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Aprilia RS 457 Professional Viewpoint
Rajesh Kumar have developed a deep connection with the world of motorcycles...
More than a year ago
the Aprilia RS 457 was unexpectedly sighted testing in India.
A twin cylinder motorbike manufactured in India by the firm
with its headquarters in Noale Italy.
Overview
More than a year ago
the Aprilia RS 457 was unexpectedly sighted testing in India.
A twin cylinder motorbike manufactured in India by the firm
with its headquarters in Noale Italy.
It demonstrated
Aprilias commitment to having a larger impact on the market.
And its new sub500cc
super sport is the best weapon it could have.
We were drooling over its appearance features and
specifications and the Rs 4.1 lakh price tag was dead on.
The only thing left to do was ride the bike and the Kari
Motor Speedway in Coimbatore was the ideal location to evaluate this stunning
Italian motorbike.
The adjective Gorgeous
isnt one Ive used carelessly since it really is a beautiful design.
Im certain that this
bike will draw attention wherever it goes whether you call it the powerful RSV4
or a scaled down Aprilia RS660.
The exposed aluminium
frame grabs your attention as you turn your head to the side.
With its cuts and wrinkles the ingeniously designed side
fairing increases visual impact without being ostentatious or cumbersome.
In typical super sport
flair the tail portion is streamlined and rises from the midsection.
Like the rest of the
bike it has a lovely form but remarkably this hasnt come at the sacrifice of
the pillions useful space.
For present I would say that the RS 457 is the most
attractive super sport motorbike in this market particularly when its white.
More on it later.
Whether its the paint
the aluminium parts on the bike or the spaces between the panels the quality
fit and finish are generally excellent.
Having said that the switchgears plastics may have been of a
better quality.
There are plenty of
goodies in the Aprilia package including a stylish five inch TFT screen with
Bluetooth.
It provides a wealth
of bike related information in addition to phone and audio settings.
Additionally there
are electronic rider aids.
Without affecting the
maximum power output the three riding modes Sport Rain and Eco modify the
throttle response.
Three traction control levels the lowest being the least
invasive are added to the safety net.
If they so want the
more seasoned hands may also decide to disable TC.
In addition to the conventional dual channel
ABS the rear ABS may be disengaged.
Regarding ergonomics
the rider and pillion may both comfortably fit in the seat.
The clip on handlebars are sufficiently broad to lessen the
strain on your wrists and forearms without being too low.
It shouldnt be strictly forbidden to tour on the RS457.
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The Journey
It would have been
illegal to put an engine that sounded industrial or lacked personality on a
bike with that kind of attractive appearance wouldnt it?
Fortunately Aprilia has taken this into consideration and I
promise that they have added soul to its 457cc engine.
The deep bassy tone is definitely that of a 270degree crank
when you fire it up. I could identify
since I used to own a KTM 790 Duke.
The engine produces an engaging sound while moving but more
significantly it feels fast torquey and has a strong punch in the centre of the
rpm range.
The change of speed
when accelerating was fun especially with the riding mode set to Sport for the
racecourse and TC at least intervention.
Instead of being as
crazy as the new KTM 390 Duke it is more controlled smoother and thrilling all
at once.
The engines powerful
bottom end which enabled me to engage the gearbox in third at 20 kmph and ride
without any noticeable resistance was another aspect that struck me.
Perhaps there shouldnt
be any problems with leisurely rides throughout the city.
Even though they are
rare and exist in certain locations vibrations are never uncomfortable.
To provide you a more definitive assessment of this engines
performance capacity to control heat and fuel economy we would want to test it
more thoroughly and for a longer period of time in the city.
The answers will be
revealed in a thorough road test back at the headquarters.
However a good engine
would be useless if the chassis was subpar.
With this new
chassis Aprilia has really outdone themselves as is customary.
The twinspar aluminium frame of the RS 457 is supported by a
mono shock and a USD fork that can be adjusted for preload.
Together with the very gripping Euro grip Pro Torq Extreme
tires they provide an exceptional handling combination.
Complete disclaimer It would be an understatement to say that I
felt out of my depth when I rode at the Kari Motor Speedway after two years.
At that point I was
saved by the RS 457s kind and understanding disposition.
It was also amazing
how composed you felt while braking or accelerating forcefully. I sometimes took a variety of less than ideal
paths around the circuit.
The bike didnt spit
me into the side of the curbs it just let me fix my errors and keep going.
Although we would want to test it on a wet or dirty surface
to see how smoothly it would interfere the traction control wasnt obtrusive on
the racecourse.
However I wish
Aprilia had gone the extra mile and provided stronger brake hardware than what
is now available.
By using organic brake pads rather than sintered ones the
bike lost significant bite and feedback that would have greatly increased my
confidence and allowed me to stop much later than I actually did.
This is not a major
problem however and it can be readily resolved by replacing the brake pads or
if you prefer the master cylinder.
Alternatively you
may choose the quick shfter and the sintered pads that Aprilia will offer as an
accessory.
Is it worth purchasing?
On the racecourse the
Aprilia RS457 is a really amazing motorbike.
Its snappy engine and excellent handling make it fast
forgiving and really engaging which is why I find it so appealing.
Not to mention the Aprilia brands attraction and its lovely
look.
I like riding the
bike for an hour although the brakes might have been improved and the TFTs menu
system should have been easier to use.
However as there are
still a number of unanswered issues I am unable to tell with certainty whether
you should purchase it now.
such as the engines
city driving ability heat control fuel economy and road conditions.
Additionally it will
be fascinating to see the sales service and construction quality over time.
However considering
how amazing it is to ride on a racecourse the Aprilia RS 457 is a bike that
ought to be on your list of things to consider.
Author Bio Rajesh Kumar
Rajesh Kumar is an avid bike rider and passionate motorcycle reviewer based in Pune Maharashtra India.
Over the past two years Rajesh has explored diverse terrains across India gaining first hand experience with various bike models in real world conditions.
His deep enthusiasm for biking combined with technical knowledge allows him to provide insightful reliable and engaging reviews that help fellow riders make informed decisions.
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