Greeting all.
I'm picking up a 2008 Tuono R on Wednesday. It's black and totally stock. I'll be looking for a rear seat cowl (any tips on where to find one would be appreciated) and any tips on what mods to do to improve on it from the engine to handling etc. and what to look out for?
Also tyres. I'm tempted to try those Pilot road 4's. Anyone running these?
Thanks in advance.
Bram
Welcome to the site and Tuono ownership.
I guess the bike is one of the faster matte black versions?In answer to your questions;............
Seat Cowl,
You can order one from an Aprilia dealer,...not cheap tho.You will need the base and the ****** little screws that go with it.
https://www.ultimateparts.net/april...-Aprilia-Parts-and-Spares-Genuine-OEM&i=18926
They often come up on fleabay and the forum classifieds,so keep yer eyes open.Beware,some cowls are advertised to fit Tuono,but if its off an early RSVR,..it wont fit.
Engine,
Best mod is to lower the gearing if its on the std. 16/40.A good compromise is 15/42.
Next up,Map 2 and open cans.
Handling,
Throw away the original Tuono Sach rear shock.Its crap.Invest in Ohlins,Nitron or a Sach from the RSVR.Again,fleabay is your friend.
Front forks aint bad,...you just need to set them how you like.
Things to look for,....seized,or exessive play in the rear shock linkage.Ask when was the last time it was stripped and lubed.
Side stands are ****.If its fitted with a US version,...thats a bonus.
Usual crash damage,etc,....make sure the gear leaver or brake pedal have'nt mashed into the frame,...a few bikes have been written off for this.
Make sure everything works,....especially the electrics,the bikes achilles heel.
Tyres,
Owt black and round is ok these days.Pirelli man meself so cant comment the Michies.Oh btw,...FFS,dont let this turn into a tyre thread.Do a search,...there must be a hundred or more tyre threads,...and oil,so dont ask about that either.:lol
