Aprilia SMV 1200 Dorsoduro (2012)

Aprilia SMV 1200 Dorsoduro (2012)

The Aprilia SMV 1200 Dorsoduro is a high-performance motard designed to deliver unbridled excitement and thrill on the open road. Its potent twin-cylinder engine, boasting three distinct engine maps, allows riders to tailor power delivery to suit their style and surroundings.

With its razor-sharp handling and exceptional agility, this bike promises an exhilarating experience that’s as much about precision as it is about raw power. The high-spec Brembo brakes with radial-mount callipers and improved hydraulic clutch only add to the riding excitement.

From its sleek forms and broad handlebars to its premium componentry and attention to detail, every aspect of the Dorsoduro 1200 has been meticulously crafted to deliver an exceptional ride experience. And with optional Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) and Aprilia Traction Control (ATC), riders can push their limits even further.

The result is a motorcycle that embodies the perfect blend of power, agility, and precision – truly an explosion of excitement waiting to be unleashed on the road.

Key Specifications

Engine TypeFour stroke, longitudinal 90V twin, DOHC,4 valves per cylinder Twin Spark
Engine Capacity73.0 cubic inches / 1197 cc
Max Power96 kw / 130 hp
Max Torque115 Nm / 11.7 kgf-m / 84.8 lb-ft @ 7200 rpm
Fuel Tank Capacity12Litres / 3.17 gal
Aprilia SMV 1200 Dorsoduro (2012)

All Specifications

Make & Model

ModelAprilia SMV 1200 Dorsoduro
Year2012

Engine

Engine TypeFour stroke, longitudinal 90V twin, DOHC,4 valves per cylinder Twin Spark
Displacement73.0 cubic inches / 1197 cc
Bore x Stroke106 x 67.8 mm
Compression Ratio12.5:1
Max Horsepower96 kw / 130 hp
Max Torque115 Nm / 11.7 kgf-m / 84.8 lb-ft @ 7200 rpm
Engine Management SystemIntegrated engine management system. Injection with Ride by Wire technology control of the throttle bodies
Cooling SystemLiquid cooled
Exhaust2 into 1 exhaust system in 100% stainless steel with three-way catalytic converter and lambda probe

Performance

Top Speed230.2 km/h / 143 mph

Transmission

ClutchMultiple discs in oil bath, hydraulically operated
Gearbox6 Speed
Gear Ratios1st 14:36 / 2nd 17:32 / 3rd 20:30 / 4th 22:28 / 5th 23:26 / 6th 24:25
Final DriveChain

Electrical & Electronics System

StarterElectric

Chassis & Suspension

Frame TypeModular tubular steel frame fastened to aluminium side plates by high strength bolts. Removable rear aluminium subframe
Front Suspension43 mm Sachs upside-down front fork with fully adjustable compression and rebound damping and spring preload.
Front Suspension Travel6.2 inches / 160 mm
Rear SuspensionAluminium alloy swingarm Piggy-back design Sachs hydraulic shock absorber with fully adjustable compression and rebound damping and spring preload.
Rear Suspension Travel6.1 inches / 155 mm

Wheels & Brakes

WheelsAluminium alloy
Front Tire Size120/70-ZR17
Rear Tire Size180/55 -ZR17
Front Brakes2 x 320 mm stainless steel floating discs. Radial calipers with four pistons
Rear BrakesSingle 240 mm, single piston caliper, metal braided brake pipe

Dimension & Weights

Fuel Tank Capacity12Litres / 3.17 gal
Dry Weight212 kg / 409 lbs

Features

  • New colour schemes
  • High-spec Brembo brakes with radial-mount callipers
  • Improved hydraulic clutch
  • Ride-by-wire technology
  • Three different engine maps for power delivery adjustment
  • Matrix instrument panel with onboard computer
  • Anti-lock brakes (ABS)
  • Aprilia Traction Control (ATC) – optional
  • 277 HP twin-cylinder engine
  • 130 hp engine output
  • Nimble, class-beating chassis
  • Perfect riding position for total control
  • Broad handlebars
  • Premium componentry
  • Light and agile design
Aprilia SMV 1200 Dorsoduro (2012)
Aprilia SMV 1200 Dorsoduro (2012)
Aprilia SMV 1200 Dorsoduro (2012)
Aprilia SMV 1200 Dorsoduro (2012)

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