Ashorne, Warwick UK — Iconic Auctioneers will offer an important modern MotoGP machine at its Iconic Motorcycle Sale at RaceRetro on February 22, with a 2020factory Aprilia RS-GP 20 race bike consigned directly from Aleix Espargaro. Raced by Espargaro during the 2020 MotoGP season, the factory1,000cc Aprilia comes straight from the rider’s own collection and will be offered with an estimate of £300,000 to £400,000 ($404.000 to $540,000 USD, per currency conversion site XE.com) reinforcing Iconic Auctioneers’ reputation as purveyors of excellence across the motorcycle market.

The2020 season marked a significant point for Aprilia, which introduced a comprehensively revised RS-GP. The new machine featured a double rail alloy frame, V90 engine, revised aerodynamics and a seamless transmission. Campaigned by Aleix Espargaro and Bradley Smith, results were mixed in a disrupted season, with Espargaro finishing 17th overall and securing an eighth-place finish at the final round in Portugal. Smith finished 21st overall, with his best result, a 12th place in Andalucía, before being replaced for the final three rounds.

This particular RS-GP 20 has belonged to Aleix Espargaro since 2022, having come directly from Aprilia, and has since formed part of his private collection. It is presented in original condition and fitted with its factory Marelli ignition system, Akrapovic exhaust system, bespoke Ohlins suspension, Brembo calipers with carbon front discs and full carbon fiber bodywork.

While the bike has not been used for some time, it is running and would require assistance from Aprilia before being returned to the track. The sale includes a set of Aleix Espargaro’s leathers, helmet, boots and gloves from the 2020 season, along with some Aprilia paperwork and delivery notes, adding further weight to its provenance.

For collectors of top-level Grand Prix machinery, it represents a rare chance to acquire a factory-entered Aprilia MotoGP bike with direct rider ownership. Mark Bryan, Motorcycle Manager at Iconic Auctioneers, said: ““Having a MotoGP racebike offered directly by Aleix Espargaro is hugely significant and marks the first time we have presented a motorcycle of this level consigned straight from the rider. This Aprilia RS-GP 20 is a genuine factory machine with clear history and provenance, and exactly the caliber of motorcycle our buyers expect to see at Race Retro.” Bidding will take place on Sunday 22 February, both in person at Race Retro and online. Prospective bidders are encouraged to register to bid in advance.

ABOUTICONIC AUCTIONEERS:

Iconic Auctioneers was founded in 2011 (originally as Silverstone Auctions) and rebranded in August 2023. As a world-class, specialist auction house, it handles the sale of classic, competition and modern supercars, plus an extensive range of collectors’ vehicles, historic motorcycles and automobilia. Among the UK’s leading auction houses, Iconic Auctioneers holds exclusive automotive auction rights at high-profile events including The NEC Classic Motor Show, The BRDC Classic, Supercar Fest, Race Retro and The Practical Classics Classic Car and Restoration Show at the NEC.

It also oversees private sales and monthly timed online auctions. Dedicated to sourcing exceptional vehicles and connecting them with the right buyers worldwide, Iconic Auctioneers secured 29 world records and four UK records in2025. In October 2024, the company acquired Classic Car Auctions Ltd (CCA),which now operates under the Iconic Auctioneers umbrella to manage both Iconic Sales and Classic Sales. Confirmed as the UK market leader for collectable cars by sales in 2025, Iconic Auctioneers has now held more than 150 auctions, sold over 12,000 cars and motorcycles, and achieved £34.9 million in car sales during 2025 alone, contributing to more than £400 million in total sales since its founding. Withclients in more than 30 countries, the business continues to expand its international profile.