Aprilia RS 125 R (1997-98)

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The Aprilia RS 125 R motorcycle was produced from 1997-1998 and featured a single cylinder, two-stroke engine with reed valve induction and liquid cooling. With a capacity of 125 cc and compression ratio of 14.5:1, it was capable of producing 24.8 kW or 34 hp at 11000 rpm and a maximum torque of 25 Nm at 9000 rpm. The transmission was six-speed with a chain final drive, and the suspension included upside-down forks and a monoshock for the rear. The front brakes were single 320mm discs with four-piston calipers, and the rear brakes were single 240mm discs with two-piston calipers. The tires were 110/70-17 in the front and 150/60-17 in the rear, and the dry weight of the bike was 115 kg or 254 lbs. Overall, the Aprilia RS 125 R offered a powerful and efficient option for motorcycle enthusiasts during its production years.

Technical specifications:

Make Model: Aprilia RS 125 R

Year: 1997 – 98


Engine: Single cylinder, two stroke, reed valves induction
Capacity: 125 cc / 7.6 cu in
Bore x Stroke: 54 x 54.5mm
Compression Ratio: 14.5:1
Cooling System: Liquid cooled
Induction: Dell’Orto VHSB 34LD
Ignition: Electronic
Starting: Electric
Max Power: 24.8 kW / 34 hp @ 11000 rpm
Max Torque: 25 Nm / 2.5 kgf-m / 18.4 lb-ft @ 9000 rpm
Transmission: 6 Speed
Final Drive: Chain
Front Suspension: Upside-down forks, 40mm
Front Wheel Travel: 120 mm / 4.7 in
Rear Suspension: Monoshock

Rear Wheel Travel: 120 mm / 4.7 in
Front Brakes: Single 320 mm discs, 4 piston caliper
Rear Brakes: Single 240 mm disc, 2 piston caliper
Front Tyre: 110/70-17
Rear Tyre: 150/60-17
Dry Weight: 115 kg / 254 lbs

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