Editing Aprilia ETV1200 Caponord

{{Motorcycle
|name             = Aprilia ETV1200 Caponord
|photo= Aprilia-Caponord-1200--13--7.jpg
|aka              = 
|manufacturer     = [[Aprilia]]
|parent_company   =
|production       = 2013 - 2018
|model_year       =
|predecessor      =
|successor        =
|class            = [[Sport Touring]]
|engine           = Four stroke, longitudinal 90°V twin, DOHC with mixed gear/chain [[timing]] system, 4 valves per cylinder Twin Spark
|bore_stroke      = 106.0mm x 67.8mm
|compression         = 12.0:1
|top_speed        =
|power            = 122.3 HP (91.2 KW) @ 8250RPM
|torque           = 84.09 ft/lbs (114.0 Nm) @ 6800RPM
|fuel_system      =
|ignition         = magneti marelli 7sm twin spark plug per cylinder electronic ignition integrated with injection system
|spark_plug       = {{sparkplug|NGK CR8EKB}} `14-17 <ref name="wps_street_2019">{{cite book|title=2019 Western Power Sports Catalog|publisher=[https://www.wps-inc.com/catalogs Western Power Sports]|date=2019}}</ref>												
|battery          = {{battery|YUASA YTX14-BS}} `14-17 <ref name="wps_street_2019"/>
|transmission     = 6 Speed
|frame            = Modular tubular steel frame fastened to aluminum side plates by high strength bolts. Removable steel rear
|suspension       =Front: Sachs Ø43 mm upside-down front fork with fully adjustable compression and [[rebound damping]] and spring preload. <br>
Rear: Sachs [[hydraulic]] [[shock absorber]] with adjustable rebound and preload.
|brakes           =Front: 2x Ø320 mm stainless steel floating discs. Brembo four-piston radial callipers. Metal braided [[brake]] hoses. <br>Rear: Single Ø240 mm stainless steel disc. Single [[piston]] Brembo caliper. Metal braided brake hose. Continental two channel ABS system and Aprilia Traction Control (ATC).
|front_tire       = {{tire|120/70-ZR17}} `14-17 <ref name="wps_street_2019"/>
|rear_tire   	  = {{tire|180/55-ZR17}} `14-17 <ref name="wps_street_2019"/>
|rake_trail       =
|wheelbase        = 61.61 inches (1565 mm)
|length           = 88.5 inches (2248 mm)
|width            = 36.42 inches (925 mm)
|height           = 47.44 inches (1205 mm)
|seat_height      = 33.07 inches (840 mm)
|dry_weight       = 214 kg / 471.7 lbs 228kg / 502 lbs Travel Pack
|wet_weight       = 228.0 kg
|fuel_capacity    = 24 Liters / 6.34 US gal
|oil_capacity     =
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==Engine==
The engine was a Liquid cooled cooled Four stroke, longitudinal 90°V twin, DOHC with mixed gear/chain timing system, 4 valves per cylinder Twin Spark. The engine featured a 12.0 ± 0.5 : 1 [[compression ratio]].  

==Drive==
Power was moderated via the Multiple discs in oil bath, hydraulically operated.  

==Chassis==
It came with a 120/70 -ZR17 front [[tire]] and a 180/55 -ZR17 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via 2x Ø320 mm stainless steel floating discs. Brembo four-piston radial callipers. Metal braided brake hoses. in the front and a Single Ø240 mm stainless steel disc. Single piston Brembo caliper. Metal braided brake hose. Continental two channel ABS system and Aprilia Traction Control (ATC). in the rear. The front suspension was a  Sachs Ø43 mm upside-down front fork with fully adjustable compression and rebound damping and spring preload. while the rear was equipped with a Sachs hydraulic shock absorber with adjustable rebound and preload.. The ETV1200 Caponord was fitted with a 24 Liters / 6.34 US gal fuel tank. The bike weighed just 214 kg / 471.7 lbs 228kg / 502 lbs Travel Pack. The wheelbase was 1564.6 mm / 61.6 in long.  
== Photos ==
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==2013 Aprilia Caponord 1200==
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The 2012 Caponord 1200 is Aprilia's offer for the big-bore enduro-adventure machines. Engineered with performance and riding comfort in mind, this bike is loaded with plenty of modern technology aimed at making your adventure safer and more pleasant.

The 2012 Caponord 1200 offers rider by wire, multiple maps, a 3-level traction control, ABS, semi-active suspensions, cruise control and an electrically-adjustable rear shock. The bike is available in several trims, and multiple accessories are available, too.


==2014 Aprilia Caponord 1200 ABS==
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[[File:aprilia-caponord-1200-2014-2014-0.jpg|600px|2014 Aprilia Caponord 1200 ABS]]

The 2014 MY Aprilia Caponord 1200 ABS is a versatile bike that perfectly balances safety, top-end performance and comfort, all in a good-looking package typical for Italian engineers. The two-wheeler is packed full of technologies derived from Aprilia's racing programme.

The ride-by-wire system, a system first introduced by Aprilia in 2007, reached its peak in the new Caponord, helping riders get the most out of the bike's performance potential, for when the rider wants to have a little fun.

Another system available only in Aprilia bikes is the Aprilia Traction Control (aTC). Derived from the high-performance APRC on the impressive RSV4, the aTC will ensure maximum grip in any conditions and from any type of surface. It has 3 levels of control, the first one for a pure sport riding experience, the second for the city and touring, and the third one, ideal for safely riding on difficult surfaces with low grip or wet/slippery surfaces.

== Overview ==
The Aprilia Caponord 1200 is powered by a
90-degree 1200cc liquid-cooled fuel-injected DOHC 8-valve V-twin that produces
128 horsepower and 116Nm of torque. its packed with electronics  selectable
engine mapping (sport, touring, raing) and ride-by-wire throttle for smooth,
consistent power delivery. The engine is mated to a six-speed gearbox, operated
via a hydraulic clutch.

The Caponord 1200s chassis uses a mix of steel tubes and forged aluminum
plates for lightness and strength, the ergonomics are optimized for
long-distance riding over all kinds of terrain, the windshield is
height-adjustable and the Capos 24-litre fuel tank means a range of more than
300km on one full tank of fuel.
The bike also has 29-litre panniers that can be
mounted at the back, on the sides, and according to Aprilia, these do not create
any inconvenience for the rear seat passenger. And the exhaust silencers are
height-adjustable, so you can alter their height when you arent riding with
panniers, making sure your bike looks.



Aprilia Releases Caponord 1200 for
Adventure Segment
As the Adventure Touring segment continues to
evolve, so does the technology in each motorcycle companys perspective
machines.
This is especially true in Europe, where many
manufacturers offered a bit more on their 2013 Adventure models  the restyled
BMW R1200GS, the all-new KTM 1190 Adventure, the Ducati Multistrada 1200 and its
new Gran Turismo model, and the Triumph Tiger Explorer in a more off-road worthy
XC version.
Not to be left behind, Aprilia has updated its
former Caponord EVT1000 with a more competitive adventure model  the Caponord
1200.
The 2013 chain-driven machine, which was teased
in March at the Piaggio dealer meeting, uses the Dorsoduros 1197cc 90-degree
V-Twin engine, though recalibrated for better road manners, and is highlighted
with the latest slick technology, including triple mapping Ride-By-Wire,
traction control (ATC), ABS and, with the Touring Package, Aprilia Dynamic
Damping (ADD), which is a semi-active suspension system, and cruise control.
Speaking of the 2013 Caponord 1200, Aprilia says
"introducing Caponord 1200, the perfect bike for any occasion. Easy to handle
and agile in the city, thanks to its advanced and lightweight chassis, quick and
fun in the countryside, thanks to its sophisticated electronic management and
its generous twin cylinder engine, comfortable for rider and passenger in
touring due to the particular attention to ergonomic detail and its excellent
protection against the air, thanks to wind tunnel shape studies."
At a glance, here are the highlights of Aprilias
Caponord 1200:
Standard Equipment:


Ride by Wire system

Three engine maps, Sport, Touring and Rain


ABS (which can be disabled)

ATC (which can be disabled and adjusted to 3
different settings)

Adjustable windshield

Hand guard

Travel Pack additions:



ADD (Aprilia Dynamic Damping)

Cruise Control

Shock absorber with built in piggy back,
spring preload electrically adjustable to 4

predefined settings (rider only, rider and
passenger, rider only with panniers, rider and

passenger with panniers)

Pair of panniers color coded to match the
body (also available as option on standard Caponord 1200)

Center stand (also available as option on
standard Caponord 1200)




Aprilia Caponord 1200 Engine
The Caponords 1197cc, 90-degree V-Twin engine
was designed after intensive study of internal fluid dynamics, the tests aimed
at "improving combustion, decreasing friction and maximizing performance."
Aprilias engine, which features 128 horsepower @
8500 rpm, and 85 ft. lbs. of torque at 6500 rpm, features an oversquare
bore/stroke design, which gives it more grunt in the lower rpm range. With that
much power, the Aprilia will be on top of the horspower race in the adventure
class, with the exception of the 150-horespower Ducati Multistrada.
The engine arrives with offset cylinders for
maximum lateral compactness, double-overhead camshafts driven by a mixed
chain/gear valve timing system and four valves per cylinder.
Also included on the motor is a twin spark
ignition, speed density type electronic fuel injection with two throttle bodies
and micro-nebuliser injectors, stick-coils integrated in spark plug boots , a
three-way catalytic converter with double oxygen sensor and a hydraulically
operated clutch. To assist with powering various electronics, the Aprilia
Caponord 1200 features a more powerful 690W alternator.
Aprilia Caponord 1200 Electronics
First introduced on the 2007 Shiver 750,
Aprilias Ride by Wire (RbW) system helps achieve smooth throttle throughout the
rpm range, all while optimizing fuel economy.
The Caponord 1200 RbW features three maps 
Sport, Touring, Rain  which can be selected on the fly by simply closing the
throttle and selecting a map.
The maps are as follows:


Sport: maximum performance with responsive
and direct power output in order to satisfy an aggressive riding style.

Touring: the maximum power expressed is the
same as the Sport mapping, but output becomes more fluid and suitable for
daily riding or touring.

Rain: power is limited to 100 HP in order to
guarantee maximum control and safety in conditions of poor grip.

Also standard equipment on all 2013 Aprilia
Caponord models is a two-channel ABS system, and ATC (Aprilia Traction Control),
the "exclusive traction control system derived from the Aprilia Performance Ride
Control (APRC) system on the extraordinary RSV4, designed and fine tuned by
Aprilia to get maximum grip out of any type of surface, able to give the rider
great riding confidence, simultaneously increasing safety."
The ATC features three levels:


Level 1: for a pure sport riding experience,
all fun and adrenaline.

Level 2: suitable for the city and touring
and in general to manage the engines great power on any route.

Level 3: ideal for safety taking on
difficult situations such as low grip surfaces, staying in complete control.

The Travel Pack provides further electronics,
including Cruise Control and the ADD. Speaking of the Dynamic Damping system,
Aprilia says the "brand new semi-active dynamic suspension system developed by
Aprilia and patent protected.



"The system measures the energy transmitted to
the vehicle by the harshness of the asphalt, recognizes the riding phases
(acceleration, deceleration, braking, constant throttle) and adapts the
suspension calibration in order to maximize comfort and maintain the bikes
balance.
All of this is possible thanks to the exclusive patented method which combines
the principles of the skyhook and acceleration driven damping algorithms  well
known in the motoring world  allowing maximum performance to be achieved across
the entire fork and shock absorber frequency range.
"In the electromechanical calibration suspension
systems already available on the market, the rider presses a button on the
handlebar to activate an electric motor which changes the suspension set- up. In
the Aprilia ADD dynamic semi-active suspension system, on the other hand, all
the rider has to do is ride."
The Caponord 1200 also features a new digital
instrument panel, the LCD combing a speedometer, rev counter, total and two trip
odometers, fuel level and coolant temperature. There is also a selected mapping
indicator (S,T,R) as well as the shock absorber electric spring preload
indicator (where available). The engaged gear is also indicated, as well as the
ATC level adjustment and heated handgrip operation (available as a separate
option). The series of warning lights on the side include the fuel reserve, ABS
and ATC engaged/disengaged and Cruse Control (where available), Aprilia says.
2013 Aprilia Caponord 1200 Chassis
The Caponords frame is based on the Dorsoduro
1200′s, but is modified for adventure touring duties. Aprilia says the layout of
the frame is still a mixed structure, made up of a trellis in high resistance
steel tubes connected to a pair of die cast aluminum plates.
The Caponord features a new rear subframe, and a
laterally-positioned rear shock absorber with spring preload and rebound
adjustability. The 43mm front fork features adjustable spring preload,
compression and rebound.
The new Aprilia rolls on lightweight aluminum
17-inch wheels, which take design cues from the RSV4, and uses a Brembo braking
system (two 320mm discs squeezed by four-piston monoblock calipers up front, and
a 240mm disc squeezed by a single-piston floating caliper out back.
The Aprilia Caponord 1200 is further outfitted
for adventure touring with upright ergonomics, an adjustable windscreen,
fairings designed for better aerodynamics and wind protection, standard
handguards, a 33-inch seat height, and a 6.3-gallon fuel tank capable of up to
200 miles between fill ups.
The Aprilia Caponord will be available in two
colors  white or black. Aprilia has yet to release the MSRP.




MD Review

The Aprilia Caponord 1200 was introduced to the press on the beautiful roads of
Sardinia, complimented by rain and wind. If the latest Caponord from Aprilia has
been a long time coming, all we can say is good things are worth waiting for.

At the heart of this new adventure tourer is the same v-twin found in the
Dorsoduro we previously tested. Peak horsepower and peak torque are down just
slightly in the Caponord, delivered at lower rpm levels for a broader spread of
power (125 hp at 8,250 rpm and 84.4 ft./pounds at 6,800 rpm). The changes
include smaller throttle bodies, and Aprilia is claiming a 20% improvement in
fuel consumption compared to the Dorsoduro.

As it has already done in its superbike family, Aprilia is aggressively
incorporating advanced electronic controls in the new Caponord. In the upper end
Travel Pack version we tested, in addition to ABS and traction control,
Aprilia incorporates cruise control as well as ADD (which means Aprilia Dynamic
Damping, rather than Attention Deficit Disorder). A description of ADD could
include an article of its own. Suffice it to say that this proprietary Aprilia
system controls the SACHS suspension units by sensing road conditions and riding
style to make damping adjustments that best complement the given conditions. The
bikes ECU monitors numerous variables (among them throttle opening, braking,
acceleration, speed and engine speed) to make the suspension adjustment
assessment. Additionally, Aprilia has also incorporated a self-adjusting spring
pre-load for the rear shock that reacts to the load placed on the bike by the
rider, passenger and luggage.

Finally, the ride-by-wire throttle response can also be adjusted by selecting
one of three different maps, including Sport, Touring and Rain.

Compared to the Dorsoduro, the Caponord 1200 has revised steering geometry, with
reduced rake and increased trail. The wheelbase has been increased roughly 1-1/2
inches. The ABS braking system includes top drawer radial mount Brembo front
calipers.

The Caponord has an Aprilia family resemblance. The RSV4 superbike is brought to
mind when viewing the bike from the front, and the silhouette is quite sporty
for the adventure tourer class.

Swinging a leg over the Caponord revealed a seat height that is tall, but not
excessive for the adventure touring class (33″). The rider triangle created by
the wide-set handlebars, footpegs and generous seat provided a very comfortable
mount for attacking the twisty roads of Sardinia. The screen height is also
adjustable, although it must be done while the bike is stationary. Wind
protection is good for the class, leaving a fairly smooth air stream at helmet
level.




The instrument panel is thorough and legible, and assists relatively
straightforward adjustment of the ignition maps, suspension damper settings,
traction control settings and ABS.

The Caponard 1200 with Travel Pack features the 29 liter saddlebags pictured,
each of which accommodates a full-face helmet.

The big 90 degree v-twin responds nicely from as little as 2,000 rpm, and
vibration levels are noticeable but pleasant. Clutch action is relatively easy,
and gear changes positive. A steady 70 mph yield roughly 4, 200 rpm on the tach
for relaxed touring. We had all the acceleration we needed on the windy roads by
rolling the throttle on between 4,000 and 6,000 rpm.

Although the roads were frequently damp, we stuck primarily to the Sport and
Touring ignition maps, finding less difference in the two than we
expected.Throttle response was smooth enough that we preferred the more
aggressive Sport setting. I also preferred the less intrusive traction control
setting despite the road conditions. This is an easy bike to ride fast.

The flexibility of the engine allows you to comfortably wind it on to 8,000 rpm
before shifting, and the 125 hp feels more than adequate despite some of the
competition reaching for superbike-like horsepower levels.

The Caponord 1200 is not the lightest member of the large enduro market with a
claimed dry weight of 502 pounds. Nevertheless, we were impressed by the
semi-active suspension performance, and the balanced feeling of the bike. The
big Caponord seemed to combine comfortable compliance with stiffer, more
aggressive damping when needed for aggressive riding. Quite impressive.

Balanced is a good word to describe the Caponord 1200. It is not the lightest
or most athletic member of the category, but it combines competent handling with
comfort and wind protection suitable for long distances with both a passenger
and luggage aboard. The most comprehensive electronics package in the category
includes an excellent cruise control feature, as well.

Source





{|  class="wikitable"
|- 
!Make Model
|Aprilia Caponord 1200
|- 
!Year
|2013
|- 
!Engine Type
|Four stroke, longitudinal 90°V twin, DOHC with mixed gear/chain timing system, 4 valves per cylinder Twin Spark
|- 
!Displacement
|1197 cc / 73.0 cu in
|- 
!Bore X Stroke
|106 x 67.8 mm
|- 
!Cooling System
|Liquid cooled
|- 
!Compression
|12.0 ± 0.5 : 1
|- 
!Lubrication
|Wet sump
|- 
!Exhaust
|2 into 1 exhaust system in 100% stainless steel with three-way catalytic converter and lambda probe
|- 
!Induction
|Integrated engine management system. Injection with triple map Ride by Wire throttle management: Sport (S), Touring (T), Rain (R)
|- 
!Ignition
|Digital electronic, integrated with the injection, two spark plugs per cylinder
|- 
!Alternator
|690 W/6000 rpm
|- 
!Starting
|Electric
|- 
!Max Power
|125 hp / 91.9 kW @ 8500 rpm
|- 
!Max Torque
|114 Nm / 11.6 kgf-m / 84.6 lb/ft @ 6500 rpm
|- 
!Clutch
|Multiple discs in oil bath, hydraulically operated
|- 
!Transmission
|6 Speed
|- 
!Final Drive
|Chain.
|- 
!Drive Ratio
|17/42
|- 
!Gear Ratio
|1st 14/37 2nd 18/32 3rd 21/28 4th 24/26 5th 25/24 6th 27/24
|- 
!Frame
|Modular tubular steel frame fastened to aluminum side plates by high strength bolts. Removable steel rear
|- 
!Front Suspension
|Sachs Ø43 mm upside-down front fork with fully adjustable compression and rebound damping and spring preload.
|- 
!Front Wheel Travel
|167 mm / 6.5 in
|- 
!Rear Suspension
|Sachs hydraulic shock absorber with adjustable rebound and preload.
|- 
!Rear Wheel Travel
|150 mm / 5.9 in
|- 
!Front Brakes
|2x Ø320 mm stainless steel floating discs. Brembo four-piston radial callipers. Metal braided brake hoses.
|- 
!Rear Brakes
|Single Ø240 mm stainless steel disc. Single piston Brembo caliper. Metal braided brake hose. Continental two channel ABS system and Aprilia Traction Control (ATC).
|- 
!Wheels
|Lightweight aluminum alloy with three split spokes.
|- 
!Front Wheel
|3.50 X 17
|- 
!Rear Wheel
|6.00 x 17
|- 
!Front Tire
|120/70 -ZR17
|- 
!Rear Tire
|180/55 -ZR17
|- 
!Rake
|26.1°
|- 
!Trail
|125 mm / 4.9 in
|- 
!Dimensions
|Length 2245 mm / 88.3 in Height 1440 mm / 56.6 in
|- 
!Wheelbase
|1564.6 mm / 61.6 in
|- 
!Seat Height
|840 mm / 33.0 in
|- 
!Dry Weight
|214 kg / 471.7 lbs 228kg / 502 lbs Travel Pack
|- 
!Fuel Capacity
|24 Liters / 6.34 US gal
|- 
!Fuel Reserve
|5 Liters / 1.3 US gal

|}
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