Aprilia RS 457 revealed - A 400cc race sports bike

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Aprilia has launched its latest superbike, the RS 457, in India.

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It also comes with a full LED front headlamp and a 5-inch TFT color instrument cluster.

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The RS 457 is powered by a state-of-the-art liquid-cooled parallel twin-cylinder engine that produces 48 horsepower.

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It also has a remarkable power-to-weight ratio of 159 kg (175 kg when wet).

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The bike's aluminum frame, suspension system, and braking capabilities are all inspired by decades of racing triumphs.

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