BORN OUT OF RACING.

2018 Aprilia RS125 Replica GP Review on Total Motorcycle:

Symbol of Aprilia’s sport DNA, RS 125 Replica GP has been profoundly revamped to celebrate twenty-five years of success.

Aprilia RS 125 Replica GP is still the point of reference for sport bikes dedicated to younger riders, a concentrate of content and style, ready for the best performance on the road and on the track.

Born out of racing, aggressive, capable of expressing dynamic character and light weight in a personal and recognisable style, RS 125 Replica GP highlights Aprilia’s passion for sport with a concentrate of technological refinements worthy of a true Superbike. Exclusive ergonomics of a true super sport bike, sleek fairing, aluminium frame, a generous engine and the best components and technical features.

2018 Aprilia RS125 Replica GP Totalmotorcycle.com Key Features

An adult look for young passion

The Aprilia RS 125 Replica GP keeps an aggressive and original look that is highlighted by the triple headlight, a trademark of the “big sister”. The sleek fairing enhances the exclusive aluminium frame, an entirely racing-inspired refinement that no competitor can claim. A winning solution that Aprilia takes from its experience on the track to reduce weight and bulk and give the vehicle textbook agility and handling. The tapering lines of the slender tail fairing seem to melt away into nothing, joined together with the LED taillight that, in the spirit of road safety, guarantees outstanding lighting power.

The latest version of the Aprilia RS 125 also boasts the largest storage compartment in its segment, a space that can hold a 6” tablet. A practical USB port can also be mounted to conveniently recharge your smartphone or any other compatible device.

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Technological beating heart

The beating heart of the Aprilia RS 125 Replica GP is a modern and technological 125 cc single-cylinder, 4-Stroke, 4-Valve electronic injection engine with liquid cooling: reliable on the road and powerful on the track, it has particularly refined technologies such as double overhead camshaft timing (DOHC). With ultra-modern conception and design, lightweight and compact, it has allowed development of a refined chassis. Its power, optimally calibrated, guarantees responsiveness even at low revs. Vibrations are reduced to the minimum by a balancing countershaft. Euro 4 approved, it guarantees environmentally-friendly top performance.

The 2017 MY RS 125 is installation-ready for Quick Shift, the innovative gear shifting system that Aprilia has used and perfected on tracks all over the world. Just like with its big sister, the RSV4, the electronic system manages torque interruption for the engaged gear change, how far the throttle is open and the engine revs, allowing the rider to upshift while holding the throttle open and without using the clutch.

The exhaust, which is unmistakably racing inspired, is completely integrated within the lower part of the fairing. A solution with a strong aesthetic impact that effects the dynamic performance of the vehicle, based on the centralisation of the masses.

Unique ergonomics, benchmark chassis

The general ergonomics of the Aprilia RS 125 Replica GP are designed for the track. No other 125 can convey a racing character like the eighth-litre from Noale. The riding position on the RS 125 Replica GP is unique: the semi-handlebars, forward-mounted lower than the steering yoke and the set-back footpegs, along with the saddle-fuel tank assembly, ensure a true super sport riding position without compromise.

Developed on the basis of Aprilia’s experience on the track, the spectacular perimeter frame consists of die cast aluminium spars with crossed reinforcement ribs. It is a lightweight structure, capable of providing high torsional rigidity in order to guarantee top performance on the road and on the track.

The solid upside-down fork and the rear suspension with racing-derived monoshock secured to the asymmetrical swingarm ensure performance, top level safety and comfort. The split 6-spoke design of the wheels emphasizes the purposeful character of the RS 125 Replica GP. A configuration that is once again merit of racing experience that ensures light weight and speed going into corners. The braking system uses a four-piston radial calliper on the front wheel, assisted by Bosch single-channel ABS, that grips a 300 mm diameter steel disc. The rear mounts a single-piston calliper that grips a 220 mm disc and has a tone wheel to guarantee anti roll over protection. Maximum performance and safety at every braking point. The license plate mount and turn indicators can be easily removed for track use.

Compact and ultra-lightweight, the new instrument cluster provides all the functions of true racing instrumentation: from the analogue Rev. counter to the multifunction digital display with handlebar controls for the speedometer, trip master, battery voltage, time and stopwatch with memory for 20 laps, cooling circuit temperature indicator and fuel reserve indicator, OBD warning light and ABS fault warning light. The AMP ECU that enables connectivity between the bike and your smartphone is also available as an accessory.

2018 Aprilia RS125 Replica GP – Totalmotorcycle.com USA Specifications/Technical Details
US MSRP Price: $ USD

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Canada MSRP Price: $ CDN

2018 Aprilia RS125 Replica GP – Totalmotorcycle.com European Specifications/Technical Details
Europe/UK MSRP Price: £4,800 GBP (On The Road inc 20% Vat)

Engine type        Four stroke liquid cooled single cylinder with electronic injection and 4 valves

Distribution        Double overhead camshaft – DOHC

Bore and stroke 58 x 47 mm

Displacement    124.2 cc

Maximum power at crankshaft  15 CV (11 kW) at 10,750 rpm

Maximum torque at crankshaft  10.5 Nm at 8,000 rpm

Compression ratio           12,5 ± 0,5:1

ECU        Magneti Marelli M3G ø 32mm ECU

Start up                Electronic with CDI capacity discharge

Starter  Electrical

Alternator           13V – 235W

Lubrication          Wet sump

Gearbox              6 speed:

1st 11/33 (0.33)

2nd 15/30 (0.50)

3rd 18/27 (0.67)

4th 20/24 (0.83)

5th 25/27 (0.92)

6th 23/22 (1.05)

Primary drive     Gears: 69/29 (2.38)

Final drive           Chain: 60/13 (4.61)

Clutch   Multiple discs, in oil bath

Frame   Aluminium perimeter frame

Front suspension             40 mm upside down fork, wheel excursion 110 mm

Rear suspension               Asymmetric swingarm with monoshock, wheel travel 120 mm

Brakes  Front: 300 mm stainless steel disc with radial 4 piston caliper

Rear: 218 mm stainless steel disc and caliper with single 30 mm piston

Wheel rims         In light alloy with 6 split spokes, with sealing profile for tubeless tyres

Front: 2.75 x 17″

Rear: 3.50 x 17″

ABS        BOSCH

Tyres     Front: 100/80 – 17″

Rear: 130/70 – 17″

Dimensions        Max. length: 1,968 mm

Max. width: 760 mm

Wheelbase: 1,353 mm

Max height at top fairing: 1,135 mm

Saddle height: 820 mm

Tank      14.5 litre capacity (including 3.5 litre reserve)

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