Why the Aprilia RSV4 is the WORST motorcycle

Why the Aprilia RSV4 is the WORST SUPERBIKE
A lot people have been commenting about Aprilia and how unreliable they are. Today we'll talk about why Aprilia has such a bad reputation for being "unreliable" and why some people consider the Aprilia RSV4 to be the Worst Superbike.
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[@prathameshbhandiwadekar3591]

Bro is trolling every single myths of motorcycles. 😂😂😂 Keep it up Its daily routine to watch your videos. Keep it up man.

[@DannyP159]

Love the content dude! I just put a deposit down for a 2022 Tuono 660 Factory... The excitement is immeasurable

[@lg71185]

I like your material bro! Keep up the work. My favorite pinoy lol. Love the trolling of kay

[@moto_toko6871]

Thanks for taking the time to drop some knowledge on motorcycle engine history. Never even thought about Aprilia. Now I’ll give them a glance and really judge the book by it’s content, and I have to say Aprilia has a nice cover. 👍🏽

[@usering4951]

Always with imkay picture🤣🤣🤣 Good job🙌🙌

[@adobomoto]

With the what?

[@JagMoto636]

8:20 “that thing talks back to you” 😂

[@motoroadrunner9589]

I was confused about the title of this video. You started talking about every other bike being a pos basically and then aprilia being better. Love it. I didn't know much of any of this info so that's great thanks man. I have a s1000r and love it. Only problem is the cam chains on these bikes. But I really want a rsv4. Even more now after this video

[@MegaTechpc]

Got my 2018 RSV4RR in September of 2019 with 7 miles on it. It now has 9700 miles and the only thing I’ve done to it (besides oil changes and tires) was to get the front brake pad recall done. That’s it and it’s been dead reliable for every second I’ve owned it for 3+ years now. Just not looking forward to the valve check service due at 12k miles! She’s a great bike and I basically stole it from the dealer (got a leftover one year later for $15,400 otd)! I did a whole video on my channel about the RSV4 being the best deal for a super bike if you wanna check it out!

[@Ac22768]

Just wait.

[@DLHART619]

That’s awesome thank you for the info I’m currently looking for a bike got questions need insight

[@nicoleheaney3090]

I hope you get the RS660 to make more fun content. I like that you are honest and keep it real!

[@simhengdom6074]

Imagine I ask you that "can you make a video how to do a wheelie" and you made it that would be awesome 🤣

[@humannature3916]

First of all, I think it is super Astig that you acknowledge your heritage! Anyhow.. Kuya Adobo!! Just got a Tuono V4 with e5 emissions and I am finding it is overheating when it is 40mph and below. Kamusta yung RSV4 mo? Same problem?

[@vb72517]

Bought an RS 660 3 weeks ago... I really wanted an rsv4 but I was happy with anything Aprilia. The rs 660 has been a dream to be honest and is everything I need on the streets. I don't have a track really close by so I'm content with the 660 and the power it has. Am absolute joy to ride. Thanks for sharing about the RSV4 though. Perhaps one day I'll own one

[@rbhora6961]

Im buying a 2019 this week bro and im so freakin excited to ride nice infor man. More videos bro

[@neilgaming2127]

Do you like the Ducati streetfighter v4? I'm kinda liking it. I watch your short video's I remember u said you don't like naked bike. U prefer to buy sportbike and turn it into naked bike by changing the handlebars correct? (I've been into sportbike for a year. I'm thinking it's time to buy naked bike. I'm looking for my first naked bike, mt10 is kinda sexy to!)

[@adobomoto]

I like that bike because the internal gearing of the transmission is the same as the panigale. The difference is the final drive (sprockets)

[@nosteponpp4849]

I was about to cry after reading the title because I've just been hyping myself up looking at videos of the RSV4 because I want to get one as my step up from my 20 year old ZZR600

[@joeplem5329]

Do you have beef with imkay or just trolling, secret man crush wtf? Really like the content otherwise 🤷

[@adobomoto]

Beef with the what now?

[@michaelelias83]

I’m here for the chismis 🍵🫖

[@davidblevins9513]

It’s just his turn 😊

[@antoine9283]

Lmao IMKAY is such a poser literally 🤣

[@578_]

@@antoine9283 I agree lol he just buys bike and buys every bolt on for it and rides around. Can’t even go twelve o’clock, or do any track days with all them super bikes

[@RPMoto]

You had me rolling at budget Salt Papi LMAO!

[@holyshet20]

Adobro lowkey might be saying from experience that he did the first part and got a job, and now we here =))))

[@adobomoto]

Bwahahajahaja 😂😂😂

[@robertanna9964]

That's a lot of bikes to own. Do you study the depreciation curve for different bikes? Also, I'd like to see a video about your buying and service experience among the different brands.

[@adobomoto]

I do. I flipped motorcycles for over a decade. That’s how i’ve been able to make money owning many different motorcycles.

[@teddybear944.5]

You just reminded me I need to get my valve clearance done lol

[@urbanadventurer5]

Interesting bit of history. Recalls suck, and it is what it is, but I am starting to embrace the fact that Aprilia is no worse than most other manufactures. In fact, I just went to check out the RS660 and the Tuono 660 this morning and I REALLY liked the Tuono. I think I kind of like it more than the Triumph Street Triple 765 R to be honest. Those are my two favorites for a sport/track bike to add to the garage right now.

[@adobomoto]

I’d go 765 just for the extra power for the same price. I think the 765 has ohlins too right?

[@urbanadventurer5]

@@adobomoto Yeah, that’s a good point. The Aprilia felt nicer and I like the shop a little more, but you are correct, I would lose power and engine size by going that route.

[@urbanadventurer5]

@@adobomoto unfortunately, there’s no Ohlins on the R model. It’s Showa front and rear on that one. It’s adjustable though. You don’t get Ohlins in the rear until the more expensive RS and then full Ohlins I believe on the pricey Moto 2. I definitely think the Aprilia and Triumph bikes are some of the better values out there. I am still a bit torn because something made me form an emotional attachment with that Tuono 660 today. I just liked it. The place I went to is actually a speed shop, so they had a dyno and all of the stuff to be able to help you get the most out of the engine and the sales guy said most people are seeing around 90 HP from the Aprilia. The question I keep asking is do I really need more than that at 48 yo to have fun legally and at the track or am I just asking for trouble??? 😂

[@urbanadventurer5]

@@adobomoto I could also get about 5 more HP, lose about 3 lbs, and get the IMU and a quickshifter by paying $500 more for the Tuono 660 Factory. It doesn’t come with Ohlins suspension but I think it has upgraded KYB stuff.

[@WL2K]

@@urbanadventurer5 Well u should do what I did, and Im 45: Buy the Tuono.

[@kankit230]

Agree with almost everything but reliability is more than about not just breaking down, Japanese bikes spares are so easy to get compared to the Italian ones.

[@mattthon]

Exactly. Rsv4 is a lot more reliable than ppl think. Virtually the same design for over a decade. Tried. True. Tested. It’s just Italian. That’s it.

[@deankruse4491]

Nice video. My Aprilia dealer is 2 1/2 hour drive away and it sucks because I’ve got engine problems and it just complicates the issue. My 2019 Tuono burns a quart of oil every 1500 miles and I only have 4500 miles on the bike. My warranty expired two months ago so I’m on my own. In my opinion Aprilia should put a recall on these engines. The dealer tells me to be on the lookout for oil leaks because of a defective spark plug O-ring or gaskets or some shit on some bikes. That being said, I love this bike in every other way. Word to the wise, get the extended warranty.😅

[@adobomoto]

How many miles on the Ape dean?

[@deankruse4491]

@@adobomoto 4,500 miles.

[@shawnlack2027]

@@deankruse4491 burning Oil is Very Normal for the Ape and V4 in general, Stop Running 5w-40, Run 10-50 or 15-50, Road bikes burn oil, No Track ridden V4 burns oil.

[@shawnlack2027]

The Spark Plug Gasket takes under an Hour to change out, Insanely easy, Do it yourself or get a GSXR and Be Boring

[@deankruse4491]

@@shawnlack2027 thanks, I will give that a try (10W50). I have owned several street bikes in my life and none of them have burned oil. Never owned any V4s til my current bike though. 🤔

[@ApeRiderr]

I just had an issue pop up on my rsv4 this week. Bad starter relay. Most issues I hear with aprilias are electrical not with the engine.

[@jerseyboycustoms]

Yea, the 1st gen 1000 V4s had the valve issue, conrod issue, and then the 1100 had a 1 year valve issue. Otherwise, it's believed late model 1000s and 17-20 1100s are indestructible. The 21+ are getting effected by the same problems the 660s are, quality control has TANKED. Personally, I believe this to be from covid, the brand honestly has exploded so they can't keep up with demand, and the 660 engine failures are draining them financially. My 2018 tuono is at 6700 miles of absolute abuse and hasn't skipped a beat. I need to do my valves soon speaking of lol

[@bikerbros8693]

i personally know several aprilia dealers and they are good friends of mine. we do lots of trackdays and let me tell you one thing - NONE of them race or trackday any of their aprilias - because they dont trust their engines.. i was in the market to buy a rsv and they showed me so many opened engines of their customers that i finally bought a zx10r 2016 for the reliability issues. for street usage the aprilias are fine, for track usage you risk alot ...

[@jerseyboycustoms]

@bikerbros8693 I absolutely beat the shit out of my V4 and it took it like a champ with zero issues. I have quite a few people with the same on their V4s, just take the abuse and go. The very early V4s and 2016 V4s were known to drop a valve though, hence why I said late model 1000 v4 and the 17-20 cause they got sorted. The rs660 however, yea that was a shit show

[@bikerbros8693]

nice to hear a different oppinion my friend. I guess street riding aint the same stress as hard track usage@@jerseyboycustoms

[@alexdickinson5085]

I wanna ride with ya. I ride a RC51 and am located in Stanwood not sure how far up north that ride would be from you. I just want to hear the exhaust notes of the v4 and my vtwin side by side going down the road

[@Alic_R1]

mr adobo out here killing the game once again

[@11-vyoutube90]

I own a 2009 rsv4 r, In 2010 the engine was changed and now the bike’s have 65 000 km with the 2010 engine. But the first few years of the bike’s was regulated to 106 cv for the french rules

[@joejones2272]

Your absolutely right all bikes have there corks and people are the most unreliable but most importantly do your research before buying and have fun

[@eusouorui]

Got one Get the "thats really unreliable" a lot. I simply ask if they have had problems with theyrs. To what they answer "Oh I never owned one"

[@johnneustadt]

Would you recommend a r3 with abs for a brand new rider as a first bike?

[@lj7638]

Yes

[@viamoto8486]

One reason my eye is glued to this channel is because someone is making a noise about non-Japanese motorcycles, I'm still a newbie and had/have experience with 3 motorcycles, a ktm, honda, and a triumph. guess which 1 has issues e.g. handling issues bike pulls to the right, leaking water pump and keyless ignition getting stuck. - the reliable honda. lol!

[@dantheman9555]

I've been flogging my 2014 RSV4 that I converted to a track bike since 2018 (roughly 4,000km of its 11,000km life) never missed a beat. Every guy I meet at the track that has a RSV4 track bike says the same. It's almost like these things were built to do just one thing ? hmmmm

[@ARYAAN63]

Wth was that intro 😂 Btw it would be really appreciated if you make a video about every brand's super bikes bike and their known issues for each gen :)

[@MikeSmith-qs2nr]

Another great video.. beginning cracked me up 🤔 wondering if any crack heads can answer that 🤣. I like aprila but at 6'5 I believed I would be too tall. I did hear that the crank could be an issue on the 2010 model. Also interested to know what what bikes you've owned too

[@patrickspapens5497]

ridden it a few times, including the '22 and '23 Factory. I love these bikes, both over 3000 miles of riding and no issues whatsoever.

[@dopestylegaming3462]

Hey bro, you said that you’ve never owned a RC8 1190 but are you interested in owning one? I think they’re cool af but unfortunately outdated.

[@adobomoto]

The one i test rode wasn’t well taken care of, it rode like crap. But yeah, I definitely would. No Electronic aids on that bike - a pure race machine

[@samleorenz]

Adobo with another adobo content 💪 I’m sure I’m not the only one who appreciate those appreciation stops to just stop and admire the bike, borderline therapeutic. Keep ‘em coming 🔥 looking forward to the grom content.

[@adobomoto]

Can’t believe some of you want grom content lol

[@samleorenz]

@@adobomoto Any bike content as long as it has Adobo humor 🤣

[@kc4692]

Lol spot on 'its the owners' i'm a long time vfr owner, rider, wrench. Like the vids bud.

[@dougiequick1]

Well manufacturers EARN bad reputations when their new models have a bunch of trouble...the first year of RS660s has severe troubles and THAT alone gave Aprilia a bad reputation....they messed up!

[@ericleeSupSayK]

My 2016 dropped a valve and needed to replace a cylinder head at 14,000 km. Paid 4k cad to replace and fix using used parts. Wasn’t a good experience

[@jayztwowheels2109]

I can’t believe the amount of people who rely on dealers. If I’m gonna die from a loose bolt it’s gonna be my fault 😅

[@2pist]

I totally agree.

[@jakee_117]

Hot tick,dropped valves, plastic coolant couplings is about all

[@colin55594]

My neighbors would say the worst things about aprilia is the cold start 😂

[@earthlyng_official4599]

I wanna hear your opinions on the R7

[@adobomoto]

Made a couple videos on it already

[@Navieri]

I owned a 21 RSV4 Factory and the only reason I got rid of it was because a 2020 Panigale V4S fell into my lap and I prefered everything the Ducati had, aside from the noise wasnt as good as the rsv4 but its still amazing so I couldn't say no. I will say my RSV4 never left me stranded and sounded amazing, I'll definitely own another one some day. The dealer was a pain to work with though

[@adobomoto]

Both great. I see more ducatis, so i got ride of my panigale

[@Navieri]

@@adobomoto Fair enough. Around me you don't see any Italian bikes only Japanese. I'm also buddies with a lot of the guys at my Ducati dealer so it was an easy choice. You're right though they're both amazing and I'm not gonna die till I get another RSV4 haha mine was stock so I didn't get to hear that beast unleashed

[@FirstLast-tx3yj]

​@@adobomotois it true that the heat is unbearable on the feet?

[@cruzanbum3108]

2005 CBR1000rr- no recalls, 52,000 miles on it, runs great.

[@nameless5r]

I own an F3 800 and i don't recommend agusta because of all the issues. I'm looking at replacing it with an rsv4 or panigale v4. Just can't decide which one.

[@pranavhb1716]

Him 9 days ago : why Aprilia is the most iconic super bike Him now : aprilia is the worst super bike 🗿

[@adobomoto]

😂😂 did you watch the video?

[@nolanfrank582]

In my opinion, the Aprilia is the best looking MotoGP bike. But obviously not a road bike.

[@adobomoto]

Love the purple

[@melvincannell9449]

My rsv4rf limited edition has never missed a beat super reliable only problem is hot start issues but apart from that im super happy with it

[@MotoNuks]

glad I watched your video man. Thinking of getting a 2013 RSV4 Factory ABS. Any thoughts on that specific bike? Thanks!

[@ThatMT09]

did you get it?

[@MotoNuks]

@@ThatMT09 Yes and I instantly fell in love.

[@ThatMT09]

@@MotoNuks is it giving you any problems? planning to get one too

[@MotoNuks]

@@ThatMT09 the one that I got just had a few leaks from the coolant hoses and air in the thermostat. Also had an almost dead batt that I replaced. I guess it would depend on how it was taken care of by the previous owner.

[@ThatMT09]

@@MotoNuks no major issues? im planning to get a 2013 yr mdl with 12,500 miles.

[@n300zx931]

I’ve got a 2020 bmw 1000rr m package and it’s been a pain. I think I’ve worked though the issues though

[@marcelodonadio1544]

My 2010 rsv4 Factory has 41.700 km now, only valve checks and ordinary maintenance. But always check the oil level

[@shawnlack2027]

Il argue any day the RSV4 Engines is the Strongest Motor out of any other, The only “Failures” are the Spark Plug Gaskets lol Insanely easy to change, and the Stator cover, it just needs a Gasket, also very easy, otherwise what issues? other then bad Owner ship

[@myaccount6905]

Well when Aprilia put 100% antifreeze in the bikes they roll out of the factory and the engines run hot/switch off due to that it’s when people start to talk… 🤷‍♂️

[@GenghisKhan311]

Drain it and replace with engine ice. New bike are fine though

[@greenmarine5]

Does anyone ever look at you and think you're crazy waving your hands around at the stop light 🙂 LOL!

[@sujanvincent2075]

the "ball-sack control" took me out fr lmao

[@skatman3872]

I bought a 16 rf,I put 13 000 miles on it,not one problem, no oil leaks or anything

[@PhiltyRuxspin]

Had the 2005 MV Augusta F4, it was uncomfortable as fuck and no dealer support whatsoever. I traded my 13 cbr1000rr for a 2013 RC8R, best pure analog bike I’ve ever owned. Biggest mistake of my life getting rid of that bike

[@ke0kie]

my 2009 R1 motor blew up for the same cause, side to side / bad design. Really killed my view on Yamaha, I had like 5 other Yamaha sport bikes previously too.

[@christopherferrell2756]

I believe in 2010 MV Agust came out with their 2nd generation F4, which was a v4 with 186hp. Have to rep my favorite (often overlooked)brand. Love your vlog, thank you for your efforts. Grateful.

[@marinerabbit9441]

The MV f4 is absolutely not a V4. It’s an I4 and you can tell that by the sound. Look it up if you don’t believe me

[@RiderInRed]

Definitely an inline 4, not a V4. Trust me I Iknow my MV Agustas. Actually on the look out for an F4 to go with my F3 series oro :D

[@TheG60528XiJinPing]

Ok Chris

[@Ac22768]

It is unreliable. I’ve had 3 fail. You’ll drop a valve. Convince yourself all you want, but it will let you down. Trust me.

[@adobomoto]

Should learn to check your valve clearances and do it early

[@dg8062]

You live in Tacoma bro?

[@ClutchUpIndia]

Cool videos Broooo

[@darkpylo27]

Love the content adobo, keep it up and mabuhay!

[@adobomoto]

Salamat

[@molarmassz]

why is there a sticker of imkay on the dashboard

[@ChrisW-fj8bt]

This for sure got demonetized lmfaoooo I'm dying over here.

[@kimosabe2171]

Unsolicited advice! He may have cut in front of you at the end of this video because you were in the far left side of the left lane (in the blindspot). It helps to be closer to the lane divider. I know it feels weird to be physically close to the cars in the next lane over but at least they will see you in their side view mirrors!!!

[@adobomoto]

Good point. As long as I can see them coming, i’m not too bothered by it now. Im a bit more understanding now that im older

[@marktarascio4766]

When you first got it you're bike didn't stink..now it does and it's not roses.

[@knicknack2472]

Idk I love my 2018 RSV4, the sound of that motor is just 😊

[@joaoalegrio6433]

6:48 what? The MV Agusta F4 is Perfect

[@riderdie1603]

Well…. Check out aprilia forums, pre 2017 models are known for blowing engines. However, if you don’t ride it long, and don’t ride the track you’ll be fine. I’m a dude who put 60k miles on his tracked sv so I live my bullet proof engines.

[@sethl8905]

Riding your RSV4 on public roads averaging 25mph... You should get a 50cc scooter you will be much happier I think.

[@CallMeHalo]

I have a 2008 CBR1000RR and I can 1000% confirm that they do consume oil and blow :/

[@sburns2421]

Wouldn’t some of them burn a quart every 300 miles?

[@CallMeHalo]

@@sburns2421ya my buddies 09 does and 08-11 are literally the same but mine burns about a quart every 1200 miles

[@carbonsanity3792]

That wasn't the issue with the 15 R1. I also owned one. And mine went for 17k miles no issues before someone hit me and totalled it.

[@adobomoto]

Not all of them were affected, but yamaha wouldn’t have remedied the issue in 2016 if it wasn’t an issue.

[@MrErlybyrd]

love both my Rsv4 factory and my v4s ducati ...

[@wolkanthon]

I think that if you ride brand new aprilia rsv4 on first 1500 km calm and carefully it wont make a problem and i believe that if you dont push the bike always on maximum limits it will be reliable enough

[@emjaylloren4486]

Sir maiba lang po ng topic mahirap po ba makakuha ng license sa US? Unlike dito saten na pwede non appearance 😆 compared sa US super higpit po ba?

[@adobomoto]

No definitely not hard

[@blehlast3639]

thank you for being real.

[@xorbe2]

Tuono 660 initial quality, and the Tuono V4 with down spec valve stems didn't help the image

[@adobomoto]

I like to wait for the “new” to be not new before i buy

[@royaltys1k272]

carl never rides his bike LOL, but then again i never ride mine so oh well

[@MotoGrapherOfficial]

So was planning to get an Aprilia RSV4, youTubed it. Saw your video and managed to see the first couple of minutes. Shocked to see myself in your video at kzbin.info/www/bejne/aXmnlYN4it6HnrM , went and checked my face in the mirror just to be sure.

[@themotoseoul]

Adobo thinks my MV Agusta is ugly….

[@adobomoto]

The only thing that matters is your opinion man

[@themotoseoul]

@@adobomoto Really? ...I was hoping to get the approval from EVERYONE on the internet! 😜

[@isaiahbrown4536]

2011 was when APRC was added not 2012

[@DonaldJuliano]

We all about that ballsack control lol 😆. I'm dead 💀

[@jordyqshorts2025]

She literally said that thing talks back to you😂😂

[@patrickjohansson3076]

Rsv4 rr seems to be a good bike bang for buck as well... but I DONT like the colours scheme on the new ones.. go look from 2010 all up to 2020 sooo good but now im like wuuuut hell naaa😢😢

[@EpicPredator01]

That sassy lady lmaooo

[@adobomoto]

😂

[@Stripping_Bolts]

Im buying a 21 rsv4 factory this week with 300 miles for 19k

[@jayztwowheels2109]

Brutale RR is pretty nice

[@phantomnus]

The Aprilia RSV4 is my dream bike, one day, if I ever hit the lotto

[@compassionatepatriot242]

Like the vid the aprilia is my dream bike can't shell out the dough yet so stick with getting my vfour fix on my 1991 honda vfr750 😂 love the vfours though nothing like it!

[@Chaotic69]

Then, why is youtube plenty of videos with problems about reliability on rsv4/tuono ?

[@adobomoto]

People with issues are always the loudest

[@butternuts842]

I can't get an RSV4 cause I'm poor and young so insurance is a quarter of the price of the bike

[@Draecko]

Aprilia is just not for me, I hate the design and back here in Holland every sweaty Acne-faced teenager rides an Aprilia moped so the brand doesn't sell it to me either.

[@garyparietti5124]

But rsv4 engines do blow tf up for no reason sometimes it’s quite common.. I’d even say it’s more common than any of the superbikes from the big 4.. don’t have numbers on it but I’ve never heard of a big 4 supersport blowing up out of nowhere without neglect being involved besides the 15r1.. rsv4 heard about 3 cases just from people I know. Apparently no neglect either

[@jayh5641]

Well explained bro. Aprilias work full stop. Only thing lacking is dealer network. But the bikes are solid man 😎

[@Pssueu]

Ducatis are better than aprilia

[@garyjarvis8354]

@@Pssueuthat’s a opinion honestly. But what does make the Aprilla better is the price point

[@Pssueu]

@@garyjarvis8354 both are similar in price points Ducati has range of varietys models etc And tbh Ducatis has more dealerships and service centers for repair compared to Aprilia