Thoughts on a MV Augusta Brutale and other naked bikes...

Ahsmo · 08-27-2008, 02:27 PM

So I have the means to get a new motorcycle.

I am looking at the Brutale and the Aprilia Tuono. I loved my Suzuki SV650. I am just looking to get into something different.

Anyone have any thoughts? I've been riding now for 8 years.

hershell · 08-27-2008, 05:43 PM

I would go with the aprilia.. I think the MV would be to much maintance and I don't like the I4. I would test ride each and then decide. I'm willing to bet you will like the ape the best. I think LowJ has a Tuono he is selling. You might give Triumph a look. The Speed triple is bad ass imo.

vegaseric · 08-27-2008, 09:25 PM

Another vote for the Tuono. I love the v-twin powerband and it is a sexy bike IMHO. I've seen some smokin' deals on brand new Aprilias.

nbdyfcnsqnc · 08-27-2008, 11:19 PM

I like all those bikes mentioned above and just noticed the BMW R1200R too. I'm going to try to check it out this weekend...

350ZTheStandard · 08-28-2008, 12:19 AM

WTf is a naked bike, like in the title???

Thoughts on a MV Augusta Brutale and other naked bikes...

MikeRR · 08-28-2008, 01:33 AM

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Naked bike refers to a class of road motorcycles without fairings.

Also known as a "standard" or "street bike," this is the basic form of the motorcycle stripped down to its fundamental parts. The emphasis is on functionality and ergonomics rather than aerodynamic body panels and exaggerated riding positions that are most common on sport bikes.

...from Wikipedia

I vote for Tuono R - for the price of a MV you should even get a Tuono R Factory!

nicoG35 · 08-28-2008, 04:26 AM

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Originally Posted by 350ZTheStandard

WTf is a naked bike, like in the title???

No fairings, and sometimes no upper fairings.

nicoG35 · 08-28-2008, 04:28 AM

Here is a pic

Jason333 · 08-28-2008, 05:40 AM

I agree with others about the Tuono.
Cagiva makes a few interesting looking creatures (not sure where you can find a dealer).
There is always the Duc monster that can be had for less than 10k used for a nice one.
Naked bikes rock!

BallZ6Spd · 08-28-2008, 08:32 AM

Here is mine... It's for sale. Naked Bikes do rock...

vegaseric · 08-28-2008, 08:38 AM

Whoa... that Z1000 looks absolutely sick... especially with the bar-end mirrors and Jardine pipes! Good luck on the sale!

BallZ6Spd · 08-28-2008, 08:51 AM

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Originally Posted by vegaseric

Whoa... that Z1000 looks absolutely sick... especially with the bar-end mirrors and Jardine pipes! Good luck on the sale!

Thanks,

had to put the carbon fiber pipes on... the stockers are way too heavy. I am dying to upgrade the turbo in my STi so thats why the Z1k is on the auction block... I get way more comments on the bike than the car so I am kinda torn about parting with it. Who knows.

Low J. · 08-28-2008, 09:09 AM

I have a Tuono....fantastic bike....my 3rd Aprilia and they're great bikes. Never been on an MV but by all accounts they are amazing too. You can get a Tuono for much cheaper though.

Ahsmo · 08-29-2008, 07:32 AM

Thanks for the comments guys. I have been looking a little more into the MV situation and it looks like it would be near impossible to get my hands on one in the near future.

Low J, how is the tuono on maintenance?

Alberto · 08-29-2008, 07:44 AM

Beautiful Tuono and Z1000 guys! Very clean bikes...

dkmesa350z · 08-29-2008, 08:02 AM

I am in love with the Tuono!!

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Originally Posted by BallZ6Spd

Here is mine... It's for sale. Naked Bikes do rock...

beautiful Z!

cheshirecat79 · 08-29-2008, 08:38 AM

One of the cleanest z's I've seen. You did a great job on that bike.

Low J. · 08-29-2008, 11:25 AM

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Originally Posted by Ahsmo

Thanks for the comments guys. I have been looking a little more into the MV situation and it looks like it would be near impossible to get my hands on one in the near future.

Low J, how is the tuono on maintenance?

No probs......the 1000cc Aprilia's are really reliable...never had a problem. They've been making the same motor in it for nearly 10 years and they've got it perfected. All you'll need to worry about is routine maintenance. Costs aren't that much more than a japanese bike too. The only drawback is that if you need parts there's usually a longer wait to get them.

nbdyfcnsqnc · 08-31-2008, 12:24 PM

Yeah the Tuono and Z1000 pics look great. I have a Z750 so it looks familiar yet mo' badass.

08-27-2008, 02:27 PM	#1
Ahsmo Getting Trashed Join Date: May 2004 Location: Tyler, Texas (sometimes) Posts: 2,215 iTrader: (6)	Thoughts on a MV Augusta Brutale and other naked bikes... So I have the means to get a new motorcycle. I am looking at the Brutale and the Aprilia Tuono. I loved my Suzuki SV650. I am just looking to get into something different. Anyone have any thoughts? I've been riding now for 8 years. __________________ "We will make them give us light. Now there's no more oak oppression, For they passed a noble law, And the trees are all kept equal By hatchet, axe, and saw." STS Turbo kit up for grabsTE-37 9.5x19 and 10.5x10 +22 with 295/30 and 255/35 Vredestein Sessanta tires ready to ship or pick-up*

08-27-2008, 05:43 PM	#2
hershell Registered User Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Dothan, Al Posts: 474 iTrader: (5)	I would go with the aprilia.. I think the MV would be to much maintance and I don't like the I4. I would test ride each and then decide. I'm willing to bet you will like the ape the best. I think LowJ has a Tuono he is selling. You might give Triumph a look. The Speed triple is bad ass imo. __________________ Do-Luck, SS/ Verde Ithaca, Volk GT-7, Injen CAI, Injen Ti Duals Exhaust, MREV2 & 5/16 Spacer Seibon Carbon Fiber Hood, Hatch, Roof & A-pillers, JDM tails, NX n2o...

08-27-2008, 09:25 PM	#3
vegaseric Registered User Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Las Vegas Posts: 1,223 iTrader: (0)	Another vote for the Tuono. I love the v-twin powerband and it is a sexy bike IMHO. I've seen some smokin' deals on brand new Aprilias. __________________ 04 G35 Coupe 6MT - no mods worth mentioning

08-28-2008, 12:19 AM	#5
350ZTheStandard Registered User Join Date: May 2007 Location: NEW AMERICA Posts: 4,905 iTrader: (1)	WTf is a naked bike, like in the title??? Thoughts on a MV Augusta Brutale and other naked bikes... __________________ ZZZ's a lifestyle Team Anti-DNF down with furious clickety clackers

08-28-2008, 04:28 AM	#8
nicoG35 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Northern Va Posts: 158 iTrader: (0)	Here is a pic __________________ Yeah Him... That Guy/05 G35 WHITE, 04 GMC Yukon, and K6 Silver and white GSXR600 SOLD

08-27-2008, 11:19 PM	#4
nbdyfcnsqnc Super Moderator MY350Z.COM Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: SoCal Posts: 23,753 iTrader: (0)	I like all those bikes mentioned above and just noticed the BMW R1200R too. I'm going to try to check it out this weekend...

08-28-2008, 05:40 AM	#9
Jason333 hi Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Baton Rouge, LA Posts: 1,624 iTrader: (14)	I agree with others about the Tuono. Cagiva makes a few interesting looking creatures (not sure where you can find a dealer). There is always the Duc monster that can be had for less than 10k used for a nice one. Naked bikes rock! __________________

08-28-2008, 08:32 AM	#10
BallZ6Spd Gadzooks! Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Conshohocken PA Posts: 110 iTrader: (1)	Here is mine... It's for sale. Naked Bikes do rock... __________________ Rule Number 76. No excuses play like a champion!

08-28-2008, 08:38 AM	#11
vegaseric Registered User Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Las Vegas Posts: 1,223 iTrader: (0)	Whoa... that Z1000 looks absolutely sick... especially with the bar-end mirrors and Jardine pipes! Good luck on the sale! __________________ 04 G35 Coupe 6MT - no mods worth mentioning

08-28-2008, 09:09 AM	#13
Low J. Registered User Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: N.C. Posts: 9,377 iTrader: (0)	I have a Tuono....fantastic bike....my 3rd Aprilia and they're great bikes. Never been on an MV but by all accounts they are amazing too. You can get a Tuono for much cheaper though. __________________ '08 VW R32 \| '08 Audi A4 2.0T Quattro S-Line

08-29-2008, 07:32 AM	#14
Ahsmo Getting Trashed Join Date: May 2004 Location: Tyler, Texas (sometimes) Posts: 2,215 iTrader: (6)	Thanks for the comments guys. I have been looking a little more into the MV situation and it looks like it would be near impossible to get my hands on one in the near future. Low J, how is the tuono on maintenance? __________________ "We will make them give us light. Now there's no more oak oppression, For they passed a noble law, And the trees are all kept equal By hatchet, axe, and saw." STS Turbo kit up for grabsTE-37 9.5x19 and 10.5x10 +22 with 295/30 and 255/35 Vredestein Sessanta tires ready to ship or pick-up*

08-29-2008, 07:44 AM	#15
Alberto SHIFT_Blah Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Maryland Posts: 19,777 iTrader: (12)	Beautiful Tuono and Z1000 guys! Very clean bikes... __________________ 11.1@126mph old set-up low boost Wanna see my Z go 170+mph? Click Me *More Videos* Fixed & Tuned by PFSUPERCARS

08-29-2008, 08:38 AM	#17
cheshirecat79 Sleeps in 350Z Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Port St. Lucie, FL Posts: 3,351 iTrader: (3)	One of the cleanest z's I've seen. You did a great job on that bike.

08-31-2008, 12:24 PM	#19
nbdyfcnsqnc Super Moderator MY350Z.COM Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: SoCal Posts: 23,753 iTrader: (0)	Yeah the Tuono and Z1000 pics look great. I have a Z750 so it looks familiar yet mo' badass.