The Aprilia Caponord 1200 is a force to be reckoned with in the adventure touring segment. At its heart lies a potent 90-degree 1200cc liquid-cooled V-twin engine, pumping out 128 horsepower and 116Nm of torque through its six-speed gearbox.
Selectable engine mapping modes – Sport, Touring, and Rain – let you tailor your ride to suit any terrain or weather conditions. The ride-by-wire throttle ensures smooth, consistent power delivery, while the hydraulic clutch makes gear shifts silky-smooth.
The Caponord 1200’s chassis is a masterclass in balance and agility, with a blend of steel tubes and forged aluminum plates that make it both light and strong. Long-distance riding has never been easier or more comfortable, thanks to optimized ergonomics and a range of clever features like height-adjustable windshields and generous storage space.
With its 24-liter fuel tank offering over 300km of range per fill-up, the Caponord 1200 is the perfect companion for any adventure. Whether you’re carving through twisties or traversing rugged terrain, this machine has got your back – and a whole lot more besides.
Key Specifications
Engine Type
Four stroke, longitudinal 90V twin, DOHCwith mixed gear/chain timing system,4 valves per cylinder Twin Spark
Engine Capacity
1197 cc / 73.0 cu in
Max Power
125 hp / 91.9 kW @ 8500 rpm
Max Torque
114 Nm / 11.6 kgf-m / 84.6 lb/ft @ 6500 rpm
Fuel Tank Capacity
6.34 US gallons / 24.0 L
*n/a – information not provided by manufacturer
All Specifications
Make & Model
Model
Aprilia Caponord 1200
Year
2014
Engine
Engine Type
Four stroke, longitudinal 90V twin, DOHCwith mixed gear/chain timing system,4 valves per cylinder Twin Spark
Displacement
1197 cc / 73.0 cu in
Bore x Stroke
106 x 67.8 mm
Compression Ratio
12.0 0.5 : 1
Max Horsepower
125 hp / 91.9 kW @ 8500 rpm
Max Torque
114 Nm / 11.6 kgf-m / 84.6 lb/ft @ 6500 rpm
Engine Management System
Integrated engine management system. Injection with triple map Ride by Wire throttle management: Sport (S), Touring (T), Rain (R)
Cooling System
Liquid cooled
Exhaust
2 into 1 exhaust system in 100% stainless steel with three-way catalytic converter and lambda probe
Performance
Top Speed
n/a
*n/a – information not provided by manufacturer
Transmission
Clutch
Multiple discs in oil bath, hydraulically operated
Modular tubular steel frame fastened to aluminum side plates by high strength bolts. Removable steel rear
Front Suspension
Sachs 43 mm upside-down front fork with fully adjustable compression and rebound damping and spring preload.
Front Suspension Travel
6.5 inches / 167 mm
Rear Suspension
Sachs hydraulic shock absorber with adjustable rebound and preload.
Rear Suspension Travel
5.9 inches / 150 mm
Rake
26.1
Trail
125 mm / 4.9 in
Wheels & Brakes
Wheels
Lightweight aluminium alloy with three split spokes.
Front Wheel/Rim Size
3.50 X 17
Front Tire Size
120/70-ZR17
Rear Wheel/Rim Size
6.00 x 17
Rear Tire Size
180/55 -ZR17
Front Brakes
2x 320 mm stainless steel floating discs. Brembo four-piston radial callipers. Metal braided brake hoses.
Rear Brakes
Single 240 mm stainless steel disc. Single piston Brembo caliper. Metal braided brake hose. Continental two channel ABS system and Aprilia Traction Control (ATC).
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