New normal

MODES FOR ROADS

The Öhlins suspension allows riders to choose from three ‘active’ modes – A1, A2 and A3 – and three ‘manual’ – M1, M2 and M3

READ THE FINE PRINT

Familiar V4 donk might have fewer kilowatts than some of its rivals but all that power is usable

MOVE IT TO THE BEAT

Frame allows adjustments to the Factory’s vitals, including headstock position and rake, swingarm pin height and even engine height

GET THERE IN THE END

Aprilia took its time to introduce electronic suspension to it’s top-spec superbike, but its Öhlins proves it has got the concept just right

YOU LIGHTEN UP MY LIFE

Five-spoke forged aluminium wheels are a fraction lighter than the version on the homologation-special RR model

Nearly 160 kilowatts in the wet should be frightening, like stepping into a boxing ring for the first time with a heavyweight champion. That much power and force should be overwhelming. The new 2020 Aprilia RSV4 Factory 1100 is the most advanced RSV to leave the Aprilia