Great review! I absolutely love mine!

Bought my 2015 new and been a fantastic bike with no problems at all.

Great review thanks Mark, that is one crazy bike, and that sound 😃... I'd love to take it to a decent track where it belongs.. Ride safe mate and catch you soon 👍

@markpulling12

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Dave :)

Another fantastic review Mark 👏🏻 Incredible bike.

Love them. Last one I’ve been on was my 2012 then after twenty plus years of riding I agreed with my family to trade the bikes in on a few corvettes. Long story short I’m Already sick of it and going back to this bikes. Just an incredible bike and no car will ever replace bikes if you’re a lifetime long rider.

@davep6286

4 жыл бұрын

ZR1 LT5 Chris: I reckon your in the hundreds thousands to get car, to feel like these new breed of beasts👍😎

@deankruse4491

Жыл бұрын

You could have the best of both worlds. I still have my C6 Corvette, my CBR 929 RR and 2019 Aprilia Tuono RR. 😁

That’s a proper bike u need to do more reviews on Aprilia

Such a nice bike.. a friend of mine has this model. Great review as usual Mark 👍

@glenwhyte2555

4 жыл бұрын

Had to watch this again.. the welds on these are phenomenal 🧐

Great review , I ride a ‘19 s1000r sport but i got a test ride on a new tuono factory yesterday & I gotta say I was very impressed, the sound from that v4 is one of the best I’ve ever heard even on a standard can , I’d say they will get a few up dates for 2021 , I’d say that Aprilia is a bike that would make u smile on every ride , we just got our first official Aprilia dealership in Ireland a few months ago so it’s a brand I’ve never known much about apart from the rs125/250 years ago , most owners say they are good and reliable now a days from the reviews I’ve read etc

@markpulling12

4 жыл бұрын

Hi yes agreed that v4 sound is amazing All the best mark

@MetYsJa

3 жыл бұрын

I've had both. 2015 S1Kr and 2018 tuono factory. The bmw is easier to ride, better for a novice. The ape is faster especially from 200kmh up. But the ape sound is awesome. Both wheelie fairly easily. The bmw probably easier, the ape seems to tail wag a bit.

Great video again

Thanks for the review. You may have made my mind up on new bike. Cheers

@markpulling12

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks damo you'll never regret getting one if these ... totally awesome bike regards mark

Thanks Mark, great review it looks like my license might be in trouble if I had one

@markpulling12

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Noel yes definitely .. it's crazy fast !! Regards mark

Great review m8 thx 😊 love that bike 🏍

@markpulling12

4 жыл бұрын

Yes it's totally awesome What a great engine :)

Great review Mark I have owned a 17 from new, having owned a superduke before, awesome machine the sound is addictive, I don't get the reliability comments this is well in the past now with Aprilia as with ducati,Ive spoken to quite a few other owners on my travels & like me they haven't had any issues at all. I had the akro & Aprilia race map done to mine and it sounds unreal.

@markpulling12

4 жыл бұрын

Yes agreed ref the reliability ,that's all in the past now ,id definitely have one if I could afford it ,but happy with my ninja 636 cheers mark

@adrianwatkins9629

4 жыл бұрын

I'm on a 2019 Tuono Factory from a 2018 Superduke.. Glad I made the leap... Race Akra and map no better sound....

@wradford1

4 жыл бұрын

As reliable as anything out there

@MetYsJa

4 жыл бұрын

Got the aprilia pipe, but no race map. How much difference does the map make,.and in what way

@PezRacer

3 жыл бұрын

Adrian Watkins Hi, thanks for your comment. Any regrets switching from the 1290 SDR to the Tuono? I’m looking to do the same possibly.

What a great bike mark, top review as normal

@markpulling12

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks ,I want one now :)

@steve-wu7jp

4 жыл бұрын

@@markpulling12 exactly, could be the perfect all rounder.

Picking up my 2019 Factory in a few days.... it has the Austin GP2.... was feeling smug..... having watched this vid i've switched to super smug... gonna be chucklesome summer

@markpulling12

4 жыл бұрын

Matt you are going to have an awesome summer on this ,one of the best bikes on the planet All the best mark

@deankruse4491

Жыл бұрын

I felt the same way until I realized how much oil this machine burns. Quite concerning.

@mattnicholas9842

Жыл бұрын

The reality did not live up to the hype. I only kept it 7 months. Looked gorgeous, sounded gorgeous except the Austin pipe was deafening, fuel consumption was atrocious, was a nightmare to clean and the build quality was a bit suspect, the finish was starting to suffer after just a few showers, it was bloody uncomfortable after ½ hour, it was snatchy and unfriendly at anything below 50mph and was a rocket ship above it. Amazing bike… just not for everyday use and not for me. And yes it slurped a bit of oil. Much happier on my Ducati Supersport S and Street Triple RS, horses for courses I guess but for me they both much better road bikes

Best bike ever! and 2017 superpole is the best paint scheme.

@markpulling12

4 жыл бұрын

Yes I agree looks stunning in the flesh :) cheers mark

Love the videos keep them rolling and me entertained at work👍👍👍👍

@markpulling12

4 жыл бұрын

lovely thanks jeff :)

I've only been pillion on a rsv4.yes not comfy yes awesome! Lol was a little issue with the qs tho..but a mint bike..

I live in a major urban area in the US, and we’ve gone from 3 Aprilia/Moto Guzzi dealers to none. The nearest dealer now is 200 miles away. I like the Tuono, but don’t know if I want a bike with no local dealers.

Dream bike. Maybe one day 🤔

@yorkshire1290DUKE-R

3 жыл бұрын

No longer a dream bike. Picked my new factory up last week. Complete with akro and race map. Next year can't come soon enough. This review helped me make my mind up. Thanks

Fantastic review, amazing bike......BUT......please try the new Ducati Diavel 1260S....pleeeeaaaase. You’ll be shocked!!! In a good way. Makes the monster feel lame. Loved the vid, all the best Dean South Wales

@markpulling12

4 жыл бұрын

thanks for the comment dean all the best mark

great bike I loved it had one for a year but got fed up with fuel range to do any distance and dealer network (ie miles away from where I live), but I loved the V4 and the auto blipper best on any bike. Did you try the other maps? can't tell which one you were in, great bike and missed!

@markpulling12

4 жыл бұрын

Hi Chris yes what a machine ,id love one just for the v4 masterpiece ,but I'll stick with my ninja 636 for now :). Didn't try the other maps ,it was in race mode , All the best mark

You still got that cbr600f3 mate? Had mine for a while it’s still brilliant

Thanks mark for the great review. Just a question. If you have to choose between bmw s1000r and aprilia which one will you choose?

@markpulling12

3 ай бұрын

Hi tough choice... but it would. have to be the tuono for me...that v4 engine is a masterpiece Best wishes mark

Taking notes 📝

Great review. Which bar end mirrors are they?

@markpulling12

Жыл бұрын

Hi they are CNC. Arrows :)

I sold my 2012 tuono v4 and got a 2011 ducati multistrada 1200s, and now I'm already back in the market for a newer tuono v4...not sure I'll get another one yet because I honestly love the ducati multistrada, but the sound and looks of the Aprilia are just to hard to pass

Great review. Can you list the aftermarket extras please. Austin racing exhaust Mirrors? Screen? Etc. Thanks

@markpulling12

4 жыл бұрын

Hi Noel the mirrors are crg arrow and the screen is a puig tall Regards mark

@markpulling12

4 жыл бұрын

The mirrors are crg arrow from the USA....use amazon.com And the screen is a puig tall Regards mark

Great review yet again, I’ve got nothing against Aprillia's but any chance of you reviewing the new BMWR1250RS? Thanks.

@markpulling12

4 жыл бұрын

Ok Simon ,I'll keep that bmw in mind ,cheers mark

@markpulling12

4 жыл бұрын

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@markpulling12

4 жыл бұрын

Did this one a few years ago

@simonhunt9897

4 жыл бұрын

mark pulling Wasn’t that the R1200RS though?

@markpulling12

4 жыл бұрын

@@simonhunt9897 oh yes I know that ,but thought it might be of interest to you ,and similar ish :)

Mark you need OIS (Optical Image Stabilization) camera when you are doing walk around the bike. Very shaky footage but great review. As usual

great video, question regarding Austin pipe, is it too loud or just right? would a daily drive be fine or are ear plugs needed and would you think its annoying for a passenger? thanks

@markpulling12

4 жыл бұрын

Hi it sounds amazing for short blasts ,my friend loves it ,but me personally it would be too loud for daily commutes etc,the standard big can is loud but just right for me sound wise,I'm sure there are lots of slightly quieter aftermarket pipes like akro ,yosh etc all the best mark

@twistngrip

4 жыл бұрын

mark pulling thanks for a fast reply! I have this bike, love the stock sound but need something to just bring the v4 sound alive and remove the remote valve. Love the look of the austin as to any other aftermarket. But worried for def ears.

@davep6286

4 жыл бұрын

Twist & Grip: if you don’t wear earplugs you are doing damage anyway,from the wind, have your breather vents open, to stay fresh. Does a lot of the damage, that what a lot of the older, n not so old rides say.😎👍

@twistngrip

4 жыл бұрын

Dave P62 thanks! Ended up getting the Austin 200mm, its just right!

Mark with all the new bikes you have test rode Wouk you still take your 636 and why ? Thanks

@markpulling12

4 жыл бұрын

Hi ,yes i would ....because i have my 1200 trophy tourer for comfort etc so need a bike just for pure thrills and excitement and the 636 has that !! :) and its well priced to compared to the r6

Again, nice vid. You might make me depart from my S1R....is that can road legal?

@markpulling12

Жыл бұрын

Hi raymo ...yes it is ... cheers mark

I disagree on the comfort of supernakeds. I owned a 1290 Superduke R and these bikes are only comfortable at low speeds. At high speeds the wind on your chest and helmet gets oncomfortable really quick. Thats why i traded in my supernaked for the Ducati Supersport. That one is a really comfortable bike. You must test the supersport one day. Not that quick but fun nonetheless.

@markpulling12

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the comment Frank ,fair point ,yes the supersport looks great All the best mark

@matthewwilkinson5031

4 жыл бұрын

Frank 939 its all down to personal preference. For me, supernakeds are the most comfortable format. I find it the perfect compromise between the sit bolt upright adventure and touring bikes and the lean too far forward sport bikes. I have no problem doing motorway speeds and long distances on them. Did a 2000 mile tour around France on a Speed Triple a few years back, in a week, and had no comfort problems whatsoever. However, I do agree somewhat about the KTM 1290 Superduke R. I had a 2016 model a few years ago and I did find it the least comfortable supernaked at motorway speeds. For me, its riding position was a little too upright so I’d did get a little bit of lower back pain when doing long distances at speed which I haven’t experienced on other supernakeds. But bloody hell, it was an absolute rocket ship when you twisted the throttle! I do still miss it. Agree about the Ducati Supersport. Rode one last year and loved it. It went surprisingly well and was comfortable for me, too. Great bike, nearly did buy one. Still haven’t tried the Tuono. But it sounds like my perfect bike! Great work Mark!

@markpulling12

4 жыл бұрын

@@matthewwilkinson5031 thanks for the comment Mathew :)

Were the mirrors any good? What would you say the tank range is? I reckon if you rode it flat out, i.e. on track it would be pretty thirsty.

@markpulling12

4 жыл бұрын

Hi Alex ,those mirrors are amazing ,super clear optics ,quite expensive though from USA,yes it will do about 35 mpg if you're gunning it ,but what an engine ! :)

@andrewrogers3240

4 жыл бұрын

What mirrors are they, Mark?

Uuuhh an italian bike mmmm noice👌 Will u consider reviewing something like a ducati in the future? Will be cool to see your thoughts on the panigale v2 when it comes out

@markpulling12

4 жыл бұрын

Yes would love to review a Ducati , especially the v2 ,had a go on a panigale 899 a few months ago and loved it :)

@vali69

4 жыл бұрын

@@markpulling12 man i love the looks of the "baby" panigales. They look smaller but are just as awesome as the big bois :) would love to get to own one in the future but untill then ill first try to get my a2 permit untill exams start at the end of spring xD

went to see 2018 factory with 3800km today. might pick it up tomorrow. good deal for 11500 eur? has race ecu and arrow exhaust.

@markpulling12

3 жыл бұрын

Yes sounds a great deal :)

What a sexy beast, you luck sod! :D

@markpulling12

4 жыл бұрын

Thought you were talking about me for a minute then dan :). Yes awesome bit of kit ,try and get a ride on one of you can cheers mark

@Englishbikerdan

4 жыл бұрын

@@markpulling12 Maybe I was............. :D I will try mate, getting a bit chilly out there now!

I have a 2018 with akra and race map. She's quick. Drill my buddy on his gixxer up to 250 before he flies past. I had a s1000r before this, similar to 200 but the ape is def quicker 200 to 250

@ev_an_8898

3 жыл бұрын

I’m thinking of going from a S1kR to a ape . Much better or ?

@MetYsJa

3 жыл бұрын

@@ev_an_8898 its quite different. In slow moving traffic and commute the bmw is better. In fast moving twisties and runs, the ape is king. Both wheelie great.

@ev_an_8898

3 жыл бұрын

@@MetYsJa awesome thanks for the reply mate

Has anyone had under-seat heat issues with these bikes? Is it anything near as hot the frying pan that is the 899 Panigale seat?

@markpulling12

4 жыл бұрын

Hi Mike,my friend owns this bike and he has no issues with under seat heat ,wilth the general temps here in the UK regards mark

@mikemiller7788

4 жыл бұрын

​@@markpulling12 Great to hear. Are there any rumblings in the aprilia community about this brand's performance bikes being hot? Ducatis, and Panigales in particular, tend to scorch the...um...important bits of their riders. I want to make sure to avoid that as I look for a machine with better street ergonomics but no sacrifice to raw performance or Italian character.

@markpulling12

4 жыл бұрын

@@mikemiller7788 no nothing I've heard that's serious ,I've test ridden a panigale v4 six months ago and it was so hot under the seat would never get one ,but the 899 isn't so bad with the heat cheers mark

@davep6286

4 жыл бұрын

Mike Miller: it’s a pure joy to ride, town, back roads, motorways. No cooking of the undercarriage at all💪💪😂👍

It's a beautiful thing but at the back of my mind is a nagging doubt over reliability.

@markpulling12

4 жыл бұрын

Yes there is always that point ,I think Ducati and Aprilia are more reliable than they used to be ,but they never seen to match the Japanese in terms of reliability All the best mark

@hollowaysteve

4 жыл бұрын

It’s a beautiful thing but at the back of ‘my’ mind is a nagging doubt over being able to retain my licence/liberty...

@johna6968

4 жыл бұрын

@@hollowaysteve Yes and that too

Any good for 6’3” rider

@markpulling12

3 жыл бұрын

Hi mark my friend who owns this bike is 6ft 2 and he finds it absolutely fine ....so should be fine for you cheers MP

@markbriers7592

3 жыл бұрын

mark pulling thanks mate

@mysticherbalist1029

3 жыл бұрын

Hey man, I'm 6'5 and I'm pretty comfortable even riding for like an hour and a half straight

Did you film this on Nokia 3210?

@markpulling12

4 жыл бұрын

The video has just uploaded the quality should get better later on :)

@1teem

4 жыл бұрын

@@markpulling12 don't pay attention to the haters, video quality and the various pov's from the different cameras are superb. Especially when viewing in 1080p mode.

@rzu7120

4 жыл бұрын

mark pulling Looks fine on my display

@rajindernijjer

4 жыл бұрын

@@rzu7120 many hours late

But it doesnt get DRLs in 2020 😅

I own a 2018 Super Duke 1290r. I owned a 2016 SD GT before the R. In 2018 my choices were the SD or Tuono. Both are great bikes. Both are too much power for the street. Middle weights are proving better with more horsepower every year. I chose the SD because of the engine. All it’s torque and horsepower are below 9500 rpm. No other motor offers high torque and horsepower at the same time. Just like a Lambo or Ferrari, I must see the engine. The Tuono, for a naked, can not see the motor. The Tuono is more track focused work h horsepower and torque higher in the rpm band. Can not go wrong with either bike. 99.9% of riders can not even approach the limits of these bikes. These are Halo bikes showing the best if the best for these companies. The 2020 SD basically kept the engine the same as seeking more horsepower cause searching for higher rpm and losing torque. 2020 SD went with the more expensive route by continually trying to lose weight. Keep the Goldilocks engine but lighter weight improves everything, accelerating, braking, handling, etc.

@gregbaker3560

3 жыл бұрын

Nice review fella - I'm a bit late to the party but I'm picking up a 2019 Factory next week and am really rather looking forward to it. Did you go into Bugad after your stop? I was working there was the time !

Curious how a bike with nearly 100 more hp would be a good rival for this slow bike lol

@triv

4 жыл бұрын

Slow bike? Were you listening?

@basuo8378

3 жыл бұрын

name one street legal bike with 275 HP

@legodude5556

2 жыл бұрын

@@basuo8378 1000rr

@basuo8378

2 жыл бұрын

@@legodude5556 doesn't even have close to 275 HP. only the moto GP bikes would have that or more

@legodude5556

2 жыл бұрын

@@basuo8378 250 isn’t close to 275?? Illiterate fucks acting like you know it all😂😂😂🤡

All that electrickery and it sill doesn't have a fuel gauge as far as I am aware. Fail.

@wradford1

4 жыл бұрын

🙄

@andrewrogers3240

4 жыл бұрын

What is does have aside from the fuel warning light is a trip meter (designation ‘F’, on the dash) which counts distance travelled from the fuel light coming on. It goes up as anxiety rises!