2009Aprilia Tuono 1000 R Factory

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The 2009 Aprilia Tuono 1000 R Factory is a high-performance naked bike engineered for experienced riders seeking aggressive streetfighting capability. Its potent 997cc V-twin engine produces 137 horsepower and advanced electronics deliver sharp handling and responsive power delivery. Best known for blending superbike performance with the practicality and visibility of a naked bike platform.

Capacity: 997.6 ccm
Engine: V-Twin, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Dry weight: 181.0 kg
Seat height: 810 mm
Power: 136.8 HP (100.6 kW) @ 9500 RPM

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What’s new for the 2009 Aprilia Tuono 1000 R Factory

vs the 2008

Spec	2008	2009
Front suspension	Öhlins Racing 43 mm upside-down fork with adjustment for spring preload, compression and rebound damping. 120 mm wheel travel.	Ohlins Racing 43 mm upside-down fork with adjustment for spring preload, compression and rebound damping. 120 mm wheel travel.
Rear suspension	Aluminium alloy double member swingarm. APS (Aprilia Progressive System) rising rate linkages.	Aluminium alloy double member swingarm. APS (Aprilia Progressive System) rising rate linkages. -hlins Racing piggy-back monoshock with adjustment for spring preload, compression and rebound damping. Wheel travel 133 mm.

Other years 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail10%

Cornering95%

City riding55%

Daily riding55%

Touring40%

Two-up35%

Track88%

Best for: Built for aggressive canyon carving, back-road blasting and occasional trackday use rather than relaxed cruising.
Built for: It has the raw, characterful growl and immediate throttle response typical of a high-performance Aprilia V-twin naked bike.
Not ideal for: It is not a good fit for new riders or anyone wanting a plush, upright, long-distance touring machine.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

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Your height

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Units

At 810mm, a rider of 175cm with a 79cm (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2009 Aprilia Tuono 1000 R Factory, with a relaxed knee angle of around 120 degrees and a forward-leaning riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 997.6 ccm
Power: 136.8 HP (100.6 kW) @ 9500 RPM
Torque: 107.0 Nm (10.9 kgf-m)
Engine type: V-Twin, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.7558 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke: 97.0 x 67.5 mm
Compression: 11.8:1
Cooling system: Oil & air
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Ignition: Digital electronic ignition, integrated with the fuel injection system. One spark plug per cylinder.
Valves per cylinder: 4
Lubrication system: Dry sump with separate oil reservoir. Double trochoid pump with oil cooler. Steel oil reservoir.

Transmission

Gearbox: 6-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Chain
Clutch: Multiple disc in oil bath with patented PPC power-assisted hydraulic control. Metal braided clutch hose. Radial master cylinder.

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1410 mm
Overall length: 2025 mm
Overall width: 830 mm
Overall height: 1100 mm
Seat height: 810 mm
Dry weight: 181.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 18.00 litres

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Box section sloping twin-spar frame in aluminium alloy.
Front suspension: Ohlins Racing 43 mm upside-down fork with adjustment for spring preload, compression and rebound damping. 120 mm wheel travel.
Rear suspension: Aluminium alloy double member swingarm. APS (Aprilia Progressive System) rising rate linkages. -hlins Racing piggy-back monoshock with adjustment for spring preload, compression and rebound damping. Wheel travel 133 mm.
Rake (fork angle): 25.0°
Trail: 104 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Double disc
Front brakes diameter: 320 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc
Rear brakes diameter: 220 mm
Front tyre: 120/70-17
Rear tyre: 180/55-17

Other

Color options: Red

Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.

What changed, year to year

Differences highlighted

Specification	2004	2006	2007	2009	2010
Capacity	998 cc	998 cc	998 cc	998 cc	998 cc
Dry weight	185 kg	189 kg	189 kg	181 kg	181 kg
Seat height	820 mm	820 mm	820 mm	810 mm	810 mm
Fuel capacity	18 L	19 L	19 L	18 L	18 L