
Tuono V4 1100 Factory voted Best Super Naked in 2019 MCN Awards
Tuono V4 1100 Factory recognised as class-leader in annual Motorcycle News Awards
Aprilia is proud to announce that the Tuono V4 1100 Factory has won the award for Best Super Naked in the 2019 MCN Awards.
The Tuono V4 1100 Factory beat competition from rival manufacturers including BMW, KTM and Yamaha to take the prize for Best Super Naked in the 2019 MCN Awards, the results of which were announced today.
For 2019 the top-spec Factory model benefits from the addition of Öhlins Smart EC 2.0 semi-active suspension and steering damper. After riding the bike at its launch in Italy Michael Neeves, MCN’s Chief Road Tester said, “Aprilia have somehow managed to improve the unimprovable.” Read his full review here and watch the review here.
Simon Greenacre, Marketing Communications Coordinator at Aprilia/Piaggio Group in the UK said, “The Tuono V4 1100 Factory is a sensational package. It’s all there on paper – an astounding V4 engine complimented by a suite of cutting-edge electronics and high-spec parts from the likes of Brembo and Öhlins, all built around the frame from the RSV4 superbike. The result when riding is a perfect blend of power, poise, precision and pleasure. The Tuono V4 1100 Factory is often hailed as the perfect sports road bike and Aprilia is delighted that MCN has recognised its excellence with this accolade.”
Representing state-of-the-art in technology, the Tuono V4 1100 Factory is equipped with sophisticated electronic management that includes an advanced dynamic controls package with APRC, cornering ABS, quick shift active even in downshifting, pit limiter and cruise control. The unique 175 hp 65° V4 engine and racing frame provide unparalleled performance. Simply unrivalled, the Aprilia Tuono V4 has consistently been voted as one of the most exciting and exquisite motorcycles ever built.
The award for Best Super Naked from MCN is the second to be bestowed on the Tuono V4 1100 Factory in 2019, with the first coming from Auto Trader, which decreed the top-of-the-range Tuono to be its Best Naked in its 2019 Best Bike Awards.

APRILIA TUONO 660 FACTORY
23 November 2021, Milan, Italy – Descending directly from the Tuono V4 Factory, and inheriting its key values, the new Tuono 660 Factory boasts considerable equipment and performance. At 181kg and 100 HP, the Tuono 660 Factory is lighter, more powerful and sophisticated, and flaunts first-rate equipment.
The Factory versions of Aprilia sports bikes have always been flagship products, dedicated to the most demanding and skilled riders, who can appreciate the quality of the most sophisticated outfitting. Now, the Factory trim is also available for the Tuono 660, which makes for a Tuono with unparalleled dynamic qualities, the most efficient and fun to use on the road and a true generator of emotions, accessible to everyone. All this, while respecting the Aprilia 660 project that promises bikes with a sensational weight/power ratio that are lightweight, high-performance, and built around the brand-new latest generation Aprilia parallel twin.
With respect to Tuono 660, already widely recognised and appreciated by the public and critics for its outstanding chassis qualities, Tuono 660 Factory boasts a more sophisticated suspension, better suited to sports riding. The Kayaba fork with 41 mm stanchions is fully adjustable in its compression and rebound damping and spring pre-load, while the Sachs shock with a separate reservoir is also adjustable in its compression and rebound damping and spring pre-load.
There is an even better weight/power ratio, one of the main goals for all new Aprilia 660 models and already outstanding on the Tuono 660, thanks to the adoption of a light lithium battery that contributes to reducing the overall weight by roughly 2 kg (the kerb weight is now 181 kg) and also better engine performance.
A compact and lightweight latest-generation engine, the 660 cc forward-facing twin with DOHC timing and four valves per cylinder is the result of experience gained with the very powerful engine that equips RSV4, from which the construction philosophy and basic concepts derive. The engine has a load-bearing function and houses the aluminium swingarm in its rear section. Combustion is asymmetric and offset by 270° to obtain irregular combustion which translates into performance and sound similar to that of a V-twin. The maximum power is upped from 95 HP with the Tuono 660 to 100 HP with the Tuono 660 Factory. The engine boasts even more drive in acceleration, thanks to the use of a shorter final drive, with a 16-tooth pinion gear, one less than Tuono 660. The maximum torque remains unchanged, with 67 Nm at 8500 rpm, 80% of which is available from 4000 rpm, or 90% on reaching 6250 rpm.
Tuono 660 Factory offers a full suite of APRC electronic controls with a Ride-by-Wire electronic accelerator and six-axis inertial platform as standard. The latter, thanks to the accelerometers and gyroscopes it contains, is able to recognise the bike's condition with respect to the road, recording and processing the inputs that result from riding and sending the data to a control unit that intervenes to optimise the control parameters. The Tuono 660 Factory APRC includes ATC (Aprilia Traction Control), adjustable traction control characterised by high-performance intervention strategies; AWC (Aprilia Wheelie Control), the adjustable wheelie control system; ACC (Aprilia Cruise Control) to maintain a steady speed without using the throttle; AQS (Aprilia Quick Shift), the electronic gearbox that allows for very rapid shifting without closing the throttle or using the clutch. It is also equipped with the downshift function, to allow for clutchless downshifting; AEB (Aprilia Engine Brake), the adjustable system to control engine braking when closing the throttle; AEM (Aprilia Engine Map), with different mappings via which to alter the engine's character and delivery.
Tuono 660 Factory also benefits from multi-map Cornering ABS. With its extremely contained weight and dimensions, the system is able to optimise braking and ABS intervention through the corners, thanks to a specific algorithm that constantly monitors various parameters such as lateral acceleration, the pressure applied to the front brake lever, and the lean, pitch and yaw angle, modulating the braking action in order to optimise the ratio between deceleration and stability.
As with the Tuono 660, there are five customisable Riding Modes (three for road use and two for track use) to simplify life on-board. The rider needs only to choose the Riding Mode that best interprets his or her riding needs in order to automatically obtain the best settings in terms of traction control, wheelie control, engine brake, ABS and the other managed parameters. Adoption of the inertial platform has also allowed for activation of the “bending lights” function, incorporated into the front LED light cluster complete with perimeter DRL (this pair of additional lights illuminate the entire corner, increasing visibility when leaning).
With its reduced surfaces effectively highlighting a dynamic, sports character, the bike's design stands out for the innovative double fairing that serves as an aerodynamic appendage. The pressure of the air channelled between the two walls contributes to optimising stability at high speeds and, at the same time, increases rider comfort by protecting against direct air flow, also deflecting the hot air extracted from the engine. The Tuono 660 Factory version is further enhanced with the aggressive and sporty Factory Dark graphics and the presence of the single-seat tail fairing , painted in black and red and supplied as standard together with the passenger seat and footpegs. These pegs, like those of the rider, are the same as those of the Aprilia RS 660 but lighter.
Aprilia Tuono 660 Factory – Technical Data
Engine type |
Aprilia forward-facing parallel twin-cylinder, four stroke, liquid-cooled with radiator and water-oil heat exchanger, DOHC with silent chain on the right side, four valves per cylinder. |
Bore and stroke |
81 x 63.93 mm |
Engine capacity |
659 cc |
Compression ratio |
13.5:1 |
Maximum power at crankshaft |
100 HP (73.5 kW) at 10,500 rpm |
Maximum torque at crankshaft |
67 Nm (6.83 kgm) at 8500 rpm |
Fuel system |
Airbox with front air vent. Two Ø48 mm throttle bodies, Ride-by-wire management |
Ignition |
Electrical |
Lubrication |
Wet sump |
Transmission |
Six gears with Aprilia Quick Shift (AQS) up and down system |
Clutch |
Multiplate wet clutch with slipper system |
Secondary drive |
Chain, drive ratio 16/43 |
Electronic management |
6-axis IMU, APRC suite that includes ATC (traction control), AWC (wheelie control), AEB (engine brake) AEM (engine mapping), ACC (cruise control) 5 riding modes (Road and Track, 3 pre-set and 2 customisable) |
Chassis
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Aluminium dual beam chassis with removable seat-supporting subframe |
Front suspension
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KayabaØ 41 mm upside down fork with top out spring, aluminium pins to fasten radial callipers. Both stanchions allow for rebound, compression and spring pre-load adjustment. Wheel travel: 110 mm |
Rear suspension
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Asymmetric aluminium swingarm. Single shock with top out spring and separate reservoir, adjustable in rebound, compression and spring pre-load. Wheel travel: 130 mm |
Front brake
Rear brake
ABS |
320 mm double disc Brembo radial callipers with fourØ horizontally opposed 32 mm pistons. Radial pump and metal braided brake hose |
220 mm diameter disc; Brembo calliper with twoØ 34 mm separate pistons. Master cylinder with separate reservoir and metal braided hose
Multi-map Cornering ABS |
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Wheels |
Aluminium alloy, front: 3.5” x 17” rear: 5.5” x 17” |
Tyres |
Radial tubeless, front: 120/70 ZR 17 rear: 180/55 ZR 17 (alternatively 180/60 ZR17) |
Dimensions
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Wheelbase: 1370 mm Length: 1995 mm Width: 805 mm Saddle height: 820 mm Headstock angle: 24.1° Trail: 104.7 mm
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Weight |
181 kg kerb weight (169 kg dry weight) |
Emissions compliance
Consumption |
Euro 5
4.9 litres/100 km |
CO2 emissions |
116 g/km |
Fuel tank capacity
Colour range |
15 litres (including 4-litre reserve)
Factory Dark |
Winter Care
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APRILIA TUONO FACTORY 1100 AWARDS

Aprilia Tuono 1100 Factory is MCN Best Super Naked 2017 and Auto Traders Best Naked 2017 Winner!
If you haven't tried one, what are you waiting for?
APRILIA DORSODURO 900 REVIEWED | WHAT THE MEDIA SAYS

Aprilia Dorsoduro 900 Reviews
For 2017, we revised the Aprilia Shiver 900 and its brother, the Dorsoduro 900. Both bikes were unleashed to the press earlier this month in and around Ventura, Calif.
We already provided some review highlights in our “2017 Aprilia Shiver 900 Reviewed | What the Media Says,” but now it’s time for its supermoto counterpart, the Dorsoduro.
The Dorsoduro was launched in 2008 as a 750 model, but grows to 900cc for 2017. The 90-degree v-twin now produces 95 horsepower @ 8750 rpm, and 60 ft/lbs of torque @4 4500 rpm.
The new Dorsoduro arrives with three riding modes (Sport, Touring, Rain), traction control, ABS and a new color TFT digital gauge. The supermotard arrives with a 41mm Kayaba fork, three-spoke wheels and dual 320mm discs up front.
The styling speaks for itself, but how about the ride? Here’s what the world’s top journalist had to say about the 2017 Aprilia Dorsoduro 900.
Cycle World’s Sean MacDonald gets right to the versatility point of this Dorsoduro: “If you want something light and fun for around town, get the Husky. If you want something that you can take to a proper race track or tour with, get the Ducati. If you want a nice all-rounder, get the Yamaha. Or, if you have to have something Italian that does all three, get the Dorso.”
Ryan Adams of Motorcycle.com touches on styling “I have always appreciated the styling of these big supermoto-style bikes. The 2018 Dorsoduro, like the Shiver released concurrently, showcases great attention to detail which, in my opinion, elevates the appeal of the new 900s. The red valve cover, red trellis frame, wheel decals, loud graphics, and gold fork look fantastic and won’t allow you to mistake the bike for anything other than an Aprilia.”
Billy Bartels of Motorcycle Daily says “So despite the price premium over the Shiver, it turns out the Dorsoduro 900 is a fabulous deal … at least, when you consider the competing “supermoto” models. If you like the street-tracker style, you could possibly just get it for that and have a hell of a motorcycle. While I may sound damning with faint praise, make no mistake: If this is what you’re looking for, it’ll wow you with a sweet exhaust note, easy handling, fantastic braking, and gobs of torque.”
TJ Hinton of TopSpeed says: All in all, it’s a bike that was built using the best characteristics of two worlds with an emphasis on urban performance and agility, and really fairly versatile since it can be set up to race, tour, commute or do stunts.
Lance Oliver of Revzilla reports that “The added power and new features make the Dorsoduro a stronger competitor to the Hypermotard and a stylish alternative to a standard bike, for those who love the supermoto look. If that's you, then the Dorsoduro is definitely worth a look.”
Ultimate Motorcycling’s Nic de Sena wraps up the 2017 Aprilia Dorsoduro perfectly: “The bottom line is that the 2018 Aprilia Dorsoduro 900 is an absolute blast. With a nice refresh to the platform, the Dorsoduro offers an aggressive yet light-hearted experience. This bike should be paired with friends and a good set of canyon roads or a track, but don’t let that stop you from getting the front-end light on the way to the office.”
Aprilia Caponord 1200 Rally: What The Media Says

Aprilia Caponord 1200 Rally
2017 OCTO BRITISH GRAND PRIX MOTOGP
25 AUG 2017 – 27 AUG 2017

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Finally don't forget to buy your tickets here: http://www.silverstone.co.uk/events/2017-octo-british-grand-prix-motogp/
The OCTO British Grand Prix for Moto GP will be a four day festival of racing plus other supporting event and entertainment for the families that come. * Please note that Thursday 24th is the “Day of Champions” event which requires the purchase of a separate ticket (available at www.silverstone.co.uk) and all OCTO British Grand Prix MotoGP™ tickets are for Friday, Saturday or Sunday (or the full race weekend)

THE ENTIRE HISTORY OF MV AGUSTA IN A BOOK
Varese, April 5, 2016 – “MV AGUSTA From 1945 to the Present” is a completely recreated and updated edition with the graphic content of the historical monograph by Mario Colombo and Roberto Patrignani. Dedicated to the company of Cascina Costa, reborn in the nineties thanks to the great passion of a man who dedicated his life to motorcycles: Claudio Castiglioni.
Within its pages is the story of this legendary brand and its competitive triumphs by Carlo Ubbiali, Mike Hailwood and Giacomo Agostini, which in 2015 celebrated its 70th birthday. The history is described in two distinct sections; the first part covering human affairs, technical aspects, industrial and sporting achievements. In the second, the systematic cataloging of all the models, both road and track, including versions of the iconic F4, F3 and Brutale models that all exude the concept of excellence in world motorcycle production.
Hundreds of monochrome and colour images enrich the 360-page book dedicated to this prestigious brand, which has contributions from Massimo Chierici and Franco Daudo, for the most recent part.
This exceptional book is by Giorgio Nada Editore (www.giorgionadaeditore.it) a name in publishing synonymous with quality for over thirty years, is available both in Italian and English.
The publisher has a widespread distribution in Italy through the structure of Giunti Editore, the stores “Giunti al Punto” and the “Libreria dell’Automobile” in Milan, as well as a consolidated distribution network for the foreign markets.

TOUR OF THE ISLANDS ON MV AGUSTA TURISMO VELOCE 800
The illustrious Dakar rider Alessandro “Ciro” De Petri, in collaboration with MV Agusta, is
organizing an exclusive 7 day trip riding the new Turismo Veloce 800. Destination? The three largest Mediterranean
islands and, after 1850 km, arrival at the MV Agusta factory in Schiranna – Varese for a company visit which will mark the
The first stage includes an itinerary on the slopes of Etna, while the second will bring the group on the legendary “Targa
Florio”, an old and prestigious early twentieth century automobile race route, then finally the port of Palermo for
boarding. The next morning, arrival at Cagliari and after about 400 km of winding roads on the Riviera di Ponente, the
participants will arrive at Alghero. Once through the Barbagia mountains they will then reach the Emerald Coast. Next day
is Corsica’s turn, with boarding from Santa Teresa di Gallura towards Bonifacio, a tour through characteristic island
locations. Then, after having set sail from Bastia, the motorcyclists will arrive at Savona and will travel the remaining 270
Bound to the Varese manufacturer since the days of the great African races riding a Cagiva Elefant, Ciro and his De Petri
Adventure will provide technical and navigational support to all participants, making the tour an unforgettable motorcycle.
Lewis Hamilton & MV Augusta Dragster RR
We are thrilled to announce that MV Agusta has teamed up with 2x Formula One World Champion, Lewis Hamilton to release a stunning new version of the Dragster RR motorcycle.
Working closely with the MV Agusta CRC (Castiglioni Research Center) design team, Lewis ensured that bike specifications and performance perfectly matched his requirements. The creation of the Dragster RR bike comprised of an on-going collaborative process between the F1 World Champion and the MV Agusta Team, from concept to hand assembled production.
Giovanni Castiglioni, President and CEO of MV Agusta, said: “We are proud to be partnering with a passionate racer like Lewis Hamilton. It is great news for us and for everyone around the world that loves MV Agusta”.
All limited edition Lewis Hamilton Dragster RR bikes will be hand assembled by the expertly skilled craftspeople at the Schiranna (Varese) headquarters.