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[[File:2001-Aprilia-RST1000-Futura-in-red.jpg|thumb|right|2001 Aprilia RST1000 Futura in red]] | [[File:2001-Aprilia-RST1000-Futura-in-red.jpg|thumb|right|2001 Aprilia RST1000 Futura in red]] | ||
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==Design== | ==Design== | ||
The Futura incorporated an | The Futura incorporated an aluminium-alloy, double-parallel-beam frame with a single-sided [[swinging arm]]. Transmission is ''via'' a six-speed gearbox and chain-final drive. Other features included CDI [[dual ignition]] system using two spark plugs per cylinder, [[dry sump]] lubrication, mixed gear/chain timing, (AVDC) double-balance countershaft, and power-assisted hydraulic-controlled clutch, with a patented Pneumatic Power Clutch" (PPC) to simulate a [[slipper clutch]] to control rear-wheel bounce during sudden deceleration.<ref>{{cite web|title=Aprilia Futura|url=http://www.motorcyclistonline.com/roadtests/aprilia_futura/index.html|accessdate=27 March 2012}}</ref> | ||
<ref>{{cite web|title=APRILIA RST 1000 FUTURA – BEST USED BIKES|url=http://www.cycleworld.com/2010/08/13/aprilia-rst-1000-futura-best-used-bikes/|accessdate=27 March 2012}}</ref> The Futura's dry weight is 210 kg (463 lb). | <ref>{{cite web|title=APRILIA RST 1000 FUTURA – BEST USED BIKES|url=http://www.cycleworld.com/2010/08/13/aprilia-rst-1000-futura-best-used-bikes/|accessdate=27 March 2012}}</ref> The Futura's dry weight is 210 kg (463 lb). | ||
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==Chassis== | ==Chassis== | ||
It came with a 120/70-17 front [[tire]] and a 180/55-17 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via double disc. 4-piston [[calipers]] in the front and a single disc. 2-piston calipers in the rear. The front suspension was a [[showa]] 43 mm upside-down fork with adjustment for compression, preload and rebound dampening. while the rear was equiped with a single member | It came with a 120/70-17 front [[tire]] and a 180/55-17 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via double disc. 4-piston [[calipers]] in the front and a single disc. 2-piston calipers in the rear. The front suspension was a [[showa]] 43 mm upside-down fork with adjustment for compression, preload and rebound dampening. while the rear was equiped with a single member aluminium alloy swing-arm. aps (aprilia progressive system) linkage.sachs hydraulic monoshock with adjustment for compression, preload and rebound dampening.. The RST1000 Futura was fitted with a 4.76 Gallon (18.00 Liters) fuel tank. The bike weighed just 416.67 pounds (189.0 Kg). The wheelbase was 56.5 inches (1435 mm) long. | ||
==In Media== | ==In Media== | ||
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==References== | ==References== | ||
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[[Category: Aprilia motorcycles]] | [[Category: Aprilia motorcycles]] | ||
[[Category: 2000s motorcycles]] | [[Category: 2000s motorcycles]] | ||