2010 Aprilia RSV4 Factory Review: Introducing the New Premium Superbike Alternative

Does the world really need another superbike?

Aprilia seems to think so, and their RSV4 is quite the technical over-achievement, with a trick 180 horsepower V-Four powerplant, Öhlins suspension, Brembo brakes, and a chassis so compact it seems plucked off a middleweight bike.

How do these components perform in motion? Hint: this stock photo gives a pretty accurate idea of what easily happens with a slight twist of the wrist.

For the full scoop, read my 2010 Aprilia RSV4 Review, and see shots of the bike in this RSV4 Photo Gallery.

Related:

• 2010 Aprilia RSV4 Factory Photo Gallery

Screen grab © Buell; click for a 2010 Buell Buyer’s Guide

2010 Aprilia RSV4 Factory Review: Introducing the New Premium Superbike Alternative originally appeared on About.com Motorcycles on Monday, January 4th, 2010 at 22:57:37.

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