About The Rialta
Inside & Out
The Rialta, produced from 1995-2005, comes with four different floor plans. If you scroll down you will find the interior layouts and a specific links to the Winnebago website with original manufactures specs, brochures and information for each years models. Please note that due to insufficient horsepower in the 1995 and 1996 Rialta models, we only deal in 1997-2005, focusing primarily on 2002-2005 which have the larger V6 engine.
Rialta FD Optional (Twin/FDT)
Unique to the FD Optional (also known as FD Twin) is driver plus 2 passenger capacity, sleeping capacity 2, 2 single beds, one on each side in rear with small night stand between, removable pedestal dining table, storage under passenger side bed, swivel arm chair up front and wooden fold out dining table. A popular option here is to create and add your own middle section between the two beds making it one giant bed.
Click Here To View FDT Floorplan.
Rialta FD Standard (Double/FDD)
Unique to the FDD is driver plus 2 passenger capacity, sleeping capacity 2, Double sized bed in rear, (with actual Sealy mattress), plenty of storage and closet space and storage under the double bed too. The bed on this is full time which many people enjoy.
Click Here To View FDD Floorplan
Rialta HD
Unique to the HD is driver plus 6 passenger capacity, sleeping capacity 2, (2 rear bench seats easily convert to double sized bed in seconds), hideaway dinette table, larger refrigerator/ freezer combo , 3 burner stove, optional oven, microwave, swivel arm chair and wooden fold out dining table for two.
Click Here To View HD Floorplan
Rialta QD
Unique to the most popular Rialta model, the QD, is driver plus 7 passenger capacity, sleeping capacity 4, second row captain's chairs that smartly convert to a bed, rear bench seats convert to double sized bed, hideaway dinette table, refrigerator, 2 burner stove, microwave, storage under both captain's chairs as well as overhead storage front and back and the wardrobe. By far the most popular with small families.
Click Here To View QD Floorplan
Other Standard Features Of The Rialta
For 10 years now, we've been telling people they "should" run premium fuel in their Eurovans...note we've been saying "should" not "must." Why? The bottom line is fuel economy. If you run premium fuel in your Eurovan, you will get better gas mileage. I (Chris) have done experiments while on various trips, and while running the lowest grade fuel in the vehicles, I've experienced up to a 38% decrease in my MPG. Yes, you read that correctly. Eurovans have an Electronic Control Module computer that will adjust the engine to help maintain the best performance based on the quality of fuel in the tank. The use of premium is recommended for these engines to achieve top performance and fuel economy, but it is definitely not required.
About Tire Life
Surprisingly, there are no guidelines to when a tire should be replaced. The most qualified study is from the British Rubber Manufacturers Association (BRMA). They recommend unused tires should not be put into service if they are over six years old and that all tires currently on a vehicle should be replaced ten years from the date of their manufacture. This is the practice we follow.
Now, A Little Info
Here is what Winnebago says about their product...With beauty, brains, power, and a whole lot more, there's a certain pleasure in owning something that is superbly designed. Even from the outside, it differs markedly from other motor homes. The Rialta is incredibly fuel efficient and measures in at a very maneuverable 21 feet. Its sleek, aerodynamic lines and softly rounded contours please the eye, reduce drag and help quiet the interior. But don't let Rialta's size fool you. Inside, you'll find it has plenty of room for comfortable living. And, as a full-featured Class C motor home, it's loaded with the same kind of creature comforts and conveniences found in vehicles nearly twice its size: microwave, shower, toilet, generator, sink, stove, refrigerator, and more! And here is what we say at Rialta Heaven...Thank you Winnebago...The ageless sculpted exterior...the flowing and spacious interior... the... the... OK... OK! Forget the good looks and the incredible versatility, let's consider the current prices and gas mileage of anything of similar size and power! You will find it will cost you two or three times the price of our like new Rialtas. The late model Rialtas were originally sold for about $70k US Dollars. Now for about half the price, or less, you can hit the open road in endless style aboard one of these incredible machines. And remember, the only thing better than buying a green RV, is buying a used green RV... They're not electric, but they are as about as green as an RV gets! The Rialta has always been a favorite of savvy travelers because of its size, maneuverability, engine performance and incredible gas mileage (18-22mpg). It's not big and cumbersome like other RVs, and has all the amenities that you could ask for...shower, toilet, bed, furnace, A/C, generator, stove, sink, microwave, 110v power, etc. They generally will fit into your driveway and some carports and garages as well! It's a step up in style and class from the smaller cramped Campers like the Roadtrek or small Sprinters, and a wonderful step down into cozy comfort from the big gas guzzling RVs. We hope that we can help you into one of these great Campers, and onto the road of adventure!
Rialta Manuals
The links below will take you to a PDF for each model by year. This is the owner's manual showing how all the features inside the Rialta work.
2005 : 2004 : 2003 : 2002 : 2001 : 2000 : 1999 : 1998 : 1997
Rialta Brochures
The links below will take you to Winnebago's information for each model by year. A lot of great information for those that love details.
2005 : 2004 : 2003 : 2002 : 2001 : 2000 : 1999 : 1998 : 1997
The Rialta, produced from 1995-2005, comes with four different floor plans. If you scroll down you will find the interior layouts and a specific links to the Winnebago website with original manufactures specs, brochures and information for each years models. Please note that due to insufficient horsepower in the 1995 and 1996 Rialta models, we only deal in 1997-2005, focusing primarily on 2002-2005 which have the larger V6 engine.
Rialta FD Optional (Twin/FDT)
Unique to the FD Optional (also known as FD Twin) is driver plus 2 passenger capacity, sleeping capacity 2, 2 single beds, one on each side in rear with small night stand between, removable pedestal dining table, storage under passenger side bed, swivel arm chair up front and wooden fold out dining table. A popular option here is to create and add your own middle section between the two beds making it one giant bed.
Click Here To View FDT Floorplan.
Rialta FD Standard (Double/FDD)
Unique to the FDD is driver plus 2 passenger capacity, sleeping capacity 2, Double sized bed in rear, (with actual Sealy mattress), plenty of storage and closet space and storage under the double bed too. The bed on this is full time which many people enjoy.
Click Here To View FDD Floorplan
Rialta HD
Unique to the HD is driver plus 6 passenger capacity, sleeping capacity 2, (2 rear bench seats easily convert to double sized bed in seconds), hideaway dinette table, larger refrigerator/ freezer combo , 3 burner stove, optional oven, microwave, swivel arm chair and wooden fold out dining table for two.
Click Here To View HD Floorplan
Rialta QD
Unique to the most popular Rialta model, the QD, is driver plus 7 passenger capacity, sleeping capacity 4, second row captain's chairs that smartly convert to a bed, rear bench seats convert to double sized bed, hideaway dinette table, refrigerator, 2 burner stove, microwave, storage under both captain's chairs as well as overhead storage front and back and the wardrobe. By far the most popular with small families.
Click Here To View QD Floorplan
Other Standard Features Of The Rialta
- VW™ V6 gas engine (1997-2001 140HP, 2002-2005 201HP).
- Front driver and passenger seats swivel 180 degrees to face the rear of the coach.
- Bathroom with fold down vanity/sink, commode, shower.
- Outside shower nozzle Generator TV antenna/ cable hook up.
- Roof top power air vent Roof top AC.
- Propane heater 4 gal hot water heater.
- 20 gal, fresh water tank.
- 13 gal, blackwater tank.
- 9 gal greywater tank.
- 7 gal propane tank.
- 21'8" long 8'10" high 7'4" wide.
- Tow hitch.
For 10 years now, we've been telling people they "should" run premium fuel in their Eurovans...note we've been saying "should" not "must." Why? The bottom line is fuel economy. If you run premium fuel in your Eurovan, you will get better gas mileage. I (Chris) have done experiments while on various trips, and while running the lowest grade fuel in the vehicles, I've experienced up to a 38% decrease in my MPG. Yes, you read that correctly. Eurovans have an Electronic Control Module computer that will adjust the engine to help maintain the best performance based on the quality of fuel in the tank. The use of premium is recommended for these engines to achieve top performance and fuel economy, but it is definitely not required.
About Tire Life
Surprisingly, there are no guidelines to when a tire should be replaced. The most qualified study is from the British Rubber Manufacturers Association (BRMA). They recommend unused tires should not be put into service if they are over six years old and that all tires currently on a vehicle should be replaced ten years from the date of their manufacture. This is the practice we follow.
Now, A Little Info
Here is what Winnebago says about their product...With beauty, brains, power, and a whole lot more, there's a certain pleasure in owning something that is superbly designed. Even from the outside, it differs markedly from other motor homes. The Rialta is incredibly fuel efficient and measures in at a very maneuverable 21 feet. Its sleek, aerodynamic lines and softly rounded contours please the eye, reduce drag and help quiet the interior. But don't let Rialta's size fool you. Inside, you'll find it has plenty of room for comfortable living. And, as a full-featured Class C motor home, it's loaded with the same kind of creature comforts and conveniences found in vehicles nearly twice its size: microwave, shower, toilet, generator, sink, stove, refrigerator, and more! And here is what we say at Rialta Heaven...Thank you Winnebago...The ageless sculpted exterior...the flowing and spacious interior... the... the... OK... OK! Forget the good looks and the incredible versatility, let's consider the current prices and gas mileage of anything of similar size and power! You will find it will cost you two or three times the price of our like new Rialtas. The late model Rialtas were originally sold for about $70k US Dollars. Now for about half the price, or less, you can hit the open road in endless style aboard one of these incredible machines. And remember, the only thing better than buying a green RV, is buying a used green RV... They're not electric, but they are as about as green as an RV gets! The Rialta has always been a favorite of savvy travelers because of its size, maneuverability, engine performance and incredible gas mileage (18-22mpg). It's not big and cumbersome like other RVs, and has all the amenities that you could ask for...shower, toilet, bed, furnace, A/C, generator, stove, sink, microwave, 110v power, etc. They generally will fit into your driveway and some carports and garages as well! It's a step up in style and class from the smaller cramped Campers like the Roadtrek or small Sprinters, and a wonderful step down into cozy comfort from the big gas guzzling RVs. We hope that we can help you into one of these great Campers, and onto the road of adventure!
Rialta Manuals
The links below will take you to a PDF for each model by year. This is the owner's manual showing how all the features inside the Rialta work.
2005 : 2004 : 2003 : 2002 : 2001 : 2000 : 1999 : 1998 : 1997
Rialta Brochures
The links below will take you to Winnebago's information for each model by year. A lot of great information for those that love details.
2005 : 2004 : 2003 : 2002 : 2001 : 2000 : 1999 : 1998 : 1997