Aprilia Dorsoduro 1200 ATC / ABS

What's good:

Blessed with a modern technology and equipped with a powerful engine, the Dorsoduro 1200 is the best off-road oriented machine from the Aprilia. The adventurer motorcycle gives fun to ride in the tough terrain, such as this machine is specially crafted for the off-road. Few of its pros are given below:

• Rugged Look
• Riding Modes
• ABS Technology
• Brilliant Ride Quality
• Dynamic Performance

What's Bad:

It could be hard to say about the performance of the motorcycle, but it has some drawbacks that might drop its popularity in its category. Few of its cons are given below:

• Not has off-road Tyres
• Poor Seat

Power to mileage:

The Dorsoduro 1200 gets Aprilia’s powerful, 1197cc V-Twin engine that makes similar horsepower as the V-Twin off-road motorcycles. Furthermore, as per the company, the Dorsoduro 1200 gives 130 HP of power at 8,700 RPM and it makes 85 ftlb of torque at 7,200 RPM. The power and torque is far more than its rivals. Few of its power to mileage are given below.

• 1197cc V-Twin Engine
• Maximum Power 130 HP at 7,200 RPM
• Maximum Torque 115 NM at 8700 RPM
• Digital Electronic Ignition Integrated with Injection System
• Multiplate Wet Clutch

Handling and riding:

The Dorsuduro is more powerful and stable on the tough terrain and ride quality is brilliant. The riding position of this motorcycle is too impressive, although the seat is more comfortable than a normal motorcycle. The Dorsuduro respectively works brilliant with its electronic ride-by-wire throttle system that offers three riding modes such as Sport, Touring and Rain, where the Sport mode gives an aggressive throttle response on the track.

Safety:

The motorcycle uses very useful and standard safety equipments, that will take care of your ride on the mountain areas. Furthermore, the machine is blessed with a three stage traction control system and anti braking system that contribute a major role in its category. Few of its safety features are given below:

• Sachs 43mm Fully Adjustable Suspensions
• Ride by Wire system
• Anti Lock System
• Traction Control System
• Front and Rear Disc Brake

Maintenance:

The mechanism and equipment used in this motorcycle is standard, which need highly restrictive service intervals to performance well task on the road. And, the spare parts of this bike are too costly and shortage of them in the Indian market has another reason to decelerate it.

Verdict:

The Aprilia Dorsoduro 1200 is one of the best off-road machines for the terrain. The essential rugged design, a complete package of dynamic features and modern technology will surely make it stand out in any crowd. The Aprilia Dorsoduro is a cheaper machine than other motorcycles in this category.