By NastyNils·
Motorcycle comparison · Hyper Naked
Aprilia Tuono V4 1100 (MY2015-Factory) vs Yamaha MT-10 (RN45)
Aprilia Tuono V4 1100 vs Yamaha MT-10: which one to buy, and what actually separates them.
You'll feel the Aprilia Tuono V4 1100 grunt the moment the throttle cracks open, and it doesn't let up as the engine rushes toward the top under a howling exhaust. The Yamaha MT-10's off-beat four shoves hard from mid revs.
So which one do you buy?
The Tuono V4 1100 has the edge if…
Racetrack use
Small edge: Tuono V4 1100
The Tuono V4 1100 pulls a nose ahead on track. That comes from more suspension adjustment and a sportier chassis. Don't count on it doing the work for you.
Sporty riding on twisty roads
Slight edge: Tuono V4 1100
Back-road fun leans slightly toward the Tuono V4 1100. The reason: better suspension and more feel through the bars. It's a narrow call, so trust your test ride.
The MT-10 has the edge if…
Daily commuting & city riding
Narrow edge: MT-10
For the ride to work, the MT-10 noses ahead. What tips it: simpler maintenance. Don't let that alone make the call.
Which one's the smarter buy
Money won't decide it
Neither bike is the clear better buy at these used prices. The money doesn't pick a winner here.
What makes each one tick
Tuono V4 1100
There's real room to stretch out on the Tuono V4 1100, with a riding position that leaves space at the pegs and a seat padded for a full day out. In Factory trim, the Öhlins suspension soaks up a bump and doesn't dull the steering. The fork answers before you ask.
Nils rode the Tuono V4 1100 in Hungary in 2016, and in Austria in 2017 (NastyNils Testride).
MT-10
City traffic doesn't ruffle the MT-10, and its chassis stays composed at a crawl until you go looking for mischief. The throttle lifts the front wheel. Passing a car doesn't call for the redline. Its crossplane crank wails like a race bike's.
Nils rode the MT-10 in Austria in 2017 (NastyNils Testride).
The Voice of Experience
What actually separates them
- The Tuono V4 1100 makes more peak power: 175 hp (129 kW) vs 160 hp (118 kW).
- The Tuono V4 1100 makes more peak torque: 89 lb-ft (120 Nm) vs 82 lb-ft (111 Nm).
- The Tuono V4 1100 has the larger engine: 1077 cc vs 998 cc.
Which one for the way you ride
Comfortable long-distance riding
Neither is a natural fit
Long days aren't what these two do best. Plan shorter legs and plenty of stops.
For character, you won't find daylight between them. Let the test ride settle it.
Who each one is built for
What's good, and what you'll live with
Tuono V4 1100
What owners say
Strengths
- Explosive, charismatic V4 engine
- Premium components as standard
- Unexpected comfort for a super naked
Trade-offs
- Mixed reliability and build quality
- Heavy fuel consumption
- Expensive maintenance and sparse dealer network
MT-10
What owners say
Strengths
- Incredible crossplane engine sound and character
- Monster midrange torque
- Excellent electronic package for the price
- Strong standard equipment and build quality
Trade-offs
- Uncomfortable stock seat
Known problems to check before you buy
Tuono V4 1100
- Front brake master cylinder may fail (recall) Recall 17V811000 On certain 2017 models, the Brembo master cylinder piston could crack or fail, causing a loss of front brake pressure. NHTSA recall 17V811000; dealers replace the piston assembly.
MT-10
No confirmed faults on file yet. That's not the same as fault-free.
What they cost used
These prices compare a 6-year-old Tuono V4 1100 with a 6-year-old MT-10.
- Tuono V4 1100
- $12,400
- MT-10
- $11,500
At six years old, the Aprilia Tuono V4 1100 sits around $12,400 while the Yamaha MT-10 lands near $11,500. That's a $900 gap in the MT-10's favor. These figures come from earlier market records, not live listings.
What they share
- Cooling
- Liquid-cooled
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Final drive
- Chain
- Fork
- Upside-down (USD)
- Front tire
- 120/70-17
Where the spec sheets split
| Tuono V4 1100 | MT-10 | |
|---|---|---|
| Seat height | 33.0 in (837 mm) | 32.5 in (825 mm) |
| Wet weight | 461 lb (209 kg) | 463 lb (210 kg) |
| Tuono V4 1100 | MT-10 | |
|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 1077 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine | V4 | Inline-four |
| Power | 175 hp (129 kW) | 160 hp (118 kW) |
| Torque | 89 lb-ft (120 Nm) | 82 lb-ft (111 Nm) |
| Tuono V4 1100 | MT-10 | |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel capacity | 4.9 US gal (18.5 L) | 4.5 US gal (17 L) |
| Tuono V4 1100 | MT-10 | |
|---|---|---|
| Front brake | 330 mm | 320 mm |
| Rear tire | 200/55-17 | 190/55-17 |
What comes fitted, what costs extra
| Tuono V4 1100 | MT-10 | |
|---|---|---|
| Cornering ABS | Standard | Not offered |
| Wheelie Control | Standard | Not offered |
| Launch Control | Standard | Not offered |
| Electronic Suspension | Standard (from 2019) | Not offered |
| TFT Display | Standard (from 2017) | Not offered |
| Smartphone Connectivity | Option | Not offered |
| Heated Grips | Not offered | Option |
| LED Headlight | Not offered | Standard |
Head to head, area by area
Both bikes on the same scale, one area at a time.
