If you’ve always dreamed of lining up on a GP starting grid, and leading the field on a true supersport, then the RS 50 is the bike for you
. Its technical solutions come directly from the pits of the MotoGP World Championship. In fact, everything about the RS 50 is derived from the Aprilia’s 2008 World Champion 125 and 250 GP bikes. Its sleek, aggressive and irresistible looks,
for example, are designed for maximum aerodynamic penetration. So stand out from the crowd on the RS 50 : the bike of tomorrow’s champions.
The performance of the RS 50 is kept constantly under control just like that of a racing machine. The instrumentation includes a rev counter, odometer, trip counter, a racing chronometer with a 20 lap memory, and a service indicator.
The RS 50’s aluminium double beam frame features an extruded profile and
internal reinforcement to deliver unrivalled control in bends and amazingly agile direction changes.
The swingarm is a double member, extruded aluminium unit with reinforcement truss and a hydraulic monoshock.
With an ultra-modern two-stroke engine, racing frame and suspension, advanced brakes and racetrack wheels, the RS 50 offers you unrivalled
performance, control and safety. Its ergonomic controls, fuel tank and seat are designed to fit your body; its fairing offers all-round wind protection; its footrests provide the ultimate in support. Only Aprilia can give you so much, plus the prestige of a legendary name.
The under-seat exhaust ensures perfect balance and makes a major contribution to the bike’s exceptional, aerodynamic form. The system is manufactured using racing technology to ensure maximum power output.
The RS 50’s radial front brake is powerful and smooth to guarantee maximum active safety.
The ‘Y’ spoke wheels feature the same design as those fitted to Aprilia’s GP
bikes. Lightweight and balanced for stability in bends, these wheels are
specially designed for use with the latest generation of radial tyres.
Aprillia RS50 technical spec:
Engine type Liquid cooled, single cylinder two stroke.
Bore and stroke 39.86 x 40 mm
Displacement 49.9 cc
Compression ratio 11.5 :1
Carburettor Dell’Orto PHVA Ø 17.5
Ignition Electronic C.D.I.
Starting Electric
Battery 12 V – 4 Ah
Lubrication Automatic mixer.
Gearbox 6 speed. Ratios: 1st
11/34; 2nd 15/30; 3rd 18/27; 4th 20/24; 5th 22/23; 6th 23/22
Primary drive Gears. Ratio: 21/78
Final drive Chain. Ratio: 14/53
Clutch Multi-plate.
Exhaust emissions Euro 2
Front suspension 40 mm upside down fork; wheel travel 120 mm.
Rear suspension Double reinforced member aluminium swingarm with bracing arch; hydraulic monoshock; wheel travel 110 mm.
Frame Aluminium twin beam frame with extruded profiles and internal reinforcement.
Front Brakes Radial caliper with two 28 mm opposed pistons;
300 mm Ø stainless steel disc; braided brake hose.
Rear Brakes 180 mm stainless steel disc; caliper with two 25 mm opposed pistons; braided brake hose.
Rims Light alloy 6 ‘Y’ spokes.
Front: 2.75 x 17”.
Rear: 3.50 x 17”.
Tyres Tubeless radiali
Front: 110/80 – 17”.
Rear: 130/70 – 17”.
Dimensions Overall length 1965 mm.
Overall width 720 mm.
Max height at windshield 1.100 mm.
Seat height 810 mm.
Wheelbase 1,310.5 mm.
Tank capacity 13 litres.