APRILIA RSV4 R User Manual

Removing connecting rods - pistons
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Remove both heads.
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Open the crankcases.
•
Install the tool that keeps the crank-
shaft in position.
Specific tooling
020857Y Crankshaft bearing U bolt
See also
Front head removal
Rear head removal
•
Unscrew and remove the two connect-
ing rod screws.
•
Remove the connecting rod cap.
NOTE
MARK THE COMPONENTS TO PREVENT INCORRECT RE-
FITTING.
•
Remove the piston connected to the
connecting rod from the cylinder side.
•
Extract the snap ring, slide off the pin
RSV4 R Engine
ENG - 323

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)