Can-Am Spyder ST Limited vs Honda GL 1000 LTD Gold Wing (2016)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Can-Am Spyder ST Limitedstacks up against the Honda GL 1000 LTD Gold Wing. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecCan-Am Spyder ST LimitedHonda GL 1000 LTD Gold Wing
Model year20161978
Price
Engine998 cc999 cc
Horsepower100 hp82 hp
Torque104 Nm
Weight392 kg
Seat height29 mm
Fuel capacity6.6 L5.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed5-speed
Front brakesDouble disc. EBD, ABS. 4 piston calipers. Foot-actuated, fully integrated hydraulic 3-wheel braking system.Dual disc
Rear brakesSingle disc. EBD, ABS. Single piston calipers.Single disc
Tires165/65-R15 / 225/50-R15 3.50-19 / 4.50-17

Can-Am Spyder ST Limited vs Honda GL 1000 LTD Gold Wing — which should you buy?

Picking between the Can-Am Spyder ST Limited and the Honda GL 1000 LTD Gold Wing usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Can-Am Spyder ST Limited brings 100 hp in a 392 kg package, while the Honda GL 1000 LTD Gold Wing counters with 82 hp.

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: