2015 Can-Am Commander 800 R Features

PERFORMANCE

Rotax 800 V-Twin engine
The liquid-cooled, single overhead cam power plant is powerful and efficient. It has four valves per cylinder and is fed by a 54mm throttle body and two VDO Siemens fuel injectors. The sophisticated electronic fuel injection system automatically keeps the engine’s performance at its peak, regardless of temperature or altitude. The progressive throttle ensures power is manageable whether in precise rock crawling or opening it up on the straights.

EPA / CARB compliant design
Located within the side-by-side vehicle’s muffler, the catalyst and lambda sensor meet EPA and CARB compliancy.

Intelligent Throttle Control (iTC)
The throttle-by-wire system teams with the 54mm Bosch throttle body to produce smooth throttle delivery even if the driver’s foot is bouncing due to the terrain. The iTC system can detect unwanted bounces and then filter the input, resulting in more throttle accuracy, especially at low speed. This system also reduces the number of moving parts in the vehicle; requires no maintenance; has no cables to adjust, lubricate, or replace; and the system has an increased life span.

ECO mode
The Commander side-by-side offers selectable Sport mode, which offers a more linear throttle control for performance driving, and ECO mode for driving under normal use situations.

CVT transmission
Continuously Variable Transmission offers engine braking and high, low, park, neutral and reverse.

Rear differential
A spiral bevel gear rear differential reduces noise.

Double A-arms front suspension with dive-control geometry
The Double A-arm suspension uses front dive-control geometry, which works to eliminate diving under heavy braking and rough terrain. By controlling vehicle dive, the Can-Am Commander handling is more precise in all situations and terrain types. The front end, which features 10 inches of travel (25cm), has the largest diameter front, five-way preload-adjustable gas shocks in the industry (36mm or 1.4 inches) for overall durability and better fade resistance.

Trailing Torsional Independent (TTI) rear suspension
Inspired from the world of top-level, off-road trophy trucks, this trailing arm design provides excellent control and stability, especially in rough terrain by eliminating scrub. Wheels move rearward as they move up and down producing a smoother ride than the competition, and the side-by-side does not waver down the trail. TTI reduces tire wear and has 75 percent fewer parts than competitive designs. The durable rear end features 10 inches of travel (25 cm) and the largest diameter rear, five-way preload-adjustable gas shocks in the industry (36mm (1.4 inches) for reduced fading.

11-inch (27.9cm) ground clearance
Offers a whopping 11 inches (27.9 cm) of total ground clearance for maximum performance for conquering challenging terrain. We built sag right in to the suspension, which lets the system work in its travel “sweet spot.”

Visco-Lok front differential
Progressively and automatically transfers power from a slipping front wheel to the one with traction. Visco-Lok has no buttons to push or levers to pull. Plus, there’s no wheel hop or driveline wind-up so the system is totally transparent to the driver and extremely easy to steer. Up to 100 percent lock up with no rev or speed limiter.

214mm disc brakes with twin-piston calipers
Front and rear outboard disc brakes with 214mm discs and twin-piston calipers.

27-inch (68.6cm) Carlisle Black Rock radial tires
Purpose-built, six-ply Carlisle Black Rock radial tires provide a versatile tread pattern and proven durability.

12-inch (30.5cm) painted steel wheels
The base model wears 12-inch carbon-colored, painted steel wheels.

Reduced cockpit heat
Can-Am engineers added heat shield foil to four key areas of the Commander cockpit to reduce the amount of heat reaching the occupants.

Dual-level cargo box
The Commander 800R features the industry’s first cargo box with two levels separated by a removable, watertight panel. It offers the possibility to have an upper and a lower bed with and independent tailgate. Carrying capacity of the box is 600 lbs. total capacity. (400 lbs. upper, 200 lbs. lower) and has the most volume capacity in the market. The tilt-assist dumpbox can be easily activated from both sides. The heavy-duty, high-strength cargo box is resistant to rust and dents. Easily removable tail gates (upper and lower), no-tools needed with single latch, truck-like, upper and lower tail gate with four tie down hooks located in corners. Integrated vertical grooves for plywood dividers and the Can-Am An optional trunk lock is available to secure the lower level.

1,928 cubic inches (31.6 liters) cockpit storage
The Can-Am Commander 800R family features the same cockpit storage as the larger Commander 1000 models. That means it also leads the industry with almost 2,000 cubic inches of storage in three separate compartments. There are more than 1,050 cubic inches of storage in the glove box and another 799 cubic inches of storage under the fully adjustable driver’s seat. And, in the center console, there’s another 79 cubic inches if space that can be accessed by either occupant. .

1,500-lb (680kg) towing capacity
An impressive 1,500 lbs. of towing capacity lets the Commander 800R family tow heavy loads.

2-inch rear hitch receiver
A standard two-inch hitch receiver allows a standard vehicle towing bar and ball to be used with the Commander 800R family.

Comfort seats with sit-in fore / aft driver adjustment
Our full bolster seats offer unmatched comfort levels and refine the side-by-side experience with lumbar and shoulder support. Both seats are designed to allow easy entry and exit of the machine. Adjustable fore and aft without the need of tools, the automotive-like driver’s seat offers 6.3 inches (16 cm) of total adjustment.

Removable, freestanding seats
Freestanding, removable seats mean you’ll enjoy remain comfortable whether it’s inside the cab or sitting in our seats around the campfire at the end of a long day.

Adjustable tilt steering
The steering wheel adjusts (a total range of 30.5 degrees) without the need of tools. The gauge pivots with the steering wheel for enhanced visibility.

Passenger handhold and grab bar
The Commander line of side-by-side machines feature two passenger handhold locations for supreme comfort and convenience. Located immediately in front of the passenger, the grab bar is designed with ergonomic bends for multiple and comfortable hand positions. The additional left-hand grip bar on the center console provides the passenger and additional handhold.

Dual, off-road cup holders
Twin cup holders, located in the center console, have rubber flaps for off-road use.

240-watt lighting system
The Can-Am Commander 800R family of side-by-side vehicles features the industry’s best lighting system at 240 watts. Automotive- style projectors, on each side, run at 120 watts in low beam and 240 watts in high-beam mode.

10-gallon (38 liters) fuel tank
The largest fuel tank (10 gallons; 38 liters) in the side-by-side industry provides maximum range out on the trail and at the work site. That’s also 11 percent more capacity than the nearest competitor.

625-W magneto
The Commander 800R electrical system can dedicate up to 300 free watts to power accessories thanks to a large magneto.

Easy-to-use maintenance center
Easily accessible and out of the elements under the hood, a centralized maintenance area allows access to the air box, radiator and coolant overflow. Fuses and relays are also easily accessible.

2-inch diameter, high strength steel, ROPS and ROHVA Approved Cage
Our engineers used the Roll-over Protective Structures (ROPS) industry standard when designing the Can-Am Commander family of side-by-side’s two-inch-diameter, high-strength steel cage. The 2015 Commander side-by-side is also compliant with the Recreational Off-Highway Vehicle Association (ROHVA) standards with side nets, side shoulder bars and cage modifications.

Quick-attach side nets
Easy to open and close using one-hand, one-click, the side nets are standard on both side of the Commander 800R. Specifically designed to keep a clear field of vision for driver and passenger.

Three-point seatbelts with anti-cinch
Occupants have peace of mind and comfort with the Commander side-by-side’s three-point seatbelt with anti-cinch a warning alert if the driver’s belt is not fastened properly.

Standard & Performance D.E.S.S. Keys
D.E.S.S. is the industry’s first standard anti-theft device. Electronic code in key must match code in ECU to start. The Commander 1000 family comes with two different keys. One is standard key, which limits top speed to 43.5 mph (70 km/h). The second key is the performance key that has no limitation on speed or power.

Base color option
The 2015 Commander 800R base color is Viper Red.