Aprilia introduced the Tuono just after the turn of the millennium, and the naked Italian superbike has remained an important model in the Noale firm’s lineup ever since. Just like with its full-faired counterpart, the Tuono was well received by the riding public – a good-looking bike with a well-designed chassis, top-shelf components, and an exotic roaring V-Twin exhaust note that was purely sublime.
Visor Down put it perfectly: “A Japanese naked bike is a bullock. It has the same structure as a bull, but its performance has been neutered and it now has weight issues. Aprilia’s Tuono is a bull, full of beefy testosterone (or the bovine equivalent), brimming with aggression and ready for a fight.” In other words, you got to enjoy all 139 horsepower. In addition, the comfortable seat and upright ergonomics afforded by the bars meant you could enjoy the Tuono for mile after mile without the usual pains that come from extended rides on sportbikes.
We think MCN described it perfectly when they said, “The Aprilia Tuono 1000 is one of the maddest motorcycles you can buy, with a blend of wheelie-popping power, respectable handling and Goldie Lookin’ Chain styling. A motor taken from the RSV1000 Mille sportbike, but not detuned, acts like a Mr Hyde potion in this motorcycle, but if you like the occasional foray to the dark side, you’ll love the Aprilia Tuono 1000.”
Manufactured in June 2010, this example is VIN: ZD4RRTT19BS01226. The seller is the original owner, he bought it new from Motorcycle Mall in Belleville, New Jersey in 2011.
The odometer shows 7,372 miles.
“I have 2 young boys who lovingly take up my time. I wouldn’t want it to be any other way and this unfortunately means I have no more time to ride.”
Maintenance:
“On time oil changes the bike has not needed anything else.” The seller states that there are no known mechanical issues.
Modifications:
Akrapovic carbon fiber slipons with Variant 2 factory ECU map.
Rizoma front turn signals, Puig front windscreen.
Battery tender lead.
Inside of the tank:
It is riding on Pirelli Rosso Corsa II tires with date codes of 3821 and 4021.
The sale includes 2 ignition keys.
Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album in the “Photos” tab for all known cosmetic blemishes. Here is a selection:
Currently located in Nutley, New Jersey, this Aprilia is offered on a clean New Jersey title.
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