At the heart of the 2012 Aprilia Shiver 750 naked motorcycle, Aprilia relies on a 749.9 cc (45.8 cu in) liquid-cooled v2, four-stroke powerplant. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 95 HP (69.3 kW) at 9,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 126.7 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.
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 1,440 mm (56.7 in) wheelbase engineered for balanced agility and highway composure. The 15-liter (4 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Aprilia archive, this model family spans 7 indexed model years from 2008 to 2014, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
126.7 HP/L
Standover Height
810 mm (31.9 in)
Engine
Displacement749.9 ccm (45.76 cubic inches)
Engine TypeV2, four-stroke
Engine DetailsLongitudinal 90° V-twin
Power95.0 HP (69.3 kW)) @ 9000 RPM
Compression11.0:1
Bore x Stroke92.0 x 56.4 mm (3.6 x 2.2 inches)
Valves/Cylinder4
Fuel SystemInjection. Ride by Wire integrated engine control system.
Fuel ControlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
IgnitionDigital electronic, integrated with the injection
LubricationWet sump
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
ClutchMulti-plate in oil bath, hydraulically operated.
Exhaust2 into 1 exhaust system in 100% stainless steel with three-way catalytic converter and lambda probe
Chassis
Frame TypeModular tubular steel frame fastened to aluminium side plates by high strength bolts. Removable rear subframe.
Rake25.7°
Trail109 mm (4.3 inches)
Front Suspension43 mm upside-down fork. 120 mm wheel travel.
Rear SuspensionAluminium alloy swingarm with reinforcement truss. Hydraulic shock absorber adjustable in spring preload and rebound damping. Wheel travel: 130 mm.
Wheelbase1440 mm (56.7 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre120/70-17
Rear Tyre180/55-17
Front BrakesDouble disc. Stainless steel floating discs. Four piston radial calipers. Metal braided brake line
Front Brake Ø320 mm (12.6 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Rear Brake Ø240 mm (9.4 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Seat Height810 mm (31.9 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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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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