Positioned in Can-Am's atv motorcycle lineup, the 2012 Can-Am Outlander 1000 features a 976 cc (59.6 cu in) liquid-cooled v2, four-stroke configuration. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 82 HP (59.9 kW), transferring power to the rear wheel through a automatic gearbox and shaft drive (cardan) final drive. With a specific output of 84 HP per liter, the engine character is indicating a tractable, stress-free state of tune focused on everyday usability and broad torque delivery.
On the scales, the Outlander 1000 measures 339 kg (747 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.24 HP/kg (4.13 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 877 mm (34.5 in) seat height — reflecting a long-travel chassis stance that favors ground clearance and off-pavement control, combined with a 1,295 mm (51 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry. The 20.5-liter (5.4 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
DrivelineSelectable 2w/4w with Visco-Lok† front differential
Chassis
Frame TypeSST G2 frame
Front SuspensionDouble A-arm
Front Travel229 mm (9.0 inches)
Rear SuspensionTorsional Trailing arm Independent (TTI)
Rear Travel236 mm (9.3 inches)
Wheelbase1295 mm (51.0 inches)
Ground Clearance305 mm (12.0 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre26/8-12
Rear Tyre26/10-12
Front BrakesDouble disc. Hydraulic
Front Brake Ø214 mm (8.4 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc. Hydraulic
Rear Brake Ø214 mm (8.4 inches)
WheelsCast-aluminum
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight339.0 kg (747.4 pounds)
Power/Weight0.2419 HP/kg
Seat Height877 mm (34.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Height1143 mm (45.0 inches)
Overall Length2184 mm (86.0 inches)
Overall Width1168 mm (46.0 inches)
Fuel Capacity20.50 litres (5.42 US gallons)
Oil Capacity4.50 litres (4.76 US quarts)
Other
StarterElectric
Color OptionsRed
InstrumentsMulti-function digital LCD gauge: Speedometer, tachometer (bar graph RPM, bottom bar numerical RPM), odometer, trip and hour meters, diagnostic center, gear position, engine hour meter, 4x4 indicator, temperature and engine lights, fuel gauge, clock, auto shut off after 15 minutes
Light230-watt from twin 60-watt reflectors and dual 55-watt projectors with tail light/brake light
Carrying Capacity5.7 US gal (21.4L) water-resistant rear storage box.
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