The 2021 Aprilia RSV4 Factory Is Awesome

[@MotoJitsu]

FYI these are all old bike reviews back by popular demand. linktr.ee/GregWidmar

[@Irfan87]

Every rider should experience a V4 once in their lives.

[@BodybuildingSteve]

vfr gang shoutout

[@Irfan87]

@@BodybuildingSteve Yesss, absolutely.

[@blur3253]

​@@BodybuildingStevesoon to be

[@masculinespeaks]

​@@BodybuildingSteve98 vfr 800. Best motorcycle ever made

[@joelbrittenour8197]

Or own one. 2001 Honda VFR, Yoshimura Exhaust.

[@gonzo221]

I owned a 2017 Tuono Factory for about 28k miles and it is still my favorite bike I've owned. I just clicked with it. The engine has a ton of character and low down usability. So fun to row that bike through the gears. Great video dude.

[@SongJLikes]

“ I just clicked with it. “ You touched on one of the most subtle-yet-awesome dynamics of modern Aprilia’s; once you’ve gotten used to the bike for a handful of miles, the control becomes perfectly intuitive… it makes the riding seem almost telepathic at ~35mph+ They are very easy machines to ‘become one with’… (I think I rattled off every cliche in the riding-description-ejaculation handbook, including this remark 🤦‍♂️ but it’s all true 🤷‍♂️ ) Now, reliability? Different story. That’s a roll of the dice with each individual bike. Some machines are bulletproof, others enigmas. Or whatever the word ‘enigma’ is in Italian.

[@R-Tap]

Now that the bike is gone, how do you get your kicks?, crack? 😂 Anything Aprilia is 😍. I'm considering my 1st, a 2025 RS660 Factory.

[@SongJLikes]

@ - The rs660 is a remarkable choice, but 14k for one? I dunno… I’d say use that extra $2k+ for the Sc Project exhaust and tune… you can slowly embellish it as you wish over time

[@gonzo221]

@@R-Tap I have a few bikes right now. Streetfighter V4s, BMW s1000xr, Speed triple 1200rs. I try to split my seat time as much as possible with them but I always end up on the BMW it seems.

[@ArchimedeanEye]

The thinking man's Ducati

[@DookeyRidr]

the Euro man’s Honda VFR 😊

[@nadanadanada7197]

The discerning gentleman V4 machine to get up to most unsavory shenanigans.

[@Waldo1122]

MotoJitsu on a bike with a folded plate LOL!!!

[@JoaquimGonsalves]

I totally get it. hehe but its not his bike after all. We're all grown adults and we can only advise people so much. Its her choice and if she's fine and able to stay safe with it then that's her preference. Not for MotoJitsu to say anything here.

[@RideNGrind]

And stealth mirrors which are effectively useless

[@wobblysauce]

Controll and knowing when to do it is a thing most don't get.

[@Jon-nz3dm]

@@RideNGrind Who needs safety when your bike can just look cooler

[@RideNGrind]

@@Jon-nz3dm exactly! I have them on my ninja 400 cause the stock mirrors were just so ugly and I can just turn my head. Probably won't put them on my RS660. Maybe...

[@CunningStuntsGoFast]

i had 2 dozen superbikes since the mid 90s , last decade i raced panigales , the 1199 and the v4s . now i got a 24 tuono because i was sold on it when i rode 400 meter on it . the sound , the engine , the cornering , the engine , the easy of making a corner perfect and the engine are unmatched . never thought some naked 10 year old designed bike could make my heart rev like it does

[@tristandauod]

So, how’s the engine?😉😂

[@CunningStuntsGoFast]

@ yeah forgot bout the engine 😛 its great

[@DanielSanchez-bj7to]

This is my favorite episode. Got good laughs and got to see you shred 👍

[@cableguy6843]

I bought the RS457 ,totally stoked about my bike . I bought this bike not for speed but for the look of it and handling . I've owned many bikes, from zx6 to Ducati SS ,dual sport, including Harley . Im all done with going crazy fast .For cruising , I have a Ducati scrambler icon which I love to ride. Yeah so I'm happy with the Aprilia RS457 .

[@R-Tap]

All their bikes look like their big bikes, amazing. Like the way an E Class looks like an S Class. I'm considering my 1st Aprilia, a 2025 RS660 Factory. It would only be my 2nd bike ever, and my 1st sport bike. I should have got a Tuono 660 as my 1st bike, I didn't, I have an itch......

[@FedericoLucchi]

My brother had the same bike (a few years older) with a similar exhaust. When I tried it I literally almost shat my pants. My own bike is a 150cc "naked", so I'm used to give a little throttle before releasing the clutch after shifting. If the RSV4 didn't have wheelie-protection, I would have crashed. CRAZY power and sound, but still incredibly stable and safe thanks to its advanced traction control. If I wanted a liter bike, I would totally buy this one

[@Kimchi_qi]

I agree with you on the super loud exhausts. Fun for 5 minutes then headache. I dislike being on track with loud RSV4s. Being behind them blows 🤪 but I’m sure they are fun bikes to ride.

[@RB52Dogan]

Bratatata sound on your face

[@TTRC]

@RB52Dogan 👉🤢👈

[@blackonefifty]

Greatest sound on two wheels. Seconded by the CP4. (IMHO, anyway.) Wish these things weren’t so damn expensive 😂

[@joelbrittenour8197]

Buy Honda v-4

[@hyper_channel]

bro is starstruck by a bike :D But I totally understand, I would take that bike over the BMW or the Ducati, crazy machine.

[@irishtrash5]

I loved that bike. I've ridden both the stock 2021, and a fully flashed 2019, they're both ridiculously fun.

[@gitoberg1]

I have the v2 Mille 2005 only got it a couple of months ago can’t wait for next season it’s crap weather here at the minute have a new exhaust to go on it at the weekend , I’m 6,5 and it’s actually pretty comfortable glad you reviewed the ape 😀

[@mrk02mrk]

I own a 21 tuono v4 with the same exhaust. Awesome bike! Now i know i chose the right bike if it puts a laugh on motojitsu’s face. 😂 review is spot on accurate.

[@RideWithQuay]

Couldnt be better timing on this video. Looking at buying one right now

[@JasonStJohn-my1cs]

You should be able to use the mode button while driving once you close and open the throttle it goes to the setting

[@CarlosGonzalez-kb3ck]

you'd probably like the Tuono too, same bike but with handlbars isntead of clip-ons

[@englishsteel-nz6im]

Everyone likes the Tuono lol, tbh tho the RSV4 ergonomics aren't that bad I find them comfortable even for sport-street riding. The Tuono is in the more aggressive ergo naked bikes anyway unlike the MT series which is super upright. All of these bikes anyway are overkill for the street I ride the RS660 for canyon carving lol

[@JoaquimGonsalves]

1:14 personally dislike those mirrors. They certainly look cool especially on sharply* designed Italian bikes. But functionally for me, I've never get them.

[@ChrisVanMiddelkoop]

The gloss black and red looks so good. I don't like the flat black.

[@wobblysauce]

Yep, multipurpose mirrors, when at the track they could almost be wings.

[@mariom5193]

NIce bike, I knew that I already saw it on your channel. Not really kind of 'daily use' machine for me but it's definitely great do have a friend with one that can let you play with it once in a while😃

[@jimbostewart1969]

Does the Factory have a pit lane limiter also ? Rode the Misano Edition n loved how the pit lane limiter was absolutely perfect on it.

[@therealsambodian]

It should, my 19 Tuono Factory does. However, it doesn't sound as cool as other bikes in its class imo

[@jasonbridges279]

Yea…it’s in the race mode…it’s the cruise control controls

[@m.teddybear7918]

Yes its a “slip on” but it gets rid of the cat and the muffler, so a full exhaust wouldn’t sound any “louder” per say but yeah I guess youd gain just a little hp and a little less weight if opting for full titanium

[@robertmills794]

You'd have to quiet that down a lot to have it as a daily. It sounds amazing though,.. and would be a real peach on the track. Last I knew those ran notoriously hot.

[@superduperkid3143]

This is the thing lately in the motorcycle creator community lately. The best bike is the one I'm riding. Maybe every bike just makes you feel like that. Hmmm

[@tindalowos]

i think people ask about the speed because the camera makes it look slower than it is. basically a good quality camera setup is better than your eyes when it comes to smoothness while on a bike lol

[@viktorskarlatov8227]

Top 2 bike for me along with the V4R.

[@FriePaul1337]

I'm on the fence with the new RSV4 and the new BMW S1000RR. When you do the direct comparison with the S1000RR, you'll have to let me know the difference. I am neck and neck with each of these.

[@alexnunes5186]

I have an xsr900 with Termignoni pipes. Oh my, it is noisy but bass on the notes, so it is not so bad in volume.

[@TheKevphil]

How long had your friend had it? Did she say anything about reliability? I've heard bad things about the brand...

[@dc4go999]

17:45 riding on oil trail is not a good idea. You should stay left or right of it much safer. Sick bike

[@Deetroiter]

Funny how loud it is that nobody in the freeway wants to drive next to you 😂

[@Captain-Donut]

🙏❤️ Love from Scotland ❤️🙏

[@mario.chichmanov]

The best earplugs in my opinion are the Alpine Motosafe (Tour version)

[@ivo960576]

I agree 👍!

[@djz2308]

My only issue with Aprilia is that it's sized for "short kings" - average height people look like they're riding a grom on these

[@joshuasampson530]

Have you rode an rsv4 bro? They’re definitely higher than other sport bikes

[@thx1275]

Definitely not true lol I am 5’6 and my rsv4 is super tall. I can get the tip of my tippy toe down on each side thats it

[@aidan6557]

Is this a re-upload?

[@sdbobbyt]

Wait, you are in Santee, right by my place! That's my Carl's.

[@paulclough8920]

Nice Bike. Thanks for Sharing!

[@JosephRsv4]

Dream bike fs is a 21+ aprilia

[@BrendenRP]

Typo?

[@dunkone40]

I've been a fan of Aprilia since the early 2000s. There's only one dealership within an hour of my house though. I don't know anyone who knows how to work on them. Are they reliable and easy to find parts for?

[@nana-eh6ni]

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@lucascarracedo7421]

No to all, but they are the most enjoyable bikes you could ride despite of all that. For some reason they have always paled under the perceived image of Ducati as THE premium Italian brand, but Aprilias are insanely good, and much more interesting in mi opinion.

[@dominator716]

No, not reliable at all.....parts take forever and finding an authorized dealer is next to impossible. I just sold my Tuono and the only thing I miss is the engine sound.

[@lucascarracedo7421]

@@dominator716 yeah exactly. They are awesome bikes, but it's basically a nightmare to sort out issues in pretty much all cities in the world. Maybe living in Italy it would be better, I don't know. But overall there's a lot of things to be concerned about if something goes wrong.

[@dominator716]

@@lucascarracedo7421 I really wanted to love it, I wanted to sooo bad...the bike sounds great, looks great......but their quality control is awful. Not to mention this is a 25k bike and the everything feels really plastic like. I would think for a bike this pricey that the fit and finish would be better.

[@Kellopyoung]

Think when u tune it u get a race mode on it

[@jthetrader5255]

Love the bike...until it overheats 😔.....

[@dominator716]

Engine sounds good, but there are many issues with these bikes, they overheat, they are not speedy when it comes to getting parts, the gas gauge will almost certainly go (had 3 and the 3rd one still needs to be replaced,) the paint is horribly thin, not many dealerships to get authorized work done. Check out the BBB for more info before you purchase. I traded in my 21 tuono V4 factory because it was one thing after another.

[@MotoJoshP]

Counterpoint... My Aprilia has been flawless. 🤷‍♂ Would buy another. Plan to actually.

[@dominator716]

@@MotoJoshP You got lucky, last time I was in the shop, there were 5 people all waiting for the same thing (float switch or sending unit) . it's a crap shoot if you get a good one or not. Can do a quick google search for gas gauge issues and Aprilia. Not to mention that I heard that 1 of those 5 people had to wait another 3 months for the sending unit as they only had a few available to ship to the dealer.

[@ericespinosa7656]

I hear u on that they suck I would get an r1

[@carlostonebanks]

I've got the '22 Tuono V4 RR, and of course, you're right about the overheating and the gauge problem. I've got 18k km on mine and replaced the gauge sensor already, but I've heard that this may be due to the ethanol on North American gas (we have it here in Canada, too) causing part degradation. There may also be issues with the coolant Aprilia ships with to North America. The electronics are sophisticated, but the sensors can be temperamental, too. But when you're riding the bike, you don't care one bit. It's amazing.

[@dominator716]

@@carlostonebanks Yes, its an incredible engine.....I really miss the sound and that animal feeling. I am glad that I don't have to stop at every gas station because I don't know exactly how much gas I have. The MPG ranges SO much. Also, if you haven't, try Engine Ice coolant. It gave me a few degrees difference, still had to turn bike off at the light during summer, though.

[@mikaelhuostila4005]

Is this an old repost?

[@arafathkamath8745]

beautiful bike

[@xclent1975]

Good luck hooking up with Samantha 😂btw that seat looks too thin to be remotely comfortable. I prefer my comfy Ninja 1000sx

[@EfferusZangetsu]

Trust me, Aprilia seats are amazing, by far the most comfortable of any stock or aftermarket seat I had so far. And I own a 2023 Ninja 1000SX. It's isn't even close to my Aprilia RS660's seat.

[@whatnever]

@@EfferusZangetsu for how long uve ridden rs660? any issues so far? it seems like a great motorcycle but ofc reliability makes me suspicious

[@EfferusZangetsu]

@@whatnever I wanted this bike since it came out, but like you said, reliability kept me away. I bought it finally last spring, had no issues whatsoever. 2023 and up have all the problems from the first generations ironed out.

[@EfferusZangetsu]

@@whatnever And I am dumb, my RS is a 2024 model. I have no idea why I wrote 2023 in the comment above.

[@whatnever]

@@EfferusZangetsu guess that the model will only get better with time, in terms of riding experience it is only praised

[@verdeboyo]

🤣👍🏻Its the kinda bike that makes you feel like you're on a MotoGP bike. I own a 2017 RSV4-RF and wow on the track you really feel the Force! Awesome bikes!

[@poundthatpavement652]

I thought it's a 1100cc bike?

[@tjey379]

Ha ha ha, Delilah, that's a good one. But I love the fact that she made her money and then rewarded herself now that's some good leaving. Vicarious over here...

[@aramparonian7914]

Rev that thing man😢

[@guzziman]

Great bike to ride, but is it great bike to own? Aprillia and all???? And 31 MPG ouch..... but great bike no question

[@Jon-nz3dm]

Now imagine being inside of a tank in WW2

[@ShopTunes999]

I love the CGI Speedometer

[@robertplavsic671]

Get yourself a er6 instead. Suits you better

[@jdesmo1]

A motorcycle masterpiece, ruined by stupid mods.

[@dudeitswillis]

3:42 HUH!?

[@rsiksUser]

Get one. Start riding a bit faster. Be fun

[@Ulxaaf]

Why so slow?

[@ChrisVanMiddelkoop]

Oh shit!

[@handle690]

The facia looks dated on this bike

[@mario.chichmanov]

The what?

[@jamesking4225]

🧐

[@ricardo6861]

LITRE KINGS ENGLISH PLEASE

[@KenStar335]

I'm annoyed at your non stop complains 😂

[@BarnettSpeedSuzukiThou]

Bet he dare not buy one

[@uttamjeetsingh7451]

Incognito? Lame. It's about letting the bike breathe, perform and run better. Those junk stock exhausts suck.

[@Nervedraz]

Nice bike but they aren’t known to be reliable…..

[@thenovalabs]

Boring af and provided no unique information or experience

[@Filthy_Goblin_44]

Those folding side mirrors are gross. Definitely red flag for a noob rider

[@jasonbridges279]

1099cc…just saying RSV4 1100 Factory. 🫠 I love the SC Exhaust…I should use my earplugs more often. We need the loud exhaust in Houston…gotta be seen nd heard here…crazy out here bro

[@GenghisKhan311]

Same in Florida

[@triyo1089]

No idea if you’ve tested the s/m1000r but id love to see what u think of the bmw hypernakeds 🫡