Aprilia Caponord 1200 Travel Pack - 2015 Specifications and Reviews
The 2015 Aprilia Caponord 1200 Travel Pack is a sport-touring adventure bike designed for riders seeking long-distance comfort with spirited performance. Its 1200cc engine delivers 114 Nm of torque, while dual-disc front brakes and Continental ABS provide confident handling on varied terrain. Best known for its practical Travel Pack configuration with saddlebags and windscreen, it excels at serious touring without sacrificing road agility.
General information | |
| Category | Sport touring |
| Year | 2015 |
| Model | Aprilia Caponord 1200 Travel Pack |
Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Exhaust system | 100% stainless steel 2-in-1 exhaust system with dual catalytic converters and double oxygen sensor |
| 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) @ 6800 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) |
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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 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. |
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. Windscreen. |
| Factory warranty | 2-year unlimited-mileage warranty |
| Carrying capacity | Sadldle bags |
| Starter | Electric |
| Color options | Red |
Performance Profile & Rider Fit
Best For
Rider Profile
| Best For | Best suited to intermediate and experienced riders who want a torquey, 90-degree V-twin adventure-tourer with a substantial amount of power on tap. |
| Purpose | Built primarily for long-distance sport touring, blending a big-bore V-twin engine, electronic suspension, and saddlebag-ready ergonomics for covering serious miles in comfort. |
| Rider Fit | A tall seat height of 840mm and a substantial overall size mean shorter or less experienced riders may find it a handful at low speeds and standstill. |
| Character | A confident, muscular sport-tourer that pairs strong V-twin torque delivery with adjustable electronic damping and rider-mode flexibility for varied road conditions. |
| Not Ideal For | Not ideal for riders seeking a lightweight city commuter, serious off-road capability, or a budget-friendly first bike. |
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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