Engineered by Aprilia for the sport motorcycle segment, the 2020 Aprilia RSV4 1100 Factory features a 1078 cc (65.8 cu in) liquid-cooled v4, four-stroke configuration. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 217 HP (158.4 kW) at 13,200 rpm while maximum torque reaches 122 Nm (90 lb-ft) at 11,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 201.3 HP per liter and a 2,200 rpm working window between peak torque (11,000 rpm) and peak power (13,200 rpm), the engine character is placing it firmly in high-revving supersport territory where top-end breathing dominates.
On the scales, the RSV4 1100 Factory measures 199 kg (439 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 1.09 HP/kg (0.92 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 851 mm (33.5 in) seat height — reflecting a long-travel chassis stance that favors ground clearance and off-pavement control, combined with a 1,439 mm (56.7 in) wheelbase engineered for balanced agility and highway composure. The 18.5-liter (4.9 US gal) fuel tank paired with a rated consumption of 6.5 L/100 km provides an estimated theoretical range of roughly 285 km (177 miles) between fill-ups.
Within MotoLibrary's Aprilia archive, this model family spans 3 indexed model years from 2019 to 2021, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
201.3 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
1.09 HP/kg (0.92 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
11,000–13,200 rpm
Theoretical Range
~285 km (177 mi)
Engine
Displacement1078.0 ccm (65.78 cubic inches)
Engine TypeV4, four-stroke
Engine DetailsLongitudinal 65° V4
Power217.0 HP (158.4 kW)) @ 13200 RPM
Torque122.0 Nm (12.4 kgf-m or 90.0 ft.lbs) @ 11000 RPM
Compression13.6:1
Bore x Stroke81.0 x 52.3 mm (3.2 x 2.1 inches)
Valves/Cylinder4
Fuel SystemInjection. Airbox with front dynamic air intakes. 4 Weber-Marelli 48-mm throttle bodies with 4 injectors and latest generation Ride-by-Wire engine management. Choice of three different engine maps selectable by the rider with bike in motion: T (Track), S (Sport), R
Fuel ControlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
IgnitionMagneti Marelli digital electronic ignition system integrated in engine control system, with one spark plug per cylinder and “stick-coil” type coils
LubricationWet sump lubrication system with oil radiator and two oil pumps (lubrication and cooling)
CoolingLiquid
Max RPM12300
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
ClutchMultiplate wet clutch with mechanical slipper system.
DrivelineStraight cut gears and integrated flexible coupling, drive ratio: 73/44 primary drive. Chain 42/16 final drive.
Performance
Fuel Consumption6.50 litres/100 km (15.4 km/l or 36.19 mpg)
Greenhouse Gases150.8 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Emission DetailsEuro 4
Exhaust4 into 2 into 1 layout, single oxygen sensor, lateral single silencer with ECU-controlled bypass valve and integrated trivalent catalytic converter (Euro 3)
Chassis
Frame TypeAluminium dual beam chassis with cast and pressed sheet elements. (Sachs steering damper on APRC version)
Rake24.5°
Trail104 mm (4.1 inches)
Front SuspensionÖhlins fork with TIN surface treatment. Forged aluminium radial calliper mounting bracket. Completely adjustable spring preload and hydraulic compression and rebound damping.
Front Travel120 mm (4.7 inches)
Rear SuspensionDouble braced aluminium swingarm; mixed low thickness and sheet casting technology. Sachs monoshock with piggy-back, fully adjustable in: spring preload, hydraulics in compression and rebound. APS progressive linkages.
Rear Travel130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheelbase1439 mm (56.7 inches)
Ground Clearance125 mm (4.9 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre120/70-ZR17
Rear Tyre200/55-ZR17
Front BrakesDouble disc. ABS. Floating stainless steel discs with lightweight stainless steel rotor with 6 studs. Brembo radial callipers with 4 diam. horizontally opposed 32 mm pistons. Sintered pads. Axial pump master cylinder and metal braided brake hoses.
WheelsCast aluminium wheels with 3 split spoke design.
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight177.0 kg (390.2 pounds)
Weight incl.199.0 kg (438.7 pounds)
Power/Weight1.2260 HP/kg
Seat Height851 mm (33.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Height1090 mm (42.9 inches)
Overall Length2052 mm (80.8 inches)
Overall Width735 mm (28.9 inches)
Fuel Capacity18.50 litres (4.89 US gallons)
Reserve Fuel4.00 litres (1.06 US gallons)
Other
StarterElectric
Color OptionsBlack/silver
InstrumentsAnalogue/digital
ElectricalFlywheel mounted 420W alternator with rare earth magnets.
Notes
APRC System (Aprilia Performance Ride Control), which includes Traction Control (ATC), Wheelie Control (AWC), Launch Control (ALC), cruise control (ACC) and speedlimiter (APT)
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