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Aprilia RSV 1000 R - 2008 Specifications and Reviews

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Intresting Fact:
The 2007 RSVR is seen briefly in the 2007 Transformers movie
Replacement for the: Aprilia RSV Mille

About the Aprilia RSV 1000 R

The second generation RSVR is essentially an evolution of the previous base model (2003 Aprilia RSV Mille 1000) as opposed to the 2003 RSV Mille 1000 R .

The previous generation higher spec RSV Mille R evolved into the new range topping RSVR Factory.

Enhancements to the 2003 Aprilia RSV Mille include a revised frame and engine, smaller fuel tank, lower seat and dual end exhausts. Visually the biggest change is the large air intake on the nose. The new chassis and sub-frame design helps to increase mass centralisation.

Timeline:

The 2006 Aprilia RSV bought over some of the shiny Factory bits. These include Ohlins forks and lightweight wheels however they are not forged like the factory model. Power is also up to 143bhp with improved engine mapping and bigger air intake.

Special editions:

2004: Aprilia RSV Nera, (200 units), black with gold frame and red wheels. Bosting a host of exotic materials, the fairings are carbon and many of the screws/bolts are Titanium, wheels are forged Magnesium and the exhaust is made from Titanium. Very rare, Very desirable and Very expensive!

2007: Pista, This included a Titanium racing exhaust adding +10bhp mid-range and 8kg shaved off the weight.

2008: 10th Anniversary, purple/red/silver paint with a purple front wheel and a red back wheel.

General information

CategorySport
Year2008
ModelAprilia RSV 1000 R

Engine and Transmission Specifications

Exhaust systemDouble silencer with three way catalytic converter and lambda probe oxygen sensor (Euro 3).
ClutchMulti-plate clutch in oil bath with patented PPC power-assisted hydraulic control.
Transmission type,final driveChain
Gearbox6-speed
Cooling systemOil & air
Lubrication systemDry sump with separate oil tank.
IgnitionDigital electronic ignition, with one spark plug per cylinder, integrated with fuel injection system.
Fuel controlDOHC
Fuel systemInjection. Integrated electronic engine management system. Indirect multipoint electronic injection. 57 mm throttle bodies.
Valves per cylinder4
Bore x stroke97.0 x 67.5 mm (3.8 x 2.7 inches)
Compression11.8:1
Torque57.00 Nm (5.8 kgf-m or 42.0 ft.lbs) @ 8000
Power141.12
Engine typeV2, four-stroke
Capacity:997.62 ccm (60.87 cubic inches)

Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels

Rear brakes diameter220 mm (8.7 inches)
Rear brakesSingle disc
Front brakes diameter320 mm (12.6 inches)
Front brakesDouble disc
Rear tyre dimensions190/50-17
Front tyre dimensions120/70-17.
Rear suspensionAluminium alloy double arched member swingarm. Aprilia Progressive System (APS) linkages.
Front suspension43 mm Öhlins titanium nitride (TiN) coated upside-down fork. Adjustable in compression, rebound and preload. 120 mm wheel travel. Shortened fork bottoms with radial caliper fittings.
Trail102 mm (4.0 inches)
Frame typeBox section sloping twin-spar frame in aluminium alloy.
 
 

Physical measures and capacities

Wheelbase1,418 mm (55.8 inches)
Overall width730 mm (28.7 inches)
Overall length2,035 mm (80.1 inches)
Overall height1,130 mm (44.5 inches)
Seat height810 mm (31.9 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Power/weight ratio0.7467 HP/kg
Dry weight189.0 kg (416.7 pounds)

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