Top 5 - What I HATE about the 2021 Aprilia Tuono Factory V4

Do you have your own dislikes about this bike? Me too, and here is my top 5 things I hate about the Aprilia Tuono factory v4 2021.

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[MuchTorque]

Have to agree with you on most of those points. I also have a 2021 Factory. And it's hard to come up with too many negatives. To comment on a few of your points:
1) Neutral is not the easiest to find but it was also the same if not worse on my KTM 1290 SDR, so a little used to it
2) Changed the stock mirrors out immediately to bar ends so didn't notice the CC location being a bit wonky
3) I too would have preferred the same handlebar rise as the Non Factory but I get it
4) And yes, this bike eats up gas like you would not believe. Never had a bike just choke down gas like this one.

But same as you, I still consider it the best bike I've every owned.

[taha]

hey i had the same neutral issue with my tuono. just adjust the clutch for less slack that way the clutch fully disengages when you pull the lever and it’ll pop right into neutral every time!

[johnmoe]

I own the 2018 Factory and what I do not like is the following:
1) Cruise control increase and decrease speed...it's way to hard both accelerating and breaking.
2) Riding position but I have handlebar risers so one inch up and one inch back. That helped a lot. But the knee bend is way to sporty.
3) The bike is bit tiny for a 194 cm (6.36) tall rider

What I love the most is the engine, how it sounds and the fantastic quick shifter

[reflexchill]

So I have a '21 TV4 Factory as well
1. On finding neutral, the shoes I wear make a difference - my Sidi's make it more intuitive than my TCX's. Maybe it's just a muscle memory thing - but something for your consideration.
2. On the cruise control flashing - I get the feeling it's for more litigious countries - doesn't make it ok, but could just be about overly conservative legal counsel.
3. Position of the bars - definitely agree, my out of shape body does suffer. I am focusing on hinging at the hips, intentionally unloading my wrists, gripping the tank better - helps me get through about 100km more focused on the riding than any pains
4. I found that the fuel mileage improved after my first service, not so much to make it a touring bike though :) Also make sure you've had the latest map installed on the bike - won't help mileage, but general usability.

[Championedd]

You can get handlebar risers for the factory and adjustable rearsets where you can have the pegs lower

[akyraider]

I have 2016 Tuono V4 1100 factory . I am more than happy with it . Neutral is very easy . Tons of fun bike.

[JC-mcdq]

I've got a 2022 Tuono V4 Factory. Only minor gripe it there is absolutely no storage. Not even a small place for insurance and registration. But overall a small price to pay for the best bike (by far) I've ever owned.

[Paulthenutter]

I also come from the MT-10 (albeit via a Tracer 900 GT). My thoughts...

1. I don't really have issues with neutral
2. My other gripe with the CC is I often tag the high beam with my index finger and also, there's no reset feature. I liked that the MT could go to the previous set speed. And to nit-pick, the speeding or slowing with the +/- was smoother on the MT.
3. Agree, for general riding, the MT was better but the Tuono is much better for sports riding. I'm riding with taller risers (base model risers) for winter but had the lower risers (factory risers) for end of summer riding.
4. I don't have any issues with the fuel range, it's no worse than the MT... The economy so far has been about the same.
5. As for extra things I don't like... The wind protection is worse. I am currently running a Powerbronze screen which helps but, I had a Puig screen on the MT-10 which was much better all round for wind deflection... Also, I like the 'light' controls on the MT. I find the throttle is a bit heavier on the Tuono which affects my right wrist (had scapholunate surgery post MTB crash), so I rely on the CC a lot more.
In favour of the Tuono, by miles, is the ability to enjoy the sound with the standard pipe. The MT-10 was always limited... Quiet or loud. Disable the exhaust valve on the Tuono and it's the best compromise all round (IMO)(Gabro standard map). Also, the ability to change tour/sport/user modes on the fly is brilliant!

[Tallfresh]

Thank you for approving my purchase im gonna start uploading soon.

[deruusta]

most I did with 1 tank was 235 Km (147 Miles) and had 1.5 Liters left in the tank. This was mostly touring.
On really spirited rides the dreaded light came on after 160 Km (100 Miles)

[oychoppa]

Quick question, how is the throttle compared to the MT-10? I owned a 2017 FZ/MT-10 that I had bought brand new. Like the Tuono, it had a hard time passing a gas station, but it also had a super twitchy throttle. If I ran over the smallest of bumps the bike would lurch. One time I was riding down a road that had low spots where each concrete section met. The sections were probably no more than 20 yards apart and I was going 35 mph. I had to set my cruise control just to keep the bike from jumping so much. Evidently it was a common problem in the 2017 model that was cleaned up for the 2018 and beyond models. That being said, I traded the bike it because it just wasn't a fun bike to ride because of the overly sensitive throttle response. Did this 2021 Aprilia Tuono have a similar issue with the throttle by wire system?

Thank you in advance!

[suvashbiswas]

Funny video; being the owner of a 2019 and now 2021 V4 Tuono factory, cant disagree with a few of the grips; and still the most intoxicating, neck snapping, gut wrenching fun you can imagine! A set of discreet handle bar risers made a difference. Fuel range solved; I bought a 2 litre fuel can which sits in my small Kriega. Riding hard in the Black Forest and B500, fuel light on at 90 miles; riding not as hard, managed nearly 140 mile.

[Chandrasekhification]

I also come from a 2021 MT-10SP. There is no comparison in my view, the Aprilia has in a different league. My best mate (KTM 1290 SDR 2020) said he has to ride much harder now to keep up with me (he is a better rider), before he was always running up my rear. The main thing is it is so easy to go fast on this bike safely and the engine has so much more engine braking and the torque is sublime just power everywhere, I hardly use the front brake anymore whereas on the MT-10 I was on it continuously. The MT-10 was a great fun bike but this Tuono is sheer class. I will never go back to an inline 4 again, I have been bitten by the V4 bug. I'll buy another one when they do a significant upgrade.

[andibell]

I have a 17 tuono and riding with my mate on his CBR 1000, same speed etc. Stop for fuel if he fills up and it costs £11 it will of cost me £15.50. It's car economy.
I bloody love it 😊.

[myaccount]

I think the fuel light just comes on too early… plenty of fuel left in the tank but still you start looking for a fuel station ☺️

[benjamindavies]

In regards to ya fuel mileage, the last blob on your gauge goes red when ya hit about 1.5 liters in the tank.
I always end up filling up when the light goes on, and one blob is left but there is still about a gallon left in the tank so 80-100 miles depending on riding an still have a gallon left before the red light. Some one needs to ride till it stops.

[brettsewell]

I came from an MT10 too

Riding position: The MT10 has a more upright position which I feel is not as nice. After riding the MT for a few hours my backside was really aching and that’s with the comfort seat.
The Aprilia is the best compromise I find between race and bolt upright bikes, and I find it takes weight off both your wrists and backside distributing the weight better for a more comfortable ride (The MT was one of the most uncomfortable rides seating that I have ever had). I also found because the MT is more bolt upright it doesn't corner anywhere near as well as the Aprilia.

Fuel: Well, who buys a super or super naked bike and cares about fuel consumption? Surely you know this before you buy a bike.

Cruise control: Lights on the dash flashing? bit of a personal issue here I think and yes you did say your bike your gripes. My MT cruise control never worked correctly unfortunately because of break switch problems which I think they fixed by recall now. As for the button problem take those big bat ears off which spoil the look of the bike and get some decent bar end mirrors.

The only real issue that in my opinion you've come up with is the finding neutral issue, but this is normally remedied when rolling. Also, my friend’s problem was sorted by altering the clutch cable under warranty at the dealership. Must get mine done but doesn’t really bother me.

Like you said they are great bikes. Have fun

[aerball]

Wondering about the aggressive riding position. I own the tuono 660. How tall are you? Im 6 foot 3 inches (190cm) tall and i dont mind the handle bar position, but my legs feel incredibly tucked in and I get an occasional cramp in my leg.

[simonthecarpenter]

Looking forward to watching this all the way through. Quick question, how does this compare to the mt10 you owned? I have a 2017 10 and am seriously considering changing to one of these tuono’s, albeit a slightly older model. Appreciate your thoughts 👍🏻

[colinb]

Why did you swap to a 1290 GT then?
I’m on the verge of buying a new Tuono, but no one seems to keep them very long, why is that?
What is it that makes you want to chop a virtually new bike in ??