Unveiled in 2001 at the Bologna Motor Show, the Tuono (Italian for “thunder“) was introduced as a naked sibling to the impressive RSV Mille. Everyone knows the Tuono Factory now – it’s a constant winner of standard bike comparisons – but the precedent for a top-level Tuono was introduced to the world via a very limited-production (we’ve heard estimated between 200 and 220) called the Tuono R Limited or the Tuono Racing.
The stock Tuono was impressive in its own way, but the Tuono Racing took it to the next level with high-end components including OZ wheels, Brembo radial calipers, and Ohlins suspension (forks, steering damper, and shocks). The dashing Italian speedster came packaged with a racing nose fairing, belly pan with built in oil catch, titanium race exhaust, and an ECU upgrade chip. Excluding the tank and seat cowl, all the bodywork was carbon fiber.
Manufactured June 2004, this example is VIN: ZD4RPC0524S000483. The seller purchased the bike from Mountain Motorsports in Georgia in 2020.
During his ownership the seller has covered approximately 2,458 miles The odometer shows 2,582 miles.
Maintenance:
The seller states he recently performed an oil change. He adds that the bike was “purchased with 124 original miles. Dealer refreshed all systems. I finished the break-in, and have been riding it sparingly since. Runs and rides perfectly.”
Modifications:
SP Engineering exhaust.
Sargent seat.
Frame sliders.
Not pictured: Oberon clutch slave cylinder, Gabro EPROM chip and a modified collector.
Inside of the tank:
It is riding on Pirelli Angel tires with date codes of 2322 and 2722.
The sale includes two keys, the owner’s manual, the stock exhaust and EPROM chip, as well as a spare carbon lower.
Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album up top for all known cosmetic blemishes. Here is a selection:
Currently located in Burlington, North Carolina, this Aprilia is offered on a clean North Carolina title. Have any Tuono Racing stories or questions about this listing? Let us know in the “Comments” tab!
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