Positioned in Aprilia's sport touring motorcycle lineup, the 2015 Aprilia Dorsoduro 1200 utilizes a 1197 cc (73 cu in) liquid-cooled v2, four-stroke layout. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 130 HP (94.9 kW) at 8,500 rpm while maximum torque reaches 115 Nm (84.8 lb-ft) at 6,500 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 108.6 HP per liter and a 2,000 rpm working window between peak torque (6,500 rpm) and peak power (8,500 rpm), the engine character is reflecting a performance-oriented street tune that balances strong mid-range pull with an energetic top-end rush.
On the scales, the Dorsoduro 1200 measures 212 kg (467 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.61 HP/kg (1.63 kg per horsepower). 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 1,565 mm (61.6 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
108.6 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.61 HP/kg (1.63 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
6,500–8,500 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
Power130.0 HP (94.9 kW)) @ 8500 RPM
Torque115.0 Nm (11.7 kgf-m or 84.8 ft.lbs) @ 6500 RPM
Exhaust100% stainless steel 2-in-1 exhaust system with dual catalytic converters and double oxygen sensor
Chassis
Frame TypeModular tubular steel frame fastened to aluminium side plates by high strength bolts. Removable steel rear 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 167 mm.
Front Travel160 mm (6.3 inches)
Rear SuspensionAluminium alloy swingarm Sachs hydraulic shock absorber with adjustable rebound and preload.
Rear Travel155 mm (6.1 inches)
Wheelbase1565 mm (61.6 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre120/70-ZR17
Rear Tyre190/55-ZR17
Front BrakesDouble disc. Bremo. ABS.
Front Brake Ø320 mm (12.6 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc. Bremo. ABS.
Rear Brake Ø240 mm (9.4 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight212.0 kg (467.4 pounds)
Power/Weight0.6132 HP/kg
Seat Height870 mm (34.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Height1205 mm (47.4 inches)
Overall Length2248 mm (88.5 inches)
Overall Width925 mm (36.4 inches)
Fuel Capacity15.00 litres (3.96 US gallons)
Reserve Fuel2.50 litres (0.66 US gallons)
Other
StarterElectric
Color OptionsWhite, red
Warranty2-year unlimited-mileage warranty
Notes
Two channel Continental ABS with Aprilia Traction Control. Integrated engine management system. Triple map Ride by Wire throttle management: Sport (S), Touring (T), Rain (R). Sold in Australia.
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Weight
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Suspension
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Transmission
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