The Aprilia RS457 is a Game Changer. Seriously.

[@MrRianArnold]

I have the RS 457 on order. I feel like a child counting down the days to christmas, and i haven't felt like this in 30 years.

[@sousasemze8088]

Congrats on your achievement

[@rodrigovaccari7547]

I have my RS660, and I can tell you I don't see myself ever getting rid of it. Plus, everywhere you go you get eyes on the bike.

[@unscripted3209]

Which color do you have? I got mine in gold yesterday

[@samuelmay7716]

Did you start on a RS660??

[@unscripted3209]

@@samuelmay7716 I for my part did (only rode some 125ccs at the age of 10-13 if that counts)

[@averyscott284]

Dream bike fr

[@rodrigovaccari7547]

@@samuelmay7716 no, nor do I recommend it. I rode for a year first on a cbr500r. It still feels like too much power to handle sometimes. Youll also drop your first bike. You dont want to do that with the RS.

[@greattwigo-sama147]

I think the largest thing with this bike is that it's like an industry acknowledgment that "low power" does not mean only for beginners. This is a bike made for advanced riders that are past the need to go infinitely fast. It's comfortable to live with and has enough power in every scenario.

[@davidbrayshaw3529]

The "low power"="beginner" mindset is really an American thing. Cost, operating costs, licensing restrictions and a variety of use cases have given us all shapes and sizes of bikes around the globe over the last hundred years before anyone coined the term "beginner bike". And for most of that time, anything that boasted the power that these things do, was considered a pretty quick bike. At the end of the day, the Aprilia's light weight, decent chassis and componentry even when combined with its modest 47bhp make this a quick bike. 0-60 in 5 seconds and a top speed of around 120mph... that doesn't spell "beginner" to me, that spells "work your way up to the potential or wrap yourself around a tree".

[@greattwigo-sama147]

@@davidbrayshaw3529 yeah, I'm American and see that American mindset a lot. people almost always want to "work up to" a powerful bike. otherwise, they just start way past where they should for the sake of going as fast as possible NOW. it's a mindset that often ends up holding them back from actually learning how to ride very well, and ironically makes them slower on track in the end. bike manufacturers definitely do take the American mindset into account, as a lot of the lower power bikes are super cheap and low end in terms of suspension, tech, tires, etc. my main praise here is that the Aprilia is a high quality "premium" bike that is affordable and has all the power 99% of people ever actually use in their city lives. 0-60 in 5 seconds is fast enough that you can rarely actually even use all the speed in cities, so I absolutely agree. 150HP in a city? asking for a major accident on your first slip up while offering no time savings at all. both can go well beyond the speed limit anyways.

[@eriklambert3809]

The 660 is definitely a step up at more than twice the hp. My first was a FZR400. Went to a hawk 650 then a CBR 600F2 in the early 90s

[@jphoner]

Ride one of those and you’ll be trading up to a RS660 in no time!

[@sleeper.simulant7327]

Not necessarily. For a 2nd bike used solely for canyon/mountain road riding I’d rather have this I think…

[@cliffordbosworth5378]

Ya point of the bike is for a first bike. That's the point it is a stepping stone bike

[@glorious.warrior]

No sir, this is an Italian. They break like you wouldn’t believe.

[@kinetymou]

@@glorious.warrior ​⁠​⁠ As an RS660 owner I can safely say that is an in incorrect statement. At least this applies to new Aprilias from my experience.

[@sleeper.simulant7327]

@@CawKee I agree. Even with my Z900 when we hit the mountains I find myself yearning for a smaller cc, lighter bike…

[@michaelarvay8353]

I understand what you mean. I chose between Aprilia RS457 Kawasaki 500 and KTM RC 390. even though I ride big bikes, I wanted a smaller one. I tried both RS457 and RC 390. I decided on Kawasaki. is lighter. is more powerful. looks great. can drive fast or economical. super comfortable, I did 600km on it in a day. great for traveling, consumption 3.1 liters when touring. Aprilia RS service every 6,000 Kawasaki service every 10,000. Kawasaki engine and a company that produces motorcycles that do not break down. with normal service, they work forever. Aprilia is an Italian machine. I am a technician and I repair Italian machines. I have friends who drive Aprilia, frequent repairs and breakdowns on a daily basis. I live a few km from Italy. Talain motorcycles and cars break down the most. I like to ride sporty on the knee. Kawasaki rides beautifully on the knee. I don't know why I should change the chassis or the springs when it works perfectly with the Kawasaki. an aluminum frame does not guarantee you a better motorcycle.

[@jamesgeorgevellavella1961]

Reason why I bought ninja 500 vs Aprilia 457 was reliability. I'll change my mind when we start seeing bikes with 50000miles or more. Thats why Honda and Kawasaki are so popular in my opinion. Look how many high km bikes ate still around vs Aprilia. Time will tell

[@shibatatsuya1902]

This bike costs 5k in india after taxes btw while ninja 400 costs more than 6k . what an amazing deal

[@Motoplugg]

It’s made in India. That makes complete sense, you’re not paying for the dealer to ship them to another country.

[@nonyabusiness4151]

@@Motoplugg Too bad if you go to Italy, the government will still charge you double in import costs.

[@dieterich6533]

It’s a great 👍 deal no contest

[@Next2Null]

@@shibatatsuya1902 This bike would be an absolute no brainer if it was this price world wide. Y'all are so lucky.

[@spyker3040]

@@Next2Null not if you make 800 a month

[@Jrstrdr]

It's exciting to see more offerings like this because, I would hope, the more people that get into motorcycling the more manufacturers are able to continue R&D and make updates to all of their models. Nicely done, Aprilia.

[@brokensmilephoto]

Reliability is still a big factor for new bike owners. That's why Honda and Kawasaki still sell so well. New riders don't want to loose riding time to repairs, or spend extra money at dealers getting things done they can't do them selves. So hop on a brand new honda/kawi/suzuki and get at least one season of problem free riding only having to lube the chain and change the oil. Aprilia makes a great looking bike, but they aren't known for reliability. Which will keep a lot of new owners away. Not to mention a lot of people have zero issues buying a china bike because although it may be almost as good as others, it's cheap enough they can buy it outright or make minimal payments on it. When I bought my first bike (ninja 400) my thoughts exactly were "I could buy a used 600 for the same price, but I really don't want someone elses problems, hacked fixes, or have to replace things with in the first year of owning it."

[@jamesgeorgevellavella1961]

You are absolutely correct and was reasoning behind my ninja purchases vs 457. I'm in a good financial position and cost was never a concern but reliability was always top of my list alongside low maintenance (that's why I don't have a Honda 450rl in garage after getting sick of doing valve check adjustment on 250r years ago)

[@jamesgeorgevellavella1961]

I've also bought Chinese (Benelli) but not one has ran good after 30000kms and even though $$ wise I lost nothing it's a headache when bike is playing up and having to go back to dealer and same issues when returned to (I believe valves weren't getting done on service by dealership but I sold bike before knowing 110%)

[@garry7901]

Don't get too excited it's an Aprilla, it will soon break down.

[@nzajflynn]

I plan on keeping my rs457. Finally arrived today, went and gave her a Rev in the shop, paid my money. Getting some axle sliders and Bluetooth put in then the dude at the store is gonna drop it to my house next week. It's much more impressive in person than pictures or video do justice. It's a chunky boy. Feels very premium. Just hope I don't drop it.. So pretty.

[@KubiPower]

As a beginner driver I bought a new CBR 650 R and its very heavy for a beginner. In 2 months I had driven 4080 KMs and I get now familiar with the bike. But its heavy and you need more skills for drive slow or very twisty roads (you dont have that as a beginner). It would be make more sense to buy a beginner bike which is lighter in the weight. I drove a r6 from year 2010 for 255 KM and it was lighter and twisty roads was very easy. At that moment i realised my cbr is very heavy. The key is experience go and drive guys!

[@JoaquimGonsalves]

I'm so happy that this bike is made in India! KTM has done it for a while but having only lived with the Gen 1 390, I never felt like it was a well rounded package in terms of parts quality. Back when I began riding more than 20 years ago, I never dreamt that an Aprilia Made in India for the world would be so good! Of course too early to talk about parts quality and service but still what a Triumph. (pun intended)

[@thebloo12]

Funny how thid motorcycle is much cheaper than the ninja 500 in India

[@RevusX]

Probably because it is manufactured in India.

[@SurajSinghTomarArya]

@@RevusX That's exactly the case.

[@sudiptochaudhury2107]

Greetings from India Bought myself an RS 457, white colour Loving it so far, fits my 6-foot-2-inch frame perfectly 😀

[@not-fishing4730]

I started on a Honda CB400F that I Cafe'd out. Now I'm in my 7th decade and am seriously looking to replace my 1L+ Moto Guzzi's with something under 400 lbs wet. I'll be waiting for a Tuono 457 and see if I can fit it.

[@AmericusCuevas]

so far ive had my 457 for about 2 months with about 1.5 k miles, love every min of it with no issues YET haha, i came from an r1>cbrf4i>fz07 to now the 457 and so far its a damn good bike, only complaint i have is for some odd reason i feel like the riding position is a bit agressive as hell but it could be just me (im 5'8). Oh one other thing is the price, at 8k, imo its a bit much but its the premium since its an Aprilia but with the cfmoto 675 coming soon starting at 8k w/ stuff youd see on a 1 liter....trading the 457 is tempting 😂

[@entername3840]

I had ridden it and it's an amazing machine the only issue I had with it is the aggressive riding position of the bike

[@Adithyan7274]

I believe the RE Twins also pack a 270⁰ crank.

[@mojouk8935]

This bike would be perfect on UK roads for its size

[@eriklambert3809]

Yes! I have visited twice and talking to people, it is hard to use a 1k on the roads. I did have fun on a 600 there 15 yrs ago😂. But our roads are bigger and we have more room to stretch the legs of some big bikes.

[@jen350-1]

It’s so much fun to ride especially in twisty roads. Wouldn’t trade mine for anything else in it’s class

[@hasantanvirshahriar5882]

6:23 ; meanwhile me dreaming of going 13bhp bajaj discover to 200bhp Yamaha R1😅😅

[@jacobmaccharles7468]

I got a ‘21 ninja 650 in June as my first bike. Just bought an ‘05 zx-10r and I’ll never look back lmao

[@vladimircheezdogksi5546]

Got my entry locked in. It’s in fate’s hands now.

[@ghostface420fication]

Only just got enough money to become a member. Much love yammie you are one of the reasons I'm going to be taking the msf and finally getting out on 2 wheels at 30 years young. Put in a few of my monthly entries cuz I figured why not. At least if I don't win this one I still have more chances. Keep pumping out the amazing content and hope you stay blessed and nothing less.

[@afridnishad6617]

Your comment is levels of sad

[@MotoGosu]

That was a sweet ride up the hill Yams!

[@AdonnysPichardo]

Thank goodness I found this video before it was too late hahaha. I'd been researching this bike since I first heard of it. Having found your channel earlier this year, I was wondering how long before you got your hands on one since the majority of the content out there for it is coming out of the Indian market.

[@RealHooksy]

I’ve got an idea Yammie. Why don’t you buy two of every giveaway bike but only give them away half as often. Then you could keep everyone you get. You know it makes sense mate 😎

[@andakara27]

I would bet in the next 20 or more years the Zx400 would be considered as classic with the inline4, while this aprilia and every other bike would just be another "great bike in the time being" nothing to remember of. Please yammie stop the kawa hate.

[@knifetoucher]

wake up hunny! papi yamdaddy has a new vid! ai como doi!

[@goncalopardal5547]

Well, I started riding a month ago and don't know which beginner bike to choose, I have ridden in my father keeway for the know how's of the mothercicle ever since I got my A2 license, but well my point is, I'm divided into buying the RS 457 and the Ninja 500, cuz I love the way the RS 457 looks and sounds, but also read a lot of people complaining about about the issues with the brand and parts yada yada, and well the ninja is that good o'l reliable Japanese bike (or so I heard). The problem is not the price since here in Portugal, a new RS costs 7.190€ and the Ninja 6.970, its such a low difference that makes me think if I should go for the reliable one or the one I'm most attracted to. (Just to say that imma turn into a daily bike commuter. so yeah I'm split between the two)

[@CringeAFS20]

Yammie milking the bike dry before the "sweepstakes" lol

[@mach1shobhan]

YAMMIE NOOB FINALLY GOT A 457

[@RawTechnology-oe8co]

Winning this bike tomorrow, mark my words!

[@NMart88]

This is just as good for a biginner as for a seasoned rider, the midle class is becoming that sweet spot, its fun, its cheaper to maintain, not to mention the rise on the fuel prices, all this make this class rise. I have an old bike, an SV650s from 99 and oh man for a bike that only has 70 or something HP, its so fun and i can do long trips as ive done this year and not break the bank. They know what they're doing. Thinking seriously going for this type of bike, because lets face it, its enough even for long drives if need be.

[@saitama1328]

Gonna get this badass pretty soon ❤

[@blakenewton2781]

If they only had a dealer network. I have a Shiver. I have to do most of the work myself....

[@birddogz545]

Did you lose your track pass? We want to see this bike on track? Come on Yam, track day this bike.

[@pawneetsingh6448]

Hey Yammie, can you drop a comment on RS457 vs ZX4RR handling in terms of frame/chassis? You mentioned RS is sublime in corners, what about ZX4RR?

[@Fittednocap]

We get it, it’s a giveaway bike. It’s soooo good

[@curtissmith1998]

A few grand on a "beginner bike" after a trade in on a 660 will save untold money avoiding a crash. Remember a crash is that 1/2000 percent of the time mistake.

[@durlavmandal822]

Did you notice any brake fade issue, particularly the front brake? Because in india, all of the motojournalists and customers are complaining of front brake fade issue.

[@acamparargentina]

Funny... here in Argentina beginer is under 150cc, intermediate up to 300. To be able to drive that bike we need to already have the unlimited driver's license (above 300cc, meaning at least one year of up to 300cc category) How ridiculous can we be? lol

[@specc_s1452]

I made my mind up, i'll be getting it in a year

[@airglide2]

Why do I get the feeling this video was titled like so, because nobody (or barely) is putting in to win this motorcycle? 😆 Fuck it. I put in for it, lol. Also looking forward to your Suzuki M-109 review.

[@prayanjaltomar752]

Its so surprising to see there are more supporters of Chinese cf moto than this best in class bike

[@JessicaSimonson1976]

This bike is made in India....not technically italian

[@___samu22___]

Nice video Yammie, but just one question... How much fuel does it use in Eco mode? For example, how many miles does it travel on 1 liter approximately?

[@evotech43]

I own a 750 and I want this bike

[@Scoot2Bling]

R3 -> R7 -> R9 -> R1

[@nightwolf_truckfein1066]

God knows I need this for my soul

[@seam13ss]

if i get this, i'll put 160mm and 120mm wheels fs. they look small, especially the front ones

[@Naselone]

Wouldnt recommended, the whole geometry of the bike is engineered for 110/150

[@davidbrayshaw3529]

I'm with Naselone. You'll ruin the handling with wider tyres. It increases the lean angle relative to corner speed which makes the bike both slower and more dangerous.

[@costasgeorgiou5015]

Wow in the first 23 second! I'm a yami noob.... Noob now I guess. 🤣 🤣 0:26

[@mt03experience]

Recommending a Euro bike to a new rider could scare them away from the hobby if reliability gremlins start popping up. Worse case, a newer rider may not know how to react to a failure and may be more likely to crash when something fails. With respect to Honda...aren't they killing it in the beginner scene with all their mini-bikes.

[@ivan1usa]

I am looking to buy this as a beginner bike I have 0 experience

[@vamshidharreddym9945]

Yammie could you do a vid on rs 457 vs speed 400 vs svartpilen 401

[@salsamancer]

When I want pasta I'll go with Italian. When i need a vehicle I'll stick with the Japanese 🍙

[@Cthooligan]

Is 270 crank actually better than 180, or is it an emissions requirement?

[@itzikca]

I’m riding a Honda cb125r and I desperately want more power, i think going up to this will be a bit underwhelming, what are your thoughts?

[@000apoorva1]

Luv from india, make a visit to roads in Jharkhand

[@microroastery1362]

So what’s a better beginner - this or a ninja zxrr

[@mikkel1557]

pls do track day with mad maxy

[@stepestrella]

compare it with cfmoto 450ss

[@addy2597]

Is there a issue of going to the left side?

[@deenjayz80]

How’s the tires on that bike I heard it’s an Indian brand one ??

[@jmumm422]

Would love that bike

[@entropy5125]

How does the Aprilia 457 stack up against the r7? I only ask because people say the r7 is slow. And you say the 457 is pretty peppy??? I gotta kno.....457 or r7?

[@davidbrayshaw3529]

Ride them both and see which one you like the most. "People say" lots of things on the internet, from Mum's basement, where they dream of actually one day riding a real motorcycle instead of just reading reviews and spec sheets. And reviews and spec sheets aren't worth the paper that they're written on. Only you can decide if a bike suits you or not. Nobody else can tell you. Make up your own mind, don't look to others to make it up for you.

[@akashrathi3614]

Hey bro….Is this bike pulls to the left side like every second RS457 does here in India including mine, Is it the case in other countries or we’re the only ones getting defected pieces here ??

[@hock5572]

U really grown fond of this bike huh?

[@afridnishad6617]

the fondness ends as soon as the sweepstakes--buy his merch to enter-giveaway ends

[@brandonclement]

It might blow the 450 SS out of the water but the SS will get to 60 faster 😂

[@danzusername]

Is it as reliable as the cbr500r?

[@magnushansen8127]

Upper middle class = duc v2, yam r9, mv f3, are aprilia goner join? And who else

[@aaronburela432]

Where’s the r4 Yamaha?

[@RBG0913]

still no exhaust change?

[@glorious.warrior]

Don’t hate on cfmoto?

[@hannahaddison3935]

Do I have to be 18 to enter a giveaway?

[@kk111-1]

and it costs 2 times more then competitors....

[@gatordave1000]

looking into getting a new bike. this ? or cfmoto 450 ss ? can you do a comparison? or a head to head please

[@manousospolentas]

A friend of mine recently got a CFMoto 450SS (known as the SR here) and said it's never been a dull moment riding, with no issues so far. Many people, including myself, believe that the CFMoto offers the best value for money. On the other hand, the RS457 is in a different category-it feels like an entry into the supersport class, featuring advanced frames and technology while maintaining proper sports ergonomics but nothing too committed and scary. If you're after a fun, affordable bike, the 450 is a great option (it's about AUD 4,000 cheaper where I'm from). But if you're interested in racing or want something with more long-term potential, I'd recommend going with the RS457.

[@RevusX]

Reliability is invaluable. Aprilia is an Italian brand, but this bike us manufactured in India. India probably has the 2nd best reliability in the motorcycle industry right behind Japanese manufactured motorcycles. CF Moto is still new to the scene so they don't have that much of a track record outside of their parts manufacturing for other companies in the past.

[@manousospolentas]

@@RevusX Yeah, that is an excellent point; as for my case, I haven't heard of any issues involving engine problems and running, some with brakes squeaking even after 1.5km of run-in. The CF Moto sharing KTM engines, which have had issues in bigger displacement bikes, are something to watch out for. However, there are clear symbols of cutting costs. For example, the clutch lever comes loose quite easily, is flimsy, and is made of plastic.

[@watb8689]

Aprilia is never known for reliability, more complains and they hardly entertain. The Aprilia 457 is a bike you don't want to ride on long journey, alot of riders never understood bad posture leads to older days injury, supersports are one of those. Get a sports touring like the cfmoto 450sr if you plan to ride 1 hour to maybe your long trip of 6 hours. Any bike made in india has that really cheap look, no frills cutting corners, like the Triumph, their metal rust so fast and the bike feels hollow especially on the frame. Kawasaki build the best frame

[@RevusX]

@@manousospolentas I only know one person that owns a CF Moto, he's gotta get a few things fixed with nearly 2000 miles on hid ss300

[@josiahdixon894]

I'm sick of American motorcyclists complaining about the 600cc category, completely ignoring that most other countries have tiered licensing systems that limits the size and power of bikes that we can ride on a learner licence. Manufacturers would have to make bikes specially for America which just doesn't make any sense business wise. The market is controlled by the restrictions of learner licenses (and emissions regulations) at the moment

[@pla_per]

I like bike

[@oceannatiion0534]

Pookie yam

[@mariometro1]

Omg

[@glorious.warrior]

Aprillia totally unreliable from what I hear.

[@comet7676]

I doubt a beginner is gonna go buy the most expensive beginner bike...make a video about something else already, plz.

[@Bloodwolvz]

if it’s the best one. i would

[@bernardoberner4]

Dude its the current giveaway bike, he always makes tons of videos on the current giveaway bike, cus thats his model and theres nothing wrong with it

[@nonyabusiness4151]

The 660 would have been my first bike if I had known about it.. Think I'd be dead though 😅

[@Next2Null]

​@@Bloodwolvz Yea but 8-9k for a beginner, is stupid. You're GOING to drop the bike, if not wreck it. Point is, if you're more worried about protecting your bike, than learning, you aren't going to learn anything. (Does not apply in counties where this bike is somehow cheaper than the Ninja 500, I freaking wish🤣)

[@Motoplugg]

Bro beginners buy the zx4rr. I think you’re forgetting that motorcycles are a luxury not a necessity in most countries like America.

[@smokeystarr]

Yamaha is and has been slipping for a few years now. It's unfortunate for us Yamaha fans.

[@kartosgaming9620]

give me the bike its my dram bike

[@jamielee8812]

It’s almost as if Aprilia is stuffing cash into your pocket and it’s making your content dull…. js

[@pranim1949]

God stop repeating the same shit bro it's too much

[@tttlol9707]

bald man

[@gregb8824]

Never a bad hair day!

[@anubhavhandique3483]

First view

[@treepounderbaitco.5153]

First

[@CapitalistWizard]

first

[@cjjorge6636]

still would buy a 600cc inline 4 used before i get a twin i hate the sound of that and it's slow A/F a cb 600 100hp and sounds/looks better

[@mociczyczki]

seen dyno graph at crank its very good 👌🏻 strong low midrange and topend like for 47 hp a2 it have very wide peak bascially from 7,5 to 10 k rpm flat 47hp = cant be stronger like for 47 hp peak 👌🏻with peaky peak power it be way slower 👍🏻🍿welll it have small dip between 4 to 6 k rpm but nothing reallly noticeable much nicer than in me cb 500 pc26 👌🏻 more linear 👌🏻 stronger at low to modrange rpm depsite lower dispalcement not be much though 3-4% .. topend worse cos its a2 limited but its lighter and have lower drag so in terms of max accelerstion and topspeed be close 👌🏻with better pick up from low to modrange rpm very nice setup 👌🏻it have much better elasticity on 6 gear than me cb 500 why ? cos its lighter have lower drag and shorter fonal gear ratio at last gear 100 km/h 5400 rrpm vs cb 5000-5100 rpm and it have similar or even lil more at the same rpm so at higher rpm diffrence be more = 100-140 km/h last gear should do in 6,5 sec vs cb 8 sec with position max lying down 👌🏻

[@cjjorge6636]

that bike has less then 60 hp!!!!!!

[@davidbrayshaw3529]

And weighs 159kg. The power to weight ratio isn't that much different to an old Honda CB 750, which was considered a "superbike", back in the day. No surprises that the top speed is about the same as the 750 Honda as is the 0-60 time.

[@cjjorge6636]

@@davidbrayshaw3529 i have a 2004 cb600 hornet and it's 95/100 hp and will walk that bike in every gear and is just over 400 pounds wet i like older Honda's always been good to me fun and reliable ......

[@gregb8824]

First