Aprilia Dorsoduro 1200 - 2013 Specifications and Reviews
General information | |
| Category | Super motard |
| Model | Aprilia Dorsoduro 1200 |
| Year | 2013 |
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Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Exhaust system | 100% stainless steel 2-into-2 exhaust system with dual catalytic converters and oxygen sensor. |
| Driveline | Primary drive: Straight cut gears, drive ratio: 40/69. Final drive: Chain. Drive ratio: 16/40. |
| Clutch | Hydraulically operated multi-plate wet clutch. |
| Transmission type,final drive | Chain |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Lubrication system | Wet sump. |
| Ignition | Digital electronic, integrated in the fuel injection system. |
| Fuel control | DOHC |
| Fuel system | Injection. Integrated engine management system. Injection system with triple map Ride by Wire throttle management: Sport (S), Touring (T), Rain (R) |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Bore x stroke | 106.0 x 67.8 mm (4.2 x 2.7 inches) |
| Compression | 12.0:1 |
| Torque | 115.00 Nm (11.7 kgf-m or 84.8 ft.lbs) @ 7500 |
| Power | 128.74 |
| Engine details | Longitudinal 90° V-twin |
| Engine type | V2, four-stroke |
| Capacity: | 1197.00 ccm (73.04 cubic inches) |
Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels | |
| Wheels | Aluminium alloy. Front: 3.50 X 17" Rear: 6.00 x 17" |
| Rear brakes diameter | 240 mm (9.4 inches) |
| Rear brakes | Single disc |
| Front brakes diameter | 320 mm (12.6 inches) |
| Front brakes | Double disc. Brembo four-piston radial callipers. Metal braided brake hose. |
| Rear tyre dimensions | 180/55-ZR17 |
| Front tyre dimensions | 120/70-ZR17 |
| Rear suspension travel | 155 mm (6.1 inches) |
| Rear suspension | Aluminium alloy swingarm Piggy-back design Sachs hydraulic shock absorber with fully adjustable compression and rebound damping and spring preload. Wheel travel 155 mm. |
| Front suspension travel | 160 mm (6.3 inches) |
| Front suspension | Sachs upside-down front fork with fully adjustable compression and rebound damping and spring preload. Wheel travel 160 mm. |
| Trail | 118 mm (4.6 inches) |
| Rake (fork angle) | 27.3° |
| Frame type | Modular tubular steel frame fastened to aluminium side plates by high strength bolts. Removable rear aluminium subframe |
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Physical measures and capacities | |
| Reserve fuel capacity | 3.50 litres (0.92 gallons) |
| Fuel capacity | 15.00 litres (3.96 gallons) |
| Wheelbase | 1,528 mm (60.2 inches) |
| Overall length | 2,248 mm (88.5 inches) |
| Seat height | 870 mm (34.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
Other specs | |
| Maintenance | Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay |
| Color options | Black, white |
| Starter | Electric |
Performance Profile & Rider Fit
130 hp
Peak Power
3.2s
0-60 mph
Best For
Track65%
City60%
Cornering92%
Daily Riding55%
Touring42%
Passenger35%
Rider Profile
| Best For | This is a demanding, high-performance machine best suited to experienced riders comfortable with strong power delivery and aggressive handling. |
| Purpose | It's built as a supermoto-styled hooligan machine that thrives on tight, twisty roads and spirited canyon carving rather than long-distance touring. |
| Rider Fit | The tall 870mm seat height and top-heavy V-twin character demand decent rider height, strength, and confidence at low speeds. |
| Character | Aggressive, torquey, and razor-sharp in its steering response, it rewards an assertive riding style with huge grins on backroads. |
| Not Ideal For | It's not the right choice for new riders, pillion-heavy trips, off-road excursions, or anyone prioritizing plush comfort over sharp handling. |
Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.
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