Aprilia RSV4 RF 2015 Track Test - Road Test

La new Aprilia RSV4 RF (2015) - a beast with an angelic appearance.

It is a very powerful, balanced and light bike that eats the asphalt and guarantees high performance on the track. top category... But he has an amazing ability to look light and incredibly cute.

With her, you become strong, but very strong, and you do not notice it.In 2015 it has been updated primarily essentially thanks to practically new engine and even more improved chassis.

April RSV4 sold in two versions: RR (with Sachs suspension package), offered to 18.300 euros и RF (limited edition with Race Pack, also available as an option for the RR, which includes forged aluminum wheels and suspension shock, Öhlins fork and steering damper). to 21.590 euros.

The work has been done over again April RSV4 RF uses the know-how that Noale has acquired over the years of racing. The seven Superbike titles won since 2009 speak for themselves.

Improving an already very powerful and balanced bike was not easy, but the engineers made small but important changes. Aprilia they managed to do RSV4 RF perfect super sports car.

Aprilia RSV4 RF: Now the engine produces 201 hp

New April RSV4 RF it actually has a new engine. Yes, because the changes made are important and talking about retouching would be an understatement. The motorcycle now develops 201 hp. at 13.000 rpm. and a maximum torque of 115 Nm at 10.500 rpm (16 hp more and 2,5 kg less than the previous version).

To get these numbers, work has been done to reduce internal friction, improve combustion efficiency and fluid dynamics, and increase maximum rotational speed.

Noale engineers have also redesigned almost all of the interior and exterior components, including the entire exhaust system.

Slingshot with velvet spring

The result is extraordinary power that can be used flawlessly. L'delivery is extremely linear, so much so that the resume doesn't seem so big; then look at the speedometer before unplugging Quercia (on the Misano track where we tested it) and you understand that April RSV4 RF this is a sling with a "velvet spring" ...

The V4 thrust is already important at around 6.500 rpm, and then gradually increases to 14.000 rpm. If it weren't electronic surge control system (adjustable at 3 levels), it would be difficult to drive fast on the asphalt with the front wheel.

On the other hand aPRC e-packet for many years it has been the spearhead of Casa Aprilia. And also on April RSV4 RF fully satisfies all the needs of an experienced motorcyclist and / or rider.

aPRC system – telemetry with V4-Multimedia Platform system.

Since electronic gearbox Quick switch, always accurate and fast changes (electronic control is not available in low gear), passing through 3 engine cards (Athletics, Sports and Race) bye 8 levels of draft adjustment: Opening the throttle from the corners and controlling the skid is a lot of fun.

But icing on the cake - V4-Multimedia Platform system: a smartphone app (currently running on iphone, coming soon for Android) that communicates with the bike in real time and allows you to view various useful driving information (lap times, tilt angle, utilization of the motorcycle's potential and much more).

It even allows you to select the track on which you turn e select curve by curve of anti-wheel and traction control parameters... In short, something very close to telemetry used in racing.

Stable, agile and balanced

Braking April RSV4 RF entrusted to two 320mm discs with Brembo calipers monoblock front and 220 mm disc at the back, the system is equipped with ABS (adjustable at 3 levels) whose presence is not felt.

In areas with the most severe braking April RSV4 RF it is stable, does not break or sway (unless you specifically decide to do this), enters turns with great speed and accuracy.

О cycling, on which the engineers worked with surgical forceps. IN double girder frame aluminum does not change, but now allows be able to adjust the position of the motor, steering column tilt angle, swingarm pivot adjustment and rear axle height. Just like a racing bike.

Compared to the past, on April RSV4 RF the engine was installed 5 mm lower while pendulum longer than 14 mm and saw the rear wheel move 4mm back.

On the other hand, engineers have slightly closed the steering angle, reducing the footprintso as not to impair the maneuverability of the motorcycle. 

Aesthetics, improves the front

From an aesthetic point of view Aprilia RSV4 RR is RF they have a new front end: a new, more protective fairing, the characteristic triple headlight, which takes on more modern shapes, and an LED side light.

New are the rear-view mirrors with LED direction indicators. Aprilia RSV4 RR it is available in two charming color variations, both opaque, on a black and gray base (Bucine gray and Ascari black).

La RF version 500 numbered copies in addition to the "Race Pack", it features special graphics with the evocative name "Superpole".