Aprilia are making their presence felt in the A2-compliant sportsbike space with the RS 457, unveiled at the Italian Misano MotoGP event and targeted directly to young riders.
The DOHC parallel twin sportsbike reaches the class maximum 47bhp and was seen out in testing in July alongside the Moto Guzzi Stelvio adventure bike, which is making a comeback.
The 457 now makes it to production form and its styling is similar to the RS 660 which was unveiled in 2020 – with the motor integrated into an aluminium alloy frame.
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Although the precise cost is yet to be determined, this bike will face stiff competition from the Honda CBR500R (£6599), Kawasaki Ninja 400 (£6099), and Yamaha R3 (£6405) when it’s released.
Michele Colaninno, CEO of Piaggio Group, announced that the Aprilia brand has recently been under a comprehensive renovation, paired with its continuous success in motorsport. Ready to proceed into tomorrow, this thrilling machine was developed from scratch at Noale and will captivate the new generations and mark its presence in various local and international markets.
It marks a big stride towards globalising a brand that has been distinguished by its ideal blend of technology, excitement, and an eagerness to embrace the future since its very inception,” he added.
The 457 boasts an impressive liquid-cooled engine with a two-into-one exhaust and an underslung exit. Aprilia claims that at 175kg wet, it has the highest power-to-weight ratio of its peers and is empowered by ride-by-wire throttle, as well as switchable traction control and three ride modes.
The controls are situated behind back-lit switches, adding a touch of sophistication with its five-inch TFT display. The nose features LED lighting, and the shortened rear section has evidently been taken from the 660, being fitted with a light.
Elsewhere, the front part and side profile take their cues from the bigger road bike alongside the manufacturer’s championship-winning MotoGP racers.
It is not a precise sports bike since the ergonomics are made for daily use with low foot pegs and handlebars set at a gentle angle.
The 320mm single-disc front brake is teamed up with a four-piston ByBre radial caliper, which helps separate it from the 660’s twin rotors.
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