emu
Italian Motorcycles

Today in Motorcycle History

Aprilia RS250

Specifications - 2001 Model

Engine
Configuration 2-stroke 90° V twin, liquid cooled. Sequential three-stage valve on the exhaust, electronically managed by a digital control unit and controlled by a "step-by-step" motor Gearbox 6 speed. Removable cluster. Forced lubrication with volumetric pump.
Bore & Stroke 56 x 50.6 mm Clutch Wet multi-plate
Capacity 249 cc Lubrication
Compression Ratio 12.5:1 Starter Kick starter
Fuel Mikuni TM 34 SS flatslides, with electronic management by electrovalves that section the maximum air passages and the idling circuits Ignition CDI digital, with advance mapping programmed on three parameters (opening of carburettor valves, opening speed and engine rpm)
Chassis
Frame Inclined double beam, magnesium alloy. Wheels Aluminium alloy, with 5 tangential spokes.
Front 3.50 x 17"
Rear 4.50 x 17"
Dimensions Weight: 140 kg.
Wheelbase: 1365 mm.
Length: 1980 mm.
Seat Height:
Tyres Front: 120/60 ZR 17"
Rear: 150/60 ZR 17"
Tubeless radials
Front Suspension Inverted Ø 41 mm, with adjustable rebound and compression damping, 120 mm travel. Brakes Front: Dual floating Ø 298 mm discs, 4 spot Brembo calipers differentiated diameter pistons.
Rear: Ø 220 mm
Rear suspension Magnesium alloy swingarm. Monoshock with resevoir, adjustable extension, compression and spring preloading. 130mm rear wheel travel. Fuel Capacity 19.5 litres (reserve 3 litres)
Colour Schemes Yellow and Grey
Silver/Red/Black

Source: John Sample Group

If you have a query or information about Aprilia motorcycles please contact us