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2025 · Hyper Naked · A variant of the Tuono V4 1100
Differences between the standard Tuono V4 1100 and the Factory
Loud, Precise and Brutally Fast
This is Aprilia's hyper naked in Factory trim. At its core is a liquid-cooled 1099 cc V4 making 180 hp at 11,800 rpm and 89 lb-ft of torque. The engine sits in an aluminum perimeter frame, the bike rolls on a 200/55-17 rear tire, and it weighs 465 lb (211 kg) wet. Aprilia fits a full electronics suite as standard: APRC with Slide Control, APRC Ride-by-Wire with three switchable maps, the bidirectional Aprilia Quick Shift (AQS), cornering ABS, wheelie control and cruise control. The Factory adds electronic suspension on top of that. Big force, serious control. That's the deal!
On paper, this hardware is built for one job: fast, committed riding on mountain passes and back roads. With 180 hp and 89 lb-ft, the V4 has real force on tap. The electronics are there to make that force usable without watering it down. There's no touring pretense anywhere in the spec. Everything points to an experienced rider who puts acceleration first, wants a sharp chassis under them and expects the tech to back them up when they use it. If you want a sensible all-rounder, look elsewhere. Comfort isn't the brief. Intent is!
Spec sheets don't ride bikes, but they set the baseline.
| Power | 180 hp (132 kW) @ 11,800 rpm |
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| Torque | 89 lb-ft (121 Nm) |
| Displacement | 1099 cc |
| Engine | V4 |
| Cooling | Liquid-cooled |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Front tire | 120/70-17 |
| Rear tire | 200/55-17 |
| Seat height | 32.9 in (836 mm) |
| Wet weight | 465 lb (211 kg) |
| Fuel capacity | 4.8 gal (18 L) |
Equipment check
Chassis
Connectivity
Drivetrain
Lighting
Safety
The Tuono V4 1100 Factory (MY2025-Factory) builds on the standard Tuono V4 1100: the upgraded hardware, the key spec changes and where its character shifts. The full ride, specs, scoring and verdict are all right here on this page.
I've gathered this over years of listening to riders: conversations in the paddock, owner chats at fuel stops and on club nights, and the emails and messages people send me directly. On the Tuono V4, that chatter lines up with rare consistency. Owners praise the chassis, the engine and the electronics. Their complaints come back to fuel, small electrical gremlins and getting service and parts.
Handling draws the most praise. Owners describe a chassis with remarkable composure, where fast direction changes at high speed feel light and precise. Several point to the revised rear linkage on the latest bikes and say it sharpens the steering without costing stability. Some riders say the winglets in the redesigned bodywork add calm at speed and more confidence up front. Owners also bring up the finish: top-shelf suspension and brakes, and materials that feel properly premium.
Owners talk about a beefier midrange and a harder top end. The point they keep coming back to is how easy that speed is to live with. They say the V4 is tractable around town and blisteringly fast on the open road without turning into a handful. The electronics get nearly as much credit. Riders single out the predictive wheelie control, which steps in before the front lifts, along with slide control and traction control they can adjust on the fly. Throttle response and ride modes come up as close to perfect, and the word riders use most is confidence.
The most repeated complaint is fuel. Owners report 30 to 40 mpg, and when they ride hard the range often drops below roughly 100 to 110 miles (160 to 180 km). Reliability comes next. Most owners log trouble-free miles, but a steady number mention odd blips like leaky gaskets, oil weeps, sensor glitches and wiring issues. The dealer network is the other sore point. In some regions it's sparse, which can complicate warranty work, and parts can take a long time to arrive, especially during the Italian summer shutdown. One owner also says engine heat gets uncomfortable in stop-and-go traffic and hot weather.
Rear turn signal and tail light may fail (NHTSA recall 25V591)
A manufacturing defect in the rear LED turn signals can cause flickering or complete failure. Also affects the tail light. Recalled for replacement of both rear turn signals. Affects all 2026 model year Tuono V4 1100 models.
Recurring gearbox sprocket issues
Some owners report recurring problems with the gearbox sprocket, potentially leading to drivetrain noise and premature wear. The exact cause is not clearly documented.
Transmission shifting and sprocket concerns
Some owners report clunky or hesitant shifting between 2nd and 3rd gear, and a number of units have experienced premature sprocket/chain wear. The issues appear sporadic, and Aprilia has not issued a corresponding recall.
Throttle hesitation at higher mileage
Some owners report a stumble or hesitation on initial throttle opening, potentially caused by partially fouled throttle bodies, injector deposits, or sensor drift.
Where this Aprilia Tuono V4 1100 pulls ahead of — or falls behind — its rivals on the numbers, and the typical bike in its class on character.
Power
Torque
Displacement
Wet weight
Seat height
Forget spec-sheet bragging. Here's who the Tuono V4 1100 is actually built for.
Of these three riders, you're the best fit. You want to sharpen your technique away from public traffic, and APRC with Slide Control, the bidirectional AQS and electronic suspension give you a serious toolkit for it.
Made for WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca · Barber Motorsports Park · Circuit of the Americas
A very strong match. On weekend runs from LA traffic up into the canyons, 180 hp, cornering ABS and wheelie control give you big pace with a real safety net behind it.
Made for Angeles Crest Highway · Coronado Trail / US 191 · Highway 1 / Big Sur
A strong match, just behind the other two. On the Dragon or the Blue Ridge, three Ride-by-Wire maps let you match the V4's response to the road, and the aluminum perimeter frame is built for precise lines.
Made for Tail of the Dragon · Back of the Dragon · Blue Ridge Parkway
If you're cross-shopping the older generation, here's what changed.
Previous generation · 2021–2024
The V4 Howl Personified
Compare to the previous model →If this one isn't quite the fit, these are the bikes worth riding back-to-back against it.
Any price note compares both bikes at the same age — the youngest age both have on the used market — against this Aprilia Tuono V4 1100. “cheaper/pricier” is what that bike costs second-hand, not how worn it is.
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