Hey everyone, I’m considering getting an **Aprilia Tuono 457** as my first own bike at 19, and I’d really like to hear from people who actually own or regularly ride one.

For context, I currently ride a **2016 Royal Enfield Classic 350**, so the Tuono would be a pretty big jump for me. I’m looking for something that’s fun for college rides and weekend twisties, but I also want something I can comfortably own for years. I’m also a fairly experienced rider for my age.

I’m especially interested in **long-term ownership experience**, not just the usual “great bike bro” reviews. 😭

A few things I’d love to know:

* How has the **reliability** been so far?
* What are your typical **service costs**?
* How easy is it to get **parts and consumables**?
* How good is Aprilia’s **service support**, especially outside major cities?
* Any recurring issues, annoying little problems, or things you wish you knew before buying?
* How is the bike for **daily/college riding**?
* How does it feel on **weekend twisty roads**?
* What kind of **real-world fuel economy** are you getting?
* How comfortable is it for longer rides?
* After owning it for a while, **would you buy it again?**

I’m particularly interested in hearing from people who have owned theirs for 2**,000+ km**, but everyone’s experience is welcome.

I’m also considering the **RS457**, so I’m trying to figure out whether the Tuono is worth accepting the potentially higher ownership costs for the extra performance and character.

Thanks!

Tuono 457 owners/riders: what’s your experience been like?