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Aprilia's RS125 stroker bows out
After 15 years, the end for Aprilia's RS125 two-stroke sportsbike is nigh -- the model finally succumbing to increasingly tight emissions regulationsAustralia's Aprilia importer, John Sample Automotive, has announced that production the marque's venerable RS125 two-stroke sports bike has drawn to a close.
First introduced to Australia in 1998, the pint-sized stroker is as fun to ride as it is stunning to look at, its lines emulating that of its bigger-capacity sportsbike brethren. Honed using the hard-won lessons learned in grand prix competition -- Aprilia has more 125cc GP victories to its credit than any other manufacturer -- the RS125 has fuelled the dreams and aspriations of many a newcomer to motorcycling in this country, with precision handling that's the envy of the vast majority of entry-level machines.
Today, however, amid ever-tightening global emmissions regulations, the RS125's time has come -- the model's long production run has come to an end, and it's officially handed the baton to its cleaner, 'greener' four-stroke heir, the RS4 125 (click here for the Bikesales Network's review).
John Sample Automotive has indicated there are still a few examples of the RS125 loitering on showroom floors throughout its Australian dealer network, but warns anyone wishing to grab a slice of two-wheeled history will need to move quickly.
The model is priced at $7190 (plus on-roads), while stocks last.
To find your nearest Aprilia dealer visit http://aprilia.com.au/dealermenu.html
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