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Aprilia RS 457 vs Yamaha R7

Specs side by side, plus our verdict on which one is the smarter buy for the way you ride.

The Aprilia RS 457 and Yamaha R7 are among the most cross-shopped sport bikes of 2026. The Aprilia RS 457 undercuts the Yamaha R7 by about $2,400, so value is squarely on the table. On paper the Yamaha R7 leads on power with 73 hp. Below we put them head to head on price, performance, weight and seat height, then give our verdict on which one is the smarter buy for the way you ride.

Aprilia RS 457
Our pick
8.3

Aprilia

Aprilia RS 457
Yamaha R7
8.0

Yamaha

Yamaha R7

The verdict

The Aprilia RS 457 edges it overall at 8.3/10, but the Yamaha R7 wins on most exciting, so let how you ride decide.

Best for new riders

Aprilia RS 457

A2-legal, 48 hp, forgiving to learn on.

Most exciting

Yamaha R7

73 hp and 0.39 hp/kg, the strongest here.

Best value

Aprilia RS 457

Our 8.3/10 at $6,799, the most bike per dollar.

Easiest to manage

Aprilia RS 457

175 kg with an 800 mm seat, the easiest to throw around.

Highest rated

Aprilia RS 457

Our top score in this matchup at 8.3/10.

Price & rating
Price$6,799$9,199
KickTheStand score8.3 / 108 / 10
Performance
Engine457cc twin689cc twin
Power48 hp73 hp
Torque43.5 Nm67 Nm
Power-to-weight0.27 hp/kg0.39 hp/kg
Chassis & brakes
Front suspension41mm USD fork41mm KYB USD fork
Rear suspensionMonoshockMonoshock
Front brakesSingle 320mm disc, ByBre radial 4-pistonDual 298mm discs, radial 4-piston
Rear brakesSingle 220mm discSingle 245mm disc
Dimensions & practicality
Weight175 kg188 kg
Seat height800 mm835 mm
Fuel capacity13 L13 L
Suitability
ClassSportSport
A2 licenceYesYes
Good for beginnersYesNo
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Aprilia RS 457 vs Yamaha R7: your questions answered

Which is faster, the Aprilia RS 457 or the Yamaha R7?

The Yamaha R7 makes the most power at 73 hp and 67 Nm, giving it the edge on outright performance.

Which is cheaper, the Aprilia RS 457 or the Yamaha R7?

The Aprilia RS 457 is the most affordable here with an MSRP around $6,799.

Which is lighter, the Aprilia RS 457 or the Yamaha R7?

The Aprilia RS 457 is the lightest at 175 kg, which makes it the easiest to manage at low speed and in the bends.

Which is better for a beginner, the Aprilia RS 457 or the Yamaha R7?

For a new rider we'd point to the Aprilia RS 457: A2-legal, 48 hp and 175 kg make it the most approachable of the group.

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