The 2nd generation Tuono, the Tuono 1000 R is based upon the 2004 - 2008 Aprilia RSV1000R superbike . One technical difference between the Tuono 1000 R and the RSV1000R is that the latter has a rear shock providing control of both inbound- and outbound damping, as well as preload control. The Tuono 1000 R only provides control of preload and inbound damping.
Furthermore, the Tuono 1000 R has a electronically limited top speed of 249 km/h (155 mph). Apart from this, other differences are purely cosmetical and comprise of the lack of a full fairing, a superbike handlebar instead of clip-ons and different paint schemes.
The BRP - Rotax 'V990 60° V-Twin' engine remained basically unchanged when compared to the first generation Tuono, apart from different gear ratios, minor cosmetic changes and an increase in power output to 102 kW (139 PS/137 hp) @ 9500 rpm. Torque increased to 10.9 kg·m (107 N·m/79 ft·lbf) @ 8500 rpm.
The 2006 - 2008 Aprilia Tuono is offered in two versions: the Tuono 1000 R is the standard version, based upon the Aprilia RSV1000R . The Tuono 1000 R Factory is Aprilia's flagship naked bike , which uses parts also used on the RSV1000R Factory.
