Aprilia RSV 4R APRC (2015)

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The Aprilia RSV-4 APRC motorcycle for the 2015 model year features a four-stroke longitudinal 65-degree V four engine with a DOHC and four valves per cylinder, a capacity of 999.6cc, and a compression ratio of 13.0:1. The induction system boasts an airbox with front dynamic air intakes, variable length intake ducts controlled via ECU, and four Weber-Marelli 48-mm throttle bodies with eight injectors and the latest generation Ride-by-Wire engine management. The bike offers three different engine maps (T, S, and R) selectable by the rider with bike in motion. The ignition system is digital electronic, and starting is electric. The motorcycle’s 4 into 2 into 1 layout exhaust features a single oxygen sensor, lateral single silencer with engine control unit-controlled butterfly valve, and integrated trivalent catalytic converter. The bike has a wet sump and a cassette type clutch with a six-speed transmission and a chain final drive. The RSV-4 APRC motorcycle’s APRC System (Aprilia Performance Ride Control) includes Traction Control, Wheelie Control, and Launch Control, all of which can be configured and deactivated independently. The twin-spar adjustable aluminum frame is equipped with an adjustable steering damper and ~Ahlins Racing upside-down front fork and a ~Ahlins Racing monoshock rear suspension. The bike’s front brakes consist of two ~A320 mm diameter floating stainless steel discs with lightweight stainless steel rotor and aluminum flange with six pins, while the rear brake features a single ~A220 mm diameter disc with a Brembo floating caliper. The Aprilia RSV-4 APRC has a dry weight of 182 kg and a fuel capacity of 17 liters, with a top speed of 291.2 km/h.

Technical specifications:

Make Model: Aprilia RSV-4 APRC

Year: 2015


Engine: Four stroke, longitudinal 65 degrees V four , DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
Capacity: 999.6 cc / 61.0 cu-in
Bore x Stroke: 78 x 52.3 mm
Cooling System: Liquid cooled
Compression Ratio: 13.0:1
Induction: Airbox with front dynamic air intakes. Variable length intake ducts controlled via ECU. 4 Weber-Marelli 48-mm throttle bodies with 8 injectors and latest generation Ride-by-Wire engine management. Choice of three different engine maps selectable by the rider with bike in motion: T (Track), S (Sport), R (Road) Magneti Marelli digital electronic ignition system integrated in engine control system, with one spark plug per cylinder and “stick-coil”-type coils
Ignition: Electronic digital ignition integrated in the fuel management system.
Starting: Electric
Exhaust: 4 into 2 into 1 layout, single oxygen sensor, lateral single silencer with engine control unit-controlled butterfly valve and integrated trivalent catalytic converter (Euro 3) Flywheel mounted 420W alternator with rare earth magnets
Lubrication: Wet sump. Two pumps (lubrication and cooling). Oil cooler.
Max Power: 132 kW / 180 hp @ 12500 rpm
Max Torque: 115 Nm / 11.7 kgf-m / 84.8 lb-ft @ 10000 rpm
Clutch: Cassette type
Transmission: 6 Speed
Final Drive: Chain

Gear Ratio: 1st: 39:15 (2.6) / 2nd: 33:16 (2,063) / 3rd: 34:20 (1.7) / 4th: 32:22 (1,455) / 5th: 34:26 (1,308) / 6th: 33:27 (1,222)
Primary drive: Straight cut gears and integrated flexible coupling, drive ratio: 73:44 (1,659) Secondary drive Chain: Drive ratio: 42:16 (2.625) Traction management APRC System (Aprilia Performance Ride Control), which includes Traction Control (ATC), Wheelie Control (AWC), Launch Control (ALC), all of which can be configured and deactivated independently.
Frame: Twin-spar adjustable aluminium frame, with castings and pressings. Adjustments: c headstock position and rake c engine height c swingarm pin height, ~Ahlins adjustable steering dumper
Front Suspension: ~Ahlins Racing upside-down fork, 43-mm stanchions (with Tin surface treatment). Low profile forged aluminium radial
Front Wheel Travel: 120 mm / 4.7 in
Rear Suspension: Twin sided aluminium swingarm; mixed low thickness and sheet casting technology.~Ahlins Racing monoshock with piggyback with completely adjustable: spring preload, wheelbase and hydraulic compression and rebound damping. APS progressive linkages.
Rear Wheel Travel: 130 mm / 5.1 in
Front Brakes: 2 x ~A320 mm diameter floating stainless steel disc with lightweight stainless steel rotor and aluminium flange with 6 pins. Brembo monobloc radial calipers with 4 x ~A34 mm opposite. Sintered pads. Radial pump and metal braided brake hose
Rear Brakes: Single ~A220 mm diameter disc, Brembo floating caliper with two ~A32 mm isolated pistons. Pump with integrated tank and metal braided hose
Front Tyre: 120/70 ZR17
Rear Tyre: 200/55 ZR 17 (alternative: 190/50 ZR 17; 190/55 ZR17)
Steering Angle: 24.5 degrees
Trail: 105 mm / 4.1 in
Dimensions: Length: 2040 mm / 80.3 in Width: 735 mm / 28.9 in (at the handlebar) Height: 1120 mm / 44.0 in
Ground Clearance: 130 mm / 5.1 in
Seat Height: 845 mm / 33.2 in
Dry Weight: 182 kg / 401 lbs
Fuel Capacity: 17 Liters / 4.4 US gal
Fuel Reserve: 4 Liters / 1.1 US gal
Standing 1/4 Mile: 10.5 sec

Top Speed: 291.2 km/h / 180.9 mph

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