While the Aprilia Tuono 457 has been showcased at the official Aprilia website, a new sighting has revealed that the vehicle might be next inline to be launched soon. The bike was recently seen while being ridden about by a test rider. While the bike was under camouflage the enthusiasts were able to identify the bike with ease.
The Tuono would be tad more affordable that the gargantuan price of the MT-03 by Yamaha. Hence its possible that it might be received well against its pricey competitors.
Engine Specs
The bike would be powered by a 457 cc Parallel twin engine that develops about 46.9 BHP @9,400 rpm and a peak torque of 43.5 Nm. The engine would deliver its power through a six speed gearbox and would be further helped by the addition of a slipper clutch.
The Tuono 457 would be placed below the Rs guise of the same bike, and could possibly be priced under Rs. 4 lakh ex showroom. If that happens the bike could be a possible alternative for the KTM Duke 390. The parallel twin engine would help the bike offer a unique approach beyond the other competitors.
Aprilia Tuono Expected Launch
When launched the bike would compete against the likes of Yamaha MT-03 and the KTM Duke 390. Since the bike has already been listed on the website its possible that the launch might just be around the corner.
Aprilia Tuono Design Of The Bike
The Aprilia Tuono 457 looks quite similar to that of the Tuono 660.The bike would get a muscular tank that extend downwards that converts the look of the bike to seem more muscular and aggressive. The front fascia of the bike would be complemented by the same LED DRL signature headlights.
The bike would have USD forks upfront a exposed trellis frame and a mono-shock suspension in the rear.
Aprilia Tuono Features Of The Bike
The bike would have a widely set handlebars with advanced switchgear. Beyond that the bike would also have a TFT digital display equipped with Bluetooth functionality.
The 457 cc parallel Twin cylinder engine that makes 47 BHP and a peak torque figure of around 43.5 NM. The bike would be mated to a 6- speed gearbox. Tuono 457 would be offered with a optional slipper clutch, dual channel ABS, TCS and other standard features. The bike would also get 17 inch alloy wheels at front as well at the rear. The front tire would be a 110 section tire while the rear one would be a 150-section tire.
Aprilia Tuono Competitors
The bike would closely compete with the Duke 390. The duke 390 has a single cylinder engine that churns out a peak power output of around 46 PS @8500 rpm. Tuono 457 has a peak torque figure of around 39nm @6500rpm. The bike has long been the go to choice of the enthusiast riders but with the launch of the new Tuono that might change.
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