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2009Aprilia Tuono 1000R

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The 2009 Aprilia Tuono 1000R is a high-performance naked bike derived from the RSV Mille superbike. Its liquid-cooled 997.6cc V-twin makes 133 hp and 102 Nm through a six-speed gearbox and chain. An 820 mm seat, 185 kg dry weight and 18-litre tank suit fast road riding.

Capacity
997.6 ccm
Engine
V-Twin, four-stroke
Gearbox
6-speed
Dry weight
185.0 kg
Seat height
820 mm
Power
133.0 HP (97.8 kW) @ 9500 RPM
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What’s new for the 2009 Aprilia Tuono 1000R

vs the 2008
Spec20082009
Power 136.8 HP (100.6 kW) @ 9500 RPM 133.0 HP (97.8 kW) @ 9500 RPM
Torque 107.0 Nm (10.9 kgf-m or 78.9 ft.lbs) 102.0 Nm (10.4 kgf-m or 75.2 ft.lbs) @ 7750 RPM
Seat height 810 mm (31.9 inches) 820 mm (32.3 inches)
Fuel capacity 22.00 litres (5.81 US gallons) 18.00 litres (4.76 US gallons)
Front suspension Showa 43 mm upside-down fork with adjustment for spring preload, compression and rebound damping. Showa 43 mm upside-down fork with adjustment
Rear suspension Aluminium alloy double banana swingarm. APS (Aprilia Progressive System) rising rate linkages. Aluminium alloy swing-arm with differential section members
Cooling Oil & air Liquid
Other years 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested
Speed 88Agility 86Comfort 55Off-road 10Touring 40Road manners 92
Off-road & trail10%
Cornering92%
City riding55%
Daily riding50%
Touring42%
Two-up35%
Track82%
Best for
It's built primarily as a high-performance naked streetfighter for aggressive road riding and spirited canyon carving rather than commuting or touring.
Built for
It has the raw, torquey character of a big V-twin combined with sharp aluminium-chassis handling, giving it an aggressive, muscular, and thrilling personality.
Not ideal for
This is not the right bike for beginners, off-road use, or riders prioritizing long-distance comfort and passenger accommodation.

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

Will it fit you?

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At 820mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with balls of both feet on the 2009 Aprilia Tuono 1000R, with a relaxed knee angle of around 125 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
133.0 HP (97.8 kW) @ 9500 RPM
Torque
102.0 Nm (10.4 kgf-m) @ 7750 RPM
Engine type
V-Twin, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio
0.7189 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke
97.0 x 67.5 mm
Compression
11.8:1
Cooling system
Liquid
Fuel system
Injection
Starting
Electric
Valves per cylinder
4
Transmission
Gearbox
6-speed
Transmission type
Manual
Final drive
Chain
Dimensions & weight
Wheelbase
1415 mm
Overall length
2015 mm
Overall width
800 mm
Overall height
1200 mm
Seat height
820 mm
Dry weight
185.0 kg
Fuel capacity
18.00 litres
Chassis & suspension
Frame
Aluminium alloy
Front suspension
Showa 43 mm upside-down fork with adjustment
Rear suspension
Aluminium alloy swing-arm with differential section members
Front wheel travel
120 mm
Rear wheel travel
135 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
190/50-17
Other
Color options
Silver, Black, Fluo Red

Specs last verified against published sources: .

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 20042006200820092011
Capacity 998 cc 998 cc 998 cc 998 cc 998 cc
Dry weight 185 kg 185 kg 185 kg 185 kg 185 kg
Seat height 820 mm 820 mm 810 mm 820 mm 810 mm
Fuel capacity 18 L 18 L 22 L 18 L 18 L

Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.

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Common questions

What is the engine size of the Aprilia Tuono 1000R?

The 2009 Aprilia Tuono 1000R has a Capacity of 997.6 ccm (60.88 cubic inches).

What engine power does the Aprilia Tuono 1000R have?

The 2009 Aprilia Tuono 1000R has a Power of 133.0 HP (97.8 kW) @ 9500 RPM.

How many gears does the Aprilia Tuono 1000R have?

The 2009 Aprilia Tuono 1000R has a Gearbox of 6-speed.

What is the torque of the Aprilia Tuono 1000R?

The 2009 Aprilia Tuono 1000R has a Torque of 102.0 Nm (10.4 kgf-m or 75.2 ft.lbs) @ 7750 RPM.

How much does the Aprilia Tuono 1000R weigh?

The 2009 Aprilia Tuono 1000R has a Dry weight of 185.0 kg (407.9 pounds).

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