Sportbikes

2018Aprilia RSV4 Factory

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The 2018 Aprilia RSV4 Factory is Aprilia's top superbike, with a V4 engine and racing electronics. Its liquid-cooled 999.6cc V4 makes 201 hp and 115 Nm through a six-speed gearbox and chain. An 845 mm seat, 204 kg wet weight and 18.5-litre tank make it a track-ready road bike.

Capacity: 999.6 ccm
Engine: V four, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Dry weight: 180.0 kg
Seat height: 845 mm
Power: 201.0 HP (147.8 kW)

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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail5%

Cornering97%

City riding25%

Daily riding25%

Touring20%

Two-up15%

Track98%

Best for: Built as a homologation-grade superbike, it exists primarily for track days, canyon carving, and outright speed rather than everyday transport.
Built for: It suits riders who crave razor-sharp handling, top-tier electronics, and race-derived performance above all else.
Not ideal for: It is not suited for commuters, touring riders, or anyone seeking comfort, storage, or a relaxed upright seating position.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

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Units

At 845mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with balls of both feet on the 2018 Aprilia RSV4 Factory, with a cramped knee angle of around 75 degrees and a forward-leaning riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 999.6 ccm
Power: 201.0 HP (147.8 kW)
Torque: 115.0 Nm (11.7 kgf-m) @ 10500 RPM
Engine type: V four, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 1.1167 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke: 78.0 x 52.3 mm
Compression: 13.6:1
Cooling system: Liquid
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Ignition: Magneti Marelli digital electronic ignition system integrated in engine control system, with one spark plug per cylinder and "stick-coil"-type coils
Valves per cylinder: 4
Lubrication system: Wet sump lubrication system with oil radiator and two oil pumps (lubrication and cooling)

Transmission

Gearbox: 6-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Chain
Clutch: Multi-plate wet clutch with mechanical slip system

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1412 mm
Overall length: 2040 mm
Overall width: 735 mm
Overall height: 1120 mm
Seat height: 845 mm
Dry weight: 180.0 kg
Wet weight: 204.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 18.50 litres
Ground clearance: 130 mm

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Twin-spar adjustable aluminium frame, with castings and pressings.
Front suspension: Ohlins Racing upside-down fork, 43-mm stanchions (with Tin surface treatment). Low profile forged aluminium radial caliper mountings. Completely adjustable spring preload and hydraulic compression and rebound damping. Wheel travel: 120 mm
Rear suspension: Twin sided aluminium swingarm
Front wheel travel: 120 mm
Rear wheel travel: 130 mm
Rake (fork angle): 24.5°
Trail: 105 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: 190/55-17

Other

Color options: Racing black

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	2009	2013	2018	2022	2026
Capacity	998 cc	1000 cc	1000 cc	1099 cc	1099 cc
Dry weight	179 kg	179 kg	180 kg	177 kg	177 kg
Seat height	845 mm	845 mm	845 mm	840 mm	840 mm
Fuel capacity	17 L	17 L	18.5 L	18.5 L	18 L