Honda CB1000R C-ABS vs Can-Am Spyder RS-S (2010)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda CB1000R C-ABSstacks up against the Can-Am Spyder RS-S. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda CB1000R C-ABSCan-Am Spyder RS-S
Model year20102010
Price$18,799
Engine998 cc998 cc
Horsepower123 hp106 hp
Torque99 Nm104 Nm
Weight317 kg
Seat height33 mm29 mm
Fuel capacity4.5 L6.6 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed5-speed
Front brakesDouble disc. ABSDouble disc. EBD, ABS. 4 piston calipers. Foot-actuated, fully integrated hydraulic 3-wheel braking system.
Rear brakesSingle disc. ABSSingle disc. EBD, ABS. Electro-mechanical park brake system with actuator on the rear caliper.
Tires120/70-ZR17 / 180/55-ZR17 165/65-R14 / 225/50-R15

Honda CB1000R C-ABS vs Can-Am Spyder RS-S — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda CB1000R C-ABS and the Can-Am Spyder RS-S usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda CB1000R C-ABS brings 123 hp, while the Can-Am Spyder RS-S counters with 106 hp at 317 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: