In 1994, Aprilia released the RS250, a road-legal replica version of their RSV250. Powering the RS was a modified version of the liquid-cooled, 249cc, two-stroke, 90-degree V-Twin from Suzuki’s RGV250. The RS’s engine utilized the Suzuki’s 34mm Mikuni flat slide carbs, though it featured its own Aprilia-designed expansion chambers, barrels, air-box, and exhaust system, a revised ignition and ECU, and a higher compression ratio. Building on the already well-designed single-crank V-Twin developed by Suzuki, the changes made in Noale afforded the RS more mid-range power.
What really made the RS250 special, however, was its chassis design. Derived from the bikes built by Aprilia’s factory race program, the RS250 used a polished alloy twin-spar frame paired with an adjustable magnesium alloy banana swing-arm. The trick alloy frame was fitted with 41mm inverted Marzocchi forks and a Sachs monoshock in the back — both adjustable for preload and rebound damping.
The RS250 remained in production, receiving various updates and tweaks – including a significant revamp in ’98 — before Aprilia pulled the plug on the 250 in 2004. Despite a decade-and-a-half having passed since the last RS left the factory, the track-oriented V-Twins are regarded incredibly highly today. MCN has gone as far as to call the RS250, “Simply one of the very best, least-compromised sports motorcycles money can buy.”
Manufactured in January of 2002, this example is VIN: ZD4LDA5002S0019. The seller acquired it seven years ago from a neighbor.
During his ownership he has covered 900 miles. The odometer shows 1,692 miles.
Maintenance:
“Piston replaced, new chain, gear oil change.” The seller provided some receipts from 2019 that can be seen in the photo album.
In preparation for the listing, the seller had us perform a safety inspection and replace the right hand side panel (provided by seller). We fitted a new oil tank reducer, cleaned the 2T oil level sensor, and resealed it to the oil tank. Our service department notes the following on their condition report:
Gas Tank Internal Condition: Ok
Transmission Oil Level: Ok
Transmission Oil Quality: Ok, age unknown
2T Oil Level: Ok
Coolant Level: Ok
Coolant Quality: Unknown
Front Hydraulic Fluid Level: Ok
Front Hydraulic Fluid Quality: Good, 3% Moisture
Clutch Hydraulic Fluid Level: N/A
Clutch Hydraulic Fluid Quality: N/A
Final Drive Condition: Ok
Headlight High Beam: N/A
Headlight Low Beam: N/A
Passing Light: N/A
Parking Light: N/A
Turn Signals: N/A
Tail Light: N/A
Brake Light (Front Switch): N/A
Brake Light (Rear Switch): N/A
Plate Light: N/A
Horn: N/A
Kill Switch: Ok
Brake Pad % Remaining Front: 75%
Brake Pad % Remaining Rear: 90%
Forks: Ok
Shock/s: Ok
Tire Date Code Front: 27/20
Tire Date Code Rear: 43/18
Tire % Remaining Front: 70%
Tire % Remaining Rear: 85%
Tire Press. Front: 30 PSI
Tire Press. Rear: 34 PSI
Battery Standing Voltage: 12.78V
Charging Voltage @ 4k RPM: 14.62V
Running Condition: Ok, runs on bench
Test Ride Completed: None taken
Test Ride Distance: N/A
Tires Installed:
Front: 120/70-17
Rear: 150/60-17
Notes:
**SUPER CLEAN BIKE***
-Race bike, no lights, indicators, taillight
-Fuel tank is ok, slightly dirty
-Chain is a little dirty
-Air filter is good
-Tires are aged
-Cosmetic Imperfections:
-Silencer bands scuffed
-Rub mark on swingarm, RH side
-Road rash on RH tail section
-Crash damage, RH fairing upper
-Feint cracks in paintwork, top of fuel tank
Aftermarket Parts Installed:
-AF1 top T-Clamp
-Attack rear sets
REPAIRS PERFORMED:
-New oil tank reducer
-2T oil level sensor cleaned, resealed to oil tank
REPAIRS RECOMMENDED:
-Repair bodywork
-Transmission oil
-Top up rear brake fluid
-Chain service
Modifications:
Arrow exhaust.
Attack Performance rearsets.
AF1 Racing triple tree.
Front axle sliders.
Swingarm spools.
Tank grips.
Inside of the tank:
It is riding on Bridgestone Battlax R11 tires with date codes of 4318 and 2720.
The sale includes one key.
Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album in the “Photos” tab for all known cosmetic blemishes. Here is a selection:
Currently located in Panorama City, California, (please make an appointment for an inspection) this Aprilia is offered on a Bill of Sale only with the original MSO. Have any RS250 stories or questions about this listing? Let us know in the “Comments” tab!
