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Aprilia Tuono V4 Factory 1100 vs Triumph Trident 800

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

The Aprilia Tuono V4 Factory 1100 and Triumph Trident 800 are among the most cross-shopped naked bikes of 2026. The Triumph Trident 800 undercuts the Aprilia Tuono V4 Factory 1100 by about $9,704, so value is squarely on the table. On paper the Aprilia Tuono V4 Factory 1100 leads on power with 175 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 V4 Factory 1100
Our pick
9.0

Aprilia

Aprilia Tuono V4 Factory 1100
Triumph Trident 800
8.4

Triumph

Triumph Trident 800

The verdict

The Aprilia Tuono V4 Factory 1100 edges it overall at 9/10, but the Triumph Trident 800 wins on best for new riders, so let how you ride decide.

Best for new riders

Triumph Trident 800

113 hp.

Most exciting

Aprilia Tuono V4 Factory 1100

175 hp and 0.84 hp/kg, the strongest here.

Best value

Triumph Trident 800

Our 8.4/10 at $9,995, the most bike per dollar.

Easiest to manage

Triumph Trident 800

198 kg with an 810 mm seat, the easiest to throw around.

Highest rated

Aprilia Tuono V4 Factory 1100

Our top score in this matchup at 9/10.

Price & rating
Price$19,699$9,995
KickTheStand score9 / 108.4 / 10
Performance
Engine1099cc four798cc triple
Power175 hp113 hp
Torque121 Nm84 Nm
Power-to-weight0.84 hp/kg0.57 hp/kg
Chassis & brakes
Front suspension43mm Öhlins NIX semi-active USD fork41mm Showa BPF USD fork, compression/rebound adjustable
Rear suspensionÖhlins TTX semi-active monoshockShowa monoshock, preload/rebound adjustable
Front brakesDual 330mm discs, Brembo StylemaDual 310mm discs, radial 4-piston
Rear brakesSingle 220mm discSingle 255mm disc
Dimensions & practicality
Weight209 kg198 kg
Seat height837 mm810 mm
Fuel capacity18.5 L14 L
Suitability
ClassNakedNaked
A2 licenceNoNo
Good for beginnersNoNo
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Aprilia Tuono V4 Factory 1100 vs Triumph Trident 800: your questions answered

Which is faster, the Aprilia Tuono V4 Factory 1100 or the Triumph Trident 800?

The Aprilia Tuono V4 Factory 1100 makes the most power at 175 hp and 121 Nm, giving it the edge on outright performance.

Which is cheaper, the Aprilia Tuono V4 Factory 1100 or the Triumph Trident 800?

The Triumph Trident 800 is the most affordable here with an MSRP around $9,995.

Which is lighter, the Aprilia Tuono V4 Factory 1100 or the Triumph Trident 800?

The Triumph Trident 800 is the lightest at 198 kg, which makes it the easiest to manage at low speed and in the bends.

Which is better for a beginner, the Aprilia Tuono V4 Factory 1100 or the Triumph Trident 800?

For a new rider we'd point to the Triumph Trident 800: 113 hp and 198 kg make it the most approachable of the group.

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