Aprilia
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EICMA 2018: Aprilia shows RS 660 CONCEPT. And it comes with ACTIVE aerodynamics.
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At the annual EICMA show in Milan, Aprilia has just revealed its new RS 660 concept. We heard whispers it was in development a few months ago, but we weren’t expecting to see it in the flesh quite so soon. Interestingly, the new 600cc class parallel-twin machine is powered using half of an RSV4 1100…
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VIDEO: Rossi’s GP RACE BIKES through the ages. 1996 to 2018.
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Valentino Rossi is racing royalty. The much-loved Italian has been competing at the highest level of motorcycle racing for over 22 years – and he’s still going strong. And to pay tribute to one of the most successful motorcycle races of all time, Youtuber ‘FreeWheelie’ has created a brilliant video showing the evolution of Rossi’s…
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VIDEO: Scott Redding gets his kneedown on a pushbike. And is loving it.
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We’ve just been sent this short video of Aprilia Moto GP rider Scott Redding getting his kneedown – but instead of a monster superbike, this time, he’s on a bicycle. He’s kitted out in his proper Aprilia gear, and pushing the bike to it’s limits. Funny stuff.
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WSB: Milwaukee Aprilia duo top Friday practice after rained out FP3
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Just Torres and Mercado try out damp Misano track in Friday closer, with Savadori ahead of pack With showers coming down over the Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli since midway through the FIM Supersport World Championship FP2, many of the MOTUL FIM Superbike World Championship riders would have been hoping that their luck would be…
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VIDEO: Aleix Espargaro and Scott Redding ride Mugello on a Piaggio MP3. Mental.
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Aprilia MotoGP riders Aleix Espargaro and Scott Redding challenged themselves at Mugello, riding a Piaggio MP3 around the iconic Italian circuit. Looks like a lot of fun.
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Classic Bike Trackdays heads to Castle Combe
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Since its opening in 1950, some of the most famous names in motor racing have left their tyre tracks around Castle Combe’s challenging tarmac… and now it’s your turn! Taking place across Friday 20th and Saturday 21st July, Classic Bike Trackdays is offering a rare opportunity to ride the West Country’s famous circuit, and experience…
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MotoGP: Aleix Espargaro continues with Aprilia for 2019 and 2020
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Ahead of the HJC Helmets Grand Prix de Frane, Aprilia Racing Team Gresini has today announced that Aleix Espargaro has signed a two-year contract extension, keeping the Spaniard on the RS-GP for another two years. Espargaro is in his seventh consecutive year as a premier class rider after returning from a year in Moto2 in…
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How you do fancy riding Aprilia’s MotoGP inspired RSV4 RF LE (with wings) on the road?
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The V4-powered Aprilia RSV4 RF is undeniably one of the best 1000cc superbikes on the market right now. And now the iconic Italian brand has revealed it’ll be bringing a limited edition WINGED version of the RSV4 RF to market (in the USA). Drawing inspiration from Aprilia’s MotoGP program, where aerodynamics have been a driving…
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Video: Training through the winter with MotoGP rider Aleix Espargaró
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Aleix Espargaró tells Motociclismo how a MotoGP rider prepares through the winter for the upcoming season. Long gone are the days where top level racers can go for a few beers on a Saturday night, and come away with a win on the Sunday. Modern racing combines talent, luck, contacts and opportunities – with a…
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Aprilia RSV4 RR set to arrive in UK showrooms next month
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Aprilia has announced its new 2018 RSV4 RR will be making it to UK dealers in February. The RSV4 RR features the same class-leading 201bhp V4 engine, adjustable frame and aPRC electronics as its award-winning sibling, the RSV4 RF. There’s plenty to set the two models apart though, with updated graphics, Sachs (instead of Ohlins)…
