Aprilia RSV4 - A Legendary Superbike

For more than a decade, the Aprilia RSV4 has been a favorite among sportbike enthusiasts and racing fans alike. With its powerful engine, cutting-edge technology, and impressive racing record, the RSV4 is widely considered to be one of the best superbikes ever made.

History

The RSV4 was first introduced in 2009 as a replacement for the Aprilia RSV 1000. It featured a 999.6cc V4 engine that produced 180 horsepower and 86 lb-ft of torque. The bike was an immediate hit, winning numerous races and championships in its first few years on the market.

In 2011, Aprilia introduced the RSV4 Factory APRC SE, which added advanced electronics, including a quickshifter, launch control, and traction control, to the already impressive bike. The SE also had a more powerful engine, producing 184 horsepower and 86 lb-ft of torque.

Over the next several years, the RSV4 received a number of updates and improvements, including new electronics, revised engine mapping, and updated fairing designs. In 2015, Aprilia introduced the RSV4 RF, which had an even more powerful engine, producing 201 horsepower and 85 lb-ft of torque.

In 2019, the RSV4 was updated with a new fairing design, revised engine mapping, and improved electronics. The bike had the same engine as the previous year's model. In 2020, the RSV4 was updated with a new airbox and exhaust system, as well as a revised engine mapping. It also had improved electronics and a new TFT dash. The engine produced 217 horsepower and 92 lb-ft of torque. In 2021, the RSV4 was updated with a new aerodynamic winglet design, improved electronics, and a new chassis. It had the same engine as the previous year's model. In 2022, the RSV4 was updated with a new engine that produces 231 horsepower and 98 lb-ft of torque. It also had a new chassis design and updated electronics.

Championships

The Aprilia RSV4 has an impressive racing record, having won numerous championships in various racing competitions. In the World Superbike Championship, Aprilia has won three Manufacturer's Championships (2010, 2012, and 2014) and two Rider's Championships (2010 and 2012). The RSV4 has also won championships in the British Superbike Championship, the Italian Superbike Championship, and other racing competitions around the world.

Specifications

Below are the specifications for the 2022 Aprilia RSV4 Factory:

• Engine: 1099cc V4 engine
• Horsepower: 231 horsepower at 15,500 RPM
• Torque: 98 lb-ft of torque at 13,000 RPM
• Transmission: 6-speed transmission with quickshifter and slipper clutch
• Weight: 397 pounds (dry)
• Top Speed: Approximately 186 mph
• Quarter Mile Time: Approximately 10.5 seconds
• Suspension: Öhlins NIX fork and TTX shock absorber
• Brakes: Brembo M50 monobloc front calipers and Brembo rear caliper
• Electronics: APRC (Aprilia Performance Ride Control) system, including traction control, wheelie control, launch control, and quickshift
• Price: Starting at $24,999

References

• Aprilia RSV4 Official Website
• Cycle World - 2022 Aprilia RSV4 Factory Buyer's Guide
• Motorcyclist - 2022 Aprilia RSV4 Factory Review
• Motor Sport Magazine - MotoGP Bikes vs WSB Bikes: Aprilia RSV4
• Motorcycle.com - 2022 Aprilia RSV4 Factory Review: First Ride
• Visor Down - 2019 Aprilia RSV4 1100 Factory Review
• SuperBike Magazine - Top 10 Aprilia RSV4s Ever Made
• Motorcycle.com - The Aprilia RSV4: A Look Back
• Motorcycle.com - Aprilia Motorcycle Reviews
• Cycle World - 2021 Aprilia RSV4 Factory Buyer's Guide