Wooo!!! Finally!! Also, if you're watching this right after I've uploaded it there may be some pixelation, but it will get much clearer over the next few hours. Just couldn't wait to share!
it makes me miss my V4 it really does. Don't get me wrong, I love my Crossplane R1 and it has real character too, but the Aprilia V4 is just something special as you know 😍
aww yeah been waiting for your review on this new tuono. Good job man, really wanted to hear about the comparison with the old model since you owned one. We need more people like you on youtube giving down to earth reviews. Now excuse me while I go and sell a kidney...
I ordered mine this week. Had to go with the RR with the Sachs shocks and Pirelli Rosso III's, due to using it mainly on the road. They had an even better deal on the factory edition, but I don't want orange wheels and tires that wear out in 1000 miles, for even more money. I also expect it to be giving some ladies rides, so they'll need a seat. ;)
Dude! Fun video to watch. I did virtually the same route with my son last year-hit about 150 down the parkway from the Key to Langley and back. Jump across the river, tho. Cops are way cooler in DC and MD. And those guys at la motorcycle really are the best...
Great review buddy, superb bike, my mate has just purchased the Factory edition, i had a quick ride on it and I agree it's epic, only gripe I had was the seat was a tad hard, cheers, GMAN
Hi DukeOfDC - thanks for posting this review. The 2017 model offers subtle feature changes (auto down-blipper, tft, larger brakes) to the 2016 version which is what i have. The review was balanced but you sound like you miss having a ThunderCat. Does this mean you will be getting the Tuono? Respect to you.
Yeah hehe now that my boy !! 😆time to return at your first love...hummm tuono ! hehe that a totaly different bike than the 2k15 so nice to hear you scream every time you snap the throttle hehehe Keep posting duke ! .....and hope to see again you on this beast one day hehe 😊
I guess I better get me one too , even though around my place no much services on European bikes .Hopefully the joy in return out weights any future problems with it . Will get me one this summer . amazing machine Keep on riding !
@dukeofdc thanks for the review! Your videos are always good quality and informative. question though (And you said we'd ask!): can you compare the tuono to the new Ducati Supersport? I'm really torn between the two. For everyday riding , the supersport is clearly more practical. But with the riding I do, I would have a 300 for everyday inner city commuting and want either one for fun. I test ride the supersport supersport and it was amazing. Very fun and easy to ride. But damnit if I just love the tuono in every way. Any thoughts?
I test rode it, too and i thought the turn signal was too far away from your left thumb. I had to reach over with my entire hand. But other than that it is an awesome machine
Mine makes a bit of a rattling noise when I let go of the clutch in first gear, it only does this when the engine is warm, no rattling when it's cold. Did you notice anything like this? Also I've read that you should use the clutch from 1-2 gear and the neutral is hard to find sometimes when coming to a stop with the engine running. Anything you had on yours?
zurikaten my 2012 doesn't like to find neutral when it's cold. Once warm it's fine. I give slight clutch in low gears if I'm only giving light throttle
The Ape T is a sexy beast, no question but would you commute on it? Yes I know, sacrilegious thought, but if I buy a bike I want it to do all. So, if you had the dollhairs, would you buy this (or the factory) OR the 2017 SDR?? What say ye olde Duke meister?
Awesome video. I was looking to get a leftover or used 2016 RR (budget constraint). How does the 16 compare to the 17. Any issues with the 16 RR? Should I only be considering a 2017? Thanks.
Hmmm, I would say the only "issue" with the 16RR is that it isn't a '17 lol. If the TFT display isn't that big of a deal to you, and you can find a 16 for much less than that's the move!
There is a flap in the 2017 exhaust. Unlike the 2016, the flap is in the exhaust muffler / cat and when you remove that for replacement, you remove the flapper too. How this is dealt with by the customer in terms of the ECU throwing a code, I don't know. On previous models, you needed the race ECU or you needed to leave the electric actuator on the bike.
Bram Van Den Berg If you buy one of the Akra systems from Aprilia for the '17s, it comes with the unlock codes. I'll be getting it installed on mine at 600 mile service.
DukeOfDC I've also been waiting on this. The exhaust note on the new brutale 800 is beautiful. Not as much of a low grunt as the Tuono, but beautiful in its own right.
my dealer has one of these on the floor, I'm thinking this could be my next bike, but sitting on it gives the feeling of sitting up on top of the bike, I ride a STR now, just wondering do you feel the same when you were on it, I'm. about 5'9"
+Rocky Pingale quick shifter cuts power for clutchless upshifts where an autoblipper automatically blips the throttle for perfect clutchless downshifts
i own the tuono for 2.5 years, while it is a mental bike on open road, it's shit in city riding, too hot and jerky below 3000rpm, having constantly half clutching, unless they fix that in the 2017 model
I hear from more people in USA that It's hard to get a testride on Japanese bikes. I find that very strange because who buys a motorcycle without testriding it? Seems to me it would hurt the sales. And that Aprilia is sexual. Italian bikes and cars always have that extra something.
Worthless review. How about ridding some real roads with turns? I bet your tires square off if the first 800 miles. Who buys a Tuono 1100 to ride in a straight line?
+theadasoldier so rude :/ but haters gonna hate. The bike has 2 miles on it when I took it out. Plus I don't ride hard whatsoever on bikes that aren't mine.
Yes I am rude, blunt, and to the point. I am not asking you to pin the throttle and hit the rev limiter. People buy this bike to lean it over into some twisty roads. Ridding this bike in a straight line for an entire video is not a ride review, it is just another Vlog. I bet if you look at the analytics of this video, you lost most of your audience after the 2:15 minute mark where you were scooting along in a straight line.
+theadasoldier Well regardless, I appreciate your viewership and the constructive criticism! Was able to retain people 3 times longer than your prediction, which isn't half bad! I'll look for some more twisty roads for next time, and if you have any suggestions within the DMV area close to Arlington please let me know!!
Typical problem of reviews done by Americans (save some in SoCal). No mountains, no balls to ride fast, and often no skills either. Look at reviews done in Europe, Australia or South Africa for proper sports bike testing.
Wooo!!! Finally!! Also, if you're watching this right after I've uploaded it there may be some pixelation, but it will get much clearer over the next few hours. Just couldn't wait to share!
DukeOfDC solid over here. Looks great. Nice ride!
Just picked up a leftover '16 RR this morning! I spent most of my Saturday making similar noises as you. Your content's great man keep it up!
DukeOfDC - "Sweet heavenly Father, that is insane."
Amen.
+holymolie :D
it makes me miss my V4 it really does. Don't get me wrong, I love my Crossplane R1 and it has real character too, but the Aprilia V4 is just something special as you know 😍
Yeah man, I mean in all honest you might have found one of the few engines that is "better (cough cough objective, I know) than the V4. LOVE that R1
Haters if you are going to post you should really make sure your own content can stand up to scrutiny!Duke yet another entertaining video!
aww yeah been waiting for your review on this new tuono. Good job man, really wanted to hear about the comparison with the old model since you owned one. We need more people like you on youtube giving down to earth reviews. Now excuse me while I go and sell a kidney...
Thanks man!! Appreciate the positive vibes.
I ordered mine this week. Had to go with the RR with the Sachs shocks and Pirelli Rosso III's, due to using it mainly on the road. They had an even better deal on the factory edition, but I don't want orange wheels and tires that wear out in 1000 miles, for even more money. I also expect it to be giving some ladies rides, so they'll need a seat. ;)
Dude! Fun video to watch. I did virtually the same route with my son last year-hit about 150 down the parkway from the Key to Langley and back. Jump across the river, tho. Cops are way cooler in DC and MD. And those guys at la motorcycle really are the best...
Dang, that's one sweet rig. You should come back to the dark side!!
Muhahaha the dark side of the force needs me
come back to the v4 brotherhood, duke. we want you!
Great review buddy, superb bike, my mate has just purchased the Factory edition, i had a quick ride on it and I agree it's epic, only gripe I had was the seat was a tad hard, cheers, GMAN
Great review- how effective is the windshield?- does it provide about as much protection as the shield you put on your SuperDuke?
The windscreen and more forward rider angle provide ample wind protection. It's a little bit worse than the Puig on my Super Duke.
Several weeks ago old guy kept passing me on the Tuono Factory with Austin Racing exhaust at Laguna Seca and the sound was absolutely intoxicating.
Loved the footage Duke. The trees along the side of the road looked incredible along with the sound.
Thanks man!!
Is the low 3000rpm jerkiness gone? So do you regret getting the Superduke?
Yes, the jerkiness is gone. I will never regret buying the SuperDuke
I was just checking video about the V4 RR and I found your 2014 1000cc one videi then the 2016 one and now this.
Love your vids. Subscribed.
Hi DukeOfDC - thanks for posting this review. The 2017 model offers subtle feature changes (auto down-blipper, tft, larger brakes) to the 2016 version which is what i have. The review was balanced but you sound like you miss having a ThunderCat. Does this mean you will be getting the Tuono? Respect to you.
I loved my time on the Tuono, but I'm really enjoying the Super Duke
Great review man, love the clarity of video and sound. Can't wait to upgrade my STR for one of these. Subscribed
Thank you!!
Damn this bike have grown on me. And it is not that expensive to insure.
Yeah hehe now that my boy !! 😆time to return at your first love...hummm tuono ! hehe that a totaly different bike than the 2k15 so nice to hear you scream every time you snap the throttle hehehe
Keep posting duke ! .....and hope to see again you on this beast one day hehe 😊
Haha thanks for the positive vibes my friend!!
Love your vids dude. This. Bike looks and sounds amazing.
I came from Muscle Biker and have fallen in love! You're AMAZING!
+Matthew Cowan dude!! Thank you for coming and joining!!
Video sounds and looks amazing! You do a fantastic job! Keep it up!
Appreciate it my friend!
I guess I better get me one too , even though around my place no much services on European bikes .Hopefully the joy in return out weights any future problems with it . Will get me one this summer . amazing machine
Keep on riding !
nice to see a review on my local roads
Awesome!
@dukeofdc thanks for the review! Your videos are always good quality and informative. question though (And you said we'd ask!): can you compare the tuono to the new Ducati Supersport? I'm really torn between the two. For everyday riding , the supersport is clearly more practical. But with the riding I do, I would have a 300 for everyday inner city commuting and want either one for fun. I test ride the supersport supersport and it was amazing. Very fun and easy to ride. But damnit if I just love the tuono in every way. Any thoughts?
awesome perspective from a previous owner... luvin my 2016 Italian Thunder white analog dials and all... trade the kaboom you know you want to!!!
Hahaha I had a great ride, but the Super Duke is the bike for me.
Who needs an FZ-10?
mt-10 in Australia is way cheaper than a Tuono and don't forget the Japanese vs Italian debate.
Yes, the old boring vs pleasure debate :)
So you obviously haven't been on an mt10, with that stupid comment.
Ha ha ha DO NOT FEED ME MY GOOD MAN ;)
Omg lol calm down. I'm sure the FZ-10 is a very fun bike, and what a bargain.
Balls of steel doing shenanigans on the GW Parkway LOL
Those balls were tested twice by some sneak attack popo lol
I test rode it, too and i thought the turn signal was too far away from your left thumb. I had to reach over with my entire hand. But other than that it is an awesome machine
Downshifter also works with open throttle :)
??? Are you sure lol
Oh yes i'm sure ;)
I confirm, it is new in the 2017 model.
How do you have so few subs man? Awesome channel buddy!
+Thewiz3222 thank you man!! Tell your friends and hopefully we can get big!
First real video i watched of yours and yes i too agree physical tacks yes plz.
Exciting bike! Love the audio with your mic setup as well! Can you share the setup? Thanks! 🙌🏻
If you search "Helmet Setup" on my channels search tool, you'll find all you're looking for :)
Thanks so much! :)
Mine makes a bit of a rattling noise when I let go of the clutch in first gear, it only does this when the engine is warm, no rattling when it's cold. Did you notice anything like this? Also I've read that you should use the clutch from 1-2 gear and the neutral is hard to find sometimes when coming to a stop with the engine running. Anything you had on yours?
zurikaten my 2012 doesn't like to find neutral when it's cold. Once warm it's fine. I give slight clutch in low gears if I'm only giving light throttle
The Ape T is a sexy beast, no question but would you commute on it? Yes I know, sacrilegious thought, but if I buy a bike I want it to do all. So, if you had the dollhairs, would you buy this (or the factory) OR the 2017 SDR?? What say ye olde Duke meister?
Awesome video. I was looking to get a leftover or used 2016 RR (budget constraint). How does the 16 compare to the 17. Any issues with the 16 RR? Should I only be considering a 2017? Thanks.
Hmmm, I would say the only "issue" with the 16RR is that it isn't a '17 lol. If the TFT display isn't that big of a deal to you, and you can find a 16 for much less than that's the move!
"jizzy-jizzy bang-bang"
;)
I currently have a 1290 SDR from 2017.
What do you think about switching between those two?
There is a flap in the 2017 exhaust. Unlike the 2016, the flap is in the exhaust muffler / cat and when you remove that for replacement, you remove the flapper too. How this is dealt with by the customer in terms of the ECU throwing a code, I don't know. On previous models, you needed the race ECU or you needed to leave the electric actuator on the bike.
Interesting - Thanks for commenting though as I'm sure future owners will have questions about this!
Steve C You need the race ecu, which is not yet available for the 2017 bikes...Impatiently waiting.
Look at the upside - once you sort that out, you have essentially racing headers with no restrictions.
Bram Van Den Berg If you buy one of the Akra systems from Aprilia for the '17s, it comes with the unlock codes. I'll be getting it installed on mine at 600 mile service.
JpOcDenver yeah, they aren't available yet.
I LOVE my '17 Factory Tuono. Check out my vids to see this beast in it's Natural Habitat.
"excuse my french" ? lol what french. Amazing bike, good video. Drooling......
IYO would the 2017 Aprilia Tuono V4R RR make a decent Cruiser/Bagger ? All day riding/Cross Country motorcycle capable ?
You should definitely try the Agusta Brutale, shit looks incredible.
+John Doe id love to!!
I forgot to add I subbed, you make great content, and your concerns over the quality of this video were unwarranted.
+John Doe appreciate it man!!!
DukeOfDC I've also been waiting on this. The exhaust note on the new brutale 800 is beautiful. Not as much of a low grunt as the Tuono, but beautiful in its own right.
What LA moto thinks of test rides? Are they open for anybody to come and test ride a bike.. the way Motorcycles of Dulles does?
Awesome! Sounds like you want one 😉!
I really liked it!
looks good. thanks for the vid.
You're welcome!
my dealer has one of these on the floor, I'm thinking this could be my next bike, but sitting on it gives the feeling of sitting up on top of the bike, I ride a STR now, just wondering do you feel the same when you were on it, I'm. about 5'9"
It's certainly a bike that you sit more on top on. I would agree, but that also makes it more sport oriented
Hey Duke, would you rather have a ktm super duke 1290 or the tuono?
Still watching but YES!
:D
i have just started to consider the Aprila. but im 300 miles from a dealer. that worries me.
Wait so Coleman wont give you a demo ride? How about Twiggs in Hagerstown?
S1000R or Tuono? :)
REM Yeah, I’m curious as well. Duke?
He says in this video he'd pick this.
What is the difference in the 2017 model between the RR and the Factory? Is it just the suspension?
Suspension, color and the tires that you get with the bike.
Beautiful beautiful. I would love to have one of them babies.
It is indeed my friend!
I'm considering trading in my 2014 S1000R for the 2017 Aprilia Tuono V4 RR. What do you think?
Don't you worry about my latest acquisition - you've made a fantastic decision.
How you compare it to Super Duke ?
Dude if you had to pick one what would it be the BMW s1000R or the Touno RR?
BMW S1000R, It's just more versatile
DukeOfDC could you please explain? Been to both places and they both are gorgeous bikes but I heard BMW has problems with the brakes and recalls.
How do you compare the 2017 with the 2016 factory one? I currently have a very good deal with the 16 model.
Hmmm, well you wouldn't get the same technology and auto-blipper but other than that they're pretty similar
17 has tft and some other options than the 16
Yes, but is it still a fuel hog?
+Brewswillis oh most certainly lok
This or the 2017 SuperDuke?
+DukeOfDC please please please review a triumph street triple rs or just a normal street triple and the Daytona 675
Well, you made it through Clarendon.
I didn't
I think I'm not in love with the sound. Amazing bike though.
sounds nice but i still got an sc project exhaust for my tuono! my neighbors hate me now
Haha, I had a GPR that elicited a similar response :P
I would love to know what your thoughts are on the Speed Triple R
I'd need to get out and ride one to give proper feedback, but I've only ever heard great things about them.
Can someone please what's the difference between auto blipper and quick shifter?
+Rocky Pingale quick shifter cuts power for clutchless upshifts where an autoblipper automatically blips the throttle for perfect clutchless downshifts
DukeOfDC Thank you Sir
did you switch between driving modes?
Nope, just wanted to mess around in Sport mode.
H2 review next brother bear
Gotta hit up my buddy 650ib
Whats going on with the ends of the levers?
Just the rubber protection that comes on the Aprilia's when they come out of the box.
i own the tuono for 2.5 years, while it is a mental bike on open road, it's shit in city riding, too hot and jerky below 3000rpm, having constantly half clutching, unless they fix that in the 2017 model
Amen brother, amen. What a beast when you open it up though.
Hey Duke, Trying to put together a deal at the dealer spoke about. Is there a way to communicate off of TH-cam? Thanks
+ajs dirtbiker sure! Send me an email :) my email is listed on my About page here on TH-cam.
Were you able to find it? I hesitate to put my email in a comment as bots can pick up on such and spam me.
DukeOfDC
I'll send you an email. I purchased the Aprilia!
Congratulations man!!
DukeOfDC
I don't see an email on your About page?
I hear from more people in USA that It's hard to get a testride on Japanese bikes. I find that very strange because who buys a motorcycle without testriding it? Seems to me it would hurt the sales.
And that Aprilia is sexual. Italian bikes and cars always have that extra something.
It's extremely difficult
I'm early af.
Yes you are haha
Annnddddd I just bought a superduke 1290r today
You've made a very wise choice
That cant be MPH?
+michael man nope, meters per second ;)
Your joking right?
Hello, I am from Russia.
Hello my friend and welcome to my channel!
DukeOfDC We have the motorcycle Ural IMZ 8.103 in our village. It made in 1983. This bike is realy heavy!
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Those stickers on the tank have to go!
Of course. Just standard warning stickers they have to put on when selling
yo
Yo
Will you test ride the '17 RSV4RR?
I'll try! Once La Moto has one I will do my best to get out on it.
That bike is pure sex
Yeah, just go and ride my Dream Bike like it's nothing... :/ The Jealously that is running through me right now :D
Hahaha, well man work hard and soon this dream will become a reality for you!
duke of dc the type of guy to steal your shit and then help you look for it
+Tazzz lol 😂 what do you mean?
Worthless review. How about ridding some real roads with turns? I bet your tires square off if the first 800 miles. Who buys a Tuono 1100 to ride in a straight line?
+theadasoldier so rude :/ but haters gonna hate. The bike has 2 miles on it when I took it out. Plus I don't ride hard whatsoever on bikes that aren't mine.
Yes I am rude, blunt, and to the point. I am not asking you to pin the throttle and hit the rev limiter. People buy this bike to lean it over into some twisty roads. Ridding this bike in a straight line for an entire video is not a ride review, it is just another Vlog. I bet if you look at the analytics of this video, you lost most of your audience after the 2:15 minute mark where you were scooting along in a straight line.
+theadasoldier Well regardless, I appreciate your viewership and the constructive criticism! Was able to retain people 3 times longer than your prediction, which isn't half bad! I'll look for some more twisty roads for next time, and if you have any suggestions within the DMV area close to Arlington please let me know!!
Typical problem of reviews done by Americans (save some in SoCal). No mountains, no balls to ride fast, and often no skills either. Look at reviews done in Europe, Australia or South Africa for proper sports bike testing.
theadasoldier thanks for the support man!!