Aprilia Riders

[jinhanz]

ryan mito and aprilia is two different thingy. mito is under cagiva. aprilia rs 125 have 3 model the earlier extrema, replica and y2k and the 06 which is not out yet. if you asking why spend more money on aprilia i would take it that you are buying first hand? most 2nd hand are relatively cheaper then sp or kawa unless its those pretty new bike. go and try sitting on different bike to see what you want. there is no particular reason why we choose aprilia. you try it, you like it so you buy it

[Divineponytailz]

Originally posted by RYANS@Feb 24 2006, 02:40 PM

nono..me still prac7 nia.. just asking abt aprilia bikes.. nowadays 2nd hand how much? and 1more Q, why it is worth spend extra $ for aprilia den SP / Kips?

 

 

aprilia 125cc gt how many model? replica n mito? i duno/. pls fill me more

ryans, good luck with your lessons. Lesson 7, that means very soon we'll have another rider joining us on the road liao!

 

Aprilia 125, as jinhanz has replied, is totally different from CAGIVA mito. It's a different manufacturer. They're both 2B sportsbikes, Italian, and wayyyyyy cool. But the similarities end there, sort of.

 

But adding on from what jinhanz said: Aprilia 125 has the extrema, replica, y2k, as well as the '03 and '05 models. The olders ones came stock with the famous milo kong exhaust pipe, the 03 and 05 are the ones with the small RS pipe.

 

Now, why is it worth to spend more $$$ on an aprilia which costs something like $12,000 brand new when you can get a Honda SP/Kawasaki KRR (KIPS) brand new at half the price?

 

Second hand you can get for ridiculously low prices nowadays. I have heard of some 1 or 2 years old rs125s going for 8-9k. The older ones seems to be going for almost free - 2-3k.

 

Anyway, you're lucky you ask this question now, and not a few months back. Haha.

 

Well, why is it worth?

 

It's not.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

But you come into the aprilia thread and ask why it is worth it. You must expect some answers.

 

I can't tell you why you should get an aprilia, or argue that it is - or not - worth your money. But i can tell you why i chose an aprilia 125, and am still on an aprilia 250 now.

 

1) It's Italian. Enough said.

 

Unless you prefer a japanese made-in-thailand. In which case you can stop reading and click here.

 

2) You don't get anything more stable at the corners.

 

And i quote:

 

"One thing about the Aprilia, it’s not as powerful on the straights. No wait, it is damn bloody knn powerful. Powerful enough to rip one of those pseudo-racer Subarus to shreds, at least. But just not as powerful when you compare to the rest of the superbikes rolling out of Japanese factories like chocolate from Willy Wonka’s.

 

But on the bends, there’s nothing quite like an Aprilia. A group of not-too-sane Aprilia riders have taken to saying you could pick a coin off the floor as you bank around a tight corner, no problem. I say i could ride with one hand, dig my nose with the other, and place a nice large piece of booger at the apex of each corner at the famous 99 bends - with my eyes closed.

 

Yes, i’m exaggerating. But you get my drift: the Aprilia is unbeatable at the corners."

 

TP Chronicles

 

3) Tyres are my only contact to the ground at 90km/h. I value my life. And because i do, i rather pay for thicker tyres that cost a bloody bomb to change every few months, than sit on 2 wheels that are not bigger than mountain bicycle tyres. The bigger tyres plus 125cc engine, according to physics laws, means that i'm slower than the SP and Kips, which have 150c engines and those small rubber things. But refer to point 2.

 

Remember: Power is nothing without control.

 

4) You can argue the parts are expensive, spoil easily, and hard to find. All not true. Look after the little darling, and she'll look after you. When you do need parts, give Spiderman a ring, he's very helpful and knowledgeable. If i had a motorbike shop, and tons of money to throw around, i would hire him as my personal mechanic or something. Haha ;p

 

5) The older group has heard this story. I once stopped my bike outside a bank and rushed inside just to deposit a cheque. When i was stepping out of the building, a little boy who looked like he was all of 6 years old was just in front of me.

 

He saw my bike. He grabbed his father's hand, and gasped: "Daddy!!! It's an aprilia!!"

 

I will always remember that sweet voice of the little boy. And the smile he put on my face that day.

 

And i will tell you most solemnly, no little kid is going to look at your bike and go: "daddy, it's a yamaha!"

 

Sidenote to Marcus! *wink* hahahahaha ;p

 

6) I sold my rs125 to a good friend for less than a quarter of the market price. Why? Because i treasure him as a brother and his life, and there was no way i was going to let him buy anything else.

 

Now, do you treasure your own life that much?

 

7) When you hear the sweet darling purr, when you straddle that beauty (well, it IS one of the most beautiful shapes in the world!), when you meet an fellow aprilian on the road, and you wave and he actually nods and smiles back, when you go down the expressway, smell the air and thank God you're alive, you think to yourself:

 

All the money i spent on this aprilia, all the hours at the workshop, IT'S WORTH IT.

 

Aprilia - It's not just fashion, it's passion.

[redridinghood]

Italian meetup 2006

 

Date: 5th march 2006 sunday

Time: 3pm

Venue: KKFC

 

Guys pls try to show yr support and make time for this.. names, nicks and numbers pls.. tks =)

 

 

APRILIAS

 

1. xiongzzz - weixiong - 96654547

2. m@+r!x - andrew - 98554161

3. taiji - cs - 81633234

4. Spiderman- Alex - 97348976 (will be riding my italian scooter!)

5. Dannis 90214262

6. PGK,MBK,DBK,Redliner.... whatever u call him.... he must come or I dont.

7.hanz 94277084

8. DNAdevil - Vincent (and galfren) 90680031 - (if my wrk place force OT i TREAT MC)

9. andytankk - 9040 9014

10. OnceEarth a k a Dax 94599385 ( hopefully i not working night shift )

11. jiaxi07 - jiaxi - 90035124 ( provided PGK,MBK,DBK,Redliner got go oso)

12. muser - Chris - 97405630

13. Alanhim - Alan Him - 96800844

16. Chic_Gal aka Chic Gal - 92981484

17. Blues* - luanne (unconfirmed)

18. myxilplix - raf (if still can't ride then driving down or vivi will kill me) ( raf's the best sweetie pie! -vivi)

19. divine^ponytailz - 94360943 (not confirmed, but hopefully can drag one or two

more 125s along)

20. quikslvr - isa - 81254579

21. Miss yellow Mito a.k.a the Aprilian Mascot (tt's why put in aprilian list)

 

DUCATI

 

1. jess1717 - Jess : 98424371 (1st Monster outing!)

2. obitrok - ron

3. Red Rocket - Damien

 

 

CAGIVA

 

1. redridinghood - vivi

2. CoRoNa - gayballs - 94363570

3. jonathan543 - jonathan - 91452560

4. wan_xtc - Wantaro - 96924681

5. Firebird - Justin - 97111566

6. Sols - Solomon Peterson Teo Seng Kwan - 96802404

7. linglila - andy -81023986

8. StingRhea - Ray - TBC (Haf to Open PitStop later)

9. speed*demon - amin - 91062571

10. Mythology - Marcus - 93876082

11. amgm125 - Enrui & gf - 98209985 (hope wun kena duty)

12.acid "mito"joker-ikaika-(not confirmed)

 

JAP BIKES

 

1. Samuel

2. Racerboy wayne

3. Benguin46 96988499

[jazzyme]

wow..

[Guest nE0]

I think its alittle intimidating, so many Aprilia and Mito riders~! All the Ducks liao.

 

Is Dillian going?

[Luciferwayne]

jazz... wad was the location u said about tonight's outing?

 

cos i think i will meeting u guys later in the night...

[MaTrIx87]

Originally posted by RYANS@Feb 24 2006, 02:40 PM

nono..me still prac7 nia.. just asking abt aprilia bikes.. nowadays 2nd hand how much? and 1more Q, why it is worth spend extra $ for aprilia den SP / Kips?

 

 

aprilia 125cc gt how many model? replica n mito? i duno/. pls fill me more

bro to be honest wif u.. aprilia i bought at 1.8k i spent 2k+ on repairs its a piece of sh*t, bigger n so bulky if u step on sand or leaves u might juz drop it n there u go money fly away again.. u get unwanted attention ppl keep starig at ur bike for no watever reason, todae on the way to my gf hse when i did a gentle turn at the last junction to her hse a kawa rider was by the side of his bike by the rd staring at me as if i did sth wrong muz be i tried to act lyk i was KUPPING a corner but didnt make it.. the only plus points abt an aprilia i can tink of is.. when u change new tyres n ppl go yada yada yada on u shd run in those tyres coz of wax n stuff on it. damn i tink my didnt haf wax.. could corner even wif a pillion on.. luciferwayne agrees too where got such thing as wax 1? =x

[jazzyme]

k ah.. 8pm yishun dam (or if anyone has a better idea pls post),

 

run off to eat punggol nasi lemak, then decide where to go but parks (eg. kent ridge, mt faber) are banned tonight. cosy bay? fisherman village? suggestions?

[jazzyme]

 

saw wayne's post in the ssdc thread.. laughing in office now my boss staring at me liao

[mike1024]

hi guys/gals,

 

help add to this 3 word story...

[wan23]

Originally posted by jazzyme@Feb 24 2006, 06:28 PM

 

saw wayne's post in the ssdc thread.. laughing in office now my boss staring at me liao

Fisherman village seems nice..Me need to carry on with my work n only b free after 10 i think..Do keep me update on sms k..Guz u should have my no n dannis also..C ya..

[mike1024]

hi guys/gals,

 

help add to this 3 word story...

[mike1024]

hi guys/gals,

 

help add to this 3 word story...

[Benguin46]

mike.. are u ok?

[Benguin46]

Originally posted by jazzyme@Feb 24 2006, 06:23 PM

k ah.. 8pm yishun dam (or if anyone has a better idea pls post),

 

run off to eat punggol nasi lemak, then decide where to go but parks (eg. kent ridge, mt faber) are banned tonight. cosy bay? fisherman village? suggestions?

might be joining u guys n maybe not.. not sure yet.. tired n aching.. haha!

[xxes123]

Originally posted by Divine^ponytailz+Feb 24 2006, 04:30 PM-->

QUOTE (Divine^ponytailz @ Feb 24 2006, 04:30 PM)

2) You don't get anything more stable at the corners.   "One thing about the Aprilia, it’s not as powerful on the straights.     [/b]   sure or not ?? aprilia not as powerful as japs on straight ...

[jazzyme]

aye seems like not many going hor? reconfirm thru sms.

 

plus new update: Those who have my number please do not pass around. I have some unknown stalker calling me up and telling me he knows where i live and what number plate my bike is.

[jazzyme]

guys who are going can call/sms kenny at 94879127

[servoprax]

Price List from Motorworld for rs250 1995-1997

----------------------------------------------------------

 

Afam Front/Rear Sprocket with DID 520VM/ERV - $250 ++ (add more for ERV chain)

http://www.indysuperbikes.com/Images2/afam/afam.jpg

 

http://www.didchain.com/xring1.gif

 

RS250 MRA Double Bubble Screen (fits models rs125 1996 models) - $140

http://www.mra-shop.de/shop/images/moto/RS125_95-98_RS250_95-97_R1.jpg

 

 

Galfer Front and Rear Brake Lines (includes installation. need to order for rs250 and rs125. allow 1 mth) - $200

http://www.cyclebrakes.com/assets/images/Clear-Brake-Lines03.jpg

 

Swage Plot Front and Rear Brake Lines (includes installation. need to order for rs250 and rs125. allow 1 mth) - $270

http://www.k-oneproject.com/swage_line/swage01.jpg

 

Galfer Wave Disc ( per piece ) - $350

Full set ( 2 front 1 rear ) - $940

http://www.performancemotorcycleparts.co.uk/images/accessories/galfer/disc_images/disc_2.jpg

 

Rear mainstand using the rear spools or axle nut ( better quality than the mass order ones ) - $130.

 

-Wacko confirmed order.

-Servo

 

 

 

Hyperpro SideMount RSC Damper ( colours available ) - $700

http://www.kneedraggers.com/html/Hyperpro/dampers/hyperpro_rsc_damper.jpg

 

Gilles ClipOns ( aka handle bars, 1 set ) - $300

http://www.oppracing.com/image.php?image=pr2301_1.jpg

 

Read Aluminum Bobbins ( no brand, 6mm ) - $25

 

This is so far the amount i got from James Motorworld. The more we buy, the better discount.

 

So anyone wana mass order the items above ? Pls go to Motorworld to view all the mentioned items. Pics dun say anything till u actually touch the products.

[kram]

Originally posted by alanhim@Feb 24 2006, 12:03 AM

bro very nice paintwork leh. Where you got it done? Thinking of spraying my bike too. Is it airbrush?

sorry, the guy who do my bike had stop donig. by way original paintwork will had a higher resale value (good point) but matt black very boring (bad point) ;p

[sjs]

guys check this out.. b4 and after

 

http://img516.imageshack.us/img516/143/dsc000130uq.th.jpg

 

http://img57.imageshack.us/img57/9301/dsc000159rp.th.jpg

[Divineponytailz]

Originally posted by xxes123@Feb 24 2006, 07:52 PM

sure or not ?? aprilia not as powerful as japs on straight ...

 

 

 

the little boy can see ur APRILIA logo under all the dirt and sand covering ur bike tat amazing

Of course. It's physics, bro.

 

Haha. And dun be a ###### unless you want help me wash bike!

[sjs]

thanks to ah_peh_lah..

 

he made the stickers for me (it was all his creativity)

he even helped me to stick them on my bike...

he passed me the stickers at night on the way back to his home after he pumped at Jb. it was almost 12am when he passed me the stickers, n it was then i told him tht i didnt knew how to stick them and askd for his help..

he spend more than 1 and a half hours helping me to paste them..

i wonder whether he went for work the next day..

 

sorry ap_peh_lah for the trouble caused by me and UPS for the fine job on my aprilia 125! i wish this post of mine will help to boost ur part-time business..

 

 

 

 

[StingRhea]

got a single seater for sale...

 

http://www.singaporebikes.com/forum/index....0entry2733505

[StingRhea]

Originally posted by kram@Feb 25 2006, 12:30 AM

sorry, the guy who do my bike had stop donig. by way original paintwork will had a higher resale value (good point) but matt black very boring (bad point) ;p

i know him personally. his skills are :thumb: u can find him in the forum though..