Table of contents
- Second-hand advice: Aprilia RSV Mille Strong V2 heart, great chassis
- Technical specifications
- Facelift
- Aprilia RSV 1000 Mille offers in Germany
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Aprilia RSV mille, the first: The types ME and RP were produced until 2003 and are particularly popular when used.
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Aprilia RSV mille SP: In 1999 Aprilia produced 150 series for admission to the Superbike World Championship.
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Aprilia RSV mille R: For the year 2000, the fine but expensive RSV mille R is presented with an elegant chassis, carbon parts and light wheels.
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Aprilia RSV mille R: The 2003 R version was given radial brakes and a pillion seat for the first time.
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Aprilia RSV 1000 R: As of 2004, the new type RR is no longer officially called “Mille”. Comes with 139 instead of 125 hp and two mufflers.
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With the RSV mille R (from 2000), lighter wheels with forged rims from the manufacturer OZ ensure even better handling.
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Italian chic looks different. The command center is clear, but looks sober and technocratic – as if from the electronics kit.
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Two exhaust pipes, encased in a thick shell – racers like to swap the somewhat clunky muffler for aftermarket goods.
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Originated from a blacksmith’s shop – or from a racing stable? Finely crafted, polished aluminum swingarm with wall thicknesses reduced to the bare minimum.
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The Aprilia RSV 1000 R Factory will appear in new, attractive war paint from 2008. Approvals in Germany until 2010: less than 100 pieces.
manufacturer
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Aprilia RSV 1000 R Factory: Sales figures are on the decline, but technically the factory has been upgraded again for 2006. Coated pistons, 4 hp more power. Almost 15,000 euros expensive.
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Another characteristic of the R model: high-end chassis with fork, steering damper and shock absorber (in the picture) from the Swedish manufacturer Ohlins.
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Second-hand advice: Aprilia RSV Mille
Strong V2 heart, great chassis
Compete against Ducati and the Japanese in the sports segment – brave, brave! But Aprilia proved with the RSV Mille that you can pour the established competition with a formidable chassis and robust V2.
Thorsten Dentges
02/05/2013
Aprilia builds a fat four-stroke athlete – hardly anyone expected that in the mid-nineties, because the manufacturer from Noale in northern Italy was known for scooters, toxic two-stroke syringes and single-cylinder travel enduros. Sports connoisseurs could of course list all Grand Prix victories, so it was not entirely absurd in 1998 that Aprilia with a 1000 super athlete, the RSV mille. What was really surprising, however, was the motorcycle itself. One had reckoned (read: the usual black painters) rather with an Italian capricious machine, one that blows apart after a couple of full throttle orgies or at least needs experienced mechanic hands to relax.
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But puff cake Aprilia ran, and she ran damn fast from the start, and it didn’t break. In terms of workmanship and engine reliability, the Mille proves to be at its best. And in terms of driving dynamics, it can bring skeptics to its side after a test drive at the latest. No need to get used to it, thrilling handling, the motorcycle seemed to find the ideal line by itself. In addition, a homogeneous output of a good 120 PS from the 60-degree V2 manufactured by Rotax in Austria – everything fits. First class: Upside-down fork, polished aluminum bridge frame, artfully formed, light aluminum swingarm, sparkling clean welds, perfectly fitting plastic parts.
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Aprilia RSV 1000 R: As of 2004, the new type RR is no longer officially called “Mille”. Comes with 139 instead of 125 hp and two mufflers.
With its rough charm, a pleasant smell of racing stables and enough Italian flair as well as a flawless workmanship, this strong four-stroke V2 sports car also convinced drivers who had previously exclusively relied on Japanese four-cylinder engines. For those who are particularly sporty among them, from 2000 Aprilia also offered an R version with forged wheels from OZ, carbon parts and Ohlins chassis for a surcharge (the equivalent of around 3500 euros), previously (1999) the highly exclusive SP series for the equivalent of almost 30,000 euros. These publicly accessible factory racers were only treated by a few at the time, but the shine of the special also shone on the Standard Mille.
The machine sold well until 2003, with around 5000 units sold. But quarrels over the supply of spare parts ruined Aprilia’s reputation at the time. The new type RR from 2004 – henceforth RSV 1000 R written, but still simply called “Mille” – was no longer popular among sports motorcycle buyers, despite more power (almost 140 hp). Even the Factory, which was pimped up with light wheels, carbon parts and fine Ohlins chassis, could not really ignite. From then on, the 1000 two-cylinder machine was only sold at the level of small special series, only a few hundred units per year. In 2009 the construction stop of this really fun and good sports machine followed. Aprilia had another surprise in store: the four-cylinder Brumme RSV4 with 180 hp.
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The Aprilia RSV 1000 R Factory will appear in new, attractive war paint from 2008. Approvals in Germany until 2010: less than 100 pieces.
sightseeing
Italian, two-cylinder, sporty? Hardly anyone has the term “durable” on their radar. But that’s true with the Mille. The motorcycle runs and runs, is hard to break. A connoisseur reports that after buying a newer RSV4, some Aprilia fans kept their old two-cylinder RSV as an everyday or purely racetrack machine and now have over 80,000 kilometers on the clock. Ordinary maintenance is a prerequisite, however, every 7500 kilometers or every 10000 kilometers for the models of the type RR from 2004 a (professional) check is due. The 20,000 inspection requires four mechanic hours plus parts costs, which can quickly cost 500 euros and more, so be careful when buying!
Warped brake discs sometimes cause problems. The biggest problem with this motorcycle, however, is damage caused by falls (racetrack) and quirks caused by falling over. When falling to the right, the exhaust quickly makes a dent in the thin-walled aluminum swingarm, which, strictly speaking, is then ready for scrap, and the brake levers also make marks on the frame, which are also tricky and not uncommon, so: keep your eyes open! Pay particular attention to the exhaust when using accessories. If the original silencer has been replaced by a non-approved sports pipe, the procurement of a legal replacement is usually not cheap, so it is better to check whether the series pot is available
Jahn
Two exhaust pipes, encased in a thick shell – racers like to swap the somewhat clunky muffler for aftermarket goods.
Market situation
Between cheap beating for the racetrack and noble bike for collectors – the two-cylinder RSV is offered extremely differently on the used market. For the older models (type ME) there is a large number of interested parties who are looking for a solid and inexpensive base for racing training and who know about the reliability and great driving behavior of the Mille. However, they do not want to pay more than 3000 euros, preferring a few scratches or a high mileage (over 50,000 kilometers). At this price level, trading often goes from private to private. R models are rarely on offer for the money.
Country road pilots with a penchant for Italo tend to spend 4,000 to 5,000 euros for a neat Mille with a checkbook that shouldn’t have run 30,000 kilometers if possible. Good Mille-R models or the newer RR types (from 2004) can also be identified in the advertisements in this price range. For a factory or a well-maintained standard RSV 1000 R built from 2006 onwards with less than 15,000 kilometers, the price is at least 5,000 euros. Even die-hard Mille fans will probably not pay more than 8,500 euros, even if the machine is nicely spruced up.
Price level in euros | Years of construction | mileage |
Low 2000-3500 | 1998-2003 | 25000-70000 |
Medium 3600-5900 | 2000-2006 | 10000-40000 |
High 6000-8500 | 2004-2009 | below 15000 |
Type | in program | Sales |
ME / RP | 1998-2003 | 5365 |
ZX00C / D / E | 2004-2009 | 2111 |
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Technical specifications
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Aprilia RSV mille R: The 2003 R version was given radial brakes and a pillion seat for the first time.
Technical data Aprilia mille type RP, built in 2002
engine
Water-cooled two-cylinder four-stroke 60 degree V engine, four valves per cylinder, injection, dry sump lubrication, uncontrolled catalytic converter, hydraulically operated multi-plate oil bath clutch, six-speed gearbox, O-ring chain. Bore x stroke 97 x 67.5 mm Displacement 998 cm³ Rated output 92 kW (125 PS) at 9500 / min Max. Torque 96 Nm at 7000 / min
landing gear
Bridge frame made of aluminum, upside-down fork, adjustable spring base, rebound and compression damping, two-arm swing arm made of aluminum, central spring strut with lever system, adjustable spring base as well as rebound and compression damping, double disc brake at the front, four-piston fixed calipers, disc brake at the rear. Cast aluminum wheels 3.50 x 17; 6.00 x 17 tires 120/70 ZR 17, 190/50 ZR 17
mass and weight
Wheelbase 1415 mm, steering head angle 65 degrees, caster 99 mm, seat height * 820 mm, weight with a full tank * 216 kg, payload * 185 kg, tank capacity / reserve 18/4 liters.
Readings
(MOTORRAD 5/2002)
Top speed **: 266 km / h
Acceleration 0-100 km / h: 3.1 sec
Pulling speed 60-100 km / h: 4.8 sec
Consumption: 6.3 l / 100 km (country road), 6.8 l / 100 km (at 130 km / h)
* MOTORCYCLE measurements; ** Manufacturer information
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manufacturer
Aprilia RSV 1000 R Factory: Sales figures are on the decline, but technically the factory has been upgraded again for 2006. Coated pistons, 4 hp more power. Almost 15,000 euros expensive.
1998
Market launch of the RSV mille, type: ME. In Europe, the Rotax V2 engine is homologated with 118 HP (otherwise 125 HP). Price: 22,275 marks (11,555 euros).
1999
RSV mille SP racing version, limited to 150 pieces, with variable frame geometry, revised engine (146 hp) and additional titanium double silencer. Price: 59999 marks (30,677 euros).
2000
New injection software, modified clutch and shock absorber, different brake pads made of sintered metal, front tires with 65 mm cross-section. Presentation of RSV mille R with lighter forged aluminum wheels, spring elements and steering dampers from Ohlins, solo rear, lighter plastic tank and various carbon parts. Weight savings compared to the standard model: around four kilograms. Price for the R model: 29,998 marks (15,338 euros).
2001
New type RP with 18 liter plastic tank, fairing and rear redesigned. Modifications to the engine: larger valves, enlarged airbox inlet, changed valve timing, new mapping. In addition, manifolds with a larger cross section, uncontrolled catalytic converter, lighter rear silencer. Front tires with a 70s cross-section, modified chassis geometry, steering damper omitted, new strut with modified lever deflection. Power: 125 hp. At RSV mille R: modified engine set-up, single seat, lighter rims, carbon parts, Ohlins chassis. Prices: 23,999 marks (12,270 euros) or 31,999 marks (16,361 euros) for the R model.
2002
Haga replica model limited to 200 pieces with titanium exhaust system, new Eprom chip and modified motor control, 16-tooth pinion. One kilo lighter, around 3 hp more. Price: 16,800 euros.
2003
RSV mille R with radial brake calipers, pillion seat and 180 rear tires. Price: 15,999 euros.
2004
New designation: RSV 1000 R. Type RR (model year 2004, with dealers since September 2003) with 139 HP and regulated catalytic converter, exhaust pipes on both sides, 212 kilos. New model Factory as a racing variant (lighter rims, Ohlins chassis, carbon parts) and as a noble version of the Factory the Nera (tank and lining made of carbon fibers, titanium screws, magnesium rims, machine around ten kilos lighter in total). Prices: 13,299 euros, 16,999 euros (Factory), 35,000 euros (Nera).
2006
Factory revised, with coated pistons and 4 hp more power. Price: 14800 euros.
2008
The last two-cylinder RSVs roll off the assembly line in Noale / Italy. Prices: 13,985 euros or 16,085 euros (factory).
2010
Still officially in the program, but only on sale. Prices: 14335 euros or 16490 euros (factory).
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