At the heart of the 2011 Aprilia Dorsoduro 1200 super motard motorcycle, Aprilia pairs a 1197 cc (73 cu in) liquid-cooled v2, four-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 128.7 HP (94 kW) at 8,700 rpm while maximum torque reaches 115 Nm (84.8 lb-ft) at 7,500 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 107.5 HP per liter and a 1,200 rpm working window between peak torque (7,500 rpm) and peak power (8,700 rpm), the engine character is reflecting a performance-oriented street tune that balances strong mid-range pull with an energetic top-end rush.
Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 870 mm (34.3 in) seat height — reflecting a long-travel chassis stance that favors ground clearance and off-pavement control, combined with a 1,528 mm (60.2 in) wheelbase engineered for planted straight-line stability. The 15-liter (4 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Aprilia archive, this model family spans 3 indexed model years from 2011 to 2015, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
107.5 HP/L
Power Band Window
7,500–8,700 rpm
Standover Height
870 mm (34.3 in)
Engine
Displacement1197.0 ccm (73.04 cubic inches)
Engine TypeV2, four-stroke
Engine DetailsLongitudinal 90° V-twin
Power128.7 HP (94.0 kW)) @ 8700 RPM
Torque115.0 Nm (11.7 kgf-m or 84.8 ft.lbs) @ 7500 RPM
Compression12.0:1
Bore x Stroke106.0 x 67.8 mm (4.2 x 2.7 inches)
Valves/Cylinder4
Fuel SystemInjection. Integrated engine management system. Injection system with triple map Ride by Wire throttle management: Sport (S), Touring (T), Rain (R)
Fuel ControlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
IgnitionDigital electronic, integrated in the fuel injection system.
Exhaust100% stainless steel 2-into-2 exhaust system with dual catalytic converters and oxygen sensor.
Chassis
Frame TypeModular tubular steel frame fastened to aluminium side plates by high strength bolts. Removable rear aluminium subframe
Rake27.3°
Trail118 mm (4.6 inches)
Front SuspensionSachs upside-down front fork with fully adjustable compression and rebound damping and spring preload. Wheel travel 160 mm.
Rear SuspensionAluminium alloy swingarm Piggy-back design Sachs hydraulic shock absorber with fully adjustable compression and rebound damping and spring preload. Wheel travel 155 mm.
Wheelbase1528 mm (60.2 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre120/70-ZR17
Rear Tyre180/55-ZR17
Front BrakesDouble disc
Front Brake Ø320 mm (12.6 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Rear Brake Ø240 mm (9.4 inches)
WheelsAluminium alloy Front: 3.50 X 17´ Rear: 6.00 x 17´
Dimensions & Weight
Seat Height870 mm (34.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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Brakes
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Suspension
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Transmission
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