2026 Aprilia Tuono V4 Factory 1100 Review: 14 Fast Facts

Aprilia’s 2026 Tuono V4 Factory 1100 is a no-compromises hypernaked that doubles down on raw, unfiltered performance while keeping the daily-riding sweet spot intact.

The headline update is a bored-and-stroked 1099cc V4 that cranks out a claimed 180 horsepower at 11,800 rpm and 89 lb-ft of torque at 9,650 rpm, up from the previous 1077cc unit.

The longer 53.32 mm stroke and new 52 mm throttle bodies—borrowed from the RSV4 superbike—deliver a broader, more muscular midrange that Aprilia’s signature V4 is famous for, even if it no longer tops the class in peak power.

The engine breathes through a model-specific airbox, velocity stacks, revised cams, steel valves, different pistons, and shorter gearing, all tuned for instant throttle response and endless roll-on grunt on public roads.

Euro5+ compliance hasn’t dulled the snarl; the exhaust note remains a spine-tingling blend of intake roar and bark, especially when the throttle is pinned on COTA’s long straights.

The six-speed gearbox keeps its sturdy bi-directional quickshifter, with crisp upshifts and mostly seamless downshifts, though ultra-hard racetrack braking zones can trigger brief rev spikes due to overrev protection.

Aerodynamic bodywork tweaks inspired by Aprilia’s MotoGP program improve stability and heat management, while new side fairings redirect hot air away from the rider without adding bulk.

The electronics suite expands with predictive rider aids and deeper customization, but the core character stays the same: a bike that rewards throttle blips with RSV4-level urgency while remaining civilized enough for stop-and-go traffic.

The semi-active Öhlins Smart EC 2.0 suspension, six riding modes, launch control, and track-focused electronic adjustability are exclusive to the Factory trim, rounding out a package that still feels like you’re getting away with something illegal.

Dailying a Tuono V4 Factory is entirely feasible—if you can stomach the fuel bill—thanks to ergonomics that encourage relaxed cruising at low speeds and explosive aggression the moment the throttle is cracked open.