Aprilia RS250

Aprilia RS250
ManufacturerAprilia
Also calledGP1
Parent companyPiaggio
Production1995–2002 (road)
ClassSport bike
Engine249 cc (15.2 cu in), 2-stroke, liquid cooled, 90-degree V-Twin
Bore / stroke56 mm × 50.6 mm (2.20 in × 1.99 in)
Power60 hp (45 kW; 61 PS) @ 11,000 rpm
Torque39.7 N⋅m (29.3 lbf⋅ft) @ 10,750 rpm
Transmission6-speed sequential, manual chain drive
Wheelbase1,370 mm (54 in)
DimensionsL: 1,980 mm (78 in)
W: 690 mm (27 in)
Seat height810 mm (32 in)
Weight141.0 kg (310.9 lb) (dry)
162.0 kg (wet)
RelatedAprilia RS125
Aprilia RS50

The Aprilia RS250 is a two-stroke 249 cc (15.2 cu in) sport bike made by the Italian motorcycle manufacturer Aprilia.

The Aprilia RS250 is a race oriented motorcycle with technology derived from Aprilia's racing experience. It is inspired by the Aprilia RSW250 Grand Prix motorcycle used by riders such as Valentino Rossi, Max Biaggi and Loris Capirossi in MotoGP races.