Aprilia·Supersport·999–1099cc

RSV4

↘ Evolution history · 2009 → present
18
Years of production
3
Generations
1099
current cc
220
Horsepower
18
Vintages

Aprilia's flagship. 220 hp 65° V4, full MotoGP-derived APRC electronics, three-time World Superbike champion.

↓ Changes year by year
Gen 3 · 2021 — present
THIRD GENERATION — 1099CC EURO 5+

Deep overhaul for 2021: new 1,099cc V4 raised to 217 hp (Euro 5), completely restyled RS 660-inspired design, renaming (dropping '1100') and standard colour TFT + Aprilia MIA Bluetooth. In 2025, throttle bodies grow to 52 mm for 220 hp (Euro 5+) and the MotoGP winglets are redesigned. The 2026 model year refines geometry and extends corner-by-corner settings via the MIA app.

2026
CFrame
Revised geometry: fork offset +2 mm, engine raised 5 mm in the frame, swingarm pivot raised 2.5 mm — sharper steering response
Medium
EElectronics
Corner-by-corner settings (8-level TC, 3-level AWC, 3-level engine braking) via Aprilia MIA extended to standard version
Medium
2025
MEngine
220 hp at 13,100 rpm via 52 mm throttle bodies (vs 48 mm), new exhaust system — Euro 5+ compliant, 125 Nm at 10,800 rpm
Major
AAesthetics
Redesigned aerodynamic winglets inspired by the MotoGP RS-GP — increased aerodynamic downforce at speed, better fairing integration
Medium
EElectronics
Factory: Öhlins Smart EC 2.0 with corner-by-corner settings — TC, wheelie control and engine braking adjustable corner by corner via Aprilia MIA app
Medium
2024
AAesthetics
No notable change — colours carried over
Minor
2023
AAesthetics
No notable change — colours carried over
Minor
2022
AAesthetics
No notable change — colours carried over
Minor
2021
MEngine
New 1,099cc Euro 5 V4 — 217 hp at 13,200 rpm, 125 Nm at 10,500 rpm, 48 mm ride-by-wire throttle bodies; '1100' badge dropped
Major
AAesthetics
Completely restyled RS 660-inspired design — new bodywork, standard colour TFT display, more compact and modern silhouette
Major
EElectronics
Full APRC suite: 6 modes (3 Road + 3 Track), multimap cornering ABS, 8-level ATC TC, AWC anti-wheelie, ALC launch control, ACC cruise control, standard bidi AQS quickshifter, Aprilia MIA Bluetooth
Major
Buyer radar
2021

217 hp Euro 5, standard TFT + MIA Bluetooth — best entry into gen 3. Excellent price/performance ratio on the used market.

GOOD PICK
2025

220 hp Euro 5+, redesigned MotoGP winglets, corner-by-corner Smart EC 2.0 (Factory) — world's most powerful homologated production superbike. New purchase priority.

TOP BUY
2026

Refined geometry + corner-by-corner MIA on standard — slightly enriched model year, optimal new purchase if available.

TOP BUY
Gen 2 · 2016 — 2020
SECOND GENERATION — RR, RF & 1100 FACTORY

Developed for the 2016 SBK rules (less-modifiable production models), the RSV4 RR and RF join the 201 hp club on the 999.6cc base with a revised chassis and standard ABS. In 2019, the RSV4 1100 Factory marks another milestone: 1,078cc, 214 hp, standard MotoGP aerodynamic wings and fourth-generation APRC (cornering ABS, 6 modes). In 2020, the Öhlins forks gain electronic Smart EC management.

2020
EElectronics
RSV4 1100 Factory: Öhlins NIX forks gain Smart EC electronic management — real-time compression/rebound adjustment based on riding dynamics (replaces manual adjustment)
Medium
2019
MEngine
RSV4 1100 Factory: new 1,078cc V4 (stroke increased to 60 mm), 214 hp at 13,200 rpm, 122 Nm — standard MotoGP-derived aerodynamic winglets
Major
EElectronics
Fourth-generation APRC: multimap cornering ABS, pit limiter, 6 ride modes (3 Road + 3 Track), standard bidi AQS quickshifter, 6-axis IMU
Major
2018
CFrame
RR repositioned as entry level (Sachs, cast wheels, lower price); RF retained with Öhlins TTX and forged wheels — cleaner range structure
Minor
2017
MEngine
Euro 4 compliance — recalibrated injection, revised exhaust system; nominal power maintained at 201 hp
Medium
2016
MEngine
RSV4 RR and RF on sale: 201 hp on 999.6cc — new SBK chassis (wheelbase +4 mm, lowered centre of gravity, improved mass centralisation)
Major
EElectronics
ABS standard across the entire range for the first time — full APRC (ATC TC, AWC, ALC, AQS quickshifter, AEB engine braking)
Major
CFrame
RF: Öhlins TTX full-adj + forged wheels; RR: Sachs fork, cast wheels — both on the new homologated SBK frame
Major
Buyer radar
2017

RR Euro 4, standard ABS, 201 hp — best price/performance ratio of gen 2 on the used market. 6th gear worth monitoring at high mileage.

GOOD PICK
2019

1100 Factory 214 hp, MotoGP wings, cornering APRC — unmatched superbike spec on the used market. Check service history and mileage.

TOP BUY
2020

Öhlins Smart EC added — most accomplished model year of gen 2. Premium over 2019 justified by the semi-active suspension.

TOP BUY
Gen 1 · 2009 — 2015
FIRST GENERATION — FACTORY & R

Launched in 2009 as the successor to the V-twin RSV 1000R, the RSV4 introduces an all-new 65° 999.6cc V4 — Aprilia's first production four-cylinder. Ride-by-wire, extractable cassette gearbox and mechanical slipper clutch are standard from the start. In 2011, the Factory APRC SE (350 units) marks a world first: 8-level TC, wheelie control, launch control and quickshifter on a road bike. APRC becomes standard in 2013, with a 4 hp gain.

2015
AAesthetics
Final gen 1 Factory & R year — colours carried over; RSV4 RF and RR announced as 2016 replacements
Minor
2014
AAesthetics
No notable change — colours carried over
Minor
2013
MEngine
+4 hp via new exhaust system and revised engine management — ~184 hp; tank increased to 18.5 L
Medium
EElectronics
APRC (8-level TC, wheelie control, launch control, AQS quickshifter) standard — APRC SE 2011 package extended to full range; ABS optional
Medium
2012
AAesthetics
No notable change — colours carried over
Minor
2011
EElectronics
Factory APRC SE (350 units): world first on a production road bike — 8-level ATC traction control, AWC wheelie control, ALC launch control, full-throttle AQS quickshifter — APRC (Aprilia Performance Ride Control) suite
Major
2010
CFrame
RSV4 R launched: accessible version with Showa fork, Sachs shock and cast wheels — identical engine to the Factory
Medium
SSafety
Worldwide recall (~300 bikes): preventive engine replacement — out-of-tolerance connecting rods detected, no incidents reported
Medium
2009
MEngine
Launch: 65° longitudinal 999.6cc liquid-cooled V4, ~180 hp, 115 Nm — ride-by-wire, extractable 6-speed cassette gearbox, mechanical slipper clutch, 3 engine maps (Road / Sport / Track)
Major
CFrame
Aluminium twin-spar perimeter frame, Öhlins 43 mm full-adj inverted fork, Öhlins monoshock, Brembo monoblock radial brakes, forged wheels — 180 kg dry
Major
AAesthetics
Full SBK-inspired sport fairing — air intakes beneath the headlights (no central front inlet), compact aggressive lines
Major
Buyer radar
2013

Standard APRC, ~184 hp — the most complete gen 1. Check the 2010 connecting-rod recall history on 2009-2010 examples.

GOOD PICK
2015

Final gen 1 — full APRC spec. Service history essential: 6-speed gearbox and output sprocket oil seal worth monitoring.

GOOD PICK