1987 Aprilia RX 250

1987 Aprilia RX 250 sits in the middle of Aprilia's off-road range, a serious motocross machine built for riders who wanted real competition capability without stepping up to the brand's top-tier racers. This is a two-stroke dirt bike meant to be thrashed, not admired in a showroom. The power delivery is peaky and demands commitment, rewarding riders who know how to keep a 250cc single on the boil through a moto rather than lugging it around. Ownership means regular top-end attention, careful jetting, and an appreciation for a chassis that wants to be ridden aggressively over rough terrain rather than cruised. The 1987 model carried over without significant mechanical changes from the prior year — buyers comparing it to a 1986 example should focus on mileage, service history, and condition rather than spec differences. Today the 1987 Aprilia RX 250 appeals mainly to vintage motocross riders and Italian bike collectors who enjoy running something off the beaten path at classic races, rather than investors chasing appreciation. It's a bike for someone who wants a usable, rideable piece of 1980s Italian off-road history, not a trophy to park in a living room.