Aprilia RSV Mille R - Foam Replacement

[@marioturkalj1239]

I ride my Mille without that foam,if purpose of that foam is to reduce engine noise.....I am ok without it.Think that engine heat is no problem for fairings.

[@CharltonsClassics]

I assumed it was to stop the panels vibrating against the engine etc. Never tried it without the foam but I’m sure it’s fine either way 👍🏼

[@CrosisQ96]

If you want heat protection for your fairings, use heat resistant foil / shield instead (gold or silver).

[@CharltonsClassics]

Thanks for the advice there. This was more about replacing the original foam (which I had assumed to be heat proof as it touches the engine).
Haven’t personally noticed an issue with heat on this bike from a rider perspective, although having the pipe at the side as opposed to under the seat probably helps that 🤔

[@FrancisDePaiva]

I was told it was for noise reduction not heat .

[@FrancisDePaiva]

I was told it was for noise reduction not for heat

[@CharltonsClassics]

Yeah that’s possibly the case. I may need to amend the title. It was about replacing the foam (which I had assumed to be heat proof as it rests against the engine…) 😊

[@FrancisDePaiva]

I was told it was for noise reduction not for heat

[@CharltonsClassics]

@@FrancisDePaiva ahh that’s a good point. I’m assuming it’s still heat proof though as it sits against the engine 🤔. Either way it definitely needed changing 😂