APRILIA SL Models/Series Timeline, Specifications & Photos

In 2005, the Italian motorcycle manufacturer launched the Aprilia SL 1000 Falco, a sports-touring-oriented machine that remained essentially unchanged over its production period, delivering the exact technical, visual, and performance specifications.

The Aprilia SL 1000 Falco, also known as the Aprilia SL Mille, was a sports motorcycle manufactured by Aprilia between 1999 and 2005. The bike was powered by a detuned 998cc V-twin Rotax engine derived from the RSV Mille model.

In addition, the SL 1000 Falco was a half-faired motorcycle that competed in the market against the Honda VTR1000 and Suzuki TL1000S. The production ceased in 2003, but sales continued into 2004.

The motorcycle packed standard fittings, such as a half-fairing, a single headlight unit, a windscreen, a single seat with a passenger seat cover and grab rails, a dual exhaust system with a silencer on each side, and five-spoke alloy wheels.

Its suspension system comprised a 43 mm upside-down Showa fork on the front with 120 mm of travel and an aluminum swingarm tied to an adjustable Sachs shock absorber on the rear with 130 mm of travel.

As for the power figures, the bike delivered an output power of 118 hp with maximum strength at 9,250 rpm and 95 Nm (70 lb-ft) torque at 7,000 rpm, coming from a 998cc four-stroke liquid-cooled V-twin engine with an Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) system in charge.

The Aprilia SL 1000 Falco, also known as the Aprilia SL Mille, was a sports bike made by Aprilia from 1999 to 2005. The bike was powered by a detuned 998cc V-twin Rotax engine derived from the RSV Mille model.

The SL 1000 Falco was a sporty half-faired motorcycle that competed in the market against the Honda VTR1000 and Suzuki TL1000S. The bike proved powerful and reliable, but the sales could have been better. The production ceased in 2003, but sales continued into 2004.

In 2004, the Italian bike maker introduced for the sixth consecutive year the Aprilia SL 1000 Falco, a sports-touring-oriented motorcycle that offered a more comfortable riding position and a lower-tuned engine than its sports-oriented cousin RSV Mille.

The motorcycle came equipped with the same standard features as the previous model, like a half-fairing, a single headlight unit, a windscreen, a single seat with a passenger seat cover and grab rails, a dual exhaust system with a silencer on each side, and five-spoke alloy wheels.

Power-wise, the 2004 Aprilia SL 1000 Falco took its muscles from a 998cc four-stroke liquid-cooled V-twin engine assisted by an Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) system, delivering 118 hp at 9,250 rpm and 95 Nm (70 lb-ft) torque at 7,000 rpm.

The bike's power was handled by a six-speed manual transmission that sent it to the rear end via a final chain drive, pushing the motorcycle to a top speed of 250 kph (156 mph).

In 2003, the Italian motorcycle manufacturer launched the Aprilia SL 1000 Falco, a sports-touring-oriented motorcycle in its fifth consecutive year of production. Compared to the more sports-oriented RSV Mille, the SL 1000 Falco delivered a more comfortable riding position and a lower engine tune.

The Aprilia SL 1000 Falco, also known as the Aprilia SL Mille, was a sports motorcycle manufactured by Aprilia between 1999 and 2005. The bike was powered by a detuned 998cc V-twin Rotax engine derived from the RSV Mille model.

In the visual department, the bike had standard features, such as a half-fairing, a single headlight unit, a windscreen, a single seat with a passenger seat cover, a dual exhaust system with a silencer on each side, and five-spoke alloy wheels.

Braking-wise, the bike's wheels were fitted with two 320 mm brake discs assisted by four-piston calipers on the front and a 220 mm brake disc with a dual-piston caliper on the rear.

As for suspension, the motorcycle packed a 43 mm upside-down Showa fork on the front with 120 mm of travel and an aluminum swingarm tied to an adjustable Sachs shock absorber on the rear with 130 mm of travel.

The 2003 Aprilia SL 1000 Falco was powered by a 998cc four-stroke liquid-cooled V-twin engine mounted underneath its fuel tank, delivering an output power of 118 hp at 9,250 rpm and 95 Nm (70 lb-ft) torque at 7,000 rpm.

In 2002, the Italian motorcycle manufacturer launched the Aprilia SL 1000 Falco, a sports machine in its fourth consecutive year of production. The bike remained essentially unchanged, delivering the same specifications as previous models.

The SL 1000 Falco was first released two years after the RSV Mille and packed the same engine used in the RSV range. Compared to the RSV Mille, which was a sports machine, the SL 1000 Falco was a more sports-touring-oriented motorcycle with a more relaxed riding position and a lower engine tune.

In family terms, the Sl 1000 Falco was the slightly softer cousin of the more sports-oriented RSV Mille and was Aprilia's first foray into the competitive V-twin sport-touring market.

The bike was fitted with standard features, such as a half-fairing, a single headlight unit, a windscreen, a single seat with a passenger seat cover and grab rails, a dual exhaust system with a silencer on each side, and five-spoke alloy wheels.

In the performance department, the 2002 Aprilia SL 1000 Falco had installed a 998cc four-stroke liquid-cooled V-twin engine underneath its fuel tank, boasting 118 hp at 9,250 rpm and 95 Nm (70 lb-ft) torque at 7,000 rpm.

For safety reasons, the bike relied on two 320 mm brake discs assisted by four-piston calipers on the front and a 220 mm brake disc with a dual-piston caliper on the rear.

In 2001, alongside the base model, the Italian motorcycle manufacturer launched the Aprilia SL 1000 Falco R, a race-ready version that featured several differences, improving its specifications.

Compared to the standard model, the SL 1000 Falco R version featured an aerodynamic fairing with a small windscreen, a more aggressive graphic scheme, race-derived suspension and braking systems, and a revised engine mapping for improved performance.

The bike packed standard features, such as a large headlight unit, a small windscreen, a single seat with a passenger seat cover, a dual exhaust system with a muffler mounted on each side, a side stand, and five-spoke alloy wheels.

For power, the 2001 Aprilia SL 1000 Falco R had installed a 998cc four-stroke liquid-cooled V-twin engine underneath its fuel tank, delivering an output power of 118 hp at 9,250 rpm and 95 Nm (70 lb-ft) torque at 7,000 rpm.

The bike's engine was married to a six-speed manual transmission that took power from the engine and sent it to the rear wheel via a final chain drive, pushing the motorcycle to a top speed of 250 kph (156 mph).

As for the braking power, the bike relied on two 320 mm brake discs assisted by four-piston calipers on the front and a 220 mm brake disc tied to a dual-piston caliper on the rear.

The Aprilia SL 1000 Falco, also known as the Aprilia SL Mille, was a sports machine produced by Aprilia between 1999 and 2005. The bike was powered by a detuned 998cc V-twin Rotax engine derived from the RSV Mille model.

In 2001, the Italian motorcycle manufacturer launched the Aprilia SL 1000 Falco, a sports motorcycle in its third consecutive year of production. It came with the same package as previous models, featuring the same specifications without any modifications.

Visually, the bike was fitted with standard features, like a half-fairing, a single headlight unit, a windscreen, a single seat with a passenger seat cover, a dual exhaust system with a silencer on each side, and five-spoke alloy wheels.

Suspension-wise, the bike packed a 43 mm upside-down Showa fork on the front with 120 mm of travel and an aluminum swingarm tied to an adjustable Sachs shock absorber on the rear with 130 mm of travel.

In the braking department, the bike's wheels were stopped by two 320 mm brake discs assisted by four-piston calipers on the front and a 220 mm brake disc with a dual-piston caliper on the rear.

The 2001 Aprilia SL 1000 Falco was powered by a 998cc four-stroke liquid-cooled V-twin engine with an Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) system, boasting 118 hp with maximum strength at 9,250 rpm and 95 Nm (70 lb-ft) torque at 7,000 rpm.

In 2000, the Italian motorcycle maker introduced the Aprilia SL 1000 Falco, a sports motorcycle in its second year of production. It came in the same shape and form as the previous model without any significant modifications.

The Aprilia SL 1000 Falco, also known as the Aprilia SL Mille, was a sports motorcycle manufactured by Aprilia between 1999 and 2005. The bike was powered by a detuned 998cc V-twin Rotax engine derived from the RSV Mille model.

In addition, the SL 1000 Falco was a half-faired motorcycle that competed in the market against the Honda VTR1000 and Suzuki TL1000S. The production ceased in 2003, but sales continued into 2004.

In the aesthetic department, the bike packed standard features, such as a half-fairing, a single headlight unit, a windscreen, a single seat with a passenger seat cover, a dual exhaust system with a silencer on each side, and five-spoke alloy wheels.

As for the power figures, the 2000 Aprilia SL 1000 Falco had its soul brought to life by a 998cc four-stroke liquid-cooled V-twin engine mounted underneath its fuel tank, boasting 118 hp at 9,250 rpm and 95 Nm (70 lb-ft) torque at 7,000 rpm.

The bike's power was transferred to a six-speed manual transmission that sent it to the rear wheel via a final chain drive, launching the bike to a top speed of 250 kph (156 mph).

The Aprilia SL 1000 Falco, also known as the Aprilia SL Mille, was a sports motorcycle manufactured by Aprilia between 1999 and 2005. The bike was powered by a detuned 998cc V-twin Rotax engine derived from the RSV Mille model.

The SL 1000 Falco was a sporty half-faired machine that competed in the market against the Honda VTR1000 and Suzuki TL1000S. The bike proved powerful and reliable, but the sales could have been better. The production ceased in 2003, but sales continued into 2004.

In 1999, the Italian motorcycle manufacturer launched the Aprilia SL1000 Falco, a sports machine designed for extended trips without affecting its superbike behavior. In addition, the bike was available with optional panniers and a top box for extra storage.

Visually, the bike had standard fittings, such as a half-fairing, a single headlight unit, a windscreen, a single seat with a passenger seat cover, a dual exhaust system with a silencer on each side, and five-spoke alloy wheels.

Suspension-wise, the bike packed a 43 mm upside-down Showa fork on the front with 120 mm of travel and an aluminum swingarm tied to an adjustable Sachs shock absorber on the rear with 130 mm of travel.

In the power department, the 1999 Aprilia SL 1000 Falco had installed a 998cc four-stroke liquid-cooled V-twin engine underneath its fuel tank, delivering 118 hp at 9,250 rpm and 95 Nm (70 lb-ft) torque at 7,000 rpm.