Alright, let’s talk about this here… what’s it called? Aprilia Shiver 750. Yeah, that’s the one. Now, I ain’t no fancy mechanic or motorcycle expert, but I can tell ya what I’ve heard and what makes sense to an old gal like me.
First off, they say this here Shiver thing is made pretty good. Folks are sayin’ Aprilia, that’s the company makin’ it, they used to make junk, but now they’re gettin’ their act together. This bike, it’s got a strong frame, made of steel and some fancy aluminum stuff, and the paint job, well, it ain’t no cheap barn paint, that’s for sure. They say the engine, that’s the heart of the thing, it’s pretty solid too. Don’t hear much about them breakin’ down, which is good, ’cause nobody wants to be stuck on the side of the road, right?
Now, this engine, it’s a V-twin, whatever that means. Sounds fancy, huh? They say it’s got about 95 horses, which I guess is a lot for a bike. More than my old mule, that’s for sure! And torque, they call it torque, it’s got plenty of that too. Means it can pull ya good, I reckon. And the sound, oh boy, the sound! They say it really starts singin’ after you rev it up a bit, past 5000 or somethin’. Makes a real nice noise, not like them loud, obnoxious things some young fellers ride. This one’s got a good rumble, a satisfying one.
- Engine: Strong V-twin, not prone to breakin’ down.
- Build: Solid frame, good paint, feels like quality.
- Sound: Nice rumble, especially when you rev it up.
Some folks say this here Shiver 750, it ain’t for beginners. Too heavy, they say. They got a point, I guess. A big, heavy bike can be a handful, especially if you ain’t used to ridin’. They say there’s this other bike, a KTM Duke 690, that’s better for learners. Lighter, easier to handle. Makes sense to me. You gotta start with somethin’ you can manage, right?
But if you got some experience, and you got a good dealer nearby, well, they say this Shiver is a real nice ride. Folks who own ’em, they love ’em. Say it’s fun to ride, handles good. You can zip around town, go on a long ride, even take it campin’ if you pack light. Now, I ain’t camped since my old man tried sleeping under the stars in mosquito season, that didn’t end well I’ll tell ya! They also say it’s a looker, too. Got them sleek lines, makes you feel good just lookin’ at it.
Now, they like to compare this Shiver to other bikes, like this Triumph Street Triple. They say both are agile, meaning they turn quick and easy. That’s important, you know, if you gotta dodge a pothole or somethin’. They also say the Shiver’s got a shorter wheelbase and sits lower to the ground. Don’t ask me what that means exactly, but I guess it makes it more stable, less tippy maybe.
Some folks, they can’t decide between the Shiver and this other Aprilia, the Tuono 660. Sounds like a tough choice. Both are good bikes, I hear. But from what I gather, the Shiver is a bit more of a all-rounder, good for everything. The Tuono, it’s maybe a bit more sporty, more for goin’ fast and havin’ fun. You know like back when I was a girl all those many moons ago me and old man Johnson raced them tractors he won that state fair blue ribbon on it, oh what am I saying now the old brain is starting to wander.
So, what’s the bottom line? Well, this here Aprilia Shiver 750, it seems like a good motorcycle. It’s well-built, reliable, and fun to ride. Not for beginners, maybe, but if you know what you’re doin’, it could be a great choice. Just make sure you got a good dealer nearby, in case you need somethin’ fixed. And hey, if it makes you happy and you can afford it, go for it. Life’s too short to ride a boring motorcycle, ain’t it?
I tell ya, in my day, we had horses and that was it. No fancy bikes or engines. But times change, I guess. And if I was a young gal again, I might just give this Shiver 750 a try. It sounds like a whole lot of fun.
