THE SPOTLIGHT IS ON THE BRAND-NEW APRILIA SR GT 400 - THE POWERFUL, HIGH-TECH MID-SIZED GT SCOOTER THAT’S READY FOR ADVENTURE, INSPIRED BY APRILIA'S CULTURE OF MOTORCYCLING - AND ON THE RS AND TUONO 457, DEDICATED TO THE YOUNGEST RIDERS. THE SOPHISTICATED APRILIA FACTORY FAMILY OF SPORTS BIKES ARE SET TO BE PRESENTED AT THE EVENT, WITH CAPTIVATING NEW GRAPHICS INSPIRED BY AERODYNAMIC RESEARCH. MEANWHILE, MOTO GUZZI HAS OVERHAULED THE LOOK OF THE STELVIO, V7 AND V85 MODELS, DRAWING FROM SOME OF THE THEMES THAT LIE AT THE HEART OF THE BRAND’S HISTORY, SUCH AS SPORT AND TRAVEL. THE APRILIA AND MOTO GUZZI SPACE AT THE EVENT WILL ALSO SHOWCASE THE EXPERIENCES AND TROPHIES ON THE TRACK, WITH THE PRESENTATION OF THE EXCITING PROGRAMME FOR 2026
Milan, 21 January 2026 - As is traditional, the 2026 motorcycling season is set to kick off in Verona at the famous Motor Bike Expo, scheduled to run from 23 to 25 January. Aprilia and Moto Guzzi, two Piaggio Group motorcycle brands, will feature heavily as usual, unveiling all the latest developments for the new season, from the revamped 2026 range to a host of experiences - on the track, on the road and off-road - designed with the most passionate motorcyclists in mind.
Aprilia SR GT 400, Rally Replica.
APRILIA. At Aprilia, the spotlight is on the brand-new Aprilia SR GT 400, the scooter that encapsulates all of Aprilia's motorcycling expertise. Designed to dominate both on everyday tarmac roads as well as those less travelled, the SR GT 400 is a powerful yet lightweight crossover that offers real riding pleasure and total control, thanks to its rigorously-designed chassis and electronic equipment worthy of a true sports bike. The sheer brilliance of the SR GT 400 is further ensured by a power-weight ratio that is at the top of its class: it boasts 36 hp with a kerb weight of 186 kg, delivered by its single-cylinder 4-valve, fuel-injection, liquid-cooled engine. Standard features include the 5" TFT instrument panel, keyless system, plus traction control and ABS, which can both be adjusted and deactivated.
Aprilia Tuono 457.
In Verona, fans will be able to admire the new range of Aprilia 2026 motorcycles up close, beginning with the native A2 models, dedicated to young motorcyclists: the Aprilia RS 457, also available in the GP Replica and Tuono 457 versions, is the ultimate fun bike, and now comes in the new Mantis Purple colour. The Aprilia Factory family, which consists of the most prestigious versions of the RSV4 and Tuono V4 superbikes as well as the benchmark mid-range models in the category - the RS 660 and the Tuono 660 - boast eye-catching new graphics for 2026, inspired by aerodynamic research.
Aprilia RS 457 GP Replica.
The Rally version of the Aprilia Tuareg, two-time winner of the latest editions of the gruelling Africa Eco Race, will also be presented in Verona, derived from the bike that dominates in the desert.
Left, Aprilia Tuareg Rally; right, the racing version by GCorse.
And indeed, the 2026 edition of the African rally raid is due to start during the Motor Bike Expo, with Jacopo Cerutti and the Aprilia Tuareg Racing team setting their sights on their third consecutive victory.
Multiple champion Jacopo Cerutti and Aprilia Tuareg Rally by GCorse.
Africa Eco Race 2026: https://www.africarace.com/en - https://www.facebook.com/africaecorace
2026 APRILIA NOVELTIES:
https://www.aprilia.com/en_EN/landing-page/news/
OVERVIEW 2026 APRILIA RANGE:
https://wide.piaggiogroup.com/en/articles/products/overview-of-motorcycles-and-scooters-aprilia-2026-range/index.html
MOTO GUZZI. The MBE 2026 event in Verona will also showcase the 2026 range of motorcycles created in Mandello del Lario. All of the Moto Guzzi models have been updated with new colours and graphics. The return of Rosso Monza is of particular note - a legendary colour that now adorns the V7 Sport, the latest heir to a family of motorcycles that is totally unique.
Moto Guzzi V7 Rosso Monza.
The V7 Stone makes its debut in the new Sabbia Camo colour, while the V7 Special now comes in two high-shine variants: Smeraldo and Bianco 1969.
Moto Guzzi V7 Rosso Monza.
The V85 travel enduro family also now comes in new colours: the V85 Strada, the most pared-back, urban version of the bike, is now available in the evocative Verde Legnano and Rosso Monza shades, explicit references to Moto Guzzi's sporting tradition. Meanwhile, the V85 TT, the "all-terrain" bike that embodies the original spirit of the V85, boasts graphics and colours that evoke grand, adventurous landscapes: the striking Wadi Yellow evokes the bed of a dry river in the desert, reflecting the typical yellow colour of its sand when lit up by the sun.
Moto Guzzi V85 TT.
Elegant Yanar Dag Grey echoes the colour of the natural gas that escapes from the ground, keeping a hill in Azerbaijan burning eternally. The V85 TT Travel, ready to tackle any journey even in its standard version, is available in the appealing deep Blu Zefiro colour.
Moto Guzzi Stelvio, PFF Rider Assistance Solution.
The Moto Guzzi Stelvio - the on-off road bike with a bold, exclusive character - now comes in the new Grigio Climbing and Verde Hiking shades, which call to mind the classic colours of outdoor equipment and clothing, emphasising its adventurous spirit. The Stelvio is the Moto Guzzi bike dedicated to travelling and adventure. Construction on a cutting-edge technical platform, it is the only bike in its class to offer cardan shaft drive and an electrically-adjustable windshield as standard. The performance of the brand new liquid-cooled twin-cylinder engine, the rigorously-designed chassis and the package of electronic driving systems make it one of the most high-tech adventure bikes out there, while the advanced PFF Rider Assistance Solution electronic system assists the rider at all times.
Moto Guzzi Stelvio, PFF Rider Assistance Solution.
2026 MOTO GUZZI NOVELTIES:
https://www.motoguzzi.com/en_EN/landing-page/news/
OVERVIEW 2026 MOTO GUZZI RANGE:
https://wide.piaggiogroup.com/en/articles/products/overview-moto-guzzi-2026-range/index.html
EXPERIENCES AND TROPHIES: ENJOYING EVERY ASPECT OF THE APRILIA AND MOTO GUZZI UNIVERSE. As in previous years, Aprilia and Moto Guzzi will offer motorcycle fans a vast range of experiences in 2026, from track riding to road trips and off-road trails: the brands offer a series of programmes designed to engage all participants in an atmosphere of immersive, brilliant fun. All details regarding the Aprilia Racers Days, the Tuareg Experience and the Moto Guzzi Experience 2026 will be provided at the Aprilia and Moto Guzzi stands in Hall 6, where the new season of track trophies will also be unveiled to the public on Saturday 24 January. On the one hand are the Aprilia trophies, dedicated to the RS 457 and RS 660, which are real gateways to racing for the youngest riders, while on the other is the tried-and-tested fun Moto Guzzi Fast Endurance Trophy, now in its eighth edition.
APRILIA:
https://www.aprilia.com/en_EN/
MOTO GUZZI:
https://www.motoguzzi.com/en_EN/
https://www.motorbikeexpo.it/en
