Aprilia Dorsoduro Factory MY10 New Model
The Aprilia Dorsoduro stirred up the maxi supermoto segment, but
the Dorsoduro Factory goes further. A refined bike, even lighter
and more efficient, whose mission is "fun". A real
standard special, a concentration of performance and technology.
The word "Factory" is never used just by chance in
Aprilia. In the language of the enthusiasts it refers to elite
bikes fitted out with the best technology and made with the best
materials. Light, agile, powerful, the Dorsoduro Factory doesn't
belie its name; it's heart is the latest 750 dual cylinder and it
boasts technical solutions unique for this segment. Thanks to the
advanced electronic management, the compact Aprilia 90° V
twin engine offers extremely high performance levels, similar to
those of much bigger engines.
The chassis, as becomes the Aprilia tradition, is without rivals
in this category. The Dorsoduro Factory exploits the technology
that Aprilia has developed, dominating the Supermoto competitions
with the incredible SXV that won 5 world championships between
2004 and 2008.
The chassis, with its tubular frame and aluminium structure, is
one of the distinctive elements of the Dorsoduro Factory - a
common thread that unites the highly specialised Aprilia racing
models with the most exciting twin cylinder supermoto on the
market.
With its essential design, characterised by the considerable use
of carbon fibre for the top structure, Aprilia Dorsoduro Factory
boasts components, technical fittings and trim features of the
highest levels. Brembo 4-piston radial callipers, Wave discs,
oil-bath hydraulic clutch, fully adjustable gas-operated single
shock absorber with separate tank, a sophisticated
multi-adjustable fork, Ride by Wire “Tri-Map” and
Matrix instrument panel with on-board computer - these are the
elements that help to make this bike unique.
The details of the special Aprilia Dorsoduro Factory features:
¦Carbon fibre top structure (ducts, ignition unit cover,
front mudguard);
¦Special graphics with red chassis, black plate, exclusive
saddle and black exhaust covers;
¦90° V2 engine, four valves, double overhead camshaft,
liquid cooling;
¦Second generation Ride by Wire “Tri-Map”
technology;
¦Modular tubular frame/aluminium chassis - ultralight and
with excellent torsional rigidity;
¦Aluminium swingarm with multi-adjustable gas-operated
lateral shock absorber;
¦Multi-adjustable 43mm upside down fork;
¦Brembo front brake callipers with radial connection,
combined with 320mm Wave discs.
Design: Funstyle
The simple, elegant dress never veils but highlights the
technical elements (chassis and engine) of the Dorsoduro Factory,
turning the particularly aggressive aesthetics into one of its
strong points. The new colours and carbon fibre top structure
underline the sporty nature of a project that proudly shares the
Factory name with the sportiest Aprilia bikes. Aprilia Dorsoduro
Factory is incredibly sleek and agile, managing to create an
immediate harmony with the rider. The long, flat saddle
facilitates those rider movements typical of the supermoto; the
Dorsoduro Factory backs up the rider at all times. The compact,
curvy tail fairing also envelops the dual exhaust: a solution
that not only creates a really aggressive design feel, but also
excellent symmetry in the proportions and weight distribution.
The hand guards, derived from the Supermoto SXV, display a sleek
style and effectively protect the levers against any accidental
contact.
Engine: Funtwin
The Aprilia 750 90° V twin engine represents the current
state of the art for this type of motor drive. The electronic
management is the cream of this engine, which uses a second
generation Ride by Wire system equipped with triple mapping.
The three options - Sport, Touring and Rain - can be selected
while actually riding, thanks to a gas closed command on the
handlebar; they radically modify the character of the Dorsoduro
Factory, offering an aggressive, immediate response in Sport
mode, more gentle (ideal for tourism) in Touring mode, and
extremely safe (even in conditions of poor road-holding) in Rain
mode. Thanks to the electronic and mechanical technology used,
the Aprilia dual cylinder reaches 92hp at 8,750 rpm and a maximum
torque of 82 Nm at 4,500 rpm: values that put the Dorsoduro in
direct competition with bikes of a much higher engine capacity.
There is also a special version of the Dorsoduro Factory for
newly qualified riders, limited to 25 kW. The electronic throttle
grip management system (Ride By Wire) avoids the need to reduce
power delivery over the whole supply range (as happens on less
advanced models), maintaining exactly the same delivery as for
its full-power “sibling”, up to the maximum allowed
level. In this way, the Aprilia Dorsoduro Factory offers an
improved acceleration performance compared with the equivalent 25
kW versions of the competitors, ensuring non-stop riding
pleasure.
Chassis: Funbalance
Aprilia bikes have always been considered a point of reference
for the excellence of their chassis. The Dorsoduro Factory
certainly doesn't belie this tradition. On the contrary, its
sophisticated suspension systems and racing brakes emphasise it,
making it the most effective and well-balanced maxi supermoto on
the market.
Everything about this bike has been designed to aid the rider
during heavy handling. The agile, light chassis was designed with
an eye to ergonomics, so the Dorsoduro Factory is perfect for any
rider, allowing them all to take full advantage, in every
situation, of the high limits of a real fun-to-ride bike.
The chassis exploits the most of the notable expertise acquired
by Aprilia during competitions, fully drawing on the experience
gained on the mixed structures used in the Supermoto world
championship. The upper part, with its tubular steel frame, is
joined to the large, aluminium side plates through special
high-resistance bolts. The resulting structure is extremely rigid
yet light - the best solution for curbing the pounding power of
the Aprilia twin cylinder engine.
The lateral, strongly tilting position of the new gas-operated
shock absorber leaves plenty of precious space to obtain the
optimal conformation of the exhaust manifolds, without altering
the length of the bike and without applying any thermal stress to
the shock absorber itself. The aluminium swingarm is sized to
support the asymmetric stress caused by the lateral positioning
of the shock absorber. It was purposely conceived for a supermoto
like the Aprilia Dorsoduro, and sums up the need for torsional
rigidity and elasticity - elements essential for obtaining
precise support and the right riding feeling in the transitory
phases.
Suspsnsion: Funfeeling
The suspension area of the Dorsoduro Factory is entirely new. The
Sachs 43mm upside down fork with shell-cast brackets to support
the radial callipers features adjustable spring preload and
hydraulic brake rebound damping. It's a highly sophisticated
element which, apart from offering endless adjustment
possibilities, also ensures optimal smoothness and a travel
(160mm) in line with the supermoto philosophy. Both steering
plates are forged, and the upper one is also anodised to confirm
the excellent level of the Dorsoduro trim features.
The new gas-operated lateral shock absorber with separate tank is
directly pivoted to the swingarm, as per the cantilever layout,
with adjustable spring preload and hydraulic compression and
rebound damping. It's a highly sophisticated element which allows
more experienced riders to reach top bike performance levels,
even on the race track.
The rear wheel stroke is 160mm, again in line with the supermoto
philosophy that aims for an effective, controlled suspension but
with a long stroke.
Brakes: Funbraking
The best of current braking technology can be found on the
Aprilia Dorsoduro Factory: the front system uses the new Brembo 4
piston radial callipers. The 320mm floating “Wave”
discs are really lightweight, ensuring shorter stopping times and
emphasising the aggressive braking style with a supersports look,
in keeping with the overall Dorsoduro appearance.
The 240mm rear disc is also of the “Wave” type and is
braked via a single piston calliper. Both the front and rear
systems use metal braided brake pipes derived from the
aeronautical sector which eliminate the irritating
"lung" effect of the conventional pipes, ensuring the
maximum braking precision.
Components
The supermoto bikes are essential, sometimes even spartan. But
this doesn't mean you have to renounce top class contents or
painstaking attention to detail. Also in this case, Aprilia
stands out from its competitors with class-leading fittings:
¦CARBON FIBRE TOP STRUCTURE: Like the best Aprilia Factory
bikes, also the Dorsoduro makes great use of carbon fibre for
both mudguards, the ducts and the key unit fairing. A choice that
further underlines the bike's elegance.
¦MATRIX INSTRUMENT PANEL: of the mixed type
(analogue-digital), it receives all the information from the CAN
line and becomes an integral part of the self-diagnosis system as
it is fitted with memory.Particularly compact, with a modern
design and considerably reduced weight. All the functions are
commutable and easily accessed via a command on the handlebar.
The LED lighting (white in the analogue area and red in the
digital one) can be adjusted to three levels.
¦BICONICAL SECTION ALUMINIUM HANDLEBARS: It brings quite
clearly to mind those of the competitive superbikes. An
incredibly light component, designed to guarantee top dynamic
bike control.
¦HYDRAULICALLY OPERATED CLUTCH: It allows precise braking
every time, along with smooth exemplary command and handy
self-adjustment (without the need for any maintenance).
APRILIA DORSODURO
Aprilia Dorsoduro has demonstrated a new way of interpreting the
maxi supermoto bikes. A philosophy based on performance, design
and versatility, that has fully met all the enthusiasts'
expectations.
Also for 2010, Aprilia Dorsoduro is the benchmark for production
supermoto bikes, joining the Dorsoduro Factory version to form a
complete range of maxi supermoto bikes for every type of rider.
The Ride by Wire technology with triple mapping, the effective,
precise suspension system, the perfect chassis: together they
make up a bike that's above all exciting, capable of any
acrobatics but also of satisfying riders of varying skill levels.
These unique features hide the key to the success of the Aprilia
Dorsoduro.
The 90° V twin-cylinder engine is now a point of reference
for bikes of average engine capacity. Highly advanced solutions
like the mixed chain/gear timing system, or the integral Ride by
Wire system with triple mapping, make this engine a perfect blend
of usability and performance.
The rider has “three bikes in one”: aggressive when
using the Sport map, exuberant but manageable with the Touring
map, or especially smooth with the Rain map (useful in conditions
of poor road-holding). The 92HP reached at 8,750 rpm ensure a
performance level equal to that of other bikes with a much
greater engine capacity, with the added advantage of being able
to choose the right power delivery at the right time.
Also available in the restricted 25 kW version, the Aprilia
Dorsoduro is ideal for newly qualified riders as well. The
entirely electronic management and Ride by Wire system avoid the
need to reduce power delivery over the whole supply range, so the
restricted Dorsoduro maintains exactly the same gas response
characteristics as the full power version. An important factor
that doesn't penalise riding pleasure compared with the
“full power” model.
The chassis structure chosen for the Dorsoduro clearly echoes the
one used in competitions, while the suspension is precise and
smooth, with values optimised on the basis of the thousands of km
travelled on both road and track. In any case, the shock absorber
also offers the possibility to adjust the preload and hydraulic
rebound, to fine tune the setting in relation to the specific
needs of each individual rider.
The brakes are another jewel in the crown of the Dorsoduro, the
front system with radial callipers and wave discs ensuring
powerful, effective braking even in the hardest conditions, like
for example on go-kart tracks (a typical use for these bikes).
The Aprilia Dorsoduro is also available with the latest
generation ABS system. It's a 2-channel system, purposely
designed for sporting use and therefore allowing you to take full
advantage of the bike's potential, even when braking (but with
optimal grip conditions).
Aprilia Dorsoduro shares a particularly rich selection of
standard fittings with the Dorsoduro Factory, raising it above
its direct competitors.
¦MATRIX INSTRUMENT PANEL the mixed type
(analogue/digital), it receives all the information from the CAN
line and becomes an integral and crucial part of the
self-diagnosis system as it is fitted with memory.Particularly
compact, with a modern design and considerably reduced weight.
All the functions are commutable and easily accessed through a
command on the handlebar. The LED lighting (white in the analogue
area and red in the digital one) can be adjusted to three levels.
¦BICONICAL SECTION ALUMINIUM HANDLEBAR: It brings quite
clearly to mind those of the competitive superbikes. An
incredibly light component, designed to guarantee top dynamic
control of the bike.
APRILIA DORSODURO FACTORY - Technical
Specifications
Engine type
Aprilia V90 four-stroke longitudinal 90°
V-twin
Fuel
Unleaded petrol
Bore and stroke
92 x 56.4 mm
Total engine capacity
749.9 cc
Compression ratio
11: 1
Maximum power at
crankshaft
67.3 kW (92 cv) at 8,750 rpm
Maximum torque at
crankshaft
8.4 kgm (82 Nm) at 4,500 rpm
Fuel system
with Ride by Wire throttle opening
management
and triple mapping
Integrated engine management system.
Injection
Ignition
system.
Digital electronic ignition integrated with
injection
Starting
Electric
Exhaust system
with three-way catalytic converter and
lambda
probe
2 into 1 exhaust system in 100% stainless
steel
Alternator
450 W at 6,000 rpm
Lubrication
Wet sump
Gearbox
1st 14/36 (2.57)
2nd 17/32 (1.88)
3rd 20/30 (1.5)
4th 22/28 (1.27)
5th 23/26 (1.13)
6th 24/25 (1.04)
6 speeds, drive ratio:
Clutch
Multiple discs in oil bath, hydraulically
operated
Primary drive
Straight cut gears, drive ratio: 38/71
(1.87)
Secondary drive
Chain. Drive ratio: 16/46
Chassis
side plates with by high strength bolts.
Removable
rear subframe.
Modular tubular steel frame fastened to
aluminium
Front suspension
mm diam. stanchions. Wheel travel 160
mm.
Multi-adjustable Sachs upside-down fork with Ø
43
Rear suspension
Gas-operated shock absorber with piggy
back,
with adjustable spring preload and
compression
and rebound damping. Wheel travel 160
mm.
Aluminium alloy swingarm
Brakes
floating discs. Radial callipers with four
pistons.
Metal braided brake pipe.
Rear: Stainless steel disc Ø 240mm. Single
piston
calliper. Metal braided brake pipe.
Front: Dual Ø 320 mm diam. stainless
steel
Wheel rims
Front: 3.50 X 17" Rear: 6.00 x
17"
Aluminium alloy
Tyres
front: 120/70 ZR 17
rear: 180/55 ZR 17
Radial tubeless tyres;
Dimensions
Max. width 905 mm (at handlebar)
Max. height 1,185 mm (at instrument
panel)
Saddle height 870 mm
Wheelbase 1,505 mm
Trail 108 mm
Steering angle 26°
Max. length 2,216 mm
Tank
12 lt (range > 200 km)
APRILIA DORSODURO 750 – Technical
Specifications
Engine type Aprilia
cooling. Double overhead camshaft with
mixed
gear/chain drive; four valves per cylinder.
Ride-by-
Wire System
V90 four stroke longitudinal 90° V twin.
Liquid
Fuel
Unleaded petrol.
Bore x stroke
92 x 56.4 mm.
Total displacement
749.9 cc.
Compression ratio
11 : 1.
Maximum power at the
crank
67.3 kW (92 HP) at 8750 rpm.
Maximum torque at the
crank
8.4 kgm (82 Nm) at 4500 rpm.
Fuel system
Integrated engine management system.
Electronic
fuel injection with ride-by-wire electronic
throttle
control.
Ignition
system.
Digital electronic, integrated in the fuel
injection
Starting
Electric.
Exhaust
catalytic converter and Lambda probe.
Two in one system in 100% stainless steel with
threeway
Alternator
450 W at 6000 rpm.
Lubrication
Wet sump.
Gearbox
Six speed. Transmission ratios:
1
2
3
4
5
6
st 14/36 (2.57)nd 17/32 (1.88)rd 20/30 (1.5)th 22/28
(1.27)th 23/26 (1.13)th 24/25 (1.04)
Clutch
Hydraulically operated multi-plate wet
clutch.
Primary drive
Spur gears. Transmission ratio 38/71
(1.87).
Final drive
Chain. Transmission ratio 16/46.
Frame
by high strength bolts. Detachable rear
frame.
Modular steel trellis secured to aluminium side
plates
Front suspension
43 mm upside-down fork. 160 mm wheel
travel.
Rear suspension
Aluminium alloy swingarm.
Hydraulic shock absorber adjustable in
spring
preload and rebound damping. Wheel travel:
160
mm.
Brakes
Front: Double stainless steel wave floating wave
disc
(Ø 320 mm). Four-piston radial
calipers.
Metal braided brake line.
Rear: Stainless steel disc (
piston caliper. Metal braided brake
line.
2-channel Continental ABS system (ABS
version)
Æ 240 mm) with single
Wheels
Aluminium alloy.
Front: 3.50 x 17".
Rear: 6.00 x 17".
Tyres
Radial tubeless.
Front: 120/70 ZR 17.
Rear: 180/55 ZR 17.
Dimensions
Overall length: 2,216 mm
Overall width: 905 mm (at handlebars)
Overall height: 1,185 mm (at
instruments)
Seat height: 870 mm
Wheelbase: 1,505 mm
Trail: 108 mm
Rake angle: 26°
Tank capacity
12 litres (autonomy > 200 km)
engine, liquid cooled, double overhead camshafts
with mixed gear/chain timing system, four valves
per cylinder.
