Is it LOVE? Aprilia Tuono V4 Factory 1100, a year on. Just how good is it? Road test review

[@IN_ZANE_]

Looking forward to future Tuono workshop videos.

[@nathanwooten1265]

I bought a 2023 RSV4. Previously owned a 2013 GSXR 750 and a Triumph Daytona 675 prior to that. I can’t agree more about the chassis and the engine. You absolutely can’t tell how heavy these bikes are. Incredibly stable on the side and the turn in feels on par with my GSXR 750. The sound and the power delivery still feel other worldly every time I ride it. It can definitely get you in a lot of trouble and quickly. The quick shifter is also incredibly smooth and lightning fast. I was really on the fence about moving away from the tried and true Japanese track weapons but I am really glad that I gave the Aprilia a chance! They truly have put together something very special with these bikes. If you haven’t ridden one you really should hunt down a demo event.

[@IN_ZANE_]

Do you miss the top end rush from the 750? I'm thinking of going from a 750 to a tuono 1100, I know it will have much more low and mid range but I'm unsure how it compares in the top end (hard to tell from a regular test ride)

[@elcasiraider1404]

@@IN_ZANE_ Believe me, with a tuono v4 you won't miss the high rpm. of no four-cylinder motorcycle, greetings.

[@roybatty2030]

Totally agree. I’ve owned one of these from new (2016), what an amazing bike, absolutely love it.

[@andrewp3461]

Really good review Dave. I bought a '16 Factory 9 months ago. You know what you're doing. I just wanted to give my opinion. Australian roads can be a challenge and the racetracks are good. There is so much benefit in reviewing the suspension settings. Lap time improvements and confidence on the road. A change of pad compound and fluid and I love the front brakes. Much better. I wondered what the rear pads were made of. Agree with you on the rest mate.

[@johningle8850]

I can relate to your passion for this bike. I had a V41000r and that engine is such a master piece. I couldn’t trust myself and we had to part in the end but I have fond memories of our raucous affair … we even did the mountain course during the TT together … unforgettable

[@lovegar]

Done the Bikemaster 1 Rapid training course myself, was on my Superduke GT and still have it, but of course I now also have a 2023 Factory V4 Tuono, absolutely love it except the tank range LOL

[@flipsideracing]

Probably the best road bike engine since 2009 and it’s no coincidence that it was the year this v4 beauty got released.

[@bbb11293]

I've got a 2014, and without doubt the best bike I've ever owned, just the soundtrack alone is amazing, I don't ride it as much as I should, it puts a big smile on my face every time I ride it.

[@MrYamaDuc]

I have an '18 RR and also love it . Done 800 mile days coming back from Europe a few times and never feel tired. Aprilia really got this bike right.

[@obsession_engineering]

That's some solid miles! Top work

[@Builderbob-q8v]

@@obsession_engineering hi. I’m looking at getting one of these. Are they quick ? Reliability ok?

[@pokechopracing8862]

Thank you Dave for another great episode. I actually looked at an RS 660 the day I bought my SP2 but decided to go with nostalgia lol. Great to see you back out riding and the weather changing a bit. Well hope all is well, Cheers from California!

[@gonzosk8966]

Number of years ago I purchased an SP1. Magnificent machine! 2 years ago, I purchased a 21 Tuono Fact. Good God, but how it eats back tires! Big long black lines out of corners. Hahahahahaha! Soundtrack is Bonkers. Cruise control is so so nice! For the clutch hitting the traction control down switch (that was an accidental 12 o'clock launch) (mabie 10) I loosened a screw in the left switch gear and rotated the whole unit mabie 15⁰ forward, totally fixed it. Being the factory model it has electronic suspension. Huge comfort difference! Push of a button the bumpy road is Relatively smooth, there is a difference. Plus I can turn it off to keep a constant damping rate for laying black lines. Problem with the bike, the Rivnuts spin rather easily. Plus a rather Savage appetite for back tires! (No fault of my own) Ahem 😉 Love those two bikes, yet the SP1 does spend more time in the shed swearing at me in Japanese 😉 As always mate, really appreciate your vids!

[@Rlindagem]

😂 I can't do 500 miles on a tyre it's ridiculous, 5 tanks of gas and a new tyre 😅 I need a tyre sponsor

[@gonzosk8966]

@Rlindagem RS11 have more traction than I have courage. But 800 miles is so far from affordable from 3 weekend rides through the hills nearby. Be a day on track. The sound of the V4 singing at 9k is just so sublime!

[@obsession_engineering]

I've had some Michelin road 6 on mine, done 4k miles and plenty of grip on the road. Tried some s23, got less than a thousand miles, but worth 1.5 seconds a lap round Blyton

[@Rlindagem]

@@obsession_engineering I've tried road 5 on a mt09 and felt a lot of movement of the tyre, i think do to the high tread depth. But yes they do last and great in the wet so I'm told. I'm using Continental Race Atack and it's the best tyre I have ever used but next I'll give the Road Atack a try. I'm in south Spain so I need that mountain carving grip.

[@banarne71]

I’ve had a 2016 and now a 2021, both Factory. Love them both. Live in Sweden and I have toured in Scotland and down in Europe with the Tuono and it has been a blast.

[@bramoldenziel6373]

Are there a lot of differences between the two outside of the looks? And which one do you prefer?

[@banarne71]

Yes there are alot of differences. The tech is better and smoother. The suspension is electronically adjustable, the TFT screen is great, the led lights looks great, the swinging arm... Yes it's a better bike but the old one was good as well.

[@wl660]

@@banarne71What luggage did you go with?

[@banarne71]

@@wl660 I've had two Kriega's; us10+us20 and on one trip I had two drybags.

[@dogrange]

Looking forward to your update vid with the new brakes!

[@jasoncains1183]

Hi Dave,pick up a 22 tuono factory last year and love it,best road bike by a mile plus sounds like a gp bike😊

[@krishnack79]

Nice one , I was looking to get a Tuono v4 as a second bike for occasional Track days and a bit of sunday riding, your review is one of the most comprehensive in terms of covering all the points for the road and track . Also I am a begginer to intermediate skill level on track so your comment on the ease of use on track + all electronic aids it has was very helpful for someone of my skill level. Q - did you have any major reliability issues as most often that's what comes up when i look for long term reviews of the Tuono

[@neilbenton1152]

I've a 2019 factory and bloody hell its a riot on wheels! The motor is unreal the dampers are unreal the looks are unreal! And its reliable, only niggle is no fuel gauge WTF and fuel consumption ain't great , just a fantastic bike ❤

[@mastaVTR]

I've got the last year of this generation and I love it every second on the road❤

[@flyjayUK]

Still on a '07 V2 Tuono and love it to bits. Love the sound of the twin and the V4. Wish these V4 Factories would come down in price a bit, way to pricey but then again, every vehicle is well over priced at the moment.

[@obsession_engineering]

The v2 is a great bike, yes the v4 has moved things on but you still have a top tool

[@wradford1]

I have the 07 V2 1000R and a 17 V4 Factory and love them both. 103,000 km's on the 07 33,000 km's on the 17. I alternate them weekly. It's the 07's turn this weekend.

[@flyjayUK]

@@wradford1 Late reply, but 103k is fantastic! Good to know it can handle that kind of mileage, I think it's a keeper for life. I'm noticing 1000 APRC (around 2014) are a tempting looking price now though.

[@juicy9592]

Dave i just love your bike. I can wait for the day i can afford this machine. I hope more videos wil follow ! As usual great content best youtube channel there is❤

[@nutty_assasin7718]

I owed an Rsv4 rr once, I should of bought a Tuono, the Rsv4 was too much for the road for me Great review

[@1000CC_Mandra]

100% agree I’ve had Tuono for last 5yrs and they are fantastic, I’ve one recommendation get the Map done, makes it so much better.

[@neilbenton1152]

I've got the akra and the aprilla race map on my tuono factory 2019 its been mapped again last year by BHP tuning its unbelievably stupid fast but really choppy around the bottom end , which is abit annoying around town , wondering if there all like that ?

[@1000CC_Mandra]

@@neilbenton1152 mine is 2023 with Akra and Aprilia race map, handles really nice at low speed, can tick along at 15km with 0% throttle in traffic.

[@inked-96]

​@neilbenton1152 Had it mapped and it's still choppy? I'd be taking it back to BHP.

[@tommyandersson1351]

Many people really like Gabro map and say it is better than Aprilia race map.

[@SuperEasy1337]

If I heard you correctly you said that you have the arrow exhaust on the standard map. You may wish to at least upgrade to the race map or preferably upgrade to the UpMap T800 Gabro map for your bike and it's modification. I say this because the stock exhaust has the catalytic converter in it. Removing that exhaust removes the catalytic converter and therefore makes the bike run precipitously lean. In other words with either one of those flashes you are going to notice a smoother, better throttle control, cooler and slightly more powerful bike. It's very much worth it, I promise.

[@gezkemp1263]

Just bought corsa corta master and adapter from HEL hope brakes are considerably better than stock once fitted and bled up with motul RBF 👍

[@gordonriach48]

Love to hear you comparing to the sp1

[@obsession_engineering]

That'll come, when the weather improves!

[@andibell9703]

I've a 2017 RR and the engine is the star. I bloody love it and I would only replace with a 2021 or newer factory.

[@andyrawlings5369]

Good review Dave my choice in road bike engine is the v4 myself a honda fan hence have a few vfrs not a v twin fan but its your choice the triple engine is a nice motor aswell .

[@gerrievl]

I got my licence last oktober, haf a mt09 tracer for 2 months and realised it wasnt for me. Traded in for the tuono v4r 2011 bumblebee. Absolutly love it. The smooth upshifts with the quickshifter and the engine smoothness is ridiculous. The power is nuts for the normal road and way to much to be honest. But i love it. Below 4000 rpm it is indeed lumpy and struggling. I was thinking of getting a boosterplug on it to fix that since i commuye on it too and cant always high rev it.

[@tommyandersson1351]

Newer ones are better down low and even better with Gabro map installed

[@thetruth6693]

Out in this weather ❄️ fairplay bud

[@derekmcconachie2349]

I have a 2020 Tuono factory with the active Ohlins and I also have the anti wheelie turned off. It was the idea replacement for my 2016 R1 as in still want the sports bike feel but more comfort.

[@cecilwilson5442]

Seen the IOM video and what a bike,,here in Northern Ireland,,it would be the service schedule for the valve clearance be my only concern,,☘️☘️☘️☘️☘️☘️ looks and sounds great

[@jonathanmackie4884]

Nice review. Got a real sense of whether this bike would have suited my needs. Was seriously considering one last year when planning a new bike purchase. Didn't go for it as I needed slightly less sporting and more plushness/wind protection. Also, nearest dealer was nearly 150 miles away! This review confirms I chose correctly this time, but next time maybe...🤔 (before I get too old)

[@obsession_engineering]

Glad it was helpful

[@rodbuchanan2687]

Would love one sadly my feet don’t touch the ground 😢great review though Dave. 🤜🤛

[@anthonycowles6257]

I've been waiting for this video since you introduced it last year, I have the exact same bike (nearly, with Akra and race map in my case) and I also love it to bits, they're mental! in a very fun way :0) Glad I'm not the only one who changes the APRC constantly without realising. I did ride the later bike with the electronic suspension and while it rode much nicer 95% of the time it would occasionally do something weird if you hit a set of bumps and that put me a little on edge. I'm sure you'd get to trust it over time, but....also the blipper and cruise control on the newer bikes are nice to have (and sadly not retrofittable to the older bikes) but the fundamentals of the bike are so right it's difficult to feel you're missing out with the "old" bike. interested to see what you do with the front brake, can't say I've struggled too much with mine, but having ridden a KTM 890R with the stylema? set up I know that there's better stuff out there. Glad you're having fun with your Tuono Dave, I know the feeling :0)

[@obsession_engineering]

How many miles do you average on a tank of fuel? Some race maps have been thirsty in years gone by

[@anthonycowles6257]

@@obsession_engineering Think I normally get 110-120 miles before the light comes on on the road (have heard that the reserve isn't very generous, so tend to fill up asap) that's mostly plodding around with the occasional stint of faster riding/ acceleration. it does drop significantly if you can keep on the throttle (trackday at bedford autodrome had me filling up after 3 sessions!) but if you're riding like that on the road, you'll have bigger things to worry about ;0) I don't think my bike is excessively thirsty, but the throttle feel is lovely

[@andrea7693]

Hardly get 100 miles (150/160 km) per tank on my Rsv4 2011 with full Akra and map 😅 I’m fiddling with the idea to put an upper tuono plate with risers and handlebar cause in the last 4 years I’ve done just 1200 miles, mostly on track

[@ComrodMsport]

Very nice, been the next bike on the list for a few years now and nothings topped it so far. One day…..

[@asheqularif6280]

Thanks for the vid, straight to the point, I'm thinking of getting this vs honda cb1000r. this is way more expensive

[@obsession_engineering]

I've not ridden the Honda, but I suspect the Ape is a bit more entertaining!

[@nickrider5220]

Strong endorsement, if it's good enough for you it's good enough for me, as that old song used to say 👍🏻😎

[@mayhemmayo]

THANK YOU. KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK

[@DukeOfTwist]

I've got a 2014 Tuono V4 1000 APRC as my track bike and a 2021 Tuono V4 1100 RR (non factory) for the road but it has also gone around Philip Island at an exciting pace. Oh and we have 3 other V2 Tuono's in the Family he he.

[@obsession_engineering]

Good selection of apes! Good buying skills

[@DukeOfTwist]

@@obsession_engineering Thanks twins are hard to find down under. Have a low k Gen 2 Factory thou.

[@Jaded-Wanderer]

Another great video.

[@itstherealjammin]

My dream bike, i have a 2004 gsxr1000 which has a riding position i loathe, hopefully in a couple of years ill be able to change to a Tuono ❤

[@Vtwin_Superbikes]

Was incredibly close to buying one but a high spec RC8R popped up for a price too good to pass up, so upright nakeds will have to wait another while.

[@obsession_engineering]

Sometimes life just gives you too many great choices 😁

[@LickyDischarge]

I have the 2017 version of your bike and I absolutely love it, but I’ve never really thought of it as being heavy. I also feel like my front brakes could stand it on its nose if I had the skill. Not being argumentative, just my thoughts on the bike.

[@obsession_engineering]

Everyone's comments are welcome, always nice to get opinions in 😁

[@ashhughes9682]

Brilliant vid Dave, I bought a 19 version a few months ago, just wondering if yours has a noisy clutch and did you do anything about like your ZX10 ? Thanks in advance and good luck for the racing this year.

[@obsession_engineering]

No excessive noise from mine. The wrong drive line is a bit noisy at tick over, but they all do that

[@Triple007ttt]

I’ve owned every leader bike Except a Ducati leader bike I’ve had to do 750 SS recently I purchased a 2016 Aprilia Tuono 1100 !! and I love it. The bottom line Aprilia there is no substitute

[@kahidunn7907]

Hi Dave, love the channel and content, really enjoyed the v2tuono series have a question. I have owned a 2016 base modal tuono and absolutely loved it. If riding legally (boringly) i could get 240km out of a tank before i had to start pushing, dont ask me how i know. Could you tell me how much mileage i could reasonably expect out of a v2tuono tank, cheers

[@obsession_engineering]

Not sure I've ever ridden sensibly enough to accurately measure... The gen 2 v2 I could get down to 90 miles on a tank, or up to around 130. The v4 is better, but I'm aware the race map is quite a bit richer

[@ryanflood635]

I just watched the TT closer to the edge on dvd for the first time in years and would you believe it there is Dave chatting away lol 😂

[@obsession_engineering]

I used to be a film star, now I'm on your phone. Not sure it's been an upgrade 😳🤣

[@matas726]

Hi Dave, great review! As we all know you own a Gen 1 ZX10R, and so do I. To me, the ZX10R feels like such an animal right now. What are your thoughts on that? Do you think they can be comparable?

[@obsession_engineering]

They're both exciting bikes, the Tuono is more user friendly, with electronic aids and a comfier riding position, faster in the real world too. The march of progress. Still love the thrill of the zx10r though

[@EpiceverythingProductions]

Would you provide a comparison between the Tuono and the Speed rr please? Thank you

[@obsession_engineering]

Tuono is better in every way. Done 😁

[@EpiceverythingProductions]

@ wow thank you!

[@Treo80]

Had a 2017 factory but never really clicked with it. Went back to a much older RSV Mille instead.

[@mybikebits]

EBC Pads are good 😎 few small modifications get this bike near to perfect.

[@theguitarhero898]

Great thoughts here, appreciate the insight. Have you ridden the Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RS? I want a super naked in the near future and have been looking at the Kawasaki ZH2, Speed Triple, and Tuono. Any thoughts there? Is the Tuono really uncomfortable?

[@obsession_engineering]

The Tuono isn't uncomfortable, just a bit firm setup, always best to ride one yourself to check it out. I've ridden the rr not the rs, wasn't as good as the tuono

[@jhstony]

Would you like me to bring you my 2021 E5 Factory Tuono to do a back to back comparison, it has EC2 semi active suspension , now that would make a great video Dave

[@obsession_engineering]

Now there's an idea 🤔

[@captbarb6642]

Good video dave how does it compare to your tuono v990?

[@obsession_engineering]

Smoother, faster, easier. As you'd expect from the newer version. The v2 was a great road bike, the v4 is overkill but awesome

[@FanaticArtz]

You should specify the model year because almost all your issues were fixed in the next year.

[@sashacoe25]

I've got an Rs 125 for sale that's been sat in my living room for 10 years around 3000 miles on it.

[@obsession_engineering]

I know where my rs125 is, from my youth, I keep trying to buy it back

[@SA-hh9mv]

How's the reliability and cost of ownership? Coming from a 2004 Triumph 955i. Thank you.

[@obsession_engineering]

So far it's been faultless in its reliability, and not too bad on fuel. Average is about 40mpg.

[@SA-hh9mv]

@@obsession_engineering Great to know thank you!

[@pasha_houston]

If you were to chose superduke vs the Aprilia what would be your pros and cons for one vs the other?

[@obsession_engineering]

I've only had s short ride on a SD, great fun, the Tuono is smoother but I'd need more time on the ktm to give a full account of it

[@pasha_houston]

@@obsession_engineering understand. I'm looking at both, I'm 6'1 and tuono seems a bit low

[@Colin8979]

Interesting info Dave .. have you ridden a KTM super duke R?

[@obsession_engineering]

Yes, but only after rebuilding the engine for a customer. Really good fun, but the ape is smoother and feels like a more polished experience

[@spency787]

If I didn’t know better I’d swear you have just spent 15 minutes reviewing my ‘96 CB500, same addictive experience, same wooden front brake. 👍

[@obsession_engineering]

Trust me, the Tuono is definitely faster 🤣

[@ManxAndy]

Evening Dave…..👍👌🇮🇲

[@obsession_engineering]

Morning Andy

[@loslogo]

Mentioning lack of top end and not running a tune suitable for the pipe is bit of a mis.

[@LPVit]

”covering ground in full entertaining fashion” 😄

[@nicboyes7118]

Apriliant indeed ✨

[@helgejohan3604]

Its no comuter😜✊🔥but on curvy road 🔥🔥🔥✊

[@Wee_Rabby]

Sorry to sound like a nugget.. but ive been toying with one of these for years and every time i go to pull the trigger i get put off with horrible reliability stories.. were you not put off when buying one with 16k on the clock?

[@obsession_engineering]

Nope, aprilia have worked hard to iron out faults and the Tuono isnt as stressed as the rsv4, so problems are less.

[@inked-96]

​@@obsession_engineeringHow is fueling around town?

[@inked-96]

How is low speed fueling and clutch feel? ​@obsession_engineering

[@tommyandersson1351]

Dont worry they are reliable if service is done properly. MY2021 hade some child deases but fixed by service. Buy!

[@juicy9592]

YAAAAASSSSSSD

[@ampelec]

my man just said at the top of the rev range on a tuono 1100 is not that exciting 😂

[@obsession_engineering]

It's still quite brisk though 🤣

[@grachoderunwiderstehlichen]

🤦 , same like ferrari and maserratti or lancia it is a ducati powertrain 🤔 , what are the two stroke out of this post-adress ?

[@mikebroon1]

Slides 😂😂😂

[@mortaljorma69]

It's just the looks.... let's be honest here, its not very beautiful. Just like GS - possibly a perfect bike but the looks alone makes me sick that i will never ever own one.

[@juicy9592]

Dude... its the best looking bike out there wdym

[@ryancox3834]

Disagree so badly. One of the most beautiful bikes ever made

[@dirtlord358]

Just bought a ‘23. Thanks for the great review.

[@SuperEasy1337]

You say 'let's be honest here' as if you're stating fact. That's a bit arrogant, don't you think? I even agree a bit as I'm not someone who is a fan of the superpole graphics. Furthermore, while the 16 through 20 do look pretty good, the 21 and on look great, in my opinion.

[@flipsideracing]

It’s a great looking naked bike imo.😊

[@neilbenton1152]

I've a 2019 factory and bloody hell its a riot on wheels! The motor is unreal the dampers are unreal the looks are unreal! And its reliable, only niggle is no fuel gauge WTF and fuel consumption ain't great , just a fantastic bike ❤