Aprilia RXV 450 Engine 2006-2013 Workshop Service Manual
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🏷️ Basic Information Identification Make: Aprilia Model: RXV 450 Model Designation: RXV 450 Vehicle Type: Dual-sport Motorcycle Codes Engine Code General: V-twin, 4-stroke 👋 Introduction Market Position Motorcycle Segment: High-performance dual-sport/supermoto motorcycle, known for its Italian engineering and off-road capability. Competitive Analysis Competitors: Primarily competed with other European and Japanese dual-sport and supermoto models of similar displacement, though the RXV often stood out due to its V-twin engine configuration. Key Features Distinctive Attributes: Unique V-twin engine layout in its class, aggressive styling, advanced chassis components, strong performance potential. 📋 Manual Details Coverage Areas Years Covered: 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 Page Count Page Count: Not specified in product description, but typically a comprehensive workshop manual for this era of Aprilia would exceed 500 pages. Manual Type Manual Type: Workshop Service Manual Language Language: English (assumed based on common practice for this market and product description's context) Format Format: PDF Download 📖 Manual Coverage Systems Covered Engine Systems: Engine assembly/disassembly, lubrication system, cooling system, fuel system (carburetor/injection), ignition system, exhaust system, starting system, engine electricals. Transmission Systems: Gearbox overhaul, clutch operation and maintenance, shift mechanism. Chassis Systems: Frame inspection and repair, suspension (forks and rear shock), steering system, wheels, tires, braking system (front and rear), drive chain and sprockets. Electrical Systems: Wiring diagrams, lighting system, battery, charging system, instrumentation, starter motor, ignition coils, sensors. Bodywork And Trim: Fairings, seat, fuel tank, fenders, decorative elements. Procedures Included Maintenance Procedures: Routine servicing, oil changes, filter replacements, spark plug checks, chain adjustment, brake bleeding, coolant flushing. Repair Procedures: Component-level repair and replacement, engine rebuilding, gearbox repairs, suspension overhauls, electrical diagnostics and repair. Troubleshooting Guides: Diagnostic charts for common problems, symptom-based fault finding. Technical Specifications: Torque specifications, valve clearances, fluid capacities, electrical component data, wear limits. Technical Depth Depth Of Coverage: Comprehensive, covering everything from basic maintenance to complete engine and chassis rebuilds. Suitable for professional mechanics and experienced DIY enthusiasts. 📊 Manual Specifications File Format File Format: PDF Print Quality Print Quality: Digital PDF, allowing for scalable viewing and printing of diagrams and text. Binding Type Binding Type: N/A (Digital PDF download) Paper Type Paper Type: N/A (Digital PDF download) ⚙️ Engine Specifications Primary Engine Engine Type: Four-stroke, V-twin (90° V-angle) Displacement: 449.8 cc Bore X Stroke: 70 mm x 58 mm (typical for this engine family, specific data in manual) Compression Ratio: 12.5:1 (typical, specific data in manual) Valve Train: DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder Cooling System: Liquid-cooled Performance Horsepower Output: Approximately 50-55 HP (actual figures vary by market and specific tuning, manual will provide definitive specs). Torque Output: Approximately 45-50 Nm (actual figures vary by market and specific tuning, manual will provide definitive specs). Fuel System Fuel Delivery: Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) - typically Dell'Orto or similar, with dual throttle bodies. Fuel Type: Unleaded gasoline, minimum 95 RON Engine Components Camshaft Type: Dual Overhead Camshaft (DOHC) Pistons: Forged aluminum (typical for performance engines). 🔧 Transmission Standard Transmission Type: 6-speed constant mesh Clutch Type: Wet, multi-plate, hydraulically operated Features Gear Ratios: Specific gear ratios will be detailed in the manual, crucial for performance tuning and understanding power delivery. Final Drive: Chain drive (e.g., 15/48T sprocket ratio typical). 📐 Dimensions Exterior Overall Length: Approx. 2200 mm (varies by specific RXV model configuration, e.g., RXV 450 vs. SXV 450) Overall Width: Approx. 850 mm Seat Height: Approx. 920 mm (high seat height typical for dual-sport) Weights Dry Weight: Approx. 140 kg Wet Weight: Approx. 155 kg (with fluids, varies) Capacities Fuel Tank Capacity: Approx. 7.5 liters (dual tanks often present, check manual for exact configuration) Oil Capacity: Approx. 1.7 liters (check manual for specific engine oil capacity). 🛡️ Safety Features Active Features Braking System Front: Dual hydraulic disc brakes, typically radial-mount calipers. Specific disc size and caliper model in manual. Braking System Rear: Single hydraulic disc brake, typically with a floating caliper. Specific disc size and caliper model in manual. Suspension Front: Upside-down telescopic forks, fully adjustable (rebound, compression, preload). Specific model (e.g., Marzocchi) and travel in manual. Suspension Rear: Monoshock, fully adjustable (rebound, compression, preload). Specific model (e.g., Sachs) and travel in manual. Passive Features Lighting: Halogen headlight, LED tail light, turn signals. Tires: Dual-sport or Supermoto tires depending on variant. Front: 90/90-21, Rear: 140/80-18 (typical for RXV 450, check manual). 💡 Technology Features Infotainment Instrumentation: Digital instrument cluster displaying speed, RPM, odometer, trip meters, fuel level (if equipped), warning lights. Specific data format detailed in the manual. Driver Assistance ABS: Not typically standard on early RXV models; optional or absent. Manual will specify if present. Connectivity Diagnostic Ports: May feature a diagnostic connector for electronic troubleshooting, details in manual. 🔧 Maintenance Service Intervals Oil Change Interval: Every 5,000 km or 6 months (typical for Aprilia, confirm in manual). Filter Replacement: Oil filter with every oil change. Air filter check/clean every...
High-performance dual-sport/supermoto motorcycle, known for its Italian engineering and off-road capability.
Competitive Analysis
Competitors:
Primarily competed with other European and Japanese dual-sport and supermoto models of similar displacement, though the RXV often stood out due to its V-twin engine configuration.
Key Features
Distinctive Attributes:
Unique V-twin engine layout in its class, aggressive styling, advanced chassis components, strong performance potential.
📋 Manual Details
Coverage Areas
Years Covered:
2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013
Page Count
Page Count:
Not specified in product description, but typically a comprehensive workshop manual for this era of Aprilia would exceed 500 pages.
Manual Type
Manual Type:
Workshop Service Manual
Language
Language:
English (assumed based on common practice for this market and product description's context)
Gearbox overhaul, clutch operation and maintenance, shift mechanism.
Chassis Systems:
Frame inspection and repair, suspension (forks and rear shock), steering system, wheels, tires, braking system (front and rear), drive chain and sprockets.
Comprehensive, covering everything from basic maintenance to complete engine and chassis rebuilds. Suitable for professional mechanics and experienced DIY enthusiasts.
📊 Manual Specifications
File Format
File Format:
PDF
Print Quality
Print Quality:
Digital PDF, allowing for scalable viewing and printing of diagrams and text.
Binding Type
Binding Type:
N/A (Digital PDF download)
Paper Type
Paper Type:
N/A (Digital PDF download)
⚙️ Engine Specifications
Primary Engine
Engine Type:
Four-stroke, V-twin (90° V-angle)
Displacement:
449.8 cc
Bore X Stroke:
70 mm x 58 mm (typical for this engine family, specific data in manual)
Compression Ratio:
12.5:1 (typical, specific data in manual)
Valve Train:
DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
Cooling System:
Liquid-cooled
Performance
Horsepower Output:
Approximately 50-55 HP (actual figures vary by market and specific tuning, manual will provide definitive specs).
Torque Output:
Approximately 45-50 Nm (actual figures vary by market and specific tuning, manual will provide definitive specs).
Fuel System
Fuel Delivery:
Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) - typically Dell'Orto or similar, with dual throttle bodies.
Fuel Type:
Unleaded gasoline, minimum 95 RON
Engine Components
Camshaft Type:
Dual Overhead Camshaft (DOHC)
Pistons:
Forged aluminum (typical for performance engines).
🔧 Transmission
Standard
Transmission Type:
6-speed constant mesh
Clutch Type:
Wet, multi-plate, hydraulically operated
Features
Gear Ratios:
Specific gear ratios will be detailed in the manual, crucial for performance tuning and understanding power delivery.
Final Drive:
Chain drive (e.g., 15/48T sprocket ratio typical).
📐 Dimensions
Exterior
Overall Length:
Approx. 2200 mm (varies by specific RXV model configuration, e.g., RXV 450 vs. SXV 450)
Overall Width:
Approx. 850 mm
Seat Height:
Approx. 920 mm (high seat height typical for dual-sport)
Weights
Dry Weight:
Approx. 140 kg
Wet Weight:
Approx. 155 kg (with fluids, varies)
Capacities
Fuel Tank Capacity:
Approx. 7.5 liters (dual tanks often present, check manual for exact configuration)
Oil Capacity:
Approx. 1.7 liters (check manual for specific engine oil capacity).
🛡️ Safety Features
Active Features
Braking System Front:
Dual hydraulic disc brakes, typically radial-mount calipers. Specific disc size and caliper model in manual.
Braking System Rear:
Single hydraulic disc brake, typically with a floating caliper. Specific disc size and caliper model in manual.
Suspension Front:
Upside-down telescopic forks, fully adjustable (rebound, compression, preload). Specific model (e.g., Marzocchi) and travel in manual.
Suspension Rear:
Monoshock, fully adjustable (rebound, compression, preload). Specific model (e.g., Sachs) and travel in manual.
Passive Features
Lighting:
Halogen headlight, LED tail light, turn signals.
Tires:
Dual-sport or Supermoto tires depending on variant. Front: 90/90-21, Rear: 140/80-18 (typical for RXV 450, check manual).
💡 Technology Features
Infotainment
Instrumentation:
Digital instrument cluster displaying speed, RPM, odometer, trip meters, fuel level (if equipped), warning lights. Specific data format detailed in the manual.
Driver Assistance
ABS:
Not typically standard on early RXV models; optional or absent. Manual will specify if present.
Connectivity
Diagnostic Ports:
May feature a diagnostic connector for electronic troubleshooting, details in manual.
🔧 Maintenance
Service Intervals
Oil Change Interval:
Every 5,000 km or 6 months (typical for Aprilia, confirm in manual).
Filter Replacement:
Oil filter with every oil change. Air filter check/clean every 5,000 km, replace as needed.
Spark Plug Maintenance:
Check/clean/gap every 10,000 km, replace as needed (manual will specify plug type and gap).
Valve Adjustment Interval:
Every 10,000-15,000 km or as per manual recommendations, critical for V-twins.
Fluid Specifications
Engine Oil Type:
SAE 10W-50 Synthetic Motorcycle Oil, API SG or higher, JASO MA certified. Refer to manual for precise specifications and brands.
Coolant Type:
Ethylene glycol based coolant with corrosion inhibitors, mixed 50/50 with distilled water. Manual will specify type and capacity.
Brake Fluid Type:
DOT 4 hydraulic brake fluid. Manual will specify exact requirements and bleeding procedures.
Early models sometimes experienced issues with the fuel pump, stator reliability, and cooling system efficiency. Regular maintenance and adherence to manual specifications are crucial. The V-twin engine requires precise valve adjustments.
Electrical Diagnostics:
Complex electrical systems can be challenging; the manual's wiring diagrams are essential for troubleshooting.
📚 Vehicle History
Brand Heritage
Aprilia Legacy:
Aprilia has a rich history in motorcycle racing, particularly in Grand Prix and Supermoto, known for innovation and performance-oriented machines.
Model Evolution
Rxv Lineage:
The RXV series, introduced in the mid-2000s, represented Aprilia's push into high-performance dual-sport and supermoto segments, sharing a platform with the SXV models but with different suspension and wheel configurations for off-road bias.
Production
Manufacturing Location:
Italy
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Recognitions
Motorcycle Reviews:
The RXV series generally received positive reviews for its performance and unique character, often praised by journalists for its handling and potent V-twin engine, though sometimes criticized for maintenance complexity and reliability concerns in early iterations.
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