Positioned in Aprilia's sport motorcycle lineup, the 2021 Aprilia RSV4 RR 1000 relies on a 999.6 cc (61 cu in) liquid-cooled v4, four-stroke powerplant. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 201 HP (146.7 kW) at 13,000 rpm while maximum torque reaches 115 Nm (84.8 lb-ft) at 10,500 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 201.1 HP per liter and a 2,500 rpm working window between peak torque (10,500 rpm) and peak power (13,000 rpm), the engine character is placing it firmly in high-revving supersport territory where top-end breathing dominates.
On the scales, the RSV4 RR 1000 measures 204 kg (450 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.99 HP/kg (1.01 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 840 mm (33.1 in) seat height — resulting in a taller command-style riding posture suited to medium-to-tall inseams, combined with a 1,420 mm (55.9 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 6.67 L/100 km provides an estimated theoretical range of roughly 277 km (172 miles) between fill-ups.
Specific Output
201.1 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.99 HP/kg (1.01 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
10,500–13,000 rpm
Theoretical Range
~277 km (172 mi)
Engine
Displacement999.6 ccm (61.00 cubic inches)
Engine TypeV4, four-stroke
Engine DetailsLongitudinal 65° V-4 cylinder
Power201.0 HP (146.7 kW)) @ 13000 RPM
Torque115.0 Nm (11.7 kgf-m or 84.8 ft.lbs) @ 10500 RPM
Compression13.6:1
Bore x Stroke78.0 x 52.3 mm (3.1 x 2.1 inches)
Valves/Cylinder4
Fuel SystemInjection. Airbox with front dynamic air intakes. 4 Marelli 48 mm throttle bodies with 8 injectors and latestgeneration Ride-by-Wire technology
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-coilâ€-type coils
LubricationWet sump lubrication system with oil radiator and two oil pumps (lubrication and cooling)
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
ClutchMulti-disc oil-bath, with mechanical slipper system
DrivelinePrimary drive: Straight cut gears and integrated flexible coupling, drive ratio: 73/44 (1,659). Final drive: Chain: Drive ratio: 40/16 (2.5) or 42/16 (2.625)
Performance
Fuel Consumption6.67 litres/100 km (15.0 km/l or 35.27 mpg)
Greenhouse Gases154.7 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Emission DetailsEuro 4
Exhaust4 into 2 into 1 layout, single oxygen sensor, lateral single silencer with engine control unit-controlled butterfly valve and integrated trivalent catalytic converter (Euro 3)
Chassis
Frame TypeAluminium dual beam chassis with pressed and cast sheet elements. Sachs steering damper
Rake24.5°
Trail105 mm (4.1 inches)
Front SuspensionSachs upside-down fork, Ø 43 mm stanchions. Fully adjustable spring preload, hydraulic rebound and compression.
Front Travel120 mm (4.7 inches)
Rear SuspensionDouble-sided aluminium swingarm Sachs single shock absorber with piggy-back, adjustable spring preload, wheelbase, hydraulic interasse, compression and rebound APS progressive linkage.
Rear Travel130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheelbase1420 mm (55.9 inches)
Ground Clearance130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre120/70-ZR17
Rear Tyre200/55-ZR17
Front BrakesDouble disc. ABS. Brembo M4 Floating stainless steel disc with lightweight stainless steel rotor and aluminium flange with 6 pins
Front Brake Ø330 mm (13.0 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc. ABS. Brembo calliper with two Ø 32 mm separate pistons
Rear Brake Ø220 mm (8.7 inches)
WheelsAluminium alloy rims with 3 split spokes
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight180.0 kg (396.8 pounds)
Weight incl.204.0 kg (449.7 pounds)
Power/Weight1.1167 HP/kg
Seat Height840 mm (33.1 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Length2040 mm (80.3 inches)
Fuel Capacity18.50 litres (4.89 US gallons)
Reserve Fuel4.00 litres (1.06 US gallons)
Other
StarterElectric
Color OptionsNero Arrabbiata black, Grigio Rivazza grey
ElectricalFlywheel mounted 420W alternator with rare earth magnets
LightTriple headlight
Warranty2-year unlimited-mileage warranty
Notes
Ride By Wire with 3 engine mappings (Sport, Race, Track). APRC (Aprilia Performance Ride Control) system including traction control (ATC), wheelie control (AWC), launch control (ALC), quick shift (AQS), cruise control (ACC), pit limiter (APL), cornering ABS, all independently settable and de-selectable.
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