Can-am Spyder F3 vs Polaris Slingshot Sl — which has more power?

Can-am Spyder F3 produces 115 hp @ 7,500 rpm; Polaris Slingshot Sl produces 173 hp @ 8,500 rpm (2.0L GM Ecotec engine, 2020+ models; earlier models ~173 hp varies by year). Polaris Slingshot Sl wins by 58 hp.

Can-am Spyder F3 vs Polaris Slingshot Sl — which is more reliable?

Motoryk rates Can-am Spyder F3 7.5/10 and Polaris Slingshot Sl 7.0/10. Can-am Spyder F3 scores higher on the overall verdict. Can-am Spyder F3 caveat: You crave traditional two-wheel riding dynamics. Polaris Slingshot Sl caveat: You want pure two-wheeled motorcycle experience.

Can-am Spyder F3 vs Polaris Slingshot Sl — which is better for beginners?

Both are reasonable first-bike candidates. Can-am Spyder F3: 115 hp. Polaris Slingshot Sl: 173 hp.

Can-am Spyder F3 vs Polaris Slingshot Sl — which should I commute on daily?

Both can commute, but lighter weight and gentler power win in traffic. Can-am Spyder F3: 386 kg, 115 hp. Polaris Slingshot Sl: 794 kg, 173 hp.

Can-am Spyder F3 vs Polaris Slingshot Sl

Q: Can-am Spyder F3 vs Polaris Slingshot Sl — which is faster?

Top speed: Can-am Spyder F3 190 km/h (estimated), Polaris Slingshot Sl 201 km/h (125 mph — estimated, Polaris does not officially publish a top speed). Polaris Slingshot Sl is the faster of the two.

Q: Can-am Spyder F3 vs Polaris Slingshot Sl — which is lighter?

Weight: Can-am Spyder F3 386 kg (curb weight), Polaris Slingshot Sl 794 kg (curb weight — note: significantly heavier than a traditional motorcycle due to its three-wheeled autocycle chassis). Can-am Spyder F3 is lighter by 408 kg.

Q: Can-am Spyder F3 vs Polaris Slingshot Sl — which is more fuel-efficient?

Fuel use: Can-am Spyder F3 7.5 L/100km (estimated real-world average), Polaris Slingshot Sl 9.4 L/100km (approximately 10.6 km/L) — estimated real-world average. Real-world economy varies by rider weight, traffic, and how hard the throttle gets twisted.

Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers

Can-am Spyder F3 vs Polaris Slingshot Sl. Can-am Spyder F3: 115 hp @ 7,500 rpm hp, 386 kg (curb weight) weight, top speed 190 km/h (estimated), Motoryk rating 7.5/10. Polaris Slingshot Sl: 173 hp @ 8,500 rpm (2.0L GM Ecotec engine, 2020+ models; earlier models ~173 hp varies by year) hp, 794 kg (curb weight — note: significantly heavier than a traditional motorcycle due to its three-wheeled autocycle chassis) weight, top speed 201 km/h (125 mph — estimated, Polaris does not officially publish a top speed), Motoryk rating 7.0/10.