http://www.apriliaforum.com/forums/ Discuss the Dorsoduro 1200 now available in the USA. en Tue, 21 May 2013 21:40:11 GMT vBulletin 60 http://www.apriliaforum.com/forums/images/misc/rss.png http://www.apriliaforum.com/forums/ http://www.apriliaforum.com/forums/showthread.php?271113-Front-end-woes-on-my-Dd1200&goto=newpost Sun, 19 May 2013 12:16:06 GMT I have done about 5000kms on my DD1200 but have not been able to get comfortable with the front end. I have had a few front end slides at low speed and get high speed bar shake. I have tried all the usual adjustments but had no improvement. I discussed it with my Aprilia dealer at the 5k service... I have done about 5000kms on my DD1200 but have not been able to get comfortable with the front end. I have had a few front end slides at low speed and get high speed bar shake. I have tried all the usual adjustments but had no improvement. I discussed it with my Aprilia dealer at the 5k service but he was very disinterested mainly because bar shake only happens at high speed. I decided to have my forks revalved for my weight by the local suspension people Hoey suspension. When they stripped the compression leg they
found a faulty part. The thread appears to have been drilled and tapped crocked in the part that holds the valve and piston seal. See pictures. Now i have to wait for a replacement part from Italy as Aprilia have agreed to replace the cartridge under warranty. ]]> 2011-2012 Dorsoduro 1200 keithdavisau http://www.apriliaforum.com/forums/showthread.php?271113-Front-end-woes-on-my-Dd1200 http://www.apriliaforum.com/forums/showthread.php?270712-speed-triple-r-!&goto=newpost Sun, 12 May 2013 17:37:51 GMT Any 1200dd owner ride the newer speed triple r? How does it compare to our 1200 ? I saw one in person and fell in love. Looks like the speed triple was a simular powerband to the 1200dd and the speedy r was a killer suspension. Any 1200dd owner ride the newer speed triple r? How does it compare to our 1200 ? I saw one in person and fell in love. Looks like the speed triple was a simular powerband to the 1200dd and the speedy r was a killer suspension. ]]> 2011-2012 Dorsoduro 1200 lanter http://www.apriliaforum.com/forums/showthread.php?270712-speed-triple-r-! http://www.apriliaforum.com/forums/showthread.php?270449-Rexxer-tune-on-dd1200&goto=newpost Wed, 08 May 2013 12:09:30 GMT Hi has anyone had a Rexxer tune done on a DD1200. I have spoken with Aprilia dealer and Rexxer agent in Strathalbyn Sth Aust. Seems no DD12 in Australia has had it done but they are happy to do my bike. I was hoping for some feedback from others first. Hi has anyone had a Rexxer tune done on a DD1200. I have spoken with Aprilia dealer and Rexxer agent in Strathalbyn Sth Aust. Seems no DD12 in Australia has had it done but they are happy to do my bike. I was hoping for some feedback from others first. ]]> 2011-2012 Dorsoduro 1200 keithdavisau http://www.apriliaforum.com/forums/showthread.php?270449-Rexxer-tune-on-dd1200 http://www.apriliaforum.com/forums/showthread.php?270441-Help!-Cutting-out-and-no-power&goto=newpost Wed, 08 May 2013 06:41:38 GMT I took the dorso out for a short ride today and she is surging and is cutting out at traffic lightsor if I leave it to idle. There is also no power or very soggy power above 4000rpm..

:mad:

I was thinking it's an electrical issue.. Last ride was around a week ago and all was good

Got her booked in to be looked at tomorrow by Aprilia service tech's. ]]> 2011-2012 Dorsoduro 1200 Mr.Dorso http://www.apriliaforum.com/forums/showthread.php?270441-Help!-Cutting-out-and-no-power http://www.apriliaforum.com/forums/showthread.php?270439-Dorsoduro-black-out-what-happened&goto=newpost Wed, 08 May 2013 04:55:21 GMT What I meant black out is the display had no power when I turned on the key switch. I still got the head light on but that was all, the display showed nothing, engine couldn't start. What did I do was trying to off and on the switch again several times, then I got the power.

This issue happened to me twice. Any experience from you guys, what is the possible cause and what should I check?

Thanks, ]]> 2011-2012 Dorsoduro 1200 hyokoon http://www.apriliaforum.com/forums/showthread.php?270439-Dorsoduro-black-out-what-happened http://www.apriliaforum.com/forums/showthread.php?270437-Aftermarket-clutch-and-brake-for-DD-1200&goto=newpost Wed, 08 May 2013 04:38:07 GMT Hi, I feel the original clutch of DD is very hard, it makes me very tired when stuck in traffic jam. Is there anyone change the original clutch ( lever, cylinder, etc...)? What changes I should do to make it softer? Thanks, Hi,

I feel the original clutch of DD is very hard, it makes me very tired when stuck in traffic jam. Is there anyone change the original clutch ( lever, cylinder, etc...)? What changes I should do to make it softer?

Thanks, ]]> 2011-2012 Dorsoduro 1200 hyokoon http://www.apriliaforum.com/forums/showthread.php?270437-Aftermarket-clutch-and-brake-for-DD-1200 http://www.apriliaforum.com/forums/showthread.php?270349-Question-about-exhaust-for-DD-1200&goto=newpost Mon, 06 May 2013 20:50:45 GMT Do slipon exhaust for DD 750 fit a DD 1200 if not whats the diffrens between them. Best regards Mike. Do slipon exhaust for DD 750 fit a DD 1200 if not whats the diffrens between them.

Best regards Mike. ]]> 2011-2012 Dorsoduro 1200 extreme67 http://www.apriliaforum.com/forums/showthread.php?270349-Question-about-exhaust-for-DD-1200 http://www.apriliaforum.com/forums/showthread.php?270152-15T-Swingarm-clearance&goto=newpost Fri, 03 May 2013 07:31:56 GMT Hi Guys, First post :) Short version on why i want to fit a 15T --- I live in Johannesburg South Africa, which is about 1690m above sea level and as a result on avg we have around 18% less power than at the coast. :bangwall: To compensate for this i am looking to fit a 15T front cog (and... Hi Guys,

First post :) Short version on why i want to fit a 15T --- I live in Johannesburg South Africa, which is about 1690m above sea level and as a result on avg we have around 18% less power than at the coast. :bangwall:

To compensate for this i am looking to fit a 15T front cog (and perhaps even go to a 42 in the back too) to help bring some of the lost acceleration due to power back. Does anybody have a 15T fitted on their 1200? I just want to make sure there are no swingarm clearance issues with regards to the chain. I did a search but the posts that i found were for the Shiver and DD750...

Thanks for the help and advice in advance :cool:

Cheers
/h ]]> 2011-2012 Dorsoduro 1200 hdp http://www.apriliaforum.com/forums/showthread.php?270152-15T-Swingarm-clearance http://www.apriliaforum.com/forums/showthread.php?269890-Been-toying-with-the-Capo-1200-today-(small-report)&goto=newpost Sun, 28 Apr 2013 16:37:09 GMT Was out with a friend and tried the Capo1200 for some 80 or so miles. Roads were semi-damaged tarmac to freeways. This was the full option model (panniers left at home) with ADD and other letter-combos. First impression: It feels rather light compared to its size. Positive! Think they... Was out with a friend and tried the Capo1200 for some 80 or so miles.
Roads were semi-damaged tarmac to freeways.

This was the full option model (panniers left at home) with ADD and other letter-combos.


First impression: It feels rather light compared to its size. Positive!
Think they got the weight balance spot on. It is much easier to go slowmo on this, in traffic, turns or the technical parts compared to my -09 KTM 990 adv.

The engine is alert, responsive instantly off idle. Fueling is acceptable considering it is stock in every bit. Think it would benefit from a proper exhaust and a mapping to even out two or three minor hesitations.
Don't missunderstand, comparing it (again) with my Ktoom, it is ages better in engine usability and smoothness.

There was some odd vibrations going through the footpegs at 4500-5500rpm, annoing at first but after 15mins I forgot about it. Can be something to do with the exhaust mount, as I can't recollect that the Dorso12 had this. No disturbing vibrations in the handlebars. Nice

Chassis is comfortable, I was faster on the damaged back roads on the Capo1200 than I was on my Tuono2. It feels quite a lot like the dorso (no shocker) but with little higher handlebars and better seat.
Wasn't toying too much with the ADD, it was good from starters.
Stable but yet easy to toss around the bends. Great!

Would I recommend it? Definitely!
I've had the Beemer 1150gs, Africa twin and now the Ktm. The dorso kicks em, hard. Would be interesting to try the Duc multi12 in comparison.

https://picasaweb.google.com/1162310...08183/Capo1200 ]]> 2011-2012 Dorsoduro 1200 GreaseSnake http://www.apriliaforum.com/forums/showthread.php?269890-Been-toying-with-the-Capo-1200-today-(small-report) http://www.apriliaforum.com/forums/showthread.php?269787-DNA-stage-2-filter-on-a-stock-bike&goto=newpost Fri, 26 Apr 2013 19:19:17 GMT Hello all, I want to fit a newly purchased DNA s2 filter onto a stock bike with the initial stock map. I would like to know if there is anything I should do to stop it running too lean, ie, getting the updated stock map or a fat duc ect. many thanks Hello all, I want to fit a newly purchased DNA s2 filter onto a stock bike with the initial stock map. I would like to know if there is anything I should do to stop it running too lean, ie, getting the updated stock map or a fat duc ect. many thanks ]]> 2011-2012 Dorsoduro 1200 stockell_mat http://www.apriliaforum.com/forums/showthread.php?269787-DNA-stage-2-filter-on-a-stock-bike http://www.apriliaforum.com/forums/showthread.php?269707-DD12-or-New-Capornord&goto=newpost Thu, 25 Apr 2013 06:04:28 GMT As we all have the DD12, and know what a good strong Twin it is, is anyone contemplating the new Capo. I have been following the release and after looking at some of the press release photo's can see a lot of goodies that will fit the DD. Hoping also that some aftermarket places get to do some hot up goodies that may bolt to the DD. Will the Capo be as good in the city? Would the bigger tank fit with out adding to much top wweight? ]]> 2011-2012 Dorsoduro 1200 Brinks_2 http://www.apriliaforum.com/forums/showthread.php?269707-DD12-or-New-Capornord