Team REVO-M2 and the Aprilia RSV4 1100 win the 8 hours of Spa-Francorchamps in the EWC

The Team REVO-M2 rider line-up, consisting of Kevin Calia, Simone Saltarelli and Flavio Ferroni, delivered a flawless performance, bringing the Aprilia RSV4 1100 back to the top step of the Superstock podium, following their previous victory at the same circuit in 2024.

After narrowly missing out on pole position by just a few tenths, the team confirmed its potential from the opening stages of the race. Over the course of the eight hours, Kevin Calia, Simone Saltarelli and Flavio Ferroni took turns at the controls with stints of around 45 minutes, maintaining a high pace and remarkable consistency that allowed them to progressively build a gap over their rivals.

At mid-race, the weather became increasingly tricky: intermittent rain and constantly changing track conditions forced the Team REVO-M2 and its riders into a real strategic challenge, with continuous switches between slick and wet tyres. The team managed every situation perfectly, showing great experience and lucidity. With around one hour to go, the return of dry conditions allowed the squad to manage the advantage they had built up all the way to the chequered flag, securing the Superstock class victory with over a one-minute margin over the second-placed team.

A fully “Made in Italy” success, achieved by an Italian team, with three Italian riders and an Italian motorcycle. Thanks to this result, Team REVO-M2 moves up to second place in the Endurance World Championship standings, just six points off the top. A victory that confirms the reliability and competitiveness of the Aprilia RSV4 1100 in every condition, further strengthening Aprilia’s presence at the highest level of international motorcycle racing and in endurance competitions.

ENEA MAIRONI, TECHNICAL REFERENCE FOR PRODUCTION-BASED BIKES OF APRILIA RACING
“We are very satisfied and proud of the result at Spa-Francorchamps. This success confirms the value of the work carried out over the winter, particularly on the development of the Aprilia RSV4 1100, to best handle the variable conditions typical of an endurance race. Team REVO-M2 and the riders managed these circumstances with great lucidity and efficiency. We are already looking ahead to the next rounds, where we will introduce some interesting technical updates. The goal remains to be competitive in every race and to fully support Team REVO-M2 throughout the rest of the season.”

MIRCO DE GIANNI, TECHNICAL LEAD EWC REVO-M2
“It was a very intense race, mainly due to the extremely unstable weather conditions. The race started in dry conditions, but from the third hour onwards the track constantly alternated between wet, dry and intermediate conditions. The team’s mechanics and technicians reacted with great lucidity to the rapid tyre and set-up changes, always being ready and efficient during pit stops. This allowed us to gain time over our rivals both on track, thanks to the excellent pace shown by the riders, and in the pit lane. The Aprilia RSV4 1100 proved to be extremely effective, reliable and competitive in all conditions, thanks also to the extensive development and set-up work carried out over the winter together with Aprilia Racing. We are pleased with the work accomplished and look ahead to the next races with confidence, where we will introduce further updates. I would like to thank all the collaborators and technical staff at REVO-M2, especially Michele Bonaldo and Enzo Chiappello, for giving us the opportunity to demonstrate our capabilities.”

ENZO CHIAPPELLO, TEAM PRINCIPAL REVO-M2
“This victory is the result of an outstanding job carried out by the entire team. At Spa-Francorchamps we proved that we can compete at the highest level of world endurance racing, managing a complex race in every aspect: from outright pace on track to the strategic decisions dictated by extremely variable weather conditions. I would like to thank Kevin, Simone and Flavio for their flawless performance, as well as all the engineers and staff who made this success possible. Winning with an Italian team, Italian riders and on an Aprilia RSV4 1100 has a very special meaning for us. This result gives us great confidence for the rest of the championship, but above all it confirms the strength of the REVO-M2 project and the passion we put into this sport every day.”