Aprilia RSV4 1100 Factory 2020 vs. Aprilia RSV4 RF 2017

Aprilia RSV4 1100 Factory 2020

Aprilia RSV4 1100 Factory 2020

Aprilia RSV4 RF 2017

Aprilia RSV4 RF 2017

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Overview - Aprilia RSV4 1100 Factory 2020 vs Aprilia RSV4 RF 2017

The Aprilia RSV4 1100 Factory 2020 and the Aprilia RSV4 RF 2017 are both powerful supersport motorcycles with similar technical specifications. They both have V4 engines with a bore of 78 mm and a stroke of 52.3 mm. The engine power is slightly higher in the RSV4 1100 Factory, with 217 HP compared to the 201 HP of the RSV4 RF. Both bikes have a torque of 115 Nm and feature a 999.6 cc displacement. They also have four cylinders and DOHC valves.

In terms of suspension, the RSV4 1100 Factory 2020 is equipped with a Sachs upside-down telescopic fork in the front and a Sachs monoshock in the rear. On the other hand, the RSV4 RF 2017 features Öhlins suspension both in the front and rear. Both bikes have an aluminum frame and double disk brakes in the front with Brembo technology. The RSV4 RF 2017 has radial brakes, while the RSV4 1100 Factory 2020 has monoblock brakes.

Both motorcycles come with advanced rider assistance systems such as ABS, launch control, quickshifter, traction control, and anti-wheelie. They have the same tire dimensions, with a front tire width of 120 mm and a rear tire width of 200 mm, both with a diameter of 17 inches. The wheelbase and seat height are also identical, measuring 1420 mm and 845 mm respectively. They have a dry weight of 180 kg and a fuel tank capacity of 18.5 liters.

Aprilia RSV4 1100 Factory 2020

Aprilia RSV4 1100 Factory 2020

The strengths of the Aprilia RSV4 1100 Factory 2020 include the sound of its V4 engine, which is highly regarded, and its wonderful power from around 6,000 revs. It also has a great chassis, excellent braking performance, and is considered a perfect basis for trackdays.

On the other hand, the strengths of the Aprilia RSV4 RF 2017 include its awesome, rev-happy engine, strong brakes, and top chassis. It is also praised for its wonderful sound, full electronics package, automatic gearshift with blipper, and pleasant ergonomics.

Aprilia RSV4 RF 2017

Aprilia RSV4 RF 2017

In terms of weaknesses, the RSV4 1100 Factory 2020 has been criticized for having little pressure below 5,000 revs and a seating position that can be strenuous on country roads. Tall riders may need to test drive the bike to ensure it is comfortable for them. Additionally, the price of the RSV4 1100 Factory 2020 may be seen as a drawback.

On the other hand, the RSV4 RF 2017 has been noted to have an unsteady front wheel when accelerating and too much information displayed on a small screen.

Overall, both the Aprilia RSV4 1100 Factory 2020 and the Aprilia RSV4 RF 2017 are high-performance motorcycles with their own strengths and weaknesses. The choice between the two would depend on individual preferences and priorities.

Technical Specifications Aprilia RSV4 1100 Factory 2020 compared to Aprilia RSV4 RF 2017

Aprilia RSV4 1100 Factory 2020
Aprilia RSV4 RF 2017

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeVEngine typeV
BoreBore78 mmBore78 mm
StrokeStroke52.3 mmStroke52.3 mm
Engine powerEngine power217 HPEngine power201 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power13,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power13,000 rpm
TorqueTorque115 NmTorque115 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque10,500 rpmRpm at Torque10,500 rpm
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath, AntihoppingClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath, Antihopping
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders4
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement999.6 ccmDisplacement999.6 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
BrandBrandSachsBrandÖhlins

Suspension Rear

Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
BrandBrandSachsBrandÖhlins

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameAluminium

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
TechnologyTechnologyradial, MonoblockTechnologyradial
BrandBrandBremboBrandBrembo

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Launch-Control, Quickshifter, Traction control, Anti-wheelieAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Launch-Control, Quickshifter, Traction control, Anti-wheelie

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width200 mmRear tyre width200 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,040 mmLength2,040 mm
WidthWidth735 mmWidth735 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,420 mmWheelbase1,420 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height845 mmSeat Height845 mm
Dry Weight (with ABS)Dry Weight (with ABS)180 kgDry Weight (with ABS)180 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity18.5 lFuel Tank Capacity18.5 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Aprilia RSV4 1100 Factory 2020

Aprilia RSV4 1100 Factory 2020

With its cubic capacity of 1,077 cc, it does not fit into any common racing regulations, but for ambitious hobby racers in particular, the expanded cubic capacity brings with it even better drivability. Only the best of the best was used for the chassis. The latest generation of the electronic Öhlins suspension is fitted to the tried and tested aluminium bridge frame. This worked perfectly in our test, but tended to be quite hard for country roads. When it comes to braking performance, you can rely on the noble Brembo Stylema calipers, which bite into a 330 mm double disc at the front. Well-dosed, incredibly accurate and enormously stable even on the racetrack - that's pleasing. The ergonomics are very compact. With a height of 845 mm, you sit quite high on the bike. The handlebar stubs therefore seem comparatively low. A lot of pressure on the front wheel, perfect for the race track. All in all, the Aprilia with its high-quality, racing-oriented chassis and aggressive seating position always delivers crystal-clear feedback and terrific stability in every situation. Perfect basis for trackdays or even for a racetrack conversion.

Sound of the V4 engine

wonderful power from around 6,000 revs

great chassis

excellent braking performance

perfect basis for trackdays.

little pressure below 5,000 revs

seating position strenuous on country roads

tall riders must test drive

price

Aprilia RSV4 RF 2017

Aprilia RSV4 RF 2017

The Aprilia RSV4 RF is a compact power rocket that requires an expert hand to make perfect use of its strengths. It tends to get bumpy at the front when accelerating, which can be managed with the right weight shift and looseness on the handlebars. Brutal acceleration in front of an impressive sound backdrop (with Akrapovic exhaust) meets hard deceleration in the braking zone thanks to grown 330 discs. On the entry, the RSV stabs precisely into the radius and reacts almost like a 600cc in bends. The numerous electronic riding aids demand some occupation and attention as to which settings one has just saved.

awesome, rev-happy engine

strong brakes

top chassis

wonderful sound

full electronics package

automatic gearshift with blipper

pleasant ergonomics

Unsteady front wheel when accelerating

too much information for too small a display

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Aprilia RSV4 1100 Factory vs Aprilia RSV4 RF

There are a few key differences between a Aprilia RSV4 1100 Factory 2020 and a Aprilia RSV4 RF 2017. It takes less time to sell a Aprilia RSV4 1100 Factory with 118 days compared to 143 days for a Aprilia RSV4 RF. Since model year 2019 1000PS.de editors have written 15 reviews for the Aprilia RSV4 1100 Factory and 10 reviews for the Aprilia RSV4 RF since model year 2015. The first review for the Aprilia RSV4 1100 Factory was published on 03/11/2018 and now has more than 61,300 views. This compares to more than 51,900 views for the first review on Aprilia RSV4 RF published on 21/11/2014.

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