2010 Aprilia Shiver 750

As we reported in late 2009, Aprilia has updated its Shiver 750 nakedbike for 2010, taking to the design with scalpel rather than a hacksaw.

We had some rudimentary tidbits of information, but Aprilia has now released the full spec sheet for the new model.

The design has been altered somewhat for 2010, with an angular micro fairing (presumably for improved wind protection), new wave-style brake rotors and trick-looking rearsets.

The new Italian nakedbike also packs upside-down forks with 43mm stanchions at the front, and an aluminium-alloy swingarm (with stiffener brace) hooked up to a hydraulic shock absorber with adjustable rebound and preload.

Ergonomics have also been updated, with the major changes involving a 5mm reduction in the seat width, footpegs being moved back 5mm and the handlebars have been lowered to create a sportier, more aggressive rider posture.

Powered by the same 95hp V-twin engine displacing 750cc as its predecessor, the 2010 Aprilia Shiver's liquid cooled powerplant also has double overgaed cams. Other engine related bits include a fly-by-wire throttle plus switchable power output modes for rain, touring and sport riding. Here's the full spec list:

SPECS: 2010 Aprilia Shiver 750

Engine: V90 four-stroke longitudinal 90° V-twin engine, liquid cooled, double overhead camshaft with mixed gear/chain timing system, four valves per cylinder
Bore and stroke: 92 x 56.4 mm
capacity: 749.9 cc
Maximum power at crankshaft: 95 hp at 9,000 rpm
Maximum torque at crankshaft: 81Nm at 7,000 rpm
Fuel system: Ride by Wire integrated engine control system
Exhaust system: 2 into 1 exhaust system in 100% stainless steel with three-way catalytic converter and lambda probe
Lubrication: Wet sump
Gearbox: 6 speeds
Clutch: Multiple discs in oil bath, hydraulically operated
Primary drive: Straight cut gears, drive ratio: 60/31 (1.75)
Secondary drive: Chain
Drive ratio: 16/44
Chassis: Modular tubular steel frame fastened to aluminium side plates by high strength bolts. Removable subframe
Front suspension: Upside down fork with 43 stanchions. Wheel travel 120 mm
Rear suspension: Aluminium alloy swingarm; with swingarm stiffener brace, Hydraulic shock absorber with adjustable rebound and preload. Wheel travel 130 mm
Brakes: Dual 320mm wave stainless steel floating discs. Radial calipers with four pistons. Metal braided brake lines. Two-channel Continental ABS system
Brakes Rear:  245mm. Single-piston caliper.
Wheel rims Aluminium alloy
Front tyre: 120/70-ZR 17 
Rear tyre: 180/55-ZR 17
Length: 2265mm
Width: 810mm (at handlebar)
Height: 1135mm (at instrument panel)
Seat height: 800mm
Tank: 15lt