Aprilia RS 250 (1996)

The Aprilia RS 250 is a rare gem in today’s motorcycle landscape – a current two-stroke production roadbike that defies emissions legislation.

At the heart of this beast lies Suzuki’s RGV250 motor, a V-twin two-stroke with advanced power-boosting features. With a 52kW (70bhp) output at the crankshaft and an astonishing 280bhp/litre specific power, this bike is not for the faint of heart.

Riding the RS 250 is an exhilarating experience, thanks to its super-stiff twin-spar aluminium frame, fully-adjustable Showa front forks and rear monoshock, and wide sports tyres that provide amazing grip. The Brembo four-piston calipers offer exceptional stopping power on this 140kg (308 lbs) marvel.

The result is a thrilling ride with an unmistakable link to Grand Prix technology – the perfect blend of style, performance, and handling that makes the Aprilia RS 250 a true standout in its class.

Key Specifications

Engine Type	Two stroke, 90 V twin-cylinder, with laminar suction and exhaust valve. Separate lubrication with variable automatic mixer
Engine Capacity	249 cc / 15.2 cu in
Max Power	52.9 kw / 72.5 hp
Max Torque	40 Nm / 4.08 kgf-m / 29.5 lb/ft @ 10750 rpm
Fuel Tank Capacity	4.4 US gallons / 16.5 L
Weight (Wet/Kerb)	368 lbs / 167 kg
Seat Height	31.9 inches / 810 mm

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All Specifications

Make & Model

Model	Aprilia RS 250
Year	1996

Engine

Engine Type	Two stroke, 90 V twin-cylinder, with laminar suction and exhaust valve. Separate lubrication with variable automatic mixer
Displacement	249 cc / 15.2 cu in
Bore x Stroke	56 x 50.6 mm
Compression Ratio	12.0:1 (+/- 0.7)
Max Horsepower	52.9 kw / 72.5 hp
Max Torque	40 Nm / 4.08 kgf-m / 29.5 lb/ft @ 10750 rpm
Engine Management System	2 x 34 mm Mikuni 34 SS flat side carburetors
Lubrication System	Oil pump with separate circuit
Cooling System	Liquid cooled

Performance

Top Speed

209.5 km/h / 130.2 mph

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Transmission

Clutch	Oil bath, multiple-disc, with lever control on handlebars
Gearbox	6 Speed, direct drive
Gear Ratios	1st 11:27 (1:2.454) / 2nd 16:26 (1:1.625) / 3rd 17:21 (1:1.235) / 4th 22:23 (1:1.045) / 5th 24:22 (1:0.916) / 6th 25:21 (1:0.840)
Final Drive	Chain, sealed, jointless, DID 520 V6

Electrical & Electronics System

Battery	12v 4Ah
Starter	Kick

Chassis & Suspension

Front Suspension	40 mm Inverted fork with adjustable rebound and compression damping.
Front Suspension Travel	4.7 inches / 120 mm
Rear Suspension	Magnesium alloy swingarm. Monoshock with resevoir, adjustable extension, compression and spring preloading.
Rear Suspension Travel	5.1 inches / 130 mm
Rake	25

Wheels & Brakes

Front Wheel/Rim Size	3.00 x 17
Front Tire Size	110/70-17
Rear Wheel/Rim Size	4.50 x 17
Rear Tire Size	150/60-17
Front Brakes	2 x 298 mm discs, 4 piston calipers
Rear Brakes	Single 220 mm disc, 2 piston caliper

Dimension & Weights

Overall Length	1880 mm / 74.0 in
Overall Width	690 mm / 27.2 in
Overall Height	1080 mm / 42.5 in
Seat Height	31.9 inches / 810 mm
Wheelbase	53.9 inches / 1370 mm
Ground Clearance	135 mm / 5.3 in
Fuel Tank Capacity	4.4 US gallons / 16.5 L
Wet (kerb/curb) Weight	368 lbs / 167 kg
Dry Weight	141 kg / 309 lbs

Features

Twin-spar aluminium frame
Fully-adjustable Showa upside-down front forks
Rear monoshock with adjustable settings
Wide sports tyres for improved grip
Front twin Brembo four-piston calipers
Superlative stopping power
Lightweight design, weighing 140kg (2241b)
Ceramic-coated cylinders
Electronic 34mm Mikuni flat-slide carburettors
Guillotine-type power valves
Highest specific power output of any current production roadgoing motorcycle (280bhp/litre)
Engine: Suzuki’s RGV250 V-twin two-stroke motor
Power increase to 52kW (70bhp) at the crankshaft
Unique styling with banana-style upswept aluminium swingarm and twin side-mounted exhausts

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