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65/100Sporty
Power/Weight
0.81 hp/kg
Torque
107 Nm
Engine
998 ccm
Technical Overview
2004 Aprilia RSV Mille 1000 R Factory Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
At the heart of the 2004 Aprilia RSV Mille 1000 R Factory sport motorcycle, Aprilia pairs a 997.6 cc (60.9 cu in) liquid-cooled twin, four-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 141.4 HP (103.2 kW) at 10,000 rpm while maximum torque reaches 107 Nm (78.9 lb-ft) at 7,750 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 141.7 HP per liter and a 2,250 rpm working window between peak torque (7,750 rpm) and peak power (10,000 rpm), the engine character is placing it firmly in high-revving supersport territory where top-end breathing dominates.
On the scales, the RSV Mille 1000 R Factory measures 175 kg (386 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.81 HP/kg (1.24 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 1,418 mm (55.8 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry. The 18-liter (4.8 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Specific Output
141.7 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.81 HP/kg (1.24 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
7,750–10,000 rpm
Standover Height
810 mm (31.9 in)
Engine
Displacement997.6 ccm (60.87 cubic inches)
Engine TypeTwin, four-stroke
Engine DetailsTwin, four-stroke
Power141.4 HP (103.2 kW)) @ 10000 RPM
Torque107.0 Nm (10.9 kgf-m or 78.9 ft.lbs) @ 7750 RPM
Compression11.8:1
Bore x Stroke97.0 x 67.5 mm (3.8 x 2.7 inches)
Valves/Cylinder4
Fuel SystemInjection
Fuel ControlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
Chassis
Frame TypeAluminium alloy
Rake24.8°
Trail102 mm (4.0 inches)
Front SuspensionOhlins upside-down fork
Front Travel120 mm (4.7 inches)
Rear SuspensionAluminium-plate swinging for Ohlins monoshock absorber
Rear Travel133 mm (5.2 inches)
Wheelbase1418 mm (55.8 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 Ø220 mm (8.7 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight175.0 kg (385.8 pounds)
Power/Weight0.8080 HP/kg
Seat Height810 mm (31.9 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Height1145 mm (45.1 inches)
Overall Length2035 mm (80.1 inches)
Overall Width730 mm (28.7 inches)
Fuel Capacity18.00 litres (4.76 US gallons)
Reserve Fuel4.00 litres (1.06 US gallons)
Other
Color OptionsLead grey/magnet grey, Aprilia black/diablo black, Fluo red/lead grey
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