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Aprilia SMV 1200 Dorsoduro
NO COMPROMISES FOR A BIKE WITH NOTHING BUT PURE FUN IN ITS SIGHTS EXPLOSIVELY POWERFUL, EXTREMELY AGILE AND PERFORMANCE-FOCUSED, THIS EXCLUSIVE TWIN-CYLINDER MOTARD HAS BEEN CREATED TO SATISFY EVEN THE MOST DISCERNING OF RIDERS WHO DEMAND THE BEST IN A BIKE. With 277 GP wins, Aprilia is the most successful racing brand in the history of the Motorcycle GP World Championship. On September 26, 2010, Max Biaggi secured the world SBK riders' championship in the saddle of his RSV4 with still a round to go before the end of the season. The following weekend at Magny Cours - the last round in the season - Aprilia also clinched the world constructors' championship, winning both races and racking up the 45th world title in the brand's history. 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. A new record-breaking twin cylinder engine in a 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. An extreme bike that takes the concept of fun riding - introduced by the Dorsoduro 750 and enjoyed by countless riders around the world - to the next level. Dorsoduro 1200 is the new benchmark in the maxi motard class. Aprilia Dorsoduro 1200 is a bike that multiplies the basic concepts of the Motard to the nth power to satisfy even the most demanding riders - riders who accept no compromise in their pursuit of the best.
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. This is a unique, special and elite bike, which complements the skills of the rider and takes them to extraordinary new levels. With the perfect riding position for total control, a powerful 130 hp engine and an incredibly nimble, class-beating chassis in true Aprilia tradition, the Aprilia Dorsoduro 1200 is the kind of bike that just begs you to twist open the throttle. A bike that is unbeatable in the bends - like all Dorsoduros - that also offers the high power performance of a genuine sports machine. 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. Powerful, agile and smooth, the Dorsoduro 1200 is
powered by the all-new latest generation twin-cylinder engine, with the most
advanced technology in the segment. The boisterous 90° V2 unleashes 130 hp of
record-breaking power. True to Aprilia tradition, the chassis layout is simply
without par in its class. 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 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 Aprilia Traction Control (ATC), for total fun in total safety.
The
unique characteristics of the Aprilia Dorsoduro 1200 in detail: •
Electronic fuel injection;
DESIGN These elements complement the pure design of the Dorsoduro 1200 perfectly, with an outstanding attention to detail evident in features such as the two-tone paintwork of the frame, the tail fairing colour-coded with the rest of the body elements and the new dual exhaust with black heat shields. Even the 15 litre fuel tank is perfectly integrated into the sleek forms of the Dorsoduro 1200. Dorsoduro 1200 a bike with the soul of a pure motard racer. The ultra-narrow mid section of the bike - the area that interacts most with the movements of the rider's body when riding hard - emphasises the extreme compactness of the bike itself. The rider becomes an integral part of the machine and can move freely in the slender and perfectly straight saddle to dominate the brutal power of the engine in all situations. None of the typical acrobatics of the motard style are beyond the reach of this bike. THE 1200 cc V90 ENGINE: THE STATE OF THE ART IN TWIN CYLINDER
TECHNOLOGY The main characteristics of this ultra-sophisticated engine are as follows:
The latest generation injection system uses micro-nebuliser injectors. In
conjunction with optimised fluid dynamics, this solution ensures ideal
combustion, for an engine that is not only powerful but also extremely clean.
Twin spark ignition also contributes to cleaner emissions, as well as ensuring
totally smooth power delivery. SPORT: extreme, for when you want to put yourself to the test with immediate and direct explosive power. TOURING: smooth, for making full use of the shattering power of the 1200 cc engine in all conditions. RAIN: balanced, with power reigned in to 100 hp for maximum fun even in poor grip or wet conditions. With its state-of-art technology, the Aprilia V90 unleashes class-beating levels of power. No other maxi motard comes close to the performance of the Dorsoduro 1200: with 130 hp at 8,700 rpm and a maximum torque of 115 Nm at 7,200 rpm, this engine sets new records for the motard genre. To further emphasise the performance of the engine, a new 2-into-1-into-2 exhaust system has been designed specifically for the bike. Made entirely from stainless steel, the generous internal volume of the system ensures a spine-tingling and distinctive sound.
THE FRAME: FEATHER-LIGHT BUT ULTRA-STIFF The lateral and steeply raked position of the rear shock absorber is a precise engineering choice, determined after testing numerous different configurations. This solution frees up precious space for the generously sized exhaust headers, which are needed to fully exploit the potential of the 1200 cc engine. This made it possible to optimise the layout of the exhaust system without adding unnecessarily to the length of the bike, while also protecting the shock absorber - a vital component in its own right - from high temperatures. SUSPENSION: PERFORMANCE UNDER CONTROL The side-mounted Sachs gas shock absorber with separate canister is pivoted directly onto the swingarm in a cantilever configuration and features adjustable spring preload and hydraulic compression and rebound damping. A component allowing experienced riders to explore the full potential of the bike's performance, even on the track. The rear wheel stroke is 155mm, again in line with the supermoto philosophy that aims for an effective, controlled suspension but with a long stroke.
BRAKES: RACING TECHNOLOGY - ALSO AVAILABLE WITH
ABS The 240 mm rear disc is also braked by a Brembo calliper - in this case a single piston unit. Both the front and rear brake systems employ aeronautical grade metal braided hoses, which eliminate the undesirable pressure fluctuations of conventional hoses for maximum braking precision and truly class-beating stopping performance. Dorsoduro 1200 is also available with a two-channel ABS system, which can be deactivated by the user directly from the instrument panel. This ABS system is specifically calibrated to let the rider fully exploit the power of the brakes and the grip of the tyres in the dry, so as not to detract from the immense fun of this bike. The Dorsoduro 1200 is also the only maxi-motard
available today with Aprilia Traction Control (ATC): an exclusive traction
control system - Level 1: for an extreme riding experience and
maximum fun and
adrenaline, when curbing the incredible power of the engine is the last thing on
your mind. COMPONENTRY: TOP OF THE CLASS - The anodised aluminium tapered handlebar is an unequivocal reference to competition supermoto bikes. An incredibly light component, designed to guarantee top dynamic control of the bike. - Hydraulically operated clutch. Ensuring consistently precise engagement and exemplary smoothness, the clutch is self-adjusting and, as a result, maintenance-free.
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