BARE-BONES BONKERS: Aprilia Tuono V4 1100 Factory First Ride Review

WHAT’S WIRED IN

aPRC
What is it? Aprilia Performance Race Control
What does it do? An active control systems package that offers auto-calibration with traction control, launch control, wheelie control and a quick shifter.

aTC
What is it? Aprilia Traction Control
What does it do? Prevents the ham-fisted from suffering a crash by using data from two speed sensors to determine individual wheel speed and limit engine torque output if any wheel-slip is detected. Eight levels are available.

aWC
What is it? Aprilia Wheelie Control
What does it do? Patented Aprilia Wheelie Detection System can tell when the wheel lifts and preps for a soft landing by providing smooth acceleration and avoiding harsh power-cuts or pick-up.

aLC
What is it? Aprilia Launch Control
What does it do? Readies the bike for a surge of acceleration for the best go off the line. Hold both aTC buttons on the left handlebar controls at standstill to arm.

aQS
What is it? Aprilia Quick Shift
What does it do? Shift gears without having to close the throttle or use the clutch. Every split second advantage is important on track.

ABS
What is it? Anti-lock Braking System
What does it do? Prevents wheel lock-up under hard braking resulting in shorter braking distance with better manoeuvrability. Has three selectable levels: track, sport/road and slippery surfaces.

ACC
What is it? Aprilia Cruise Control
What does it do? Allows a set speed to be maintained, uphill or downhill, without having to work the throttle.

RbW
What is it? Ride-by-Wire
What does it do? No cable and unnecessary jolts of power. With electronics handling throttle operation, acceleration is instant and smooth, there’s better performance from the bottom- and mid-range to top speed. Fuel efficiency also benefits.

NEED TO KNOW: APRILIA TUONO V4 1100 FACTORY

Price: Rs 21.05 lakh (OTR, Pune)
Engine: 1,077 cc, 65° V4, 16-valve, DOHC, liquid-cooled
Max Power: 175 PS at 11,000 RPM
Max Torque: 121 Nm at 9,000 RPM
Transmission: Six-speed, cassette-type, with Aprilia Quick Shift
Weight: 184 kg (dry)