Aprilia

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RSV4 – (1100cc) 2022

Review to follow

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RSV4 – RF (Racing Factory) 2017/18

This is DJ’s first Aprilia and a 2017 RSV4 RF,  first of the new gen with the updated TFT display and APRC system, The high-end RF gets Öhlins suspension, Brembro brakes and forged wheels. The RSV4 has a 65-degree, 999.6cc V4 power plant which returns with 201 horsepower and 84.8 ft/lbs of torque, and is heavily revised to reduce friction, which helps free revving and boy does it rev 14000+. It has three rider modes that are all customizable: Sport, Race and Track and an  eight-level traction control system that is adjustable on the fly including turning it off, wheelie control, cruise control with pit lane limiter.  The 2017 RSV’s quick shifter now has clutch less downshifts including full throttle downshifts all engaged smoothly, I thought I had an issue with it not working on downshifting However  I had forgotten that you can’t keep your foot resting on the shifter lever it needs to reset itself, which takes a fraction of a second. The new TFT dash displays the data you need and it is easy to read, even while in direct sunlight. The new dash also features rider data such as a roll gauge and how much throttle or brake being used. Having only had this 8 weeks at the time of writing this I’m sure there is lots to add but for now its in standard trim and only just run in, soon there will be added exhaust to improve the sound a higher screen just for the ergonomics and of course the all-important suspension set up. even though it has a very impressive set of shocks its poorly set up from factory. The rear sag is nonexistent feels like I’m on a trampoline with Skippy and the front isn’t much better, lots of make shift adjusting has been going on till the real deal is done. (Review by Darren James)

Pro’s – 201BHP 🙂 ,  Amazing engine, the sound track, body fit and adjustability of the standard equipment, the multi direction quick shifter and excellent display with USB/Bluetooth connectivity

Cons – Seat height(it’s very tall), lots of weight on your wrists they get achy after 100 miles, Heat it gets very hot very fast don’t turn it off at the lights it won’t start again until it cools a little, common issue it seems. lack of dealers for servicing. Aftermarket parts are very expensive and you need a race ECU from Aprilia to change the exhaust..! unless you buy and Aprilia approved Akra at £1200 then you get an unlock for a race map on your ECU.

Rating – 9.5/10

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Mille RSV Factory ( Pre & post facelift)

The Millie R factory is one of those bikes that you are proud to own with anybody who has one having a real kudos about them. The bikes look and sound amazing in their black white and red Aprilia livery and that big thumping 60 degree V twin giving a crescendo of noise through twin Akropovic exhausts. Yes you can tour on one of these, as seen here in photos taken in Normandy and Briancon in France but make no mistake this is an out and out sports bike designed and built in the late 90’s/early 00’s to go racing and as such is a hard ride with a hard tall seat. As with all older Italian bikes build quality and reliability can be an issue if they aren’t well looked after as we found out on our trip to Briancon with the Mille deciding to lose pressure in it’s clutch while also having fuelling issues. That aside these really are striking machines which would enhance anyone’s garage

Pro’s – Styling, Thumping V-twin engine and noise. Go for the facelifted version which had a rear led lights, sharper angles and better dials

Cons – Reliability

Rating – 8/10

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