inspection and every 20,000 km or 2 years. Performed by: Customer

  • Shock absorbers (inspect)
    Rear suspension and frame
    Factory

    Factory: Periodic maintenance schedule columns: initial inspection 1,000 km (600 mi); every 5,000 km (3,000 mi); every 10,000 km (6,000 mi) or 1 year; every 20,000 km (12,000 mi) or 2 years. I every 20,000 km or 2 years. Performed by: Dealer

  • Brake fluid (replace)
    Brakes
    Factory

    Factory: Periodic maintenance schedule columns: initial inspection 1,000 km (600 mi); every 5,000 km (3,000 mi); every 10,000 km (6,000 mi) or 1 year; every 20,000 km (12,000 mi) or 2 years. R every 20,000 km or 2 years. Performed by: Dealer

  • Wheel bearings (inspect)
    Wheels and tires
    Factory

    Factory: Periodic maintenance schedule columns: initial inspection 1,000 km (600 mi); every 5,000 km (3,000 mi); every 10,000 km (6,000 mi) or 1 year; every 20,000 km (12,000 mi) or 2 years. I every 20,000 km or 2 years. Performed by: Dealer

Every 24,000 km or 3 years

1 item
  • Change fork oil
    Front end
    Guideline

    Some early telescopic forks are grease filled or use very small oil quantities. Check your manual.

Every 24,000 km or 4 years

1 item
  • Check valve clearances (shim adjusted)
    Engine
    Guideline

Every 25,500 km or 4 years

1 item
  • Replace spark plugs
    Engine
    Guideline

Every 30,000 km or 5 years

1 item
  • Fuel filter (replace)
    Fuel and air
    Factory

    Factory: Replace every 5 years or 30,000 km (19,000 mi). Performed by: Dealer

Every 32,000 km or 4 years

2 items
  • Repack / replace steering head bearings
    Front end
    Guideline

    Many old machines use loose balls in cups and cones. Taper roller conversions are common.

  • Repack / replace wheel bearings
    Wheels and tires
    Guideline

    Cup-and-cone and taper roller hubs need periodic repacking and adjustment.

Every 38,500 km or 4 years

1 item
  • Replace fuel filter
    Fuel and air
    Guideline

Every 40,000 km or 6 years

1 item
  • Replace swingarm bushes / bearings
    Rear suspension and frame
    Guideline

Every 48,500 km or 6 years

1 item
  • Rebuild forks: seals, bushes, springs
    Front end
    Guideline

Every 50,000 km

1 item
  • Rear sprocket bearing (replace)
    Engine
    Factory

    Factory: Replace every 50,000 km (31,000 mi). Performed by: Dealer

Every 80,500 km

1 item
  • Replace drive belt (wear or damage based)
    Final drive
    Guideline

Every 6 months

1 item
  • Clean battery terminals, check charge and strap
    Ignition and electrics
    Guideline

Every 2 years

4 items
  • Replace coolant
    Engine
    Guideline
  • Inspect wiring, bullet connectors and ground points
    Ignition and electrics
    Guideline
  • Inspect frame, welds and lugs for cracks
    Rear suspension and frame
    Guideline
  • Replace brake fluid
    Brakes
    Guideline

Every 4 years

3 items
  • Replace fuel lines
    Fuel and air
    Guideline

    Old rubber and modern ethanol fuel do not mix well.

  • Inspect brake hoses; replace old rubber
    Brakes
    Guideline
  • Rebuild calipers and master cylinders (seals)
    Brakes
    Guideline

Every 6 years

1 item
  • Replace tires on age (regardless of tread)
    Wheels and tires
    Guideline

No interval set

1 item
  • Tires (inspect)
    Wheels and tires
    Factory

    Factory: Inspect tread wear and pressure before each ride. Performed by: Customer

Guideline lines: Intervals here are general guidelines for the machine's era and layout, compiled for this app. They are not factory manual figures. Check your workshop manual, and edit any interval in the bike's Schedule tab.

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