Aprilia RSV 4 R 2010 vs. Yamaha R1 2016

Aprilia RSV 4 R 2010

Aprilia RSV 4 R 2010

Yamaha R1 2016

Yamaha R1 2016

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Overview - Aprilia RSV 4 R 2010 vs Yamaha R1 2016

The Aprilia RSV 4 R 2010 and the Yamaha R1 2016 are both supersport motorcycles that offer impressive performance and features.

In terms of engine specifications, the Aprilia RSV 4 R 2010 has a bore of 78 mm and a stroke of 52.3 mm, while the Yamaha R1 2016 has a slightly larger bore of 79 mm and a shorter stroke of 50.9 mm. This difference in engine design may result in slightly different power delivery characteristics. The Yamaha R1 2016 has a higher engine power of 200 HP compared to the Aprilia RSV 4 R 2010's 180 HP. However, the torque figures are quite similar, with the Yamaha R1 2016 producing 112.4 Nm and the Aprilia RSV 4 R 2010 producing 113 Nm. Both motorcycles have 4 cylinders and a displacement of around 1000 ccm.

Aprilia RSV 4 R 2010

Aprilia RSV 4 R 2010

In terms of suspension, both motorcycles feature upside-down telescopic forks at the front, providing excellent stability and control. The front brakes on both bikes are double disk, ensuring strong and reliable stopping power.

In terms of dimensions and weights, both motorcycles have the same front tire width of 120 mm and front tire diameter of 17 inches. The rear tire width is also the same at 190 mm, with a diameter of 17 inches. The wheelbase of the Aprilia RSV 4 R 2010 is slightly longer at 1420 mm compared to the Yamaha R1 2016's 1405 mm. The seat height of the Yamaha R1 2016 is slightly higher at 855 mm compared to the Aprilia RSV 4 R 2010's 845 mm. Both motorcycles have a fuel tank capacity of 17 liters.

In terms of strengths, the Aprilia RSV 4 R 2010 is praised for its very good looks, good rims, positive chassis, strong brakes, agile handling, and lots of driving pleasure. It also has a powerful engine that delivers exhilarating performance. On the other hand, the Yamaha R1 2016 is known for its lively handling, high-revving and precisely controllable engine, and excellent electronics package.

Yamaha R1 2016

Yamaha R1 2016

In terms of weaknesses, the Aprilia RSV 4 R 2010 is criticized for its clutch feel, stability under braking, and too extreme seating position. On the other hand, the Yamaha R1 2016's only weakness mentioned is that it only has a shift assistant for upshifting, potentially limiting the convenience and smoothness of gear changes.

Overall, both the Aprilia RSV 4 R 2010 and the Yamaha R1 2016 are impressive supersport motorcycles with their own strengths and weaknesses. Choosing between the two would depend on individual preferences and priorities, such as styling, handling characteristics, and desired level of electronic features.

Technical Specifications Aprilia RSV 4 R 2010 compared to Yamaha R1 2016

Aprilia RSV 4 R 2010
Yamaha R1 2016

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore78 mmBore79 mm
StrokeStroke52.3 mmStroke50.9 mm
Engine powerEngine power180 HPEngine power200 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power12,250 rpmRpm at Max. Power13,500 rpm
TorqueTorque113 NmTorque112.4 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque10,000 rpmRpm at Torque11,500 rpm
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath, AntihoppingClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders4
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,000 ccmDisplacement998 ccm

Suspension Front

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

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc

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 width190 mmRear tyre width190 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,040 mmLength2,055 mm
WidthWidth735 mmWidth690 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,420 mmWheelbase1,405 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height845 mmSeat Height855 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity17 lFuel Tank Capacity17 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Aprilia RSV 4 R 2010

Aprilia RSV 4 R 2010

The RSV4 is fun. In the saddle there is a real racing feeling and no 1000cc bike steers as quickly as the RSV4 when entering a corner. In terms of sportiness, handling and engine characteristics, the RSV4 Factory received nothing but praise from all test riders. However, the radical overall concept has two major disadvantages: the seating position on long stretches of road and the slightly unstable rear end.

Very good looks

good rims

positive chassis

strong brakes

agile handling

lots of driving pleasure

powerful engine.

Feel to the clutch

stability under braking

too extreme seating position.

Yamaha R1 2016

Yamaha R1 2016

Yamaha's high-tech rocket is still a technological leader in 2016. Radical, polarising and fascinating, it sets powerful lap times. It is closer to the race bikes than the other 1000s. In the meantime, no one grumbles about the front. Without the "M", it is the best choice for those who don't need Öhlins anyway, or the best choice for those who are planning a racetrack conversion anyway and like to install "normal" Öhlins hardware without electric stuff.

Lively handling

high-revving and precisely controllable engine

excellent electronics package

Shift assistant only for upshifting

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Aprilia RSV 4 R vs Yamaha R1

There are a few key differences between a Aprilia RSV 4 R 2010 and a Yamaha R1 2016. It takes less time to sell a Yamaha R1 with 73 days compared to 94 days for the Aprilia RSV 4 R. Since model year 2010 1000PS.de editors have written 3 reviews for the Aprilia RSV 4 R and 80 reviews for the Yamaha R1 since model year 2005. The first review for the Aprilia RSV 4 R was published on 12/15/2009 and now has more than 8,600 views. This compares to more than 3,900 views for the first review on Yamaha R1 published on 4/28/2003.

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