The Aprilia RSV4 received a makeover in 2021 with what has become the distinguishing feature of Noale motorcycles: a headlamp made up of three light clusters.
But the evolution of one of the longest-running sports motorcycles has continued mainly in ergonomics and electronics.
In terms of content, nothing will change: the 2022 RSV4 can continue to rely on its 1,077cc four-cylinder V-engine delivering 217 hp and 125 Nm, assisted by the APRC electronic platform, which has been updated with the introduction of a multi-adjustable engine brake and the Marelli 11MP control unit with 6-axis IMU.
The Öhlins suspension and six riding modes are retained.
For 2022, therefore, there was nothing to expect from a bike that had already changed so much in 2021, yet there is something new, albeit only in appearance.
Aprilia has published a video showing a new livery of the superbike: on the matte black base of the bodywork, golden details stand out, such as the Aprilia logo on the tank, the profile of the rear, the winglets, matching wheels and the RSV4 Factory logo on the side fairing.
Red contrasts with the gold in the graphics.
Aprilia has not yet announced whether the new livery will replace or complement the Factory version, and we have no information on the price of the 2022 RSV4 Ultra Dark.