APRILIA RSV4 R User Manual

When replacing the big end bushings, make sure that the tang of the semi-bushing is correctly housed
in the corresponding notch in the connecting rod shank or cap
Bushing fitting
COUNTERSHAFT BUSHINGS
•
Place the lower crankcase in a press,
resting it on the buffer supplied with the
special tool.
If a bushing is already installed on the side oppo-
site to which you want to install the new bushing,
use only the buffer (1). If instead a bushing is not
installed, use the adaptor (2) in addition to the buf-
fer (1).
Specific tooling
020861Y Countershaft bushing punch
•
Shim the crankcase sufficiently in the gearbox area in order to keep it parallel to the work
table.
•
Heat the crankcase to a temperature of 150 °C (302 - °F).
•
On the outside of the crankcase, mark
the passage of the countershaft lubri-
cation oil.
RSV4 R Engine
ENG - 331

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)