Engineered by Aprilia for the sport motorcycle segment, the 2023 Aprilia RSV4 relies on a 1099 cc (67.1 cu in) liquid-cooled v4, four-stroke powerplant. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 217 HP (158.4 kW) at 13,000 rpm while maximum torque reaches 125 Nm (92.2 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 197.5 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 measures 202 kg (445 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 1.07 HP/kg (0.93 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 845 mm (33.3 in) seat height — resulting in a taller command-style riding posture suited to medium-to-tall inseams, 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 6.9 L/100 km provides an estimated theoretical range of roughly 268 km (167 miles) between fill-ups, while factory top speed is listed at 305 km/h (190 mph).
Within MotoLibrary's Aprilia archive, this model family spans 4 indexed model years from 2021 to 2025, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
197.5 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
1.07 HP/kg (0.93 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
10,500–13,000 rpm
Theoretical Range
~268 km (167 mi)
Engine
Displacement1099.0 ccm (67.06 cubic inches)
Engine TypeV4, four-stroke
Engine DetailsLongitudinal 65° V4
Power217.0 HP (158.4 kW)) @ 13000 RPM
Torque125.0 Nm (12.7 kgf-m or 92.2 ft.lbs) @ 10500 RPM
Compression13.6:1
Bore x Stroke85.0 x 52.3 mm (3.3 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
Top Speed305.0 km/h (189.5 mph)
Fuel Consumption6.90 litres/100 km (14.5 km/l or 34.09 mpg)
Greenhouse Gases160.1 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Emission DetailsEuro 5
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)
Rake24.6°
Trail105 mm (4.1 inches)
Front SuspensionSachs fork 43mm stanchions, adjustable compression and rebound
Front Travel127 mm (5.0 inches)
Rear SuspensionON Sachs monoshock adjustable in: hydraulic compression and rebound damping and spring pre-load
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. Ø 330 mm floating double disc with aluminium flange Brembo STYLEMA® 4-piston mono-block radial calipers Radial pump and metal braid brake pipe-
Front Brake Ø330 mm (13.0 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc. ABS. Brembo Ø 32 mm 2 isolated piston caliper pump with integrated tank and metal braid pipp
Rear Brake Ø220 mm (8.7 inches)
WheelsAprilia in aluminium alloy wheels with 3 split spoke design
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight179.0 kg (394.6 pounds)
Weight incl.202.0 kg (445.3 pounds)
Power/Weight1.2123 HP/kg
Seat Height845 mm (33.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Height1090 mm (42.9 inches)
Overall Length2055 mm (80.9 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 OptionsDark Losail
InstrumentsTFT color instrumentation
ElectricalFlywheel mounted 420W alternator with rare earth magnets.
LightTriple LED headlight with two lights that illuminate the inside of the turn, increasing visibility when cornering.
Notes
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. Ride By Wire with 3 engine mappings (Sport, Race, Track)
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Weight
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Suspension
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Transmission
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