How much my Aprilia Tuono V4 has cost me..

In this video, I break down the maintenance and running costs incurred for my 2017 Aprilia Tuono V4 1100 Factory over the past two years and two months. Additionally, I talk about the issues it has had, and whether or not I would consider it to be a reliable motorcycle. Be sure to check out the full video for details!
Thank you for watching, and if you enjoyed this video, I would sincerely appreciate it if you hit the like button and subscribed for more motorcycle content. Drop a comment below with the highlights from your year, and I'll hope to catch you in the next one! ✌️
0:00 - Intro
1:46 - Maintenance and Running Costs
17:12 - Issues my Tuono V4 Has Had
24:09 - Closing Thoughts & Recommendations

[@bbb11293]

I love my Aprilia, the soundtrack alone is the best ever, it's the only bike I've had that puts a smile on my face every time I ride it, and I've had zx10r, Fireblade, R1s, it's got a much deeper bark than a R1/MT10, I wouldn't have a different make of bike after riding my Aprilia.

[@ssmart5701]

So far my 22 v4 factory is a gem, only 3.5 k miles. Like you I do my own maintenance…until i can’t. Tires are absolutely crazy, my exhaust was $$$ crazy, but these were my choice of noise and handling. Took me all winter to pay those off😅. I love the bike, it’s not a Japanese bike, but you don’t see or hear a v4 ape running around in my neck of the woods. You do pay to be different

[@skatman3872]

I own a rf aprilia, i recommend owning a Jap bike on the side or bmw,

[@slim-bobbilly4331]

Great video! You've been a most excellent curator of that Tuono and have put good miles on it. I'm still searching for my next. :)

[@GetCapes]

So happy that you popped up on the algorithm tonight! I recently have experienced the intermittent urgent service light on my 2012 RSV4. Diag cables showed up earlier this week and I was looking into Guzzidiag stuff when your newest video popped up. Definitely going to check my battery and grounds and hopefully Guzzidiag doesn't show any faults as my dash currently doesn't have any stored.

[@FaddyMcFaddyWaddy]

Thanks for the video. Very informative. I have a 2020 TV4F and have had similar issues to yourself. The spark plug oil weep happened about 1000miles into the bikes life. This was thankfully sorted by my dealer at no cost to me. I also have the random red error message now appearing which I agree with you is battery related. However I will check the connections at the battery and the framed earth connection and finally the starter motor. However these are minor issues and I still freaking love this bike.

[@stephencarbajal5657]

Good video glad I saw this im considering a 2020 factory with 5,000 miles and alittle skeptical especially with all the horror stories I hear about ducati and aprilia. The tunono those years are dropped sexy. Good stuff

[@edwardweiszbeck1649]

Great video. First time I’ve come across your channel

[@hiimchad]

Thanks! Glad you like what you've seen 🙂

[@-mystical-16]

Thanks for the video Chad. Next year I’m planning to upgrade to a new liter bike and it’s between the Yamaha R1 and Aprilia RSV4. I love the sound of both. There’s rumor of the R1 being being tested with cruise control in Japan and if that’s the case and it releases with that feature in 2024 I’m going that route. If not I’ll be really happy with an RSV4 as it already has CC, and I love the rumble, low down, and midrange.

[@CptLici]

You're lucky you caught the shifting issue early. This issue is likely what caused the dogs to be worn out on a friend's RSV4, and it ended up needing a new gearbox.

[@BrysonSenevira]

I stumbled upon this vid while just looking around... I am going to pick up a 2023 Tuono V4 factory in about 3 weeks thats the wait time in AZ for one of these I also own a Ducati Supersport 950S I have always wanted a aprilia and finally going to get one this Vid. helped a lot with the maintenance questions I have had thanks very much

[@hiimchad]

Glad you found this helpful! I've had an awesome experience with my Tuono, although I don't can't speak firsthand on the newer bike, a lot of the core components are the same.

[@BrysonSenevira]

@@hiimchad Hello Chad didn't get the new bike like the (dealer ) said I would but I saw that # 58 on your bike and I'll assume your a MotoGP fan and if so have you watched the race as yet aprilia kicked ass Aliex did a awesome race I think any way have fun ride safe

[@rhemyis]

Now that's what I call ownership, definitely very helpful information. If every aprilia owner would be this careful about the maintenance of his motorcycle, the image of Italian motorcycles wouldn't be that bad, a lot of people buy Italian motorcycles for their performance but don't have the money to keep them well maintained and that is why many consider them unreliable. Yes they have their faults but so do Japanese motorcycles as well.

[@traeucity6087]

What Japanese motorcycle has 'faults' concerning reliability?

[@harorider96]

@@traeucity6087 that’s what I’m wondering as well. Any bike may have a problem or two but on average any Italian motorcycle has way more

[@thewheeltroll1833]

Dude you are spot on about Pirelli SC rear tire prices these days, freaking insane now lol

[@anas_moto]

I just ordered mine, cost me $ 628 I did not see this coming. Crazy cost for couple of tires

[@hiimchad]

Crazy times we're living in! I'm still able to get a set of Supercorsa TDs at the track for just under $500, but that's still wild compared to what they cost not even a year and a half ago!

[@massimobroccoli9854]

@@anas_moto Check Mitas Sportforce+ or Sportforce+ EVO

[@GenghisKhan311]

So are the bikes. I won't be buying a new bike til prices become practical again. I have a 2016 bmw s1000r that i love.

[@dariocuter5692]

Thank you very much! Ride Save🤟🏻

[@ericveal6681]

That tip with the cotton swab in the oil well weep hole is super useful! Thank God we have not had that yet with ours. We however have a few friends that have had that issue I wish I would have known that to tell them before. Great review!

[@hiimchad]

Glad that was a helpful tip. Hopefully you'll never need to use it yourself! Thanks for your comment Eric! 🙂✌️

[@ChidoBanditoR1Cito]

Nice reviews brotha, i had a 2012 v4r tuono. What a nightmare of a bike. Guessing guy before me didn't take great care of it since I had to deal with a lot of its problems. With that being said I really want another one though I'm nervous I suppose. Looking at 2017s and up just before they changed the front end fairings .

[@hiimchad]

I think 2017-2020 was the sweet spot for these bikes. Most attractive in my opinion, and still had some of the tech that makes them easier to ride. Plus, they're new enough and still somewhat valuable, so based on what I've seen, most have low miles or have been cared for well. Hope you find one that's a good fit for you!

[@ronden63]

Great bike, my favorite of all the8 bikes I've had...reminiscent of my VFRs but even smoother (no buzzy handlebars!!) for sport-touring and of course about DOUBLE the power...I did have one quirky issue, valve in the exhaust went faulty and would cut out the throttle over about 6k or so, and was elusive to diagnose. That cost $1000 and included a muffler swap. Might've banged the bottom of exhaust loading it on a u-Haul but we'll never know. Don't like to talk about it...

[@bikenlegend1040]

Hey Chad, I'm just a little surprised that the dealer has not replaced or mentioned of adjusting the cam chain tensioner. It is a hydraulic actuated tensioner with a ratchet that can wear out overtime. On forums people who had issues with a loose chain do tell to replace that tensioner during each valve service. Another source has shown that if the tensioner is still good you can reset it to it's home position by pressing it in so it sticks out a few mm (mentioned in the service manual).

[@janisaksson5966]

I will have a third season soon with my Tuono 1100 V4 Factory 2018. It's a truly amazing bike not so expensive to own. One exception is the 20000 km service.

[@hiimchad]

The 20,000km/12,000mi service is pricy compared to more common bikes, but it's still cheaper than the 15,000mi service on a Ducati V4! Aside from that, mine has been very reasonable to own, aside from the way it goes through tires, but that's on me, the tires I choose, and the type of riding I like to do. 🙂✌️

[@janisaksson5966]

Last year I had difficulty to get new tiers delivered due the pandemic. So nice these issues are gone 😊

[@neytey]

I love the Aprilia livery of the older models

[@hiimchad]

No other Aprilia livery quite stands up to the 2017 Superpole, in my opinion, at least 🙂

[@DCGULL01]

Super informative. I must admit- it's a Ducati w/ another name!!

[@hiimchad]

Glad you thought so! I always like to say that if Ducati is the Ferrari of the motorcycle world, Aprilia is the Lamborghini! 🙂🇮🇹

[@jbb3675]

I got a 2016 Tuono V4 Factory specifically so that I could reset the service ticket myself and also diagnose any and all issues.

[@frazercooper8591]

Awesome vid where was your top from want one

[@hiimchad]

Thanks! I got it from the Aprilia booth at the COTA MotoGP round a couple years ago, but would figure they sell it or a similar one in an online merch store. Maybe check aprilia.com?

[@outdoorkreations7051]

I had the same alarm urgent service light come on. I had to bring it 8 hours away to a dealer in savannah. They said it was a ecu update. They said a new fuel map and they reset it. I've only done about 50 miles on it since then so I hope it's fixed!! I'm at 18,200 miles now.

[@perimund]

About urgent service light... check your key ignition cables. 2 swrews from the bottom and jou pop off electronical part. Look inside the red kabel usually breakes off due to amperage. Happened to mine no one could find the problem so i disasambke complete bike and go checking wire by wire all connectors and search for "cold zinc weld" Ride safe.

[@hiimchad]

Thank you! Hasn't popped up in a while but I'll take a look and see how things look when I have some time. 🙂✌️

[@noiceb5655]

🔥🔥🔥

[@deankruse4491]

You still run the original battery? That’s pretty impressive. My 2019 Tuono RR seems to have bad oil rings or something because it burns about a quart of oil every 14 or 1,500 miles or so. An independent Aprilia mechanic with a very good reputation tells me it’ll probably cost me around $3,500 to remedy. Less than 5,000 miles on the odometer.

[@hiimchad]

As far as I'm aware, it is still the original battery! I haven't replaced it over the course of my ownership. I recall seeing on the forums that Aprilia says up to a quart every 1,000 miles is normal. If that's the case, I wouldn't say it's cause for alarm. Just be sure to check your oil and top off when doing your chain maintenance! Did that Aprilia mechanic tell you why it would cost $3,500? Have you had a compression and leak down test done?

[@deankruse4491]

@@hiimchad Haven’t done a leak down test yet. He was giving me that estimate over the phone based on his knowledge of prior repairs for problems of this nature. I wouldn’t spend that kind of money to fix it though. I’ll either just live with it or trade it in. I absolutely love this bike, so I’ll probably just hang onto it.

[@N0t4v41l4ble]

I'm using Mitas Sport Force+, rear tire 115€, front tire 103€ (the EV model, the 'base' model is 91€), 40€ both fitted to the wheels, so 258 in total (+ delivery cost 25€ for three tires, I always order two rear tires and one front tire at once). Excellent tires with reasonable cost. Coolant flush is about 5€ for the pre-mixed coolant (a 5 litre can is around 11€) + a crush washer 1€, so 6€ + a little bit of time, one of the easiest jobs to do 🙂 The most expensive thing so far has been valve clearance check + adjustment (one valve was out of spec) together with spark plugs change an air filter change, it was 492€ including parts and labor.

[@hiimchad]

Just took a quick look at the Midas Sport Force+ and they come out to $330 for a set over here, and that is before mounting, balancing, and tax! Guess it's just a lot more expensive to ride a motorcycle here than it is over there 😞

[@massimobroccoli9854]

I love that tire !

[@gtrpimp76]

Been considering it. Tuono V41100 or Tuono V4 1100 factory (I’ve seen a 2016 for $9500 at EuroCycles).

[@hiimchad]

My vote would be the Factory, but I highly recommend looking for a 2017 or newer. A new electronics package was introduced in 2017 that includes auto blip, cruise control, a pit lane speed limiter, and cornering ABS. The autoblipper alone is worth it in my book!

[@elianderle7440]

Great breakdown, Chad! What chain cleaner and lube do you like?

[@SoulDaddy33]

Really??

[@elianderle7440]

@@SoulDaddy33 yep

[@hiimchad]

Thanks! I use Motul's cleaner and road lube.

[@jak2828]

I can’t even get my 2022 Tuono v4 to its first service. First issue was overheating because the coolant wasn’t diluted. Second issue which is ongoing is oil wicking up through the stator cable and leaking out the connector. Don’t even have 700 km on my bike and I can’t drive it because there’s so many issues. Feels like a huge mistake buying an Aprilia

[@kirillromazenko2799]

Any updates ? Did you beat the heat issue ?

[@SoulDaddy33]

Are you on the AF1 aprilia forum? Nowhere else you can go that has more insight and help for pissed & frustrated ape riding folks. And there really aren't that many at all. Check it out.

[@c1ssalc]

i’m interested in getting a Tuono, but I heard the newer ones are limited in first and second gear. Do you know if the 2017/2018 are limited in first and second? Thanks for the great videos!

[@D3M0N1C1984]

I'm also interested to hear more about this, I think its just the RR model that's limited in 1st and 2nd not the factory version, but I could be wrong. Most reviewers don't comment and simply say its a non issue, but I'd still like to know.

[@TissueBox271]

the ECU needs to be flash, it is under Euro 5 requirements, which limits the 1st and 2nd gear, that is what i have been reading in a lot of motorcycle channels, and forms

[@hiimchad]

My 2017 definitely does not limit power in any gear! I think that is a feature they introduced with the 2021+ redesign.

[@shanehart2904]

Hey, Chad. Did you notice a difference in feel between the 200/55 and 200/60? I've also made that change on my 2016 RSV4RR, but haven't been able to ride for six months after a truck rear-ended me on my bike, so I'm curious about how different it'll feel.

[@hiimchad]

Hey Shane, I did, and I liked it! The bike steers a bit quicker than it did with the 55, and it makes the gearing a bit longer too, which I think about trues up the speedo. It feels like there is more edge grip as well.

[@jonathanochoa7409]

What air filter did you bought? Any link?

[@omairislam1403]

Any chance we can get a video of brake fluid flush? I can't figure out how to get the fluid completely flushed with abs.

[@hiimchad]

Unfortunately, the ABS pump can only be activated during a flush with an Aprilia diagnostic tool, so I was not able to flush any more than I could get out through the lines, calipers, and master cylinder. 🫤

[@scottmurray2239]

I am starting to look at the Aprilia very seriously. I recently purchased a 2000 Ducati Monster 900ie. Fully restored and modified. I love riding it but miss riding a true sport Bike. I used to race a Yamaha R1(@ Button willow). Question for someone new to Aprilia bike's. What is the difference between the Aprilia RSV4 and the Tuono? Is it just the handle bars instead of clip ons?

[@hiimchad]

Aside from the handlebar and bodywork, the Tuono's engine is a bit different, as it is an 1100 (really 1077cc) whereas the RSV4 of the same year was a true 1000. As a result, the Tuono has a lot more midrange power, and actually produces more horsepower from idle to 8k rpm than the 2017 RSV4. Additionally, the chassis geometry is a bit different, and the gearing is much shorter overall. They do share the same electronics, suspension options (although sprung differently I believe), brakes, and more.

[@DevRSVR]

Did you put a harder tyre on the front?

[@Wreckage72]

my jaw dropped when you mentioned how much you paid MotoClub to flush the coolant. Yaow! Had you noticed any noise in rotor drag when you changed front brake pads? I replaced mine with Ferodo and they make some pretty rough noise at low speed.

[@hiimchad]

It wasn't Moto Club that flushed the cooling system that first time. I had it done at Orange County KTM/Husqvarna/Aprilia because I used to live fairly close. The Ferodo's do make some noise, but no more than the Brembo pads did if I recall correctly. Those came off pretty quickly, as they did with my old Tuono RR.

[@Diabeekei]

Hey brother, my buddy and I found a 2017 tuono v4 factory and a 2020 tuono v4 rr at a dealer used for 10.9 and 11.9 each. Any tips on how to look at possible issues it has and is this a good buy? Thanks so much brother! Closest dealer we got is about 4 hours away, we do got barber motorsports about two away from here.

[@hiimchad]

Any other details you can share? Condition, mileage, etc? As far as inspecting, I would check for leaks all around the engine, fork seals, and so on. If there is an independent shop nearby you can ask the dealer to take it there for a pre purchase inspection at your cost. If they say no, negotiate in a warranty. Assuming mileage is low and condition is great the Factory is the better deal imo, but all depends on how you're going to ride the bike. RR is more comfortable but still sporty enough for a track day, Factory would be great for days at Barber if you go routinely.

[@Diabeekei]

@@hiimchad ooh I infortunately did not check more other than surface level. I know currently the rr is getting a starter rectifier swap. Tires looked good, could probably use new ones in like 1k miles or so. I’ll get more details next week as I’m stopping by to check. I was planning on purchasing the RR for myself and my buddy the factory. I normally take my Z H2 SE to barber but it’s so dang thick I wanted something more lithe and lighter haha. I’ll add a comment on here next week around Tuesday as well with more info!!! EDIT: one other piece of info is the dealer that I found it off of is not an aprilia dealer, i think it was a trade in. Closest aprilia dealer to me is in knoxville TN, about four hours away, but hopefully any electrical gremlins have been found and fixed. If not, she is getting trailered there haha

[@hipposnakeyo]

Soon will be my second year owning my rsv4, had my dash replaced under warranty, oil sipping out on track, not a big deal, had my local dealer tried to fix it but still leaks, I’ll probably tackle my self the next winter. Also Aprilia manual has no torque value for regular maintenance items, get the service manual from AF1 and all is good. everything else is good.

[@hiimchad]

Great advice on the service manual! I should have mentioned that was one of the first things I purchased back when I bought my first Tuono V4 in 2020. Sorry to hear about the issues your RSV4 has had. What year is it?

[@hipposnakeyo]

@@hiimchad it is a 21 factory. 5 other 21 rsv4 owners I personally know all have oil leaks from the weeping hole and need that o ring replaced.

[@corneliuvaleanu5845]

What about oil consumption? I had a Tuono V4 RR from 2019 with this issue. Now, I have a Tuono V4 Factory from 2022 but just 300km odo, so I can't tell if I still have this issue. So, please advise...

[@florinvid]

Nicio problema cu consumul de ulei. Am una din 2016, n-a consumat niciodată, și are 8000 mile.

[@drsherlock4863]

The price you announce are just incredibly high from EU perspective, sounds like everyhthing is 2x more expensive than it is or should be.

[@hiimchad]

There is typically a "mark up" on service for European bikes over here. I also used dealers for the service I didn't do myself. Moto Club's labor rate is very reasonable for a dealer down here, but I maybe have still been able to save a bit more if I had gone to an indy shop. But, Moto Club was the only shop that could fit me in quickly. All other Aprilia dealers in the area had a 2-3 month backlog of work at the time.

[@2pist]

I buy takeoffs at the track for 50-75 bucks a piece. It may be worth buying another set of wheels for your street tires. I ended up just buying another bike. Lol.

[@hiimchad]

Another bike would be a nice move 😂 I have thought about buying another set of wheels, but I only took the Tuono to the track twice last year. The vast majority of my track time is, has been, and will continue to be race practice and racing with my Daytona 675R for the foreseeable future. If that changes, I may look for another set of wheels and maybe even run slicks on those. Hopefully a spare set is cheaper than the second set of wheels I bought for my 675R 🙈

[@skatman3872]

My 16 rf no problems 7yrs

[@hiimchad]

Awesome!

[@BlueRage]

You said the bike had 7700 miles yet you had a 12,000 mile service? Did you mean 17,700 miles? Maybe I heard you wrong?

[@hiimchad]

I think I said I had put about 7,700 miles on it myself, not that it had 7,700. It was at about 12.2k when I had the 12.5k service done.

[@BlueRage]

@@hiimchad Thanks for clarifying. Would you buy another one?

[@hiimchad]

@@BlueRage absolutely. I've enjoyed every moment in the saddle!

[@BlazinBlades]

25-30K miles is when major issues start to appear is what I hear from my friend-owner of one.

[@hiimchad]

Interesting.. what sort of issues, and what model year? Is your friend the original owner?

[@BlazinBlades]

@@hiimchad his was a 2018 RSV so not exactly the same bike Started burning oil and after a short couple of weeks a complete engine seizing break down. He had that engine rebuilt and sold it. He bought a brand new ZX10RR but could not ride so sold it a bought a 2022 RSV and said “We love what makes us suffer for our enjoyment” 😝😝 He says nothing compares to the RSV and once you had one nothing else will do 🥰🥰

[@jaroslavprochazka]

900$ Is really reasonable labor cost??? You are crazy guys. In EU you pay about 50$ per hour in Aprilia delear service.

[@hiimchad]

Must be nice! You won't find a mechanic anywhere in the USA at that labor price unless they're working out of their own garage as a hobby. $135/hr is very reasonable here, especially for a factory-trained technician. $180 is the common going rate in this area

[@ahkau4612]

Throttle Grip Issue

[@AshishBalaji]

You can't make a review about reliability if the bike doesn't have more than 20k miles. And if your bike has problems before that then that speaks for itself l.ol.

[@hiimchad]

Well, I did. Do with it what you will

[@ma3stro681]

$328 for a set of tyres is cheap! Can’t even get one decent tyre in Oz for that much, in AU$ … 😅

[@bigdzx6r]

Just curious Chad, do you have younger brother by any chance!! I recently ran into a guy looks like you LOL and i thought maybe he's yours younger brother

[@therealslimshady4555]

Was his name super Mario 👌

[@bigdzx6r]

@@therealslimshady4555 🤣

[@bigdzx6r]

Actually i was (we) in queue for my immigration entrance checkpoint and he/I were anxious to catch our ride but the line was long and slow moving

[@jaygolds46]

is that an R8?

[@hiimchad]

👀 kzbin.info/www/bejne/roisi5-ilLeWjLc

[@club216]

I thought I was the only one who noticed that R8

[@skatman3872]

Fluid change do yourself, dam

[@hiimchad]

Typically I would, but since it was already in the shop, I figured I'd be lazy and just have them do it.