Sportbikes
2009Aprilia RSV 1000R
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The 2009 Aprilia RSV 1000 R is a premium sport bike designed for experienced riders seeking sharp handling and aggressive performance. Its 983cc V2 engine delivers 141 hp and 101 Nm of torque with sophisticated fuel injection and dry-sump lubrication, earning recognition as one of the most refined Italian superbikes of its era.
- Capacity
- 983.3 ccm
- Engine
- V-Twin, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Dry weight
- 189.0 kg
- Seat height
- 810 mm
- Power
- 141.1 HP (103.8 kW) @ 10000 RPM
What’s new for the 2009 Aprilia RSV 1000R
vs the 2008| Spec | 2008 | 2009 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine capacity | 997.6 ccm (60.88 cubic inches) | 983.3 ccm (60.00 cubic inches) |
| Power | 143.0 HP (105.2 kW) @ 10000 RPM | 141.1 HP (103.8 kW) @ 10000 RPM |
| Front suspension | 43 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. | 43 mm Ohlins titanium nitride (TiN) coated upside-down fork. Adjustable in compression, rebound and preload. 120 mm wheel travel. Shortened fork bottoms with radial caliper fittings. |
| Rear suspension | Aluminium alloy double arched member swingarm. Aprilia Progressive System (APS) linkages. | Aluminium alloy double arched member swingarm. Aprilia Progressive System (APS) linkages. Sachs monoshock with adjustable compression, rebound, preload and length. 133 mm wheel travel. |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built primarily for spirited canyon carving and track-day performance, with razor-sharp handling taking clear priority over practicality.
- Built for
- A raw, mechanical, and characterful V-twin superbike that rewards precise inputs with sharp cornering response and a distinctive throaty exhaust note.
- Not ideal for
- This is not the right choice for new riders, commuters seeking comfort, or anyone planning long-distance touring or two-up trips.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Will it fit you?
Worked out in your browser - nothing is sent to usReliability & safety
Bike Reliability score, safety recalls and owner complaintsBike Reliability
How the score works →65
out of 100Good
The Aprilia RSV 1000R passed its annual roadworthiness test first time 86.5% of the time, 4.0 points above expected for bikes of the same age and mileage. That beats 65% of models.
This covers every year of the model.
86.5%Passed first time
7.7%Failed outright
5.8%Fixed during test
10,000Typical miles
10,445Tests
Pass rate by miles ridden
All years of this model.
Score by year first registered
65
66
61
65
70
20032004200520062007
Against its rivals · ranks 3 of 6
| # | Model (all years) | Score | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Honda CBR1000RR Fireblade | 82 Excellent | 728 |
| 2 | Honda CBR1000RR | 73 Good | 122,395 |
| 3 | Aprilia RSV 1000R | 65 Good | 10,445 |
| 4 | Yamaha YZF-R1 | 61 Good | 206,988 |
| 5 | Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R | 61 Good | 19,887 |
| 6 | Suzuki GSX-R1000 | 60 Good | 138,388 |
Rivals are the most-viewed bikes on MotorcycleDB in the same category and engine size, from within three years of this model.
From British annual roadworthiness tests, 2005-2025. Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0 (DVSA MOT test data, Great Britain). How Bike Reliability works.
Engine
- Capacity
- 983.3 ccm
- Power
- 141.1 HP (103.8 kW) @ 10000 RPM
- Torque
- 101.0 Nm (10.3 kgf-m) @ 8000 RPM
- Engine type
- V-Twin, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.7466 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 97.0 x 67.5 mm
- Compression
- 11.8:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- Digital electronic ignition, with one spark plug per cylinder, integrated with fuel injection system.
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
- Lubrication system
- Dry sump with separate oil tank. Double trochoid pump with oil cooler. Steel oil tank.
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
- Clutch
- Multi-plate wet clutch with mechanical slip system
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1418 mm
- Overall length
- 2035 mm
- Overall width
- 730 mm
- Overall height
- 1130 mm
- Seat height
- 810 mm
- Dry weight
- 189.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 18.00 litres
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Box section sloping twin-spar frame in aluminium alloy.
- Front suspension
- 43 mm Ohlins titanium nitride (TiN) coated upside-down fork. Adjustable in compression, rebound and preload. 120 mm wheel travel. Shortened fork bottoms with radial caliper fittings.
- Rear suspension
- Aluminium alloy double arched member swingarm. Aprilia Progressive System (APS) linkages. Sachs monoshock with adjustable compression, rebound, preload and length. 133 mm wheel travel.
- Front wheel travel
- 120 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 133 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 25.0°
- Trail
- 102 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Double disc
- Front brakes diameter
- 320 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Rear brakes diameter
- 220 mm
- Front tyre
- 120/70-17.
- Rear tyre
- 190/50-17
Maintenance
- Battery
- Yuasa: YTX12-BS (12 V 10 Ah)
Other
- Color options
- Black, blue
Specs last verified against published sources: .
Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
What changed, year to year
Differences highlighted| Specification | 2004 | 2005 | 2007 | 2008 | 2009 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 998 cc | 998 cc | 998 cc | 998 cc | 983 cc |
| Dry weight | 185 kg | 189 kg | 189 kg | 189 kg | 189 kg |
| Seat height | 810 mm | 810 mm | 810 mm | 810 mm | 810 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 18 L | 18 L | 18 L | 18 L | 18 L |
| Bike Reliability ⓘ | 66 Good | 61 Good | 70 Good | Too few tests | Too few tests |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
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Common questions
What is the engine size of the Aprilia RSV 1000R?
The 2009 Aprilia RSV 1000R has a Capacity of 983.3 ccm (60.00 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Aprilia RSV 1000R have?
The 2009 Aprilia RSV 1000R has a Power of 141.1 HP (103.8 kW) @ 10000 RPM.
How many gears does the Aprilia RSV 1000R have?
The 2009 Aprilia RSV 1000R has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the Aprilia RSV 1000R?
The 2009 Aprilia RSV 1000R has a Torque of 101.0 Nm (10.3 kgf-m or 74.5 ft.lbs) @ 8000 RPM.
How much does the Aprilia RSV 1000R weigh?
The 2009 Aprilia RSV 1000R has a Dry weight of 189.0 kg (416.7 pounds).
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