Can-Am DS 90 vs Can-Am DS 90 X (2014)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Can-Am DS 90stacks up against the Can-Am DS 90 X. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecCan-Am DS 90Can-Am DS 90 X
Model year20142010
Price$3,399
Engine90 cc90 cc
Weight113 kg111 kg
Seat height39 mm27 mm
Fuel capacity1.6 L0.7 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
Front brakesExpanding brake (drum brake). Double drumDouble disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Single disc
Tires19/7-8 / 18/10-8 19/7-8 / 18/10-8

Can-Am DS 90 vs Can-Am DS 90 X — which should you buy?

Picking between the Can-Am DS 90 and the Can-Am DS 90 X usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Can-Am DS 90 brings its published horsepower in a 113 kg package, while the Can-Am DS 90 X counters with its own power figure at 111 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: