In 1992, Alessandro Gramigni captured Aprilia’s first-ever 125cc Grand Prix world championship. That maiden championship merely lit the fuse for the brand's ensuing explosion in the 125cc and 250cc GP classes. In 20 years, the manufacturer seized 19 riders' championships and 19 constructor crowns.
MotoGP greats like Max Biaggi, Loris Capirossi, and Valentino Rossi all cut their GP teeth on Noale machinery, paving their way to the premier class aboard 125cc and 250cc Aprilias. The brand proved its heavyweight might in the Superbike World Championship (WSBK) as well when it topped the series in 2010 with Max Biaggi. Mad Max claimed another WSBK for Aprilia in 2012, and Sylvain Guintoli added one more trophy to the collection in 2014.
