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2012 Literbike Streetfighter Shootout - Video

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The Spaceman · 03-21-2012, 01:18 PM

Talk about "hooligan!" That shot of Mr. Duke doing the burnout is the very definition of the word. Still smoking, Mr. Duke? Try the gum...it worked for me.

I think the Aprillia is much better looking than either one of the others. So with the huge difference in HP, the better electronics, and the price, it's the clear winner in my book.

Thanks for making the chart legends legible.

Kevin_Duke · 03-21-2012, 01:40 PM

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Originally Posted by The Spaceman

Talk about "hooligan!" That shot of Mr. Duke doing the burnout is the very definition of the word. Still smoking, Mr. Duke? Try the gum...it worked for me.

I think the Aprillia is much better looking than either one of the others. So with the huge difference in HP, the better electronics, and the price, it's the clear winner in my book.

Thanks for making the chart legends legible.

I lasted nearly three weeks of 2012 w/o lighting up but caved when my wife restarted. I was doing okay with an e-cig. I hate gum you're not supposed to chew!

As for a winner, the Tuono is mine. The others are truly great, but the Aprilia is greater!

Duken4evr · 03-21-2012, 02:21 PM

Awesome shootout guys. I can almost smell the tire smoke

Love that Aprilia. Would go for the Triumph 2nd I think. The triple probably makes the most sense of these bikes, but these are not really sensible bikes are they?

schizuki · 03-21-2012, 02:55 PM

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Originally Posted by Kevin_Duke

I was doing okay with an e-cig.

I love my e-cig. Stick with it.

Buzglyd · 03-21-2012, 03:20 PM

You could have brought those babies down to San Diego for a day of riding and I wouldn't have worn Bill Cosby's sweater.

As a former Brutale owner, I love the MV but this time I think I'd buy the Aprilia. I may have to start haunting my local dealer and finagle a test ride.

jmdonald · 03-21-2012, 05:48 PM

All things considered my choice is the Triumph. I do have a soft spot for the Tuono. As always gentlemen,a stellar review.

proheli · 03-21-2012, 11:26 PM

A really nice review, Gentelmen. I enjoyed it very much. I've currently got the Duck Streetfighter S (with sorted fueling and suspension.) And your review reinforces that I definitely have the right bike for me.

Kevin_Duke · 03-21-2012, 11:57 PM

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Originally Posted by schizuki

I love my e-cig. Stick with it.

Thanks for the encouragement. I'll get back to it. Now, if you excuse me, I have to go do a big smokey burnout.

The Spaceman · 03-22-2012, 05:11 AM

The MV has a "radial-valve engine." I did a little looking on the interwebs and it appears the term refers to the arrangement of the valves, and/or the shape of the combustion chamber (a la "Hemi").

Does anyone know what the real or claimed benefits of the MV radial valve configuration are? Or why and how it works?

03-21-2012, 12:17 PM	#1
Administrator Administrator Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: On My Bike Posts: 0	2012 Literbike Streetfighter Shootout - Video Original Article: 2012 Literbike Streetfighter Shootout - Video Please discuss the Motorcycle.com article 2012 Literbike Streetfighter Shootout - Video in our Motorcycle Forums below. Use the reply button to let others know your comments or feedback on the article. Constructive criticism is always appreciated, along with your thoughts and personal opinions on the bikes and products we have tested.

03-21-2012, 01:18 PM	#2
The Spaceman Registered Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Posts: 2,389	Talk about "hooligan!" That shot of Mr. Duke doing the burnout is the very definition of the word. Still smoking, Mr. Duke? Try the gum...it worked for me. I think the Aprillia is much better looking than either one of the others. So with the huge difference in HP, the better electronics, and the price, it's the clear winner in my book. Thanks for making the chart legends legible. __________________ :About 80,000 soaked French spectators received more shocks today than a nun in a cucumber patch."

03-21-2012, 05:48 PM	#7
jmdonald Founding Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Mission Viejo Posts: 1,223	Triple All things considered my choice is the Triumph. I do have a soft spot for the Tuono. As always gentlemen,a stellar review. __________________ Secede.

03-22-2012, 05:11 AM	#10
The Spaceman Registered Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Posts: 2,389	The MV has a "radial-valve engine." I did a little looking on the interwebs and it appears the term refers to the arrangement of the valves, and/or the shape of the combustion chamber (a la "Hemi"). Does anyone know what the real or claimed benefits of the MV radial valve configuration are? Or why and how it works? __________________ :About 80,000 soaked French spectators received more shocks today than a nun in a cucumber patch."

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03-21-2012, 02:21 PM	#4
Duken4evr Founding Member Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Parker, CO Posts: 705	Awesome shootout guys. I can almost smell the tire smoke Love that Aprilia. Would go for the Triumph 2nd I think. The triple probably makes the most sense of these bikes, but these are not really sensible bikes are they?

03-21-2012, 03:20 PM	#6
Buzglyd Founding Member Join Date: Nov 2001 Posts: 10,850	You could have brought those babies down to San Diego for a day of riding and I wouldn't have worn Bill Cosby's sweater. As a former Brutale owner, I love the MV but this time I think I'd buy the Aprilia. I may have to start haunting my local dealer and finagle a test ride.

03-21-2012, 11:26 PM	#8
proheli Registered Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Posts: 9	A really nice review, Gentelmen. I enjoyed it very much. I've currently got the Duck Streetfighter S (with sorted fueling and suspension.) And your review reinforces that I definitely have the right bike for me.