Low down torque is plentiful, midrange is muscular and the motorcycle's top end rush’s exhilarating – if not quite a match for the four cylinder Japanese rival motorcycles. Now the Aprilia RSV1000R is the standard motorcycle, and the Aprilia RSV1000R Factory is the tricked-up motorcycle. Intoxicating traction and noise from the Aprilia RSV1000R. The Aprilia RSV 1000 R FACTORY is a sport style motorcycle with an MSRP of $17,999 and was carryover for 2009. Good low down grunt, but almost free revving as the revs grow. The last of the model in Ice White. The UK dealer network is neither as comprehensive nor as experienced as you’d find for most other motorcycle brands. There is just something about the way Aprilia design their bikes that suits me....this is my 5th and all of them have made me smile...closest to these would be KTM's which are just fun and addictive. Aprilia RSV, RSV-R and RSV-R Factory (1998-2010) Economy The RSV isn’t a very thirsty motor and you should be able to average in the high 30s in terms of mpg. Be wary of unregistered older motorcycles being flogged on as the latest model. and they're more reliable, and look nicer, and quite rare. APRILIA RSV1000 RSV MILLE LEO VINCE EXHAUSTS 12 MONTH MOT 2007 57. Back brake tha doesn't..Aprilia deny there'e a fault but every foum has a magic fix for the problem..The speedo sensor is placed underneath the rear caliper and as such gets all the water thrown at it, and in Aprilias wisdom they're not waterproof..Plop some silicone around the joint and problem solved otherwise its £67 fo a new one.. The engine is paired with a 6-Speed transmission and total fuel capacity is 4.8 gallons. I also have a 2020 Tuono so I'm not against electronics by any means..this is just a different experience that's more rooted in my biking past. i wanna take a VTR SP2 out for some abuse before i can say which big twin is the best for none-ducati money, a 10k trick twin? at first i was slightly aprehensive of being lent it for a "lil blitz" around my fave RaB's but i quickly settled with great amuzment. I bought my 05 RSV Factory after my Daytona 955i came to grief in 2012. the brembo brakes are amazing and engine has loads of torque, and if you get a nice set of race cans (i have twin carbon arrows) they sound awesome. I believe less than 40 came to the United States, but I’m not 100 percent sure. Official extras for the motorcycle include an alarm and a range of Aprilia approved exhausts made by Akrapovic. Maybe I'm a masochist at heart. Power excellent as is top quality suspension, but toy town switch gear, Power com helped fuelling, but engine itself knows no bounds, Had every poor issue linked to model, brown connectors, generator, fork seals, linkage bearing wear, oil pan crack etc etc etc, Buying experience: Local dealer, part exchangedd my blackbird. I've now bought the bike twice over in repair costs from things just randomly breaking on it. The rear brake is rubbish - it is just as well it doesn't get a lot of use. Read more. turns heads everywhere you go and people always comment on it. I've done just over 30k miles (including hard riding track days and hooligan road rides) and it's never given ANY problems. So, despite early worries regarding the Italians reputation re reliability, the Aprilia has been superb, and with the prices now reasonable I'd definately buy another, though not the terrible garish new factory colour scheme.. Tyres are a bit of a personal thing really. I've heard KTM are worse, but I fancy a change for my next bike when the time finally comes. Had the front forks refurbed at 50.000 and set up (£100). Especially with the full akrapovic system ;P. Having said that, I wish it had a bit more power. It is so involving! Weaknesses: back brake does not work and needs bleeding a lot. MELOTTI RACING Aprilia RSV 1000 R Triple Clamps Top Plate (road) €319,00. Compare with any other bike. So comparative to my other bikes, this isn't mega quick by any means BUT it makes up for that in a beautifully handling bike that has heaps of old school v twin character and feel. clutch and brake master cylinders need bleeding regular to keep in top form...typical italian bike. side stands are weak. In most cases, thengine will keep running, although performance will be somewhat reduced. after coming from the SV following a good 4 hours hard peg scraping, the RSV felt almost easy! Collection in person. H Bauer Publishing are authorised and regulated for credit broking by the FCA (Ref No. Watch the Aprilia RSV1000R take on the Ducati 1098 and Honda's SP-2 in our V-twin sports bike group test. my "unique" or "bizarre" riding style suited perfectly, 25 mins of skuffing knuckles to alter the suspension was worth every second when i had the knee down on the first roundabout from cold, AMAZED. Finish? I am however significantly quicker on the R1, whether I’m on track in the fast group, on just out for some fast road riding. Did I mention it’s a bit of a porker! Classified Ad with Best Offer. I have had the bike for 3 years and done 23k miles. The Aprilia RSV1000R is more comfy above the speed limit than below it. Easily sorted though. Excellent brembo's with good feel and power, that work beautifully with the suspension and steering geometry. Ill keep this short. Takes a bit of time to get used to the V twin characteristics! The clocks steam up, it's nearly impossible to find neutral, the rear brake is very wooden & the seat is a plank. Page 52 GENERAL TECHNICAL INFORMATION RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY TOOLS USED FOR OTHER Aprilia Pos. Aprilia RSV Mille R, 07 white black, grey, lavished in carbon and extras, mint. Tons of torque in any gear, deceptively fast. Solo I've done several 3k+ trips to the Alps and Croatia. As it was like riding on a JCB, I had previously had two milles (older model) so knew what to expect with a v-twin. Does not include Plug Ends. Typically, though, it isn't without its foibles - after all, it is Italian. Oil tanks have a habit of cracking... repair it don’t replace it. The Aprilia RSV1000R has a v-twin engine with a compact 70 degree angle between the cylinders and a dry sump to ensure constant lubrication. I had to search for one of the last new ones available which comes in a satin white and black and fitted with Ohlins etc. Quick enough at the speeds that matter and always gets noticed compared to jap il4's. As a road bike, it's not the most comfortable or easiest to ride around town(especially as I'm now getting older and fatter and need to knock a "belly" shaped dent in the tank to be able to reach the bars LOL). Ohlins suspension is track ready. I also found that the seat is too wide and digs into the top of my inner thighs when my feet are down making the bike feel taller then it really is. I have ridden all over the UK and throughout Spain on it and never felt particularly uncomfortable. And i'll say it again, they are one of the best looking bikes i've seen. Fairing for Motorbike Aprilia RSV 1000 R 04-05 - Air Deflektor of Upper Part Right. Never owned a bike longer than 3 years before, (R1'S, GSXR's, CBR'S,ZX's)which shows how much I've enjoyed the RSV. Strengths: easy to ride fast, good package. Running costs are comparable to my ZZR1400 as I do my own servicing. My local garage assure me that it's a one off & that I've been "unlucky", but sadly I feel my confidence in the Aprilia brand has been dented too much to ever buy another one. Along with Suzuki's GSX-R1000 and Kawasaki's ZX-6R, Aprilia's RSV-R is using the much-touted radial-mount calipers as a big step forward for 2003. If anything, the engine is nicer now than it was when new, it feels nicely run in and the gearbox is very slick. The bike is an 07 bought from Taz motorcycles with the Akropovic cans thrown in for nowt. The RSV (05 model). It's old school enough to do most everything yourself...or in my case with a more competent and patient friend :), Very basic compared to today's sports bikes like my Tuono. New Stator: This stator is a Rick's original design; Heavy duty wire provides longer lasting effects. Specs datasheet with technical data and performance data plus an analysis of the direct market competition of Aprilia RSV 1000 R in 2003 the model with sport bike body and 998 cm3 / 61 cui engine size, 102 kW / 139 PS / 137 hp of power, 6-speed manual powertrain offered since 2003. Still got the Aprilia after 3 years, and the only bike I'd consider changing it for would be either a Duc 1098 or KTM RC8, both of which are now out of my price range (thank you Mr Brown) The bike came with dunlops and I thought these were OK to start with but these days I run Super Corsa's and they give heaps of feedback and confidence... and last all of 2 minutes :). I have toured on the bike & it was literaly a pain in the bum because of the thin seat. 2004 Aprilia RSV 1000 R Base Specifications, Model Information, and Photos Fairly cheap to pick up and maintain. Spares? doen't feel heavy when riding it and flicks into corners very quick. Weaknesses: i've heard if you order parts from aprilia, you could have to wait a while for them to arrive, but there are alternative place to get parts from, specially around the internet, although i haven't had to buy any yet. It made a good difference in clutch feel, although reverse bleeding was again the trick to the set. If you would like to get a quote on a new 2005 Aprilia RSV 1000 R FACTORY use our Build Your Own tool, or Compare this bike to other Sport motorcycles. The clutch slave cylinder also leaked, which resulted in me fitting an aftermarket part. The RSV 1000 R Nera comes with carbon fibre body panels, magnesium wheels, full titanium exhaust, titanium nuts, bolts and fasteners (reducing the motorcycle's weight to 175 kg). If like me your coming from the newer inline fours especially a 04 R1 don’t do it you will regret it! The gearing is too high in my opinion, adding a tooth to the gearbox sprocket would make top gear more usable. So, I've now clocked 25,000 miles in 3 years. Ride one and see for yourself, anyone who has one, seriously consider getting the mods done, you cant imagine how much this transforms the bike. This one is serial number 50. This is a 2004 Aprilia Nera, one of only 200 made worldwide. It certainly is a great looking bike, & with a wide torque curve it is deceptably fast & handles very well. Paid $3,500 for an all original model with 3200 miles that has never been down. It is full of character as well as ability and feels like a completely different experience to your standard inline four electronically controlled bike these days. despite being what, 20KG heavier, the superior frame and adjustment made the whole show a lot more entertaining. Aprilia RSV 1000R Review. But I wasn’t impressed! I bought it as I had fond memories of my old SP1 and thought it would be a step on from that. Bought new nov 2005 the money I saved on a deal I spent on on the bike it now has ohlins steering damper r&g crash bungs tail tidy acrapovic sp cans k&n air filter power commander fitted by seastar it is now pushing out 130.50 bhp at the rear wheel & 73 ft.lb of torque more bottom end more mid range joy to ride. The cheapest 1000cc V-twin super sport motorcycle undercuts the Ducati 999. Although reliable and built well for an Italian bike, it ain’t that reliable and there’s a definite difference in build quality between the two. Having said that she loves the Aprilia and never shy's away from the opportunity to join me. 2004 Aprilia RSV 1000 R Factory on the left with a 2003 Aprilia RSV Mille on right, "Performance Index Winter '12/'13 Edition", 2006 Aprilia RSV 1000 R - First Ride - MotorcycleUSA.com, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Aprilia_RSV_1000_R&oldid=990975823, Wikipedia articles needing factual verification from January 2014, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License, Front: 43 mm Öhlins titanium nitride (TiN) coated inverted forks; Adjustable in compression, rebound and preload. In this version sold from year 2005 , the dry weight is 189.0 kg (416.7 pounds) and it is equipped with a V2, four-stroke motor. regards to 'blighty' from Botswana! All versions offer you a sport bike motorcycle which rides well and provides excellent maneuverability on fast, smooth roads out of town. The faster you ride it the better the experience gets. It goes, stops, handles sublimely. Got myself on the factory and used with intent for toe-down, and i was in no way unimpressed. fun though. So, for recreational fun, this has never disappointed - and I don't think it will. and as soon as I set eyes on the RSV, I knew that I would buy it and struggled to keep my cool long enough to do a deal. If your using it for what it was intended, you won't be disappointed by either the handling or the brakes. (I’d say the R1 is superior even without the trick bits, let alone a properly set up R1). Review your APRILIA RSV1000 R (2004 - 2010). You can absolutely feel the racing heritage of this bike in it's handling. Our community is free to join, and we welcome all motorcycle riders from around the world to discuss the current Aprilia RSV4 superbike, and the older Aprilia RSVR and Aprilia RSV Mille sportbikes. I know you covet my Ox, but it's mine! great powerplant stock pipes sound fine not silent wich is nice. Short review: I had an 04 rsv-r. Below is the information on the 2008 Aprilia RSV 1000 R. If you would like to get a quote on a new 2008 Aprilia RSV 1000 R use our Build Your Own tool, or Compare this bike to other Sport motorcycles. So what's it been like. The bike just looks right & with the Factory version you get the best suspension, wheels & carbon fiber accessories available at the time. The motorcycles are generally well designed and built but there are niggles. The bike quit on me on a hot day in a long tunnel, but fired up again after it cooled down. RSV 1000 R. It hurts me to do this, but changes in my life are forcing me to get rid of one of my pride and joys. 2008 Aprilia RSV 1000 R pictures, prices, information, and specifications. This sounds like a reason or two NOT to buy an Aprilia and I have to say as a company Aprilia and Aprilia UK are NOT good to deal with BUT......The bike is SOOOooo good to ride that I can't be arsed to worry about all of that. 2004: Aprilia RSV1000R Factory launched. In fact I’d call the RSV wooden! These bikes are a steal on the used market. Two up it is pretty uncomfortable when riding through traffic etc, like any sports bike really. If there’s an established Aprilia agent near you, you should be fine, if not, you may have to travel. Will wheelie over 100mph. The finish is holding up really well, (far better than the Suzukis & Kawasakis I've owned in the past)despite it being used all year, as long as the roads not covered in snow and ice.. They're a long bike, so the pillion isn't squashed up to the rider. 120 mm wheel travel, Front: Dual 320 mm (13 in) floating disk, Brembo radial mount 4 piston calipers, Rear: single disc, Radial tubeless; Front: 120/70 ZR 17; Rear: 190/50 ZR 17, 18 l (4.0 imp gal; 4.8 US gal), 4 litre reserve, This page was last edited on 27 November 2020, at 16:19. Also stators are crap. Aprilia RSV1000 Bike Overview. However, it is a bloody good looking bike and the kit you get for the money is exceptional value and with a set of cans it sounds awesome! By Miles. Now I never need to touch the break lever unless undertaking 'spirited' riding. Pillion accommodation is poor. [3] Only 200 RSV 1000 R Nera motorcycles were made. I’m always at the very front of the fast groups, on track days and I also do about 20000miles a year on the road).The engine is gutless (regardless of what gear you’re in, or where you are in the rev range) regardless of what you do to it (mine made 130 rwhp). Don't miss what's happening in your neighborhood. I also had a clutch problem and needed a new rear swingarm bush within the first year (again a recognised problem I believe) but thanks to my local Aprilia dealer (On Yer Bike at Aylesbury) I got all of these problems rectified under warranty. The Aprilia RSV 1000 R has shown its competitive edge in world endurance racing, where it is the only production twin able to compete on even terms with the best four cylinder machines in the world, as demonstrated by the excellent results achieved. Never missed a beat and the finish is as good as any Honda. It still feels like a new bike..nice and tight and solid in all areas. Hard suspension’s a pain on bumpy roads but divine on the track or good road surfaces. The result is increased performance and functionality, with reduced weight and a quality of finish that no other bike can equal. Buy another and keep this for spares or just keep running it. Then within the first year the tank de-laminated (a known problem with this finish). × Dear valued customer, due to extended delays with OEM suppliers and the ongoing COVID-19 crisis, most parts are … Had an 04' Factory a few years back and changed to a K7 GSXR1000 which is a great bike but way too easy to go stupidly quick on...sold it and bought an 05' Factory..OK its slower but so much more involving and makes you ride the bike..perfect Sunday bike and the sound is just intoxicating...its not everyones cup of tea but it suits me. As a big boy's toy to scratch around fast twisty roads, this is quite simply awesome. I enjoyed the bike, but thought the bottom end wasnt all it should be and the suspension very unforgiving and a little scary over rough back roads. Fit Crap rubber and the bike will repay you in kind three times over, Buying experience: Bought from a dealer with an excellent deal due the emerging RSV4. gearbox is a little clunky and hard to find neutral, but u get used to it. The guy at my local dyno's had 155BHP at the rear wheel on the last one he gave the above treatment to! MELOTTI RACING Aprilia RSV 1000 R Triple Clamps Top Plate (racing) €319,00. I think people call all this character. Did an MCN check after the event. Motorcycle fairing for Aprilia RSV 1000 R 04-05 - Air Deflektor of Upper Part Right Aprilia RSV1000 R Factory 998cc. I love this bike and so does everyone else. More good then bad though. Ha Ha, this time though,... No Bites! Repairs are well documented and easy to do. do all the basic service stuff myself as we have same problem of shortage of dealers etc. Aprilia RSV 1000 Mille R 1998-2007. I won't sell mine....we will just grow old disgracefully together. 2004 (04 reg) | Super Sports | 998cc | 130BHP | 16,234 miles | Manual | Petrol. Aprilia RSV Forum. Join millions of people using Oodle to find unique used motorcycles, used roadbikes, used dirt bikes, scooters, and mopeds for sale. As the starter was thumbed, my senses exploded. I bought my Aprilia new in 2010. The Aprilia RSV 1000 R is a sport bike motorcycle made by Italian company Aprilia from 2004 through 2010. In all honesty, very little, the wet summer last year saw off the speedo sensor (mounted near the rear caliper so gets soaked) but picked a second hand one up for £16. Probably one of the best values out there on the classic super bike spectrum. Rash decisions like that can bite you! The tank capacity is a lot smaller than other bikes, but with that seat, it gives you more regular breaks. 2004: new-look Aprilia RSV1000R motorcycle range launched. For 2006 the RSV 1000 R Factory won the Maxisport category for Masterbike 2006 and overall Masterbike of the year. More entertaining than the Duc’s of the period with much cheaper running cost. Speedos blank out and start agene from 0000. so it may be higher miles than says on the clocks. Slightly heavier than Japanese rival motorcycles but carries it well. Chassis is exceptional with the Factory Ohlins, Rotax engine is bomb proof reliable and cheap to maintain unlike the Duc’s of the period. But this model felt rubbish to start with at low speeds just wanted to surge and was a nightmare keeping low speeds. So now coming up to 7 years of ownership. The Aprilia RSV 1000 R Factory is the utmost expression of Aprilia’s technological and sporting heritage. €79,90. Bad points: Check the inside of the swing arm before you buy because they crack. It still looks like new and rides like new. The RSV 1000 R also features simplified bodywork. CNC RACING Indoor Motorcycle Cover (Sport) €149,00. Otherwise only replaced Clutch pump at 25k and a Sidestand switch, That's factoring in an Alternator every 5 years, Everything is adjustable to suit each person. Aprilia RSV1000 R V4 FACTORY RSV 1000 R RSVR . It is ridden hard here as the cops are not as prominent as back in the UK, many track days around Kyalami and so far 24,000 very happy km's.It is nknown locally as the "snottin snortin rhino of a bike" as the pipes have been gutted and it make an unbelievable crisp rummble. Compare and buy parts for the Aprilia RSV R in the MCN Shop. its way to low and horn is in the place were normaly the indicators are ?? 26 owners have reviewed their APRILIA RSV1000 R (2004 - 2010) and rated it in a number of areas. Buying experience: Bought privately from a one owner who babied it. i cannot obv call on the quality of the manufacturing or the value as yet as A) i dont own it and B) its 2 years old, but everything seemed very well put together. Way back in 1997 Aprilia was the first manufacturer in the world to fit radial calipers. I bought my 2005 Aprilia 6 months old and with 1000 miles on the clock. Founded in 2007, Aprila RSV Forum is dedicated to the Aprilia RSV motorcycle. But it's not the first time Aprilia has used radial-mount calipers. Here is a bike designed for those who demand maximum performance on the track. The power, noise and rideability of the bike has been completely changed for the good. Reliability? Power is provided by a 4-Stroke, 997.6cc, Liquid cooled, DOHC, V Twin engine with Electric starter. Being a low volume production bike from a small Italian factory, some of the parts are now unobtainable. Firstly the company I bought it off gave me the worst service I have ever experienced in my life and didn't prepare the bike properly. Now every bike I desire is £20k plus :( it's paid for itself over and over with the joy it has given. More expensive version of the base Aprilia RSV1000R with Ohlins shock and steering damper, light forged wheels, gold frame, carbon and more. What is a APRILIA RSV? MELOTTI RACING Aprilia RSV 1000 R / Tuono Tail Tidy. Clocks quite comprehensive. Price was excellent (wherever you got one from) and from distant memory I think it was £7999 brand new. Gearbox is smooth except for finding neutral. £5,500.00. Sometimes after it's rained the ignition can be intermittent until it dries out. I have Arrow cans and up rated air filter fitted so it sounds fantastic and pulls like a train. Aprilia Dorsoduro RSV4, RSV 1000 R Motorcycle: RSV4 R maintains the same features that make the Aprilia RSV4 project so unique: The narrow 180 hp V4 engine, Ride-by-Wire integrated electronic management, dual injectors, … I've replaced the front brake discs after the fork seals leaked oil onto them, causing the front brakes to be very juddery. This one is serial number 50. The Aprilia RSV1000R motorcycle is tall, slender and quite a handful. It’s a joke how cheap these bikes have become. The battery has gone flat on me too, but you cant turn the lights off when the ignition is on, battery dies very quickly. Here is a bike designed for those who demand maximum performance on the track. Back brake is crap, neutral is a pain, the riding position suits me fine but its better since i added a double bubble Screen, Super slick Vee twin with none of the Ducati rattle, Brilliant. And, what a sound - especially after replacing the restrictive standard cans with some carbon fibre aftermarket ones. Strengths: Midrange, Front brakes, not many about. The mileage resets if the battery runs flat. The narrow, tall riding position suits some bikers better than others but wrists hurt at slow speed and numb bumb can set in after a hundred miles on the Aprilia RSV1000R motorcycle. Now just on 66.000 miles about, (clocks reset when alternator failed). 2003 Aprilia RSV 1000 R (model since 2003) motorcycle specifications & performance data review. Read what they have to say and what they like and dislike about the bike below. Note to self, dont leave the ignition on when tinkering to stop the alarm going off Even the fairing fasteners have been improved in design an… Amongst other things this meant that the single seat unit fell off into traffic on the ride home as it wasn't assembled properly (the lock still being in place on the bike and the plastics crushed in the road). Excellent in all regards...nothing has ever gone wrong with this bike and I've done some big European trips as well as track days etc. Registered Office: Media House, Peterborough Business Park, Lynch Wood, Peterborough, PE2 6EA H Bauer Publishing, Thankfully, the front brake is stunningly good. Not recommended for your regular motorcyclist, but if your looking for something different, go for it. It's build for the track or smooth fast roads where it really comes into it's element. Low down torque is plentiful, midrange is … The handling is sublime, particularly on fast smooth sweeping roads where its racing pedigree definitely shows. Overall? The back brake is shit, it needs a cover, and constant bleeding with 5.1 or you have to buy new rear sets and hang the master cylinder on the pegs like a normal bike! Thee most fun thing you will ride but to mental for the road, will end up band or dead. er, someone wanna lend me a SP2 for a few hours??? Known for Alternator problem which there is a mod for otherwise it's £5-800 approx roughly every 5 years depending on usage. What places the Aprilia RSV 1000 R in a class of its own is the care taken in its design and manufacture and the attention paid to every single component on the bike. How can you haggle when the owner sees you are frothing at the mouth? Yet, like all previous RSV 1000 R models, the new Factory still sells at a surprisingly low price. Maybe I’m just not a twin man? Yet, like all previous RSV 1000 R models, the new Factory still sells at a surprisingly low price. I bought this bike new in 2010. The RSV 1000 R is more of a true supersport than any other bike. Even after 10 years it still annoys me to think about it...can't say what I want to on this forum. The bike is at it's best on country roads for a couple of hours. Works best with a rider who can show it who’s boss. My final note, is that for long journeys expect to be very uncomfortable. I love the old school lack of ANY electronics. Neutral is another well known foible, but it becomes second nature to snick into neutral as you pull up. BikeBandit.com is your destination for RSV OEM parts, aftermarket accessories, tires and more. The Aprilia RSV1000R's comfort is not great. My son will at least inherit something. Over all a … Wheel bearings original and no wear, brake discs ditto (lots of engine braking). It had a geniuine 6800 miles on it, with only 2 previous owners (the last owner had it only 3 months because he really wanted a gixer). Perfect! Yet, like all previous RSV 1000 R models, the new Factory still sells at a surprisingly low price. Compare and buy parts for the Aprilia RSV R in the MCN Shop. When I get the time and inclination, I think a different master cylinder will be the order of the day. I also have a 916, 998, and 999S and this RSV1000R Factory handily trumps them all. Think this is my third review on here. The engine has been bulletproof, still on original clutch, it doesn't use any oil or smoke, the gearbox has a lovely slick feeling with only the annoying neutral still awkward to get. Rear brake is absolute garbage unless you bleed it every week or convert it to the vertical RSV4 style (very easy to do). But get it on the fast sweeping bends in Wales or Spain etc and it's almost an ethereal experience. Awesome bike, just traded in my 2003 gsxr600 and was a little worried about not having a full blown sports bike, forget it this is one awesome bike, just had 600 mile service and writing this as i got back from using them extra revs, takes a little getting used to, locked up the rear a few times flying into corners and shifting down, but just me not used to the engine braking. I'd have another any day but my wife won't let me, she thought I was too mental on it. The Aprilia RSV 1000 R is a sport bike motorcycle made by Italian company Aprilia from 2004 through 2010. Weaknesses: Lack of room under rear seat!!!! Its also slightly let down on the paint quality on the tank as its water based and showed signs of wear after just a couple of hundered miles. A few head shakes when the front lifts and it felt very tall and heavy. What's gone wrong? 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