2003Aprilia SL 1000 Falco

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The 2003 Aprilia SL 1000 Falco is an Italian half-faired sport bike powered by Aprilia's 60-degree V-twin. Its liquid-cooled 997.6cc V-twin makes 118 hp and 95.6 Nm through a six-speed gearbox and chain. An 815 mm seat, 190 kg dry weight and 21-litre tank make it a fast, comfortable road bike.

Capacity: 997.6 ccm
Engine: V-Twin
Gearbox: 6-speed
Dry weight: 190.0 kg
Seat height: 815 mm
Power: 118.0 HP (86.8 kW)

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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail10%

Cornering88%

City riding55%

Daily riding55%

Touring55%

Two-up50%

Track70%

Best for: It's built primarily as a sport-touring machine that rewards spirited backroad riding while still offering some long-distance usability.
Built for: The Falco delivers a characterful, torquey V-twin growl with agile handling, blending sportbike thrills with a slightly more relaxed, usable edge.
Not ideal for: This isn't the right bike for off-road adventures, complete beginners, or riders seeking a plush, upright touring experience.

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 815mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2003 Aprilia SL 1000 Falco, with a relaxed knee angle of around 125 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: 997.6 ccm
Power: 118.0 HP (86.8 kW)
Torque: 95.6 Nm (9.7 kgf-m)
Engine type: V-Twin
Power/weight ratio: 0.6211 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke: 97.0 x 67.5 mm
Compression: 10.8:1
Cooling system: Liquid
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Ignition: Digital electronic ignition with TSI (Twin Spark Ignition) with two spark plugs per cylinder. Ignition timing integrated in the injection control system. DIAC (Dynamic Ignition Advance Control) electronically controlled ignition timing.
Valves per cylinder: 4
Lubrication system: Dry sump with separate oil reservoir. Circuit capacity 4 litres.

Transmission

Gearbox: 6-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Chain
Clutch: Multi-plate in oil bath, hydraulically operated.

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1415 mm
Overall length: 2055 mm
Overall width: 736 mm
Overall height: 1210 mm
Seat height: 815 mm
Dry weight: 190.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 21.00 litres
Reserve fuel capacity: 4.00 litres
Front percentage of weight: 49

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Sloping parallel Double Twin Beam frame in aluminium-magnesium alloy.
Front suspension: Showa 43 mm upside-down fork
Rear suspension: Aluminium alloy swing-arm
Front wheel travel: 120 mm
Rear wheel travel: 130 mm
Rake (fork angle): 24.5°
Trail: 100 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Dual disc
Front brakes diameter: 320 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc
Rear brakes diameter: 220 mm
Front tyre: 120/70-ZR17
Rear tyre: 180/55-ZR17

Other

Color options: Silver, Yellow, Blue

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	2001	2002	2003	2004	2005
Capacity	998 cc	998 cc	998 cc	998 cc	998 cc
Dry weight	190 kg	190 kg	190 kg	185 kg	189 kg
Seat height	815 mm	815 mm	815 mm	815 mm	815 mm
Fuel capacity	21 L	21 L	21 L	21 L	—