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Aprilia SL1000 Falco (1999 - 2006)

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Aprilia SL1000 Falco (1999 - 2006)

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Reviewed: 25 June 2009 by Visordown
The Falco is one of those classic forgotten about bikes. Which is a shame as it isn’t actually that bad and has a fair sized fan base in the UK. The motor is a de-tuned RSV-R lump housed in a fairly sporty chassis which gives it good handling at speed ...  Continue reading

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Dorset Bikes
The main difference between an RSV engine & the Falco is the size of the inlet valves and throttle bodies. It gives a better mid range on the Falco but it's not as fast flat out. Continue reading...

slappy2guns
gorgeous bike that i would go anywhere on and enough power to take on most things except the latest stuff out there.id rate it 9 out of 10 but if you buy one check for sticky calipers as if the pads have been r Continue reading...

Patricio
It's a very involving bike and certainly keeps your attention. There are mods required as most people mention (side stand, gearing, suspension) but at the age they are, the suspension upgrade is due anyway. The Continue reading...

twinz
The US spec sidestand is excellent and recommended to those with Euro-specs bikes. With a 15-tooth sprocket, Ohlins shock, aftermarket exhaust and chip, and the charging system fix (see the AF1 forum)the Falco Continue reading...

cbr_woody
Its a shame they don't make them any longer - there is nothing quite like it out there now. Continue reading...
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Fairly comfortable, strong engine and a break from the norm.
 
The sidestand is too long, meaning it may fall over in a strong wind, top-heavy at low speed.
  • Price: £7415.00
  • Year: 1999 - 2006
  • Top speed: 156mph
  • Engine capacity: 997cc
  • Power: 118bhp
  • Torque: 70.5lb ft
  • Weight: 190kg
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