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APRILIA MANA 850 GT ABS 2011 HIGHLIGHTS

Price : $10,999.00
Bodystyle : Naked
Warranty : 24 months
Manufacturer Country : Italy
Model Year : 2011
Displacement (cc) : 839.3
Engine Type : V Twin

VEHICLE REVIEW

2011 Aprilia Mana 850 GT ABS

Versatile and Multiform, Aprilia Mana 850 GT market intelligent, innovative, comfortable with a unique on the road feel thanks to its sports gear transmission , It offers all the advantages of the Mana with an extended range of use. Completely new motorcycl ing concept, the result of technological expertise, the courage to believe in innovation and be daring which is Aprilia's hallmark together with attention paid to motorcyclists' needs and a tendency to look to the future: Mana 850 is a complete motorcycle, the new frontier, the missing link in an evolution that makes the world of motorcycling and its emotions accessible to all types of user. Sequential/automatic transmission, radial brake calipers, helmet compartment, upside-down forks, Aprilia Mana combines the potential of the motorbike with an unmatched functional nature and flexibility of use. A unique bike in the motorcycling world with a potentially endless number of variations: this is the Aprilia Mana GT 850, the version that extends the proverbial versatility of the 850 cc produced in Noale even further. Mana GT 850 is Aprilia's response to a constantly evolving market which is increasingly aware of mobility needs, impatient to try out vehicles that satisfy in daily use as well as on long trips. The Mana GT version is designed to do just that: an elegant half-fairing perfectly integrated in the lines of the bike protects both rider and passenger on long journeys as well as in daily commuting making the bike ideal for touring. The adjustable windshield means that the level of protection can be adjusted to suit your own needs with a unique level of customisation.

Main features of the New, 2011 Aprilia Mana 850 GT

Half-fairing with adjustable windshield
Sportgear transmission: electronically controlled sequential gearshift with two shift modes: seven speed manual or Autodrive with three different mappings
Sport/Touring/Rain
Helmet compartment with non-scratch lining for a full-face helmet, with mobile phone holder, toolkit/glove-box and 12V-power socket
New latest generation 2-channel Continental ABS system as standard
Lateral shock absorber easily adjustable with the hand grip in preload and extension
90° V engine with four valves per cylinder, Euro 3 homologated
Brakes with radial calipers
43- mm upside down fork
Steel trellis frame with single piece aluminium swingarm
Under-seat fuel tank

Standard Features

The half-fairing makes the GT version even more unique and lets you get the very best out of the V2 850-engine performance with Sportgear transmission. A two-cylinder engine that with its 76 HP and exceptionally flat torque curve gives excellent performance already at low revs, in acceleration, pick-up and at speed, and is the perfect match for the touring soul of the Mana 850 GT and the motorcyclist's need for responsiveness.

The primary drive is the focal point of the entire Mana range. The Sportgear transmission offers the rider a choice of different driving modes:

• Sequential mode: The rider decides when to change gear by using the conventional control on the pedal or by pressing a switch on the handlebars as desired. An electronically-controlled servo mechanism acts on the main pulley which changes the gearshift mode with seven gear ratios amazingly quickly. Only during deceleration, if the rider does not manually change gear, the engine automatically changes down gear using the Semi-Sequential function and preventing the minimum RPM threshold from going below the set limit. Another valuable aid to safe riding.
• Fully automatic mode (Autodrive): the sophisticated electronics control everything and the CVT transmission keeps the engine running at maximum torque speed for optimum pick-up and acceleration. The rider can choose from three different mappings:
Touring: for those who want a softer power delivery and minimum fuel consumption;
Sport: for maximum performance and quick acceleration;
Rain: on wet or slippery roads in maximum safety; Semi-Autodrive mode only allows the rider to change down gear. This is useful for overtaking at maximum torque revs or when riding down a hill when engine braking is required.

You can switch from Autodrive to Sequential mode and vice versa at any time and in any riding conditions. The handlebar gearshift control can be disabled from the dashboard.

With this technical solution, the Mana GT 850 adapts perfectly to any type of road and offers relaxed cruising or exhilarating sports riding depending on the rider's needs or wishes.

Mana GT 850 uses the same technical base as the Mana and shares the same exclusive and unmistakable Italian design. The original fairing with adjustable windshield that surrounds the characteristic round headlamp, a distinctive feature of the Mana range, is practical and elegant.

The 16-litre tank is located under the saddle in a lower position to distribute weight more evenly and lower the bike’s centre of gravity making it incredibly light and easy to ride. Where the tank would normally be is occupied instead by an illuminated storage compartment lined with non-slip, non-scratch material and big enough to hold a full-face helmet as well as a mobilephone holder and a 12V-power socket. All this offers storage capacity which is virtually unheard of in the world of motorcycling.

Like its Naked sister bike, the compartment is opened electrically by a switch on the handlebar. Opening is controlled by a hydropneumatic damper that is designed to prevent accidental opening while the bike is in motion. A manually operated lever under the passenger seat is provided to release the compartment lid in the event of a flat battery.

The refined chassis on the Aprilia Mana GT 850 guarantees relaxed, safe handling on all road surfaces. The robust steel tube trellis frame has a single piece aluminium swingarm that directly controls a laterally-offset shock absorber that frees precious space for the exhaust pipe in the delicate area behind the engine which makes the motorcycle very compact and manageable when changing direction both in town traffic and when out riding in the hills during the weekend.

On the Mana GT 850 the spring preload and damper rebound can be adjusted with a knob and has been moved to the outside. It can be easily accessed for quick and precise adjustments to adapt to your own particular riding needs and bike load (passenger, luggage, etc.).

The 43-mm upside down fork slides easily and has an optimised set-up that suits the new weight distribution and the touring nature of this bike.Its 120-mm front wheel travel allows you to effortlessly tackle all sorts of road surface and offers the right support even under sport riding conditions.

The Mana GT 850 is the most versatile motorcycle on the market with the most complete range of technical equipment that focuses on the concept of safety. The only one in its category, the efficient braking system, which has a front system with 320 mm discs and radial calipers, combined with a latest generation two-channel Continental ABS system that increases active and passive riding safety even when braking on difficult road surfaces avoiding locking up the brakes as well as improving braking performance. In fact, on the Mana 850 GT ABS all riders can fully use the bike’s generous braking power in perfect safety on any road surface.

Add to this the total concentration on riding guaranteed by the Autodrive gearshift mode even in busy city traffic. Plus traffic light burning acceleration for an agile, responsive and quick motorcycle that pulls you away from any emergency situation as well as Rain mapping to help when riding on road surfaces with reduced grip.

OVERVIEW SPECIFICATIONS

Engine

Bore (in) : 3.47
Bore (mm) : 88
Carburetion Brand : Weber-Marelli
Compression Ratio : 101
Cooling : Liquid
Cylinders : 2
Displacement (cc) : 839.3
Displacement (ci) : 51.2
Engine Configuration : V Twin
Engine Type : 4-Stroke
Fuel Injector : Yes
Fuel Injector Size (mm) : 38
Fuel System Type : Fuel Injected
Starter : Electric
Stroke (in) : 2.72
Stroke (mm) : 69
Valve Configuration : SOHC
Valves : 8
Valves Per Cylinder : 4

Performance

Horsepower (bhp) : 76.1
Horsepower (kW) : 56
Horsepower RPM : 8000
Torque (Ft Lbs) : 53.8
Torque (Nm) : 73
Torque RPM : 5000

Transmission

Heel Toe Shifter : Not Available
Number Of Speeds : 7
Primary Drive (Engine / Transmission) : Belt
Primary Drive (Rear Wheel) : Chain
Reverse : No
Transmission Brand : Sportgear
Transmission Type : Continuously Variable (CVT)

Suspension & Steering

Air Adjustable : No
Front Adjustable Fork Pre-Load : No
Front Adjustable Rebound Damping : No
Front Central Suspension Strut : No
Front Fork Diameter (in) : 1.7
Front Fork Diameter (mm) : 43
Front Suspension Type : Inverted Fork
Front Travel (in) : 4.7
Front Travel (mm) : 120
Number Rear Shock Absorbers : 1
Rear Adjustable Rebound Damping : Yes
Rear Adjustable Shock / Spring Pre-Load : Yes
Rear Suspension Type : Twin Sided Swing Arm
Rear Swingarm Material : Aluminum
Rear Travel (in) : 4.9
Rear Travel (mm) : 125
Steering Damper : No

Wheels

Chromed : No
Front Wheel Diameter : 17
Front Wheel Width (in) : 3.5
Rear Wheel Diameter : 17
Rear Wheel Width (in) : 6
Tube / Tubeless : Tubeless
Wheels Composition : Aluminum

Tires

Front Tire Aspect Ratio : 70
Front Tire (Full Spec) : 120/70 ZR17
Front Tire Speed Rating : Z
Front Tire Width : 120
Rear Tire Aspect Ratio : 55
Rear Tire (Full Spec) : 180/55 ZR17
Rear Tire Speed Rating : Z
Rear Tire Width : 180

Brakes

Anti-Lock Brakes : Standard
Front Brake Diameter (in) : 12.6
Front Brake Diameter (mm) : 320
Front Brake Type : Dual Hydraulic Disc
Linked Brake System Front to Rear : Standard
Rear Brake Diameter (in) : 10.2
Rear Brake Diameter (mm) : 260
Rear Brake Type : Hydraulic Disc

Seats

Adjustable : No
Detachable Passenger Seat : Not Available
Grab Rail or Strap : Standard
Heated Seat : Not Available
Number Of Seats : 2
Seat Height (in) : 31.5
Seat Height (mm) : 800
Seat Location : Driver and Passenger
Seat Material : Vinyl
Seat Rail : Not Available
Seat Specifications : Standard
Seat Tail Cover : Not Available
Seat Type : Two-Piece

Bodywork

Adjustable : No
Belt Guard : No
Brush Guard : No
Chain Guard : Yes
Construction : Standard
Drive Shaft Guard : No
Exhaust Guard : Yes
Exterior Covers : Standard
Exterior Guards : Standard
Floor Boards : Not Available
Foot Peg Location : Driver and Passenger
Fork Guards : Yes
Frame : Steel
Front Fender : Standard
Front Fender Rail : Not Available
Front Fender Trim : Not Available
Hand Grips : Standard
Hand Guards : No
Heel Guards : No
Light Guard : No
Lower Fairing : Not Available
Rear Fender : Standard
Rear Fender Rail : Not Available
Rear Fender Trim : Not Available
Saddle Bag Guard : No
Sidecar : Not Available
Skid Plate : Not Available
Spoiler : Not Available
Stand : Standard
Stand Type : Kick
Turn Signal Visor : Not Available
Upper Fairing : Not Available

Fuel Capacity

Fuel Capacity (gal) : 4.2
Fuel Capacity (l) : 16

Colours

Bianco Glam

Blue Planet

Black

Competition Red Ibis

DIMENSIONS

Adjustable Handlebars : Not Available
Adjustable Throttle : Not Available
Capacities : Standard
Cassette Player : Not Available
CB Radio : Not Available
CD Player : Not Available
Comment : Standard
Cruise Control : Not Available
Cupholder : Not Available
Dimensions : Standard
First Aid Kit : Not Available
Handlebar Pads : Not Available
Headset : Not Available
Heated Hand Grips : Not Available
Height (in) : 50
Height (mm) : 1270
Intercom : Not Available
Introduction Year : 2010
Keyless Ignition : Not Available
Length (in) : 81.9
Length (mm) : 2080
Major Revision Year : 2010
Manufacturer Country : Italy
Manufacturer Recommend Minimum Age : 16
Manufacturer Type : Naked Sports Bike
Map Holder : Not Available
Power Outlet : Standard
Previous Model Year Accessories : Yes
Radio : Not Available
Revision Status : Carryover
Speakers : Not Available
Special Package : Not Available
Weight : Standard
Wheelbase (in) : 57.6
Wheelbase (mm) : 1463
Width (in) : 31.5
Width (mm) : 800