Positioned in Aprilia's sport motorcycle lineup, the 2012 Aprilia RS4 125 relies on a 124.8 cc (7.6 cu in) liquid-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke powerplant. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 14.8 HP (10.8 kW) at 10,500 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 118.6 HP per liter, the engine character is reflecting a performance-oriented street tune that balances strong mid-range pull with an energetic top-end rush.
On the scales, the RS4 125 measures 145 kg (320 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.1 HP/kg (9.8 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 820 mm (32.3 in) seat height — resulting in a taller command-style riding posture suited to medium-to-tall inseams, combined with a 1,350 mm (53.1 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry. The 14.5-liter (3.8 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Aprilia archive, this model family spans 8 indexed model years from 2011 to 2018, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
118.6 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.1 HP/kg (9.8 kg/HP)
Standover Height
820 mm (32.3 in)
Engine
Displacement124.8 ccm (7.62 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Engine DetailsSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Power14.8 HP (10.8 kW)) @ 10500 RPM
Compression12.5:1
Bore x Stroke58.0 x 47.0 mm (2.3 x 1.9 inches)
Valves/Cylinder4
Fuel SystemInjection
IgnitionCDI
LubricationAutomatic mixing
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
ClutchMulti-plate in oil bath.
DrivelinePrimary drive: Gearbox: 63/19 (3.31). Final drive: Chain: 17/40 (2.35).
Chassis
Frame TypeAluminium perimeter frame
Front SuspensionUpside down hydraulic fork, 40 mm.
Front Travel110 mm (4.3 inches)
Rear SuspensionSwingarm. Hydraulic monoshock with adjustable spring preload.
Rear Travel130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheelbase1350 mm (53.1 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre110/80-R17
Rear Tyre130/70-R17
Front BrakesSingle disc
Front Brake Ø300 mm (11.8 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Rear Brake Ø220 mm (8.7 inches)
WheelsLight alloy with 6 split spokes
Dimensions & Weight
Weight incl.145.0 kg (319.7 pounds)
Seat Height820 mm (32.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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Brakes
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Transmission
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