2014 EICMA: 2015 Aprilia RSV4 RR breaks cover

Aprilia who recently won the 2014 World Superbike Championship celebrated their achievement at the 2014 EICMA motorcycle show by showcasing the 2015 Aprilia RSV4 RR. The new motorcycle is the facelift to the 2014 machine and has been given cosmetic and mechanical updates to compete with the new generation of litre-class superbikes that were unveiled at this year’s show. In terms of design the 2015 Aprilia RSV4 RR looks similar to its predecessor but the Italian manufacturer claims that the front portion of the bike has been redesigned from the ground up. The front fairing has been aerodynamically honed to offer better wind protection whereas LED lights make their appearance felt on the headlamp and turn indicators.  

Powering the 2015 Aprilia RSV4 RR is the 999cc, V4 motor as seen on the older bike, but the powerplant has been tuned to extract 202PS and peak torque rating of 115Nm at 10,500rpm. The new mill generates a healthy 16PS more than its predecessor, and Aprilia claims they have been successful in increasing the power output by reducing internal frictions and improving combustion efficiency. By employing titanium valves, lighter con-rods and a new exhaust system Aprilia has made the 2015 Aprilia RSV4 RR 1.5kg lighter than the older bike.

Aprilia hasn’t fiddled with the chassis of the older bike, but the swingarm on the 2015 Aprilia RSV4 RR has been lengthened by 14mm to improve handling dynamics. Customers will also be offered the ‘Aprilia Race Pack’ which includes additional features such as Ohlins suspension and aluminium forged wheels to reduce the weight further. Apart from the 2015 Aprilia RSV4 RR, the Italian two-wheeler manufacturer also unveiled a limited-edition offering christened the RSV4 ‘RF’. The 2015 Aprilia RSV4 RF will be limited to only 400 units and will have the ‘Aprilia Race Pack’ as standard. The bike will sport the ‘Superpole’ graphics to visually distinguish it from the standard offering and will be priced at a premium.