Australian Road Rider — Bike Guide 2017

26 Australian Road Rider Bike Guide

Naked Bikes

The Tuono has been resetting benchmarks in its class for over a decade. The launch of the

Aprilia Tuono V4 1100 RR improves on previous models. This motorcycle was bred from the

success Aprilia has achieved on the race track; the 65° V4 1100cc engine produces over 129kW

at 11,000rpm. Already considered a class leader, the new Tuono V4 1100 sets a whole new

benchmark for the competition.

The BN302 is a stylish and aggressive-looking bike that is designed to reward its rider. The easy-to-

ride character and braking confi dence make this the perfect bike for a learner or experienced rider.

It can easily negotiate traffi c and undoubtedly stands out from the crowd.

APRILIA TUONO V4 1100RR $23,500

Engine: Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, 4-valve DOHC

inline twin

Displacement: 899cc/12.5:1

Power/Torque: 27kW @ 11,500rpm/27Nm

@ 9000rpm

Transmission: 6-Speed, wet clutch, chain fi nal

drive

Tyres: F: 120/70R17 R: 160/60R17

Seat height: 795mm

Kerb weight: 185kg (wet)

Fuel capacity: 16L

Warranty/Service interval: 2 years, unlimited

km/NA

SPECIFICATIONS

VERDICT: SPORTY ELEGANCE

Engine: Liquid-cooled V4, 4-stroke DOHC, 4

valves per cylinder

Displacement: 1077cc

Power/Torque: 129kW @ 11,000rpm/120Nm

@ 9000rpm

Transmission: 6-speed, wet multi-plate

mechanical slipper clutch, chain fi nal drive

Tyres: F: 120/70ZR17 R: 190/55ZR17

Seat height: 825mm

Kerb weight: 184kg (dry)

Fuel capacity: 18.5L

Warranty/Service interval: 2 years, unlimited

km/10,000km

SPECIFICATIONS

VERDICT: RACE-FOCUSED NAKED

Engine: Liquid-cooled V-twin, 4-stroke DOHC,

4 valves per cylinder

Displacement: 749.9cc

Power/Torque: 67.3kW @ 9000rpm 82Nm

@ 7000rpm

Transmission: 6-speed wet multi-plate clutch,

chain fi nal drive

Tyres: F: 120/70ZR17 R: 180/55ZR17

Seat height: 810mm

Kerb weight: 189kg (dry)

Fuel capacity: 15L

Warranty/Service interval: 2 years, unlimited

km/10,000km

SPECIFICATIONS

VERDICT: MID-WEIGHT HOOLIGAN

Featuring a 90° V-Twin engine along with ride by wire and selectable engine mapping, anti-lock

braking system and Sachs suspension, the Aprilia Shiver is fi lled with all the characteristics that

people have come to expect from the Aprilia brand: passion, commitment and innovation.

BENELLI BN302 $5990

APRILIA SHIVER SPORT 750 $14,000

Engine: Liquid-cooled 4-stroke, 4 valves

DOHC single

Displacement: 250cc

Power/Torque: 18.5kW @ 9000rpm 21.5Nm

@ 7000rpm

Transmission: 6-speed, wet clutch, chain

fi nal drive

Tyres: F: 110/70ZR17 R: 150/60ZR17

Seat height: 785mm

Kerb weight: 159kg (wet)

Fuel capacity: 17L

Warranty/Service interval: 2 years, unlimited

km/NA

SPECIFICATIONS

VERDICT: GOOD-LOOKING LIGHTWEIGHT LEARNER

The BN251 plays tribute to the motorcycles customers have enjoyed in the past by offering a

lightweight, sporty 250cc naked motorcycle. Styled like its bigger siblings, it is the perfect entry-level

motorcycle, delivering excellent fuel economy, agile performance and easy-to-ride characteristics.

BENELLI BN251 $4190

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