new aprilia v4

April 5 2006 from MCN Aprilia V4 1000 for 08. Aprilia has confirmed it is building a V4 1000 and plans to race it in 2008 ahead of production in 2009. http://www.motorcyclenews.com/jpeg/462/12208410.jpeg

This could be my next new bike.:drool: :tt:

The Aprillia's are usually pricier than the Japanese brands right? Also, is part availability limited in the OEM and aftermarket? I've always loved the italian styling in motorcycle design!

This could be my next new bike.:drool: :tt: i'm not surprised.

:withstupi

The Aprillia's are usually pricier than the Japanese brands right? Also, is part availability limited in the OEM and aftermarket? I've always loved the italian styling in motorcycle design! All it would need is some loud pips and maybe a gearing change to suit me.

Jeeps, if you get one... I'll be super duper jealous :( haha but good luck! I'd love one of those bad boys!

Jeeps, if you get one... I'll be super duper jealous :( haha but good luck! I'd love one of those bad boys! Its still a few years away if it even makes it state side.:tt:

Well, just to let everyone know about Aprilia (if you already didn't know about it). The V4 will be priced under Ducati 999R which should be around $25-26K but with a lot more bang for the buck. The current model lineup will most likely expand but RSV and Tuono will stay. Is Aprilia more expensive than Japs? Not really. Especially if you get slightly used one. Part availability is not any worse than Ducati. There a ton of aftermarket stuff out there for Aprilia. I agree not as much and not as widely available as for Japanese bikes but none the less plentiful. Realiability is superb. There some minor problems such as rear brake (needs bleeding) but besides that almost non-existant. Some people experienced ECU problems on RSVr but not very common. Rotax engine is bullet proof. Valve adjustment interval is unbelievable. Most likely you will not need any adjustment even after 10K. Some guys have over 30K miles on the clock and its still going strong. Here is my Beauty. Its 2003 Aprilia Falco http://img318.imageshack.us/img318/3449/picture31ls.jpg http://img318.imageshack.us/img318/8732/picture22bc.jpg http://img318.imageshack.us/img318/2908/picture107bi.jpg http://img318.imageshack.us/img318/6941/picture123cc.jpg http://img318.imageshack.us/img318/9636/picture61lu.jpg

i do love aprilias. if there was a dealer anywhere near it would be nice. Thanks for the update Falcolion.

Sweet bike there Falcolion! I don't think I could ever own one tho, Just the thought of ever dropping it would make me too nervous.

That Aprilla is SWEET!!!!

Thats beautiful Falcolion! Love the color scheme

it probably best there isnt an Aprilia dealer near me. Id be the one time i loose self control and spend large amounts of money.

We have a local Aprilia dealer. What is the performance of a V4 compared to a twin or I-4?

We have a local Aprilia dealer. What is the performance of a V4 compared to a twin or I-4? I know the Duc's can hold their own in motoGP with their V4's...or is it L4's?

I know the Duc's can hold their own in motoGP with their V4's...or is it L4's? The Ducati and Suzuki GP bikes are V4's.

Thanks everyone for the complements. This was my dream bike and I love it. It is also very reliable. I do not have a lot of miles since I do not have much time to ride but I know some guys with over 30-40K miles on the clock and never had any problems. They just change wear & tear items such as tires, brakes and clutch We have a local Aprilia dealer. What is the performance of a V4 compared to a twin or I-4? I doubt than most of us here on this forum can use the performance of their bikes to anywhere close to 8/10 of the bikes ability. V4 usually combines a benefit of V-twin that is torque at much lower rpm and high speed RPM of I-4

Good site info.

I doubt than most of us here on this forum can use the performance of their bikes to anywhere close to 8/10 of the bikes ability. V4 usually combines a benefit of V-twin that is torque at much lower rpm and high speed RPM of I-4 :iagree: They should be right on par with the I4s with gobs of extra torque but may still fall a little short on the top end.

A few years ago, I thought I would try an Aprilia. I rode up to the local dealer on my CBR. I was about 45 at the time, so I hardly looked like a rookie or ignorant about bikes. I walked in an told them I was interested in the Mille-R, they treated me like s___ and talked down to me. I did not stay long. That dealer is no longer in business, and I still have the CBR. :scratch:

A few years ago, I thought I would try an Aprilia. I rode up to the local dealer on my CBR. I was about 45 at the time, so I hardly looked like a rookie or ignorant about bikes. I walked in an told them I was interested in the Mille-R, they treated me like s___ and talked down to me. I did not stay long. That dealer is no longer in business, and I still have the CBR. :scratch: I'm glad you like your CBR but don't let one http://i102.photobucket.com/albums/m95/markgraves138/smilies/asshat.gif dealer discourage you to look at awesome bikes.

A few years ago, I thought I would try an Aprilia. I rode up to the local dealer on my CBR. I was about 45 at the time, so I hardly looked like a rookie or ignorant about bikes. I walked in an told them I was interested in the Mille-R, they treated me like s___ and talked down to me. I did not stay long. That dealer is no longer in business, and I still have the CBR. :scratch: Do not pay attention to the dealer. If he is being an ass*le but you like the bike don't be ashamed and him the same attitude and beat them up on the price. Remember you are the customer and they want your money. You have plenty of other dealers to go to.

i lost some fluids when i first saw that new bike.....if i can afford it in 2009 i shall ride that beeotch!:2cents: i always loved Aprilia's but the cost and it only being a Twin prevented ever buying a 2 year old model sittign unsold here at the dealership for CHEAP. Now that its gotta V4....i may lose fluids again the first time i get to ride one if i ever do....

i lost some fluids when i first saw that new bike.....if i can afford it in 2009 i shall ride that beeotch!:2cents: i always loved Aprilia's but the cost and it only being a Twin prevented ever buying a 2 year old model sittign unsold here at the dealership for CHEAP. Now that its gotta V4....i may lose fluids again the first time i get to ride one if i ever do.... prepared to lose more? they are offically unveiling the motor soon-:cheers:

i cant wait to see the specs, and the performance specs of the bike itself... the first 1000cc shootouts they get to involve it in will be interesting.

Motor pics and some info is out. Its an in-house job and looks good... almost like 2 of their 550 motors side by side. V4! deffinately read this (http://www.apriliausa.com/njb_dettaglio.asp?id=368) http://www.apriliausa.com/upload/njb/big_00368.jpg

OMFG... I just blew my wad... excuse... can somebody hand me a towel? :leaving:

Motor pics and some info is out. Its an in-house job and looks good... almost like 2 of their 550 motors side by side. V4! deffinately read this (http://www.apriliausa.com/njb_dettaglio.asp?id=368) http://www.apriliausa.com/upload/njb/big_00368.jpg Nice.

no officail word on HP at the wheels for the production bike yet?

I doubt than most of us here on this forum can use the performance of their bikes to anywhere close to 8/10 of the bikes ability. V4 usually combines a benefit of V-twin that is torque at much lower rpm and high speed RPM of I-4 Motor pics and some info is out. Its an in-house job and looks good... almost like 2 of their 550 motors side by side. V4! http://www.apriliausa.com/upload/njb/big_00368.jpg Sweet! Any other production bikes use a V4? Seems like the perfect engine- torque+top end. No wider the a parallel twin, and no longer than a V-twin. Shouldn't this config. be preferred over the I-4?

Sweet! Any other production bikes use a V4? Seems like the perfect engine- torque+top end. No wider the a parallel twin, and no longer than a V-twin. Shouldn't this config. be preferred over the I-4? Someone smarter than I will surely chime in, but I think the I4 offers the ability to concentrate more weight on the front wheel which is just one benefit...

Sweet! Any other production bikes use a V4? Seems like the perfect engine- torque+top end. No wider the a parallel twin, and no longer than a V-twin. Shouldn't this config. be preferred over the I-4? I know honda used the V4 during late 80s 90s on their magnas and ST models Strong sturdy motor not too bad to work on...though something simple as plug change was a nightmare:2cents:

I know honda used the V4 during late 80s 90s on their magnas and ST models Strong sturdy motor not too bad to work on...though something simple as plug change was a nightmare:2cents: Honda still uses a V4 in the VFR800.

Do the V4's spin as fast as the I4's?

Do the V4's spin as fast as the I4's? :idk:

Do the V4's spin as fast as the I4's? Nope Choice of a narrow V configuration allows the engine to be incredibly compact lengthwise. This means that weight will remain concentrated around the centre of the bike which in turn allows chassis performance to be optimized (by keeping the wheelbase short and the swingarm long). Also, because a V four can be just as narrow as a twin, larger cylinder bores can be used to ensure improved air flow and higher power output without increasing width and spoiling aerodynamics. (The new engine can rev to an amazing 13,500 rpm.) from Aprilia site

AND MORE: THE RACE MACHINE ENGINE IN BRIEF Displacement: 999 cc Layout: 65° V4 Engine body: monoblock with liners integrated in crankcase Power: more then 210 HP in Superbike configuration. Valve gear: 4 valves per cylinder (titanium and Nymonic) operated directly by camshafts driven by a mixed chain/gear drive, with lateral chain and central gears. Fuel system: electronic fuel injection with two injectors and independent ride-by-wire control for each row of cylinders. Anti-vibration balancer shaft Maximum engine speed: 13,500 rpm Compression ratio: 12.5:1 Gearbox: six speed cassette type Clutch: multi-plate in oil bath with slipper system Electronics: Magneti Marelli ECU for ignition, injection and ride-by-wire management.

Honda still uses a V4 in the VFR800. very true! i still like the big ol V65 though but valve adjustment on the old v4 was a biatch...had to use the special tool to hold the camshaft in the upper cam cap becuase it wasn't line-bored

AND MORE: THE RACE MACHINE ENGINE IN BRIEF Displacement: 999 cc Layout: 65° V4 Engine body: monoblock with liners integrated in crankcase Power: more then 210 HP in Superbike configuration. Valve gear: 4 valves per cylinder (titanium and Nymonic) operated directly by camshafts driven by a mixed chain/gear drive, with lateral chain and central gears. Fuel system: electronic fuel injection with two injectors and independent ride-by-wire control for each row of cylinders. Anti-vibration balancer shaft Maximum engine speed: 13,500 rpm Compression ratio: 12.5:1 Gearbox: six speed cassette type Clutch: multi-plate in oil bath with slipper system Electronics: Magneti Marelli ECU for ignition, injection and ride-by-wire management. :drool:

about the V4... in motoGP where you can do (almost) whatever you want: Honda, KR, Suzuki, Ilmor GP, & Ducati all run V4's. they must be atleast "ok".

about the V4... in motoGP where you can do (almost) whatever you want: Honda, KR, Suzuki, Ilmor GP, & Ducati all run V4's. they must be atleast "ok". :lol:

i htink its more of a technology thing that I4's are still in production bikes. I think the future will see V's again. But id think the inlines can ultimatly spin higher RPM's and make bigger HP numbers... But if the V's offer significant torque its only a matter of time till they rev higher and out do the Inlines. What is raced in GP will ultimately trickle to production bikes, the question is how long that takes also it says 210HP but its in super bike spec for that... i dont know what the GSXR1000 spies rode dynod at, but id guess not more then 5HP less...i wanna see a dyno in PRODUCTION form. It is a majorly promising bike at the worst and an amazing bike that will be #1 performance wise at best. But will it sell at the Dollars itll cost?

:tt: you raised some very good points, and I'm waiting for the answers.

The V's produce more torque, but when you have a 160+ hp I4, couldn't you just gear down to get the pull of a V. Even on 600's. I've rode a '03 6R on the track and it was +3 in the back. That thing had some pull! The top end suffered bigtime, but you don't hit the top speed on the track anyway...usually. The front straight at Miller is like half a mile, literally. And the V's aren't the best at top end either. It sounds to me like gearing down would bring you close to the V's torque. Now I'm talking about regular production bikes. Not bikes that cost over 30-40K. Just a thought.

the aprilia is supposed to be priced to compete with the 999R(now 1098).. so itll be under 20K$

the aprilia is supposed to be priced to compete with the 999R(now 1098).. so itll be under 20K$ i'd better be around $15k to pull that money away from ducati. still i cant wait to see what its like when its done.

And I got some insider's info (unconfirmed but fairly reliable) that a BMW might be seen with this Aprilia V-4 in a couple of years aswell.

And I got some insider's info (unconfirmed but fairly reliable) that a BMW might be seen with this Aprilia V-4 in a couple of years aswell. -wa?

-wa? :iagree: :scratch: Reveal your source!

Here is my Beauty. Its 2003 Aprilia Falco http://img318.imageshack.us/img318/3449/picture31ls.jpg http://img318.imageshack.us/img318/8732/picture22bc.jpg http://img318.imageshack.us/img318/2908/picture107bi.jpg http://img318.imageshack.us/img318/6941/picture123cc.jpg http://img318.imageshack.us/img318/9636/picture61lu.jpg :drool: :drool: :drool: :drool: :drool:

so when will there be some pics of this new aprilia V4?

so when will there be some pics of this new aprilia V4? The motor is unveiled... the total unveiling may be at the milan show. The V4 may start out as a homologation special to compete in the 08 WSBK. Hopefully it will be commonplace soon after.

V4s definitely have an amazing sound!