2024 Aprilia RS 457 sports bike launched in Malaysia

2024 Aprilia RS 457 sports bike launched in Malaysia

KUALA LUMPUR: The official distributor of Aprilia bikes in Malaysia, Didi Group, has launched the all-new RS 457 in the country. The latest sports bike targets the new-gen riders with its muscular and aggressive appearance and advanced features.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

  • How much does the 2024 Aprilia RS 457 cost?

    The 2024 Aprilia RS 457 price in Malaysia begins at RM 33,900 (excluding insurance and road tax).
  • What are the rivals of the Aprilia RS 457?

    The Aprilia RS 457 rivals the likes of the Modenas Kawasaki Ninja 400, KTM RC390, and CFMoto 450SR.
  • 2024 Aprilia RS 457

    2024 Aprilia RS 457: Key highlights 

    Colours and Pricing

    The Aprilia RS 457 comes in three colour schemes - Racing Stripes (black, red, and violet), Prismatic Dark, and Opalescent Light. The prices are as follows - 

    Colour scheme

    Price (excluding insurance and road tax)

    Racing Stripes

    RM 35,900

    Prismatic Dark 

    RM 33,900

    Opalescent Light

    RM 33,900

    2024 Aprilia RS 457

    Design and features

    Based on a twin-spar aluminium frame and a steel swingarm, the Aprilia RS 457 is ergonomically designed with clip-on handlebars and an 800 mm low, narrow seat height. 

    The bike features double-wall fairings, a sleek triple LED headlight, and MotoGP-inspired aerodynamics for a race-ready look. It runs on 17-inch wheels wrapped with 110/70 front and 150/60 rear tyres.

    2024 Aprilia RS 457

    The new Aprilia motorcycle comes equipped with the following advanced bits - 

    • 5-inch TFT instrument display supporting Aprilia MIA connectivity for navigation and media
    • Three riding modes - Eco, Sport, and Rain
    • Adjustable traction control
    • Ride-by-Wire throttle system
    • Bosch dual-channel ABS

    2024 Aprilia RS 457

    Engine 

    The sports bike is powered by a 457cc, liquid-cooled, parallel-twin cylinder engine that generates a maximum power of 48 PS at 9,400 rpm and a peak torque of 43.5 Nm at 6,700 rpm. Power is sent to the ground via a 6-speed gearbox with a quick shifter. With a kerb weight of just 175 kg, the RS 457 is touted as the best-in-class in terms of power-to-weight ratio. 

    2024 Aprilia RS 457

    Suspension & braking

    The front suspension setup comprises a 41 mm upside-down fork with 120 mm of wheel travel, while the rear features a mono-shock with 130 mm of wheel travel. As for braking, it gets a 320 mm front disc paired with a 4-piston radial calliper and a 220 mm rear disc setup. As mentioned, these are complemented by a Bosch dual-channel ABS. 

    Interested folks can now head over to their nearest Aprilia dealership to check out this new Italian sports bike in person.

    Also read: Didi Group opens new MotoPlex showroom in Selangor

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