At the heart of the 2006 Aprilia RSV 1000 R Factory sport motorcycle, Aprilia utilizes a 997.6 cc (60.9 cu in) oil & air-cooled v2, four-stroke layout. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 138.7 HP (101.3 kW) at 9,500 rpm while maximum torque reaches 107 Nm (78.9 lb-ft), transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 139 HP per liter, 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 RSV 1000 R Factory measures 185 kg (408 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.75 HP/kg (1.33 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 810 mm (31.9 in) seat height — offering a neutral standover height that accommodates most average-inseam riders without sacrificing cornering clearance, combined with a 1,410 mm (55.5 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry.
Within MotoLibrary's Aprilia archive, this model family spans 4 indexed model years from 2005 to 2009, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
139 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.75 HP/kg (1.33 kg/HP)
Standover Height
810 mm (31.9 in)
Engine
Displacement997.6 ccm (60.87 cubic inches)
Engine TypeV2, four-stroke
Engine DetailsV2, four-stroke
Power138.7 HP (101.3 kW)) @ 9500 RPM
Torque107.0 Nm (10.9 kgf-m or 78.9 ft.lbs)
Compression11.8:1
Bore x Stroke97.0 x 67.5 mm (3.8 x 2.7 inches)
Valves/Cylinder4
Fuel SystemInjection. Integrated electronic engine management system. Indirect multipoint electronic injection. Throttle body diameter: 57 mm.
Fuel ControlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
IgnitionDigital electronic ignition, with one spark plug per cylinder and integrated injection
LubricationDry sump with separate oil tank.
CoolingOil & air
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
ClutchMultiple disc wet clutch with patented PPC power-assisted hydraulic control and pneumatic power clutch. Braided metal clutch line. Radial pump with 15 mm piston.
Performance
ExhaustDouble silencer with three-way catalytic converter and lambda sensor (Euro 2)
Chassis
Rake24.8°
Trail102 mm (4.0 inches)
Front Suspension43 mm Showa upside-down fork, with adjustable compression, rebound and preload. 120 mm wheel travel.
Rear SuspensionAluminium alloy double member swingarm. Aprilia Progressive System (APS) linkages. Sachs monoshock with adjustable compression, rebound, preload and length. 133 mm wheel travel.
Wheelbase1410 mm (55.5 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre120/70-17
Rear Tyre120/70-17
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight185.0 kg (407.9 pounds)
Power/Weight0.7498 HP/kg
Seat Height810 mm (31.9 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Height1135 mm (44.7 inches)
Overall Length2035 mm (80.1 inches)
Overall Width730 mm (28.7 inches)
Other
StarterElectric
Color OptionsAprilia Black, Fluo Red, Mirror Silver Weight is comprehensive of battery, not of fluids.
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