Aprilia Tuono V4 1100RR review, test ride

On the road, the Tuono V4 1100RR is stable at all speeds, steering confidently wherever you point its nose, with no more effort required than expected of a big bike in this class. The RR’s suspension was set stiff and sporty on our ride, which assured the bike handled flawlessly around slow, fast and even bumpy corners. The steel-braided, line-equipped brakes offered powerful bite, and stopped the bike firmly every time. Overall, the 2015 Tuono excels in terms of handling.

To compete in India long term, and fight rival big bike makers at eye-level, Aprilia could consider expanding its dealer reach beyond Pune and Chandigarh, somehow bringing pricing down to meet rivals; Kawasaki, Ducati, Triumph and Benelli who are all taking advantage of lower duty on Asian import routes or assembling in India.

You can buy the 2015 Tuono V4 1100RR in India for Rs 17.99 lakh (ex-showroom, Pune), either in grey or blue, and Aprilia will import one in after you book. To conclude, the 2015 Tuono makes a really potent naked bike, sitting close to the top of its class. A no compromise electronics package, big power and confident handling do make the Tuono a really attractive, irresistible bike to ride. 

L/W/H                                2065/800/1090mm

Wheelbase                          1435mm

Fuel tank capacity              18.5litres

Dry weight                          184kg

Engine layout                      V-four, liquid-cooled, four-stroke

Displacement                      1077cc

Power                                  173bhp at 11000rpm

Torque                                12.2kgm at 9000rpm

Specific output                    160.6bhp per litre

Power to weight                  940.2bhp per tonne

Gearbox                              6-speed, 1-down, 5-up

Front suspension                 USD telescopic forks

Rear suspension                  Monoshock, alloy swingarm

Front brake                         320mm discs (ABS)

Rear brake                          220mm disc (ABS)

Wheels                                6-spoke alloy

Rim size (f-r)                       17 inches

Tyre size (f-r)                      120/70 x 17- 200/55 x 17 inches