Description
Click here for an VINData Motorcycle History Report on this 2004 Aprilia RSV 1000.
In 2004, Aprilia updated their excellent RSV1000R sportbike to the second generation with a bevy of upgrades, most notably the 60-degree V90RR magnesium motor. It also got dual exhausts, tweaks to the chassis, and new styling. The base model was called the RSV1000R, but the one you wanted was the Factory. Why? In addition to the special livery, the Factory gained Ohlins suspension and OZ wheels.
In the early 2000s, Aprilia decided to launch the “Dream Series” of motorcycles and scooters – limited edition variants of their already-impressive machines. At the time, the Italian firm’s highest performing bike was the RSV1000R, so that’s what they used for the platform of the first Dream Series motorcycle – the Nera. Per Robert Pandya, Aprilia USA’s Promotions Manager when this bike was released: “Our Dream Series machines have been designed for the most discriminating enthusiast… while the series will expand into other model lines, it was natural for the RSV 1000 Nera to be the premier edition.”
The biggest visual difference between the Nera and the RSV is the beautiful full set of carbon fiber body panels, though the limited run of bikes came with magnesium OZ wheels, a full titanium exhaust from Akrapovic, and even titanium nuts, bolts, and fasteners – all of which helped to remove over 30 pounds of weight. According to Motorcyclist, actor (and eventual Top Gear host) Matt LeBlanc got the first Nera that came to the US. The article also explains that Nera buyers were provided with perks like a trip to a 2004 MotoGP race and the option of a personalized tour of Aprilia’s headquarters in Noale, Italy. All of this glory didn’t come cheap – MSRP in the US was approximately $40,000. Unfortunately for Aprilia, the Dream Series didn’t take off, and the Nera was the first and last of them.
Although this bike is not a Nera version from the factory, a well known technician here in SoCal named Amauri Nuñez completely worked this bike over to make it its own animal. This bike sports the carbon fiber body work from a Nera as well as carbon fuel tank, and many of the upgrades seen on the Dream series as well as a big bore kit that punches the displacement out to 1100, increasing the power output. The bike also underwent a complete engine rebuild when the bore kit was added and since the rebuild the engine has only 6,000 miles on it. The exhaust is from WSBK, as well as the front forks, the brakes and rotors are MotoGP spec. Please see the modifications section for a full list of unique add ons to this bike.
Manufactured in May of 2004 this example is VIN: ZD4RRC0184S000270.
The odometer shows 12,675 miles. The seller has covered approximately 5,000 miles.
Maintenance:
In preparation for the listing, the seller had us perform a safety inspection, the seller states “the bike had an oil change service approximately 300 miles ago. This bike was built by Amauri Nunez from Westminster near Huntington Beach CA. He was well renowned for building and maintaining custom Aprilias in the SoCal area. He took the frame from this RSV1000 at 7k miles and rebuilt the motor a with big bore kit and CP pistons (Irvine) to make it an 1100. All new internals with built heads and valves, and keeping the same compression ratio to preserve the known rotax reliability.”
Our service department notes the following on their condition report:
Mileage: 12,675 Miles
Gas Tank Internal Condition: Ok
Engine Oil Level: Ok
Engine Oil Quality: Ok
2T Oil Level: NA
Coolant Level: Ok
Coolant Quality: Ok, 1.5-3.0 % Moisture
Rear Hydraulic Fluid Level: Ok
Rear Hydraulic Fluid Quality: FAIL, > 3.0 % Moisture
Clutch Hydraulic Fluid Level: Ok
Clutch Hydraulic Fluid Quality: FAIL, > 3.0 % Moisture
Final Drive Condition: Ok, needs cleaning
Headlight High Beam: Ok
Headlight Low Beam: Ok
Passing Light: Ok
Parking Light: Ok
Turn Signals: Ok
Tail Light: Ok
Brake Light (Front Switch): Ok
Brake Light (Rear Switch): Ok
Plate Light: Ok
Horn: Ok
Kill Switch: Ok
Brake Pad % Remaining Front: 70%
Brake Pad % Remaining Rear: 80%
Forks: Ok
Shock/s: Ok
Tire Date Code Front: 34/23
Tire Date Code Rear: 05/24
Tire % Remaining Front: 60%
Tire % Remaining Rear: 50%
Tire Press. Front: 28 PSI
Tire Press. Rear: 30 PSI
Battery Standing Voltage: 13.1V
Charging Voltage @ 4k RPM: 13.9V
Running Condition: Good, runs on bench
Test Ride Completed: None taken
Test Ride Distance: NA
Tires Installed Michelin Power GP 2
Front: 120/70R17
Rear: 190/55-17
Notes:
-All 3 hydro fluids fail moisture test: 2 Red (Hi- Moisture), 1 Yellow (Moderate)
-Chain is dirty
-Signs of oil residue bottom of engine
-No rear brake pressure
REPAIRS RECOMMENDED:
-Hydro 3
-Chain Service
-Diagnose possible oil leak
Modifications:
The seller states “The carbon fiber Nera body work was added from Amauri’s shop. Radiator is custom aluminum handmade by Framcorse from Italy. The Akrapovič exhaust is Evo 6 with hex carbon mufflers and is a full system with Ti exhaust and stainless headers. TCM rear sets, clip ons, full front PPF, gas tank liner, carbon fiber gas tank, front forks are Öhlins FGRT 200 with CNC machining on the bottom, Öhlins TTX rear shock, cnc Brembo calipers, steel braided lines, and a Spider quick twist fuel cap. Larger injectors and full dyno tune done by Amouri and the bike made 140 WHP.”
Brembo 19RCS Corsa Corta brake master cylinder.
Brembo 16RCS Corsa Corta clutch master cylinder.
Brembo Daytona brake rotors. (Came from Doug Chandler’s WSBK)
Forged magnesium Marvic wheels.
Dream Series Nera triple tree clamp to fit the FGRT 200 forks.
520 lightweight chain.
Custom Luimoto alcantara seat cover.
Aftermarket clip ons with custom foamy grips.
Inside of the tank:
It is riding on Michelin Pilot Power GP2 tires with date codes of 3423 and 0524.
The sale includes one key, the OEM exhaust, and the original take off bodywork (please see album).
Please note: The take offs were previously listed on our moto market site but the seller decided to include them with the sale of the bike. Please disregard the moto market tags in the photos.
Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album up top for all known cosmetic blemishes. Here is a selection:
Currently located in Panorama City, California, this Aprilia is offered on a clean California title with registration that will cost $152 to bring current through September 2025.
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