Aprilia RSV 1000 R Factory vs MV Agusta F4 1000 Mamba (2009)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Aprilia RSV 1000 R Factorystacks up against the MV Agusta F4 1000 Mamba. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Aprilia RSV 1000 R Factory | MV Agusta F4 1000 Mamba |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2009 | 2007 |
| Price | — | — |
| Engine | 983 cc | 998 cc |
| Horsepower | 141 hp | 164 hp |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Weight | 185 kg | 192 kg |
| Seat height | 32 mm | — |
| Fuel capacity | 4.8 L | 4.9 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | — | 6-speed |
| Front brakes | Double disc | Double disc |
| Rear brakes | Single disc | Single disc |
| Tires | 120/70-17 / 190/55-17 | 120/70-ZR17 / 190/55-ZR17 |
Aprilia RSV 1000 R Factory vs MV Agusta F4 1000 Mamba — which should you buy?
Picking between the Aprilia RSV 1000 R Factory and the MV Agusta F4 1000 Mamba usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Aprilia RSV 1000 R Factory brings 141 hp in a 185 kg package, while the MV Agusta F4 1000 Mamba counters with 164 hp at 192 kg.
Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: