2013 Aprilia Tuono V4 R Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
Positioned in Aprilia's naked motorcycle lineup, the 2013 Aprilia Tuono V4 R features a 999.6 cc (61 cu in) oil & air-cooled v4, four-stroke configuration. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 165 HP (120.4 kW) at 11,500 rpm while maximum torque reaches 110 Nm (81.1 lb-ft) at 9,500 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 165.1 HP per liter and a 2,000 rpm working window between peak torque (9,500 rpm) and peak power (11,500 rpm), the engine character is placing it firmly in high-revving supersport territory where top-end breathing dominates.
On the scales, the Tuono V4 R measures 183 kg (403 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.9 HP/kg (1.11 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 840 mm (33.1 in) seat height — resulting in a taller command-style riding posture suited to medium-to-tall inseams, combined with a 1,440 mm (56.7 in) wheelbase engineered for balanced agility and highway composure. The 17-liter (4.5 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Aprilia archive, this model family spans 2 indexed model years from 2012 to 2013, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
165.1 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.9 HP/kg (1.11 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
9,500–11,500 rpm
Standover Height
840 mm (33.1 in)
Engine
Displacement999.6 ccm (61.00 cubic inches)
Engine TypeV4, four-stroke
Engine DetailsLongitudinal 65° V-4
Power165.0 HP (120.4 kW)) @ 11500 RPM
Torque110.0 Nm (11.2 kgf-m or 81.1 ft.lbs) @ 9500 RPM
Compression13.0:1
Bore x Stroke78.0 x 52.2 mm (3.1 x 2.1 inches)
Valves/Cylinder4
Fuel SystemInjection. Four Weber-Marelli 48mm throttle bodies with four injectors. Airbox with front dynamic air intakes.
Fuel ControlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
IgnitionRide-by-wire engine management with three selectable maps – Track, Sport, Road
LubricationWet sump lubrication system with oil radiator and two oil pumps
CoolingOil & air
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
ClutchSlipper clutch, Aprilia Quick Shift system
DrivelineStraight cut gears and integrated flexible coupling, drive ratio: 73/44 primay drive. Chain 42/16 final drive.
Performance
Exhaust4 into 2 into 1 layout, single oxygen sensor
Chassis
Frame TypeAluminium dual beam chassis with cast and pressed sheet elements.
Rake25.0°
Trail108 mm (4.2 inches)
Front SuspensionSachs, 43mm titanium nitride (TiN) USD fork, fully adjustable for compression and rebound damping, and preload
Front Travel120 mm (4.7 inches)
Rear SuspensionDouble braced aluminium swingarm; mixed low thickness and sheet casting technology. Sachs piggy back monoshock with completely adjustable: spring preload and hydraulic compression and rebound damping. APS progressive linkage.
Rear Travel130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheelbase1440 mm (56.7 inches)
Ground Clearance120 mm (4.7 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre120/70-17.
Rear Tyre190/55-17
Front BrakesDouble disc. Floating stainless steel discs with lightweight stainless steel rotor with 6 studs
Front Brake Ø320 mm (12.6 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc. Floating calliper with two and #61638;32 mm isolated pistons
Rear Brake Ø220 mm (8.7 inches)
WheelsCast aluminium wheels with 3 split spoke
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight183.0 kg (403.4 pounds)
Power/Weight0.9014 HP/kg
Seat Height840 mm (33.1 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Height1100 mm (43.3 inches)
Overall Length2060 mm (81.1 inches)
Overall Width800 mm (31.5 inches)
Fuel Capacity17.00 litres (4.49 US gallons)
Reserve Fuel4.00 litres (1.06 US gallons)
Other
StarterElectric
Color OptionsBlack, White, Yellow
ElectricalFlywheel mounted 420W alternator with rare earth magnets
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Weight
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Brakes
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Suspension
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Transmission
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