LighTech Carbon Swingarm Covers Aprilia RSV4 / Factory / R (2009–2014) CARA3060 Glossy

Autoclave-manufactured from genuine carbon fibre, the LighTech CARA3060 swingarm covers deliver a level of structural integrity and surface refinement that sets them apart from aftermarket alternatives. Supplied as a matched left-and-right pair, they are precision-moulded to OEM mounting points on the Aprilia RSV4, RSV4 Factory and RSV4 R — making them equally at home on a track-day weapon or a road machine that demands the highest finish quality.

Key Features

• Genuine carbon fibre construction — not a carbon-look laminate — for a meaningful reduction in unsprung weight over the stock swingarm covers.
• Autoclave production process cures the resin under elevated pressure and temperature, producing a void-free, high-density laminate with superior rigidity and long-term durability.
• Gloss clear-coat finish enhances the natural weave pattern and complements the RSV4's aggressive bodywork without looking out of place on a road-registered machine.
• Precision fitment: each cover is moulded to match factory mounting geometry, so installation is straightforward and requires no modification.
• Supplied as a complete pair (left and right), ensuring a symmetrical, factory-coherent appearance.
• Suitable for both road and track use — the carbon laminate resists heat, vibration and stone chips that degrade standard plastic covers.

Build Quality and Materials

LighTech built its reputation on autoclave carbon production, and the CARA3060 exemplifies that approach. Every layer of woven carbon cloth is laid up by hand, then cured in a controlled autoclave environment that eliminates air inclusions and ensures consistent resin distribution throughout the part. The result is a cover that is structurally stiffer, dimensionally more stable, and noticeably lighter than the OEM equivalent.

The gloss topcoat is applied with the same attention to detail as the laminate beneath it. The finish is hard-wearing and resistant to petrol splash and chain lubricant, but it should be cleaned only with neutral, pH-balanced products to preserve the high-gloss clarity of the surface over time. Avoid solvent-based cleaners or abrasive cloths that can dull the resin coat.

Road and Track Use

On the RSV4 the swingarm is a highly visible structural component, and covering it with a properly made carbon part rather than a generic fairing piece sends a clear message about build standards. For track use, the weight saving — however modest in isolation — contributes to a reduction in rotating and reciprocating mass, and the improved rigidity of the cover means it will not flex or crack under the lateral loads that can stress plastic parts during hard acceleration out of slow corners. On the road the gloss carbon finish ages gracefully and continues to look purposeful long after painted plastic equivalents have faded or chipped.

Fitment and Compatibility

• Aprilia RSV4 (2009–2014)
• Aprilia RSV4 Factory (2009–2014)
• Aprilia RSV4 R (2009–2014)

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