Aprilia RSV 1000 R vs MV Agusta F4 Tamburini (2009)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Aprilia RSV 1000 Rstacks up against the MV Agusta F4 Tamburini. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Aprilia RSV 1000 R | MV Agusta F4 Tamburini |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2009 | 2007 |
| Price | — | — |
| Engine | 983 cc | 998 cc |
| Horsepower | 141 hp | 170 hp |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Weight | 189 kg | 191 kg |
| Seat height | 32 mm | — |
| Fuel capacity | 4.8 L | 4.6 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | — | 6-speed |
| Front brakes | Double disc | Double disc |
| Rear brakes | Single disc | Single disc |
| Tires | 120/70-17. / 190/50-17 | 120/65-ZR17 / 190/55-ZR17 |
Aprilia RSV 1000 R vs MV Agusta F4 Tamburini — which should you buy?
Picking between the Aprilia RSV 1000 R and the MV Agusta F4 Tamburini usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Aprilia RSV 1000 R brings 141 hp in a 189 kg package, while the MV Agusta F4 Tamburini counters with 170 hp at 191 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: