Aprilia unveils all-new RS 457 sportsbike: A twin-cylinder marvel made in India

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Aprilia RS 457 is equipped with a 457 cc liquid-cooled, parallel-twin, DOHC, four-valve engine, delivering 47 bhp. The engine features a 270-degree connecting rod assembly to achieve the desired exhaust note. With a kerb weight of only 175 kg and a dry weight of 169 kg, the bike boasts an impressive power-to-weight ratio.

This motorcycle was developed at the company's Noale headquarters in collaboration with the test team in Baramati. In terms of the looks, the design of the Aprilia RS 457 takes clear inspiration from its larger sibling, the RS 660, firmly establishing its identity within the RS family of the manufacturer. The bike features distinctive LED daytime running lights (DRLs), full-LED lighting, and a two-into-one underbelly exhaust.

Its foundation is built upon a new aluminum frame, meticulously refined on racetracks worldwide. Borrowed from the RS 660, the crankcase serves as a load-bearing element, contributing to the bike's lightweight construction and exceptional handling. The RS 457 is equipped with suspension components that include 41 mm USD front forks, offering 120 mm of travel and pre-load adjustability.

In the rear, there's a pre-load adjustable monoshock with 130 mm of travel, coupled with a steel swingarm. Braking capabilities are provided by a 320 mm front disc featuring a ByBre radial-mounted four-piston caliper, while the rear incorporates a 220 mm steel disc with a ByBre caliper. The motorcycle features standard dual-channel ABS with the option to switch off the rear ABS.