After the Portimao tests, Aprilia race technicians are trying to find ways of improving the RSV4’s aerodynamics performance and rider comfort, particularly on the straights, so they had their rider Shinya Nakano spend a day in the wind tunnel at the Department of Industrial Engineering at the University of Perugia, Italy.

“It was a positive and interesting experience” declared Nakano, “and I was impressed by the technicians and the structure of the University of Perugia. We did several tests for my riding position, making some small changes to improve the aerodynamics as much as possible.

“From the data we obtained today the engineers will now work to try and make some modifications throughout the season. I have to say that from an aerodynamic point of view the RSV4 is already really good and it does not need any immediate modifications.

“I really enjoyed today, now I can’t wait to get back on the bike, this time on the track in the next test at Phillip Island on February 16.”

Max Biaggi will get his day in the wind tunnel in order to make adjustments to his set-up on February 10th.

Source | mcn

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