2003 Aprilia reviews

This is my first sports bike and everything about it is just awesome! It handles,goes and stops just great... Show less

This scooter is smooth and very comportable. With the larger Givi windshield the ride is quiet and blocks the wind. If you need and want storage space this is as good if not better than a Gold Wing. I can fit four (4) full size hemets in the spaces. Two helmets under the seat and two in the optional Givi rear TOP BOX.I ride sometimes with my 5 year old and it's so compfortable she falls asleep quite often (strapped to me with my Childsridingbelt) Show less

As mentioned in my review of the BMW Rockster I own 6 bikes, from sport to touring. The Tuono is quick and exciting and not for a beginner. I have driven and owned bikes like the ZX12R etc and even though the Tuono has a bit less power it is still explosive in the higher revs. The rear shock however was replaced by me as I could not get full traction at all times. I adjusted the suspension every which way but the stock shock wouldnt cooperate. The Ohlins which replaced it did the trick. Still cheaper than going for the "limited" edition Tuono R. It is the only "naked" bike so far that the sport riders dont look down on:) Show less

I just purchase my Scarabeo 150 a week ago and I have found it very easy to ride and a lot of fun. This is a sizable scooter and rides more like a small motorcycle than most other scooters. The bike is heavy (over 300 pounds) and has big 16-inch wheels, so it feels substantial underneath you. The 150cc engine and automatic clutch deliver a terrific amount of power for everything but high-speed highway riding (although the bike is highway legal and I've had it up to 55 mph without it working very hard.) Highly recommended, especially for city riding! Show less

If the 2003 model is anything like the 2001 model, you're getting a great performing little bike, but it's no Spree! This bike has sweet handling at parking lot speeds and high speeds (50+ derestricted). Solidly built, nice finish and sporty style. Direct injection has great economy and performance. Mileage is still near 90 mpg after derestricting and, there are aftermarket parts for more boost (variator, kevlar belt, exhaust, etc.). Show less

One week into ownership of this Tuono R and I am extremely happy. Everything about the bike is different than what I've been riding for the last 30 years (mostly Honda and Yamaha sport bikes and one Norton). The bike looks like no other, the only bright item is the Ohlins front forks, everything else is a very subduded matte finnish; understated yet pleasing to the eye (well, my eye anyway). Sitting position is very comfortable with the press of wind against one's chest only noticable at speeds in the 80 MPH plus range and helmet buffeting just doesn't occur at any speed. Handling is one of this bike's strongest assets as it's very forgiving, allowing quite a lot of "mid corner" adjustment. After only a few turns I began to feel very confident and agressive, and soon realized I was having a great time! The Brembo brakes are just the best, the fronts are very progressive and it's easy to apply just the right amount of force. We've only gone 350 miles together, so the RPM has been limited to 6500 (Okay, it did accidently get to 7500 eight or ten times), but the power is awsome. Not the "light switch" sudden power of the R1 I have been riding but power that builds (quickly) and makes powering out of curves so much easier. The "slipper clutch" works great and allows "no brainer" downshifts; they are smooth every time no matter what the engine RPM. Bottom line is; this bike is fun to ride, and it's very easy to ride agressivly. I will report back after several thousand miles but at the moment I am very pleased with this great machine. Show less