Aprilia RSV4 FACTORY

Aprilia RSV4 FACTORY is a racing machine that, in line with the Aprilia tradition, follows a completely innovative approach in its design and construction. Its narrow V engine, the use of state-of-the-art electronics,plus its lightness and extreme compactness are only a few of the features that make it unique in the world. Aprilia RSV4 FACTORY is designed and built with the same philosophy adopted by the Aprilia race division. This is why RSV4 FACTORY is the most “complete” Superbike racing replica, ready for those who want to venture onto the track with a class leading motorcycle.

This new technology is brought together in the APRC (Aprilia Performance Ride Control) package, basically the state of the art in dynamic performance control, a multi-patented system that makes Superbike winning technology available to professional racing riders and hobby riders alike. All this comes in an easy to use, intuitive package.

Aprilia RSV4 Factory APRC SE's improvements are not limited to the electronic management system. The 65° V4 engine offers improved lubrication and closer spaced gears for better acceleration. The new, lighter exhaust features an advanced butterfly valve management system to suit the Ride By Wire mapping for improved breathing and efficiency throughout the RPM range.

In addition, the Aprilia RSV4 Factory APRC SE is the first super sport bike sporting the homologated new-generation extra performance dual blend 200/55 tyres developed in collaboration with Pirelli based on the expertise gathered on World Superbike racing circuits.

Aprilia Performance Ride Control, the electronic management package including:
ATC: Aprilia Traction Control automatically adjusts to different types of tyres, with 8 settings conveniently selectable while racing from a joystick on the left handlebar without turning down the throttle;
AWC: Aprilia Wheelie Control with three settings;
ALC: Aprilia Launch Control, for use on the track only, with 3 settings;
AQS: Aprilia Quick Shift, for ultra-fast shifting without closing the throttle or using the clutch.

- Dual display mode for instrument panel display: ROAD and RACE;
- New exhaust is lighter and offers improved performance;
- Optimised gear ratios for the utmost track performance;
- Improved engine lubrication;
- New, exclusive 200/55 dual blend rear tyre.

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Aprilia RSV4 Factory

Aprilia's engine, in fact, uses a Ride-by-Wire multi-map technology, a solution that opens up new frontiers for engine management, with practically infinite possibilities for further development.

Besides the triple map Ride-by-Wire system, a sophisticated electronic injection system with two injectors and adjustable height ducts are fitted.

Aprilia RSV4 Factory, the bike that brings Aprilia back into the Superbike World Championship, is the product of this immense technical know-how. It is a highly technologically advanced SBK motorcycle, conceived for racing and for this purpose designed and developed by Aprilia together with the marque's Race Division, the largest and most advanced of its kind in Europe and one of the most important in the world.


Aprilia RSV4 Factory is a racing machine that, in line with the Aprilia tradition, follows a completely innovative approach in its design and construction. Its narrow V4 engine uses of state-of-the-art electronics, plus its lightness and extreme compactness are only a few of the features that make it unique in the world.

Model: Aprilia RSV4 Factory
Year: 2009
Category: Sport
Rating: 79 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other bikes
Engine and transmission
Displacement: 998.20 ccm (60.91 cubic inches)
Engine type: V4, four-stroke
Power: 180.00 HP (131.4 kW)) @ 12500 RPM
Torque: 115.00 Nm (11.7 kgf-m or 84.8 ft.lbs) @ 10000 RPM
Compression: 12.8:1
Bore x stroke: 78.0 x 52.3 mm (3.1 x 2.1 inches)
Valves per cylinder: 4
Fuel system: Injection. Integrated electronic engine management system. Indirect multipoint electronic injection. 4 throttle bodies, 8 injectors. Airbox.
Fuel control: DOHC
Ignition: Electronic digital ignition integrated in fuel management system.
Lubrication system: Wet sump. Double trochoid pump with oil cooler.
Cooling system: Oil & air
Gearbox: 6-speed
Transmission type,
final drive: Chain
Clutch: Multi-plate clutch in oil bath.
Exhaust system: 4 into 2 into 1. Lambda probe.
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels
Trail: 102 mm (4.0 inches)
Front suspension: 43 mm Ohlins titanium nitride coated upside-down fork. External adjustment system for rebound, compression and preload. Shortened fork bottoms with radial caliper fittings.
Rear suspension: Double arch aluminium swingarm. Öhlins monoshock with piggy-back cylinder. Adjustments for compression, rebound, spring preload and length.
Front tyre dimensions: 120/70-ZR17
Rear tyre dimensions: 190/55-ZR17
Front brakes: Double disc. Bremo
Front brakes diameter: 320 mm (12.6 inches)
Rear brakes: Single disc. Bremo
Rear brakes diameter: 220 mm (8.7 inches)

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