Description
Introduced in 1992 with a twenty-year production run, the RS125 was what European teenagers dreamed of when growing up thanks to the sportsbike looking and sensation despite the diminutive engine and restricted-license-friendly output numbers. It got a revised Rotax motor in 1996 and a facelift in 1999.
The 124.8 cc engine produced 11 kW (15 hp) in stock form, though once de-restricted it could easily put out twice that number.
MCN states, “For most of the 1990s, Aprilia’s RS 125 was the must-have 125cc bike – both the hottest and coolest thing a 17-year-old could plaster a tatty L-plate on. A potent, shrieking banshee of a water-cooled two-stroke motor, wrapped in a gorgeous aluminium twin-spar frame, blessed with credible chassis components, a full-size riding position and a sleek, sporty fairing.
All of that desirability was multiplied several times over by its Italian exotica kudos and genuine Grand Prix pedigree – and even more so after a pimply 18-year-old called Valentino Rossi won the 125GP title in 1997. Owning an Aprilia RS125 was as good as things got, a universal badge of honour. It was also a great leveller, its desire cutting across classes. From rich kids swanning about on Daddy’s showroom-fresh minter to hard-charging chavs terrorising town-centres on rattle-can lash-ups, all across Europe young riders aspired to Aprilia’s RS125 in astonishing numbers.”
This example is VIN: ZD4RM00068S000861. The bike was sent to Iconic from Japan.
The odometer shows 7,471 kilometers (4,642 miles).
Maintenance:
In preparation for the listing, the seller had us perform a safety inspection. Our service department notes the following on their condition report:
Gas Tank Internal Condition: Ok
Transmission Oil Level: LOW, NOT VISIBLE IN WINDOW
Transmission Oil Quality: FAIL
2T Oil Level: Ok
Coolant Level: LOW
Coolant Quality: FAIL, >300mV
Front Hydraulic Fluid Level: Ok
Front Hydraulic Fluid Quality: FAIL, >3% Moisture
Rear Hydraulic Fluid Level: Ok
Rear Hydraulic Fluid Quality: MARGINAL, >1.5% Moisture
Clutch Hydraulic Fluid Level: N/A, Cable Clutch
Clutch Hydraulic Fluid Quality: N/A
Final Drive Condition: NEEDS SERVICE
Headlight High Beam: Ok
Headlight Low Beam: Ok
Passing Light: Ok
Parking Light: Ok
Turn Signals: Ok
Tail Light: Ok
Brake Light (Front Switch): Ok
Brake Light (Rear Switch): Ok
Plate Light: Ok
Horn: Ok
Kill Switch: Ok
Brake Pad % Remaining Front: 95%
Brake Pad % Remaining Rear: 95%
Forks: Ok
Shock/s: Ok
Tire Date Code Front: 48/12
Tire Date Code Rear: 49/12
Tire % Remaining Front: CRACKED
Tire % Remaining Rear: CRACKED
Tire Press. Front: 29 psi
Tire Press. Rear: 32 psi
Battery Standing Voltage: 12.95V
Charging Voltage @ 4k RPM:13.90 V
Running Condition: Ok, runs on bench
Test Ride Completed: None taken
Test Ride Distance: N/A
Air Filter: Ok
Tires Installed:
-Front: 110/70-17
-Rear: 150/60-17
Notes:
-RH fork leg has some chrome flaking, prob. bellow fork seals
-Rear brake master cylinder is leaking
-Aftermarket bodywork
-Aftermarket rear set assemblies
-Puig Screen
-Air filter is ok
-Zeta clutch lever
-Frame sliders
-Aftermarket mirrors
-Rear fender eliminator
Cosmetic Imperfections:
–RH tail section has rub mark
–Road rash on RH fuel tank
–Split at RH fairing upper
–Three of the four turn signals are broken
–Split at RH bellypan
–LH fairing upper has been repaired, poorly
–Gravel-rashed silencer
-REPAIRS RECOMMENDED
-Trans oil
-Coolant
-New turn signals
-Tires
-Chain service
-Hydro 2
-Service rear brake master, new seal kit.
Modifications:
Aftermarket bodywork.
Puig windscreen. Kijima mirrors.
Progrip grips. OJ Helmo bar ends.
Zeta clutch lever.
Aftermarket rearset assebmlies with aftermarket heal guards.
Arrow exhaust.
GSG Mototechnik frame sliders.
R&G fender eliminator with clear rear turn signal lenses.
Inside of the tank:
It is riding on Bridgestone Battlax Hypersport S20 tires with date codes of 4812 and 4912.
The sale includes two keys.
Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album up top for all known cosmetic blemishes. Here is a selection:
Currently located in Panorama City, California, this Aprilia is offered on a Bill of Sale only with import paperwork. Iconic can assist the winning bidder obtain a Washington state title for $750. Have any RS125 stories or questions about this listing? Let us know in the “Comments” tab!
