APRILIA Shiver 750 (2008-2009) Specs, Performance & Photos

In 2008, the Italian motorcycle manufacturer launched the Aprilia SL750 Shiver, a naked motorcycle in its second year of production, featuring the same technical, visual, and performance specifications as the previous model without any significant modifications.

The Aprilia SL750 Shiver was a naked standard machine made by Aprilia from 2007 and produced until 2016 when it was replaced by the Aprilia Shiver 900. It was also available in a partially faired version named Shiver 750 GT that debuted in 2009.

The 2008 model packed standard features, such as a single headlight unit, a one-piece dual seat with passenger grab handles, an under-seat-mounted exhaust system, and ten-spoke lightweight wheels.

As for the power figures, the 2008 Aprilia SL750 Shiver had its soul brought to life by a 750cc four-stroke liquid-cooled V-twin engine mounted underneath its fuel tank, boasting 95 hp at 9,000 rpm and 81 Nm (60 lb-ft) torque at 7,000 rpm.

The bike's power was transferred to a six-speed manual transmission with a hydraulically operated multi-plate clutch that sent it to the rear end via a final chain drive, pushing the motorcycle to a top speed of 224 kph (140 mph).

From top speed to a complete stop, two 320 mm brake discs and four-piston calipers handled the front wheel, while a 245 mm disc with a dual-piston caliper dealt with the rear wheel.