To celebrate the festive season, Aprilia India is offering the RS457 with a quickshifter as a standard feature for a limited time. Customers who take delivery between October 23-31, 2024, will get this performance-enhancing upgrade at no extra cost. The bike is priced at Rs 4.17 lakh (ex-showroom), which is Rs 7,000 more than the standard version. Previously, the quickshifter was an optional accessory costing Rs 27,999. By including it for free, this Diwali offer makes the RS457 an even better deal and more appealing to potential buyers.
Aprilia RS 457: Engine and Hardware
The Aprilia RS457 is powered by a 457cc parallel-twin liquid-cooled engine that makes 47bhp at 9,400rpm and 43.5Nm of torque at 6,700rpm. It comes with a six-speed gearbox for smooth gear changes. It also features a well-designed suspension system. The front has a 41mm USD fork with 120mm of travel for stable handling, while the rear has a 130mm mono-shock with adjustable preload to fit your riding style.
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When it comes to braking, the RS457 has a 320mm front disc with a Bybre 4-piston radial calliper and a 220mm rear disc with a single-piston floating calliper.
Aprilia RS 457: Features, Design, and More
The Aprilia RS 457 is a fully-faired sportbike that combines a bold and aggressive design with high performance. Its sharp lines, muscular fuel tank, and underbelly exhaust create a striking, menacing appearance. Additional features include clip-on handlebars, a short curved windscreen, and split LED headlamps. For better control, the RS 457 offers three levels of traction control, a 5-inch TFT display, and backlit switchgear. Its Ride-by-Wire technology provides three customizable riding modes, allowing riders to adjust power delivery and traction to match their preferences.
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In the competitive 400cc sportbike segment, the Aprilia RS 457 stands out against rivals like the Yamaha R3 and Kawasaki Ninja 400. It’s available in three eye-catching paint schemes: Prismatic Dark, Racing Stripes, and Opalescent Light.
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