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2015Aprilia Caponord 1200 Rally

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The 2015 Aprilia Caponord 1200 Rally suits adventure riders seeking a capable middleweight tourer with genuine off-road credentials. Known for its nimble handling, Continental ABS, and comfortable seating position, this Italian machine excels on mixed terrain combining road touring with light trail exploration. Its manageable seat height and balanced weight distribution make it accessible to riders of varying experience levels.

Capacity: 1197.0 ccm
Engine: V-Twin, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Dry weight: Not on record
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Seat height: 840 mm
Power: 125.0 HP (91.2 kW) @ 8000 RPM

⇄ Compare with another bike ＋ Add to garage All model years ⚠ Recalls listed (2)

Other years 2015 2016 2017 2018

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail60%

Cornering75%

City riding55%

Daily riding75%

Touring92%

Two-up85%

Track40%

Best for: Built for long-distance touring and mixed-terrain adventure travel, blending sport-touring performance with light off-road capability.
Built for: A confident, torquey V-twin with electronically adjustable suspension delivers a refined balance of comfort, stability, and sporty engagement.
Not ideal for: Not ideal for shorter riders or those seeking a lightweight, nimble city commuter or a dedicated hardcore off-road machine.

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 840mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with balls of both feet on the 2015 Aprilia Caponord 1200 Rally, with a moderate knee angle of around 90 degrees and a slightly forward 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: 1197.0 ccm
Power: 125.0 HP (91.2 kW) @ 8000 RPM
Torque: 114.0 Nm (11.6 kgf-m) @ 6800 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
Ignition: Magneti Marelli 7SM twin spark electronic ignition integrated with injection system
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

Wheelbase: 1565 mm
Overall length: 2248 mm
Overall width: 925 mm
Overall height: 1205 mm
Seat height: 840 mm
Fuel capacity: 24.00 litres
Reserve fuel capacity: 5.00 litres
Dry weight: Not on record - add it
Ground clearance: Not on record - add it

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.
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-R19
Rear tyre: 190/55-R17

Other

Color options: Yellow, green, gray
Comments: Two channel Continental ABS.

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	2015	2016	2017	2018
Capacity	1197 cc	1197 cc	1197 cc	1197 cc
Seat height	840 mm	840 mm	840 mm	840 mm
Fuel capacity	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 apply

SERVICE 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 →