Stocking Stuffer! 2000 Aprilia RS50

For Sale: 2000 Aprilia RS50

This weekend while most people were hanging Christmas lights and getting decorations ready for the holidays, I was out shopping. I was trying to find a stocking large enough to hold my latest wish – this great Aprilia RS50. Only time will tell if Santa thinks I’ve been nice enough all year, but I sure do want this great looking “toy.”

These little tiddlers rarely have much mileage on them, as it is difficult to rack up the big scores without freeway access. This particular example is much more well-loved than most, as it has avoided the dreaded “I’m 15 and this is my learner bike” stage that many of these smaller bikes seem to endure. Thus, what you are looking at is a pretty pristine example of a bike that most folks never see.

This RS50 has many of the “big boy” features that you would expect from a race-bred lineup from the likes of Aprilia. Besides being adult sized, this bike comes with many go-fast pieces including front a rear ventilated disc brakes, a single shock rear suspension, upside-down front forks, and typically aero full bodywork covering up the liquid cooled, single cylinder 50cc two stroke powerplant.

From the seller:
This RS50 has been in my collection for many years. It is not new but looks brand new – there is not a mark on it. It is completely original. And it starts, runs and rides as new. The bike has been maintained in operational condition, including; fresh fuel and a fully charged battery. The bike is ready to display or ride, as is. It comes with a clear, Oregon title. Both originaal keys and the owners manual are included in the purchase. This is as close to brand new as I have ever seen. This bike is really fun to ride and to look at.

Small two strokes have been around for many years. From the ’80s variants (MB5, AR50/80) to the ’90s and the miniature YSR50 that spawned a new level of roadracing (on kart tracks no less), to the modern era of the tiddler: This RS50, along with the TZ50 and NSR50 all comprise smaller versions of the most desireable two stroke sportbikes avialable. That being said, I’m a bit puzzled by the passenger pillion and pegs on this one – by most counts it has nearly enough power to motivate one person, much less two!

This little stocking stuffer is available now, with the latest bid at $2,125. There has been a fair amount of bidding on this bike, so interest is high. There is no reserve set, meaning that somebody is going home with a nearly new bike in a few days. For your chance to check out this smaller smoker, click the link and jump over to the auction. I sure hope Santa is reading this…..

MI