The moniker “Shiver” is not much old, it was introduced in the year 2008 with the Aprilia Shiver 750. In Italian, ‘Shiver’ translated to Thrill and Fear. The Shiver 750 was a naked sport powered by a 90-degree V-Twin 750cc engine.

To replace the 750, the Italian manufacturer unveiled the Shiver 900 at the EICMA 2016. It bears striking similarities in terms of look with its predecessor, only to be powered by a bigger twin-cylinder engine.

With a much-anticipated hype, let's find out what the 2021 Aprilia Shiver 900 really has to offer.

5 The Power Source

Aprilia Shiver 900 engine
via: seacoastsport.com

The beating heart is a powerful longitudinally-mounted 90-degree V-twin engine, 900-cc engine capable of delivering maximum torque at any rpm due to its wide powerband. To manage engine throttle valve electronics, Aprilia Shiver 900 uses Ride-by-Wire technology making it the first bike in its category with this feature.

Easy to ride, powerful, and technologically advanced, the  Shiver 900 comes with an advanced traction control system which not only increases safety but also takes riding pleasure to greater heights than ever. This gutsy twin-cylinder is capable of producing 93 horsepower at 8,750 rpm, and 66 lb-ft of peak torque at 6,500 rpm. Do not expect it to be the fastest Aprilia Motorcycle out there.

Talking about power delivery, it is very linear and the new engine block use vents and reed valves to minimize pumping losses along with a semi-dry-sump oil mechanism and a rebalancing crankshaft that makes it buttery-smooth when it is in its rev range with the perfect balance from the torque band. Power flows via a six-speed transmission that is optimized for long strokes and paces at a maximum speed of 131 mph out on the freeway with a wide-open throttle.

Related: Here's What We Expect From The Aprilia RS 660

4 Construction - Chassis

Aprilia Shiver 900
via: webbikeworld.com

The frame in the Shiver 900 is a composite construction that starts out with a steel-tubing Trellis design at the steering head. It is bolted to aluminum lateral plates supporting the swingarm pivots, and the engine is a stressed member that completes the structure in a bid to keep frame weight to a minimum. As for the swingarm itself, it’s an aluminum-alloy yoke with a stiffening truss for extra strength.

The Tuono V4-inspired three-spoke cast alloy wheels round out the rolling frame, eliminating approximately two pounds from the front rim and 2.86 pounds from the back. ZR-rated rubber lines the rims with an aspect ratio between 120/70 in the front and 180/55 in the rear, and that's the maximum speed rating you'll find on a street bike, so you can be sure that it will surely withstand whatever you throw at it, up to including hardcore stunts.

In the front, a pair of light 41 mm Kayaba Upside-Down (USD) forks take care of the suspension duties with an adjustable rebound damping and spring preload, and at the back, a Sachs single unit mono-shock matches the adjustments. Suspension travel measurements stand at 4.72-inches (120 mm) for the front and 5.11-inches (130 mm) for the rear respectively.

Dual, 320 mm front discs are clamped with four-piston, radial-mounted calipers with a 240 mm wave-cut disc and a single-point anchor on the rear. Plus, the Shiver comes with a twin-channel, switchable ABS feature that acts as the first layer of electronic safety net for the rider.

Related: Ranking The Fastest Italian Superbikes Ever Made

3 Equipment – Tech

Aprilia Shiver 900 cluster
via: seacoastsport.com

On the tech front, it comprises an up-to-the-minute 4.3-inch TFT-technology display which uses an integrated sensor to ensure perfect readability of all onboard information, under all circumstances. It also comes stock with the MIA system that wirelessly networks and pairs with your smartphone to further give you a seamless experience. The TFT unit is the same unit that we have seen on the bigger Tuono V4.

The Aprilia Traction Control feature tracks wheel spin and intervenes if required to regain traction. Traction Control in the shiver can be switched between three different modes, this can personalize your drive experience and quality. So if you like to lean deep on turns or want to try something on just one wheel, you can turn the ATC on and off just like the ABS for a controlled ride experience.

Related: Ranking the Fastest Motorcycles $10,000 Will Buy You In 2020

2 The Styling

Aprilia Shiver 900
(via AutoEvolution)

We might classify the overall styling and design of the 2021 Aprilia Shiver 900 as naked-sport, but it borrows some of its looks from the domain of the Supermoto machines. It starts right up front with a streamlined look with the front fender-mounted on the inverted suspension fork gaters. 

The small headlight housing holds the cyclops headlight as well as the LED turn indicator signals on brief standoffs to complete the forward illumination unit. It has all the right looks that make it among the top good-looking Aprilia motorcycle.

The seat is comfy enough so that you do not feel tired after those exhilarating long rides across the country with luggage mounted or a pillion. Pillion for a long-distance won’t be a good idea since the seat height is a bit uncomfortable.

1 Pricing

Aprilia Shiver 900 Burnout
via autoevolution.com

After it was launched in 2018, it underwent a thorough update in 2019 with the introduction of a newer and better navigation system that could be connected with an app. It retails roughly at the price of $9,899, this can increase depending upon your choice of color and selected accessories and tech.

The naked bike from Noale brings yet more technology to the road with its innovative integrated on-board Aprilia MIA system. Connecting smartphone and bike, riders can view satellite navigation on the TFT display, make calls, listen to music, and access all sorts of useful bike and trip data.

The 2021 Aprilia Shiver 900 quintessentially competes with the primary 900cc competitors. The Japanese duo of the Kawasaki Z900 and the Yamaha MT-09. While the Italian manufacturer has done its preparations and is ready to step in guns-blazing, it is still not up to the mark of the Japanese, specifically the Kawasaki Z900. However, Aprilia is well known for its exceptional drive dynamics and fun to drive nature, it also has exceptional balance; all these qualities are well engrossed in the Shiver 900 the best in its class.

Next: Aprilia VS Ducati Who's The Better Italian Motorcycle Manufacturer