1998 Aprilia RSV Mille Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
Positioned in Aprilia's sport motorcycle lineup, the 1998 Aprilia RSV Mille relies on a 998 cc (60.9 cu in) liquid-cooled v2, four-stroke powerplant. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 128 HP (93.4 kW) at 6,250 rpm while maximum torque reaches 105 Nm (77.4 lb-ft) at 7,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 128.3 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 Mille measures 189 kg (417 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.68 HP/kg (1.48 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 825 mm (32.5 in) seat height — resulting in a taller command-style riding posture suited to medium-to-tall inseams.
Within MotoLibrary's Aprilia archive, this model family spans 5 indexed model years from 1998 to 2002, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
128.3 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.68 HP/kg (1.48 kg/HP)
Standover Height
825 mm (32.5 in)
Engine
Displacement998.0 ccm (60.90 cubic inches)
Engine TypeV2, four-stroke
Engine DetailsV2, four-stroke
Power128.0 HP (93.4 kW)) @ 6250 RPM
Torque105.0 Nm (10.7 kgf-m or 77.4 ft.lbs) @ 7000 RPM
Valves/Cylinder4
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
Wheels & Brakes
Front BrakesDual disc
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight189.0 kg (416.7 pounds)
Power/Weight0.6772 HP/kg
Seat Height825 mm (32.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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Power
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Torque
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Seat Height
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Weight
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Brakes
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Transmission
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