Adventure Motorcycles
2015Aprilia Caponord 1200
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The 2015 Aprilia Caponord 1200 is a middleweight adventure tourer designed for riders seeking practical long-distance touring capability with nimble handling. Known for its refined 1200cc V-twin engine, comfortable ergonomics, and comprehensive ABS braking system, it excels at covering highway miles while remaining manageable in everyday riding. The bike's balanced dimensions and moderate seat height make it accessible to varied rider sizes.
- Capacity
- 1197.0 ccm
- Engine
- V-Twin, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Dry weight
- Not on record
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- 840 mm
- Power
- 125.0 HP (91.2 kW) @ 8250 RPM
What’s new for the 2015 Aprilia Caponord 1200
vs the 2014| Spec | 2014 | 2015 |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 128.0 HP (94.1 kW) | 125.0 HP (91.2 kW) @ 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 116.0 Nm (11.8 kgf-m or 85.6 ft.lbs) @ 6500 RPM | 114.0 Nm (11.6 kgf-m or 84.1 ft.lbs) @ 6500 RPM |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built for covering long distances rapidly and comfortably, blending V-twin performance with genuine touring practicality.
- Built for
- A muscular, torquey V-twin sport tourer that rewards confident throttle use with strong midrange punch and stable high-speed cruising.
- Not ideal for
- Not ideal for new riders seeking a light, forgiving first bike or for anyone planning serious off-road adventure riding.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Will it fit you?
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Worked out in your browser - nothing is sent to usBased on the published US (EPA-style) fuel economy estimate and tank size. Real-world figures depend on how and where you ride, and the last litres of a tank are reserve. Prices shown greyed are examples - type your own.
Engine
- Capacity
- 1197.0 ccm
- Power
- 125.0 HP (91.2 kW) @ 8250 RPM
- CO2 Emissions
- 147 CO2 g/km
- EPA Certificate No.
- FPVMC1.19VKC-001
- EPA Est. Fuel Consumption
- 6.28 L/100km (37.5 US mpg)
- EPA CO Emissions
- 5.9 CO g/km
- Torque
- 114.0 Nm (11.6 kgf-m) @ 6500 RPM
- Engine type
- V-Twin, four-stroke
- Bore x stroke
- 106.0 x 67.8 mm
- Compression
- 12.0:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Aspiration
- Naturally aspirated
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
- Lubrication system
- Wet sump
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
- Clutch
- Multiplate wet clutch, hydraulically operated
Dimensions & weight
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Modular tubular steel frame fastened to aluminium side plates by high strength bolts. Removable steel rear subframe.
- Front suspension
- Sachs upside-down front fork with fully adjustable compression and rebound damping and spring preload. Wheel travel 167 mm.
- Rear suspension
- Aluminium alloy swingarm Sachs hydraulic shock absorber with adjustable rebound and preload.
- Front wheel travel
- 167 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 150 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 27.0°
- Trail
- 125 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Double disc. ABS
- Front brakes diameter
- 320 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. ABS
- Rear brakes diameter
- 240 mm
- ABS
- Yes
- Front tyre
- 120/70-17
- Rear tyre
- 190/55-17
Other
- Color options
- White, red
- Comments
- Two channel Continental ABS with Aprilia Traction Control.
- Fuel Tank Material
- Plastic
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 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 1197 cc | 1197 cc | 1197 cc | 1197 cc | 1197 cc |
| Seat height | 840 mm | 840 mm | 840 mm | 840 mm | 840 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 24 L | 24 L | 24 L | 24 L | 24 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
Safety Recalls
⚠ 2 recalls may applySERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDERSep 2016 · 16V691000
Piaggio Group Americas, Inc. (Piaggio) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Aprilia Tuono V4 1000, 2016 Tuono V4 1100, 2015 Caponord 1200 ABS/ADD, and 2016 Caponord Rally motorcycles manufactured June 18, 2013, to June 13, 2016. The affected motorcycles have a front brake master cylinder that may allow air into the hydraulic circuit, causing a longer than expected braking distance.
Risk: If an abnormal distance is required to stop the motorcycle, there is an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy: Aprilia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front brake master cylinder pushrod and boot assembly, free of charge. The recall began October 04, 2016. Owners may contact Aprilia customer service at 1-866-705-1727.
POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSIONJan 2015 · 15V007000
Piaggio Group Americas, Inc. (Piaggio) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Aprilia Shiver 750 motorcycles manufactured February 10, 2014, to October 28, 2014 and 2015 Aprilia Caponord 1200 motorcycles manufactured November 14, 2013, to October 16, 2014. Due to improper machining of the output gear shaft face, the fastening screw on the sprocket may loosen and the rear wheel may lock up.
Risk: A rear wheel lock up increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Piaggio will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the output shaft, replacing any that are found to be defective, free of charge. The recall began on January 28, 2015. Owners may contact Piaggio customer service at 1-212-380-4433.
These recalls cover some 2015 bikes of this model. Whether one applies to a specific bike, and whether the repair has already been done, depends on its VIN — check your VIN with NHTSA or ask a dealer.
Source: NHTSA. View all Aprilia recalls →
Rider Reviews
Common questions
What is the engine size of the Aprilia Caponord 1200?
The 2015 Aprilia Caponord 1200 has a Capacity of 1197.0 ccm (73.05 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Aprilia Caponord 1200 have?
The 2015 Aprilia Caponord 1200 has a Power of 125.0 HP (91.2 kW) @ 8250 RPM.
How many gears does the Aprilia Caponord 1200 have?
The 2015 Aprilia Caponord 1200 has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the Aprilia Caponord 1200?
The 2015 Aprilia Caponord 1200 has a Torque of 114.0 Nm (11.6 kgf-m or 84.1 ft.lbs) @ 6500 RPM.
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