Aprilia ETV 1000 CAPONORD vs Vincent HRD Series B Rapide (2008)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Aprilia ETV 1000 CAPONORDstacks up against the Vincent HRD Series B Rapide. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecAprilia ETV 1000 CAPONORDVincent HRD Series B Rapide
Model year20081951
Price
Engine998 cc998 cc
Horsepower98 hp45 hp
Torque90 Nm
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 Vincent HRD Series B Rapide — which should you buy?

Picking between the Aprilia ETV 1000 CAPONORD and the Vincent HRD Series B Rapide usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Aprilia ETV 1000 CAPONORD brings 98 hp, while the Vincent HRD Series B Rapide counters with 45 hp.

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: