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Aprilia RSV4 Factory - 2012 Specifications and Reviews

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Replacement for the: 2009 Aprilia RSV 1000 R

About the Aprilia RSV4 Factory

Launched in 2009 the RSV4 Factory replaced the 2009 RSV 1000 R. It's powered by a compact liquid cooled 999.6cc 65° V-4 engine, producing 177bhp.

It's rumoured to have cost £20 million to develop, with no areas skimped on, in order to create the best possible superbike. 

Accessories include Ohlins TTX36 rear shock absorber, Akrapovic racing exhaust system, carbon exhaust protection, carbon heel rests and tank cover/ backpack.


General information

CategorySport
Year2012
ModelAprilia RSV4 Factory

Engine and Transmission Specifications

Exhaust systemSystem 4 into 2 into 1 layout, single oxygen sensor, lateral single silencer with engine control unit-controlled butterfly valve and integrated trivalent catalytic converter (Euro 3)
DrivelinePrimary: Straight cut gears and integrated flexible coupling, drive ratio: 73/44 (1,659) . Final: Chain: Drive ratio: 40/16 (2,5) .
ClutchMulti-disc oil-bath, with mechanical slipper system
Transmission type,final driveChain
Gearbox6-speed
Cooling systemLiquid
Lubrication systemWet sump lubrication system with oil radiator and two oil pumps (lubrication and cooling)
IgnitionMagneti Marelli digital electronic ignition system integrated in engine control system, with one spark plug per cylinder and "stick-coil"-type coils
Fuel controlDOHC
Fuel systemInjection. Airbox with front dynamic air intakes. Variable length intake ducts controlled via ECU. 4 Weber-Marelli 48-mm throttle bodies with 8 injectors and latest generation Ride-by-Wire engine management. Choice of three different engine maps selectable by the ri
Valves per cylinder4
Bore x stroke78.0 x 52.3 mm (3.1 x 2.1 inches)
Compression13.0:1
Torque115.00 Nm (11.7 kgf-m or 84.8 ft.lbs) @ 10000
Power180.00
Engine detailsLongitudinal 65° V-4 cylinder
Engine typeV4, four-stroke
Capacity:999.60 ccm (61.00 cubic inches)
 
 

Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels

WheelsAprilia forged aluminium alloy rims, completely machined, 5 split spokes. Front:3.5X17" Rear: 6X17"
Rear brakes diameter220 mm (8.7 inches)
Rear brakesSingle disc
Front brakes diameter320 mm (12.6 inches)
Front brakesDouble disc
Rear tyre dimensions190/55-17
Front tyre dimensions120/70-17
Rear suspensionTwin sided aluminium swingarm
Front suspensionOhlins Racing upside-down fork, 43-mm stanchions (with Tin surface treatment). Low profile forged aluminium radial caliper mountings. Completely adjustable spring preload and hydraulic compression and rebound damping. Wheel travel: 120 mm
Trail105 mm (4.1 inches)
Rake (fork angle)24.5°
Frame typeTwin-spar adjustable aluminium frame, with castings and pressings.

Physical measures and capacities

Fuel capacity17.00 litres (4.49 gallons)
Wheelbase1,412 mm (55.6 inches)
Ground clearance130 mm (5.1 inches)
Overall width735 mm (28.9 inches)
Overall length2,040 mm (80.3 inches)
Overall height1,120 mm (44.1 inches)
Seat height845 mm (33.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Power/weight ratio1.0056 HP/kg
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc4.0 kg (8.8 pounds)
Dry weight179.0 kg (394.6 pounds)

Other specs

Oil capacity1.00 litres (0.07 quarts)
Wheelbase745 mm (29.3 inches)
Rear tyre15/6-6
Front tyre14/6-6
Bore x Stroke40.0 x 39.2 mm (1.6 x 1.5 inches)
Compression6.8:1
Torque3.32 Nm (0.3 kgf-m or 2.4 ft.lbs) @ 5700 Revolutions">RPM
Capacity:49.30 ccm (3.01 cubic inches)
ModelAeon Minikolt 50
Color optionsRacing black
StarterElectric

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