I feel at this point, we’ve probably listed 90% of the RS250 Cup bikes that Aprilia brought to these shores. They still tend to be quick sellers though.
The story on this example:
Very rare as very few were imported to the US. If you are looking at this you know what it is.
I bought this bike several years ago from a collector. The bike is in near mint condition. There are 1900 kilometers on the bike – about 1000 miles. I thought I may take it to the track one day – but I never got around to it. The bike has all new fluids and brand new Michelin Pilot Power tires. I had the compression tested and itcame back at 140 per cylinder – what AF1 racing said was like a brand new motor. The bike has been sitting and will need the carbs cleaned in order to run properly. The bike is sold as is with a bill of sale-no title. The bike is a collector’s dream. I also have the complete workshop manual and a box of spare parts (including pistons, rings, spockets etc.) to go with sale.
There are still plenty of go fast parts out there for these bikes if you can’t leave well enough alone. Has anyone converted (hypothetically of course) one for the street? What does it run for the parts?
Stealthy black fairing hiding the Suzu…..I mean Aprilia 250cc engine. They are generally hassle free if you keep up with basic maintenance.
It looks a little naked in there with all the street equipment stripped away. So far no action on the auction and that may be due to the starting bid of $5,000. Even in great shape the track only Cup RS’s just don’t command the same price of a street RS in the same shape.
Ian
There is another on ebay right now with the same starting price (5k) and I can tell you they are a blast to ride (I have a 2000 Cup Rep) and can be a lot of fun to take to the track. I got mine for 4K and know the previous 2 owners and had only turned 2500 track miles from new.