RSV4 Launch

BizJetGuy · 09-16-2008, 02:34 PM

My calendar is marked...

luvtolean · 09-16-2008, 06:11 PM

We should get our man in Rome over there.

seamus · 09-16-2008, 06:18 PM

That's it. I'm leaving. I'm getting stationed back in Europe if I have to burn every bridge in existence.

Purpdust · 09-17-2008, 03:15 AM

Unfortunately that is also Race day at Vallelunga, for the World Superbike round. Maybe they will have one there as well.

Purpdust · 09-17-2008, 03:18 AM

I just looked at the address and I am looking at an apartment on that Plaza tomorrow. Unfortunately the one I pick in Trastevere was rented at a higher price after we already agreed on a price.

seamus · 09-17-2008, 06:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Purpdust

I just looked at the address and I am looking at an apartment on that Plaza tomorrow. Unfortunately the one I pick in Trastevere was rented at a higher price after we already agreed on a price.

Ahhh, Italia...

BizJetGuy · 09-17-2008, 07:29 AM

Test pics from Mugello here: Aprilia News

For some reason, I can't upload the pics from the URL.

ND4SPD · 09-17-2008, 07:35 AM

YouTube - Aprilia V4 Mugello

ccwilli3 · 09-17-2008, 07:50 AM

that sounds like a fine motorbike to me. This is supposed to be a liter, right?

navydevildoc · 09-17-2008, 08:33 AM

Supposed to be... there are lots of speculation and test track pics, but they almost always have mule farings on, or things taped up, so we can't see what it's going to look like in the end. If that video showed it, then you can shut me up... I can't watch YouTube out here.

ccwilli3 · 09-17-2008, 09:38 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by navydevildoc

Supposed to be... there are lots of speculation and test track pics, but they almost always have mule farings on, or things taped up, so we can't see what it's going to look like in the end. If that video showed it, then you can shut me up... I can't watch YouTube out here.

you didn't miss anything in that video but the visceral experience... Nothing really to see there.

MotoVegas · 09-17-2008, 10:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BizJetGuy

My calendar is marked...

Nice. That bike is gonna be full of awesome!

luvtolean · 09-17-2008, 11:19 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MotoVegas

Nice. That bike is gonna be full of awesome!

Too bad it's made by Aprilia.

A local dealer is doing its best right now to try and force them to meet their commitments on scooter shipments and support (by blowing out all their bikes and not re-ordering), and the problems bwhip had with his 550 aren't exactly confidence inspiring.

If anyone wants a 'Priller near invoice cost, I have a hook-up for you.

BizJetGuy · 09-17-2008, 11:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by luvtolean

Too bad it's made by Aprilia.

A local dealer is doing its best right now to try and force them to meet their commitments on scooter shipments and support (by blowing out all their bikes and not re-ordering), and the problems bwhip had with his 550 aren't exactly confidence inspiring.

If anyone wants a 'Priller near invoice cost, I have a hook-up for you.

Bad press.

The issues with the early 550's and 450's are well documented. However, the newer models seem to have benefited from the fixes. One of the primary problems with that motor is that it was designed by Aprilia prior to the Piaggio buyout. With Piaggio's assistance, I have a lot more confidence in the product. I haven't heard of any issues with the Shiver or Mana powerplants and those were mills developed jointly by both Aprilia and Piaggio.

Good Aprilia dealerships are few and far between. With the mix between high-end performance bikes and scooters, it's hard to find a dealer that will commit to the entire product line. Especially for a brand with such minimal market share.

No question I am biased but I think the weak link in the whole scheme of things is the dealer network.

luvtolean · 09-17-2008, 12:04 PM

Actually, anyone can have an issue with a new model, so I don't really hold that against them.

It's how they dealt with it that bothers me.

They have the balls to build neat bikes, but their support is very....Italian.

MotoVegas · 09-17-2008, 12:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by luvtolean

Too bad it's made by Aprilia.

A local dealer is doing its best right now to try and force them to meet their commitments on scooter shipments and support (by blowing out all their bikes and not re-ordering), and the problems bwhip had with his 550 aren't exactly confidence inspiring.

If anyone wants a 'Priller near invoice cost, I have a hook-up for you.

Honestly? THE thing that stopped me from picking up a new '08 RSV 1000R Factory, was the poor service Whip received (continues to receive). I'm scared of a company that won't back its products correctly... WHATEVER the reason may or may not be for failing to do so.

luvtolean · 09-17-2008, 12:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MotoVegas

Honestly? THE thing that stopped me from picking up a new '08 RSV 1000R Factory,

They had a Factory on the floor in all its carbon covered, gold framed glory if you're interested.

It is a neat bike, but I'd tear it down and get the frame polished or powdercoated.

MotoVegas · 09-17-2008, 12:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by luvtolean

They had a Factory on the floor in all its carbon covered, gold framed glory if you're interested.

It is a neat bike, but I'd tear it down and get the frame polished or powdercoated.

Haha, yeah it was ugly I'll give you that. But I was thinking of it from track bike standpoint not a bike to ride around on the streets. Its physical size (certainly felt larger than other sportbikes on the market) seemed to fit quite well with my "Baby Huey" size. I mean, I'm the first to admit that I both LOOK and FEEL lame on these 'tiny' bikes. So the idea of a bike that fits me better was appealing. Just not appealing enough to override my concerns that their factory-support service, from what I've read, isn't quite up to snuff.

And gold powder-coated rims 4tw, man!

BizJetGuy · 09-22-2008, 08:44 AM

Here she is:

v4_aprilianews1.jpg (image)

bwhip · 09-22-2008, 08:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by luvtolean

Actually, anyone can have an issue with a new model, so I don't really hold that against them.

It's how they dealt with it that bothers me.

They have the balls to build neat bikes, but their support is very....Italian.

Quote:

Originally Posted by MotoVegas

Honestly? THE thing that stopped me from picking up a new '08 RSV 1000R Factory, was the poor service Whip received (continues to receive). I'm scared of a company that won't back its products correctly... WHATEVER the reason may or may not be for failing to do so.

Yep. With just a couple hundred miles on the clock since they "fixed" the water-in-the-oil issue last time, it's back in the shop again for the same problem. They are due to do some "testing" on it this week to see how many hours I've put on it since the fix, to see how they might respond this time. I've never loved a bike so much yet been so frustrated by it all at the same time before.

bwhip · 09-22-2008, 08:49 AM

Many pics of the new V-4 bike here:
RSV4 Launch Pictures - ApriliaForum sponsored by AF1 Racing, inc.

Baketech · 09-22-2008, 08:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bwhip

Many pics of the new V-4 bike here:
RSV4 Launch Pictures - ApriliaForum sponsored by AF1 Racing, inc.

Oh sweet mercy....

BobcatSig · 09-22-2008, 09:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Baketech

Oh sweet mercy....

Indeed. But wtf is up with stock exhausts lately? Is there a design competition to build the ugliest exhaust on a production bike?? Seems like Kawi and Aprilia are battling for the lead!

luvtolean · 09-22-2008, 09:56 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Baketech

Oh sweet mercy....

Holy mother of...

Straight to a racer with stupidbike forks.

ND4SPD · 09-22-2008, 10:01 AM

Beyond sexy. The third headlight is a bit confusing to me. Center low beam, outer high beam - a la 929/954?

And all this begs the big question... How much? I'm betting $25k.

for1only · 09-22-2008, 10:05 AM

great looking, nice sounding bike-again from italy. Why cant the big 4 make a great looking bike anymore?

BizJetGuy · 09-22-2008, 10:06 AM

A bargain at any price

luvtolean · 09-22-2008, 10:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BizJetGuy

A bargain at any price

When it runs.

for1only · 09-22-2008, 10:11 AM

yeah and you'll never go 2 up on this bike.

gt702 · 09-22-2008, 10:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by for1only

yeah and you'll never go 2 up on this bike.

I know some who would consider that a big selling point

Very cool machine. Is the race bike a factory option?

09-16-2008, 02:34 PM	#1
BizJetGuy American Pikey Join Date: 12-18-2006 Location: Indiana Age: 40 Bike(s): Aprilia RST 1000 Posts: 1,367	RSV4 Launch My calendar is marked... Attached Thumbnails __________________ Horn not working - watch for finger

09-16-2008, 06:11 PM	#2
luvtolean Join Date: 12-13-2006 Location: SF Bay Area, CA Bike(s): 2008 BMW GS-A Posts: 8,555	We should get our man in Rome over there. __________________ You got to know, you got to know, the winners say GO-GO-GO...I got no patience, so sick of complacence... -Rage Against the Machine

09-16-2008, 06:18 PM	#3
seamus is feelin alright Join Date: 12-13-2006 Location: Rocket City Age: 35 Bike(s): 1KRR; VFR; FMX650 Posts: 6,457	That's it. I'm leaving. I'm getting stationed back in Europe if I have to burn every bridge in existence. __________________ Ducit Amor Patriae Richard Herald, The Gentle Giant For once you have tasted flight you will walk the earth with your eyes turned skywards, for there you have been and there you will long to return. ---Leonardo Da Vinci

09-17-2008, 03:15 AM	#4
Purpdust It's not my fault Join Date: 12-19-2006 Location: AB-Canada Age: 34 Bike(s): gsxr 750 Posts: 1,587	Unfortunately that is also Race day at Vallelunga, for the World Superbike round. Maybe they will have one there as well. __________________ "And he added that excessive consumerism prompted Canadians and Americans to chase low prices and send manufacturing jobs to China" Mr. Jarislowsky

09-17-2008, 03:18 AM	#5
Purpdust It's not my fault Join Date: 12-19-2006 Location: AB-Canada Age: 34 Bike(s): gsxr 750 Posts: 1,587	I just looked at the address and I am looking at an apartment on that Plaza tomorrow. Unfortunately the one I pick in Trastevere was rented at a higher price after we already agreed on a price. __________________ "And he added that excessive consumerism prompted Canadians and Americans to chase low prices and send manufacturing jobs to China" Mr. Jarislowsky

09-17-2008, 07:29 AM	#7
BizJetGuy American Pikey Join Date: 12-18-2006 Location: Indiana Age: 40 Bike(s): Aprilia RST 1000 Posts: 1,367	Test pics from Mugello here: Aprilia News For some reason, I can't upload the pics from the URL. __________________ Horn not working - watch for finger

09-17-2008, 07:50 AM	#9
ccwilli3 a head like a f'ing orange Join Date: 12-18-2006 Location: Raleigh Age: 31 Bike(s): 06 fireblade Posts: 1,180	that sounds like a fine motorbike to me. This is supposed to be a liter, right? __________________ Cleaver, a film by christopher moltisanti and carmine lupertazzi

09-17-2008, 08:33 AM	#10
navydevildoc Smog is better. Join Date: 12-13-2006 Location: Sunny San Diego Bike(s): Aprilia RSV-R Posts: 1,602	Supposed to be... there are lots of speculation and test track pics, but they almost always have mule farings on, or things taped up, so we can't see what it's going to look like in the end. If that video showed it, then you can shut me up... I can't watch YouTube out here. __________________ "It is easier to ask for forgiveness than to ask for permission!" - Attributed to Admiral Grace Hopper, Computing Pioneer

09-17-2008, 12:04 PM	#15
luvtolean Join Date: 12-13-2006 Location: SF Bay Area, CA Bike(s): 2008 BMW GS-A Posts: 8,555	Actually, anyone can have an issue with a new model, so I don't really hold that against them. It's how they dealt with it that bothers me. They have the balls to build neat bikes, but their support is very....Italian. __________________ You got to know, you got to know, the winners say GO-GO-GO...I got no patience, so sick of complacence... -Rage Against the Machine

09-22-2008, 08:44 AM	#19
BizJetGuy American Pikey Join Date: 12-18-2006 Location: Indiana Age: 40 Bike(s): Aprilia RST 1000 Posts: 1,367	Here she is: v4_aprilianews1.jpg (image) __________________ Horn not working - watch for finger

09-22-2008, 08:49 AM	#21
bwhip Every ride a gift... Join Date: 12-13-2006 Location: Idaho, USA Bike(s): 1098S-SXV550-HMS-Ruckus Posts: 4,777	Many pics of the new V-4 bike here: RSV4 Launch Pictures - ApriliaForum sponsored by AF1 Racing, inc. __________________ My Gallery http://www.latebraker.com

09-22-2008, 10:01 AM	#25
ND4SPD Join Date: 12-12-2006 Location: Central SC Bike(s): '99 F4 Posts: 9,638 Images: 28	Beyond sexy. The third headlight is a bit confusing to me. Center low beam, outer high beam - a la 929/954? And all this begs the big question... How much? I'm betting $25k. __________________ "This is your life - are you who you want to be?" Learn all you need to know about Mac OS X The Motorcycle Addict's Magazine - MCADXmag

09-22-2008, 10:05 AM	#26
for1only Join Date: 01-08-2007 Age: 37 Bike(s): cbr600rr Posts: 374	great looking, nice sounding bike-again from italy. Why cant the big 4 make a great looking bike anymore? __________________ Do as I say not as I do

09-22-2008, 10:06 AM	#27
BizJetGuy American Pikey Join Date: 12-18-2006 Location: Indiana Age: 40 Bike(s): Aprilia RST 1000 Posts: 1,367	A bargain at any price __________________ Horn not working - watch for finger

09-22-2008, 10:11 AM	#29
for1only Join Date: 01-08-2007 Age: 37 Bike(s): cbr600rr Posts: 374	yeah and you'll never go 2 up on this bike. __________________ Do as I say not as I do

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