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Information you need to know if you're buying an Aprilia RST1000 Futura along with owners' guides, road tests, specifications and the history of the model.

  • About the Aprilia Futura   ( 7 Articles )

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    The basics about the Aprilia RST1000 Futura, including specifications and features, including paint colours.

    This section also includes features about the bike and its development from the drawing board, and the history of Aprilia.

  • Using the clocks (dash)   ( 5 Articles )

    using_the_clocksHow to use the Aprilia RST1000 Futura's electronic dash.

    There are several adjustments you can make to the dash of the Aprilia RST 1000 Futura, using the Mode and Set buttons. You need to see the Servicing section if you want to re-set the Service light:

    Unlike some of the other Aprilia 1,000cc bikes, you can't switch between miles/kilometres and metric/imperial measurements for temperature and fuel level. These are factory pre-sets.

  • Running an Aprilia Futura   ( 11 Articles )

    touringHow fast is it? Will it let me down? How does it handle? Does it use a lot of fuel? What luggage should I fit? All these questions and more are covered here.

    You'll also find some touring tales, and the basics of everything you need to know about running an Aprilia RST1000 Futura, even what should be in the toolkit.

    If you're looking for a used bike, see the used buying guide

  • Social scene   ( 3 Articles )

    Futura meet

    There's a thriving community of Aprilia Futura owners worldwide.

    These section is about the various online forums dedicated to the Futura - and other reference websites.

    Futura meets happen during the summer months, especially in the UK, Europe and the US, and details will appear in this section for 2011 as soon as they are available.

  • Accessories   ( 6 Articles )

    accessoriesAccessories available for the Aprilia RST1000 Futura.

    See also the Modifications section.

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