Can-Am Spyder Roadster RS vs Honda CBF1000 ABS (2011)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Can-Am Spyder Roadster RSstacks up against the Honda CBF1000 ABS. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecCan-Am Spyder Roadster RSHonda CBF1000 ABS
Model year20112011
Price
Engine998 cc998 cc
Horsepower106 hp97 hp
Torque104 Nm97 Nm
Weight317 kg228 kg
Seat height29 mm31 mm
Fuel capacity6.6 L5.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed6-speed
Front brakesDouble disc. EBD, ABS. 4 piston calipers. Foot-actuated, fully integrated hydraulic 3-wheel braking system.Double disc. Anti-lock braking (ABS)
Rear brakesSingle disc. EBD, ABS. Electro-mechanical park brake system with actuator on the rear caliper.Single disc. Anti-lock braking (ABS)
Tires165/65-R14 / 225/50-R15 120/70-ZR17 / 160/60-ZR17

Can-Am Spyder Roadster RS vs Honda CBF1000 ABS — which should you buy?

Picking between the Can-Am Spyder Roadster RS and the Honda CBF1000 ABS usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Can-Am Spyder Roadster RS brings 106 hp in a 317 kg package, while the Honda CBF1000 ABS counters with 97 hp at 228 kg.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: