Aprilia will retain Lorenzo Savadori as a MotoGP test rider through the end of 2028. The renewed agreement spans the first two years of the 850cc regulations, keeping the experienced Italian directly involved as the manufacturer prepares for MotoGP’s next technical era.

From the RSV4 to RS-GP development

Savadori’s relationship with Aprilia began more than a decade ago, when he raced an RSV4 in European Superstock. He then competed for Aprilia in WorldSBK in 2017 and 2018, when SMR managed the RSV4 programme. He has been part of Aprilia’s MotoGP project since 2019.

Savadori raced for Aprilia full-time from the end of 2020 until the middle of 2021. He had previously served as a test rider and returned to that role after his racing assignment, continuing to contribute to the RS-GP’s development. He has also been involved in preparing Aprilia’s motorcycle for the new technical era from the earliest track-testing stages.

Savadori said he remains deeply attached to Aprilia Racing and proud of what the team has achieved, highlighting the effort and commitment of its members. Aprilia Racing CEO Massimo Rivola said riders who place the company’s well-being ahead of their personal ambition are rare, and identified Savadori as one of them. The renewal therefore preserves Aprilia’s long-standing test-riding experience with the RS-GP as the new period begins.