New Delhi, February 10, 2026
**Aprilia India has officially launched the 2026 Aprilia RS 457 in the Indian market, refreshing its popular middleweight sport motorcycle with new color options and a new top-end GP Replica variant. While the bike’s mechanical setup remains unchanged, the latest update focuses on enhancing visual appeal and feature value.
The new colors were previously showcased at IBW 2025, and interestingly, Aprilia has priced the new and existing color options at the same level, except for the GP Replica variant.
💰 2026 Aprilia RS 457 Price in India
Ex-showroom price: Around ₹4.25 lakh
GP Replica variant: Slightly more expensive than standard color options
The pricing strategy keeps the RS 457 competitive in the premium middleweight sportbike segment.
🎨 New Color Options Introduced
Aprilia has added three new color schemes for 2026:
Coral Snake
Blue Arsenic
Yellow GP Replica
Alongside these, the existing colors continue on sale:
Prismatic Dark
Opalescent Light
Racing Stripes
⭐ What’s Special About the GP Replica Variant?
The newly introduced GP Replica variant sits at the top of the RS 457 lineup and offers added equipment over the standard model:
Adjustable brake levers
Bi-directional quickshifter (standard)
Racing-inspired RS-GP graphics
More aggressive and premium visual identity
This variant is aimed at riders seeking a more track-focused feel straight from the factory.
🎨 Design Details of the New Colors
Arsenic Yellow: Dark base with subtle yellow accents for a clean, sporty look
Snake Blue: Bright blue body with red graphics, inspired by the RS 660 Blue Marlin theme, paired with red-finished wheels
GP Replica: Race-livery graphics inspired by Aprilia’s RS-GP MotoGP bike
⚙️ Engine and Performance: No Mechanical Changes
Aprilia has retained the same mechanical package for 2026:
457cc liquid-cooled parallel-twin engine
270-degree firing order
47 PS power output
43.5 Nm torque
6-speed gearbox
The quickshifter remains optional on standard variants and is available as a genuine accessory, while it comes standard on the GP Replica.
🖥️ Electronics and Features
The RS 457 continues with a strong electronics package:
Ride-by-wire throttle
Three riding modes
Three-level traction control
5-inch TFT instrument cluster
Bluetooth connectivity support
🏍️ Focus on Style and Feature Appeal
With the 2026 update, Aprilia has clearly prioritized styling upgrades and premium features over mechanical changes. The addition of fresh colors and the GP Replica variant enhances the RS 457’s appeal, making it an even stronger contender in India’s middleweight sport bike segment.
