ELECTRONICS Unlike Yamaha ’ s Tenere , Aprilia has gone all-in when it comes to technology and boasts a full APRC electronics package and 5-inch TFT dash . The APRC system covers the now expected aspects of electronic aids and includes Traction Control , Cruise Control , Engine Maps and Engine Braking . Included in the electronics package are four Riding Modes , two of which are customisable with one being dedicated to off-road riding .
Interestingly , Aprilia will be giving riders the option to turn the ABS off at both wheels or only the rear through the electronics package . Visually we really dig what Aprilia has done with the new Tuareg . It looks simple and purposeful , which is exactly what it needs to be in such a competitive market . Our only hope now is that the bike will be priced at a point that makes it accessible to average riders , somewhere between Yamaha and KTM ’ s adventure offerings .
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