New bike just got delivered!!
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New bike just got delivered!!
Well, I finally decided on a bike and pulled the trigger. The shipper just dropped off the bike about about 3 hours ago or so... so I snapped some pictures quick 
It's a 2007.5 with 1054 miles. Mods include Leo-Vince Hi-Mount Exhaust with carbon finishers, "Map2" ECU update, Undertail kit, 15t sprocket (makes it more streetable at low speeds for city driving), upgraded Michelin Pilot "Powr" tires, and bar-end sliders.
So for those speculating... the bike is:
And the first mod is complete. Changed the rear signals to clear with European lenses. Here's the mod in progress
. You can see the completed look in the pics above.
It's a 2007.5 with 1054 miles. Mods include Leo-Vince Hi-Mount Exhaust with carbon finishers, "Map2" ECU update, Undertail kit, 15t sprocket (makes it more streetable at low speeds for city driving), upgraded Michelin Pilot "Powr" tires, and bar-end sliders.
So for those speculating... the bike is:
And the first mod is complete. Changed the rear signals to clear with European lenses. Here's the mod in progress
. You can see the completed look in the pics above.
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So we have a few people interested and are working through everything with them to get a sale done...
Thanks Terry. I was talking a lot about the SV's, but then decided against it. I really wanted a Ducati but didn't feel like getting the valves aligned and the other maintanance, so decided to go another Italian route...
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love it soo much....i've been looking at the shiver, but something keeps telling me street or speed triple (now to hustle some $$)
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Thanks all!!
BeemerKiller - It was $8500.
All great bikes. I was originally set on a Street Triple, but that bike new would have cost close to $10k out the door after taxes, licensing, dealer prep and maintenance package... and that bike is only a 675cc. The Speed Triple is even more money. I loved them both, but bang for the buck I could not resist the Aprilia Tuono. Plus, I really wanted an Italian bike, but did not want to worry about the maintenance of a Ducati. Also, I know a few Ducati owners and wanted to be different.
So I figured $8k-$9k for a Tuono (1000cc), $9500k-$10k for a new Street Triple (675cc) since there are not that many good used ones floating around, or $9500-$10k+ for a used Speed Triple (1000cc).
You can spend even less then I did on a Tuono if you get one with a little more mileage and less extras. I've seen a few in the $7500-$8500 range on the Aprilia forum with low miles (under 5k) and a few less upgrades. So they are a great bargain right now which is why I made that decision. And after a quick ride around the neighborhood yesterday just to get a feel I am soooo glad I did. Couldn't stop smiling and I only took it 1.5 miles in the community
BeemerKiller - It was $8500.
So I figured $8k-$9k for a Tuono (1000cc), $9500k-$10k for a new Street Triple (675cc) since there are not that many good used ones floating around, or $9500-$10k+ for a used Speed Triple (1000cc).
You can spend even less then I did on a Tuono if you get one with a little more mileage and less extras. I've seen a few in the $7500-$8500 range on the Aprilia forum with low miles (under 5k) and a few less upgrades. So they are a great bargain right now which is why I made that decision. And after a quick ride around the neighborhood yesterday just to get a feel I am soooo glad I did. Couldn't stop smiling and I only took it 1.5 miles in the community
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^ I haven't been over 25mph yet b/c I don't have tags yet, so just putting around the community... but there are always a lot of kids playing, etc... so I do not speed around.
From what I've read the stock screen provides pretty good protection up to about 80mph. I am in the process of doing some research now and will likely get a slightly bigger screen. There's a 25 page thread about screens on the Aprilia forum (which is a lot for that forum) so I'm just trying to find a screen with the best balance of looks and functionality. So it's on the list, just trying to figure out which one and when
From what I've read the stock screen provides pretty good protection up to about 80mph. I am in the process of doing some research now and will likely get a slightly bigger screen. There's a 25 page thread about screens on the Aprilia forum (which is a lot for that forum) so I'm just trying to find a screen with the best balance of looks and functionality. So it's on the list, just trying to figure out which one and when
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^ I haven't been over 25mph yet b/c I don't have tags yet, so just putting around the community... but there are always a lot of kids playing, etc... so I do not speed around.
From what I've read the stock screen provides pretty good protection up to about 80mph. I am in the process of doing some research now and will likely get a slightly bigger screen. There's a 25 page thread about screens on the Aprilia forum (which is a lot for that forum) so I'm just trying to find a screen with the best balance of looks and functionality. So it's on the list, just trying to figure out which one and when
From what I've read the stock screen provides pretty good protection up to about 80mph. I am in the process of doing some research now and will likely get a slightly bigger screen. There's a 25 page thread about screens on the Aprilia forum (which is a lot for that forum) so I'm just trying to find a screen with the best balance of looks and functionality. So it's on the list, just trying to figure out which one and when
...btw your bike keeps looking cooler the more pics you post
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Great looking bike. I know nothing about bikes, but I would imagine it's a great performing one, too, since I can't see you pissing away $9k if it wasn't. Perfect timing with spring/summer here .
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Thank god it has dual headlights. I hate it when bikers leave their high beam on. And I know they leave them on so people can spot them easier...
Have you thought about replacing the side mirrors with some bar end mirrors?
http://www.motorcycleworldl-spa.co.u...nd_Mirrors.jpg
^or something similar
Again, congrats on a sweet bike.
Have you thought about replacing the side mirrors with some bar end mirrors?
http://www.motorcycleworldl-spa.co.u...nd_Mirrors.jpg
^or something similar
Again, congrats on a sweet bike.
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Thanks all! Yeah, it's odd, a lot of bikes have a bug kind of look to them. Wonder if they take design cues from the insect world 
LOW - I have been looking info bar-end mirrors. I must say though that the stock mirrors provide an excellent field of view. I have been reading up on it though. My first purchase will likely be a new windscreen, then maybe the mirrors.
LOW - I have been looking info bar-end mirrors. I must say though that the stock mirrors provide an excellent field of view. I have been reading up on it though. My first purchase will likely be a new windscreen, then maybe the mirrors.