How does the entire Aprilia line fare? Check out these rave reviews:
MOTORCYCLIST Class of 2010 Foreign Exchange Comparison: BMW S1000RR, Ducati 1198S Corse, KTM RC8R, MV Augusta F4 vs Aprilia RSV4 Factory
WINNER: Aprilia RSV4 Factory
"It's no surprise that Max Biaggi has won World Superbike rounds on the real factory V4. The production version presents a race-ready package right out of the box, and makes a surprisingly satisfying streetbike too." "Innovative engineering, high build quality and an inspiring V4 engine mean that even in this crowd of singular and special motorcycles, the Aprilia RSV4 stands out."
CYCLE WORLD Alternative Energy Comparison Test: BMW S1000RR, Ducati1198S Corse, KTM RC8R, Honda CBR 1000RR, Yamaha YZF-R1 vs Aprilia RSV4
WINNER: Aprilia RSV4
"And the overall winner is the Aprilia RSV4."
SPORT RIDER Urban Brawlers, Supermoto Duel on the Street: Ducati Hypermotard 1100 vsAprilia Dorsoduro 750
WINNER: Aprilia Dorsoduro
"The more we rode the Aprilia, the more we were reluctant to give up the keys."
MOTORCYCLE CONSUMER NEWS Italian Stallions Compared: Ducati Hypermotard 796 vs Aprilia Dorsoduro 750
WINNER: Aprilia Dorsoduro
"Tying in just one category and losing the rest, the Ducati Hypermotard comes up well short of its Aprilia competitor." "As far as I'm concerned, the Dorsoduro has to be one of the best kept secrets in motorcycling."
MOTORCYCLE CONSUMER NEWS Compact Nakeds Test: Triumph 675 Street Triple vs. Aprilia Shiver
WINNER: Aprilia Shiver
"It has gobs of power, a comfortable riding position, compliant suspension and an easy shifting transmission. All of which make it a nearly perfect bike."
CYCLE WORLD Hot Rod Hooligans Comparison Test: Aprilia Tuono, Ducati S4RS, MV Augusta 910R, KTM950SM, Triumph Speed Triple, Buell Ulysses, BMW K1200 R, Honda 919, Kawasaki Z1000, Yamaha FZ1
WINNER: Aprilia Tuono
"It doesn't matter if it's tight, sweeping or wide open. The Tuono is all fun all the time." "The Aprilia Tuono is damn-near the ideal motorcycle"
SPORT RIDER 6-Bike Naked Test: Aprilia Tuono, Ducati Monster S4R, KTM Super Duke, MV Augusta Brutale, Kawasaki Z1000, Yamaha FZ1
WINNER: Aprilia Tuono
"The Aprilia offers better long-haul comfort and superior high-speed performance... It might just be the best all around sportbike in existence."
MOTORCYCLE.COM 2009 Streetfighters Shootout: Aprilia Tuono 1000R, Buell 1125CR, Triumph Speed Triple
WINNER: Aprilia Tuono
"Being a low-volume production machine, the Tuono, like many things Italian, raises the bar in terms of overall quality and fit and finish." "When we sat down to hammer out which bike came out on top, it was impossible to ignore the many compelling attributes of the Tuono. It does nearly everything at the top of it's class, providing a versatile platform for almost every riding environment."