Yamaha FJ 1200 ABS vs Aprilia Caponord 1200 (1200)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Yamaha FJ 1200 ABSstacks up against the Aprilia Caponord 1200. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecYamaha FJ 1200 ABSAprilia Caponord 1200
Model year19972018
Price
Engine1188 cc1197 cc
Horsepower125 hp125 hp
Torque110 Nm114 Nm
Weight221 kg
Seat height31 mm33 mm
Fuel capacity6.3 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed6-speed
Front brakesDual discDouble disc. ABS. Four-piston Brembo monoblock radial calipers.
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc. ABS. Brembo single piston caliper.
Tires120/70-ZR17 / 190/55-ZR17

Yamaha FJ 1200 ABS vs Aprilia Caponord 1200 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Yamaha FJ 1200 ABS and the Aprilia Caponord 1200 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Yamaha FJ 1200 ABS brings 125 hp in a 221 kg package, while the Aprilia Caponord 1200 counters with 125 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: