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2011 Aprilia Dorsoduro 1200

Has been created Aprilia Dorsoduro 1200 to satisfy even the most discerning of riders who demand the best in a bike. A totally personalisable riding experience with triple map ride by wire. 2011 Aprilia Dorsoduro 1200 is also available with ABS and ATC Building on unique expertise and skills gathered in the world of racing, Aprilia continues to evolve its large-capacity, high-performance range. Dorsoduro 1200 is a heady cocktail of power, agility and precision - which is synonymous with pure fun in a motorcycle.

Extreme, powerful and exhilarating like nothing else in its class, the new Dorsoduro 1200 simply represents the best that a maximotard has to offer a rider in terms of performance, precision and excitement.

2011 Aprilia Dorsoduro 1200 is the new benchmark in the maxi motard class. An all-new record breaking twin cylinder powerplant producing an astonishing 130 hp in an incredible light and nimble chassis. With its sleek forms, broad handlebars, superb attention to detail and premium componentry, this motorcycle represents the zenith of the twin-cylinder maximotard class. Dorsoduro 1200 is an explosive cocktail
of horsepower, agility and precision that takes the concept of fun riding introduced by the Dorsoduro 750 to the next level.

Aprilia Dorsoduro 1200 combines power and agility, sportiness and essentiality, bringing together the best aspects of the street sports bike and Supermoto genres.

The result is the distilled essence of performance and technology, to reward the rider with unparalleled riding pleasure and fun. A bike that is unbeatable in the bends- like all Dorsoduros - that also offers the high power performance of a genuine sports machine. This is a unique, special and elite bike, which complements the skills of the rider and takes them to extraordinary new levels.

The heart of the Dorsoduro 1200 is the all-new Aprilia V2 1200cc 90° V-twin engine, which boasts the most advanced technology in the segment. Superlative mechanicals and perfection in terms of chassis design are the hallmarks of all Aprilia machines, and the same is naturally true of the Dorsoduro 1200 which, in addition, also boasts extremely sporty and sophisticated looks, outstanding new levels of finish and trim, and levels of agility and smoothness never experienced before on a twin this size.

With its essential lines oozing pure personality, the unmistakable design of the new Dorsoduro 1200 makes it stand out in any crowd. The finish and trim set new standards for exclusiveness, with details such as the painted tail fairing, the twotone frame and the dual exhaust with black heat shields.

The wind deflector and hand guards offer enhanced wind protection on a bike that is not just nimble in the bends, but is also capable of significant speed.

Naturally, the Dorsoduro 1200 boasts class-beating technical solutions, too. Radial Brembo callipers, hydraulic clutch, Ride by Wire with 3 different engine maps and the Matrix instrument panel with on board computer are all elements setting the Dorsoduro apart as a unique and exclusive project. The Dorsoduro is also available with ABS and ATC, for total fun in total safety.

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2011 Aprilia Dorsoduro 1200 Features

The most significant characteristics of the Aprilia Dorsoduro 1200 in detail: New 90° V-twin engine with four valves per cylinder, double overhead camshaft, liquid cooling and twin spark ignition , Triple map Ride by Wire technology (with Sport, Touring and Rain maps), Electronic fuel injection, Mixed gear/chain valve timing system, Exhaust system with three-way catalytic converter and oxygen sensor, Ultralight modular frame made from tubular steel trellis/aluminium castings offering outstanding torsional stiffness, Aluminium saddle mounting, Aluminium swingarm with lateral shock absorber, Fully adjustable 43 mm upside-down front fork and piggy-back design rear monoshock, Brembo racing brake system with radial callipers.

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2011 Aprilia Dorsoduro 1200 - Specifications
American MSRP: See Dealer for pricing
Canadian MSRP: See Dealer for pricing

Engine type Aprilia four-stroke longitudinal 90 V-twin, liquid cooled, double overhead camshafts with mixed gear/chain timing system and four valves per cylinder.
Fuel Unleaded petrol
Bore and stroke 106 x 67.8
Total engine capacity 1197 cc
Compression ratio 12.0 , 0.5: 1
Maximum power at crankshaft 130 hp (96 kW) at 8,700 rpm
Maximum torque at crankshaft 11.7 Kgm (115 Nm) at 7,200 rpm
Fuel system Integrated engine management system. Injection system with triple map Ride by Wire throttle management: Sport (S), Touring (T), Rain (R)
Ignition Digital electronic ignition integrated with injection system
Starter Electric
Exhaust system 100% stainless steel 2-into-2 exhaust system with dual catalytic converters and oxygen sensor
Alternator 450 W/6000 rpm
Lubrication Wet sump
Gearbox 6 speeds, drive ratio: 14/36, 17/32, 20/30, 22/28, 23/26, 24/25
Clutch Multiplate wet clutch, hydraulically operated
Primary drive Straight cut gears, drive ratio: 40/69
Secondary drive Chain. Drive ratio: 16/40
Chassis Modular tubular steel frame fastened to aluminium side plates by high strength bolts. Removable rear aluminium subframe
Front suspension . 43 mm Sachs upside-down front fork with fully adjustable compression and rebound damping and spring preload.
Wheel travel 160 mm.
Rear suspension Aluminium alloy swingarm
Piggy-back design Sachs hydraulic shock absorber with fully adjustable compression and rebound damping and spring
preload. Wheel travel 155 mm.
Brakes Front: Dual . 320 mm stainless steel floating discs. Brembo four-piston radial callipers. Metal braided brake hose.
Rear: . 240 mm stainless steel disc. Single piston Brembo calliper. Metal braided brake hose. Two channel Continental
ABS with Aprilia Traction Control (ATC) (specific version)
Wheel rims Aluminium alloy
Front: 3.50 X 17" Rear: 6.00 x 17"
Tyres Radial tubeless tyres; front: 120/70 ZR 17; rear: 180/55 ZR 17
Dimensions Max. length 2248 mm
Max. width 925 mm (at outer edges of hand guards)
Max. height 1205 mm (at instrument panel brow)
Saddle height 870 mm
Wheelbase 1528 mm
Trail 118 mm
Steering angle 27.3
Tank 15 litres (including 3.5 litre reserve)


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2011 Aprilia Dorsoduro 1200 - Europe Specifications
United Kingdom MSRP: £See Dealer for pricing

Engine: Aprilia four-stroke longitudinal 90° V-twin, liquid cooled, double overhead camshafts with mixed gear/chain timing system and four valves per cylinder.

Fuel: Unleaded petrol

Bore x Stroke: 106 x 67.8

Total displacement: 1197 cc

Compression ratio: 12.0 ± 0.5: 1

Maximum power at the crank: 130 hp (96 kW) at 8,700 rpm

Maximum torque at the crank: 11.7 Kgm (115 Nm) at 7,200 rpm

Fuel system: Integrated engine management system. Injection system with triple map Ride by Wire throttle management: Sport (S), Touring (T), Rain (R)

Ignition: Digital electronic ignition integrated with injection system.

Starting: Electric

Exhaust: 100% stainless steel 2-into-2 exhaust system with dual catalytic converters and oxygen sensor.

Generator: 450 W/6000 rpm

Lubrification: Wet sump

Gear box: 6 speeds, drive ratio: 14/36, 17/32, 20/30, 22/28, 23/26, 24/25

Clutch: Multiplate wet clutch, hydraulically operated.

Primary drive: Straight cut gears, drive ratio: 40/69

Final drive: Chain. Drive ratio: 16/40

Frame: Scomponibile traliccio in acciaio collegato con bulloni ad alta resistenza a piastre laterali in alluminio. Telaietto posteriore smontabile in alluminio.

Front suspension: 43 mm Sachs upside-down front fork with fully adjustable compression and rebound damping and spring preload. Wheel travel 160 mm.

Rear suspension: Aluminium alloy swingarm Piggy-back design Sachs hydraulic shock absorber with fully adjustable compression and rebound damping and spring preload. Wheel travel 155 mm.

Brakes: Front: Dual Æ 320 mm stainless steel floating discs. Brembo four-piston radial callipers. Metal braided brake hose. Rear: 240 mm stainless steel disc. Single piston Brembo calliper. Metal braided brake hose. Two channel Continental ABS with Aprilia Traction Control (ATC) (specific version)

Wheels: Aluminium alloy Front: 3.50 X 17" Rear: 6.00 x 17"

Tyres: Radial tubeless tyres; front: 120/70 ZR 17; rear: 180/55 ZR 17

Dimensions: Max. length 2248 mm Max. width 925 mm (at outer edges of hand guards) Max. height 1205 mm (at instrument panel brow) Saddle height 870 mm Wheelbase 1528 mm Trail 118 mm Steering angle 27.3°

Fuel tank capacity: 15 litres (including 3.5 litre reserve)

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