Piaggio, the parent company of Aprilia, has filed a new trademark for a limited edition Aprilia X model, which will be the fifth in the series. The upcoming bike, expected to be called the X GP, is likely to be an extreme version of the RSV4, building on the technology and expertise gained from Aprilia’s MotoGP racing project. The X GP will follow in the footsteps of previous limited edition X models, including the RSV4 X, Tuono V4 X, and RSV4 XTrenta, which have all been highly exclusive and sought-after by motorcycle enthusiasts.
The first Aprilia X model, the RSV4 X, was introduced in 2019 to celebrate 10 years of the RSV4 superbike. It featured a carbon fiber fairing and high-performance Brembo brake calipers. Subsequent X models have also been based on the RSV4 and Tuono platforms, with a focus on track-only performance and advanced technology. The latest X GP model is expected to take this to the next level, with rumors suggesting it will be closer than ever to the prototype bikes raced in MotoGP.
While details of the X GP are still scarce, it’s believed to be the fourth model based on the RSV4 platform. However, there’s still a possibility that it could be based on the Tuono platform instead. Aprilia’s parent company Piaggio has filed trademark applications with both the European Union and UK intellectual property offices, indicating that the bike is likely to be released in the near future.
The previous limited edition X model, the RSV4 X ex3ma, sold all 30 units in just 76 days, demonstrating the high demand for these exclusive bikes. With the X GP expected to be the most extreme variant yet, it’s likely to generate significant interest among motorcycle enthusiasts and collectors. As with previous X models, the X GP will likely feature advanced technology and high-performance components, making it a highly desirable bike for those who can get their hands on one.