Video exclusive: Eugene Laverty gets first ride on Aprilia RSV4

Eugene Laverty got his first ride on the factory Aprilia RSV4 he will campaign in the 2012 World Superbike Championship at Portimao this morning.

The 25-year-old completed an out lap before returning to the pits for adjustments to the gear lever and quickshifter to improve feeling on down shifts.

Laverty will continue testing throughout the day at the Portugese circuit.