Aprilia Tuarg 600 Wind (1990-91)

The Aprilia Tuareg 600 Wind motorcycle was produced from 1990 to 1991 and boasted a four-stroke, single-cylinder, SOHC engine with a 562cc capacity and a compression ratio of 9.4:1. It was air-cooled and used a wet sump lubrication system, with an electronic ignition and an electric starter. The bike was capable of producing a maximum power output of 34 kW (46 hp) at 7100 rpm and a maximum torque of 58 Nm (5.9 kgf-m or 42.8 ft-lb) at 5800 rpm. It had a 6-speed transmission and a chain final drive.

The Aprilia Tuareg 600 Wind featured a front suspension system with a 40 mm fork and a rear suspension system with a monoshock that had an adjustable preload. The front and rear wheels had travel distances of 210 mm (8.3 in) and 220 mm (8.7 in) respectively. The front brake system used a single 300 mm disc and a 2-piston caliper, while the rear brake system used a single 220 mm disc. The front and rear wheels were fitted with 90/90-21 and 130/80-18 tires respectively.

Overall, the Aprilia Tuareg 600 Wind was a versatile bike that performed well both on and off-road. Its rugged design, reliable engine, and comfortable suspension made it a popular choice among adventure riders.

Technical specifications:

Make Model: Aprilia Tuareg 600 Wind

Year: 1990 – 91
Engine: Four stroke, single cylinder, SOHC, 4 valves
Capacity: 562 cc / 34.3 cu in
Bore x Stroke: 94 x 81 mm
Compression Ratio: 9.4:1
Cooling System: Air cooled
Lubrication: Wet sump
Induction: ~A35 mm Dell’Orto PHBR35BD carburetor
Ignition: Nipponese electronic
Starting: Electric
Max Power: 34 kW / 46 hp @7100 rpm
Max Power Rear Tyre: 29.9 kW / 40.07 hp @ 7000 rpm
Max Torque: 58 Nm / 5.9 kgf-m / 42.8 ft-lb @ 5800 rpm
Transmission: 6 Speed
Final Drive: Chain
Front Suspension: ~A40 mm Fork
Front Wheel Travel: 210 mm / 8.3 in
Rear Suspension: Monoshock with adjustable preload.
Rear Wheel Travel: 220 mm / 8.7 in
Front Brakes: Single ~A300 mm disc, 2 piston caliper
Rear Brakes: Single ~A220 mm disc
Front Tyre: 90/90-21
Rear Tyre: 130/80-18