Sportbikes
1993Aprilia RS 125
29 fields on record
The 1993 Aprilia RS 125 brought race-bred styling to the learner class, with a 125cc liquid-cooled two-stroke making 34 hp and a 142 kg wet weight.
- Capacity
- 125.0 ccm
- Engine
- Single, two-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Dry weight
- 115.0 kg
- Seat height
- Not on record
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- 34.0 HP (24.8 kW) @ 11000 RPM
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How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- A pint-sized track-styled sportbike built for spirited backroad riding, carving corners, commuting, and learning proper sport riding skills.
- Built for
- A miniature superbike with real GP-inspired attitude - eager, revvy single that must be worked hard, delivering big-bike thrills at modest speeds.
- Not ideal for
- Not for those wanting outright speed, relaxed touring comfort, two-up practicality, off-road use, or a laid-back upright commuter.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Reliability & safety
Bike Reliability score, safety recalls and owner complaintsBike Reliability
How the score works →3
out of 100Poor
The 1993 Aprilia RS 125 passed its annual roadworthiness test first time 53.2% of the time, 27.4 points below expected for bikes of the same age and mileage. That beats 3% of models.
All years of this model: 6 / 100 (poor) from 38,170 tests.
53.2%Passed first time
37.3%Failed outright
9.5%Fixed during test
26,000Typical miles
201Tests
Pass rate by miles ridden
All years of this model.
Score by year first registered
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Against its rivals · ranks 2 of 6
| # | Model (all years) | Score | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suzuki DR 125 | 9 Poor | 308 |
| 2 | Aprilia RS 125 | 6 Poor | 38,170 |
| 3 | Cagiva 125 Mito | 5 Poor | 5,282 |
| 4 | Aprilia AF1 125 Sport Pro | 5 Poor | 100 |
| 5 | Yamaha TZR 125 | 4 Poor | 1,995 |
| 6 | Aprilia AF1 125 Futura | 3 Poor | 113 |
Rivals are the most-viewed bikes on MotorcycleDB in the same category and engine size, from within three years of this model.
From British annual roadworthiness tests, 2005-2025. Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0 (DVSA MOT test data, Great Britain). How Bike Reliability works.
Engine
- Capacity
- 125.0 ccm
- Power
- 34.0 HP (24.8 kW) @ 11000 RPM
- Engine type
- Single, two-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.2957 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 54.0 x 54.5 mm
- Compression
- 14.5:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Carburettor
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- Electronic
- Torque
- Not on record - add it
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
Performance
- Top speed
- 171.0 km/h (106.3 mph)
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1346 mm
- Dry weight
- 115.0 kg
- Wet weight
- 142.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 11.50 litres
- Seat height
- Not on record - add it
Chassis & suspension
- Front suspension
- Upside-down forks, Ø40mm
- Rear suspension
- Monoshock
- Front wheel travel
- 120 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 120 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single 320 mm discs, 4 piston caliper
- Front brakes diameter
- 320 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single 240 mm disc, 2 piston caliper
- Rear brakes diameter
- 240 mm
- Front tyre
- 110/70-17
- Rear tyre
- 150/60-17
Specs last verified against published sources: .
Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
What changed, year to year
Differences highlighted| Specification | 1992 | 1993 | 2001 | 2009 | 2019 | 2027 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 125 cc | 125 cc | 125 cc | 125 cc | 125 cc | 124 cc |
| Dry weight | 115 kg | 115 kg | 115 kg | 127 kg | — | — |
| Seat height | — | — | 805 mm | 805 mm | 820 mm | 820 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 11.5 L | 11.5 L | 14 L | 14 L | 14.5 L | 14.5 L |
| Bike Reliability ⓘ | Too few tests | 3 Poor | 4 Poor | 13 Poor | 32 Below average | Too new |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
Rider Reviews
Common questions
What is the engine size of the Aprilia RS 125?
The 1993 Aprilia RS 125 has a Capacity of 125.0 ccm (7.63 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Aprilia RS 125 have?
The 1993 Aprilia RS 125 has a Power of 34.0 HP (24.8 kW) @ 11000 RPM.
How many gears does the Aprilia RS 125 have?
The 1993 Aprilia RS 125 has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
How much does the Aprilia RS 125 weigh?
The 1993 Aprilia RS 125 has a Dry weight of 115.0 kg (253.5 pounds).
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