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2011 Can-Am Outlander 500 XT
2011 Can-Am Outlander 500 XT

2011 Can-Am Outlander 500 XT
2011 Can-Am Outlander 500 XT

2011 Can-Am Outlander 500 XT
2011 Can-Am Outlander 500 XT


– 2011 Can-Am Outlander 500 XT

2011 Can-Am Outlander 500 XT

A 30-PAGE BROCHURE WON’T TELL YOU HALF AS MUCH AS A 30-SECOND TEST DRIVE.

Say hello to the 2011 Outlander 500 XT. Powered by the only V-twin in the category, it delivers more power (40.4-hp) and a better power-to-weight ratio (6.3 hp per 100 lbs) than any bike in its class. Featuring cast-aluminum wheels for less unsprung weight, more mass centralization and better handling. In other words, it’s time to stop reading and start riding.

Also offered in 2-up Outlander MAX



 


Key Features:

Outlander 500 Features

Rotax V-twin 499.6 cc EFI engine
TTI independent rear suspension
MacPherson front suspension
CVT transmission
Center skid plate
Multi-function digital gauge

 

XT Added Features

Dual-mode Dynamic Power Steering (DPS)
Visco-Lok† QE with quicker engagement
650-watt magneto
BRP XL3000 winch
XT cast-aluminum wheels
Carlisle‡ 25-inch ACT radial tires
Heavy-duty bumpers
Handlebar wind deflectors

 

Other Features

Digitally Encoded Security System (D.E.S.S.)
Steel racks with 300-pound [136 kg] capacity

Available Colors: Yellow, Black, Camo

 

 


 

2011 Can-Am Outlander 500 XT – Specifications
American MSRP $9,299 US (Yellow), $9,299 US (Black), $9,699 US (Camo) USD
Canadian MSRP $11,099 CA (Yellow), $11,099 CA (Black), $11,599 CA (Camo) CDN

Engine
Type
499.6 cc, V-twin, liquid-cooled, SOHC, 8-valve (4-valve/cyl)
Bore & Stroke
82 x 47 mm
EFI System / Carburetor
46-mm Throttle Body, 2 Siemens? VDO injectors
Starting System
Electric
Transmission
CVT, sub-transmission with high, low, park, neutral & reverse. Standard engine braking
Drive Train
Selectable 2w/4w shaft driven with Visco-lok† front differential

Chassis
Frame
SST
Front Suspension Type
MacPherson?
Front Suspension Travel
7 in (178 mm)
Rear Suspension Type
TTI independent
Rear Suspension Travel
9 in (229 mm)
Front Brake
2 inboard hydraulic discs
Rear Brake
1 inboard hydraulic disc
Tires/Front
25 x 8 x 12 in
635 x 203 x 305 mm
Tires/Rear
25 x 11x 12 in
635 x 279 x 305 mm
Wheels
Cast-aluminum

Dimensions
L x W x H (in)
86 x 46 x 45 in
L x W x H (mm)
2,184 x 1,168 x 1,143 mm
Wheelbase
51 in (1,295 mm)
Seat Height
34.5 in (877 mm)
Ground Clearance
11 in (279 mm)
Dry Weight
654 lbs (297 kg)
Towing Capacity
1,300 lbs (590 kg)
Rack Capacity
Front: 100 lbs (45 kg)
Rear: 200 lbs (90 kg)
Storage
Rear storage 5.3 US gal (20 L)
Fuel Capacity
4.3 US gal (16.3 L)

Features
Instrumentation
Multi-function digital LCD gauge: Speedometer, tachometer (bar graph RPM, bottom bar numerical RPM), odometer, trip & hour meters, diagnostic center, gear position, engine hour meter, 4×4 indicator, temperature and engine lights, fuel gauge, clock, auto shut off after 15 minutes
Anti-Theft
D.E.S.S. (Digital Encoded Security System)
Electrical
Prewired for winch
Lighting
2 fender mounted headlamps (35W) with tail light / brake light
DC Outlet
Lighter type in console, standard connector in the back (15A)
Color(s) available
Black, Yellow, Camo

Warranty
Basic
6 months limited factory warranty
Extended
B.E.S.T. available from 12 to 36 months

Package

XT package:

Dual-mode Dynamic Power Steering (DPS)
Visco-Lok QE
XT cast-aluminum wheels
650-watt magneto
BRP XL3000 winch with roller fairlead and wired remote control
Carlisle? ACT radial tires
Heavy-duty front and rear bumpers
Handlebar wind deflectors