NC/SC riders

[T286]

What's the Aprilia population of the Charlotte area ?

[wilddave1]

Hickory, checking in!

[Ergo]

I went by the Aprilia dealer in Charlotte, NC yesterday. They only had 4 bikes! A Futura, a Tuono, and 2 Mille's. He said they trickle in one at a time. The dealer in Raleigh, NC is sold out until the 2004's come in apparently. I drove to Charlotte just to see them. It's hard to get excited about the bikes when they don't have any! :rolleyes:

[Durango Kid]

Just landed in Charleston, SC a week ago from Austin, Texas.
I ride an Aprilia Falco.
Any other low country riders on this board?
Where are the good roads in South Carolina?

[Trip]

I live in Charlotte and have 2001 Mille. Took a look at the 2004 Factory at the shop in Pineville. nice.

[Twin Ride]

I live in Matthews

[Trip]

I live near Arboretum area. What do you have?

[Twin Ride]

I have a 2003 Tuono & 2001 RC51
The RC is track only now, got tired of doing double duty with it.

[Trip]

Hey Twin Ride, email me at jbashe@vnet.net. I would like to take a look at your Tuono. I have an FZ1 and Mille, double duty on the Mille at track days, sort of a pain. Thinking of plastics.

[fizzyhawk]

I'm in Traveler's Rest, SC. Trip, I just sold my FZ1 and bought the Mille. Looking forward to teaching those mountains a lesson next time I'm out!

[TopDawg_43]

I kinda live in Charlotte and in Connecticut. I'm getting my Mille R from Performance Honda, the dealership that Ergo spoke of earlier. I'd have it by now, but I'm stuck in CT, until May/June. But I already have a deposit down on it. The dealership in Raleigh sold all there 03 bike on ebay, dirt cheap.

[William the Third]

I'm in Asheville.

[Ergo]

Shameless bump! :rambo:

I bought my bike in Woodstock,GA (MotoBritalia on 12/2003) and it's been great. NO regrets.

The local Aprilia dealer here in Raleigh went Japanese (Yam, Kaw, Suz). So, I get most of my parts at Capital BMW. Capital has Piaggio Scooters and Triumph cycles now...but they still look at my bike kinda funny! They are helpful as hell though. :p: Hopeful they will ad Aprilia one day!!?!!

Ride safe! :peace:

[jonnybidness]

I have a 2002 Mille and live in Huntersville. It would be cool to get an aprilia group ride organized sometime! Thoughts anyone?

[Ergo]

I have a 2002 Mille and live in Huntersville. It would be cool to get an aprilia group ride organized sometime! Thoughts anyone?

We need to do a "Prillers on the Parkway" annual event! :cheers:

What say ye? :cathat: :banana:

[William the Third]

We need to do a "Prillers on the Parkway" annual event! :cheers:

What say ye? :cathat: :banana:
Sounds good to me seeing how the BRP is only about 5 miles from where I live.

[Preacher53]

I have a 2002 Mille and live in Huntersville. It would be cool to get an aprilia group ride organized sometime! Thoughts anyone?



Not to far from you in Statesville,NC
2005 Tuono

[jonnybidness]

All we need is a warm weekend and it can be done. But i think the roads we want to ride are probably icy/snowy. (Correct me if i'm wrong!) Maybe this spring we do a ride to usher in the riding season???

[chillydogg]

From Asheville.

I'm in. If we can't ride the BRP, there are plenty of other good roads in the area. Just outside my door.

What's up William!

[GN2HEL]

I just got orders to Seymour Johnson. Cant wait to get some riding in. Riding time here in alaska is very short. Hope to meet some Aprilia riders. There is only two of us here. It will be greatly appreciated if anyone can give the info on all the good roads to straighten out! LOL! See yall in April. 38978

[T286]

When you get there head west

[GN2HEL]

I just got orders to Seymour Johnson. Cant wait to get some riding in. Riding time here in alaska is very short. Hope to meet some Aprilia riders. There is only two of us here. It will be greatly appreciated if anyone can give the info on all the good roads to straighten out! LOL! See yall in April.

[T286]

Pick up a copy of "Motorcycle Adventures in the S. Appalachians"
Milestone Press
ISBN 1-889596-11-6

[tedlaw]

I just got orders to Seymour Johnson. Cant wait to get some riding in. Riding time here in alaska is very short. Hope to meet some Aprilia riders. There is only two of us here. It will be greatly appreciated if anyone can give the info on all the good roads to straighten out! LOL! See yall in April.

I've been riding in Western NC for more years than I care to remember. Anytime that you want a tour of the roads north of Morganton and into Tennessee, send me a pm.

[kaoyagi]

Raleigh with a '00.5 Mille and a '03 Caponord.

[squirrel]

I live in the corner of N. Ga., 1 mile from N. Carolina and 12 miles east of S Carolina. On most days i can do loops thru all 3 states,some of the best bike roads in the east.Falco heaven!

[jonnybidness]

In case any of you Charlotte area aprilia riders want to know, Mac's Speed Shop holds a European Bike night on the second Tuesday of each month from 6:30 to 9:00 and it's pretty cool. i went last week and was the only Aprilia out there so it would be really cool to get some more there next time. There were a few of that "other" Italian motorcycle brand, some Beemers, and a few Triumphs. It's a great way to meet people, see cool bikes and get some great BBQ. Plus there are a few hot waitresses, so what else do you need?

info below...
http://www.macspeedshop.com/home.html
http://www.usdesmo.com/eventsother.html

[Eskimo]

Raleigh (well OK, Holly Springs) checking in..

New-to-me immaculate 00.5 Mille.. saw rain for the first time this past Saturday.. I looove this bike!

[1-G'_rider]

Well hell didnt even know this was here , normaly dont scroll down this far.

Im in Hendersonville near Enigma and Chilly along with others that dont post much on here. Ive been riding these roads since I was a kid and thats been a while.So if anyone is realy interseted in doing a Meet thing post up and lets get it rolling since the weather has turned.

Sure theres the Gap but the roads surrounding the Gap are just as good if not better for riding.

[RFM]

Well hell didnt even know this was here , normaly dont scroll down this far.

Im in Hendersonville near Enigma and Chilly along with others that dont post much on here. Ive been riding these roads since I was a kid and thats been a while.So if anyone is realy interseted in doing a Meet thing post up and lets get it rolling since the weather has turned.

Sure theres the Gap but the roads surrounding the Gap are just as good if not better for riding.

I can attest to that! 1-G' knows those roads. Get him lunch and he can show roadway bliss. Fastest guy two-up as well. Be up that way 12 May through the 15th, and if you're around, lunch is on me!:cheers:

[1-G'_rider]

its on and you got a pm :cheers:

[chillydogg]

Deal me in. Just give me the time and place.

[FabianG]

We were just 3 aprilia's that I saw, my Falco, a Caponard, and your RSV. Good looking bike.

You on this board?

[Eskimo]

We were just 3 aprilia's that I saw, my Falco, a Caponard, and your RSV. Good looking bike.

You on this board?

Ya mean the BMW - Triumph open house in Raleigh? That would have been mine. I didn't see a Capo, but did see 2 Falco's, a black one and a red/orange one whose owner I talked to for just a minute..

[FabianG]

Ya mean the BMW - Triumph open house in Raleigh? That would have been mine. I didn't see a Capo, but did see 2 Falco's, a black one and a red/orange one whose owner I talked to for just a minute..


Coincidences, the open house I was at was in Charlotte(technically Indian Trail) just this past Sat April 29th. The RSV that was there was matte black with US Desmo sticker on right side fairing.

-Fabian
Red/Orange Falco in Charlotte

[RFM]

its on and you got a pm :cheers:

Should be out this weekend (5/12-5/15). Just got the wheels back from the painter, TCM got me the rotor in time, and I should be good to go. I pm'ed you with the phone number. :cheers:

[scott_b]

Marion, NC checking in. New Tuono owner, just sold my RC-51.

[mfbRSV]

Just took a loop up your way last Saturday. We went around Lake James then cut over to 181 (via Pea Ridge Rd) then up to Linville for lunch. Some great roads up that way!

Enjoy that new Tuono!

[1-G'_rider]

hey Scott your not to far from some of us being in Hendersonville and Asheville if ya wanna hook up and ride some post up. We normaly ride every Sunday and we was thinking about hitting Little Switzerland soon and 80 coming back off the Parkway. So post up be cool to meet and ride with others .

[scott_b]

hey Scott your not to far from some of us being in Hendersonville and Asheville if ya wanna hook up and ride some post up. We normaly ride every Sunday and we was thinking about hitting Little Switzerland soon and 80 coming back off the Parkway. So post up be cool to meet and ride with others .

I'll try to hook up with you guys. I normally ride every Sunday as well with a guy from Marion and sometimes another guy from Linville. We'll either do a loop from Marion through Erwin, TN to Hot Springs, NC and back or maybe 181 then to Shady Valley, TN or something of the like. Of course, since I just bought the new bike, it's going to rain for two or three straight weekends. lol

I live on Hwy 80....literally!

[1-G'_rider]

I live on Hwy 80....literally!

oh man you suck.:nutts: lol i like 80 its got some fun twists to it and prefer it coming down from the Parkway. Been on some of the roads you mentioned as well. I realy didnt play on that side of the mountain untill a couple years ago. Well hope to catch ya out on the roads or hook up for a loop sometime . I know the other board members that are around here wouldnt mind that either besides the more thumpers we got the better it is ,:cheers:

[GN2HEL]

Anybody make it out to Myrtle Beach bike week. I did saturday! 99% of the day all i heard was "what in the hell is that?" It's good to be not like every rice rocket or harley. It was funny no matter what mods they have done, they all looked and sounded the same. It was good to stand out in a good way. The Aprilia did get attention at red lights and running thru the gears. I was real proud of it. The bike didnt give me one ounce of trouble.

[RFM]

Hey guys,

Just wanted to thank you for the great ride and the hospitality shown in toting along some Ohioans. The roads are great, and your knowledge of them priceless. Still owe you all a beer, so Ashville it is next time to keep it safe afterwards. Thanks again to all. Oh, and Cory? is nuts. Twice I thought we'd be pulling him out of the trees after overshooting a righthander. :cheers:

[1-G'_rider]

LMAO man thats crazy and like I told ya before we split up and after ya called and told me about it I still gotta say

TOLD YA TO WATCH YOUR ASS!!!!!:happy:

Anyways glad ya enjoyed it and just let us know the next trip dates and were there rubber side down and the roads around Asheville are not like the Dragon but I will garunteeeeeeee you want be bored.:burnout:

ps it RORY lmao:cheers:

[chillydogg]

Damn, I hate to see our finest offering invitations like that. I'm just glad we didn't run into any of them on our trip down/up HWY 281.

I enjoyed riding with you and I hope your able to come back soon so we can show you the good roads. Hopefully next time they won't have all of the law enforcement harassing our guests.

[RFM]

Thanks. It was a stupid mistake where we were good and warned where to expect your state's finest, but the lure of the road just is too powerful! I usually like to throw a beer or three into the equation after a good ride, so next time I'll try to find a place that isn't so far out of the way. Catch you all next time, and count on a beer too!

[Ergo]

Sorry to hear about your NC LEO experience. :pissed:

Would it make you feel better to know a Pennsylvania LEO threatened me with impound, reckless driving, while I cruised through his town at 35 mph...but stood up and briefly stretched my legs!

Told me to get my dumb ass back to N. Carolina and stay there. :happy:

Great to see other NC residents on here. :plus:

[slave600]

any riders live in the NC area around charlotte or greensboro. i don't get to ride often, but i have made trips to lots of places for little reason, why not to meet other aprilia's???

[BHW]

Raleigh, NC here on an '02 RST1000 Futura.

[T286]

I'm out in the sticks 10mi south of Waxhaw 26 min from CMP

[1-G'_rider]

Theres some Aprilia owners inthe neighborhood.

If your interested in riding with other Apes then theres a ride out of Marion , about 1.5 hours from Charlotte this Sunday.

This goes for any locals that want to show as well.

either reply here or "pm"me :)

[fz1boxer]

i live in ga but prefer n.c/s.c roads

[jager]

New to me Mille Owner (01 R) in Raleigh. Anyone going to the Mid Carolina Motorsports Aprilia party/demo on May 4-6? They are in Burlington.

Matt

[BHW]

New to me Mille Owner (01 R) in Raleigh. Anyone going to the Mid Carolina Motorsports Aprilia party/demo on May 4-6? They are in Burlington.

Matt


I'll have to look into that, sounds like a good excuse to ride!

[Eskimo]

New to me Mille Owner (01 R) in Raleigh. Anyone going to the Mid Carolina Motorsports Aprilia party/demo on May 4-6? They are in Burlington.

Matt

If my tank & plastics are back by then, I'm there!

Looks for the red '00 with the '03 upper on it..

I think my buddy from Fayetteville can give me a GOOOD route to get up there too!

[Ridge]

Hello to all. I just traded an '06 WeeStrom on an '04 Tuono. Not much seat time with it yet, but it puts a grin every time I have ridden it. I am located in Burlington, NC. We have an awesome Aprilia dealership now, if anyone is ever in the area, stop by, or drop me a PM.

James

http://i56.photobucket.com/albums/g186/600RidgeRunner/2004%20Aprilia%20Tuono/Tuonorightside.jpg

http://i56.photobucket.com/albums/g186/600RidgeRunner/2004%20Aprilia%20Tuono/Tuonotail.jpg

[cdhall]

in the interest of keepin this thread alive (i just "discovered" it), i'm in Blacksburg, Virginia (Home of the Hokies), near the BRP and a whole host of other good roads. my mom lives in Rockingham NC, sister lives in Ft Mill SC, so i get to NC and SC pretty often. sometimes i spend 6 hrs getting to my mom's house, 2 hrs visiting her, then 6 hrs getting to my sister's house, spend the night drinking brewskis with her and her hubbie, then spend a whole day getting home. life is good.

would love to get together with some other Aprilia riders. i've never seen another Tuono in person except at the International Motorcycle Show.

i bought red '03 in Detroit in Oct 06, with 365 miles on it. 6000 now.

chrish
'98 KLR650 '03 Tuono '04 WeeStrom '06 BigStrom

[Vikter]

Anyone near Pinehurst?

[acorder]

Charlotte here, just picked up my New Shiver two days ago.

[VenomTwin]

Raleigh here. Thanks for the link Enigma. Looking for some good routes around the area.

[WSprtuaL]

Greensboro checking in :cheers:

[ducgrl]

Please don't hurt me. I'm looking for someone. I live in Charlotte and see a guy on an Aprilia everyday. He works downtown (I think) and drives by where I live on Murrayhill Rd. I waved once and he waved back.

Just wanted to meet him and say hello, see if he wanted to go to riding with a ducati girl.

[William the Third]

Please don't hurt me. I'm looking for someone. I live in Charlotte and see a guy on an Aprilia everyday. He works downtown (I think) and drives by where I live on Murrayhill Rd. I waved once and he waved back.

Just wanted to meet him and say hello, see if he wanted to go to riding with a ducati girl.
If he doesn't, I will.

[ducgrl]

Well thanks.:D

Anybody have any clues?

[FORREALQUICK]

I'm in.

I live in Jamestown, NC. Close to Greensboro. 2007 Factory RSV.

There are a few who meet almost every Sunday at the Shell station on Hwy. 68 north of the airport about 9:00 to 10:00 and hit the backroads all the way up to the Meadows of Dan and eat there and come back down the mountians. Plenty of twisties. It is a mixed group of bikes but it would be nice to take a bunch of Aprilia's out together.

Stan

[T286]

ducgrl
come on down can introduce you to the Union county farm to market roads
Providence Rd to S.C. 2nd Drive on right

[ducgrl]

Down boys... ;)

Wouldn't mind riding some twisties with you guys but I am a bit of a nOOb. And I've got a little monster 695, nothing big. But I'll keep lurking and might join up with you guys.

[ShiverSC]

Greenville, SC Just got my new Shiver. I am coming from an 06 Triumph Speed Triple

Seth

[T286]

Did Frank treat you right?

[SuperDodge]

Another Greenville, SC. Just bought my new Shiver from Matthews Fun Machines. These guys were a pleasure to work with although they're still on the Aprilia learning curve, I think.

[William the Third]

Wheels Through Time museum in NC ride 2008-05-31 or 2008-06-01 (http://www.apriliaforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=149704)

[ShiverSC]

Frank did treat me right. I am heading in in two weeks for my run in and to get my Leos that he threw in with the sale. Well not threw in but discounted heavily.

Seth

[Xcalibur]

Anyone Aprilia owners in the Raleigh/Durham/Chapel Hill area or nearby? I have just bought a Caponord. I am interested to know where I could get it serviced. Looks like Matison doesn't handle Aprilia any more.

[rsvdave]

ducgirl, i ride my rsvr every day but i don't work downtown. i live near harrisburg. that me?

[RumbleStrip]

ducgirl, i ride my rsvr every day but i don't work downtown. i live near harrisburg. that me?

were u the dave at VIR?

[Monsterhunter]

I ride from Cornelius to Downtown Charlotte pretty often for work.

FYI Rumor has it Mac's BBQ on South BLVD is starting a Euro bike night 2nd Tues. of every month!!!

Sounds like a good place to find your mystery Aprilia rider ducgirl????

What's my name Bi%*@h!!!!!:kidding:

No really I'm just kidding:kidding:

[Monsterhunter]

:cheers:Mac's on south blvd:cheers:

[T286]

I plan on riding up if it isn't storming
will be on a naked Edwards with Tigs

[T286]

The ducs had us surrounded. 3 apes & a lot of ducatis with a few Triumphs & BMWs thrown in

[Monsterhunter]

Were those guys to cool for school or what?
It Sucks that I missed it. My Battery died and took out my starter relay just like predicted from Aprilia forum Guru's. To me it seems more likely that the relay took out the b:bangwall:attery It's only 4 mo's old I'm pretty pissed at the whole situation but I'll be there next time.:bangwall:

[R&D Guy]

I made it down, also. There were quite a few Ducs out there. I had the lone Tuono. Had to represent for my other brothas (ahemm...MonsterHunter...hello?) I had fun with my gremlins this past weekend, too (long story). I'll be upgrading to the Yamaha starter relay as well...

[ShiverSC]

anyone gonna be in the area the weekend of the 23rd 24th?

Seth

[slave600]

hey ppl, i'm back in the thick of it again. spent the last few months tricking out a ninja 250 and a cafe racer, but the ape is back up and running well. after a few corners cut at my "dealer service", then i had a reset issue, and a starter relay replacement, and still straightening out the wire mod i'll be riding it more often. seen a few aprilia bikes in my local travels, but no one goes to quaker steak bike night??? or the tuner meets at UNCC in the parking deck?? i'm always alone!

[T286]

Second Tues of the month ((Charlotte)) Euro bike night!!
Mac's on south blvd
weather channel predicts good weather

[R&D Guy]

I'm planning on being there tonight...Hope to meet you guys this time...

[Scooter Trash]

Fayetteville, NC here

:bump:

[RumbleStrip]

New bike night building momentum and Beef O'Brady's off Exit 36 in Mooresville on Monday nights. 2 RSV and a Tuono last night. didn't find the owners though.

[stew4444]

gonna drive up from GA this weekend to play at deals gap! pray for me...lol

[R&D Guy]

To all interested parties, I found out about this a little late, but since they are reverting to a rain-date - it is on for this Sat. April 5th.

"Motori Italiani" - A Celebration of Italian Motoring
Sponsored by 131 Main Restaurant

Ferrari, Lamborghini, Maserati, Specialty Car (Iso, De Tomaso, etc.),
Ducati, Vespa, Specialty Motorcycle (Aprilia, MV Agusta, Moto Guzzi,
etc.)

Saturday, March 29 from 11am - 3pm (Rain date April 5)

The location will be the parking lot of 131 Main Restaurant in the
Blakeney Shopping Center in South Charlotte. 131 Main will be providing
lunch for all participants ($15 gift card).

131 Main
9886 Rea Road
Charlotte, NC 28277

This event will be a gathering/show to be enjoyed by both owners and
the general public. Visitors will have the opportunity to vote for
their favorites in a number of classes and awards will be presented to
the winners.

If you are an owner and interested in participating, please feel free
to contact me with your name and the following related to your vehicle -
year/model/exterior/interior. Registration is $15 per vehicle and can
be collected the day of the event.

kfielden@carolina.rr.com

We look forward to seeing you there!

Kevin Fielden
CAFE - Charlotte Area Ferrari Enthusiasts

[juniorbean]

South of Charlotte here, not far from Ballantyne. Just got the bike last week... looking forward to meeting up with you guys! :)

[R&D Guy]

Cool man...I'm grounded right now on the Ape...waiting on a new rear Power Pilot...Maybe we can all shoot for Mac's on the 12th...?

[T286]

Can't let NC/SC fall off the screen - the state line is one of my property lines so I sort of claim both

[R3dJok3r]

Didn't really take the time to read through the whole thread. Just wondering if there are any meet n greets or rides planned for the Charlotte and surrounding area?

I also on a weekly basis ride to Hickory (Gf lives there) and Greenville SC (School).

[moremeds17]

Hey everyone...Raleigh/Cary NC here. I know of two other aprilia riders in the area. I have a white and silver '09 RSVR. Let me know if anyone in the area wants to ride. I was also looking for advice on a good dealership in the area. The local one leaves something to be desired. (I walked in and asked for an initial service on a Mille and got asked "What's a millie?) Also you guys should check out NCSportbikes.com. There are a lot of nc area riders on there and since most of you seem to be around Charlotte there are several guys/gals on there that live in that area. My screename is the same on here/NCS/and RSVzone. So drop me a line if you all wanna ride.


-Mike

[yokohama]

Hey, I'm in Raleigh with a 2000.5 RSVR. Yeah Matison's is not even an Aprilia dealer any more and when they were they weren't any good. I get everything from AF1 and do it myself. I guess you may want to do the dealer thing since it is a new bike. I would like to ride sometime. Let me know.

[tireatr]

Hey folks, I'm in Stanley, NC 15 miles NW of downtown Charlotte. I own a 2003 Tuono. I ride in the mtns every weekend Spring,Summer, Fall, and the foothills in the winter. Would like to meet more Aprilia owners, maybe up at Macs this coming Tuesday night, Euro night. You can't miss me, I'm old and grey, on a red 2003 with a "unique" Harris pipe.

Ken

[R&D Guy]

Hey Ken, I'm down the street from you - I live in Huntersville. My brother and I usually make the trip to Mac's for Euro night. I have a red '03 as well, and my brother rides a copper '03 SV1000S. We will look for you next Tues. We usually get there about 1900 hrs or so...

PM'd you, too.

[R3dJok3r]

Tireatr/Ken and R&D Guy, Hey, I'm close to both you guys and been wanting to meet some other riders as well.

I actually frequent both Stanley and Huntersville on almost a weekley basis as I am in West Charlotte right near Belmont.

I've been wanting to go to Mac's but it seems theres always something else I have to do the one time Euro Night comes up.

I'm sure I'll be up and running by the next one.

R&D Guy, might have even talked to your brother as I use to ride an 06 SV1000S and talked on the SVRIDER forums all the time.

[schoolbusbob]

i have two Aprilia's Caponord and millie 03 in Belmont NC. Mac Speed shop on 2nd tues of the month has a good italian showing. BobL.

[R3dJok3r]

Hey there Bob, Im just a stones throw from you. I'm off Moores Chapel Road just past RiverView Inn.

Im going to try and make it to Mac's this coming time as well.

[tireatr]

Yo, Belmont riders, I'm over in Stanley and will try and be @ Mac's Oct 13th. I might just show up a week early on the 6th too. I have a red 2003 Tuoo with gold OZ wheels. Look forward to meeting some ape riders. R & D guy was going to try and make it too. We should have a good showing.

Ken

[jkenwort]

Hey R&D Guy and R3dJok3r -

Met you two at Macs tonight. Just wanted to drop you a line here. Let me know if you guys end up putting together an Italian and/or 'prilia ride at some point.

-John
------------------------
2001 Falco
2005 GS

[tireatr]

Hey R&D Guy and R3dJok3r -

Met you two at Macs tonight. Just wanted to drop you a line here. Let me know if you guys end up putting together an Italian and/or 'prilia ride at some point.

-John
------------------------
2001 Falco
2005 GS

John, Sorry I didn't get to meet you. It was good meeting Bert and R3djok3r (sorry I didn't get your name). I live over in Stanley and like to ride the foothills in the fall. If you keep an eye on the board, I'll see if I can lead a ride on one of the upcoming weekends.

Ken

[R3dJok3r]

To John, Bert, and Ken, It was really good meeting you 3 too. I'll be checking the board for any upcoming weekend rides as well.

Shane

[R3dJok3r]

Hey all NC/SC guys, I have my 6k service coming up quick. So far I've done everything myself but was wanting to get some warranty work done with the 6k service. Also get them to check on anything I don't have the tools to do.

Anyways, I want to hear some opinions on any local dealers. I'm in Charlotte and the closest guys are Interstate Cycle, and Mathews Fun Machines. So far, talking with both, I'm far from impressed if not even discouraged to take her to them. I'd be more than willing to ride further for good service.

So, any experience/opinions would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks,
Shane

Edit: Just did a Dealer search, I frequent greenville SC 3 times a week, and Touring Sport BMW is an Aprilia dealer, anybody have experience with them?

[T286]

Take it to Touringsport in Greenville

[R3dJok3r]

Take it to Touringsport in Greenville

Thanks for the reply, do you have any experience with them or what's your reason for suggesting to take it there?

[tireatr]

Shane,

Take it to Touring sport. Class act. Just had my 2nd service done there. They will allow you wait on some service, but ask you to leave it for others types, like Valve checks. The engine should be cold when checking valves etc.

Ken

[R3dJok3r]

Ken,

Thanks for the reply, that so far is two suggestions for Touring Sport. Seems like the way to go.

[T286]

Who's going to the MC Show in Greenville this weekend?

[R3dJok3r]

I was thinking about going, but it is mentioned elsewhere on these forums that there is no Aprilia showing or from other Italian manufactures.

I would still like to go but now it feels like the main draw is gone.

[FabianG]

IIR Ducati will have their usual boutique display and they will be showing the new Multistrada in Greenville this weekend.

[R3dJok3r]

Looking for the owner of a black 04? RSV I saw today in Belmont NC near Riverview Fish Camp, also saw same bike a few months ago a Tony's bar besides Riverview.

Anybody?

[bdawg]

This is a old ass thread... who here is actually an Aprilia owner still...LOL

I'm here from Spartanburg.

[R3dJok3r]

Theres a couple of us talking on NCSportbikes.com. Unfortunatly this thread is dead.

[T286]

Anybody know the date of the Italian Moto festival at 131 Main - Blakney?

[jasitebiter]

http://img697.imageshack.us/img697/1807/eek.gif (http://bcyouthweek.com/gallery/g/index.php) Wow thats seems really interesting. Thanks for sharing ...

[R&D Guy]

From Charlotte Area Ferrari Enthusiast's forum...

CAFE is proud to announce our next big event...

Fourth Annual "Motori Italiani" - A Celebration of Italian Motoring
Sponsored by 131 Main Restaurant

Ferrari, Lamborghini, Maserati, Specialty Car (Iso, De Tomaso, etc.),
Ducati, Vespa, Specialty Motorcycle (Aprilia, MV Agusta, Moto Guzzi,
etc.)

Saturday, March 20 from 11am - 3pm (Rain date March 27)

The location will be the parking lot of 131 Main Restaurant in the
Blakeney Shopping Center in South Charlotte. 131 Main will be providing
lunch for all participants ($15 gift card per registered vehicle).

131 Main
9886 Rea Road
Charlotte, NC 28277

This event will be a gathering/show to be enjoyed by both owners and
the general public. Visitors will have the opportunity to vote for
their favorites in a number of classes and awards will be presented to
the winners.

If you are an owner and interested in participating, please feel free
to contact me with your name and the following related to your vehicle -
year/make/model/exterior/interior. Registration is $15 per vehicle and can
be collected the day of the event.

kfielden@carolina.rr.com

We look forward to seeing you there!

Kevin Fielden
CAFE - Charlotte Area Ferrari Enthusiasts

[T286]

Thanks
see you there , if the creek doesn't rise

[bdawg]

Hey, put the word out I'm selling my Aprilia, see the BST section.

[FERKOV]

Anybody from Greenville in here ?????
Lets RIDE !!!!!!!!:peace:

[bdawg]

Just sold my Tuono, here in Spartanburg.. bought a Harley Deuce

[hooligan_CLT]

I'm in Charlotte and looking to get a Tuono! Hopefully I'll be officially added to the ranks by fall...

[tireatr]

I'm in Charlotte and looking to get a Tuono! Hopefully I'll be officially added to the ranks by fall...


Well there are plenty out there to be had. Give us a shout when you land one or need questions answered.

Ken
2003 Tuono
Stanley NC

[Templar]

I'm in Asheville NC and I should be on an RSV4R in 6 to 8 weeks.

[R3dJok3r]

I'm in Asheville NC and I should be on an RSV4R in 6 to 8 weeks.

Congratulations man, you'll love the bike. Jealous of you living up there by all the good roads.

Btw, a lot of us are going to get together for a Aprilia bike meet by your area, here's the thread on that.
http://www.apriliaforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=204081

Also, a lot of us in NC and SC are members of http://www.ncsportbikes.com/forums/index.php

[T286]

A thread from the past

Mar 27(Rain Apr 2) 2011

Motori Italiani South Charlotte

[ralphcor]

s/w charlotte here. know about the mountains, great day trips available for us.

years ago could get some speed fix in minutes from the place and not have to worry too much about cops etc. now the subdivisions have taken over and only place to break the speed limit is on the highways, and we all know that's no fun :pissed:

looking for some quick spin routes closer to home, anyone recommend some areas?

[tireatr]

I'm over in Stanley. Good roads in Lincoln and Gaston counties. Crowders mtn area is close for you too. Give me a shout if you ever want to do a ride after work. I am rarely ever home on the weekends March-Nov.

Ken

[T286]

Southern Union Cty & N Lancaster Cty 2ndary Rds can be curvy with occasion 90 degree off camber corners
Also further S. the roads around L.Waterie are fun

[NcRs50Rider]

North Carolina checking in.

[gearheadstu]

Center city Charlotte here.

[NcRs50Rider]

gear, we are neighbors! any mods done to your bike?

[gearheadstu]

High-mount Leos is pretty much it.

[NcRs50Rider]

Nice! Wheres the nearest aprilia dealer or equivalent near you?

[craigo298er]

Charleston, SC with the new '12 Tuono here but willing to travel for better roads!

[tireatr]

Well it's 4 hours to my little slice of heaven near Little Switzerland NC- Give a shout the next time you head up this way.

[craigo298er]

Well it's 4 hours to my little slice of heaven near Little Switzerland NC- Give a shout the next time you head up this way.
Will do!