2006 Aprilia Tuono 1000 R Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
Engineered by Aprilia for the naked motorcycle segment, the 2006 Aprilia Tuono 1000 R features a 997.6 cc (60.9 cu in) liquid-cooled v2, four-stroke configuration. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 133 HP (97.1 kW) at 9,500 rpm while maximum torque reaches 102 Nm (75.2 lb-ft) at 7,750 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 133.3 HP per liter and a 1,750 rpm working window between peak torque (7,750 rpm) and peak power (9,500 rpm), the engine character is reflecting a performance-oriented street tune that balances strong mid-range pull with an energetic top-end rush.
On the scales, the Tuono 1000 R measures 185 kg (408 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.72 HP/kg (1.39 kg per horsepower).
Within MotoLibrary's Aprilia archive, this model family spans 5 indexed model years from 2004 to 2011, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
133.3 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.72 HP/kg (1.39 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
7,750–9,500 rpm
Engine
Displacement997.6 ccm (60.87 cubic inches)
Engine TypeV2, four-stroke
Engine DetailsV2, four-stroke
Power133.0 HP (97.1 kW)) @ 9500 RPM
Torque102.0 Nm (10.4 kgf-m or 75.2 ft.lbs) @ 7750 RPM
Compression11.8:1
Bore x Stroke97.0 x 67.5 mm (3.8 x 2.7 inches)
Valves/Cylinder4
Fuel SystemInjection. Integrated electronic engine management system. Indirect multipoint electronic injection. Throttle body diameter: 57 mm.
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