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Aprilia Caponord 1200 Rally - 2015 Specifications and Reviews

The 2015 Aprilia Caponord 1200 Rally suits adventure riders seeking a capable middleweight tourer with genuine off-road credentials. Known for its nimble handling, Continental ABS, and comfortable seating position, this Italian machine excels on mixed terrain combining road touring with light trail exploration. Its manageable seat height and balanced weight distribution make it accessible to riders of varying experience levels.

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About the Aprilia Caponord 1200 Rally

Powered by a liquid cooled 1,197.00cc V-Twin engine, producing 123.4bhp.

Building on the 2013 Caponord, with a larger 19" front wheel, dual 33 litre Aluminium coated panniers, electronically adjustable suspension, some engine tweaks, LED fog lights and a engine guard/belly pan resulting in a more off road focused bike.

The electronic suspension can be set to automatically adapt to bike weight/pillion, along with dynamically reading the road/riding style and adjust accordingly.

Sport mode gives you the most aggressive throttle response with Touring mode toning it down a bit for everyday riding and Rain mode limits power down to 100bhp. You can change the height of the silencer to look a bit more sporty when the panniers are removed. 

Optional extras include a Arrow Titanium and Carbon silencer, 52 litre top box, comfort seat, low seat, off-road pegs, bigger side stand base, LED indicators,  a centre stand and heated grips.

General information

CategorySport touring
Year2015
ModelAprilia Caponord 1200 Rally

Engine and Transmission Specifications

Exhaust system100% stainless steel 2-in-1 exhaust system with dual catalytic converters and double oxygen sensor
ClutchMultiplate wet clutch, hydraulically operated
Transmission type,final driveChain
Gearbox6-speed
Cooling systemLiquid
Lubrication systemWet sump
Fuel controlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
Fuel systemInjection. Integrated engine management system. Injection system with triple map Ride by Wire throttle management: Sport (S), Touring (T), Rain (R)
Valves per cylinder4
Bore x Stroke106.0 x 67.8 mm (4.2 x 2.7 inches)
Compression12.0:1
Torque114.00 Nm (11.6 kgf-m or 84.1 ft.lbs) @ 6800 Revolutions">RPM
Power125.00 Horsepower">HP (91.2 Kilowatt">kW)) @ 8000 Revolutions">RPM
Engine detailsLongitudinal 90° V-twin
Engine typeV2, four-stroke
Capacity:1197.00 ccm (73.04 cubic inches)
 
 

Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels

Rear brakes diameter240 mm (9.4 inches)
Rear brakesSingle disc. ABS
Front brakes diameter320 mm (12.6 inches)
Front brakesDouble disc. ABS
Rear tyre190/55-R17
Front tyre120/70-R19
Rear SuspensionAluminium alloy swingarm Sachs hydraulic shock absorber with adjustable rebound and preload.
Front SuspensionSachs upside-down front fork with fully adjustable compression and rebound damping and spring preload. Wheel travel 167 mm.
Trail125 mm (4.9 inches)
Rake (fork angle)27.0°
Frame typeModular tubular steel frame fastened to aluminium side plates by high strength bolts. Removable steel rear subframe.

Physical measures and capacities

Reserve fuel capacity5.00 litres (1.32 gallons)
Fuel capacity24.00 litres (6.34 gallons)
Wheelbase1,565 mm (61.6 inches)
Overall width925 mm (36.4 inches)
Overall length2,248 mm (88.5 inches)
Overall height1,205 mm (47.4 inches)
Seat height840 mm (33.1 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
 
 

Other specs

CommentsTwo channel Continental ABS.
Factory warranty2-year unlimited-mileage warranty
StarterElectric
Color optionsYellow, green, gray

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⚠ Safety Recalls (2)

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER Sep 2016 · 16V691000

Piaggio Group Americas, Inc. (Piaggio) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Aprilia Tuono V4 1000, 2016 Tuono V4 1100, 2015 Caponord 1200 ABS/ADD, and 2016 Caponord Rally motorcycles manufactured June 18, 2013, to June 13, 2016. The affected motorcycles have a front brake master cylinder that may allow air into the hydraulic circuit, causing a longer than expected braking distance.

Risk: If an abnormal distance is required to stop the motorcycle, there is an increased risk of a crash.

Remedy: Aprilia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front brake master cylinder pushrod and boot assembly, free of charge. The recall began October 04, 2016. Owners may contact Aprilia customer service at 1-866-705-1727.

POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION Jan 2015 · 15V007000

Piaggio Group Americas, Inc. (Piaggio) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Aprilia Shiver 750 motorcycles manufactured February 10, 2014, to October 28, 2014 and 2015 Aprilia Caponord 1200 motorcycles manufactured November 14, 2013, to October 16, 2014. Due to improper machining of the output gear shaft face, the fastening screw on the sprocket may loosen and the rear wheel may lock up.

Risk: A rear wheel lock up increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Piaggio will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the output shaft, replacing any that are found to be defective, free of charge. The recall began on January 28, 2015. Owners may contact Piaggio customer service at 1-212-380-4433.

Source: NHTSA. View all Aprilia recalls →