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EICMA: 2015 Aprilia Tuono V4 1100
Capacity has been increased by 78cc, alongside a revamped chassis and optional smartphone platform. There are two versions, as wellThe latest evolution of Aprilia’s Tuono V4 has been launched, and it’s called the Tuono V4 1100. There are two versions of the updated machine: the RR and Factory.
The 1100 suffix name already gives away the central update for the acclaimed nakedbike: a capacity increase from 999 to 1077cc thanks to a 3mm bigger bore.
The hike has lifted peak power for the 65-degree V4 up from 170 to 175hp, while torque has climbed appreciably from 110 to 120Nm – “an exclusive thrill generator and fun in its purest state” according to Aprilia’s media release.
The upper half of the engine case is now made with a new shell fusion and has been lightened and reinforced; it also now has an optimised ventilation system in order to reduce power loss due to air pressure inside the engine crankcase. The crankshaft now has connecting rod pins reduced to 36mm in diameter, while the pistons are new and the connecting rods are 400 grams lighter.
Speaking of weight, the 1100s come in at 184kg (dry).
The other technical particulars of the engine remained unchanged, such as full ride-by-wire technology, the removable gearbox and the timing system kinematics: the chain camshaft drives only the intake camshaft which in turn drives the exhaust camshaft via a single gear.
In order to make the Tuono V4 1100s more agile on the road, Aprilia has reduced the rake from 25.1 to 24.7 degrees, and the trail from 107.4 to 99.7mm. However, the “sleeker” dimensions are countered by a 6mm longer swingarm to maintain high-speed stability. The fully adjustable suspension is by Sachs for the RR and Ohlins for the Factory.
Meanwhile, the seat is 15mm lower and there are now narrower handlebars.
The main change to the bodywork is the more protective top fairing, which also has a better aerodynamic coefficient. The headlight unit changes as well, now fitted with LED technology and also 1.5kg lighter.
The 1100 range has received all the latest upgrades to the Aprilia Performance Ride Control (aPRC) system, which includes traction control, adjustable on the fly; wheelie control, launch control, and a quickshifter.
In addition to the third generation aPRC, the Tuono V4 1100s have Race ABS, developed in collaboration with Bosch and which weighs in at 2kg. There are three levels of Race ABS to choose from, catering from track to road. Each of the three Race ABS maps can be combined with any one of the three engine maps: Track, Sport and Road.
The RR model is the base machine, while the Factory bike is equipped with components largely derived directly from the new Aprilia RSV4 RF superbike, including the new rail fairing and a supposedly more comfortable saddle.
Among the accessories includes a V4-MP kit: the multimedia platform dedicated to the Aprilia V4 models made up of a Bluetooth control unit and all the wiring needed for installation. The platform transforms your smartphone into a semi-professional tool and becomes the link between the vehicle and Internet. Some of the more prominent features of V4-MP are:
- Active electronic setup: using the GPS feature of your smartphone, the system recognises the position of the bike at any given time on the track and automatically changes the electronic adjustments (traction control, anti-wheelie, engine mapping, etc.), accessing a database of parameters recommended by Aprilia Racing. In any case you can set the electronic controls up according to your own preferences, turn by turn.
- Immersive virtual telemetry: your smartphone records the data from the engine and, using an engine graphic, illustrates user performance. The lap reference is indicated by the “ghost” bike image and the performance relative to it can be downloaded to a database which collects all the laps made by Aprilia customers on each circuit.
- Adaptive race assistant: this feature provides tips in real time to safely achieve your best lap on the track. You can establish the ideal lap for each track, considering the various grip and rider skill levels. The application compares rider performance in real time and assists by immediately indicating the need to brake or the possibility of opening up the throttle.
Australian availability for the new 1100s is yet to be announced.
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