Aprilia Caponord 1200 Rally - 2015 Specifications and Reviews
The 2015 Aprilia Caponord 1200 Rally suits adventure riders seeking a capable middleweight tourer with genuine off-road credentials. Known for its nimble handling, Continental ABS, and comfortable seating position, this Italian machine excels on mixed terrain combining road touring with light trail exploration. Its manageable seat height and balanced weight distribution make it accessible to riders of varying experience levels.
About the Aprilia Caponord 1200 Rally
Powered by a liquid cooled 1,197.00cc V-Twin engine, producing 123.4bhp.
Building on the 2013 Caponord, with a larger 19" front wheel, dual 33 litre Aluminium coated panniers, electronically adjustable suspension, some engine tweaks, LED fog lights and a engine guard/belly pan resulting in a more off road focused bike.
The electronic suspension can be set to automatically adapt to bike weight/pillion, along with dynamically reading the road/riding style and adjust accordingly.
Sport mode gives you the most aggressive throttle response with Touring mode toning it down a bit for everyday riding and Rain mode limits power down to 100bhp. You can change the height of the silencer to look a bit more sporty when the panniers are removed.
Optional extras include a Arrow Titanium and Carbon silencer, 52 litre top box, comfort seat, low seat, off-road pegs, bigger side stand base, LED indicators, a centre stand and heated grips.
General information | |
| Category | Sport touring |
| Year | 2015 |
| Model | Aprilia Caponord 1200 Rally |
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Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Exhaust system | 100% stainless steel 2-in-1 exhaust system with dual catalytic converters and double oxygen sensor |
| 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) @ 6800 RPM |
| Power | 125.00 HP (91.2 kW) @ 8000 RPM |
| Engine details | Longitudinal 90° V-twin |
| Engine type | V2, four-stroke |
| Capacity: | 1197.00 ccm (73.04 cubic inches) |
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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-R17 |
| Front tyre | 120/70-R19 |
| Rear Suspension | Aluminium alloy swingarm Sachs hydraulic shock absorber with adjustable rebound and preload. |
| 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. |
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. |
| Factory warranty | 2-year unlimited-mileage warranty |
| Starter | Electric |
| Color options | Yellow, green, gray |
Performance Profile & Rider Fit
Best For
Rider Profile
| Best For | Best suited to intermediate and experienced riders comfortable managing a tall, substantial adventure-tourer with strong midrange power. |
| Purpose | Built for long-distance touring and mixed-terrain adventure travel, blending sport-touring performance with light off-road capability. |
| Rider Fit | The tall 840mm seat height and considerable overall weight demand reasonable rider height and strength, especially at low speeds or on uneven ground. |
| Character | A confident, torquey V-twin with electronically adjustable suspension delivers a refined balance of comfort, stability, and sporty engagement. |
| Not Ideal For | Not ideal for shorter riders or those seeking a lightweight, nimble city commuter or a dedicated hardcore off-road machine. |
Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.
⚠ 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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