Can-Am Spyder F3-S

Drifty McDrifter. Fagan samples the 2017 Can-Am Spyder at the launch in Portugal. Some say it's impractical, others will appreciate its idiosyncrasies and drift strategies. And that Rotax thee-pot engine...Apologies for the shaky camera - don't think the Drift likes the Can-Am

[@SinChase]

That opening with Fagan "Ridin Dirty" had me crying laughing. Proper effort!

[@nielskersic328]

that maniacal laughter is amazing

[@user-sw2lv3zp6o]

It's childish.

[@djb4069]

So false

[@TheTypeRTheory]

They look fucking cool, like a snowmobile for the road. I wouldn't have one instead of a bike, but I'd have one alongside.

[@toandfro2554]

great now I'm going to get slammed with Spyder videos on KZbin. "reccomended for you... Nigel in Cornholeistan shares long term review of Can-am Spyder." thanks for soiling my feed 44teeth. your reviews are bombtastic though

[@FortyFourTeeth]

Hahahaaaaaa

[@horstkrause9467]

Can u tell me the Name of the 1st song? 0:00 - 0:38

[@CoyoteMTB77]

The last minute when you plug in your iPhone and do the music is KZbin gold 😂😂😂

[@kingsqueak2221]

I took a few of these out. More people need to try one before they pass judgement. There's flat out anger from random people over these in the U.S. and it's very bizarre. People fearing the unknown I suppose. I found them to be very fun. They aren't motorcycles, they are their own thing entirely. A snowmobile for the road is one of the better ways I've seen them explained. The benefits are being out in the open air, there is feel and some skill to push them hard. It was fun to take hard corners and freeway on/off ramps with the inside wheel lifting up. They also stop really well, powerful brakes on them. It was very hot the day I was riding and it was pretty nice to just flop on the seat when dragging through bumper to bumper traffic and also pretty nice to just flop there waiting for lights to change. Much much lower effort in stop and start traffic than being on a bike in an area where lane splitting is illegal. They are different, they are fun, that is the point. They aren't made to solve a daily transportation need. They are a fun cruiser. In the end, they are pretty pricey and for the same money for an F3/t I picked up a R1200GS/A. My decision was that the advantages of two wheels, narrower, more maneuverable, were something I wanted. If I had a larger pile of play money, a house paid for etc, I would easily have one of these to add to a collection. With limited time to ride and limited budget, I just didn't think it was the right time yet. Totally worth the ride, way more fun than I'd expected and I came pretty close to owning one truly.

[@UnknownProdrive]

Chris Esser As a biker you'd always spend the money on a bike first. But if I wasn't a biker and just a cager it might get a look. I don't doubt it's loads of fun though. I'd love a blast on one, but I'd only purchase if I could afford several bikes in the garage first. Pricey.

[@cameron7885]

"Lifestyle bloggers.. *sigh*"

[@matlane602]

This is probably the best video you guys have done so far. It's immensely entertaining, maybe it's because you're not taking it too seriously due to the subject matter? I thought the music worked really well in the video, even though I'm not a rave fan, as it added to the fun of it all. More like this please, fun music + dicking about mixed with the video and audio quality you guys are putting out is a winning formula in my eyes. The Spyder itself, not my cup of tea, but it is cool, and it is different. Well done to Can-Am for building it, I hope it's a success.

[@JWxUK]

One of my favourites, ridin dirty, any excuse to drift, insane giggling when finding it will spin up and the DJ set at the end! Good work Statham

[@puttputt1992]

So many closed minded people here. I think it looks like a hoot to ride. As the baroness said, its something completely different, and that's okay. In fact its fantastic. Its looks like the best way to have it would be a nice set of super sticky front wheels and a really slippery rear so that you can just drift it everywhere. I could see, if people would be open to new things, this being just what a lot of people would want. To me i kind of see this as a bit of a GSXR-750. Not quite a litre bike, not quite a 600, but still an amazing package all the same

[@FortyFourTeeth]

Wise words. I guess it's just a bit different for some to handle. Form an opinion after riding it.

[@moviebod]

When was that ever an option? Aren't we all armchair critics? It's the few ignorantly lambasted vehicles which give us mere mortals a chance to ride something epic. Teapot anyone? :) I love a cuppa myself.

[@Neils400]

isn't it all a bit useless in England? Looks like a blast to hire on holiday but in Blighty with traffic and rain?! Fun but it's not going to sell over here - think I'd prefer a caterham if I couldn't ride...

[@davidgayford]

puttputt1992 .....the baroness..love it.

[@hommebizzare]

That laughter the first time he drifted it cracked me up. I would like to try it some time, but I think I would grow tired of it very quickly. I would probably use it to go shopping, and then choose my bike for any other ride

[@Bimble]

Coming to theatres this summer. Jason Statham stars in - A Delicate Fulcrum.

[@splatterchops]

I went to a demo day of these a few years ago, it was pretty fun to ride, peeled out of the car park, it was a hoot. Only real drawback is you can get a VERY nice bike for same price.

[@2wheelLove]

lmao i love the crack up from the first time you realized you could drift it .

[@user-sw2lv3zp6o]

The first minute of the video: the area I ride in every day. It isn't a toy if you live in a hot country. A good alternative to a car if you don't like cars. I think I prefer it to the Niken. It's the 1330 triple engine that attracts me. I'd certainly go for the sportier one. A light bike for when you want to be on two wheels. Great scenery in the most attractive country in southern Europe.

[@iluvfionaleggate]

I think we need a Fagan playlist to download, some banging tunes!

[@Patriiiiick]

It's not something i'll ever own, probably ever ride, but i'm really glad things like these exist and I hope companies keep on making them.

[@DoRC]

actually 3 wheelers with 2 in front are inherently very stable. it's the ones with one in the front that suck

[@Nexus-6]

Mom!! Grandpa Fagan's gone riding and raving again...

[@Destide]

Not my thing, but I like the way you didn't pander to the hur-duh trike and just gave a detailed review with good laughs .

[@Ben-rq5re]

It'd be a lot more appealing if it came with Fagan's bangin' playlist as standard..

[@iancooper3560]

I've ridden the previous 990 V-Twin version. HATED it for the first 5 minutes... LOVED it afterwards! They're different and fun. Would I but one? Nope but I'm glad I've experienced one. Al - brill review as per and funny as from 18 min 45 sec. :)

[@joaolourenco2621]

Nice to see you here in Portugal bro :)

[@user-sw2lv3zp6o]

Beautiful Portugal!

[@MDHenry4]

Honda put out the ATC off road after side cars on the street. They run wide in turns and are slow so it is cool that they figured it out with proper power and stability controls.

[@tignals09]

Al should make a Spotify playlist...bangers 👌

[@banboosy]

Loved the banter. Makes this kind of video so much more entertaining.

[@eldergodsband1187]

Wonderful humor interspersed with some review stuff! Love it fellas.

[@LambChopRides]

now that looks like a laugh! love the vid very good

[@gnarshread]

I certainly don't understand why anyone would want one unless your using it as a road going mobility scooter. Regardless, props for having the balls to review them.

[@OHMMoto]

This video was fucking hilarious. Al kudos for the music collection!

[@thomassayles3699]

loving the drum n bass and the garage vibes woop woop

[@Thewiz3222]

Cant wait for the GSXR1000 vs S1000RR video guys! Just test rode the GSXR today, and man is it amazing! Buttersmooth all around! Looking forward to hearing your thoughts about it against the S1000RR. Cheers.

[@findingneutral426]

Thewiz3222 me too! Will be interested to see how the gsxr gets on with the Beamer

[@NickRS1]

I think its one of them that you have to ride before making a impression

[@FortyFourTeeth]

EXACTLY

[@UnknownProdrive]

44Teeth If you didn't own a bike at the time would you even get that far. And would you have it in the garage instead of a bike? This is aimed at car drivers not bikers surely. I don't doubt it's a laugh to mess about on.

[@Tanshanomi]

Engine Works, My wife trtraded her Yamaha 950 for. Spyder RT in 2012.I said at the time, "that's great for you but I'll never want to give up two wheels." But over the next year I rode hers enough to get comfortable with how they handled, and then I rode the RS-S sport version (now out of production). I was sold. I now have had my Spyder RSS for four years next month. I still have two motorcycles, but I spend most of my time on that.

[@andrewmack2161]

Not sure if it's been mentioned already, but I'm pretty certain the licence for them has changed. If you passed your car test before 1st Jan 2013 then you don't need a bike licence, but if you passed after that date then you do need a Bike licence to ride one of these...

[@RandyWatson791]

Thanks for the review, you look like you had a blast!! I will look out for one to hire when I'm next in Portugal!! Nice one!

[@FortyFourTeeth]

Not sure you can hire them. This was a one-off launch!

[@ElusiveNomad]

I loved the "they see me rolling" edits

[@RegularJon]

The second song on the intro is 100% perfect for this 😂😂😂

[@iridemanila]

those drone shot are amazing

[@Willy4k]

I really dont understand the market for this. Anyone care to explain?

[@MrClayElf]

maybe people who are not able to drive (two-wheel) motorcycle? and people who like those things (I don't)

[@jerichom11x]

People too scared to get a real motorbike but want to be seen by their workmates and idiots as a biker.

[@nevercrashed]

i have a mate who's in a wheel chair and used to ride bikes hes got one of these now and loves it

[@FACTOTUM_55]

most of the can am I see on the road are 2up . I'd imagine it's an easier sell to the wife

[@Willy4k]

tom routh Good shout mate. Didnt think of things like that.

[@alex31721able]

I'd love to see the review of whoever was behind you to see there opinion of your impressive drifting

[@davelassell]

You gotta post the track list from the last time on the limited. So great!

[@mbtfp]

Why is the spare tyre touching the ground?

[@Bredaxe]

"The twitchy bunghole" Sounds like a trendy pub. Just don't visit the restrooms.

[@TheGoldenPig.]

Guys... April fools is long gone.

[@Filip_Phreriks]

DJ Randall for the win

[@AVI.D]

The intro is like a bad action-movie, I can just imagine the lead rolling in in the opening scene. 0:39

[@MorriSiege]

i could never own one but that looked fun as hell 👌

[@Plasticjesus504]

From BSB to Can - Am I almost fell off my chair with "Riding Dirty" hahahahaha

[@colinkutz5930]

that was the funniest intro possible! thank you thank you thank you

[@oscarmuffin4322]

I'm debating whether to get one of these for my father over a more traditional style of trike as a present. He's wanted a bike for decades but never got the chance, now in his old(ish) age he's talking about trikes. I can pick one up for a little more than a good "Normal" trike. Just seeing what people are saying about them.

[@THAxBLiNt]

That intro... haven't laughed that hard in a while.

[@GasMaskPaintballer]

It's pretty much a snowmobile for the road. Take that as you will.

[@anidiotinaracingcar4874]

It's a fine machine. It would be awesome with a sportier driving position.

[@RidingBadger]

Sick skidz breh!

[@scottieray]

Classic Rave makes it all worthwhile...

[@two_wheel_zen]

Hahahaha Fagan's laugh! Contagious

[@carlosa3194]

quick question- could you drive it with one hand only at all times? trying to see videos and understanding the dynamics of the weight transfer, if any, to the hands. i only have the left arm so I will move the throttle but i just want your opinion thanks

[@ForTehWin12]

Drifting makes Fagan giggle like a little school girl appearantly

[@cornishpastie]

I want one!

[@PilotPhteven]

I'd say the market is more towards the (fun/weekend) car replacement then it is to replace bikes. Honestly want one. This instead of a little convertible "sports" car to tour on a bit. Sure, I'll take it! similar money to maybe something like a nice second hand BMW z4 or porsche boxter or something like it. (don't think one of those will get the maniac laugh at the 3min mark in the video) it won't ever replace a bike though. As it has a lot of drawbacks of both a bike and a car.. without many of the benefits.. For me, the normal bike is a cafe racer type, not great for the long tour. the car (suv) is a bit boring for the long tour.. Don't really see myself on a GS/multistrada/africatwin/etc (obviously other bikes are available for touring) so... nice middle ground maybe to add to a garage instead of a sporty-ish convertible.

[@Neutronb0mb]

Anyone know what gloves Statham is wearing? They look gert-lush

[@alanscott989]

There is a company in the states that swap the motor out for a busa motor, that would be fun. Just imagine one of these with a busa motor that TTS have wacked on a supercharger, 300+ BHP of the most hilarious way to die ever.

[@ashherbert26]

Cool vid guys, could you do a vid on some a2 bikes comparing things like the street triple a2 and mt07 please

[@Hinch55]

I see a few here in the states -- thousands of miles of wide dead straight roads and (in all states except California) no filtering. Pensioners, disabled folks, and people that want to at least feel like they're riding an actual bike without the balancing bit are the market. Not defending the thing -- I've never even sat on one.

[@paulleonard1296]

DJ Randall! That's a name I've not heard since Dreamscape 15

[@tiiimmmaaayyyy3616]

Delicate fulcrum? Would make a good toy for a day or two but not sure what its use would be once the novelty's worn off

[@tsa567]

I have never really understood the need for these vehicles before but I think I actually kind of get it now. Certainly not for me but what the hell if it's what you want then go for it. Al's music taste of the other hand though....

[@taylorlloyd]

they see me rolling shots - pmsl!

[@_chipchip]

Haha loving the d&b and garage

[@MisterAki43]

When are you taking it greenlaning? (Probably wouldn't do too bad, apart from the weight to be fair)

[@kingsqueak2221]

They are nice on cruddy roads, gravel isn't as much of a concern at all. However the belt drives don't particularly like it when they suck up stones. So they are very stable on lousy loose surfaces but you have to be mindful of stones getting lodged into the belt drive. They aren't meant to be hammered over true trails, the clearance just isn't there.

[@troy9er]

I thought the S had orange frames. Or they just all that addition here in the USA models?

[@miteor]

Nice to see the Baroness getting out on her own...

[@crazyjoyce]

Looks like an absolute piece of shit! Well done for drifting it within minutes of leaving!

[@redsv1000]

I guess I'd ride one, but Ridin' Dirty has to be blasting out of the sound system on loop. I'm assuming it has a sound system.

[@AS3KN]

This one's gonna be interesting

[@gretchensghost]

Shirley, this would be improved greatly if there was an element of leaning built in? Looks like it's in hot pursuit of understeer. But then again, I'm an idiot.

[@KingLuis1985]

is it me or is the camera fuzzy looking at times? except at the end. looks crisp and nice there.

[@37rod37]

Great ride...thanks!

[@Jayrell420]

At first i thought WTF!! but after a great review mr statham my inner child wants one, plus you can bump 2pac while going sideways into ASDA great fun :D

[@joeblack6301]

what kind of windshield is that? just brought a 2017 spyder f3s and want to add a windshield to the bike. thank you in advance

[@mattrowe6394]

looks like a disabled golf buggy rather than a scadoo.... sounds like a smart four two. why is AL having all the fun on the launches recently?

[@mobikuloyuk]

levensgevaarlijk ding....

[@desoi]

I always imagined these would be better than many claim but the back end constantly sliding and running wide in bends just looks dangerous.

[@smokeybarr]

Had a dream about this video last night. Proper weird. I need to go easy on the cheese.

[@GMss101]

The only reason to get one of these is so you don't have to wear a helmet on a sunny day. ...or if you keep failing your bike licence, of course!!

[@user-sw2lv3zp6o]

All sorts of reasons to have one of these.

[@CtrlCmdMusic]

We've been waiting for ages, please review the Suzuki gsxr 1000r, plus a Superbike 2017 shootout

[@ActionHeinz]

I like how you spit out the words "lifestyle bloggers" like they taste like grandma's armpits.

[@mcbrite]

How have they not gone belly up yet? They've been around for a couple of years, right?

[@mprziv]

I could see getting one of these if you are old, or have a disability preventing you from riding a motorcycle. Other than that, what is the point? The inherent danger or a motorcycle...combined with the added weight, and lack of performance of a heavy vehicle...for $20,000+.

[@FortyFourTeeth]

The average age of owners is 50, so yes...

[@hubert1142]

@2:50 Dat laughter Fagan lmaÖ 👌👌

[@cornish_boy6235]

it's boring, it's boring, it's boring, oh my god I can make the back step out I love it and want one! lol

[@Shimmoda]

00:40 Automatic like XD

[@_droid]

It's a snowmobile for the road.

[@markblakebrough3912]

great vid! what is the music for the first 30 seconds?

[@espinozanovak831]

Why hate until you've ridden one. I own a ride a motorcycle , and a spyder. I have more fun on the spyder, and the air suspension in back is way better for hauling the wife on the back. You can't compare them. It's like saying you can't enjoy a corvette or mustang or jet ski because it's not a motorcycle.

[@gingerelvis]

I would get into so much trouble on one of these, probably wrap it round a tree getting the arse out in the corners

[@veedubgeezer]

Does anyone else get disappointed when they hear Rotax thinking they're about to say rotary? (ignoring oil, fuel and apex seal consumption...)

[@MrZachItalia]

Do any knee dragging with it?

[@ImLeuff]

That music choice was so british.

[@frankbfunke]

Any time you do Jetski testing?