Aprilia SL 1000 Falco vs MV Agusta F4 1000 Tamburini (2005)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Aprilia SL 1000 Falcostacks up against the MV Agusta F4 1000 Tamburini. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Aprilia SL 1000 Falco | MV Agusta F4 1000 Tamburini |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2005 | 2004 |
| Price | — | — |
| Engine | 998 cc | 998 cc |
| Horsepower | 114 hp | 173 hp |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Weight | 189 kg | — |
| Seat height | 37 mm | 32 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 4.8 L | 5.6 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | 1-speed | 6-speed |
| Front brakes | Double disc. 4-piston calipers | Double disc |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. 2-piston calipers | Single disc |
| Tires | 120/70-17 / 180/55-17 | 120/65-ZR17 / 190/50-ZR17 |
Aprilia SL 1000 Falco vs MV Agusta F4 1000 Tamburini — which should you buy?
Picking between the Aprilia SL 1000 Falco and the MV Agusta F4 1000 Tamburini usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Aprilia SL 1000 Falco brings 114 hp in a 189 kg package, while the MV Agusta F4 1000 Tamburini counters with 173 hp.
Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: