Aprilia RSV4 Factory APRC ABS vs Ecosse Spirit ES1 (2014)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Aprilia RSV4 Factory APRC ABSstacks up against the Ecosse Spirit ES1. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Aprilia RSV4 Factory APRC ABS | Ecosse Spirit ES1 |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2014 | 2011 |
| Price | $20,499 | — |
| Engine | 1000 cc | 1000 cc |
| Horsepower | 184 hp | 200 hp |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Weight | 181 kg | 120 kg |
| Seat height | 33 mm | — |
| Fuel capacity | 4.5 L | — |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | 6-speed | 6-speed |
| Front brakes | Double disc. ABS. Floating stainless steel disc | Double disc |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. ABS. Floating calliper with two 32mm isolated pistons | Single disc |
| Tires | 120/70-ZR17 / 200/55-ZR17 | 120/70-ZR17 / 190/70-ZR17 |
Aprilia RSV4 Factory APRC ABS vs Ecosse Spirit ES1 — which should you buy?
Picking between the Aprilia RSV4 Factory APRC ABS and the Ecosse Spirit ES1 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Aprilia RSV4 Factory APRC ABS brings 184 hp in a 181 kg package, while the Ecosse Spirit ES1 counters with 200 hp at 120 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: