randy Posted March 14, 2011 Share Posted March 14, 2011 I know about naked vrs plastic. I am wondering about the basic's. handling, engine, accelaration, etc. I currently have a R1100s as my track bike. After this year I wanted to upgrade. My first inclination is a 2003 - 2004 tuono. But if a nice mille came up, I am wondering if I should consider it. I know David had a Tuono, with basically Mille bars. I really like that set up. But if I can get a mille cheaper than a tuono just wondering if I should consider it. Link to comment
Whip Posted March 14, 2011 Share Posted March 14, 2011 The Milles are cheaper and only plastic and bars different. The Mille would be a great track bike. Link to comment
RLJ Posted March 14, 2011 Share Posted March 14, 2011 I have had a RSV Mille for 6 years now. It is a 2000.5 so it's a early model. The later models had upgrades with the engine mainly so they had a little more HP than the early models. The 2002 and later models had larger valves so they had a little more power. I think that 2004 was the 2nd generation bike. You are right that the Mille is cheaper than the Tuono and a nice example of the Mille 1st generation can be had for $3000 to $3500. The R model with the Ohlins suspenion can be had for another $500 to $1000. Watch the for sale section of AF1 racing or Aprilia Forum. I use my Mille for solo sport touring and canyon riding. The early models held more fuel and were a little roomier so that even at 62years old I am comfortable for 400 mile days of tight roads. I have convertibars on mine. I have upgraded mine over the years with Penske shock and Oz wheels, GP suspension valving on the front. I will also add that these bike have a very tough Rotax motor.If you have anymore questions PM me Link to comment
randy Posted March 15, 2011 Author Share Posted March 15, 2011 what "models" did the Tuono come in? I have seen Tuono Tuono R Tuono Factory Tuono Factory R Now maybe they do not actually know what bike they have. But I am wondering if some of the craig list posters, are trying to "sell" thier Tuono as more than it is. I have been looking at the 2007 model year bikes. Link to comment
randy Posted March 15, 2011 Author Share Posted March 15, 2011 never mind found a listing 2003: Aprilia Tuono 1000 Fighter and Aprilia Tuono Racing launched. 2003 Aprilia Tuono 1000 Racing: An uprated version of the standard Aprilia Tuono 1000, featuring Ohlins suspension and steering damper, OZ wheels and carbon fibre body panels. 2005: Fully revised Aprilia Tuono 1000 based on new-style RSV1000 launched. Aprilia Tuono 1000 R motorcycle is joined by hi spec Aprilia Tuono 1000 Factory. 2006: Aprilia Tuono 1000 R is all you get, but it's got latest bodywork, Aprilia RSV1000 R chassis and engine tweaks. 2006 Aprilia Tuono 1000 Factory: Like the Aprilia Tuono 1000 Racing before the Factory version of the current Aprilia Tuono 1000 features a long list of high-spec chassis parts, but is also 6bhp more powerful and 9kg lighter than the standard motorcycle. 2007: Aprilia Tuono 1000 Factory launched. Link to comment
Whip Posted March 15, 2011 Share Posted March 15, 2011 2007 Factory when I owned it. Ed....ShovelStroke is the proud and current owner of this bike. Link to comment
ShovelStrokeEd Posted March 15, 2011 Share Posted March 15, 2011 Ed....ShovelStroke is the proud and current owner of this bike. And it now has a wonderful sounding set of Akrapovic slip-ons on it and a set of Ducati streetfighter handle bars, lower and further forward as well as CRG folding levers and bar end mirrors (over $1K in handle bars alone). Most fun to ride bike I have ever owned. Biggest problem I have now is I have a bum hip and can't ride the thing. Randy, PM me, I'll make you a hell of a deal. Link to comment
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