Aprilia ETV 1000 CAPONORD vs Ariel 4G MK II (2008)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Aprilia ETV 1000 CAPONORDstacks up against the Ariel 4G MK II. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecAprilia ETV 1000 CAPONORDAriel 4G MK II
Model year20081967
Price
Engine998 cc1000 cc
Horsepower98 hp
Torque90 Nm
Weight207 kg
Seat height32 mm
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed
Front brakesSingle discExpanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakesSingle discExpanding brake (drum brake)
Tires110/80-19. / 150/70-17.

Aprilia ETV 1000 CAPONORD vs Ariel 4G MK II — which should you buy?

Picking between the Aprilia ETV 1000 CAPONORD and the Ariel 4G MK II usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Aprilia ETV 1000 CAPONORD brings 98 hp, while the Ariel 4G MK II counters with its own power figure at 207 kg.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: