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| Aprilia RS 457 GP Replica motorcycle at EICMA show |
Italian Excellence Reigns Supreme: Aprilia Unleashes RS 457 GP Replica & Vespa Reveals Stunning 80th Anniversary Models at EICMA 2025
The hallowed grounds of EICMA 2025 in Milan transformed into a temple of two-wheeled perfection this week as the legendary Piaggio Group orchestrated a breathtaking display of Italian engineering artistry, unveiling machines that seamlessly blend decades of racing heritage with cutting-edge innovation. In a move that sent waves of excitement through the global motorcycle community, Aprilia proudly unveiled the thrilling RS 457 GP Replica - a track-inspired masterpiece that channels the raw spirit of their championship-winning MotoGP prototypes directly into the hands of aspiring riders. Meanwhile, Vespa celebrated eight decades of iconic style with the completely reengineered Primavera and Sprint S models, marking an emotional milestone for the brand that has become synonymous with la dolce vita and continues to capture hearts across generations with its timeless elegance and sophisticated engineering.
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| Aprilia RS 457 GP Replica motorcycle in track livery at EICMA 2025 show |
The Aprilia RS 457 GP Replica emerges as an absolute triumph of design and performance, retaining the 47 hp twin-cylinder engine from the standard model but elevating the experience with a premium performance kit that includes a bidirectional quickshifter, upgraded brake pads, and a racing-inspired single-seat cowl. Weighing in at just 175 kg wet, this extraordinary machine maintains Aprilia's legendary agility while dazzling with a stunning MotoGP-inspired livery featuring sophisticated matte and gloss black finishes that evoke the same adrenaline that powers their factory racing team. But the innovation didn't stop there - Aprilia's Factory range received a subtle yet significant aerodynamic-themed update across the RSV4, Tuono V4, RS 660 and Tuono 660 models, with arrow-like graphics that visually trace the airflow paths developed through intensive CFD and wind tunnel testing, creating a beautiful marriage of form and function that only Italian engineers could conceive.
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| Vespa Primavera 80th Anniversary edition in Verde Pastello color |
On the scooter front, Vespa's 80th-anniversary celebration delivered pure magic with the completely redesigned Primavera and Sprint S models featuring revolutionary five-spoke 12-inch wheels, enhanced ergonomics, and significantly upgraded braking systems with rear discs and front ABS for unprecedented safety and control. The anniversary edition models, available on the Primavera and GTS, showcase a breathtaking soft Verde Pastello finish with coordinating pastel accents on mirrors, wheels, and body trims that pay homage to Vespa's rich heritage while looking firmly toward the future. Complementing these stunning reveals, Moto Guzzi unveiled captivating new color schemes for their V7 and V85 lineups and the Beverly 25th Anniversary Edition made its spectacular debut, collectively demonstrating that the Piaggio Group's commitment to excellence, innovation, and passion remains as powerful as ever as they continue to shape the future of mobility on two wheels.
Source: Piaggio Group Official EICMA 2025 Press Conference & Technical Specifications