If you want to go superbike racing, or simply have the ultimate turnkey track bike that approaches MotoGP performance levels, the Aprilia RSV4 X ex3ma is waiting for you. All you need is €80,000 and a way to get it home from Aprilia’s factory in Noale, Italy. You won’t have forever to decide as only 30 numbered examples of this exotic high-performance motorcycle will be produced. Let’s talk about what makes this a legitimate competitive superbike.
- Aprilia Racing Technical Director Romano Albesiano gets the first words. “This motorbike represents the most extreme evolution of the program we initiated to deliver cutting-edge technology directly from our racing division to our customers. The transfer of racing technology to the public is often talked about, but at Aprilia Racing, it is a tangible reality. Our engineers have created something far beyond an evolution of the already exceptional RSV4. This motorcycle is undoubtedly the bike that most closely delivers the riding experience of a modern MotoGP machine.”
- The V4 motor cranks out 230 horsepower at 13,500 rpm. Helping push the motor to that level are 97 ft-lbs of torque at 11,000 rpm. Spent gases are directed through a titanium SC-Project exhaust system. Oversized radiators for the engine and oil keep things cool. An RK racing chain and PBR sprocket deliver the power to the rear wheel.
- The Aprilia Racing APX ECU is ready for World Superbike Racing. It is highly adjustable, allowing the power, traction control, engine braking, and wheelie control to be specifically set for each gear in the six-speed transmission. When you pick up the Aprilia RSV4 ex3ma at the Aprilia factory, you will be handed a Yashi laptop loaded with the necessary software. Later, you must familiarize yourself with the cockpit’s Jetprime push-button control panel.
- The aero package is direct from the Aprilia RS-GP 25 raced by Aleix Espargaró and Maverick Viñales. It’s a patented system that includes front wings, the spoon-like underwing, and cornering wings on the front fender. The aero package is more sophisticated than the system implemented on the Aprilia RSV4 X Trenta, and it triples the downforce in corners. The carbon fiber fairing is made by Pan Compositi.
- Exotic front Öhlins suspension is deployed on the Aprilia RSV4 X ex3ma. The FKR fork is a pressurized cartridge design. The shock is a familiar TTX unit.
- The front braking system is all-Brembo, and serious about deceleration. It starts with a radially mounted master cylinder with a 19×16 pump. The pressure is sent to billet GP4 MS calipers equipped with Z04 brake pads. The pads work on 330mm T-drive discs.
- Pirelli Diablo Superbike slicks are mounted on GP Tek carbon fiber wheels. The Aprilia RSV4 X ex3ma’s 125/70 front uses the versatile SC1 compound, while the 200/65 rear gets the ultra-soft SCX rubber.
- Billet aluminum is abundant on the Aprilia RSV4 X ex3ma. The list includes the top triple clamp, engine casing, adjustable footpegs, front brake lever guard, and clutch lever.
- You must make a reservation if you want to buy an Aprilia RSV4 X ex3ma. Remember, this spectacular racing motorcycle runs €80,000, and they don’t deliver. On the upside, you will get a few goodies when you show up at the Aprilia factory to take delivery. In addition to the Yashi laptop, you get a rear bike stand, maintenance carpet, and personalized cover for the RSV4 X ex3ma. You’ll also be able to admire the Perla Nera livery—it is a tribute to three-time 250 Grand Prix World Champion Max Biaggi.
Aprilia RSV4 X ex3ma Specs
ENGINE
- Type: 65° V4
- Displacement: 1099cc
Maximum power: 230 horsepower @ 13,500 rpm - Maximum torque: 97 ft-lbs @ 11,000 rpm
- Redline: 13,900 rpm
- Valvetrain: DOHC; 4vpc
- Exhaust: SC-Project titanium w/ carbon fiber
- Cooling: Water and oil
- Transmission: 6-speed cassette-type w/ quickshifter
- Final drive: RK racing chain w/ titanium rear sprocket
CHASSIS
- Frame: Twin-spar aluminum w/ pressed and cast-sheet elements.
- Steering damper: Öhlins (adjustable)
- Front suspension: Fully adjustable Öhlins FKR pressurized-cartridge fork
- Rear suspension: Linkage assisted, fully adjustable Öhlins TTX piggyback shock
- Wheels: GP Tek carbon fiber
- Front wheel: 17 x 3.5
- Rear wheel: 17 x 6.00
- Tires: Racing slicks
- Front tire: 125/70 x 17; Pirelli Diablo Superbike SC-1
- Rear tire: 200/65 x 17; Pirelli Diablo Superbike SC-X
- Front brakes: Brembo DP 330mm T-drive disc; Brembo GP4 MS calipers w/ Z04 brake pads; Brembo PR19x16 radial-pump master cylinder
- Rear brake: Nickle-plated caliper
- Dry weight: 364 pounds
- Color: Pera Nera
Aprilia RSV4 X ex3ma Factory Price: €80,000 (Ex Works Noale, Italy)
