Aprilia USA has developed a limited edition version of the 2013 RSV4 Factory model, in honor of its 2012 World Superbike Championship. The new bike features special livery along with all the upgrades available on the 2013 RSV4 Factory, including ABS, new front brake calipers and updated electronics. The new bike will be available at dealers in April; pricing will be announced on Feb. 1. More information is available on Aprilia's Facebook page at
www.facebook.com/ApriliaAmericas.
The full text of Aprilia's press information follows:
In honor of the 2012 World Superbike Champion Aprilia RSV4, Aprilia USA has developed a limited edition 2013 RSV4 Factory exclusively for the North American market. The bike will be available at U.S. and Canadian dealers in April. Pricing will be announced on February 1st.
INCREASED PERFORMANCE
- State-of-the-art Bosch 3 level ABS
- New Brembo M430 front calipers and front brake master cylinder
- Refined Aprilia Traction Control and map 1 Aprilia Wheelie Control for racing use
- Revised engine positioning inside the chassis to ensure ideal weight distribution
- Increased performance exhaust
- Optimized engine:
- Friction reduction
- Improved crankcase ventilation
- New 200/55-17 rear tire, now also available on the 2013 RSV4 R APRC ABS
VEHICLE OPTIMIZATION
- Redesigned fuel tank taken directly from the SBK RSV4 race machines
- Improved feeling during braking and in the corners
- Increased fuel capacity (4.8 gal. / 18.5 l)
- Improved ergonomics
- Lower rider seat height (-0.19 inch / -5 mm)
- New satin headlight finish
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