Aprilia Caponord 1200 - 2015 Specifications and Reviews
The 2015 Aprilia Caponord 1200 is a middleweight adventure tourer designed for riders seeking practical long-distance touring capability with nimble handling. Known for its refined 1200cc V-twin engine, comfortable ergonomics, and comprehensive ABS braking system, it excels at covering highway miles while remaining manageable in everyday riding. The bike's balanced dimensions and moderate seat height make it accessible to varied rider sizes.
About the Aprilia Caponord 1200
Powered by a liquid cooled 1,197.00cc V-Twin engine, producing 123.4bhp.
The sport modes gives you the most aggressive throttle response with Touring mode toning it down a bit for everyday riding and Rain mode restricting power to just 100bhp.
You can change the height of the silencer to look more sporty when the panniers are removed.
Optional extras include a multimedia platform, cruise control, engine bars, Arrow Titanium and Carbon silencer, panniers, top box, comfort seat, low seat, off-road pegs, LED indicators, centre stand and heated grips.
There is also an optional Travel Pack, which comes with Cruise control, panniers, centre stand and ADD semi-active suspension but 14kg heavier.
Aprilia released the 2015 Caponord 1200 Rally with off-road focused spoked wheels, a larger 19" front wheel, two 33 litre Aluminium coated panniers, electronically adjustable suspension, cruise control, multimedia platform, a few engine tweaks, LED fog lights and engine guard/belly pan.
General information | |
| Category | Sport touring |
| Year | 2015 |
| Model | Aprilia Caponord 1200 |
Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Emission details | Euro 3 |
| Clutch | Multiplate wet clutch, hydraulically operated |
| Transmission type,final drive | Chain |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Lubrication system | Wet sump |
| Fuel control | Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC) |
| Fuel system | Injection. Integrated engine management system. Injection system with triple map Ride by Wire throttle management: Sport (S), Touring (T), Rain (R) |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Bore x Stroke | 106.0 x 67.8 mm (4.2 x 2.7 inches) |
| Compression | 12.0:1 |
| Torque | 114.00 Nm (11.6 kgf-m or 84.1 ft.lbs) @ 6500 RPM |
| Power | 125.00 HP (91.2 kW) @ 8250 RPM |
| Engine details | Longitudinal 90° V-twin |
| Engine type | V2, four-stroke |
| Capacity: | 1197.00 ccm (73.04 cubic inches) |
Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels | |
| Rear brakes diameter | 240 mm (9.4 inches) |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. ABS |
| Front brakes diameter | 320 mm (12.6 inches) |
| Front brakes | Double disc. ABS |
| Rear tyre | 190/55-17 |
| Front tyre | 120/70-17 |
| Rear wheel travel | 150 mm (5.9 inches) |
| Rear Suspension | Aluminium alloy swingarm Sachs hydraulic shock absorber with adjustable rebound and preload. |
| Front wheel travel | 167 mm (6.6 inches) |
| Front Suspension | Sachs upside-down front fork with fully adjustable compression and rebound damping and spring preload. Wheel travel 167 mm. |
| Trail | 125 mm (4.9 inches) |
| Rake (fork angle) | 27.0° |
| Frame type | Modular tubular steel frame fastened to aluminium side plates by high strength bolts. Removable steel rear subframe. |
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Physical measures and capacities | |
| Reserve fuel capacity | 5.00 litres (1.32 gallons) |
| Fuel capacity | 24.00 litres (6.34 gallons) |
| Wheelbase | 1,565 mm (61.6 inches) |
| Overall width | 925 mm (36.4 inches) |
| Overall length | 2,248 mm (88.5 inches) |
| Overall height | 1,205 mm (47.4 inches) |
| Seat height | 840 mm (33.1 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
Other specs | |
| Maintenance | Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay |
| Comments | Two channel Continental ABS with Aprilia Traction Control. |
| Factory warranty | 2-year unlimited-mileage warranty |
| Starter | Electric |
| Color options | White, red |
Performance Profile & Rider Fit
Best For
Rider Profile
| Best For | Best suited to intermediate or experienced riders who can manage a powerful, fairly tall and substantial sport-touring machine. |
| Purpose | Built for covering long distances rapidly and comfortably, blending V-twin performance with genuine touring practicality. |
| Rider Fit | The 840mm seat height and considerable overall mass mean shorter or less physically confident riders may find it a handful at a standstill. |
| Character | A muscular, torquey V-twin sport tourer that rewards confident throttle use with strong midrange punch and stable high-speed cruising. |
| Not Ideal For | Not ideal for new riders seeking a light, forgiving first bike or for anyone planning serious off-road adventure riding. |
Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.
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⚠ Safety Recalls (2)
Piaggio Group Americas, Inc. (Piaggio) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Aprilia Tuono V4 1000, 2016 Tuono V4 1100, 2015 Caponord 1200 ABS/ADD, and 2016 Caponord Rally motorcycles manufactured June 18, 2013, to June 13, 2016. The affected motorcycles have a front brake master cylinder that may allow air into the hydraulic circuit, causing a longer than expected braking distance.
Risk: If an abnormal distance is required to stop the motorcycle, there is an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy: Aprilia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front brake master cylinder pushrod and boot assembly, free of charge. The recall began October 04, 2016. Owners may contact Aprilia customer service at 1-866-705-1727.
Piaggio Group Americas, Inc. (Piaggio) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Aprilia Shiver 750 motorcycles manufactured February 10, 2014, to October 28, 2014 and 2015 Aprilia Caponord 1200 motorcycles manufactured November 14, 2013, to October 16, 2014. Due to improper machining of the output gear shaft face, the fastening screw on the sprocket may loosen and the rear wheel may lock up.
Risk: A rear wheel lock up increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Piaggio will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the output shaft, replacing any that are found to be defective, free of charge. The recall began on January 28, 2015. Owners may contact Piaggio customer service at 1-212-380-4433.
Source: NHTSA. View all Aprilia recalls →
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