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Aprilia Tuono 457 vs Zero SR/F

Specs side by side, plus our verdict on which one is the smarter buy for the way you ride.

The Aprilia Tuono 457 and Zero SR/F are among the most cross-shopped naked bikes of 2026. The Aprilia Tuono 457 undercuts the Zero SR/F by about $14,596, so value is squarely on the table. On paper the Zero SR/F leads on power with 110 hp. Below we put them head to head on price, performance, weight and seat height, then give our verdict on which one is the smarter buy for the way you ride.

Aprilia Tuono 457
Our pick
8.0

Aprilia

Aprilia Tuono 457
Zero SR/F
8.0

Zero

Zero SR/F

The verdict

The Aprilia Tuono 457 edges it overall at 8/10, but the Zero SR/F wins on most exciting, so let how you ride decide.

Best for new riders

Aprilia Tuono 457

A2-legal, 48 hp, forgiving to learn on.

Most exciting

Zero SR/F

110 hp and 0.50 hp/kg, the strongest here.

Best value

Aprilia Tuono 457

Our 8/10 at $6,599, the most bike per dollar.

Easiest to manage

Aprilia Tuono 457

175 kg with an 800 mm seat, the easiest to throw around.

Price & rating
Price$6,599$21,195
KickTheStand score8 / 108 / 10
Performance
Engine457cc twinElectric
Power48 hp110 hp
Torque43.5 Nm190 Nm
Power-to-weight0.27 hp/kg0.50 hp/kg
Chassis & brakes
Front suspension41mm USD forkn/a
Rear suspensionMonoshockn/a
Front brakesSingle 320mm disc, ByBre radial 4-pistonn/a
Rear brakesSingle 220mm discn/a
Dimensions & practicality
Weight175 kg220 kg
Seat height800 mm787 mm
Fuel capacity13 Ln/a
Suitability
ClassNakedNaked
A2 licenceYesNo
Good for beginnersYesNo
Best forcommuting, sport, learningcommuting, sport

Cyan marks the best figure in each row. Specs are the most-cited for the current model; verify before relying on them.

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Aprilia Tuono 457 vs Zero SR/F: your questions answered

Which is faster, the Aprilia Tuono 457 or the Zero SR/F?

The Zero SR/F makes the most power at 110 hp and 190 Nm, giving it the edge on outright performance.

Which is cheaper, the Aprilia Tuono 457 or the Zero SR/F?

The Aprilia Tuono 457 is the most affordable here with an MSRP around $6,599.

Which is lighter, the Aprilia Tuono 457 or the Zero SR/F?

The Aprilia Tuono 457 is the lightest at 175 kg, which makes it the easiest to manage at low speed and in the bends.

Which is better for a beginner, the Aprilia Tuono 457 or the Zero SR/F?

For a new rider we'd point to the Aprilia Tuono 457: A2-legal, 48 hp and 175 kg make it the most approachable of the group.

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