Aprilia reviews

I went looking for a new ST3 and found my 02 Flame Red Futura. Best move I ever made. I will be keeping this bike. Of all the bikes I have owned over the last 28 years this is the one that puts the biggest smile on my face. No bike has the combination of power, handling, comfort, styling, reliability, and looks. Until something better comes along I won't consider selling it. Show less

The Tuono instills confidence right from the get-go. What a great naked liter bike. It was soooo hard to keep it under 6000 RPM those first miles, but the huge torque and relative smooth-running at low rev's helped immensely. Then 7500 rev's for another little bit. Took 10 days of after-work evenings to break it in; just could not get back on my Ducati ST3 without feeling it was an unrefined beast. The Tuono is now THE ONE for solo rides and such a pleasure in the twisties. Not a single issue with it... the lack of a fuel gauge was at first, but a few tanks later you get confidence in the range between petrol stops. The tires (Metzlers) are superb, albeit a bit too soft for lots of road miles (it is, after all, a track machine it would seem). Must slow down as 140 MPH feels soooo good on this baby. The multi-function display is easy to read, easy to use, and keeps tack of all the important stuff. Now I want the RSV Mille! Show less

I bought this scooter in 2005. I really enjoy riding it around town, it's a real gas saver. The SR is very comfortable to ride and quick. The fuel injection makes it easy to start everytime. I have upgraded the exhaust and clutch to get a little more top end, now it will go around 50 mph. Show less

This is a great bike. The press said it is ugly, but EVERY person who has commented on it tells me what a stunningly beautiful bike it is! I put full pipes and chip on her and she flies, stiffen up the suspension and she flat cooks in the canyons. I chased and blew by a 999 with full bags, camping gear and pillon. The guy couldn't believe it! Jack up the rear preload and the stand doesn't drag. All day comfort, realibility, and PHENOMENAL handling! I have a K5 gixxer 1000 and my RST is just as good in the canyons. A fantastic bike! Show less

This scooter has been a blast. It outstyles almost all other currently manufactured scooters. After 3000 miles, it has been completely reliable. I use it to commute in style. It has enough power to maneuver in town. Highway riding has the engine maxed out, but it can run at max all day if you want to. It accelerates well and quickly reaches 50 mph. On flat ground it will creep up to 60-65. Downhill it will reach 75 and remain stable. Braking is great for a scooter. Handle is surprising agile and stable. Show less

To begin with, my peg (Vin #5) is all stock. It ran great from day one. There were some initial issues; the valve in the gas tank locked up, causing a vacuum and causing the engine to starve for gas. Little, weird things like that. I've done a mix of city commute and long rides. As a commuter bike it is unparalelled. It doesn't like breaking 100, which is a negative for CA highway driving (getting passed by Hyundais going 110 is nerve wracking), but with the damaged highways we have, and the awful city streets, the suspension and control are of great benefit. On long rides, it loves the twisties. On the straights, a liter-class bike will eat you alive (again, top end limits), but it is absolutely superior once you get off of the main roads, and is very forgiving. More than once I'd come to a stop with my riding partners who would complain about the last 10 miles (road damage, etc), and I could only comment that I hadn't even noticed. Show less

I had mine since 2002, never had any problem with it. Always starts on first crank, handles well with it's big fat tires and front and rear disk brake. Good for cruising around town, will get around 80 mpg on normal driving condition ( 20-30 mph ) but will run an honest 50 mph on a flat surface. Love riding it - looks, performance, and it's an APRILIA. Show less

I bought this bike new five years ago. I very nearly bought a Honda Firstorm as I wanted a softer sports bike with a little more comfort. I'm not sorry I bought the Aprilia Falco, it's been absolutely reliable. A minor problem being a replacement side stand switch which was under warranty. The original clutch was a little weak so I fitted a Barnett race clutch - not necessary, but it's much better. I also upgraded the rear shock for more comfort. Apart from this, the bike has been almost perfect. I have ridden this bike in all weather and it still looks good after a wash. Many riders have been amazed by the way this bike goes and often beats more expensive super bikes, I just don't understand why Aprilia didn't clean up with this beautiful designed V-twin, could it have been better? Maybe, but not at this price. I'm a very satisfied owner and I can't bare to part with it. Faults: only one bad really, that's the nasty cheap bendy side stand. Show less

This bike will give you that major grin factor every time you ride it. It is a highly tuned superbike in an upright package that is flat out thrilling to ride. Right out of the gate it has major torque and just keeps on pulling to well over 9k RPM. Ride and suspension are tight and responsive, in fact a little stiff on slow street rides. I have owned a Ducati Monster and test rode the new Ducati's: 999,S4RS Monster and 1000 Multistrada. One ride on the Tuono R and its all over, you will be hooked! Show less

Just picked up a 2002 150 with 300 miles on it, Yes BETTER than new!!!! Ridin motorcyles and scooters for 40 years. This machine is Outrageous! Handling comfort, speed. Show less