2022 Aprilia RSV4 Factory
2022 Aprilia RSV4 Factory Performance & Handling Ratings
2022 Aprilia RSV4 Factory Tire Size, Oil & Service Capacities
APRC (Aprilia Performance Ride Control) system including traction control (ATC), wheelie control (AWC), launch control (ALC), quick shift (AQS), cruise control (ACC), pit limiter (APL), cornering ABS, all independently settable and de-selectable. Ride By Wire with 3 engine mappings (Sport, Race, Track)
2022 Aprilia Rsv4 Factory 2022 2022 Aprilia RSV4 Factory Pros, Cons, Recalls & Verdict
- State-of-the-art Öhlins Smart EC 2.0 semi-active electronic suspension adapts instantaneously to riding style and road surface
- Ultra-lightweight forged aluminum alloy wheels significantly reduce unsprung rotational mass and quicken turn-in
- Brembo Stylema front brake calipers deliver ferocious, fade-free braking power and benchmark lever feel
- Mighty 1,099cc 65-degree V4 engine produces 217 hp and 125 Nm of torque with surgical throttle precision
- Complete APRC electronic suite including multi-map engine brake control (AEM) and customizable race dashboards
- Staggering purchase price places it at the upper echelon of modern production superbikes
- Generates extreme cockpit temperatures that make warm-weather commuting deeply uncomfortable
- Demands high rider skill and physical fitness to explore even a fraction of its immense capabilities
- High consumable costs with rapid tire wear under full utilization of the 217 hp engine
- Virtually zero pillion comfort, cementing its status as an uncompromising solo track missile
The 2022 Aprilia RSV4 Factory represents the zenith of production superbike engineering, elevated by semi-active Öhlins Smart EC 2.0 suspension and forged wheels. It translates Aprilia's world championship racing development into an absurdly potent track package that remains stable, communicative, and utterly thrilling at any velocity. For experienced track riders seeking the definitive V4 experience, the RSV4 Factory is virtually peerless.
No official safety recalls reported for this model year.
2022 Aprilia Rsv4 Factory 2022 2022 Aprilia RSV4 Factory Technical Analysis, Chassis Review & Ownership Overview
Positioned in Aprilia Rsv4 Factory 2022's motorcycle lineup, the 2022 Aprilia Rsv4 Factory 2022 2022 Aprilia RSV4 Factory relies on a 1099 cc (67.1 cu in) liquid-cooled v4, four-stroke powerplant. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 217 HP (159.5 kW) at 13,000 rpm while maximum torque reaches 122 Nm (90 lb-ft) at 11,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed transmission, a multiplate wet clutch with mechanical slipper system clutch, chain final drive. Internal cylinder geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 85.0 x 52.3 mm (3.3 x 2.1 inches), a 13.6:1 compression ratio, 4 valves per cylinder, fuel delivery managed via injection, airbox with front dynamic air intakes, 4 weber-marelli 48-mm throttle bodies with 4 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. With a specific output of 197.5 HP per liter and a 2,000 rpm working window between peak torque (11,000 rpm) and peak power (13,000 rpm), the engine character places it firmly in high-revving supersport territory where top-end breathing and high-RPM overrun dominate.
On the scales, the 2022 Aprilia RSV4 Factory measures 177 kg (390 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 1.23 HP/kg (0.82 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and dimensional geometry center around a 840 mm (33.1 in) seat height — resulting in a taller command-style riding posture suited to medium-to-tall inseams, a 1,439 mm (56.7 in) wheelbase engineered for balanced cornering agility and high-speed highway composure, and 125 mm (4.9 in) of minimum ground clearance. The 18.5-liter (4.9 US gal) fuel tank paired with a rated fuel consumption of 6.5 L/100 km (36.2 US mpg) provides an estimated theoretical touring range of roughly 285 km (177 miles) between fill-ups.
Structurally, the 2022 Aprilia Rsv4 Factory 2022 2022 Aprilia RSV4 Factory is built around a Aluminium dual beam chassis with cast and pressed sheet elements. (Sachs steering damper on APRC version) chassis with front suspension handled by Öhlins NIX upside-down fork, Ø 43 mm stanchions. Electronics management system Ohlins Smart EC 2.0 (OBTi) (125 mm / 4.9 in travel) and rear damping managed via Öhlins TTX single shock absorber with piggy-back, Electronics management system Ohlins Smart EC 2.0 (OBTi) (115 mm / 4.5 in travel). Braking performance is delivered by double disc, ABS. Ø 330 mm floating double disc with aluminium flange Brembo stylema® 4-piston mono-block radial calipers radial pump and metal braid brake pipe- up front paired with single disc, ABS, Brembo Ø 32 mm 2 isolated piston caliper pump with integrated tank and metal braid pipe at the rear. Factory rolling stock mounts a 120/70-ZR17 front tire and a 200/55-ZR17 rear tire, sizing the contact patch for predictable turn-in grip and replacement tire availability.
Producing 159.5 kW, the 2022 Aprilia Rsv4 Factory 2022 2022 Aprilia RSV4 Factory exceeds the 70 kW A2 restriction ceiling and requires a full unrestricted Class A motorcycle license. Routine workshop maintenance calls for recommended SAE 10W-40 4T (API SL/SN / JASO MA2) engine oil (1.00 litres (1.06 US quarts)), NGK CR8E / CPR8EA-9 spark plugs, cold tire pressures of 1.8 bar (26 psi) front / 2.0 bar (29 psi) rear. Buyers cross-shopping the 2022 Aprilia Rsv4 Factory 2022 2022 Aprilia RSV4 Factory in the Unspecified category segment most frequently benchmark its horsepower, seat height, and curb weight against the Yamaha Xsr900 (2025), Indian Ftr X Rsd Super Hooligan (2025), Indian Pursuit Dark Horse (2025).
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2022 Aprilia RSV4 Factory Seat Height & Rider Height Fit
2022 Aprilia RSV4 Factory A1, A2 & LAMS License Compatibility
Exceeds A1/A2 learner limits (>70 kW or >0.20 kW/kg). Requires an unrestricted Category A motorcycle license.
2022 Aprilia RSV4 Factory Engine Stroke, RPM & Steering Geometry
vm = 2 × Stroke × RPM / 60) measures piston travel velocity at peak power. Values under 18.5 m/s indicate low inertial stress on connecting rods and rings; values above 21.5 m/s approach Formula 1 / MotoGP velocities. 2022 Aprilia RSV4 Factory Sprocket Ratio, RPM & Top Speed
2022 Aprilia RSV4 Factory Tire Pressure (PSI / Bar) & Suspension Sag
2022 Aprilia Rsv4 Factory 2022 2022 Aprilia RSV4 Factory Summary Table
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### 2022 Aprilia Rsv4 Factory 2022 2022 Aprilia RSV4 Factory — Key Specs & Telemetry | Parameter | Specification | | :--- | :--- | | **Category** | Unspecified category | | **Displacement** | 1099.0 ccm (67.06 cubic inches) | | **Power Output** | 217.0 HP (159.5 kW) @ 13000 RPM (0.85 kW/kg) | | **Torque** | 122.0 Nm (12.4 kgf-m or 90.0 ft.lbs) @ 11000 RPM | | **Seat Height** | 840 mm (33.1 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. | | **Weight (Dry / Wet)** | 177.0 kg (390.2 pounds) / 187.6 kg | | **Mean Piston Speed** | 22.7 m/s @ 13000 RPM | | **EU A2 License Status** | Full A License (Unrestricted) | | **Source & Full Telemetry** | https://motolibrary.com/bikes/aprilia-rsv4-factory-2022/2022-aprilia-rsv4-factory/2022 |
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2022 Aprilia RSV4 Factory Annual Fuel, Maintenance & Ownership Cost
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2022 Aprilia Rsv4 Factory 2022 2022 Aprilia RSV4 Factory Frequently Asked Questions
Does the 2022 Aprilia Rsv4 Factory 2022 2022 Aprilia RSV4 Factory have any official safety recalls?
No official safety recalls reported for this model year.
What is the seat height and weight of the 2022 Aprilia Rsv4 Factory 2022 2022 Aprilia RSV4 Factory?
The 2022 Aprilia Rsv4 Factory 2022 2022 Aprilia RSV4 Factory has a seat height of 840 mm (33.1 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting., a dry weight of 177.0 kg (390.2 pounds), and a wet/curb weight of 187.6 kg (estimated).
Is the 2022 Aprilia Rsv4 Factory 2022 2022 Aprilia RSV4 Factory EU A2 or LAMS license legal?
License classification: Full A License (Unrestricted). Exceeds A1/A2 learner limits (>70 kW or >0.20 kW/kg). Requires an unrestricted Category A motorcycle license.