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Aprilia has rolled out a new fairing at the Valencia MotoGP test.
A new fairing was introduced on the Aprilia RS-GP during the Valencia MotoGP test, marking the start of the 2026 season.
Aprilia had tested multiple new fairings at the post-race test in Barcelona at the end of the 2024 season, eventually choosing one with small downwash ducts in the bottom section for the entire 2025 season.
In the latest aerodynamic updates, the front wing is now supported on hangers below the air intake and features a revised shape, while the side fairings incorporate larger downwash ducts reminiscent of Ducati’s design.
The rear wing of the bike is a new addition, with similarities to the rear wings seen in Formula One from 2009 to 2016, particularly in the square endplates.
Despite the changes, the top surface of the bulbous section and the positioning of the side wing indicate a slight adjustment in the bend angle of the front wing.
Aprilia’s aerodynamic evolution shows a departure from previous seasons, with innovative designs and influences from different areas of motorsport.
