2025 · Supersport · A variant of the RSV4 1100
RSV4 1100 Factory (MY2025-Factory)
Differences between the standard RSV4 1100 and the Factory
220 Horses, Zero Compromise
The Machine's Character
The Factory build of the RSV4 1100 is organized around one thing: a 1099 cc V4 making 220 hp at 13,000 rpm and 94 lb-ft at 10,800 rpm, sitting inside MotoGP-derived aerodynamics. That is about as much output as any production road bike carries, and Aprilia's answer is control rather than restraint. APRC with slide control, cornering ABS, wheelie and launch control, three ride-by-wire maps, and Öhlins Smart EC 2.0 semi-active suspension all come standard, along with forged aluminum wheels and a bidirectional quickshifter. Nothing here reads as decoration. It is a race package with a license plate bracket attached.
At 450 lb wet with a 33.1 in seat, this bike asks for a rider who already knows what they want from a corner. Give it that, and it stays honest: the electronics keep the power usable, the suspension holds its quality as the miles stack up, and the chassis rewards setup work instead of punishing it. The caveat is simple. There is no cruising equipment to speak of, no USB port, no heated grips, no adjustable screen, and connectivity plus tire pressure monitoring cost extra. Buy it for the roads and days you actually plan to ride hard, not for the commute in between.
Hard Numbers
Spec sheets don't ride bikes, but they set the baseline.
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| Power | 220 hp (162 kW) @ 13,000 rpm |
|---|---|
| Torque | 94 lb-ft (127 Nm) @ 10,800 rpm |
| Displacement | 1099 cc |
| Engine | V4 |
| Cooling | Liquid-cooled |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Final drive | Chain |
| Fork | Upside-down (USD) |
| Front brake | 330 mm |
| Front tire | 120/70-17 |
| Rear tire | 200/55-17 |
| Seat height | 33.1 in (840 mm) |
| Wet weight | 450 lb (204 kg) |
| Fuel capacity | 4.9 gal (18.5 L) |
Equipment check
Chassis
- Front Suspension Adjustable Standard
- Rear Suspension Adjustable Standard
- Steering Damper Standard
Connectivity
- TFT Display Standard
- Smartphone Connectivity Aprilia MIA Integrated navigationHandsfree phone integration Optional
Drivetrain
- Quickshifter Aprilia Quick Shift (AQS) Bidirectional Full throttle upshiftClutchless riding Standard
- Slipper Clutch Standard
Lighting
- LED Headlight Standard
Safety
- ABS Standard
- Cornering ABS Standard
- Traction Control Aprilia APRC with Slide Control Lean sensitive tractionControlled wheelie prevention Standard
- Ride Modes Aprilia APRC Ride-by-Wire (three switchable maps) Selectable ride modesRefined throttle response Standard
- Wheelie Control Standard
- Launch Control Standard
Signature Tech
The named systems that set this bike apart — and what each one does for you.
Suspension
- Öhlins Smart EC 2.0 Standard
- Realtime road adaptation
- Brake dive control
- Acceleration stability
- Wider usable range
Wheels
- Aprilia Forged Aluminum Wheels Standard
- Reduced unsprung rotating mass
- Agile weight reduction
What the RSV4 1100 Factory Adds — Differences vs the Standard RSV4 1100
The RSV4 1100 Factory (MY2025-Factory) builds on the standard RSV4 1100: the upgraded hardware, the key spec changes and where its character shifts. The full ride, specs, scoring and verdict are all right here on this page.
Hard spec differences
| Spec | Standard RSV4 1100 | Factory | Δ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel capacity | 4.8 gal | 4.9 gal | +0.1 gal |
Known issues
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Rear turn signal and taillight may flicker or fail
On certain 2026 models (produced Feb-Jul 2025), two wires in the rear light cluster are left unsoldered, causing random flickering or complete failure of turn signals and tail light. This can increase crash risk. Aprilia has issued a recall (NHTSA 25V591) to replace both rear turn signals.
The Numbers Compared
Compare the technical specifications of the Aprilia RSV4 1100 with other bikes in its class.
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Alternatives to the Aprilia RSV4 1100
If this one isn't quite the fit, these are the bikes worth riding back-to-back against it.
Any price note compares both bikes at the same age — the youngest age both have on the used market — against this Aprilia RSV4 1100. “cheaper/pricier” is what that bike costs second-hand, not how worn it is.
