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APRILIA Tuareg Models/Series Timeline, Specifications & Photos

Generations: 19
First production year: 1984
APRILIA Tuareg 600 Wind photo gallery

The Aprilia Tuareg started its journey in 1985 when the Italian maker released it into the market. It was a road desert motorcycle manufactured from 1985 until 1994, when it was replaced by the Aprilia Pegaso.

The bike was marketed in four displacements, like the 50 and 125cc two-stroke engines and 350 and 600cc four-stroke units. In addition, the maker introduced Rally and Wind versions, which were powered by various displacement engines.

In 1991, the Italian motorcycle maker released the Aprilia Tuareg 600 Wind, a gritty all-road motorcycle that was suitable for a wide variety of riders and handled various terrains. It was arguably the most powerful machine in its class and suited young and more seasoned riders.

Visually, the bike was identical to the previous model, packing standard fittings, like a half fairing, a dual round headlight system, a small windscreen, a one-piece dual seat with passenger grab rails, an under-seat-mounted exhaust system, and wire-spoke wheels.

As for the power figures, the 1991 Aprilia Tuareg 600 Wind had its soul brought to life by a 562cc four-stroke air-cooled single-cylinder engine, boasting 46 hp with a peak force at 7,100 rpm and 58 Nm (43 lb-ft) torque at 5,800 rpm.

The power generated by the engine was transmitted to a six-speed manual transmission linked to the rear wheel via a final chain drive, launching the motorcycle to a top speed of 157 kph (98 mph).

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APRILIA Tuareg 600 Wind photo gallery

In 1990, the Italian motorcycle manufacturer launched the Aprilia Tuareg 600 Wind, an all-road motorcycle suitable for various riding scenarios. It was the largest displacement motorcycle in the family and was ideal for young and seasoned riders.

The 1990 motorcycle came with the same package as the previous model, delivering the same visual, performance, and technical specifications without any significant changes.

The bike's appearance was characterized by standard fittings, like a half fairing with a dual round headlight system, a small windscreen for better wind protection, a low-mounted front fender, a one-piece double seat with pillion grab handles, a high-mounted exhaust system, an engine cover, and wire-spoke wheels.

The bike's skeleton was made of steel. It housed the suspension system, comprised of a 40 mm telescopic fork on the front that provided 210 mm of travel and a preload-adjustable shock on the rear with 220 mm wheel travel, offering the optimum suspension capabilities.

The braking power was handled by a 300 mm brake disc tied to a dual-piston caliper on the front wheel and a single 220 mm brake disc on the rear wheel, offering optimum braking performance.

As for the power figures, the 1990 Aprilia Tuareg 600 Wind had its heartbeat set by a 562cc four-stroke air-cooled single-cylinder engine that delivered an output power of 46 hp with maximum strength at 7,100 rpm and 58 Nm (43 lb-ft) torque at 5,800 rpm.

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APRILIA Tuareg 600 Wind photo gallery

In 1989, the Italian motorcycle manufacturer released the Aprilia Tuareg 600 Wind, a gritty all-road motorcycle suitable for various riders and riding scenarios. It was the largest displacement model of the family.

The 1989 model came in the same shape and form as the previous one, delivering the exact technical, visual, and performance specifications without any significant modifications.

In the aesthetic department, the bike had standard fittings, like a half fairing with a dual round headlight system, a small windscreen for better wind protection, a low-mounted front fender, a one-piece double seat with pillion grab handles, a high-mounted exhaust system, an engine cover, and wire-spoke wheels.

As for performance, the 1989 Aprilia Tuareg 600 Wind had installed a 562cc four-stroke air-cooled single-cylinder engine that delivered an output power of 46 hp with maximum strength at 7,100 rpm and 58 Nm (43 lb-ft) torque at 5,800 rpm.

The motorcycle was manufactured around a steel frame that housed a 40 mm telescopic fork on the front that provided 210 mm of travel and a preload-adjustable shock on the rear with 220 mm wheel travel, offering the optimum suspension capabilities.

In the braking department, the bike's wheels were fitted with a 300 mm brake disc tied to a dual-piston caliper on the front and a single 220 mm brake disc on the rear, offering optimum braking performance.

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APRILIA Tuareg 125 Wind photo gallery

In 1989, the Italian motorcycle manufacturer released the Aprilia Tuareg 125 Wind, an off-road machine designed for the younger and less experienced motorcyclists among Aprilia fans.

The 1988 Tuareg 125 Wind came in the same shape and form as the previous model, packing the same technical, performance, and visual specifications without any significant changes whatsoever.

In the visual department, the bike had standard fittings, like a half fairing, a dual round headlight system, a small windscreen, a one-piece double seat with passenger grab rails, a high-mounted exhaust, a side stand, and wire-spoke wheels.

Compared to the Rally version, the Tuareg 125 Wing packed a half fairing with a dual round headlight system, a small windscreen, and a low-mounted front mudguard instead of the high-mounted one of the Tuareg 125.

As for the power figures, the 1989 Aprilia Tuareg 125 Wind had its soul brought to life by a 124cc two-stroke liquid-cooled single-cylinder engine that delivered 25 hp with a peak force at 9,000 rpm.

The power generated by the engine was transferred to a six-speed manual transmission that converted it into motion, spinning the rear wheel via a final chain drive. The bike reached a top speed of 130 kph (81 mph).

From top speed to a complete stop, the bike's wire-spoke wheels were fitted with a single brake disc on the front, engaged by a hydraulic caliper and a drum braking unit on the rear, providing optimum stopping power.

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APRILIA Tuareg 600 Wind photo gallery

The Aprilia Tuareg was a "Desert" motorcycle manufactured by Aprilia from 1985 until 1994 when it was replaced by the Aprilia Pegaso. The bike was available with a 50 and 125cc two-stroke engine and a 350 and 600cc four-stroke power unit.

In 1998, the Italian motorcycle maker introduced the Aprilia Tuareg 600 Wind, the largest displacement model of the family. It was arguably the most powerful machine in its class and suited young and more seasoned riders.

The bike's appearance was characterized by standard fittings, such as a half fairing with a dual round headlight system, a small windscreen for better wind protection, a low-mounted front fender, a one-piece double seat with pillion grab handles, a high-mounted exhaust system, an engine cover, and wire-spoke wheels.

The bike was built around a steel frame, fitted with a 40 mm telescopic fork on the front that provided 210 mm of travel and a preload-adjustable shock absorber on the rear with 220 mm wheel travel.

As for the braking power, the bike's wheels were fitted with a 300 mm brake disc coupled to a dual-piston caliper on the front and a single 220 mm brake disc on the rear, offering optimum braking performance.

In the performance department, the 1988 Aprilia Tuareg 600 Wind had installed a 562cc four-stroke air-cooled single-cylinder engine that delivered 46 hp with a peak force at 7,100 rpm and 58 Nm (43 lb-ft) torque at 5,800 rpm.

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APRILIA Tuareg 125 Wind photo gallery

The Aprilia Tuareg was a motorcycle produced by the Italian maker from 1985 to 1994 when it was replaced by the Aprilia Pegaso. The bike was sold with a 50cc and 125cc two-stroke engine and a 350cc and 600cc four-stroke power unit.

In 1988, the Italian motorcycle manufacturer launched the Aprilia Tuareg 125 Wind, a slightly different motorcycle than the standard model, packing the same performance with several visual modifications.

Compared to the Rally model, the Tuareg 125 Wing packed a half fairing with a dual round headlight system, a small windscreen, and a low-mounted front mudguard instead of the high-mounted one of the Tuareg 125.

The bike was built around a steel frame that housed the suspension system, comprised of a telescopic fork on the front end and a single shock absorber on the rear, delivering optimum suspension performance and handling capabilities.

As for the braking power, the bike's wire-spoke wheels were fitted with a single brake disc on the front, engaged by a hydraulic caliper and a drum braking unit on the rear, providing optimum stopping power.

In the performance department, the 1988 Aprilia Tuareg 125 Wind had its heartbeat set by a 124cc two-stroke liquid-cooled single-cylinder engine that delivered 25 hp with a peak force at 9,000 rpm.

All 25 hp were sent to the rear wheel through a six-speed manual gearbox and a final chain drive, launching the motorcycle to a maximum speed of 130 kph (81 mph).

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APRILIA Tuareg 350 Wind photo gallery

In 1987, the Italian motorcycle manufacturer launched the Aprilia Tuareg 350 Wind, a motorcycle presented in 1986 with a low-mounted front fender and a spacious fuel tank compared to the high-mounted one of the Rally model.

The Aprilia Tuareg 350 Wind was part of the Tuareg family, which comprised models powered by two-stroke and four-stroke engines. The smaller 50 and 125cc models were powered by a two-stroke engine, while the larger 350 and 600cc models were set in motion by four-stroke units.

In the visual department, the bike had standard fittings, such as a half fairing, a dual round headlight system, a small windscreen, a low-mounted front mudguard, a one-piece dual seat with grab rails, a high-mounted exhaust system, an engine plate, a side stand, and wire-spoke wheels.

As for the power figures, the 1987 Aprilia Tuareg 350 Wind had its heartbeat set by a 349cc four-stroke air-cooled single-cylinder engine that delivered an output power of 33 hp with a peak force at 7,500 rpm and 47 Nm (35 lb-ft) torque at 6,500 rpm.

The bike's power was sent to the rear end via a six-speed manual transmission and a final chain drive, launching the motorcycle to a top speed of 144 kph (89 mph).

The bike's suspension system comprised a hydraulic telescopic fork on the front and a dual-sided swingarm tied to a single shock absorber on the rear.

As for the braking power, the bike's wire-spoke wheels were fitted with a single brake disc both front and rear, delivering optimum stopping power.

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APRILIA Tuareg 125 Rally photo gallery

In 1987, the Italian bike maker released the Aprilia Tuareg 125 Rally, an off-road machine in its fourth consecutive production year. Compared to the standard version, the Rally had a slimmer appearance and a more aggressive engine, optimized for cross and off-road riding.

The 1987 model had the same technical, visual, and performance specifications as the previous one without any significant modifications. It was designed for the younger and less experienced riders among Aprilia fans.

It also packed the same standard fittings as previous models, like a high-mounted front fender, a small front cowl with a small square headlight, a single seat, a small luggage rack, a side stand, and wire-spoke wheels.

In the performance department, the 1987 Aprilia Tuareg 125 Rally had its heartbeat set by a 124cc two-stroke single-cylinder liquid-cooled engine placed underneath its fuel tank, delivering an output power of 25 hp with maximum strength at 9,000 rpm.

The power generated by the powerhouse was transmitted to the rear wheel through a six-speed manual gearbox and a final chain drive, launching the machine to a top speed of 130 kph (81 mph).

The bike's suspension system comprised a telescopic fork on the front and a single monoshock on the rear, while the braking power was achieved by a single brake disc mounted on the front wheel and a drum braking unit mounted on the rear wheel.

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APRILIA Tuareg 125 photo gallery

The Aprilia Tuareg was a desert motorcycle made by Aprilia in the mid-1980s. The bike was available with a two-stroke engine with 50 and 125cc displacements and a four-stroke engine with 350 and 600cc displacements. In addition, the Rally version was offered in 50, 125, and 250cc versions.

In 1987, the Italian motorcycle manufacturer launched the Aprilia Tuareg 125, an entry-level motorcycle suitable for younger and less experienced Aprilia fans. It was in its third consecutive production year and packed the same specifications as the previous model without any changes.

The motorcycle packed standard features, such as a half fairing with a dual round headlight system, a small windscreen, a one-piece dual seat, a luggage rack, a high-mounted exhaust system, an engine cover, and wire-spoke wheels.

In the performance department, the 1987 Aprilia Tuareg 125 had its soul brought to life by a 124cc two-stroke single-cylinder liquid-cooled engine that delivered an output power of 25 hp with a peak force at 9,000 rpm.

The power generated by the engine was transmitted to the rear end via a six-speed manual transmission that spun the rear wheel to a top speed of 130 kph (81 mph) through a final chain drive.

From top speed to a complete stop, the bike relied on a single brake disc mounted on the front wheel and a drum braking unit mounted on the rear wheel, providing optimum stopping power.

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APRILIA Tuareg 350 photo gallery

The Aprilia Tuareg was an off-road desert motorcycle made by Aprilia in the mid-1980s. The bike was sold with a two-stroke engine with 50 and 125cc displacements and a four-stroke engine with 350 and 600cc displacements. In addition, the Rally version was offered in 50, 125, and 250cc versions.

In 1986, the Italian motorcycle manufacturer launched the Aprilia Tuareg 350, one of the larger sisters of the two-stroke 50 and 125cc versions. It was powered by a 350cc four-stroke engine and appeared similar to the smaller ones.

The bike had standard features in the visual department, such as a high-mounted front mudguard, a small front cowl with a rectangular headlight, hand guards, a one-piece dual seat with passenger handles, an engine cover, a side stand, and wire-spoke wheels.

For suspension, the motorcycle packed a hydraulic telescopic fork on the front and a dual-sided swingarm tied to a single shock absorber on the rear, delivering optimum handling capabilities.

The braking power was achieved by a single brake disc tied to a hydraulic caliper mounted on the front wheel and a brake disc mounted on the rear wheel, providing optimum stopping power.

As for the power figures, the 1986 Aprilia Tuareg 350 had installed a 349cc four-stroke air-cooled single-cylinder engine underneath its fuel tank, boasting 33 hp at 7,500 rpm and 47 Nm (35 lb-ft) torque at 6,500 rpm.

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APRILIA Tuareg 250 Rally photo gallery

The 1987 MY Aprilia Tuareg 250 Rally has, at its heart, a liquid-cooled, two-stroke, 246cc, single cylinder powerplant mated to a five-speed manual transmission, and can reach a maximum power output of 42 horsepower at 7750 rpm.

It boasts standard features such as a drum braking system, a telescopic front fork, a monoshock with Aprilia Progressive System (APS) as a rear suspension, laced wheels, a rear luggage rack, a headlight guard and a graphic scheme which looks like the ones found on official enduro racing machines.

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APRILIA Tuareg 125 Rally photo gallery

The Aprilia Tuareg was a desert motorcycle made by Aprilia in the mid-1980s. The bike was sold with a 50 and 125cc two-stroke engine and a 350 and 600cc four-stroke engine. In addition, the Rally version was offered in 50, 125, and 250cc versions.

In 1986, the Italian motorcycle maker released the Aprilia Tuareg 125 Rally, an off-road motorcycle, in its third consecutive production year. The Rally version featured a slimmer line and a more aggressive engine than the base model.

The 1986 Tuareg 125 Rally came with the same package as the previous model, delivering the same performance, visual, and technical specifications without any significant modifications whatsoever.

Performance-wise, the 1986 Aprilia Tuareg 125 Rally had installed a 124cc two-stroke single-cylinder liquid-cooled engine underneath its fuel tank, delivering an output power of 25 hp with maximum strength at 9,000 rpm.

The rear wheel was set in motion by a final chain drive linked to a six-speed manual transmission that converted the engine power into energy, pushing the motorcycle to a top speed of 130 kph (81 mph).

For suspension, the bike packed a telescopic fork on the front and a single monoshock on the rear, while the braking performance was handled by a brake disc mounted on the front wheel and a drum braking unit mounted on the rear wheel.

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APRILIA Tuareg 125 photo gallery

In 1986, the Italian motorcycle manufacturer released the Aprilia Tuareg 125, an entry-level off-road motorcycle that debuted in 1985. It was in its second year of production and was addressed mainly to younger and less experienced riders.

The Aprilia Tuareg was a desert motorcycle produced by Aprilia in the mid-1980s. The bike was marketed with a two-stroke engine with 50 and 125cc displacements and a four-stroke engine with 350 and 600cc displacements. In addition, the Rally version was offered in 50, 125, and 250cc versions.

The 1986 machine came with the same shape and form as the previous model, delivering the same technical, visual, and performance specifications without any significant modifications whatsoever.

It also packed the same standard fittings as the previous one, like a high-mounted front fender, a small front cowl, a single headlight unit, hand guards, a one-piece dual seat, a luggage rack, and wire-spoke wheels.

The front end was controlled by a telescopic fork and a single brake disc, while a single shock absorber and a drum braking unit handled the rear end.

As for power, the 1986 Aprilia Tuareg 125 had installed a 124cc two-stroke liquid-cooled single-cylinder engine with a single carburetor feeding the piston, boasting 25 hp with a peak force at 9,000 rpm.

The power generated by the engine was transmitted to a six-speed manual gearbox with a wet multi-disc clutch that spun the rear wheel through a final chain drive.

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APRILIA Tuareg 250 Rally photo gallery

The House of Noale has designed the 1986 MY Aprilia Tuareg 250 Rally for those riders who want both agility and a gritty performance out of their off-road machine. It comes standard with features such as a drum braking system, a telescopic front fork, a monoshock with Aprilia Progressive System (APS) as a rear suspension, laced wheels, a rear luggage rack, a headlight guard and a graphic scheme which looks like the ones found on official enduro racing machines.

In the tech/engine department, it sports a liquid-cooled, two-stroke, 256cc, single cylinder powerhouse paired to a five-speed manual transmission, and can produce a claimed 42 horsepower at 7750 rpm.

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APRILIA Tuareg 125 Rally photo gallery

In 1985, the Italian motorcycle manufacturer launched the Aprilia Tuareg 125 Rally, a motorcycle in its second production year, characterized by a slimmer appearance and a more aggressive engine. In addition, the bike was optimized for cross and off-road.

The Aprilia Tuareg was a desert motorcycle produced by Aprilia in the mid-1980s. The bike was sold with a two-stroke engine with 50 and 125cc displacements and a four-stroke engine with 350 and 600cc displacements. In addition, the Rally version was offered in 50, 125, and 250cc versions.

The 1985 Rally version came in the same shape and form as the previous model, delivering the same technical, visual, and performance specifications without any significant modifications whatsoever.

The motorcycle appeal was characterized by standard fittings, like a high-mounted front fender, a small front cowl with a small square headlight, a single seat, a small luggage rack, a side stand, and wire-spoke wheels.

It was built around a steel frame that housed the suspension system, which comprised a telescopic fork on the front end and a single monoshock on the rear, offering optimum suspension performance and handling.

As for the power figures, the 1985 Aprilia Tuareg 125 Rally had its soul brought to life by a 124cc two-stroke single-cylinder liquid-cooled engine mounted underneath its fuel tank, delivering an output power of 25 hp with maximum strength at 9,000 rpm.

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APRILIA Tuareg 125 photo gallery

The Aprilia Tuareg was a desert motorcycle manufactured by Aprilia in the mid-1980s. The bike was marketed with a two-stroke engine with 50 and 125cc displacements and a four-stroke engine with 350 and 600cc displacements. In addition, the Rally version was offered in 50, 125, and 250cc versions.

The smaller displacement one was powered by a single-cylinder Minarelli engine, one of the most used engines in the Italian moped market. In contrast, the larger ones used a Rotax unit.

In 1985, the Italian motorcycle manufacturer launched the Aprilia Tuareg 125, a road/desert motorcycle in its first year of production. The entry-level off-road motorcycle mainly addressed younger and less experienced Aprilia fans.

The bike packed standard fittings in the visual department, such as a high-mounted front fender, a small front cowl, a single headlight unit, hand guards, a one-piece dual seat, a luggage rack, and wire-spoke wheels.

The 1985 Aprilia Tuareg 125 had its soul brought to life by a 124cc two-stroke liquid-cooled single-cylinder engine controlled by a single carburetor. It delivered an output power of 25 hp with a peak force at 9,000 rpm.

The motorcycle's power was handled by a six-speed manual transmission fitted with a wet multi-disc clutch that spun the rear wheel via a final chain drive.

The front end was controlled by a telescopic fork and a single brake disc, while the rear end was handled by a single shock absorber and a drum braking unit.

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APRILIA Tuareg 250 Rally photo gallery

The 1985 MY Aprilia Tuareg 250 Rally is a middle-class, race-inspired enduro machine, which sports a liquid-cooled, two-stroke, 256cc, single cylinder powerhouse paired to a five-speed manual transmission, and can produce a claimed 42 horsepower at 7750 rpm.

It boasts standard features such as a drum braking system, a telescopic front fork, a monoshock with Aprilia Progressive System (APS) as a rear suspension, a drum braking system, laced wheels, a rear luggage rack, a headlight guard and a graphic scheme which looks like the ones found on official enduro racing machines.

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APRILIA Tuareg 125 Rally photo gallery

The Aprilia Tuareg was a desert motorcycle produced by Aprilia in the mid-1980s. The bike was sold with a two-stroke engine with 50 and 125cc displacements and a four-stroke engine with 350 and 600cc displacements. In addition, the Rally version was offered in 50, 125, and 250cc versions.

In 1984, the Italian motorcycle maker released the Aprilia Tuareg 125 Rally, an agile off-road machine perfect for the younger and less experienced among Aprilia's fans. The bike was characterized by a much slimmer line and a more aggressive engine and was optimized for cross/off-road.

The bike's visual department was characterized by standard features, such as a high-mounted front fender, a small front cowl with a small square headlight, a single seat, a small luggage rack, a side stand, and wire-spoke wheels.

The bike was made around a steel frame with a telescopic fork on the front and a single monoshock on the rear, providing the optimum suspension performance and handling.

As for the braking power, the bike relied on a single brake disc mounted on the front wheel and a drum braking unit mounted on the rear wheel.

In the performance department, the 1984 Aprilia Tuareg 125 Rally had installed a 124cc two-stroke single-cylinder liquid-cooled engine underneath its fuel tank, delivering an output power of 25 hp with maximum strength at 9,000 rpm.

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APRILIA Tuareg 125 photo gallery

The 1985 MY Aprilia Tuareg 125 sports a liquid-cooled, two-stroke, 124cc, single cylinder engine paired to a six-speed manual transmission and produces a claimed 25 horsepower at 9000 rpm. This entry-level machine addresses the younger and less-experienced among off-road enthusiasts, and comes standard with telescopic front fork, a rear monoshock suspension, a front disc brake, a headlight guard, a race-inspired livery and a rear luggage rack, plus laced wheels with knobby tires mounted on them.

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