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Hi all. Great site. Been riding for 12 years. 46 years young now. Didn't get my licence until I was 34 because I probably would have been dead by now! Had numerous bikes but bought my T nearly a year ago. 2004 with 19k in it. Mint condition and by far the best bike I've owned. What fun! Just...

Hi guys, Have only ever had jap il4s so far, naked ones at that ( gsr600 and gsr750 ) but on Monday i am picking up a 2004 Rsv mille r factory, bit apprehensive to say the least :eek: I have read up about all the problems/niggles with these bikes so i am well prepped. The guy i am buying it...

Hi everyone new here with 1200 Army Green Rally. Purchased demo from Slocombes North London with 3k on clock. Formally a Tuono Factory series 1 rider. The Rally provided all the oomph and more. It's punchy yet smooth edgey and yet composed. Am more than happy with purchase. It's definately an...

Hi guys, I'm double virgin. I've just joined the V Twin club for the first time & 1000cc club for the first time. Not much experience behind me but I'm quick learner. Nice to see so many enthusiasts here. Lot's of questions I have. Catch you all later. Para

Hi New to the site just bought another aprillia rsvr 06

Hi everyone New boy here. Just to joined the site and have had a nice 2009 Tuono Factory for 8 months, love it! I've always loved the look of the original RSVR but never owned a twin until a few years back. I have a nice Falco and now the Tuono. Seems like a good place to get great...

Hello all, looks like a fine website you have here! I'm considering today riding home a brand new 2015 Aprilia Capo nard but have no prior experience on an Aprilia but I need to condense to one single motorcycle for a commuter as well tourer, something with long legs but able to sprint...

Hi all! Well I just bought a 2001 RSV today just like over 10 years since I sold my first 2002 one, can't wait to get it home and give it a little pampering, not that it needs it, it looks the must nuts!

Hi everyone, I've been into bikes forever and after passing my test last summer I recently bought my 05 ref Gen 1 Tuono and I'm amazed by it! I was always going to buy an Italian as I've a shed full of italian cars mostly turbo fiats! I'm in Cork, Ireland by the way. Looking forward to...

Good morning, new falco owner and first v twin so go gentle on me :)

Hi all! Potential 2007 tuono owner here, just debating whether to take the plunge or not! Was always an adventure bike rider but now, with little time and little budget on my hands i have decided to go a different route Based on the budget i have, i just cant see much of interest out...

Hello out there. I just picked up a 2007, and looking to ride it soon. Too bad it is 20 degrees right now.

Newbie here so be nice ;-) Stumbled across someone selling a 2003 mille with low mileage and good condition for what i think is reasonable and i know this is a mille forum but would like your opinions etc Tbh, am not a sportsbike rider, generally more of a sedate adventure bike boy but have...

Hello people's. I'm a newbie to the site. I'm new to the rsv's I have a 2006 RSV Mille. My last bike was a 4XV R1. And I'm from the Wolverhampton area. Nice to meet ya.

Hi just got my first 2007 tuono r ,could spend just hours looking and listening to it,will have to wait to monday for first ride!! .Might be a daft buy as most of my motorcycling is commuting 300 miles a week,but what the hell got to try it once.Any advice would be much appreciated .

Hi to all, bought a 2014 V4R in matt black and im picking it up saturday, cant wait ! ive bought a MRA screen for it and a R&G rad cover, it has R&G crash bobbins fitted and a tail tidy so for now im happy. Have a few questions though, from what i have been reading on here im worried about...

Hi everyone !!! Just thought I'd say 'hi' as I'm about to take delivery of a '06 RSV Factory (black/gold) having traded in my '57 R1 ....... I've always loved the look & spec of the RSV & have read many great reviews saying how good they are so thought I'd take the plunge !! & yes I'm fully...

Hi chaps, new to to aprilia ownership since Friday, not been out on it yet will tax from Friday, well looking forward to it though, it is a 11 plate but says 1000r 08 on logbook, my question is will akrapovic off a 07 plate fit, thanks,look forward to using the forum loads for info:thumbup

Hello All, I've been riding for 34 years and I've accumulated nearly 400,000 miles on motorcycles ranging from off road 490 two strokes to to a beefy Kawasaki Concours. I waited nearly six months to find this Tuono and I'm going crazy waiting for my title to come so I can get it into the...

What is the recommended octane fuel for the 1200 Caponord? 87, 89'or 91? By the way, I test drove a demo 1200 Capo and really liked it. I am 6'2" tall and it gave me great leg room. My wife did not go with me on the test ride, but sat on the seat and really liked it. She liked the seating...