Aprilia RS 457

Aprilia RS 457 Latest Updates

1. 05 December 2024: Aprilia plans a price hike on the RS 457 from 1 January 2025, in India.
2. 09 July 2024: Aprilia reveals the RS 457 Trofeo with Racing ECU and SC project exhaust system.
3. 18 Apr 2024: Aprilia releases the price list of the RS 457 Accessories. The cost of the bike cover is 16857.
4. 29 May 2024: The waiting period of up to 2 months evinces that the Aprilia RS 457’s demand is high in India.

Aprilia RS 457 Engine, Specifications, and Performance

This Aprilia bike is powered by a liquid-cooled 457cc engine with two parallel forward-facing cylinders having four valves per cylinder. It churns out a peak power and torque of 47bhp at 9400 rpm and 43.5 Nm at 6700 rpm, respectively. These deliveries are transmitted to the wheels through a six-speed gearbox accompanied by a multi-plate wet slipper clutch system. Further, the Aprilia RS 457 mileage is said to be nearly 18-25 km/l which is not the rated mileage figure.

Moving further on to specifications, this two-wheeler has been built on a dual-beam aluminium frame. The suspension setup of the vehicle includes a 41mm upside-down preload adjustable front fork with 120mm wheel travel ability. In the rear, it gets a preload mono-shock suspension with 130 mm wheel travel ability, offering superior riding comfort. The motorcycle rides on 17-inch alloy wheels with a 110mm wide front and a 150mm wide rear tyre. Furthermore, the braking system incorporates a 320mm floating front disc and a 220mm rear disc, providing precise stopping power.

Dimensionally, the RS 457 adds to the rideability through its 800mm seat height, offering a better positioning from the ground. Its kerb weight of 175 kg also aids in providing enhanced maneuverability. Besides, it has a fuel tank capacity of 13 litres which provides a notable range in a single full tank.

Aprilia RS 457 Exterior Elements

The exterior design of this Aprilia motorcycle flaunts a bold attitude through its dynamic design and handling. It features a double front faring with a dual headlamp design and a transparent visor, together giving an aggressive look. The side profile exhibits sports rims, a sculpted fuel tank design, and a stepped seat design. It also has a lower cowl to protect engine from the dirt, dust, and rocks. It has half handlebars mounted above the steering plate, reflecting the sportiness and providing riding comfort. Additionally, this machine gets an underbelly silencer that has been integrated with the belly pan. In the rear, it showcases an M-shaped tail lamp, giving a striking look.

Aprilia RS 457 Features

The Aprilia RS 457 is equipped with several features that enhance the ride's comfort and performance. It gets a dual-channel antilock braking system with an anti-rollover system which keeps the vehicle skid-resistant and prevents rollover. These features provide safety and also enhance stability with the combination of a traction control system. In addition, this motorbike gets a five-inch TFT instrument cluster, three ride modes, and backlit handlebar controls. It has also been equipped with ride-by-wire technology that controls the engine in terms of power, torque, and traction supply.

Aprilia RS 457 Price and Variants

The manufacturer sells this sports bike in a single variant and three colours – Racing Stripes, Prismatic Dark, and Opalescent Light. Further, the Aprilia RS 457 price is similar to that of the KTM 390 Adventure, Ultraviolette F77, and QJ Motor SRV 300. You can scroll up to the price section to check the up-to-date Aprilia bike price.