2015 Aprilia Tuono V4 APRC

Make Model	Aprilia Tuono V4 R APRC
Year	2015
Engine	Four stroke, longitudinal 65° V four , DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
Capacity	998,9 cc / 60.9 cu-in
Bore x Stroke	78 x 52.3 mm
Cooling System	Liquid cooled
Compression Ratio	13.0:1
Induction	Airbox with front dynamic air intakes; 4 Weber-Marelli Ø48-mm throttle bodies with 4 injectors and latest generation Ride-by-Wire engine management.
Engine Maps	Choice of three different engine maps selectable by the rider with bike in motion: T (Track), S (Sport), R (Road)
Ignition	Magneti Marelli digital electronic ignition system integrated in engine control system, with one spark plug per cylinder and “stick-coil” type coils
Starting	Electric
Exhaust	4 into 2 into 1 layout, single oxygen sensor, lateral single silencer with ECU-controlled bypass valve and integrated trivalent catalytic converter (Euro 3)
Alternator	Flywheel mounted 450W alternator with rare earth magnets
Lubrication	Wet sump lubrication system with oil radiator and two oil pumps (lubrication and cooling)
Max Power	126.8 kW / 170 hp @ 11500 rpm
Max Torque	111.5 Nm / 11.4 kgf-m 82.2 lb/ft @ 9500 rpm
Clutch	Multiplate wet clutch
Transmission	6 Speed
Gear Ratio	1st: 39:15 (2,600) / 2nd: 33:16 (2.063) / 3rd: 34:20 (1,700) / 4th: 32:22 (1,455) / 5th: 34:26 (1,308) / 6th: 33:27 (1,222); Gear lever with Aprilia Quick Shift electronic system (aQS)
Primary Drive	Straight cut gears and integrated flexible coupling, drive ratio: 73:44 (1,659)
Final Drive	Chain, drive ratio: 42:16 (2,625)
Traction Management:	APRC System (Aprilia Performance Ride Control), which includes Traction Control (aTC), Wheelie Control (aWC), Launch Control (aLC), all of which can be configured and deactivated independently.
Frame	Aluminum dual beam chassis with pressed and cast sheet elements. Steering Damper: Sachs
Front Suspension	Sachs upside-down “one by one” fork, stanchions 43 mm. Forged aluminum feet for radial calliper mounting; Completely adjustable spring preload and hydraulic compression and rebound damping;
Front Wheel Travel	120 mm / 4.7 in
Rear Suspension	Double braced aluminum swingarm; mixed low thickness and sheet casting technology; Sachs piggy back monoshock with completely adjustable: spring preload and hydraulic compression and rebound damping. APS progressive linkage;
Rear Wheel Travel	130 mm / 5.1 in
Front Brakes	2 x Ø320 mm floating stainless steel discs with lightweight stainless steel rotor with 6 studs. Brembo monobloc radial callipers M432 with 4 horizontally opposed Ø32 mm pistons. Sintered pads. Axial pump master cylinder and metal braided brake hoses.
Rear Brakes	Single Ø220 mm diameter disc, Brembo floating calliper with two Ø32 mm isolated pistons. Sintered pads. Pump with integrated tank and metal braided hose.
ABS	Bosch 9MP, adjustable on 3 maps, featuring RLM strategy and disconnectable.
Wheels	Cast aluminum wheels with 3 split spoke design
Front Wheel	3.50 x 17”
Rear Wheel	6.00 x 17”
Front Tyre	120/70 ZR17
Rear Tyre	190/55 ZR 17 (alternative: 190/50 ZR 17; 200/55 ZR 17)
Rake	25.0°
Trail	106.6 mm / 4.2 in
Dimensions	Length: 2065 mm / 81.2 in Width: 800 mm / 31.4 in (at the handlebar) Height : 1090 mm / 42.9 in
Wheelbase	1435 mm / 56.8 in
Seat Height	833 mm / 32.8 in
Ground Clearance	125 mm / 4.9 in
Dry Weight	183 kg / 403.4 lbs
Fuel Capacity	18 Liters / 4.8 US gal

The most sophisticated and technological naked bike, originating from the all-conquering RSV4, is now even more incisive and powerful thanks to the exceptional aPRC electronic system and a new exhaust design. Tuono V4 R aPRC ABS is globally recognized by the specialized press as the most exciting, accomplished and fun naked bike ever, reaching performance and sophistication levels never seen before.

The brand new MY15 not only retains all the important updates introduced on MY14: Racing ABS (3 maps + off), Brembo M432 monobloc radial front calipers, increased tank capacity (+0.40 gallons) reshaped for improved ergonomics, Sachs fork with one-by-one separated hydraulic adjustments, improved seat ergonomics with softer padding vs MY13, comfort-oriented suspension setting (without scarifying performance), and aPRC the most advanced electronics system in production – With the new 2015, the power is increased to 170 hp (+3hp) and torque rises 83.3 ft lb (113Nm) thanks to a re-engineered internal exhaust system, making the already commanding Tuono V4 R that much more persuasive.

Extremely compact, as slim as a twin-cylinder and installed in an ultra-compact chassis, the 65° V4 engine on the V4 R is the pinnacle of Italian ingenuity. The Tuono offers greater fluidity making it more enjoyable and rewarding to ride on the road, without sacrificing capabilities on the track. Thanks to triple mapping selectable from the handlebar, the character of the bike can be modified to suit the rider’s personal riding needs on go.

T-Track: no compromise. All 170 horsepower available at the slightest twist of the throttle.
S-Sport: maximum fun on the open road, with smooth delivery across the rev band for less demanding riding
R-Road: usability in all conditions. Power attenuated by 25% making it ideal for the city and wet conditions

The aluminum race-type frame and swingarm deliver a perfect balance of torsional and flexional stiffness, superb dynamic equilibrium and efficiency as well as exceptional stability and directionality for the optimal rider feel. The mind-blowing 2015 Tuono V4 R comes equipped with the best electronics package on the market, with the second generation aPRC dynamic control system, to assist the rider in achieving maximum performance – adjustable on the fly, saving rider settings each time the bike is turned off.

Aprilia Performance Ride Control (aPRC) includes:

aTC - 8 setting traction controlranging from those for conservative use on the road to full race mode

aWC - wheelie control specially adapted for the weight of the Tuono V4, with 3 settings to manage the most extreme wheelie conditions yet gradually set the rear tire back on the road or track ;

aQS - ultra-fast quick shifting without closing the throttle or using the clutch.

aLC – launch control for lightning fast take offs with all 170 horsepower of the beast from Noale are ready to slingshot the Tuono like a missile as soon as the rider releases the clutch.

TUONO V4 aPRC ABS MAIN FEATURES

65° V4 engine, 999.6 cc, 4-strokes, liquid cooled, double overhead camshaft (DOHC), four valves per cylinder
Max Power 170 hp @ 11,500rpm / Max Torque 83.3 ft lb 112.9 Nm @ 9500rpm
Brembo M432 monobloc radial front calipers
Racing ABS system with 3 map settings + off
Increased capacity tank, reshaped for improved ergonomics (4.9 gal. – 18.5 l)
Sachs fork with one-by-one separated hydraulic adjustments
Seat ergonomics The padding of the seat is now softer vs. MY13
Comfort-oriented suspension setting, without scarifying performances
Most advanced APRC settings to further improve the system response

Aprilia Tuono V4 R APRC