Aprilia RSV4 Factory ABS vs Honda Fireblade SP (2015)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Aprilia RSV4 Factory ABSstacks up against the Honda Fireblade SP. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Aprilia RSV4 Factory ABS | Honda Fireblade SP |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2015 | 2014 |
| Price | — | — |
| Engine | 1000 cc | 1000 cc |
| Horsepower | 184 hp | 178 hp |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Weight | 181 kg | — |
| Seat height | 33 mm | 32 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 4.5 L | 4.6 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | 6-speed | 6-speed |
| Front brakes | Double disc. ABS. Floating stainless steel disc | Double disc. Hydraulic. Four-piston calipers. |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. ABS. Floating calliper with two 32mm isolated pistons | Single disc. Hydraulic. Single-piston caliper. |
| Tires | 120/70-ZR17 / 200/55-ZR17 | 120/70-ZR17 / 190/50-ZR17 |
Aprilia RSV4 Factory ABS vs Honda Fireblade SP — which should you buy?
Picking between the Aprilia RSV4 Factory ABS and the Honda Fireblade SP usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Aprilia RSV4 Factory ABS brings 184 hp in a 181 kg package, while the Honda Fireblade SP counters with 178 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: