If fitting the R&G crash bungs make sure the base plate doesn't touch the frame. I bought a 2018 model new and the base plate for the crash bungs rested on the frame and didn't touch on the bushes where they should meet. I sent pictures to R&G and told them the bushes needed to be another 7mm longer, they got some new bushes made and sent them to me. So they should be in the kit now but just check after fitting them.(and of course they blamed Aprilia for altering the frame and not telling them)
@@WildlifeMoto What brand please? Also, just out of curiosity, what settings do you use for the various aids? I run ATC 4 (lots of gravel still on the roads) AWC 1, ABS 2, ASC A1. Still toggling between Sport and Race maps.. I'm thinking Sport is better during run in due to more engine braking, which i have heard helps to settle the piston rings. Besides i am used to and quite like engine braking.. can't really tell any difference other than that, but then again i haven't done the first service yet so have set the shift lights at 7500 rpm
@@Larry_Mott It's a Ram ball mount with a short arm and large x-grip (all Ram). I mainly run the bike in Track Mode at the moment. ATC2, AWC2, ABS2. Sometimes AWC goes off (but not when filming on UA-cam haha)
Sw motech makes tuono specific bags. Otherwise, commonsense and cosmetic upgrades. and one actual performance upgrade. No sprockets? no fuel management beyond an ecu flash? Same ecu as the rsv4....lol so much more can be done within the same budget ballpark
I've put R&G bungs on mine. Saved my last bike after a pot hole in a car park caused me to lose balance at low speed. Wasn't a mark on the bike. Best money I've spent.
Yes got the akra, the dealer did the software when purchased, fitted R%&G sliders on the front, middle and crankcase protectors. Fitted the Kriega bag mounts. I went with the quad lock for the phone. I’ve had a taller Puig racing screen fitted with an MRA deflector., makes a big difference to windflow,. Finally (so far) heated grips. When the battery goes, I’ll go for the lithium battery. Good video, look forward to your next, Colin
How many miles are on your bike? I test rode one last weekend and can't stop thinking about buying one.... but reliability is a huge concern, as these v4's are known for needing valve adjustments early.
@@billh4301 that isn't a lot of miles anymore, triumph and Yamaha have intervals that are double that. There have been a lot of reports of V4 Aprilias dropping valves.
I pick up my 2020 very soon, the R&G swing arm guards are awesome. Didn’t know they had those, been watching a lot of videos to get ideas on what to do, I can’t wait.
I would say some indicators, maybe from Rizoma, or Motogadget will compliment the bike real nice. Something high quality like CNC machined stuff or something instead of the plastic ones. I have hardly seen any RSVs in real life because they are not so common here in India, so just saying off of what I see here in the video. Very tasteful modifications so far though. 😊
Hi mate, good review and nice added mods. Wondering how tall you are and if you feel lower rear sets are something that’s needed. I’m 6’1”… any thoughts? Cheers
Great video, but just incase anyone wanted to know, I found the akra exhaust to be far too quiet. I test rode the dealership owners personal tuono that had it and it was quite underwhelming. It was actually quiet than my mt07 with an akra surprisingly. So if you're looking to make this bike REALLY loud (and trust me everyone loves it when they hear it, well everyone that's into bikes) I would reccomend the SC Project CRT. Sounds absolutely mental and draws a lot of attention.
That's the exhaust I wanna get when I eventually get to buy a Tuono V4 Factory. I'm riding a superduke 2021 now but hoping to buy a Tuono in the future with that exhaust! Absolutely mental sounding beast.
Hi - nice video. How easy was the evotech brake lever to install ? I couldn't remove the master cylinder plunger when i tried on my 2019 but just bought a spare lever and a pair of Evotech's to have another go on my 2020. It's a well kept secret so far from those who have done it lol. I have a quick release fuel cap on mine and Matt Carbon hugger, plus your mods. Cool bikes despite the price and sparse dealer network.
This has always been a dream bike of mine, and when the new styling refresh hits, I might just have to go get one finally! Love all the mods you did too. I think most surprising is the mirrors, they look great and I agree, up there are much easier to use then bar end mirrors.
Revisited this video.. : ) What do you think of TEC bike parts bar end mirrors? I test rode a 2018 Tuono that had round bar end mirrors, except the fact they were puny in size i liked them. The TEC mirrors seem a better size though. I think you run bar end mirrors on your R-E, right? apart from it being a totally different bike, which do you prefer? Stalks or bar ends? Cheers!
Hi mate. I might try some bar ends on the Tuono, but for pure visibility, I think the stem mirrors are hard to beat. I have a pair of TEC bar ends, personally I didn't like them.
@frame sliders: my friend recently went in too hot in the last turn before the main straight on a track day event. He was on a street triple rs. He lost the front, and the bike slid out into the gravel trap. He's fine, I think his pride was hurt the most. But you'd be surprised HOW much the frame+engine+handlebar sliders helped during that slide. It protected all the important bits AND the bike was declared fit to ride for the next session. Sure, there was some very minor cosmetic damage, easily fixable. But none of the important bits touched down
In the right kind of crash they can totally save your bike. I actually dropped my Tuono in a pub car park (not very glamorous I know) shortly after fitting these. The bike was 100% unharmed. It would have smashed the tank/ frame if it wasn’t for these.
Dropped it in a pub car park. Bloody embarrassing but no harm done. The sliders stick out a mile. Not that it matters anymore as the bike has since been stolen.
I’m very limited in London as a lot of the “good” companies won’t touch it. Try the guys at Bemoto. I’ve heard good things about them (if you are out of London).
Great content, awesome bike. I have the 2019 one... akrapovic was a must have for me... that v4 symphony. Always good to see mods... thanks for sharing.
Great vid! Got a cheap new 2019 a few weeks ago. Bought most of these items but thanks to this bought the USB socket and levers. Dealer keeps telling me the akra can is nowhere to be found - did you have any probs sourcing one?
Cheers Chris. Great time to get a bargain before the new model arrives (I would also argue that this Euro 4 engine will be better than a Eu5). I didn't have any problems with the pipe, I guess Akra had some production issues recently. I see Sportsbike shop are taking pre-orders for mid-may. www.sportsbikeshop.co.uk/motorcycle_parts/content_prod/447364
Aprilia have stopped supplying the Akra and race map this year due to euro 5 regs . Buy the pipe from Akra and get the UpMap T800 dongle for a phone based app flash with the race map and GRT map
Love the content! Could you please drop some info on your Mic setup for your Voiceovers? They all sound particularly clean with no popping or mouth noises (I'm struggling with this myself so it would be a great help).
Nice vid (again) :) Pretty much a check list for my 2020 Factory with a few exceptions - I went for the Motodynamic tail tidy since it is to my knowledge the only one that's 100% plug and play, with no cutting or splicing cables. R&G frame sliders and Evotech front and rear axle ditto. The bike came with Akra + map included in the deal, just haven't had it fitted yet. I wanted to run the bike in and evaluate it in stock form first. Did you run into trouble with the clutch lever touching the TC paddle? I had to adjust stock lever up a mil or two from where i would have liked it because it kept decreasing, and eventually turning TC off. Not a good thing in sub 10° C temperatures :) Cheers!
Fantastic Bike probably my favourite of the larger capacity bikes on the market at the moment. Sounds Awesome too.
Cheers Ian, yes the sound is crazy good on this bike.
If fitting the R&G crash bungs make sure the base plate doesn't touch the frame. I bought a 2018 model new and the base plate for the crash bungs rested on the frame and didn't touch on the bushes where they should meet. I sent pictures to R&G and told them the bushes needed to be another 7mm longer, they got some new bushes made and sent them to me. So they should be in the kit now but just check after fitting them.(and of course they blamed Aprilia for altering the frame and not telling them)
Cheers Steve, i'm off to check mine now. I don't think it's touching, but this is a great point.
Thanks for the tips! Now I have something to do in the garage with my Tuono 2018 bike during the winter :)
Gonna pick up my Tuono v4 Factory 2021 model this tuesday, so excited :)
Very cool. Congratulations, ride safe (hold tight!).
Wow ! Congrats !
Bro pick one up for me as well. God bless you 😄.
Make damn sure you check the oil level constantly. Mine burns a quart of oil every 1500 miles!😩
Thank you. Beautiful and amazing bike. I just bought one as well.
Best soundtrack 😎. Had to sell mine to keep my licence 😂
Yes you got to watch yourself on this one.
Cant what for aprilia ro do an update hopefully 2024
was this a 2020 bike?
How many miles do you get per a full tank ?
By the way, is that a fork stem Ram mount you have? How do you find it? Was it difficult to assemble/mount?
No it's just a bar mount. I heard that the fit isn't great on the fork stem mount. I might try it one day.
@@WildlifeMoto What brand please? Also, just out of curiosity, what settings do you use for the various aids? I run ATC 4 (lots of gravel still on the roads) AWC 1, ABS 2, ASC A1. Still toggling between Sport and Race maps.. I'm thinking Sport is better during run in due to more engine braking, which i have heard helps to settle the piston rings. Besides i am used to and quite like engine braking.. can't really tell any difference other than that, but then again i haven't done the first service yet so have set the shift lights at 7500 rpm
@@Larry_Mott It's a Ram ball mount with a short arm and large x-grip (all Ram). I mainly run the bike in Track Mode at the moment. ATC2, AWC2, ABS2. Sometimes AWC goes off (but not when filming on UA-cam haha)
Lockdown didn’t include bikers! 🤷🏻♂️
Sw motech makes tuono specific bags.
Otherwise, commonsense and cosmetic upgrades. and one actual performance upgrade.
No sprockets? no fuel management beyond an ecu flash? Same ecu as the rsv4....lol so much more can be done within the same budget ballpark
She’s a beauty! Love the sound... Happy for you that you can finally take her out! Long may it last!
Cheers mate :)
I never see any reviews that talk about the oil consumption on these machines. mine Consumes oil at an alarming level since day one.😢
Yes they do. I think that’s fairly normal.
I've put R&G bungs on mine. Saved my last bike after a pot hole in a car park caused me to lose balance at low speed. Wasn't a mark on the bike. Best money I've spent.
Wow! Great to hear they did the job.
Yes got the akra, the dealer did the software when purchased, fitted R%&G sliders on the front, middle and crankcase protectors. Fitted the Kriega bag mounts. I went with the quad lock for the phone. I’ve had a taller Puig racing screen fitted with an MRA deflector., makes a big difference to windflow,.
Finally (so far) heated grips. When the battery goes, I’ll go for the lithium battery.
Good video, look forward to your next, Colin
Nice list of upgrades. I’d be interested in trying out that screen. A lighter battery also on the list too. Thanks for watching.
How many miles are on your bike? I test rode one last weekend and can't stop thinking about buying one.... but reliability is a huge concern, as these v4's are known for needing valve adjustments early.
About 4K and all good so far. These bikes have been around for a long time now. The later models are pretty solid.
First valve check/adjustment not due until 12.5 thousand miles.
@@billh4301 that isn't a lot of miles anymore, triumph and Yamaha have intervals that are double that. There have been a lot of reports of V4 Aprilias dropping valves.
I pick up my 2020 very soon, the R&G swing arm guards are awesome. Didn’t know they had those, been watching a lot of videos to get ideas on what to do, I can’t wait.
I would say some indicators, maybe from Rizoma, or Motogadget will compliment the bike real nice. Something high quality like CNC machined stuff or something instead of the plastic ones. I have hardly seen any RSVs in real life because they are not so common here in India, so just saying off of what I see here in the video. Very tasteful modifications so far though. 😊
These bikes are pretty rare here in the UK too. I've been looking at options for indicators
@@WildlifeMoto I will be keeping an eye out on what you go for. 😊
How did you mount your phone and how does sat nav work please ?
Hi mate, good review and nice added mods. Wondering how tall you are and if you feel lower rear sets are something that’s needed. I’m 6’1”… any thoughts? Cheers
At 6.1 the bike will be perfect for you. I’m just under 6ft and I can get two thirds of my feet down on both sides.
@@WildlifeMoto brilliant, thanks for your reply. I was concerned I’d be cramped on the hip-knee- ankle triangle. Cheers mate.
Curious how the race maps improved riding compares to the 2021s improved throttle at low speeds.
How tall are you mate? I’m 6”1, I’ve not sat on the tuono as of yet but I’m very interested in upgrading my bike.
Think I’ll fit?
Just under 6ft and no problems for me. It’s a small bike (smaller than you’d think) so worth test riding before you buy.
Great video, but just incase anyone wanted to know, I found the akra exhaust to be far too quiet. I test rode the dealership owners personal tuono that had it and it was quite underwhelming. It was actually quiet than my mt07 with an akra surprisingly. So if you're looking to make this bike REALLY loud (and trust me everyone loves it when they hear it, well everyone that's into bikes) I would reccomend the SC Project CRT. Sounds absolutely mental and draws a lot of attention.
That's the exhaust I wanna get when I eventually get to buy a Tuono V4 Factory. I'm riding a superduke 2021 now but hoping to buy a Tuono in the future with that exhaust! Absolutely mental sounding beast.
I’m looking at a 2019 TUONO. Are they reliable? What goes wrong with them?
In its class it’s pretty reliable (for an Italian Superbike). I didn’t have any major issues.
Nice vid mate! The best bike!!! I love mine
Hi - nice video. How easy was the evotech brake lever to install ? I couldn't remove the master cylinder plunger when i tried on my 2019 but just bought a spare lever and a pair of Evotech's to have another go on my 2020. It's a well kept secret so far from those who have done it lol. I have a quick release fuel cap on mine and Matt Carbon hugger, plus your mods. Cool bikes despite the price and sparse dealer network.
Nice mods. I'm thinking about getting the carbon belly pan next (looks amazing). I didn't have any issues with the leavers.
great tips and mods
Outstanding Video,! I am new to your channel, I want the bike and now I want all those Mods! I will subscribe and say Thanks!
You are welcome. Thanks for watching 👍
I want one. I want an Aprilia Tuono!
Sounds amazing J great vid as usual 👍🏻
#Nice video, it's amazing, so beauty and elegant, the mirrors are original? if not what brand is this?
Any way great video
Be safe
This has always been a dream bike of mine, and when the new styling refresh hits, I might just have to go get one finally! Love all the mods you did too. I think most surprising is the mirrors, they look great and I agree, up there are much easier to use then bar end mirrors.
The new shape looks great! Do it :)
Do it, you will still be staring at your shoulders, bar ends or bust IMO
👍👍👍
I'm jumping on the new factory when it hits mid July, but I am really atleast waiting on the r&g or any type of protection I can get for it.
Revisited this video.. : )
What do you think of TEC bike parts bar end mirrors? I test rode a 2018 Tuono that had round bar end mirrors, except the fact they were puny in size i liked them. The TEC mirrors seem a better size though. I think you run bar end mirrors on your R-E, right? apart from it being a totally different bike, which do you prefer? Stalks or bar ends?
Cheers!
Hi mate. I might try some bar ends on the Tuono, but for pure visibility, I think the stem mirrors are hard to beat. I have a pair of TEC bar ends, personally I didn't like them.
Which phone mount did you use in the video?
Quadloc
@frame sliders: my friend recently went in too hot in the last turn before the main straight on a track day event. He was on a street triple rs. He lost the front, and the bike slid out into the gravel trap. He's fine, I think his pride was hurt the most. But you'd be surprised HOW much the frame+engine+handlebar sliders helped during that slide. It protected all the important bits AND the bike was declared fit to ride for the next session. Sure, there was some very minor cosmetic damage, easily fixable. But none of the important bits touched down
In the right kind of crash they can totally save your bike. I actually dropped my Tuono in a pub car park (not very glamorous I know) shortly after fitting these. The bike was 100% unharmed. It would have smashed the tank/ frame if it wasn’t for these.
I hate to say it, but I think you talked up dropping your bike with the R&G crash protection fitted... Love your channel BTW 👍
Dropped it in a pub car park. Bloody embarrassing but no harm done. The sliders stick out a mile. Not that it matters anymore as the bike has since been stolen.
Hi ‘ I’ve just bought a beautiful tuono V4 factory 2018 ‘ any good insurance company’s you can recommend ‘ I would be grateful
I’m very limited in London as a lot of the “good” companies won’t touch it. Try the guys at Bemoto. I’ve heard good things about them (if you are out of London).
I like the video. Just looking at the Tuono Factory and I was actually curious about luggage and this was very informative. Subbed.
Cheers Jason. Glad the video helped.
Great content, awesome bike. I have the 2019 one... akrapovic was a must have for me... that v4 symphony. Always good to see mods... thanks for sharing.
@Jason Spagetti Yes, Akra slipon with ECU flash.
Just came across your channel. Great video! Can I ask, is that a standard aprilia pillion seat? Looks wider then the ones I've seen.
It is the standard Factory seat 👍
Great video - thanks for the links!
Great video just ordered a 21 model this will help with the add on list .well done on making it ,how easy was the tail tidy/ engine pucks to fit ?
All super easy to fit with basic tools.
Thanks for sharing 👍
Got any links please for those mirrors bud.... 👍
Awesome vid..
Thanks mate. Links in the description.
@@WildlifeMoto Thank you mate...
Ok. Ok. It sounds better than your 1290 ...
Yes but the LC8 is a Peach! So smoooth
Amazing video, thank you
You are welcome. Thanks for watching.
Great vid! Got a cheap new 2019 a few weeks ago. Bought most of these items but thanks to this bought the USB socket and levers.
Dealer keeps telling me the akra can is nowhere to be found - did you have any probs sourcing one?
Cheers Chris. Great time to get a bargain before the new model arrives (I would also argue that this Euro 4 engine will be better than a Eu5). I didn't have any problems with the pipe, I guess Akra had some production issues recently. I see Sportsbike shop are taking pre-orders for mid-may. www.sportsbikeshop.co.uk/motorcycle_parts/content_prod/447364
@@WildlifeMoto Totally agree about the euro 4 likely being better. Cheers for the link mate, will check that out! 👍🏻
Aprilia have stopped supplying the Akra and race map this year due to euro 5 regs . Buy the pipe from Akra and get the UpMap T800 dongle for a phone based app flash with the race map and GRT map
Aprilia Special Parts.com. to buy the map/dongle
You named this video about the Tuono V4 however it is about an Tuono V4 Factory.
All of these mods can be done on either bike
Love the content! Could you please drop some info on your Mic setup for your Voiceovers? They all sound particularly clean with no popping or mouth noises (I'm struggling with this myself so it would be a great help).
Thanks. I'm using a Rode Videomic (Pro-R), with a Zoom H1 recorder.
@@WildlifeMoto Thanks for responding and the info
Nice vid (again) :) Pretty much a check list for my 2020 Factory with a few exceptions - I went for the Motodynamic tail tidy since it is to my knowledge the only one that's 100% plug and play, with no cutting or splicing cables. R&G frame sliders and Evotech front and rear axle ditto. The bike came with Akra + map included in the deal, just haven't had it fitted yet. I wanted to run the bike in and evaluate it in stock form first.
Did you run into trouble with the clutch lever touching the TC paddle? I had to adjust stock lever up a mil or two from where i would have liked it because it kept decreasing, and eventually turning TC off. Not a good thing in sub 10° C temperatures :)
Cheers!
No problems for me with the clutch lever, i'll look out for that though.
@@WildlifeMoto You'll (hopefully) notice it when TC starts going down until just showing -- : )
@HerrBlackwood gonna make a video of the sliders installed?