More MCN news about the RSV4

More news about the RSV4 from MCN. This time its the street version they talk about. They also talk about the upcoming RSV4 naked and there is talk about future Aprilia models like a V4 Supermoto,V4 Adventure bike and other models.

Very interesting read! Go check it out here

thanks to Henrik Faber-Madsen

MCN RSV4 video

MCN disects the RSV4

More RSV4 news. MCN did a writeup on the RSV4 WSBK version and it's also viewable online. Very interesting read.

Go check it out here

Very cool RSV4 video

Found this great video about the RSV4, it even shows some of the technical details of the bike like the shower injectors.

Simoncelli tests RSV4

Marco Simoncelli was given a special reward for winning this year's 250cc World Championship, when he rode Aprilia's new RSV4 World Superbike machine at Valencia on Tuesday.

Simoncelli clinched his first world title riding for Gilera - which, like Aprilia, is owned by Piaggio - allowing the Italian to try the 1000cc four-stroke which Max Biaggi and Shinya Nakano will race in WSBK next season.

Marco completed 37 laps was a best time of 1min 36.3sec, which was one second slower than Nakano (69 laps) but one second faster than Aprilia test rider - and former MotoGP racer - Alex Hofmann (50 laps).

"It was great fun. The motorcycle is much bigger than I am used to, but I was able to lap quite quickly and therefore I am happy," said Simoncelli. "The RSV4 has a lot of power, which I could really feel during acceleration."

Simoncelli will remain in 250cc to defend his title next season, and is then expected to make the move to MotoGP in 2010. Simoncelli has already been linked with Yamaha and Ducati.

Aprilia's 125 and 250cc teams have been testing alongside the marque's WSBK squad at Valencia this week.

Nakano: "The RSV4 feels just like a MotoGP bike"

Shinya Nakano got his first taste of the Aprilia RSV4 he will campaign in next years World Superbike Championship at Valencia yesterday.

Nakano will use the test to get the base setting of the bike set-up before heading to the first official top teams test which takes place in Kylami, South Africa during the second week of December.

Shinya Nakano was testing with Alex Hofmann, Nakano did an 1'36.3 which is not bad at all for a first ride on the bike. The fastest Valencia WSBK time was a 1'34.9 during free practice this year.

After the fast lap Nakano told technical director Gigi Dall'Igna that driving the RSV4 isn't that much different from riding a MotoGP bike and that was a nice compliment for the Italian technician.

Aprilia RSW 500 V2's for sale

Direct from the Aprilia Racing Department, an opportunity not to be missed for all enthusiasts.

For the first time, collectors can acquire an Aprilia RSW 500 V2.

… these are the original bikes which took part in the 500 cc World Championships during 1999 and 2000 with Tetsuya Harada and Jeremy McWilliams.

Only a very limited number are available:

- n° 2 RSW 500 V2 model Harada 1999

- n° 2 RSW 500 V2 model Harada 2000

- n° 2 RSW 500 V2 model Mc Williams 2000

RXV550 vs KTM300exc

After all the RSV4 news it's time for some offroad news. Motociclismo.it compared the 2009 RXV to the KTM 300 EXC. Kind of a weird comparison a twin four stroke 550 to a 300cc two-stroke but they must have had their reasons. The review features a nice gallery with plenty of beautiful pics.

Go check it out here

RSV4 WSBK in new colors

Spotted at the Aprilia factory is a RSV4 WSBK with new red decals. It's not sure if these will be the colors of the Aprilia WSBK in 2009 but I think these colors will be used in the valencia test next week. Aprilia still hasn't announced a big sponsor for their team but I must say I really like this version with the red and carbon.

More pics at MCN

Source: Omnimoto

Aprilia owner interview: Rene's Dorsoduro

Which Aprilia model do you own?

I own a 2008 Dorsoduro

Did you add any mods to your bike?

No there are no modifications yet, the Dorso is 460 Km old.

Why did you buy an Aprilia and what do you like so much about it?

The looks of the Dorsosurso made me decied to make a test drive, but after the test drive i know it for sure There has to be a DD.

And what don’t you like about your bike?

After 460 Km its hard to say .... nothing so far.

If you could ask Aprilia to design a new model what would it be?

I will ask for a big bore high power one cilinder supermotard that is good to drive on the normal roads.

And finally do you have any motorcycling tips for the readers of Aprilia News?

Yes i have, please drive safe.

Order one of the 150 numbered RSV4's

Italian citizens are now able to order one of the first 150 RSV4 Factory's at Aprilia's website. The RSV4 Factory will cost €20.000 People that will sign up early will get a numbered Aprilia RSV4 Factory and a 2 person VIP trip to one of the WSBK races in Italy. The RSV4 Factory will be available in July as it seems. You can sign up for one of the 150 until 30 May 2009.

So if you live in Italy and are dying for one of the first 150 RSV4 Factory's go here

thanks to Dennis for the heads up.

New RS-XV550 project blog

The RS250's with SXV engines projects are getting more and more popular. Joey from the US decided to build his SXV engine into an RS250 chassis. The good thing is that he started a blog dedicated to the build of this project. That way we don't have to be bored this winter.

Check out the project here

Sorry for the lack of news btw lately. There just isn't much news lately.

Biaggi at Portimao video

Too bad about the wind noise..

Video from the EICMA

Nice video from the EICMA showing the RSV4 Factory & WSBK, the Shiver GT,Mana and new Scarabeo 300.

Motonline

Akra for the Shiver

Seems like Aprilia is going to have an Akrapovic slipons added to their shiver accessoires catalogue soon.

The slip on was already available at Akrapovic but the one on the pics has a little Aprilia logo on them and the carbon ends of the cans are different.

New colors for the Shiver

New colors for the 2009 Shiver. Also no more golden frames (I personally am glad Aprilia dropped the golden frames).

Biaggi tests RSV4 at Portimao

Biaggi has been testing the RSV4 at the new Portimao track since monday. Biaggi continued to get acquainted with the all-new Aprilia RSV-4, the former MotoGP racer pounding round in 1min 45.4secs. Spies was the fastest rider of the day riding around 1.44. Biaggi had sole use of the bike all day, with newly signed team-mate Shinya Nakano expected to step out Wednesday.

Info & Pics from Crash.net

New Aprilia scooters

Scarabeo 300


In continuous evolution, the scarabeo family welcomes the new arrival. elegant and sporty, rich in character and unmistakably scarabeo, this is the debut of the new 300 special. It has a 273cc 4 stroke engine producing 16.4hp and 22nm. Will be available in white,black and grey.

Sportcity 50

Agile, comfortable, lively, and carefree: one 50 is the “youngest” sportcity. a scooter with a fresh and sporty look and great value for money. “medium-sized” wheels and a modern design, a debut for the new plucky lightweight engine. It has an aircooled 50cc engine producing 4hp in stock form. It's not fuel injected but it has a 17,5mm Dellorto carb. Available in black,white and red.

No 1200 models at the EICMA

Some of you are awaiting the release of the 1200 Shiver and Dorsoduro at the EICMA but I have to inform you will have to wait a little longer. The 1200 models will not be at the EICMA this year. I kinda expected them to be but apparently they are not. It's a shame because Aprilia really doesn't have anything special to show at the EICMA except for some new scooters, the Mana X and the 2009 SXV.

News about the RSV4 Factory

The Aprilia RSV4 Factory

The RSV4 WSBK with Max Biaggi's number on it

Nextmoto reports that the RSV4 Factory will first come as a limited edition of 150 pieces. Every Factory will have his own number. Why 150 you might ask? This is the amount of bikes Aprilia needs to produce to enter the WSBK in 2009. The RSV4 will cost about €20.000 and will be available at the beginning of next year. Nex year Aprilia is releasing a RSV4 R that will be €5000 cheaper than the Factory.

What can we expect on the Factory model?

-Adjustable geometry,engine and steering head
-Ohlins suspension
-Forged wheels
-Carbon mudguards

Source: Nextmoto

Mana X concept model.

Aprilia unveiled a new concept model at the EICMA called the Mana X. Based on the Mana frame and engine this bike shows what could be in the future for the Mana line.

2009 Aprilia SXV

Just new colors and a new shape tank for the 2009 model of the SXV.

EICMA 2009: what can we expect from Aprilia?

Tomorrow is the first day of the EICMA show in Milan. This show has been the show of the year for Aprilia fans since Aprilia tends to release their new models at this show. But I'm afraid it won't be as spectacular as the last years since Aprilia already released the RSV4 and the Shiver/Mana GT models. So what can we expect the following days from Aprilia? This list is in no way certain it's just a guess of what's to come:

- 1200cc Shiver (and maybe the 1200cc Dorsoduro too)
- 2009 SXV (probably only new colors)
- new scooters

I also hope they will present the RSV4 in WSBK colors but that's just a personal wish and probably will not happen.

Keep your eyes on Aprilia News the coming days for the latest news from the EICMA!