The engineers of Aprilia is working hard to manufacture the new Factory Works versions of the award-winning Aprilia RSV4 model. The new 2017 Aprilia RSV4 FW-GP Sports Bike is an ultimate bike offering the best performance for track use only. It is manufactured and sold directly by the Aprilia Racing. The racing division with the 54 world titles will also give the first-hand assistance. Let’s have the review of new 2017 Aprilia RSV4 FW-GP Sports Bike.
2017 Aprilia RSV4 FW-GP Sports Bike – Specification and Pics
More than 250 Horsepower
There was a program launched in the Aprilia Racing Team to create the Factory Works bikes with the Superstock and Superbike championship regulation in each country. The primary objective was to prepare engine and electric components to achieve the maximum configuration that exceeds the 250 horsepower. All models start with an already exceptional technical base of the Aprilia RSV4 RR MY 17 Race pack.
RSV4 FW-SSTK1
The 2017 Aprilia RSV4 FW-GP Sports Bike with the Race Pack comes with an Ohlins suspension system and the forged wheel rims providing the smooth ride and ultimate look. This bike features the standard electrical system with an ultra-weight lithium battery. The standard electronics ECU are entirely reprogrammed in the Race version, engine control and vehicle dynamic map mode in the Aprilia Racing.
The reprogrammed instrumentation, predisposed for the lap times if combined with the V4-MP system. It is the multimedia platform in which Aprilia has introduced the telemetry system. This system offers the corner by corner adjustment of the electronic settings of RSV4. The braking system is optimized and the ABS is eliminated from it. It features the lightweight factory engine features the simplified cooling circuit lines while the thermostat and secondary air circuit have been eliminated from it.
The Akrapovic exhaust kit, fairing kit, and the engine is completely optimized for ultimate performance in all conditions.
RSV4 FW-SSTK2
It features the Race Pack with the Ohlins suspension system and the all-new forged wheel rims. The electric system is lightened and simplified with the dedicated vehicle and engine wiring harness and lithium battery. The APX2 ECU is made in Aprilia Racing and it is fully programmable in ignition and engine control parameter using the included palmtop terminal.
The all-new ECU includes the data acquisition system by using both sensors i.e. original and an optional. It is permitted by the regulations of Superstock 1000 FM Cup. There is a special Aprilia Racing instrumentation is being used in it. The Special engine featuring the Aprilia Racing modes, all-new Akrapovic exhaust kit, and fairing kit. The maximum power reached by its engine is about 204 horsepower.
RSV4 FW-SBK
This Aprilia RSV4 comes with the Race Pack with the Ohlins suspension system and the forged wheel rims. It features the racing electrical system, which is lightened and simplified with the dedicated vehicle, engine wiring harness, and the lithium battery. The all-new APX2 ECU is made by the Aprilia Racing and it is mounted with GPS module. It is fully programmable in ignition and engine control parameters using the palmtop terminal.
The ECU contains the data acquisition system with the new telemetry sensors kit. This model comes with the special Aprilia Racing instrumentation with the full racing button panel. There is special Aprilia Racing instrumentation installed in it. The all-new special engine with the SBK mode provides the maximum power of 215 horsepower.
RSV4 FW-GP
The all-new 2017 Aprilia RSV4 FW-GP Sports Bike comes with the powerful engine, which ensures the maximum power of more than 250 horsepower. It has the bore of 81 mm and has pneumatic valve timing. The potential buyers are invited to the Aprilia Racing headquarters in Noale where they will receive a special treatment and ideal configuration according to their preference and budget.
During the preparation of the 2017 Aprilia RSV4 FW-GP Sports Bike, they can see the live images of outfitting progress. This bike is delivered by the Aprilia Racing engineers when finished. In addition to this, one can gain some racing tips from experts about a bike and much more.
Technical Training
The Factory Works program includes the technical training as part of the price of each model. This training will give a lot of information that one needs to adapt during riding. The test session on the track with the Aprilia Racing test team is also included and it will verify the validity of the training provided.