2001 Aprilia SL1000 Falco from New Zealand

Summary:

Wolf in sheep's clothing

Faults:

No problems yet.

General Comments:

This is the best bike I've owned.

It is deceptively fast and will keep up with most on the road.

Not as comfortable as previously owned BMWs, but is still good for 200 plus km on the trot without pain, so definitely a good all rounder.

Would you buy another motorcycle from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 15th August, 2009

2001 Aprilia SL1000 Falco from New Zealand

Summary:

The best bike I have ever owned

Faults:

Fuel injection vacuum hose split at 10,000 KM.

General Comments:

Pure fun factor.

Very fast and handles well.

Excellent fuel range, 300 km plus.

Very reliable, no major problems to speak of.

Would you buy another motorcycle from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 5th December, 2008

2001 Aprilia SL1000 Falco from United Kingdom

Summary:

The best

Faults:

A rear brake light switch failed, replaced under dealer warranty with no hassle.

General Comments:

I was looking at a Ducati 998 and sort of just stumbled onto the Aprilia. As soon as I laid eyes on her, I had to have her, I left a cheque for the asking price there and then!

She handles exceptionly well when you can keep the front wheel on the ground. (I have fitted renthal race gearing and she comes up in 4th on the power alone!) I also fitted an aftermarket double bubble screen and polished alloy cans. I am in love with this bike, she goes awesome and sounds better!

The dash is also straight out of Star Trek and has a 40lap recall memory, top speed recall and average speed recall as well as coolant temp and clock.

Highly recommended.

Would you buy another motorcycle from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 21st August, 2005