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Aprilia RXV 5.5 - 2012 Specifications and Reviews
The 2012 Aprilia RXV 5.5 is a lightweight enduro motorcycle designed for riders seeking off-road adventure and trail exploration. Known for its manageable seat height and excellent ground clearance, it excels in mixed terrain riding with responsive handling and reliable braking performance. The electric starter and compact dimensions make it approachable for intermediate riders transitioning to adventure riding.
General information | |
| Category | Super motard |
| Year | 2012 |
| Model | Aprilia RXV 5.5 |
Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Emission details | Euro 3 lateral exhaust. Conforms to FIM regulations for 2009. |
| Clutch | Cable operated multi-plate wet clutch. |
| Transmission type,final drive | Chain |
| Gearbox | 5-speed |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Lubrication system | Dry sump with external oil tank. Separate gearbox lubrication. |
| Ignition | Electronic. |
| Fuel control | SOHC |
| Fuel system | Injection. Integrated electronic engine management system controlling ignition and fuel injection, with two power mappings. Throttle body: 40 mm. |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Engine details | 77° V twin. Titanium valves. |
| Engine type | V2, four-stroke |
| Capacity: | 550.00 ccm (33.56 cubic inches) |
Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels | |
| Wheels | Black anodised aluminium alloy. |
| Rear brakes diameter | 240 mm (9.4 inches) |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Stainless steel disc with floating caliper |
| Front brakes diameter | 270 mm (10.6 inches) |
| Front brakes | Single disc. Floating disc in stainless steel with aluminium flange. Nissin floating caliper. |
| Rear tyre dimensions | 140/80-18 |
| Front tyre dimensions | 90/90-21 |
| Rear suspension | Aluminium swingarm with cast body and hydroformed members. Hydraulic monoshock with compression and rebound adjustment. |
| Front suspension | 48 mm upside down fork with two adjustments. |
| Rake (fork angle) | 27.0° |
| Frame type | Chrome-molybdenum steel perimeter frame with aluminium alloy vertical members. Lightweight rear frame. |
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Physical measures and capacities | |
| Fuel capacity | 7.80 litres (2.06 gallons) |
| Wheelbase | 1,495 mm (58.9 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 396 mm (15.6 inches) |
| Overall width | 800 mm (31.5 inches) |
| Overall length | 2,220 mm (87.4 inches) |
| Seat height | 918 mm (36.1 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
Other specs | |
| Oil capacity | 1.00 litres (0.07 quarts) |
| Wheelbase | 745 mm (29.3 inches) |
| Overall height | 750 mm (29.5 inches) |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.0417 HP/kg |
| Dry weight | 77.0 kg (169.8 pounds) |
| Rear tyre | 15/6-6 |
| Front tyre | 14/6-6 |
| Driveline | CVT |
| Bore x Stroke | 40.0 x 39.2 mm (1.6 x 1.5 inches) |
| Compression | 6.8:1 |
| Torque | 3.32 Nm (0.3 kgf-m or 2.4 ft.lbs) @ 5700 Revolutions">RPM |
| Power | 3.21 Horsepower">HP (2.3 Kilowatt">kW)) @ 5800 Revolutions">RPM |
| Capacity: | 49.30 ccm (3.01 cubic inches) |
| Model | Aeon Minikolt 50 |
| Color options | Off white |
| Starter | Electric |
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