Kiwi Rider October 2024 Vol.1 | Page 17

ROAD NEWS
The multi-titled twin-spar aluminium frame , long a symbol of Aprilia ’ s mastery in crafting agile and precise frames and suspensions , is enhanced by Ohlins mechanical suspension featuring a custom setup , including a sophisticated pressurised fork . The Brembo braking system includes a 19x16 radial pump at the front end , GP4 MS billet callipers with Z04 racing pads and 330 mm T Drive brake discs , while the rear brake disc is equipped with a calliper featuring surface nickel plating . The wheels are carbon fibre which reduce weight and unsprung mass , enhancing handling , acceleration , and braking performance , and fitted with Pirelli SC1 ( front , 125 / 70 ) and SCX ( rear , 200 / 65 ). Every detail showcases the meticulous craftsmanship that Aprilia Racing has invested in this model , including the carbon fibre mudguards . The right handlebar switch is a racing component by Jetprime , while the adjustable footpegs , clutch lever , steering plate
( engraved with the model ’ s serial number ), tank cap , engine casing , and front brake lever guards are all crafted from billet aluminium . The oversized water and oil coolers , made to racing specifications by Taleo Tecnoracing , further enhance performance . The final drive features a titanium crown , a lightened sprocket by PBR , and an RK racing chain . Each of the 30 Aprilia RSV4 X ex3ma bikes will be available for reservation exclusively online starting in September at FACTORYWORKS . APRILIA . COM . Lucky buyers will have the unique opportunity to collect their bike at Aprilia Racing in Noale , with an exclusive visit to the racing division . In addition to their limited and numbered RSV4 , they will receive a Yashi laptop , a personalised bike cover , a dedicated carpet , and a rear stand . Even at € 80,000 we reckon they ’ ll be sold out straight away . We ’ ll never get to ride one , but it sure does look pretty .
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