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Lol I've learned in life that best laid plans are always subject to change. Had a complete GenII v990 locked down for an 1103 build for my 01 Mille, here in Aus. Vendor and I agreed on price and timeline and then he sold to another buyer. I hunted around again and now have secured GenII...

Firstly, is it ok to check the oil level whilst the bike is on a paddock stand? Very hard to keep the bike upright and check the level without a paddock stand. Secondly, can anyone recommend a coolant you can actually see through the coolant bottle so you can check the level? The stuff I've got...

Hello everyone, I am new to Aprilla, honestly new to the v-twin bike. I picked up a 04 RSV1000R for a pretty darn good price a few weeks ago! To say the least I am very please with my purchase. It has 9,300 miles on it, & it is in amazing condition. So far I have installed a new OEM...

Hi I need to find out if the soeedo/mileometer is able to switch to/from KMH - Miles? And is the headlight a flat beam, or can it be simply switch from dipping right(Euro) to left UK spec? Cheers B

Why does the tac only go to 12000 rpms an other bikes rev to like 16-18000?

I just picked up a 07 tuono (1,200 miles) from a friend who had "wrecked" it, however it runs fantastic just a few cosmetic damages (broken headlight, bent footpeg), but nothing I cant order and replace myself. I have a few questions seeing as how I am new to Aprilia. How do I know if the bike...

Hi, I am new here, but have a couple of questions already. I have just got my 2004 tuono and it has been crashed at about 45mph round a bend, it slid onto grass but has bent and damaged a few bits that I need to get my hands on, but firstly.. Can the instrument holder bracket be straightened...

Saw that Im in need of new chain and sprockets to my bike. Have been looking on 16-44 gearing because many people say thats a nice gearing for mixed driving, is this right or should I have another gearing? I do think that the bike has standard gearing now. And how long chain do I need for the...

Hi Guys, I just got myself a 2004 RSV 1000R Factory about 1 month plus ago and will be sending it for normal service in 1-2 months time since I am about to hit the 10k km mark. Note that I am living in Malaysia, a tropical country with a typical 24°c-35°c tempreture throughout the year thus...

Hi Guys, Lately I have faced the following problem with my 04 RSV 1000R Factory. 1. Hot engine tempreture - When I ride the bike on highways the standard tempreture normally will be around 77°-85° Celcius, when I stop for traffic light it can go up to 98° Celcius. is this the normal engine...

I will be putting the RSV (2003) on SORN after October until spring. For winter project I am doing the full electric check and mods. On the tuning front I fancy one of the High Efficient Open Airbox MWR filters: MWR AIRFILTERS Together with a Beowulf exhaust...

Hi Just bought a 2003 tuono (which is my 1st) First off I went out on it for the 1st time yesterday, when I set off everything was in mph, when I looked at the bike when buying it was in mph then when I turned it back on yesterday lunch time having stopped for a break it was in km...

Questions about my Aprilia RSV4 Factory 2010, help me guys (lol) !! I bought a RSV4 here in Brazil, but it came without manual, and would like to take some questions (I'll work it for the 1º time), please! 1º this bike has traction control, if so how as I do to select the levels ? 2º this...

Questions about my Aprilia RSV4 Factory 2010, help me guys (lol) !! I bought a RSV4 here in Brazil, but it came without manual, and would like to take some questions (I'll work it for the 1º time), please! 1º this bike has traction control, if so how as I do to select the levels ? 2º this...

Q1. Where do you fit the tax disc on a Mille ? Don't want to fit it on the pillion mounts ,but it looks the most obvious place Would rather somewhare more discreet B . Got a data tool 21 on my bike So where would the most likely place for the fuse for the alarm be ? A stupid question I...

Finding neutral - seems to be a common thing, is there anything that can be done to make it easier? Gearing - going to drop it and hopefully be better setting off in first. Its got a scorpion can fitted but may change that for a twin system add a k&n or similar and cut the wire and have it...

Took delivery of my 2007 Tuono R today and have a couple of questions. Where do I get a 15t front and 42t rear sprocket, a touch-in paint for stone chips (dream blue) I think I've ordered a Blackbird side stand off of eBay so I'll try and and fit it when it is delivered as the original one...

Hi, new owner here. Couple quick questions. Which Yamaha solenoid is the one that is a replacement? I can see on lots of posts its a Yamaha but can't for the life of me find a post that specifies which one. Question 2, The bike came with an Aprilia racing titanium can, single output.....guy...

Hi, just purchased my first RSVR and can't wait till its all cleaned up and painted....My question is, the other half wants to come on it and I read that I need a double seat subframe. What else is needed beside the subframe, rear pegs and hangers....can I use the rear seat fairing, does the...

Hi new member but would like some advice on tyres that suit the RSV 1000 R best and what the best gaering would be i currentl hav a 2007 RSV, any advice would be greatly appreciated.