In the test: the Aprilia Dorsoduro 1200 ABS-ATC

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Test: Aprilia Dorsoduro 1200 ABS / ATC

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The strongest series supermoto on the planet encourages acrobatic performances thanks to paller power. The detailed individual test clarifies what else the Aprilia Dorsoduro 1200 can do.

M.ith short, crisp slides the Dorsoduro rushes out of the corners. The traction control reliably catches the breaking rear wheel again and again. As a result, the driving aid seduces the pilot into accelerating even harder. So squeeze your buttocks together and accelerate even earlier and more brutally. But as hard as he tries to fully tension the cable at the apex, a good piece is missing every time until it stops. To open the shower completely, the nozzle simply goes too far!

No question about it, dancing at the cutting edge is an effort to overcome. This also requires a lot of confidence in the technology installed in a supermoto for the first time. In this point, the Aprilia Dorsoduro 1200 ABS / ATC is absolutely trustworthy, because the system works first class. At position one, the sharpest of three levels, the ATC (Aprilia Traction Control) allows so much slip that only painless cracks can stand when the tail begins to lurch wildly. Only one thing helps: slowly approach. Levels two or three are ideal for this, because the ATC controls much earlier here. Visually recognizable by the yellow warning light in the cockpit, which flickers nervously when the traction control intervenes. Budding drift professionals watch out: In first-gear arches, when the throttle valve is wide open, there is so much traction on the rear wheel that highsiders threaten despite ATC. And when the tires are cold, no system in the world protects against take-off if the cock is cocked too tightly in an inclined position.

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Wheelies with the Aprilia Dorsoduro 1200 are only possible when the traction control is switched off .

The system also helps less ambitious pilots. Because when the road is wet or there are large jumps in the coefficient of friction, it prevents the rear wheel from suddenly overtaking the front. However, traction control has one disadvantage: if it is activated, it does not allow wheelies. Almost a sin, because such deposits belong to a supermoto like scantily clad grid girls on the grid. Since the system can only be switched on or off when the bike is stationary, the Dorsoduro driver has to decide for or against ATC before rolling off.

If he prefers wheelies, the touring mode “T" the three engine characteristics that can be selected at the push of a button. In “T" the Italian goes on the gas very gently and still offers full power. In sport mode "S" the supermoto also delivers the full punch, but jumps on the gas very abruptly. This gives a very direct feeling when shooting combat, but it causes hard load changes in everyday life. "R" stands for rain and is reserved for cautious people on wet roads. Like the touring variant, this position offers a gentle response, but cuts performance. From around 5500 rpm, the drive generates less lard, at its peak it sends 104 instead of the uncut 130 hp to the gearbox.

A real waste, because every single pony causes a real high of happiness. The 1200 fires with brute force, the pilot enjoys the show with a mixture of incredulous astonishment and unbridled enthusiasm. The V2, which was specially designed for the Dorsoduro, pushes on from as little as 2500 rpm without jerking and punches almost without holes up to the electronic stop at 9500 rpm. Acoustically, the great, sonorous rumble of the underseat exhaust underlines the high potential of the two-cylinder. From 7000 tours and with the shower fully open, the Aprilia driver feels the mighty rumble of the relentlessly chasing up and down, fat 106 pistons. At these speeds, the drive also generates high-frequency vibrations, but these do not detract from the experience. The 1200 unit runs almost velvety between 3500 rpm and 4500 rpm with the throttle flaps open.

And the dark side? Clearly the high consumption. The Italian indulges in a full 9.5 liters per 100 kilometers with a sporty driving style – clearly too much. Since the tank only holds 15 liters, the sumo hero often has to stop at the gas station. The stiff clutch and the somewhat bony gearbox do not trigger any joy. Except for these shortcomings, the V2 is a real gem.

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The Aprilia Dorsoduro 1200 comes with ABS and switchable traction control.

This also applies to the chassis, but also with small restrictions. Because in the Dorsoduro there is what it says on it: The name means “hard back” in German. In fact, the Aprilia demands a certain capacity for suffering from its pilot. At least in the standard setting, the fork and shock absorber literally jump over rough bumps and send the bumps to the pilot almost unfiltered. Only after we have significantly softened the damping does the Italo bride appear more pleasing. Now it runs smoothly over asphalt wrinkles. Only hard edges penetrate the driver, especially at the rear.

Despite the wellness cure, the Aprilia is very full and gives good feedback from the road. In addition, for a bike with long suspension travel, it burns quite precisely in and around the arches. However, it lets the driver feel its high fighting weight of 227 kilograms when bending. The 187 millimeter wide rear tire, which is actually a 180 according to the labeling, also contributes to the slightly bulky handling. The skin stretches a little flatter and therefore also wider over the six-inch rim, which normally accommodates silts in 190 dimensions. I don’t understand why Aprilia is putting such a fat bike in a supermoto.

Brakes issue. The stoppers bite violently. However, you need some manual strength for this. As with the presentation (PS 12/2010), the setting of the ABS is astonishing, as it allows a strong lift off the rear wheel and, in extreme cases, a forward somersault with hard anchoring and a lot of grip. Experienced jockeys prefer the very late intervention to a system that regulates too early. Less experienced people should be prepared for this peculiarity. Or stay away from the Dorsoduro 1200. In this case, however, they miss the captivating driving dynamics of the most powerful production supermoto on the planet.

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Measured values ​​/ technical data

Power on the crankshaft, measurements on Dynojet roller dynamometer 250.

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A motorcycle for the tough pace: Aprilia Dorsoduro 1200.

Technical specifications


drive
Two-cylinder 90 degree V-engine, 4 valves / cylinder, 95.5 kW (130 PS) at 8700 / min *, 115 Nm at 7200 / min *, 1197 cm³, bore / stroke: 106.0 / 67, 8 mm, compression: 12.0: 1, ignition / injection system, 52 mm throttle valves, hydraulically operated multi-plate oil bath clutch, six-speed gearbox, G-Kat, chain

landing gear

Steel tubular frame with screwed-on cast aluminum profiles, steering head angle: 65.1 degrees, caster: 118 mm, wheelbase: 1528 mm, upside-down fork, Ø fork inner tube: 43 mm, adjustable in spring base, rebound and compression. Directly hinged strut on the side, adjustable in spring base, rebound and compression. Suspension travel front / rear: 160/155 mm

Wheels and brakes

Cast light alloy wheels, 3.50 x 17 "/ 6.00 x 17", front tires: 120/70 ZR 17, rear: 180/55 ZR 17, first tires: Pirelli Diablo Rosso II, 320 mm double disc brakes with radially attached Four- piston fixed calipers at the front, 240 mm single disc with single-piston floating caliper at the rear

measurements and weight
Length / width / height: 2190/900/1320 mm *, seat / handlebar height: 880/1100 mm, handlebar width: 775 mm, 227 kg fully fueled, v./h .: 47.4 / 52.6%

Rear wheel power in last gear
88 kW (120 PS) at 220 km / h * *

consumption
Fuel type: Super unleaded. Average test consumption: 9.5 liters / 100 km, tank capacity 15 liters, range: 157 km

Base price
11,799 euros (plus additional costs) ABS / ATC surcharge: 1,000 euros

Performance

Top speed *:

220 km / h

Acceleration**:

0-100 km / h in 3.5s

0-150 km / h in 6.2s

0-200 km / h in 12.1s

Draft **:

50-100 km / h in 4.5 seconds

100-150 km / h in 5.3s

* Manufacturer information ** PS measurement

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