Yamaha FJ 1200 (reduced effect) vs Aprilia Dorsoduro 900 (1200)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Yamaha FJ 1200 (reduced effect)stacks up against the Aprilia Dorsoduro 900. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecYamaha FJ 1200 (reduced effect)Aprilia Dorsoduro 900
Model year19922022
Price
Engine1188 cc896 cc
Horsepower100 hp95 hp
Torque90 Nm
Weight195 kg
Seat height34 mm
Fuel capacity5.8 L3.2 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed6-speed
Front brakesDual discDouble disc. ABS.Stainless steel wave floating wave disc. 4-piston.
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc. ABS. Four-piston radial calipers..
Tires120/70-17 / 150/80-16 120/70-ZR17 / 180/55-ZR17

Yamaha FJ 1200 (reduced effect) vs Aprilia Dorsoduro 900 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Yamaha FJ 1200 (reduced effect) and the Aprilia Dorsoduro 900 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Yamaha FJ 1200 (reduced effect) brings 100 hp, while the Aprilia Dorsoduro 900 counters with 95 hp at 195 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: