The U.S. may let riders jump headfirst into any two-wheeled beast they fancy, but Europe’s tiered licensing system ensures rookies start small—literally. And Aprilia is here to answer with the Aprilia RS 125 and Tuono 125 sportbikes.
At 17, budding bikers can only saddle up a 125cc machine, a rule designed to teach fundamentals before tackling high-powered monsters. It’s a smart setup that spares many from early spills or worse. So, these new bikes from Aprilia are perfect.
The Aprilia RS 125 and Tuono 125 Redefine What Beginner Bikes Can Be
Enter Aprilia’s updated RS 125 and Tuono 125, the crown jewels of the A1 category. These pint-sized sportbikes flaunt race-bred pedigree with more than just sleek looks. Their 125cc liquid-cooled, fuel-injected thumper churns out the max 15 horsepower allowed, paired with an aluminum frame and, on the RS, an aluminum swingarm.
Suspension? Inverted forks and a preload-adjustable monoshock. Electronics? Think dual-channel ABS, switchable traction control, an optional quick-shifter, and a snazzy TFT display with Bluetooth.
Sure, these specs might seem overkill for starter bikes, but Aprilia could be onto something. In a world where nimbleness trumps brute force for city commutes and tight twisties, these 125s shine as more than stepping stones. Seasoned riders, would you trade displacement for finesse and tech-savvy flair? Aprilia’s little rockets just might make you reconsider what a “beginner bike” can be.
Source: RideApart
