The 750 and 1200 frames are essentially the same, but the bigger bike has a more relaxed rake angle, extra trail and an additional inch between contact patches. The 750 and 1200 frames are essentially the same, but the bigger bike has a more relaxed r tech SPEC Evolution Essentially the same bike as the 2010 Dorsoduro 750 but with an extra 447cc and some choice upgrades. Rivals Ducati Hypermotard 1100, KTM 990 Supermoto R, BMW HP2 Megamoto. TECH Price: $11,999 Engine type: l-c 90-deg. V-twin Valve train: DOHC, 8v Displacement: 1197cc Bore x stroke: 106.0 x 67.8cc Compression: 12.0:1 Fuel system: EFI Clutch: Wet, multi-plate Transmission: 6-speed Claimed horsepower: 130 bhp @ 8700 rpm Claimed torque: 85 lb.-ft. @ 7200 rpm Frame: Tubular-steel trellis with aluminium side plates and swingarm Front suspension: 43mm Sachs fork with adjustable spring preload, compression and rebound damping Rear suspension: Sachs shock with adjustable spring preload, compression and rebound damping Front brake: Dual Brembo radial-mount four-piston calipers, 320mm discs Rear brake: Brembo single-piston caliper, 240mm disc Front tire: 120/70ZR-17 Pirelli Diablo Corsa III Rear tire: 180/55ZR-17 Pirelli Diablo Corsa III Rake/trail: 27.3°/4.6 in. Seat height: 34.3 in. Wheelbase: 60.2 in. Fuel capacity: 4.0 gal. Claimed curb weight: 448 lbs. Colors: White, black Available: Spring Warranty: 24 mo., unlimited mi. Contact: Aprilia USA 140 E. 45th St. New York, NY 10017 800.631.1101 www.apriliausa.com Verdict 4 out of 5 stars A welcome addition to the big-bore supermoto ranks, more user-friendly and versatile than the competition. « | 1 | 2 | View Full Article By Roland Brown Enjoyed this Post? Subscribe to our RSS Feed, or use your favorite social media to recommend us to friends and colleagues!
