APRILIA RSV4 R User Manual

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Fasten the camshaft in horizontal po-
sition, as shown in the figure, and make
it spin to check the eccentricity with a
dial gauge; if necessary, replace the
part.
Characteristic
Maximum camshaft axial clearance (intake/ex-
haust)
0.4 mm (0.0016 in)
WARNING
THE EXHAUST CAMSHAFTS OF THE FRONT AND REAR CYLINDER BANKS MUST BOTH BE OF
THE SAME TYPE - EITHER WITH A CONVENTIONAL GEAR OR WITH A SELF-ADJUSTING CAM-
SHAFT GEAR. THE TWO TYPES OF CAMSHAFT ARE INTERCHANGEABLE ON ALL ENGINES
IRRESPECTIVE OF THE CAMSHAFT TYPE ORIGINALLY INSTALLED.
Check the timing chain for damage or stiffness
while moving.
If necessary, replace the timing chain together with
the camshaft gears.
Check the timing chain guide sliders for damage.
If necessary, replace the parts.
Installing camshafts
NOTE
Engines up to engine No. V4 2470 are equipped with con-
ventional exhaust camshaft gears, while engines from en-
gine No. V4 2471, are equipped with self-adjusting exhaust
camshaft gears.
RSV4 R Engine
ENG - 279

APRILIA RSV4 R Specifications

General

Displacement	999.6 cc
Torque	115 Nm @ 10, 000 rpm
Transmission	6-speed
Frame	Aluminum dual beam chassis
Seat Height	845 mm
Dry Weight	179 kg
Bore x Stroke	78 x 52.3 mm
Front Tire	120/70 ZR17
Rear Tire	190/55 ZR17
Wheelbase	1420 mm
Power	180 hp @ 12, 500 rpm
Front Suspension	Upside-down fork, 43 mm
Front Brakes	Dual 320 mm discs, radial calipers
Rear Brakes	220 mm disc, Brembo caliper
Fuel System	Fuel injection
Fuel Capacity	18.5 L (4.9 US gal)