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19/04/2010 - 16:04 Ronson london, UK

I`ve been hunting for a very long time to buy the perfect motorbike and see that in the gilera ferro can someone let me know where i can purchase this motorbike please

12/04/2009 - 21:14 Lorenzo , Be

There is great ones on ebay for 44€90. Search for "Béquille Aprilia NA 850 Mana/SL Shiver 750/Tuono 2" There is one thing: You have to cut a small piece of rubber from the front support to not push on the front ABS sensor when you lift it up. ps: I have a Schubert C3 and it fits in the trunk.

18/03/2009 - 10:40 PaulW London, UK

Does anyone use a paddock stand to help clean the chain etc ? And if so does anyone have a recommendation re a good one ?

17/03/2009 - 21:36 jb medicine hat, canada

my helmet is a shoei modular (L) and it fits,The visor has to face up.

17/03/2009 - 16:20 PaulW London, UK

Hi Jimmy I've got a Shoei and unfortunately that doesn't fit either i'm thinking of getting a rear paddock stand to help with cleaning/lunbricating the chain Anyone got one/recommend one ?

17/03/2009 - 16:18 PaulW London, UK

Jimmy - interesting news that Honda are developing some new CVT bikes. Apparently there was a big article on CVT/automatic bikes in the March edition of Bike magazine. I didn't see it but don't know if anyone has a copy ? Cheers Paul

16/03/2009 - 16:26 jb medicine hat, canada

make sure you have the visor facing up,I had the same problem

16/03/2009 - 10:15 jimmeyg warrington, UK

Tried to store helmet in tank bay on the Mana it would not fit ? does this mean i have a big head,apart bike running great,also not seen another on the road yet,or is it part of one being exclusive. cheers jimg

04/03/2009 - 11:19 jimmeyg warrington, UK

why has the site been stuck on 106 messages for last 6 months. cheers Lord of the Mana .

02/03/2009 - 11:16 jimmeyg warrington, UK

hi all does anyone do a sports type screen for a mana not the aprilia one that is the size of a barn door cheers jimg

23/02/2009 - 11:37 jimmeyg warrington, UK

Hi Paul i believe Honda are working on a new range of cruisers also most racing bike are semi auto or put another way when did you last buy a manuel telly. cheers jim

20/02/2009 - 13:28 PaulW London, UK

Will there ever be another Mana ??? Do you think the Mana is the start of a trend in bikes (i.e. CVT/Auto) or do you think it will be a one off ?

20/02/2009 - 11:07 jimmeyg warrington, UK

Hi All with deep shame i have to put my head on the block. The reason the Mana would not go ? i put diesel in it, Dickhead is two small a word, so i am back in love with the bike.cheers from the brain dead.

15/02/2009 - 19:10 J B MEDICINE HAT, UK

I've heard that Pyramid Plastics is bring out Manna fender ex. later this year

13/02/2009 - 11:35 jimmeyg warrington, UK

glad to read aprillia mana accessorys but why no fender exstender. cheers jim

11/02/2009 - 13:53 PaulW London, UK

Hi All Sorry haven't posted for a while. Quick question - how often are you supposed to clean the chain, and what do you use for it ? Also does anyone know how the Mana is selling - i.e. is it doing ok ? Finally, does anyone know if there are any plans to bring out (or does there exists) a sports type bike with the Mana style auto gearbox etc ? Think would be a great combination Cheers Paul

09/02/2009 - 11:00 jimmeyg warrington, UK

it is now 17 days since the bike was recovered and 11 days since part ordered am told it is on Back order,hope something happens this week cheers jim.

02/02/2009 - 10:50 jimmeyg warrington, UK

Mana now in main agent as the ecu has gone belly up keep hearing terrible reports on poor aprillia replacement parts service,so watch this space. cheers jim

30/01/2009 - 15:01 Ex-Tmax London, UK

Just had 6k service & fitted Dunlop Roadsmarts for better handling in the wet instead of the Qualifiers as I'm a year round commuter, not a racer! Handling greatly improved even while running in - well worth considering IMO. Very happy with bike though Aprilia screen a bit of a mixed blessing as creates more turbulence at head level (at motorway speeds).

28/01/2009 - 13:41 maxmoto_staff bury st edmunds, UK

If you guys haven't already noticed, there's a new page on Mana accessories - see the top of the News panel on the right of the screen.

28/01/2009 - 11:58 jimmeyg warrington, UK

is this site still LIVE. or am i the only remaining survivor, cheers lord Lucan.

26/01/2009 - 12:16 jimmeyg warrington, UK

me and my big mouth,marvelled at engineering and then it would not start. filled up with fuel and dash asks for 5 digit number which i have never had or used. coincedentally the same as long term test in mcn. any advice please. cheers jim

19/01/2009 - 15:35 jimmeyg warrington, UK

out on mana on sat,after every tripp i stand back and marvel at an engineering masterpiece,and that is after 28 bikes in 11 years,or put another way what cant speak cant lie cheers jim

12/01/2009 - 11:20 jimmeyg warrington, UK

Hi Steve i lost the use of my right arm through motercycle accident in 71 has many bikes now got a Mana,which is bang on. two cable remote throttle fitted to left bar,and a brake master cyl of a piaggio x9 500cc scoot this had linked brakes and thus the cappacity to easily work the twin front discs, also have used mastercyl of honda fireblade with remote resovire in past. no other probs just stick in auto mode and enjoy, any more info give me a shout. cheers jim.

10/01/2009 - 19:22 Eoin , Eire

Hi guys Anyone have any major problems with the Mana? One report said there were major oil leaks? As regards restriction Chris check out www.fiinternational.com they do restriction kits for most bikes. I'd appreciate your responses to my question cheers Eoin

10/01/2009 - 07:53 Steve Connolly Perth, Western Australia

Sorry John, don't have the use of my right arm, left arm ok, need to transfer to the left side, after bad motorcycle accident back in 74.

10/01/2009 - 07:51 Steve Connolly Perth, Western Australia

Hi John Richmond, I don't have the use of my left arm and have mostly ridden side cars. I want to get back on two wheels and the Mana seems to be the way to go. I need to do tha same as you and shift the throttle and hand brake to the left hand side. Has it worked well for you? Any complications with shifting to the various modes of transmission? Cheers, Steve.

05/01/2009 - 11:06 jimmeyg warrington, UK

Happy new year to the lords of the Mana, Blown my brains out trying to find a fenda exstenda, so i have bought a 'thin ' bucket and will make one today. Now for something silly ? where can one get a centre stand [ if it exists ] cheers Lord Lucan.

25/12/2008 - 01:54 jb medicine hat, canada

mery x-mas to all and ride safe in the new year

19/12/2008 - 11:39 jimmeyg warrington, UK

HAVE SEEN ONE MADE OUT OF A PIECE FROM A PLASTIC BUCKET ALSO A MODIFYED CAR MUDFLAP JUST DRILL MUDGAURD AND BOLT PICKED UP BIKE YESTERDAY SUFFICE TO SAY I AM LORD OF THE MANA. CHEERS JIMMEYg

17/12/2008 - 15:25 Farley Marsh London, UK

Anyone found a source for the fender extenders?

15/12/2008 - 12:28 Nexus500 , UK

The only people that I know of that do another type of screen is skidmarx. I have had the Aprilia one fitted and done almost 10000 miles on it now and it is very good, you get used to the look also :-)

15/12/2008 - 12:01 jimmeyg warrington, UK

Hi all, ? what has happened to Play Girl she used to be the Bard on this site with great enthusiasm, Hope she is ok.At long last after trawling through big scooters and jap bikes have finaly bought a Mana, got to say up cheshire way they are slow sell, poss ManaX could be the way forward. Anyone know where to obtain a sports sceen. cheers jimmeyG

02/12/2008 - 01:18 chris hamilton solihull, UK

hi i am looking at getting the aprilia mana but need a restriction kit as can only ride 33bhp. is it possible to get one?? if anyone can answer this then can you please email me at chris_hamilton2@hotmail.com chris

10/11/2008 - 22:46 John Halley Perth, Scotland

HI Uncle Bob & All thanks for the update on the screen Bob.I was intrested about you saying about your trips to France and Italy a group of us are thinking about a France trip next year so you might be able to give us some suggestions on some of the better runs there will speak nearer the time.The screen on the Mana GT looks in photo wise looks ok but the local dealer has no idea yet of price etc will keep all posted when I hear ok.Thats the bike of the road now until spring but will keep posted on the site.

09/11/2008 - 15:52 shannon demers ogdensburg, usa

hello, again. has anybody found a lowering kit for the mana yet? thanks

05/11/2008 - 21:12 uncle bob colchester, UK

Hi John, you're a lucky lad being so close to Skye and the west highlands. It's a hell of a long motorway ride (in the rain!!) from here in East Anglia. I am generally more tempted to head over the Channel to France and Italy with usually better weather and where bikers are not treated like 2nd class citizens. Maxmoto fitted an Aprilia screen to my Mana from new and it is worth the cost. I'm 6ft 3 and it keeps most of the windblast off on its highest setting. My bike was not recalled but it makes an interesting moo-ing noise after a run! I wonder if this is the tank pressure valve working ?

01/11/2008 - 20:40 John Halley Perth, Scotland

Hi All Mana owners bike had recall recently problem with breather valve into fuel tank 10 minute job not all manas being recalled only certain chassis nos.Just back from a 600 mile trip round isle of skye wonderful scenery and a great bike covered now 2000 miles not a blip smooth as ever.It rained as usual typical scottish weather most of the time and this bike certinly needs a screen for touring I wonder if the new GT model half-faired will fit with screen to the 2008 model and then there will be the price!!if anyone knows of even a fly scren that will fit please post on site.safe riding john

21/10/2008 - 22:58 Logic Kent, UK

for those who have fitted heated grips to the mana, what make/model grips did you use? and did you have to make any modifications to enable the heated grips to fit the handlebars?

15/10/2008 - 16:30 steve aylesbury, UK

Howard, glad to hear you're both healing.Mail me at steve.allen47@ntlworld.com and I'll try and send some pics of the belt drive. I am interested in your misty speedo..mine is the same but a tentative warranty enquiry got fobbed off...how did you get them to agree or was it damaged in the fall? A front guard extension stops the steaming, 'tho mine was not too bad, perhaps I extended it before I had been in the wet so much.

15/10/2008 - 11:21 howard crabtree halifax, UK

thanks for everybody,s concern,were both healing,although alot slower than we used to,no word on the bike yet.i like the look of the gt,improvments to suspension are good,not to bothered about abs though.i like the idea of belt drive,i,d like to see steve,s conversion.i,ve had a few harley,s with belt drive,definitley an improvment on a chain,a friends road king did 74000 miles on the original belt.must agree with everyone about the front mudguard i,ll be looking to extend mine when i get the bike back,when stopping in heavy rain the front of the bike gets engulfed in steam,does anybody else have that happen.i,m also having the speedo housing replaced due to steaming up.thats being done while the rest of the bikes is getting fixed.regarding alternative website,try af1 racing(i think that what its called)its american,lots of interesting stuff on it,thanks all again howard

13/10/2008 - 16:52 steve aylesbury, UK

Mana GT, you are right Uncle Bob, ABS & Remote adjustable rear shock,also manual adjustment to the screen and fork preload adjustment have been added. All sensible additions, although I can live without ABS, but I just wish they had addressed a few more issues eg mudguards, centre stand, heated grips....maybe in time. I have also fitted a front guard fender extender to protect the rad. I improved the forks by changing to 20w oil as I found them under damped and disliked the way they would rebound too quickly when letting the brakes off and tipping into a corner, they are now better but still room for improvement. the price you pay with a budget set of forks.

12/10/2008 - 20:46 uncle bob colchester, UK

Have just had a further look at the pics of the new Mana Gt.As well as the fairing and ABS it looks to have a new rear suspension unit. Their is a black knurled adjustment knob (behind the parking brake) and the shock does not appear to have the click adjustment ring.

12/10/2008 - 20:26 uncle bob colchester, UK

Steve, The pics of the Mana GT show 'ABS' on the front mudguard as well as the fairing which I agree looks good. I too have fitted a Skidmarx hugger and you are dead right it only helps a bit. I bought a pair of rubber mud flaps at the local motor spares shop (£5.99) and cut one to shape and fitted it to the front m/guard with 3X 3mm nuts and bolts in about 15mins. It looks fine and certainly protects the radiator which was my main concern.

07/10/2008 - 12:37 Nexus 500 , UK

Really sorry to hear your news Howards, at least your both alive. I agree one shold never cut corners on bike apparel. Hope you both get better soon.

05/10/2008 - 00:36 J.B. Medicine Hat, canada

Howard that should read canada

05/10/2008 - 00:35 J.B. Medicine Hat, UK

howard after my acc. it took the dealer about 1 month to get all the part #'s and prices $9908.22

04/10/2008 - 23:26 shannon demers ogdensburg, usa

hello, i just got my mana 850 recently. i love it, but a little tall. i have had my seat shaved about 2 inches, but still a little tall. i am only 5 feet. does anybody know if a lowering kit is available for it and where can i get one? thanks

04/10/2008 - 12:14 howard crabtree halifax, UK

my,screen turned up after aprox 2 weeks,brilliant piece of kit,fits straight on and looks like it belongs,fitted it on sunday and at 5am monday morning set of for the 10.30am cairnrian to larne ferry,screen was perfect cruising at motorway speeds and slightly above,had a great 5 days touring n.i.nice people,good roads,cold guiness,i,lldefinitley go again,hopfully a couple of weeks next time.called in at colleraine motorcycles,he had 2 mana,s in stock and said he,d sold 1 as well.had a good ride back until i was about 10 miles from home when i hit a sheep,i,ve got a broken arm and leg my partner got the footrest in the back of her calf and will need physio to get it working again when it all heels up.the bike has over £2000 damage,there not sure on price as aprilia have not listed all part nos and prices for the mana yet.carole nash wouldn,t fix the bike at there own repair centre because of problems getting aprilia parts.still i arn,t going to be able to ride it for a while yet.got to say tho it must be the best all round bike ive had in nearly 40 years of biking.ps i think our injuries would have been a lot worse if we hadn,t been wearing top quality gear.pps my new screen got smashed as well

24/09/2008 - 16:11 Nexus500 Basildon, UK

Had the 6000 mile service done last weekend, apart from a few foibles it has been an excellent machine. Still very pleased with it and hope it goes for many years to come. One thing though, I have yet to see another Mana rider on the road, we certaintly are few and far between !

19/09/2008 - 21:48 uncle bob colchester, UK

Has anyone yet found a front mudguard extension to fit the Mana? Have just had a few days touring in West Wales where it has not stopped raining for most of the summer. Every minor road is a sea of mud and the radiator and front cylinder all but disappeared! Have now done nearly 3K miles and the Mana has never missed a beat, has used no oil and is a joy to ride- so smoooth! Does anyone know of any other Mana chat room?

07/09/2008 - 20:19 J.B MEDICINE HAT, CANADA

Hi Shannon I also have a mana and have been trying to gat a lower seat.Could you please send a picture of your bike to me so I can show them it can be done. joffmarg@shaw.ca Thanks in advance joff

07/09/2008 - 20:07 shannon demers ogdensburg, usa

YES!! I finally got it!! my very own 2009 Mana 850!! love it!! iam the only one around here to have one. i had a special seat made for it as i am only 5 feet tall. my last bike was a 250cc automatic and tha mana kicks its butt! keep riding everyone!!shan

03/09/2008 - 20:50 uncle bob colchester, UK

Have just read this weeks MCN. They have fitted Ascerbis hand guards to their long term test mana and have found as I did, last week, that the fitting kit supplied does not actually go into the mana h/bar ends. The guards can be fitted by simply using the original bar end weight retaining bolts. These items do keep the wind blast off delicate fingers!

30/08/2008 - 11:28 howard crabtree halifax, UK

hi,just got 1100miles on my mana and enjoyed virtualy everyone of them,apart from the throw overs catching fire on the way to the southern 100,new no.plate holder and indicator turned up after about 2 weeks,still waiting for rear light.i ordered the screen 10 days ago,still waiting for delivery.the spares position for a worldwide co seems pretty poor,still love the bike though,regards howard

24/08/2008 - 22:54 John Halley Perth, Scotland

Having now covered over 800 miles on the Mana in Red by the way it is a marvellous piece of kit having sold my 600 Fazer for it it looks good performs well and is a hoot around our glorious scottish highland roads.Just got new top box in red (GIVI) from Motorbikes and Parts 0845 4667035 for Mana

24/08/2008 - 18:28 uncle bob colchester, UK

now done 1400 mls on my mana and am getting 58 miles to the gallon. some folk think the fuel (mpg) readouts on the computer are not accurate but in fact it shows readings in US gallons which are roughly 3/4 of UK gallons! only moan so far is the weedy rear brake but it is slowly bedding in and getting a bit better.

20/08/2008 - 06:50 Terrance Kloeckl Los Altos, USA

Was having quite a bit of fun on my 9-mile drive to work through Silicon Valley until the service light and SERVICE message came on at 500 miles - dealer was not able to disable at first service, second visit (did some shopping) or third visit (returned items from second visit). Light and SERVICE message continues to appear with each ride - dealer is investigating with Aprilia Tech Service USA. Then, I started losing power at take off, stalling at slow speed, and rough idle. Mana is in the garage and I'm driving the minivan... argh!

13/08/2008 - 18:09 J.B. Medicine Hat, canada

Just put 5500k on my mana 850 took awhile to get comfortable on the seat but ran great the whole trip,stock tyres look good for another 4 to 5000k. Does anyboby know if they have come out with the lower seat yet

06/08/2008 - 17:59 Rocketscientist123 Brussels, Belgium

Just got back from 3000km trip to Southern France and back: greta bike for touring on! No problems apart from nasty handlebar vibrations after the shop fitted heated grips to the bike at the 1st service (so much so that my right thumb was going numb after 30mins). Definitely going to sort that out, as the vibes were no problem before. G

20/07/2008 - 17:46 MrAustria Vienna, Austria

@ Robert: I have heared that not a Mana 1200, but a Shiver 1200 is going to come out. But I am still hoping for a stronger Mana as well.

20/07/2008 - 05:15 Robert Munslow Goolwa, Australia

Any one any Info on Mana 1200

17/07/2008 - 10:41 jim grace warrington, UK

hi everyone up north not seen a mana on the road yet taking of slowly. Not seen any info from playgirl hope she is ok, the site is not the same witout her.Prehaps she has gone around the world on the Mana, which apparently means HAND in Italian. Cheers Jim.

15/07/2008 - 18:18 MrAustria Vienna, Austria

Hello! For all of you who do not want to fit a permanent rack to the mana (like me): Givi T439N and Givi T438N look VERY good on the black Mana!! Greetings from Austria, MrA

14/07/2008 - 14:25 Nexus500 , UK

The issue was that the oil needed toping up !!!! The levels were fine, infact they were between and half and full on the sight glass, but the dealer topped it up with 1/3 litre and the problem went away. They even changed the oil sender unit. So for Mana owners it looks like the Mana is sensitive to oil levels just below the max.

10/07/2008 - 17:14 Nexus500 , UK

I now get the oil light coming on intermittently when its first starts, its going in on Saturday to he dealer.

10/07/2008 - 15:10 Rocketscientist123 Brussels, Belgium

the skidmarx hugger looks nice (have ordered one), but the 2 screens that they sent photos of: a large custom made screen (looks OK but a little big for what i want), and a smaller screen (really fugly, and a generic design). I am looking for a flyscreen, so might buy a miniscreen from highriders.co.uk, and see if i can get the old charlie to help me with mounting brackets. Just done my 1000kms for 1st service: off to southern France next week for 2 weeks touring. G

05/07/2008 - 23:18 Lorenzo , Belgium

Screen and Hugger from Skidmarx: londonbikers.com/news/8943/aprilia-mana-screen-and-hugger-from-skidmarx

04/07/2008 - 12:37 MrAustria Vienna, Austria

brrr ... these skidmarx screens look extremely ugly ... italian designers seem to be needed for the mana!

04/07/2008 - 09:53 Nexus500 , UK

Paul W posted a while ago that he had his oil light coming on but not sure under what conditions. Mine is now doing the same, get the red light then the oil symbol in the display for about 2 secs. But it ONLY does it if you accelerate hard from a standstill. I havent been able to replicate it when you accelerate from say 30 mph onwards. Have spoken to the dealer and I have been asked to call back tomorrow to speak to someone who deals specifically with warranty and recall issues. But suspect they may want to have it in. Just wondered if anyone else has seen this, or if you have a straight piece of empty road give it a go, but glance at the display and see if at about 40 mph you see the light or display icon as its doesnt appear for very long ! and I get it even when the bike is fully warmed up after say almost an hour of riding so not an issue of it being cold.

04/07/2008 - 09:47 Nexus500 , UK

Yes sorry its Skidmarx. They dont seem to have updated their site yet but got an email from them with some pics of the rear hugger, and I know they have 2 types of screens. Go to their website and call them for more details. The GRP version is 79.99 and the carbon fibre one £130.

03/07/2008 - 21:15 Simon, Chesterfield, UK , UK

Nexus, do you mean Skidmarz.co.uk? _ I 've looked on their website, no references to the Mana

03/07/2008 - 02:44 J.B medicine hat, canada

Hi Nexus 500 Does Skirmar have a web site Thanks jb

01/07/2008 - 10:12 Nexus500 , UK

Skirmar here in the UK have now released a rear hugger and 2 screens, but curently no front hugger mudguard exterder..

30/06/2008 - 01:58 shannon demers ogdensburg, usa

hello, does anybody know if a lowering kit can be put on this? or can the suspesion be lowered? to make the seat lower? thanks shannon

27/06/2008 - 19:49 joff medicine hat, canada

Hi Jules the manufactures of the Mana must have small heads as there is no way in h_ _l that my full face helmet will fit in the storage compartment.I can fit it in the side box but thats no good if travelling will the wife. Aug will be doing a 6000mile trip.(wife won't go on this one)A 300k trip found a few oil leaks so in shop being repaired J B

26/06/2008 - 23:31 Lorenzo , Belgium

Hello everybody I've order mine in January 08 and still waiting... (I've order the abs version) I've just received a mail from Aprilia Italy, saying that the abs will be in Belgium at the end of the year :-(

22/06/2008 - 15:44 Jules Northampton, UK

Hi Joffre - congrats on getting the 1st mana in Canada! Accessories are a real pain - I ordered my side boxes at end of March and still waiting! Waiting for them to come before I put in order for top box & rack - so could be 2010 before I get full set of luggage - however, am still loving the bike!!

22/06/2008 - 02:30 Joffre Barlow Medicine Hat, Canada

just received my 2009 mana 850 june 20/08 (they tell me it is the 1st. in this country)my only complaint is the acces. like the windscreen and lower seat take so long to get here. Top & side boxes arr. before bike, bracket for top box is a separate order could be in anytime in the next 6 months. Other than that its a great bike.Will know more after break in

17/06/2008 - 09:36 Simon , Chesterfield, UK

Does anyone know if ABS wil/can be fitted to the Mana?

16/06/2008 - 13:46 Paul W London, UK

Thanks very much Nexus. Thanksfully my oil light is not coming on any more

06/06/2008 - 14:19 Nexus500 , UK

I too also heard about every week for the chain lube. You need to make sure that the lube is firendly towards O-ring type chains. The Castrol Chain Wax i bought in halfords says on the back it can be used on these types of chains. My small experience so far of petrol consumption is thaat I will do about 130 to 140 miles before the light comes on. Then I have about 3 Litres left, so probably safe to do about another 20 miles, still plenty of time to find a petrol station. I dont think your oil light should come on at all like that, mine doesnt. get it checked out by the dealer. i nearly bought a bike from that dealer near liverpool st, but got an exdemo from on-yerbike in Aylesbury who were very good, even when the bike would not start they picked it up from a local dealer and then delivered it back to me, a round trip of 150 miles. Turns out it was a dodgy connection to the starter motor which is right underneath the middle of the bike. The symptom was just a click from a relay when I hit the starter button. The shiver apparently has the starter motor right up front, so probably even worse unless you have a front mud guard extender.

05/06/2008 - 17:05 Jules Northampton, UK

Thanks, Paul - that seems pretty straight forward! Jules

05/06/2008 - 13:40 Paul W East Barnet, UK

Thanks v much Petar

05/06/2008 - 13:15 Paul W East Barnet, UK

Hi Does anyone know how many miles you've still got left after the petrol light comes on ?

05/06/2008 - 12:18 Petar50 Chesterfield, UK

Any pictures of the Mana with half-fairing out there?

05/06/2008 - 12:17 Petar50 Chesterfield, UK

Fuel Reserve is 3.3 Litres You can obtain (free) the full maintenance manual for the Mana from the Aprilia.com website. Click on booklets then click on Mana and Uk-NL you can then safe as a PDF on your PC

05/06/2008 - 10:30 Paul W East Barnet, UK

Hi Does anyone know how many miles you've still got left after the petrol light comes on ?

05/06/2008 - 10:29 Paul W East Barnet, UK

Hi Jules - thanks for your message. I just talked to Fahmi at The Aprilia Centre (nr Liverpool St station) where I got the bike (they're great by the way). He said that the only thing that needs to be done is to lube the chain once a week if possible in order to prolong its life. Apparently after that all you need to do is the regular services as per the maintenance book or if the service light comes up on the display. Hope that helps !

04/06/2008 - 17:36 Jules Northampton, UK

Hi Paul - being another ex- scooterite I am in the dark about chain lube etc - The service book says regularly - but how often is that? I know it probably depends on conditions/use etc but should it be roughly once a week or once a month?? Perhaps someone will let us know. By the way, my oil light doesn't do that! Regards Jules

04/06/2008 - 16:51 Paul W East Barnet, UK

Sorry another question... when I start my mana in the morning.. the oil light comes on intermitteny for the first two or three minutes before going off. Does anyone else have this too ?

04/06/2008 - 15:18 Paul W East Barnet, UK

Thanks Nexus How often do you do that ?

03/06/2008 - 23:44 Nexus500 , UK

I too have only come from scooters and i guess the main one is chain lubrication and tension. I bought some chain wax from halfords that was friendly to the I-ring type of chain that the mana appears do have.

01/06/2008 - 23:27 Paul W North London North London, UK

I recently took delivery of my mana and am loving it. However, before the mana I've only ever owned scooters, and basically the only ever maintenance that was done on the scooters was at service time. Howevevr, I was wondering what kind of regulary/weekly maintenance needs to be done on the mana. I know what it says in the manual, but do people really do that ? Thanks in advance

27/05/2008 - 07:38 dazzarilla accrington, UK

Re: Jim Grace I returned mine and swapped for the Shiver as I was having vibration issues. I think they all have a little bit of it. Even the Aprilia rep said its a characteristic of the bike. I could not live with it. Rest of bike is top and well worth it, I enjoyed it. Ordered the luggage but that still hasnt showed up after 2 months.

27/05/2008 - 01:07 nexus500 , UK

forgot to say cent that I do indeed use my bikes all year round. I only miss a day if its snowy, heavy frost or gale winds, which last year only added up to about 3 days, so my bike/scoots see all manner of conditions.

27/05/2008 - 01:03 nexus500 , UK

cent, I don't honestly think the fairing will do anything except protect the bike. You will get the protection you need from the screen. I'm still waiting for this and the aprilia lugage to arrive which I will fit myself when it arrived. Steve, what heated grips and hand guards did you fit ? Piccies would be nice if you get time at markg@waxcomms.com Sounds like you get pretty good consumption, did you find your consumption went down the more miles you did, mines only just got over 1000 miles now so I guess the engine is still running in even though the initial 600 is done.

26/05/2008 - 10:20 MrAustria Vienna, Austria

hello steve! have you got any photos of your mana that you could send my by e-mail (misteraustria@gmx.at)? i would like to see how the aprilia screen looks like "in reality". THANK YOU, mraustria

25/05/2008 - 20:00 steve aylesbury, UK

Sorry, forgot to say that I use Touring 90% of the time, just the occassional Sport when the red mist of competition beckons...usually someone with a hyper sportsbike but little ability...why don't they have a bike they can get the best out of instead of 100 horses more than they can handle! Just occassionally I slip it into manual to see the rev lights go through their sequence, but I get bored with that quite quickly. As regards riding in town, have you tried downshifting whilst in auto touring? A touch on button or foot drops it a gear...good for steep gradients etc....but you have to shift up again to re-engage auto. Personally I find it good in town in auto, but I am not in heavy city traffic.Rain mode keeps the revs up but power is much less, Sport I find very on/off in traffic...best avoided.

25/05/2008 - 19:48 steve aylesbury, UK

Nexus Do not believe your Italian computer mpg...if it is like my Guzzi Breva 110 and now the Mana it is 15 to 20% out, I kid you not...check consumption by keeping a "fill to fill" log of miles and fuel. That is where my averages come from. I get 140/150 miles on my local running before the reserve light comes on, on holiday that went up to 170/180 and I then need between 12 and 13.5 litres to fill. Cent I have the Aprilia screen which I find to be very good weather and wind protection(much better than before I got it) cross winds etc are no problem. I have also fitted hand guards and heated grips which combat my poor circulation and keep my hands warm. I hope this helps, Steve

25/05/2008 - 12:09 Cent Eccles manchester, UK

Nexus i note you say you do 65 miles a day commute, do you intend to use it all year round? and i would be interested to know how it fairs on open roads and motorways in wet windy & weather. I dont know wether to go for one, or wait for the one to come out with fairing

25/05/2008 - 08:37 nexus500 , UK

I would agree with all your comments Steve. Got my exdemo mana with just over 700 miles on it. Have done 300 miles myself now as my commute is about 65 miles return. On the dash it says average about 43 mpg, so you seem to be getting quite a bit more. What distance on average to you get between fill ups ? I think its turning out to be thirstier than I expected. What transmission mode do you mainly use ? I find in sports gear you can get better miles around town as you can get up the gears quicker and stay there as opposed to auto touring mode which holds the revs higher.

24/05/2008 - 18:55 petar50 , UK

Anyone seen any pictures of the Mana with half-fairing? or heard any news

24/05/2008 - 17:06 steve aylesbury, UK

Re. vibration, I have now done 3600 miles on my mana (since 8 march)including some boring motorways and have only noticed vibes through the footrests at around 80 on motorway type riding or when "playing" in manual mode at slightly lower speeds on fun roads....it is not a problem. overall I am very pleased with the Mana and as MCN said it is a brilliant bike, my complaints are only that they styled it for a younger rider,rather than a 60 year old ex roadracer looking for sensible exhilerating ride. I would like to see far better protection from the mudguards, a centre stand and the belt drive that the prototypes had. My own belt drive conversion should be on the road by the end of next week....no more chain oiling for me. On a 1700 mile holiday in Cumbria and the lakes last week it averaged 61 mpg and was just brilliant up the lake district "passes" but watch out for the freewheel cutting in at 8 to 10 mph on the way down! Keep the brake covered or better still add a bit of power and hold it back on the rear brake seemed to keep it engaged in gear to a slower speed. Bye for now.

24/05/2008 - 07:19 Nexus500 , UK

I have not had any problems. The vibes I can feel are mainly through the foot pegs, buy nothing much through the bars. However I came from a nexus which is a single, so most things will feel smooth compared to that. On certain gears at higher speeds you can feel it more, but you would have to have it in either sport mode or manual mode in a low gear number. I can honestly say its not a problem and I have done 40 or so continuous minutes at motorway speeds.

23/05/2008 - 11:42 jim grace warrington, UK

have heard of Mana being returned/ exchanged for a schiver due to vibration problems > any info available

23/05/2008 - 11:40 jim grace warrington, UK

you can make a fender extender by cutting up a plastic bucket it is shaped and works well as whitnessed on an 800 vfr and 2008 deuvile

22/05/2008 - 14:28 Nexus500 , UK

I too emailed Skidmarx yesterday and got an email back saying that they have now just received a Mana and to email them in 2 to 3 weeks to see what they have available.

20/05/2008 - 10:46 Nexus500 , UK

Picked up my mana yesterday and have now done about 100 miles on it. Amazing bike, very easy to ride, comfortable, powerfull, and sounds great with tha V-twin burbling away. Just wondered and I guess this is aimed at Play Girl, what model bike was the front mud guard extender made for that fits on the mana. Went into Hein Gericke on the way home and they didnt have anything in stock, but said if I could come up with the model bike that fitted the Mana they could order for me.

18/05/2008 - 10:25 nexus500 , UK

hoping to go via hein gericke on the way home to pick up an extended to the front mud guard. Does anyone know what model fits it ?

12/05/2008 - 16:00 Nexus500 , UK

Well finally managed to sort out a deal and pickup my Ex-demo mana on Monday next week. Got a great deal which included the screen and Aprilia rear box and rack. Booking a day off work to go and pick it up, now I have to sell my Nexus.

08/05/2008 - 15:44 Jules Northampton, UK

Hi! I emailed SkidMarx to see how they are getting on with the screen - so far they haven't got the Mana to play about with, but suggested I try them again at the end of May. Mr Austria, I'd think that when they do get a screen ready it would be available to buy online,so you should have no problem getting one. Regards

08/05/2008 - 11:17 Nexus500 , UK

Hi playgirl, hopefully about to do a deal on a Mana, and wondered what exactly you purchased from Hein Gericke to extend the front mud guard ?? I have a Hein Gericke shop near me and one of the thigns I'd like to do first is extend the mud guard.

03/05/2008 - 00:21 Cent Eccles, Manchester, UK

Hi Guys, there has been a mention of a Mana with fairing, indeed this site refers to it as the Mana S, and it mentioned that it would appear April this year! as yet i have seen nothing to suggest that this is the case, and there is no mention of it on the Aprillia web site. Has any one seen a picture of this model? or are there any links which confirm that there will be a faired version of the mana, so far i have searched the web and found nothing on this bike, so if any one has a link to information regarding the Mana S i would appreciate it. I am mainly interested in a faired version since i am looking to use it to travell 50 miles a day on it, in all types of weather, i am not sure wether the naked version would be up to the viguors of the British weather especailly in winter!

29/04/2008 - 20:10 Jules Northampton, UK

Thanks, Play Girl - will wait for developments on the screen! Regards, Jules

29/04/2008 - 14:24 Petar50 , UK

Anyone seen pictures of the Mana with half-fairing?

29/04/2008 - 08:57 MrAustria Vienna, Austria

I have got my black Mana for about 4 weeks now and love it even more from day to day! ;) My question to Play Girl: Will this screen from SkidMarx be available outside the UK as well? Do you know anything about that? Regards, MrA

28/04/2008 - 22:14 Nexus500 , UK

I went away for the weekend with some friends on our bikes for 4 days and travelled across from Dover to Sandbanks over 4 days. Searched only and found and Aprilia Dealer in Romsey Southampton and the guys there very kindly let me have a test drive. It was only for 10 mins as we caught them as they were closing, but what little time I did have with it, it left me wanting for more. Initial reactions was the driving position was more leaning forward, not a problem but something to get used to, and the power differential and smoothness of the motor. Hopefully I will be able to swap the Nexus for the Mana in a few months time.

28/04/2008 - 19:50 Play Girl Poole, UK

Hi Jules, no real news on the screen as yet. Apparently my dealer has lent SkidMarx a Mana for three weeks so that they can play around with it and make a Mana specific screen. They have, I believe, put two or three styles together , but I have yet to see them . They are also working on the fender extenders,(this is where Hein Gericke gets them ). Regards Play Girl.

28/04/2008 - 17:05 Jules Northampton, UK

Hi Playgirl - any news on the screen yet? Regards Jules

28/04/2008 - 13:45 steve aylesbury, UK

I was chatting to an Aprilia chap at On Yer Bikes "Do" yesterday, apparently the prototyes were Belt Drive...so I am not off the wall on my conversion to belt idea (see earlier message) They decided that chain was what the market wanted(or the market they wanted) and as it uses mainly existing parts it was also cheaper. For those interested in heated grips..fuse B serves Low/High Beam and Heated grips, but there is no spare feed lying around waiting for you to connect to, you have to splice into the output side of fuse B..I have yet to do it so don't ask me how.

27/04/2008 - 20:55 john richmond Biggar, UK

Picked up my new Mana on Friday - had the throttle and front brake changed over to the left hand bars due to an accident 5 years ago - brilliant modern machine. I think my trike will take a back seat now, it's just grat to get back on 2 wheels again after a 5 year absence.

22/04/2008 - 19:43 petar50 , UK

Sorry forgot to ask about half-fairing for the Mana, any pictures or updates of release dates?

22/04/2008 - 19:40 petar50 , UK

Hi, anyone in Mana land managed to negiotate full set of panniers and a sreen when they purchased their new MANA? if so. who was the dealer?

22/04/2008 - 18:54 steve aylesbury, UK

nexus500 To answer your questions: Belt drive is a diy project, which I will report on in time after it is done. I bought the Mana specific screen, to save the hassle of bodging on an after market one, it fits neatly, expensive at £195!! but very good. I found that the lack of an effective rear mudguard resulted in spray coming over my head and back onto my visor, so a rear extension has been "lashed" on for the moment until Aprilia get sensible and offer a pucka one.

22/04/2008 - 12:17 petar50 , UK

Thanks Nexus 500 for speedy reply, useful tip

22/04/2008 - 11:30 Nexus500 , UK

I'm guessing they dont have official ones, but you should be able to fit the oxford ones on the bike. If buying new I'm sure could be part of negotiations of purchase :-)

22/04/2008 - 10:20 petar50 , UK

Does anyone know if you can get heated grips for the MANA?

22/04/2008 - 10:11 Nexus500 , UK

Thanks steve for your comments. Real world experience is always the best type for people like myself trying to make an informed decision on a very new bike. I hear from other users here that a front mud guard extender is a must. Interesting thoughts on your belt conversion. Is this something that you buy commercially, or just a DIY project of yours ? The MPG seems pretty good over 1400 miles, on my Nexus I get around 60mpg, which is pretty much what is indicated on the computer, my 15 Litre tank takes me 190 miles with a 1.5 litres left. The Mana has about 16 litres I believe so I'm guessing that the Mana treated with respect as I do my Nexus should give me the same distance which is 3 days worth of commuting. For me the musts would be a screen (did you get the official one), rear top box ( i wonder if the aprilai rack includes the kit for the side boxes) and front mud guard extender which i could get most places. I think playgirl mentioned Hein Gericke did one that fitted, and I have a shop not too far from me.

21/04/2008 - 20:39 steve aylesbury, UK

I've been watching the message board for a time and thought I should add a bit. I have had my Mana for 6 weeks/1400mls and overall I like it a lot. I have a few issues:front & rear mudguards are useless...but look good, I await details of the "mudguard" listed in the dealer info booklet there is a rubber sealing strip under the rear that implies something was designed to seal to it! a front fender extender(bmw k100 fits reasonably) has reduced muck throw up: forks lack damping...improved by changing from 5w to 20w fork oil :I have made a "dummy" rear seat fitted with my Givi rack to enable a topbox to mount on the pillion....far better than hung out the back and available now :The engine was so obviously designed for belt final drive...you can remove the chain without taking the wheel or swing arm out!!...so I am currently making a belt drive system..no chain oiling, I guess it was a step too far for Aprilia having gone way off the beat with the cvt : The screen is good wish I had had it 6 weeks ago instead of having to wait until last friday: Tank bag? if the built in one is not enough add a tail pack! :There is a bit more vibration circa 70 in Sport auto that evens out at higher speed, which is not there in touring..manual fun but why bother (I don't use it on my 650 burgman either)just sail along on the torque :Helmet tank is brilliant: 51mpg average(real fuel not per computer thingy which shows 44.3)over total mileage to date; Performance about the same as my old SV650 maybe a tad better. Overall very good very pleased. I hope this helps would be or even current owners. I am not sorry to have sold my Breva 1100 to get the Mana.

21/04/2008 - 10:51 Nexus500 , UK

Thanks Playgirl, just what I wanted to see, nice long intervals, which is important to me as I generally do about 15,000 miles a year on commuting. Hope to get a Demo booked the weekend after next.

20/04/2008 - 18:36 Play Girll Poole, UK

Hi Nexus 500 !! The service intervals are at about 6000 miles, the belt does have to be changed at approx 12000 miles but the bike will tell you when it needs doing and the seat is all in one piece (hinged ) and therefore cannot be adjusted. As for deals on price , the price is set by Aprilia but does vary by a few hundred pounds up and down the country. Dealers make their own rules about discounts, most choosing not to take off anything unless the bike is not selling well, which of course it is. You could wait for the price to go down but could wait a long while. In my experience the price usually goes up !! Hope this helps, regards Play Girl.

20/04/2008 - 09:32 nexus500 , UK

thanks playgirl, but I don't have a mana yet hence the question. Trying to find out likely cost of ownership. Went to a dealer in the city, will hopefully get a test drive in a couple of weeks time. Another question which I thought of after I sat on it in the showroom was, is the seat rest adjustable, or is the step between the main seat and pillion seat not adjustable. Also have any of you owners got any good deals on your bikes. The dealer I spoke to was not so willing to negotiate on the bike price so much as accesories. I know the bike is still very new so better deals likely to be had when its been out a while.

19/04/2008 - 12:26 Play Girll Poole, UK

Dazz, take your bike back to your dealer it may be set up wrongly for your weight. A small adjustment is all that's needed. Your dealer will be able to sort it out for you . No need to give up yet !! I , personally have not experienced your problem, and find my bike very smooth at any speed. You could also try some different grips. The spongy, rubber type are designed to help cut down vibration felt in the handlebars. Your best bet is your dealer though. Hope this helps. Regards Play Girl.

19/04/2008 - 00:20 dazzarilla accrington, UK

Could some one please travel for 20 minutes at 70 mph and tell me if they get a numb or experience high freq vibration at the handle bars or foot pegs. Please please as this could save me geting rid of my Mana. Daz

18/04/2008 - 18:41 Play Girll Poole, UK

HI Nexus 500, all that information is in the manual that came with your Mana. Regards Play Girl.

15/04/2008 - 14:48 Nexus500 , UK

For you Mana owners out there what is the service interval and how often as its a CVT does the belt get replaced..

14/04/2008 - 10:25 MrAustria Vienna, Austria

Hello! Which racks do you use for your Manas? And do you know any tank bag that can be used with the Mana? Thank you, MrA

10/04/2008 - 16:48 Ex-Tmax London, UK

Hi Nexus500. I'd had the Tmax for over 5 years and 23k miles. It was a great bike, but I really fancied a change to something more like a motorbike, otherwise I'd have probably looked more closely at the Gilera GP800 or the new Tmax. I don't think the stability issue is a big one around town, though I suspect it would be on a motorway. Performance and stopping power are just so much better on the Mana (as you'd hope)&, for me, the riding position feels more comfortable. The only negative is the sidestand - a bit of a pain when faced with a tight space in a parking bay. Still, nothing's perfect!

10/04/2008 - 13:59 Nexus500 Basildon, UK

Thanks EX-Tmax for that. I used to work in Hammersmith, but now based in the West End. There is an Aprilia Dealer round the corner from Liverpool St so might give them a call. What made you chop in the T-Max for the Mana ? Have you found the ride much difference in terms of stability, I know the T-Max is pretty good, but those 17" wheels have to count for somehing. now if they only did 0% interest like on the Shiver !!

10/04/2008 - 12:57 Ex-Tmax London, UK

Hi Nexus500. I got my Mana in Hammersmith so a long way from you. I gather the rack for the top box is due soon (!); I'm coping without, but I'm sure ex scooter riders/commuters will want it. Getting used to the rear brake position now, but haven't really tried the manual gear changes as I'm in heavy traffic all the time.I just leave it in "Touring" which is very smooth & responsive. General impressions remain very favourable, the engine's great and the riding position's extremely comfortable. I reckon I'm now filtering through traffic jams as easily as I could on the Tmax, though it's no Vespa!

09/04/2008 - 20:25 Play Girl Poole, UK

Hi Jim , nice to hear from you !! Yes , I have had to get some 'extenders' for the front mudguard, got mine in Hein Gericke. Living in the country there is quite a lot of muck on the roads and the radiator was needing a good clean off every time I used the bike. The problem was solved with the extender. The bike is going brilliantly, and I've been stopped more than a few times by other bikers wanting to have a look and a chat. They mostly say the same thing.....'Isn't it heavy ?' 'It's better looking than I thought it would be' , and several 'Wows !!'One guy even asked me if I would like to swap it for his bike. I don't intend giving this bike up ,I love it and so far haven't ridden any of my other bikes since having it back from the dealers. Speak to you again Jim, regards Play Girl.

09/04/2008 - 18:06 paul , UK

Southern cross in Kilburn and Wheelpower in Raynes Park, South West London both have a demo model as does Inmoto in Croydon.

09/04/2008 - 13:55 Nexus500 Basildon, UK

Just out of ineterest Ex-Tmax, which dealer in London did you use and how did you find them, did they have a demo. I think in essex their is only one Aprilia Dealer somewhere near rayleigh so looking for a good dealer and support if I'm going to shell out £6K.

09/04/2008 - 13:48 chill Bucharest, Romania

Sorry all for not saing anything, but my mana arrived last thursday... Owning in the past a maxi and a motorcycle I can only say one thing: Mana really combines the pleasure of riding a motorcycle with the practicality of a maxiscooter! it sounds like in the add but this is how things are! a woderfull filling of power and a lot of storage place. I wonder when the rest of the accessories will be out on the market as I really feel after 120 km/h that the wind is blowing me off the Mana..

09/04/2008 - 13:18 Nexus500 Basildon, UK

Just out of ineterest Ex-Tmax, which dealer in London did you use and how did you find them, did they have a demo. I think in essex their is only one Aprilia Dealer somewhere near rayleigh so looking for a good dealer and support if I'm going to shell out £6K.

09/04/2008 - 12:27 Nexus500 Basildon, UK

Very interested in comments here especially from users that have moved from scoots to the mana having never driven a geared bike before. I have only ever owned sccots for the last 8 years, recently had the T-Max for 3 years and did 50K miles and now have a Nexus 500. I'm very tempted to go for the Mana, would love the stability and power by the mana setup. For those that have come from scoots did it take long to adjust. I imagine that the rear brake being the main part to adjust too. I too would also require a topbox, I take it this is not an option that is available yet ??

04/04/2008 - 12:15 jim grace warrington, UK

Hi Playgirl, glad to see that you are esctacit with the bike, on cbf 600 at the moment,will obtain Mana soon. A number of dealers have stated that they are awaiting a number of minor mods from the factory,from your comments one of them is an ECU Plug. Also told by the said dealer that he is is awaiting a Fender Exstender as ' quote ' Front wheel is damaging the cooling radiator through debris hitting the radiator. ?? is this true or as valid as Mugabe receiving the Nobel Peace Prize. Safe Miles. Cheers Jim.

03/04/2008 - 16:12 Jules Northampton, UK

Hi all! Collected my Mana this morning - had no problem adjusting from big scooter -Mana is so easy to ride-am still grinning from ear to ear! Can't wait to get it run in to see what it can really do!

01/04/2008 - 19:13 Ex-Tmax london, UK

Bit of an update from the dealer on the problem. Not spark plug apparently, but water getting into a plug linking wires into the ECU.

01/04/2008 - 16:25 Ex-Tmax London, UK

Thanks to all here for helping ease the wait for my new Mana which I collected last week. For those moving up from big scoots, I can confirm it's quite a change (where's the rear brake again?), but a very satisfying one (wish they'd sort the rear rack out though;as a commuter I miss the top box). Only problem so far is that it fired up this morning...and then died. Turns out to be rainwater getting round the plugs. Maybe just unlucky, but worth checking if any of you get the same problem. Hopefully some waterproof spray around there will sort it out. Happy riding

29/03/2008 - 19:40 MrAustria Vienna, Austria

By the way: I am planning a website for motorbike-lovers. There, you will be able to present your motorbike and to exchange experiences. The address will be www.MyMOBIKE.com and I will start soon. If you want to present your bike (photos, videos, etc.), please send an email to mraustria@mymobike.com. Thank you!!

29/03/2008 - 13:36 Steven Seoul, Korea

Exactly same story here in Seoul^^. It has been repeated again and again that "Finally you can get it in a days or so..." Yesterday I heard from my dealer that the day "should be" Monday nextweek, the last day of March, 2008. It is the first import stock of Mana to Korea...I'd say that it is a hard & happy waiting....^^

28/03/2008 - 13:27 Play Girll Poole, UK

Hi Lave and Chill. I also waited a long time for my Mana. I ordered it last March (07) when I first knew they were going into production. At that time I was told it would be available in July. I was then told September. Well September came and went and I was then told I could have it in November. This then changed to 'You will definitely have it for Christmas'. This then became January, and I finally got it in February !! I understand it's not the Dealers fault. They would love to get the bikes out as soon as possible. It would appear that Aprilia are not very quick off the mark at getting their bikes out to the dealers, and the dealers , like us , are fobbed off with delivery dates. Never mind I've got it now, and I'm very happy with it , so it was worth the wait. Regards Play Girl.

27/03/2008 - 13:35 chill Bucharest, Romania

It seems that this aprilia dealers are all trained the same way somewhere... The same answer I received for a whole month from my aprilia dealer in Bucharest, Romania :)) hopefully next week I'll ride mine. regards!

26/03/2008 - 21:18 lave , SK

I ordered Mana one month ago and my dealer keeps telling me "in two weeks" since that ;o).hope to have red one soon (in two weeks :).

26/03/2008 - 20:41 Play Girll Poole, UK

Hi Lave, no I have the standard engine map. I'm not planning any alterations to the bike yet, but no doubt will find some things I'd like to change.....I usually do !!! Well done , and happy riding to all the new Mana owners. Perhaps we should start a Mana Owners Club ? Regards Play Girl.

26/03/2008 - 15:26 MrAustria Vienna, Austria

I have got my Mana today. This bike is wonderful!!!! Greetings from Austria, MrA

26/03/2008 - 13:51 Jules Northampton, UK

Ordered my Mana today, picking it up next Thursday - can't wait!!

25/03/2008 - 21:21 lave , SK

Thank you, Play girl. Do you have a new engine map installed? Did you notice any change?

25/03/2008 - 20:40 Play Girll Poole, UK

Hi Lave, apparently not !! Something to do with the low centre of gravity. Regards Play Girl.

25/03/2008 - 11:42 lave , SK

Hi, just one question. Can you wheelie Mana?

24/03/2008 - 21:05 Anonymous Northampton, UK

Cheers, Play girl. Will see what my dealer has to say, when I go in! Just need some warmer weather now!!

24/03/2008 - 17:54 Play Girll Poole, UK

Hi middle aged Mana lover. Yes different screens will be available. My dealer is having some small , sporty ones made up by Skidmarx, and will let me see how they turn out when he gets them back. Most people think the manufacturers one is too large and ugly , and I agree !! Regards Play Girl.

23/03/2008 - 15:33 middle aged mana lover Northampton, UK

Hi all! Have been reading all the comments with interest - Sure this is just the bike I've bin waiting 4.Bin riding an Atlantic 500 for last few yrs but never really happy on a scoot. went down to my dealer on Fri to see what sort of a deal we could do - but it was shut!Will try again this week. Does anyone have a screen fitted on their mana? The one in the pics looks pretty ugly, are there any alternatives out there?

23/03/2008 - 10:15 Play Girll Poole, UK

Hi Roger, I think the bike is excellent and the lack of a centre stand is not a problem . If you need a centre stand , buy a bike that has one. Personally I use a paddock stand for any maintenance or repair work. Far safer and easier. Regards Play Girl.

21/03/2008 - 18:23 dazzarilla accrington, UK

Playgirl, same here ex broken wrist. Its going back to dealers for a look see, its also got a small liquid leak from in behind the starter motor. Its not that bad and as I have had so much fun riding it I know its worth getting sorted. I am not moaning, I just wanted to know if it was just my bike. As for the centre stand issue, well very few bikes these days have centre stands as its far safer to use proper axle stands to do any sort of maintainance. Daz

21/03/2008 - 08:18 Roger Harrold Leicester, UK

No centre stand? How are you supposed to do simple maintenance like chain cleaning/adjustment and oil level checking? This is meant to be a sensible, practical bike. Daft.

19/03/2008 - 21:37 paul , UK

Ok thanks.\ Mr.Patience sent his pics through okay on that email. Try carterp@blueyonder.co.uk

19/03/2008 - 21:09 Play Girl Poole, UK

Paul, will try again, at the moment it just keeps on sending them back !!! Regards Play Girl.

19/03/2008 - 20:59 Play Girl Poole, UK

Hi Dazzarilla, I've had my bike 6 weeks now and haven't had any sort of vibration at speed or at a slower pace. I broke my hand three years ago and I do suffer with numb hands in certain riding conditions but haven't with the Mana. Have you tried thicker ,rubber grips to counteract the vibration ? If that doesn't work have a word with your dealer. Regards Play Girl.

19/03/2008 - 17:17 paul , UK

Thanks for the effort playgirl .The email is correct. paul23carter@googlemail.com

18/03/2008 - 22:52 dazzarilla accrington, UK

Love this bike so much. Just one slight problem. I get high frequency vibs in or on the right side, happens at various speeds but more noticeable at 70mph, doing that for 20 mins andmy hand is totally numb. Is it just mine or has nayone else had similar?

18/03/2008 - 20:44 Play Girl Poole, UK

Hi Roger, I understand from my dealer that a centre stand is not possible. Paul, I have tried to send you the photos as requested, but have been unable. Have you supplied your correct email address ? Regards Play Girl.

17/03/2008 - 10:25 Roger Harrold Leicester, UK

Looking at the pictures, the Mana appears to have mounts for a centre stand. Does anyone know if one is, or will be, available?

15/03/2008 - 11:59 paul , UK

Thanks for the pictures.Much appreciated.Aprilia dealers are so hard to deal with regarding cash purchases.Very mean in what they knock off.

13/03/2008 - 23:00 Mr Patience , UK

Paul, I sent you a couple of photos of the mana last night (telling you here in case you don't check that mail account much).

12/03/2008 - 22:45 APRILIA GIRL BURY ST EDMUNDS, UK

THE MANA IS SORTED AT MAXMOTO NOW SO I GOT TO TAKE IT OUT AGAIN, I'VE PUT A DEPOSIT DOWN AND MY BIKE WILL BE HERE IN 2 WEEKS, CANT WAIT, I TOOK THE SHIVER OUT TOO, MAN THATS A BEAST :)

11/03/2008 - 08:31 MrAustria Vienna, Austria

Just for info: Yes, "Schuberth Concept" and "Schubert C2" fit into the Mana's compartment. And ... my Mana is coming soon!!

09/03/2008 - 18:49 Play Girl Poole, UK

Hi Paul. The Mana professional photos are very true to life, and show the bike very well. However, I will try and email you some of the same photos that I sent Mr. Austria, and hope that they help. It really is an excellent bike, and comes highly recommended by MCN. I've ridden all types of bikes and the Mana rates right near the top. I don't believe anyone would be disappointed with it. It's a gorgeous looking bike, (and although a little on the high side for me....fixed by having the seat lowered )I am completely in love with it. Look out for those pix. Regards Play Girl.

07/03/2008 - 12:03 MrAustria Vienna, Austria

Does anyone of you know whether the helmets "Schuberth Concept" or "Schuberth C2" fit into the Mana's helmet-compartment? (I have had an "Schuberth S1" and this helmet did not fit!) Greetings from Austria, MrAustria

06/03/2008 - 20:41 paul , UK

I saw the mana but it wasnt in the best conditions,rain and a grey day.i just wanted some pics as the aprilia ones for the Aprilia website are professional photos and sometimes they can deceive.

06/03/2008 - 20:25 Play Girl Poole, UK

Hi Paul, what did you want pictures of. I've emailed some to Mr. Austria,he wanted to see my bike's colour in daylight, what was it that you wanted to see ? With regards to using the foot brake ( back brake ),as you haven't used one before , I suggest you try using it at a standstill before you ride the bike . There shouldn't be any need to 'stamp on it', it's quite responsive, and if you think about how you used your back brake on your scooter, with your hand, then try and use the same amount of pressure with your foot. I actually ride my Mana without hardly ever touching the back brake, the front brake is the important one. However, on hills, or sharp bends and certainly around town, use of the back brake can be very helpful. Speak to you all soon, regards Play Girl.

05/03/2008 - 08:03 paul , UK

you taken your pics yet mr.Patience.I am losing mine :)

29/02/2008 - 22:19 Mr Patience , UK

@Paul Paul, to be honest, I got on the bike today feeling just a little nervous as it was so windy and wet and I'd never been on it before and it was Friday hometime traffic and I'd never ridden a motorbike before! First thing I noticed was the sitting position, a lot more forward but I also noticed that i felt more balanced at slow speeds, the Mana lets you feel like you still control it when you are hardly moving, whereas my scooter tended to make you feel like you were coasting at slow speeds. As for the foot brake I didn't stamp it. If anything I probably pushed too little as I was afraid of exactly how hard I should push. It also felt really handy sitting in traffic on a hill to just use your foot to hold the bike in place rather than clamping your hand shut all the time - a bit like driving a car in that respect. I will try to get a feel for it more tomorrow if it stops raining as today was basically a 'get me home out of this rain' run with not much of getting a feel for things. As for photos, I will send you some as soon as I take them in the dry! But don't misinterpret any of my words as doubts about the mana, when I twisted that throttle today, the thing felt like it wanted to fly, and it accelerated really smoothly. I've had 5 scooters and none of them have given me the same feeling as those 5-10 mins today in the wind and rain...

29/02/2008 - 21:47 paul , UK

Mr.Patience, have you had any problems going to using the foot as a brake coming from a scooter background.I am rather agressive and will probably stamp my foot down to brake , only using my hands previous.Any chance of seeing the silver in pics.Playgirl,any chance you can send pics as well? paul23carter@gmail.com

29/02/2008 - 19:57 Play Girl Poole, UK

Hi all, just to let you know I got my Mana back today. The new part is fitted and the bike is ready for action, it's just a shame that the weather has taken a turn for the worse !! I will still go out of course as I will get to try the wet weather mode. I hope you will all be sorted soon and we can then all compare notes. Did you all see the write -up on the Mana in motorcycle news ?? What a brilliant report. I love my Mana and intend keeping it until it rots,( as I do all my bikes). I shall probably do a few personalisations on it, but I do that too with all my bikes . Speak to you all soon. Regards Play Girl.

29/02/2008 - 19:57 Mr Patience , UK

I am now the proud owner of Mana as of 16:00 today. I've only ridden it home (about a mile) and haven't really got trying it out properly as it was an awful day weatherwise here! (heavy rain and high winds). But it was a fun mile. I'm moving from a Yamaha Majesty scooter so the whole thing felt completely different, but also reassuringly familiar. Haven't tried semi-auto mode yet, just rode home in the auto-tour setting, which seems nippy enough so auto-sport must be even nippier. One thing I'll have to get used to is the absence of a fuel guage, seems to have only a warning light, but I may have missed it. Shop also showed me the 'part' needed after the recall - 2 little bits of plastic to fit together with supplied spongey tape - so nothing too serious there, just a little cover. Anyway, hopefully drier or at least less windy tomorrow and I'll get out for a spin...

29/02/2008 - 07:18 MrAustria Vienna, Austria

Great news ... fingers crossed that the weather here in Austria will be "Mana-ready" as well soon ... !

28/02/2008 - 21:34 Mr Patience , UK

Hi all again. A bit more news today than yesterday. I am getting my Mana tomorrow. The new kit bit has been fitted this afternoon and they just have to install a new 'map' tomorrow and give it a 20 min test ride (the map sound to be be bit like firmware), and then I should have it, so fingers crossed... I'll post tomorrow evening either way...

27/02/2008 - 22:12 Mr Patience , UK

Hi all. Sorry, there won't be much news in this post. At the minute, my lovely silver mana is still sitting in the shop... I spoke with the shop yesterday and they said that they were expecting the 'kit' to fix the fault either today or tomorrow. So as far as I'm concerned MrAustria, you can't test ride them yet... But, as I mentioned before, we in Northern Ireland are likely running a couple of days behind others so Play Girl might have some better news. The recall doesn't really bother me reliability-wise, just shows how prompt Aprilia were in their actions really. Still hoping I get it sorted this week thought as the tax on my current bike runs ot of Friday!

27/02/2008 - 19:45 MrAustria Vienna, Austria

Is the Mana free for testrides again ... ?

27/02/2008 - 17:54 OceanMoon West London, UK

I had a quick chat with a localish dealer here in congestion charge land and will be test riding a Mana 850 in the next few days. I am serious about buying one and would obviously be extremely interested in everyones own thoughts/experiences, especially regarding reliability. Little worrying to hear of a recall already! I'll keep watching this thread...

19/02/2008 - 19:45 Play Girl Poole, UK

Hi Mr. Patience. I still don't know when I get my bike back. It's been ten days now and I'm getting really annoyed .I paid cash for the bike , I've spent good money on fully comp insurance and taxed it , and I still don't have the use of it. I'm lucky that I have other bikes to play with , but if all I wanted to do was look at the bike , I'd have stuck to a photo. Hope you all get yours sorted quicker than I have, Regards Play Girl.

19/02/2008 - 08:43 Mr Patience , UK

Hi there. I too am patiently waiting for my mana. I had ordered a black one but a 'Lead Gray' one was sent. Decided to keep it as it is actually more silver than gray plus it was in front of me at the shop! But, it's still there. Arrived last Monday and I'm not allowed it due to this recall :( Still, at least I've seen it, and it does look very nice. Play Girl will be missing it more though as I've never actually got to go on it at all, whereas she had and then had it taken away! So if you hear any news about getting your bike back, please post Play Girl as we seem to be running a couple of days behind you here in N. Ireland.

18/02/2008 - 09:01 MrAustria Vienna, Austria

Have you got any idea when the Mana will be "back"?

12/02/2008 - 19:59 Play Girl Poole, UK

Thanks Paul. Yes I know about the recall. My dealer phoned me last Saturday and told me not to ride my Mana under any circumstances until they had taken it back in and checked it out. I'm just waiting for them to collect it. I haven't experienced any problems, but it's better to be safe than sorry. It's a shame as we were getting on so well together in the lovely sunshine. Never mind, once it's sorted,I can get on with the job of running it in.I understand that only one bike worldwide has been found to be faulty, some dirt or debris in the throttle control. Never mind, all new bikes experience some sort of teething trouble. Thanks again, Play Girl.

12/02/2008 - 17:44 paul , UK

Playgirl,get in touch with your dealer as Aprilia have recalled all the manas sold in italy and stop the dealers from selling them or test driving them.I dont know how long this will take to inform the uk dealers.Apparenlt something can fly into something and jam the accelerator. M italian is not that good so translating through babelfish.

08/02/2008 - 10:35 Play Girl Poole, UK

Hi Paul , sorry you were a bit underwhelmed by the Mana , I can't think why , but the service manual says that servicing is carried out every 6000 miles. I think you may change your mind when you have ridden the Mana, it rides so well. I can't imagine choosing a maxi- scooter over this bike , but each to his own. Regards Play Girl.

07/02/2008 - 20:31 paul , UK

Playgirl,can you have a look at the manual and see what the scheduled servicing is on it please.Toying between this and the new tmax.I actually went to see a mana today in black.I was a bit underwhelemd by how it loooks but am going to take it out next week for a test drive.the dealer reckons he can now get the red in within two weeks.

04/02/2008 - 16:09 Play Girl Poole, UK

Hi Mr. Austria. I will try and get some photo's emailed to you within the next couple of days, when I have picked out the best shots. Regards Play Girl.

04/02/2008 - 13:53 MrAustria Vienna, Austria

@ Play Girl I will get my black Mana in 1-2 weeks. Have you got any "real-life" photos of your Mana that you could send me? If yes: misteraustria@gmx.at Thank You, MrA

02/02/2008 - 19:00 Play Girl Poole, UK

Hi all, I have my Mana !!! It is absolutely brilliant. I can't find a thing wrong with this bike. I've had it three days now and I'm still grinning from ear to ear. The brakes are the best I've ever used , it sounds great , it's well flickable, it's comfortable, it's full of surprises and I'm totally in love with it !! I would recommend one to anybody. Just a quick word to the guy that asked about the colour in daylight and not under showroom lights. The black is a sort of mildly , speckled black, very nice, not jet black , but not grey black. My dealer called it a sort of granite black. Hope that helps. Regards Play Girl.

02/02/2008 - 14:51 APRILIA GIRL Bury St Edmunds, UK

MAXMOTO'S DEMO IS AVAILABLE NOW, THE BIKE IS SO MUCH FUN, GO HAVE A GO :)

23/01/2008 - 10:23 Play Girl Poole, UK

Hi Paul, no I haven't got my Mana yet. I've been on the demo , which was a little on the high side for me , so I'll need to get my seat lowered. It is a gorgeous bike. It was comfortable, everything was to hand, although the button gear change was a little too near the horn , which led to a few inadvertent 'beeps'.I don't really know what the hold-up in delivery is , nor does my dealer as he has been invoiced for the bikes, but they just haven't arrived.I'm getting more than a little impatient now. However , as soon as it arrives I will give you a rundown on the colour, in daylight,and let you know of any other 'quirks'. Best regards, Play Girl.

22/01/2008 - 09:03 MrAustria Vienna, Austria

hello everybody! greetings from austria! i am waiting for my (probably black) mana as well, should arrive at the end of february. i hope, austrian bikers will be first! ;)

20/01/2008 - 20:26 paul Carter , UK

Have you got your mana yet Playgirl? I am wanting for someone to take some pics of it in black and not lit up by lights in showrooms.

16/01/2008 - 13:40 motowoodymc , USA

Will the Mana be coming to the USA? Any pictures of the faired mana? Are the bags givi? THX

05/01/2008 - 23:48 craig eston, UK

can you tell me when the 750 supermotard dorsoduro is available

03/01/2008 - 18:53 Play Girl Poole, UK

Hi Jim, thanks for the info about the seat etc. If my dealer has trouble sorting it I will be in touch ! He seems to be on the case though and already has a few ideas up his sleeve. The back is a whole lot better and I've been for my first unaided walk today ( no sticks ). My horses were very surprised to see me and made a big fuss of me, which was lovely. Luckily they didn't knock me over in the rush to say hello, and stood nicely for the farrier. Thanks again Jim, I'll speak to you soon and let you know how I get on when the bike finally arrives. Kind regards Play Girl.

03/01/2008 - 18:43 Play Girl Poole, UK

Hi D at Bournemouth, you must be the other customer waiting for the Mana to arrive at Motosport , Wareham. I'm also waiting for a black one . We are the lucky two to get the first ones !! I look forward to meeting you within the next few days when they finally arrive. Regards Play Girl.

03/01/2008 - 13:45 jim grace warrington, UK

Hi Playgirl hope you are well on the mend. I noticed the mention about the seat,there is a company up here called Maxton Engineering,run by Ron Williams ? whome are world leaders in suspension,they once made a short rear shock for a zzr 400 that lowered the seat height without altering the handling, i suspect you might be well aware of this,?if not if you require any info, i will do the neccessary. get well soon and safe miles, cheers jim.

02/01/2008 - 16:59 D Bournemouth, UK

Playgirl - hopefully it wont be too much longer, Im also waiting on a Black Mana, cant wait to get hold of it...!

30/12/2007 - 19:02 Play Girl Poole, UK

Hi Jim, I should have had the Mana for Christmas , but it is , as I write stuck in a container at Southampton docks. It arrived as the dock workers and lorry drivers were packing up for Christmas and the New Year. I'm hoping it will arrive this week, and I should then have it in my possession early next week after it's had all it's checks and possibly the seat lowered. I didn't mind its late arrival too much as I damaged my back three weeks ago and have been on crutches. I would have been seriously upset if it had arrived and all I could do was look at it !!! Well, it's all bought and paid for so I'm really excited about its imminent arrival and will post on here as soon as I've had my first ride. Good luck with your new bike Jim, and a Happy New Year to you . Kind Regards Play Girl.

30/12/2007 - 16:23 jim grace warrington, UK

Hi Playgirl,seasons greeting. Any joy with the Mana yet ? has gone silent.In a moment of madness bought a Gilera 250 nexus,it has amazing performance for a 250,and is averaging 79/gal. The world waits for you to get the Mana,have a great new year and keep us poster . cheers Jim. p/s have a almost new high seat for a strada if anyone interested

20/11/2007 - 16:45 Play Girl Poole, UK

Hi JB, yes, a lower seat will be available for the Mana, or alternately you can have some taken off the shock. Hope this helps ! Play Girl.

19/11/2007 - 18:56 JB medicine hat, CANADA

I own a BV 500 & I am going to trade up to a mana as soon as they come to Canada, but like my BV the seat is about an 1 1/2" to high are tey offering a lower seat for mana. J B

17/11/2007 - 16:25 Play Girl Poole, UK

Sorry Cent, I forgot to say that the faired version is due out next year. I understand that it may be possible to buy the fairing at a later date and have it fitted ( with a bit of modification ), to the unfaired version. I think this is what I shall do and then compare the two. If you want to see videos of the Mana in action , go to Links and Local Biker info on this page and then click on Aprilia ,then follow it through from there. If you are Italian you will be able to understand all the talks and tests on the Mana. Just my personal opinion but the Honda DN-01 is butt ugly, and has received poor write ups in the press . The Mana however ,has wowed everyone, so that's the one for me. Good luck with whatever you choose , and I shall certainly keep you all posted as to my Mana's performance. Regards Play Girl.

17/11/2007 - 16:14 Play Girl Poole, UK

Hi Cent , the information you require is on this very website. If you look down the list on the right hand side of this page,and click on Aprilia Mana 850 unique auto motorcycle, 14/11/06, all the information on the bike will be in front of you. Hope this helps. Regards Play Girl.

16/11/2007 - 14:21 Cent Winton, ccles, UK

Playgirl, i look forward to hearing your reports about your Mana. I am interested in this bike for commuting aprox 50 mile a day, i note below you say there is a version coming out with fairing, i would be interested to know how you know this since i cant find any reports of this on the sites reporting on the Mana. There is also the Honda DN-01 which i beleive will becoming to Europe in 2008, this has fairing, and i must admit it looks good and its a Honda which could make it more reliable! and then there is the parts issue with Aprillia, i hear nothing but negative comments about the supply of parts by Aprillia! Now before you think i am having a dig at Aprillia Mana, let me say i am Italian! and my heart says buy the Mana! but my head keeps telling to wait for the Honda. So please keep us posted on your experience with the Mana, and do you know when a faired version is coming out, and are the any sites that i could view it on? look forward to hearing your comments

14/11/2007 - 18:49 Play Girl Poole, UK

Hi Jim, the Burgman sounds a good buy at that price , and as you say , you can run it for the winter and decide what you want to do when the sun shines again !! Are you still considering a Mana for the new year , or are you giving up on that ?? Regards Play Girl.

09/11/2007 - 16:45 jim grace warrington, UK

Hi Playgirl sorry for the fraudian slip, i misunderstood the web desription. glad to see that you are a woman for all seasons, and an all weather fighter. shop near me selling brand new american spec burgman 400 for 3700 as i am impatiant i thought i would get the winter out of it. look forward to hearing about your explots on the Mana. Good luck . Cheers Jim.

08/11/2007 - 19:33 Play Girl Poole, UK

Hi Jim, not too sure where you got the idea that I'd run a 400 Burgman ? I've never owned an auto of any description , the Mana will be the first, I'm looking forward to trying something different !! As for the Burgman , I believe that any Burgman is considered top of the auto's, and well worth considering if you are looking for a large scoot. It looks as though I shall have my Mana shortly, and will keep you posted as to how it behaves. I'm really looking forward to it, and will ride it whatever the weather . Unlike our fair weather friend, the road salt won't bother me , I shall just hose it down after every ride as I do with my current bikes. Cheers, speak to you soon, PlayGirl.

08/11/2007 - 12:58 Les Nicholas warrington, UK

hi jim grace,u must be the ex salford jim,the ariel arrow sports maniac,with the cadbury dairy milk reg.good memory eh.u converted me from scooters ( mod ?)to bikes for life.amazed u survived given ur crazy riding antics...still brings a smile to my face.U on a scooter,u serious!!!!best wishes mate.Les Nicholas

05/11/2007 - 19:13 paul , UK

I went to a dealers today and saw the mana in black.I want it now! The girl in the shop didnt really know a lot as all the normal staff are off in milan for the bike show.They dont have the bike in for a test ride yet but got the first one in the country as they have just opened their new aprilia showroom a couple of weeks back. I am thinking of holding out until feb/march next year as I dont want the salt on the roads to ruin the new machine.

05/11/2007 - 15:40 jim grace warrington, UK

Hi Playgirl,? if you want to know anything ask a women. i see that you once ran a burgman 400, i have been offered a brand new american spec 400s i am tempted what is your oppinion, many thanks. and cheers Jim

01/11/2007 - 19:49 PlayGirl Poole, UK

Hi Paul, I haven't as yet paid for the Mana because they haven't fixed the price yet , but I'm told that £6,000 is about what it will be. I've chosen the red as my first choice with black as my second. The reason for the red as my first choice is purely that I always have red bikes because I feel they make me more visible on the road. I didn't like the Mana in blue, so the grey would be my third choice. Hope you get yours soon, whatever colour you choose. Regards PlayGirl.

01/11/2007 - 19:40 PlayGirl Poole, UK

Hi Jim, yes the Honda DN-01 is I believe going to be available to the Japanese market next year but it's not yet known if it will be available outside of Japan . It looks to be a cruiser type bike , very long and apparently very heavy and low to the ground. From the pictures I've seen of it, I much prefer the look of the Mana. As for my new Mana , I did think about getting a pink one , but settled instead for the red one , with black as my second choice. Regards PlayGirl.

01/11/2007 - 11:24 jim grace warrington, UK

High Playgirl glad to see all is well. I see that Honda are bringing out Deauvil engined auto,? that looks like a cruiser styal of bike ''' could it be that Aprilia has herelded the future. ps the Mana is not pink is it,be careful out there cheers jim.

31/10/2007 - 20:24 paul , UK

How much did you pay for the mana play girl? I hope you went for the black or silver? Do you know if all the colours will be availiable?

29/10/2007 - 19:38 Play Girl Poole, UK

Hi Jim, I haven't got my Mana yet, but I should have it next month. I've chosen the colour and hope to have it in about 3 weeks or so ! I understand there will be a faired version on offer next year,( that's for the benefit of the guy that wanted to know), and it will look quite sporty, but I feel it may add more weight to an already quite heavy machine. No one seems to be declaring the weight of the Mana , but according to my dealer , who has test ridden it , 'it's quite a lump'! It won't put me off though, as everything I've read about it is positive, and I can't wait to get my hands on one . I'll keep you posted. Regards PlayGirl.

27/10/2007 - 16:14 jim grace warrington, UK

Hi everyone has playgirl got the first Mana,it looks like it is worth the wait. Ihave heard that there is a faired version to follow,speaking for myself i would have no problem commuting via the moterway on a bike eouipped with a screen,this will pay dividends in the summer.cheers Jim.

26/10/2007 - 15:51 Nello Manchester, UK

Does anyone know whether there will be a version of the mana with fairing, i am looking at this bike for travelling 52 miles a day to work. The only other automatic which may fit the bill would be the Gilera 800GP which is a scooter, i would prefer the mana since its more of a bike, but i am worried aobut travelling on motorways and in winter with out any fairing, you can imagine salt being a problem with the Mana as well as being hit by rain from all angles at speed, can any one advise ?. Nello

04/10/2007 - 11:33 Roger Harrold Leicester, UK

Seems the Mana has started production.

30/09/2007 - 21:49 PlayGirl Poole, UK

Hi, did you mean the Mana, or the Shiver ? Regards PlayGirl.

29/09/2007 - 17:44 Tom Haslett Clacton, UK

Does anyone know when they will be hitting the UK.

26/09/2007 - 13:13 Sunny London, UK

Hi Playgirl, thanks for info, can't wait to get my hands on the Mana. Regards Sunny

25/09/2007 - 16:20 PlayGirl Poole, UK

Hi Sunny, I understand that at the moment it's available in black , red and silver. Regards PlayGirl.

25/09/2007 - 16:18 PlayGirl Poole, UK

Hi Guys, I'm based in Poole , Dorset, and my dealer is Motosport Aprilia in Wareham ,Dorset.Ask for Charlie, the Owner, and he'll give you all the info you need.If you need more of an address , post on here and I'll give you all the details. I've been on this bike and I promise you will not be disappointed !! Regards PlayGirl.

25/09/2007 - 12:52 Sunny london, UK

Hi PlayGirl, what colours would be avaliable?

24/09/2007 - 21:00 paul london, UK

Playgirl, can you tell me where you are based in the uk as I am trying to work out where your local dealer is who has all this information? Cheers

24/09/2007 - 16:30 PlayGirl Poole, UK

Hi again Jim, just thought you would like to know I have been out on a test ride on the new Shiver today !!! My dealer rang and said that he couldn't tell me before, but he went over to Italy last Thursday and came back on Sunday (yesterday) with the Shivers. I have been on a test run and not only does it look awesome ,but sounds it too. It is a thoroughly gorgeous bike. The only problem I had was that the seat was a little on the high side, I'm not short but could only reach the ground on tiptoes. The seat is quite wide which could be the reason ,but they are aware of the problem and are offering different seats or a bit taken off the shock. The other news is the Mana , my dealer has test ridden it in Italy and says it's fantastic , and has been told they will now be available in November, and he is going over then and not December as before, to pick some up. So it's all systems go !! Apparently the Mana is not as high seated as the Shiver, which will be good news for a lot of people. Speak to you soon , regards PlayGirl.

23/09/2007 - 19:40 PlayGirl Poole, UK

Hello Jim , nice to hear from you !! My dealer is going to Italy on the 24th of October and is bringing back two Shivers.One will be a demonstrator and the other for sale. He has a queue of people waiting for a test ride,and a list as long as your arm of orders for the Shiver. He will be going back to Italy just before Xmas and will hopefully bring back a Mana !! Can't wait. regards PlayGirl.

20/09/2007 - 12:07 jim grace warrington, UK

Hi Playgirl, glad all is well. Are you shure that they can get it down the chimmney,i have not even seen the 'Shiver ' in the flesh yet. Still got the pegaso =8000m now,good luck cheers jim.

19/09/2007 - 17:00 PlayGirl , Poole, UK

Hi Sunny , yes you can ride the Mana on an automatic license,as long as you are not on restriction. That is , if you did not take Direct Access and took the standard test, you will be restricted to riding a bike of no more than 33bhp for two years from the date of your test. Hope that helps you. Regards PlayGirl.

17/09/2007 - 21:40 Sunny London, UK

can I ride the Mana with an automatic bike license?

12/09/2007 - 20:23 Play Girl Poole, UK

Hi Jim , I have it on good authority ,( i.e. my dealer),that I'll have my hands on a Mana by Christmas !! How are you by the way ? Regards Play Girl

06/09/2007 - 01:11 jim warrington, UK

?? WHEN IS THE MANA AVAILABLE, .THE SHIVER IS NO WHERE TO BE SEEN.??IS THIS ALL HYPE

05/09/2007 - 18:09 scooter West Coast, USA

Biggles, in addition to the left-hand buttons there is a left-foot shift (like a regular motorcycle but without the clutch).

03/09/2007 - 17:33 Biggles Eastbourne, UK

Now for a technical question, could the shift button be moved over to the right, as I can grip with my left hand I have not enough fine control over finger movment to operate buttons or switches. Which is why I ride a Convert!

02/09/2007 - 22:41 Biggles Eastbourne, UK

At last a new Auto bike to replace my ageing Moto Guzzi Convert (The biggest and best, so far, Auto Motorcycle}

25/08/2007 - 20:05 jim warrington, UK

Hi Shannon, there is a guy in england that makes shortened shocks that lower the bike but retain its handling as stock. His name is Ron Williams and he trades on the name 'Maxton ' i bieleve he works out of Frodsham, in Lacashire,in the uk.Without knowing the precise suspension design of the bike,i have seen people fit longer 'dog bones ' on the rear shcker link. cheers Jim.

19/08/2007 - 19:04 scooter West Coast, USA

People routinely lower bikes 1.5 to 2-inches and with a one-inch seat shave will put you at 28.5-inches. The 850 Mana is not yet available but you can vote for the Mana on ApriliaUSA by scrolling down and clicking OTHER NEWS.

16/08/2007 - 15:44 shannon demers ogdensburg, usa

thanks skooter, a little to high for me, i am only 5 feet tall, but i love this bike, i wonder if the shocks could be lowered. are these bikes available in the usa yet? thanks

14/08/2007 - 19:54 skooter West Coast, USA

Seat height is 800mm (31.5-inches). Hopefully they will offer a "short rider" seat like they do on the Guzzi Breva-750. Again, if you want this bike in the USA you need to let your local dealer know and also contact ApriliaUSA.

13/08/2007 - 01:13 shannon demers ogdensburg, usa

hello, does anybody know the seat height of one of these in inches and what colors them come in, i want one!!! can i get one in the usa? thanks everybody

09/08/2007 - 03:04 skooter , West Coast, USA

Dry weight is 189kg (417-lbs). If you want this bike, you need to let your local dealer know that you are interested and also contact ApriliaUSA.

28/07/2007 - 00:39 Al G. milwaukee, wisconsin, usa

I can't wait to see one of these when they arrive in the States! Does anyone have any idea of the dry weight or fuel consumption figures?

19/07/2007 - 06:53 SoCalDon Los Angeles, Yank

Ship it to the states. I'll buy on as soon as it lands.

18/07/2007 - 10:37 Richard Applegate Wallsend, UK

Hi, it Seems manufacturers have lots of ideas and prototypes for automatic bikes with lager engines and sport styling, I’ve seen the Honda DN-01, Galira Ferro850, Aprilia Mana and the Kymco concept 750. These are all great looking bikes and sound fab, but can we actually get them made and out in to the shops..! Just I have a Peugeot Jetforce and I wanting something bigger with more power but still automatic, I’ve had my fun out of the jetforce and it’s time for something like one of this concepts... So hurry and build them! Also can anyone tell if it would be possible to mix the Honda silverwing 600 with the CBR 600, so you end up with automatic superbike?? Thanks

22/06/2007 - 18:41 playgirl swanage, Dorset, UK

Hi Jim, I think that mentioning other bikes was probably not acceptable. Never mind, when the Mana becomes available ...at long last...we'll be able to have a good 'chin wag'. Speak to you soon, regards PlayGirl.

20/06/2007 - 16:38 jim warrington, UK

Hi Playgirl,thanks for reply pos i am getting to near the knuckle. I have enjoyed our Banter, will keep quite for a while ?? let others Animate the website. Be carefull out there have enjoyed and look forward to your advice. Cheers Jim.

19/06/2007 - 14:44 playgirl swanage, Dorset, UK

Hi Jim, it would appear that certain words are triggering the message board to have a fit and not let me write my comments, so I may not get to speak to you again . Good luck with whatever you choose to ride. PlayGirl.

19/06/2007 - 14:34 playgirl swanage, Dorset, UK

What happened to the message board ?

14/06/2007 - 21:35 jim warrington, UK

Hi Playgirl,some months ago i attemted to buy an oil filter for the strada from the locol agent, he informed me that they had run out of them at the factory [ for some strange reason they do not have a distribution hub in Belgium,unlike other manufacturers] so i returned a fortnight ago to be told that two only, had arrived and had been sold. ?? so i went to the locol Yamaha Agent and bought one. Iam yet to whitness Piaggio input on the situation.!!! thats my moan finished. Do not know if i have the patience to wait for the Mana till next year. ??? what is your take on Guzzi's. Cheers Jim.

13/06/2007 - 17:50 playgirl swanage, Dorset, UK

Hiya Jim , no, I didn't take exception to your comments. I'm not a lover of Jap bikes myself , (even though I worked for Suzuki....hey it was money !!),I'm an Italian bike lover through and through , but I can appreciate some other makes ...the Buell being one of them. Some more news on the Mana . I went to see my dealer yesterday and he said that although he was told 2008 before we'll see the Mana here , he has been speaking to 'The Aprilia Powers that Be', and he is quietly confident that he will have a couple for sale by the end of the year. There has been such a backlash at the delay, that Aprilia may have to relent and get them out quicker. We'll have to wait and see. As for Aprilia's poor track record for spares , my dealer reasures me that he can get his hands on any spares and quickly. So if any readers need Aprilia spares, I can supply the relevant details, email address or dealers address (He said it's ok ). Regards PlayGirl.

12/06/2007 - 22:52 jim warrington, UK

H1 Playgirl,hope you do not take my previous message serious,it was intended to be humourus??. On a serious note i have been doing the rounds of the Buell Agents, rumour has it that they are in negotiations with varios engine suppliers [K.T.M.] To supply an engine for a new model pos Traily. What gives this rumour credence is that i am not sure that the old air cooled ,pushrod Harley engines will meet future Emmision Regs,so speaking personally i am keeping my powder dry. !!! Back to hand washing !! Cheers Jim.

10/06/2007 - 20:01 jim warrington, UK

Hiya playgirl, it does the heart good to be able to educate someone,residing in the badlands. There is an absolutly wonderfull Buell owners site, if need be i will supply the webb address. The best way i can describe the Buell experience is that you do not need to look at the rev counter to know that it has started up. By now you will have gathered that i am not a full shilling !!! i will not buy a jap bike,let alone drape myself over one,as they are to commence Whaling.I am interested in the cityx or the ? tt1200, i need a high seat.?? i will not spit my dummy out if you get one before me?? I will just ignore you. Cheers Jim.

10/06/2007 - 19:33 playgirl swanage, Dorset, UK

Hi Jim, it's funny you should mention the Buell. I went to have a look at the Fire Bolt a couple of weeks ago , I was very impressed. It goes like a bat out of hell , sounds fantastic, looks gorgeous , and handles like a dream . The other plus thing is that it's not too heavy, it's also quite small, and for short people it's not too high.....easy to get your leg over, always a good thing !!! As for the washing , don't even go there ! Regards PlayGirl

09/06/2007 - 21:42 jim warrington, UK

Hi Playgirl, sorry about the bad news,speaking to some motercycle traders,they related how difficult it was to trade with the Italians ie you could be dealing with them for years and when it did not suit they would drop you like a stone, no loyalty no nothing. On a positive note they might have by then sorted the appaling spares service out. also Honda might be about to release the new fluid drive auto bike .As for me i might take a look at a Buell, ?? but i do not wish to make you envious. P/S does this delay now mean that you are taking washing in.!!! Cheers Jim.

09/06/2007 - 15:16 playgirl swanage, Dorset, UK

Latest news from my Aprilia dealer is that the Mana is now not going to be available until 2008. Apparently , they are concentrating on getting the Shiver out first. To say I'm completely ****** off would be an understatement !! Why do these companies give dates for new bikes to be available if they are not going to stick to it, or know that they can't possibly got a bike out in that time. I'm unsure now whether I will wait for the Mana to be come available here or just buy something else . I really don't want to wait another year. I suspect a lot of other people will feel the same. Regards PlayGirl

05/06/2007 - 19:58 playgirl swanage, Dorset, UK

Hi Jim , I promise I won't put washing powder in my bike, even if it makes it run cleaner ! Actually, we don't really use washing powder anymore, we have those little pillows with liquid in....far less hassle ! Anyway , as you seem to be under the impression that we still live in caves here and ride donkeys instead of using cars, you may be right that we won't get the Mana here before you people 'up t' north' but I have it on good authority that we will, (even if I have to go get it myself !!). If you are lucky enough to get your hands on one before me , don't forget to come on here and spill the beans to everyone, OK ? (And if I get one first ,I'll do the same ). Regards PlayGirl.

04/06/2007 - 23:26 jim warrington, UK

Hiya Playgirl,An Aotomatic moterbike might appear strange to some people, it begs the question ?/ who has a manuel telivision. For someone like you brought up on hard domestic graft.anything automatic is a godsend, but please note the automatic powder is for the washing machine only.!!! it will not work on the bike and it certainly will not run cleaner. In conclusion as i live up north it is obvious that we will get them before the provinces,but i will keep you informed. Ride Carefully Cheers Jim.

04/06/2007 - 19:21 playgirl swanage, Dorset, UK

What's a sink ? Not another new bike for me to try !! As for the washing machine, if you stick some handle bars on it and a decent motor...... I'll ride it ! I hope the Mana rides better than a washing machine though. After reading all the write-ups on it, I doubt it. It appears to be a bike that is going to be all things to all people. I'm really pleased that it will be a dream come true for so many disabled Bikers too. Why should people with disabilities not be able to enjoy two wheels. Reading the messages on here, it would appear that the Mana is going to help a lot of people . So come on Aprilia, get your finger out and get that bike over here.......now ! Regards PlayGirl.

03/06/2007 - 22:53 jim warrington, UK

Hi Playgirl, i can deduce that you are a clever girl whome can multi task?? there is a first time for everything,as a consequence all this modeling, draping over Suzuki's [ sorry about the bikes ] requires a high leval of fitness as a result you can get closer to the Sink, also the Mana being Automatic is the same as the washing machine??? now you can ride that !!! Cheers Jim.

03/06/2007 - 14:34 playgirl swanage, Dorset, UK

Hi Jim, never mind ducking , I hope you're on the floor !! I'll have you know my house is immaculate, housework done , kids clean and well mannered, dogs walked , horses exercised, husbands dinner on the table , and I still have time to play with my bikes. Aren't House-Keepers and Nannies wonderful things !!! With regards to the Mana , there's a lot of curiosity among the Bike Club members, who can't seem to grasp the concept . I'll just have to show them when it arrives. Regards PlayGirl.

02/06/2007 - 19:37 jim warrington, UK

Hiya Playgirl, do not wish to offend, but you have got the vote,? but not content with that you now want to ride our bikes?? who is doing the Housework. [ me thinks now is the time to duck.].On a practical note i used to go out with the triumph owners club!! Someone has to, and at the end of the run i always maintained contact with the leading group. and this on a 40 bhp Gilera Nexus scooter. In conclusion up to the legal maximum.you will need oxygen,while at the same time your clubmates will be fitting Slickshift to there bikes with embarasment. Cheers Jim.

01/06/2007 - 18:50 playgirl swanage, Dorset, UK

Hi Jim, what's all this 'mens lib' stuff. Women have been riding bikes for years. I worked for Suzuki , a few years ago now as an 'in-house model', (yes the sort that used to be draped over bikes at the Bike Shows ! )I was given all sorts of bikes to ride at the time, although around London you rarely got out of first gear ! I think a maxi scooter would have been a better option......no gear changing ,with all that stopping and starting. I've already challenged the members of the Bike Club I belong to, to a race, as they seem to think they can beat the Mana away from the lights . I'm reliably informed that, that is just not going to happen..... I'm looking forward to finding out!! Regards PlayGirl.

31/05/2007 - 11:45 jim grace warrington, UK

playgirl This should not be allowad i thought that Dorset had sunk without trace many years ago ?? what happened to Mens Lib. ha/ha just to reinforce your point i have run a number of 500 scooters and away from the lights they were great , or as they say Gearboxes are for ludites. cheers Jim

30/05/2007 - 19:20 playgirl swanage, Dorset, UK

Hi Jim, yes I suppose I'm quite lucky that my dealer keeps me up to speed on things. It helps that he's a personal friend and looks after all my bikes for me. However, when the Mana was first being talked about ,I knew more about it than he did , after seeing it at the Milan Bike Show . I fell in love with it then and put my order in straight away, I believe I'm going to be the first person in Dorset to get one . So I imagine I'm going to be a bit of a guinea pig for my dealer, and will have to give him all the information he needs to give to other customers, ie, how it runs , any little quirks or difficulties, etc. I won't mind a bit ! Apparently it will outstart anything at the traffic lights ,even top of the range sports bikes, so I'm going to have real fun with that !! Keep watching this space.

30/05/2007 - 11:09 jim grace warrington, UK

Cheers playgirl. The Piaggio MP3,was according to the dealers due out last sept,but arrived here much later due the enthusiastic response on the home market,where according to M.C.N. they sold 17000 units,so in a nutshell you are on the case and my theory is sunk without trace ??? now where is my Dummey.

29/05/2007 - 21:28 playgirl swanage, Dorset, UK

Hi Jim. I don't know how big their production line is, but my dealer told me that he was supposed to go to Aprilia , Italy , next month for a ride - back ,with the Mana and the Shiver , but Aprilia cancelled it because they can't get the bikes out in time. Apparently , the Shiver has caused a lot of interest in this country, and the Mana even more so. They have so many orders for both that they are working round the clock to fill the orders......hence the delay until September. My Aprilia dealer is one of the main dealers in the country and is waiting for an actual date from Aprilia to pick up the bikes and bring them back. He is going to email me as soon as he knows. When I know , I'll let you know. Watch this space !!!

29/05/2007 - 10:23 jim grace warrington, UK

Hi, and thanks playgirl as per usual more info of the street than from the trade.?? how big is the Aprilia production cappacity, given that to the best of my information they produce both the 650, and 800cc motercycles for B.M.W , plus the new Shiver, is it any wonder. cheers Jim.

27/05/2007 - 19:15 playgirl swanage, Dorset, UK

For everyone wondering when the Mana will be available. I have one on order and was originally told it would be in the country (England )in July of this year. I have now been told by my dealer that a few hold-ups in production , means it won't be in the country or be available until September this year. I'm really fed up that I have to wait another 3 months, but you can't hurry these things without making mistakes !! Roll on September.

07/05/2007 - 17:08 aby5 Atlanta, USA

Anybody! Did you get any news about this bike? I am interesting to buy.

18/04/2007 - 12:52 jim grace warrington, UK

??? now for the real question WHEN IS IT DUE ON THE MARKET

13/04/2007 - 13:19 jim grace warrington, UK

Hi John i lost the use of my right arm 37 years ago, the world is your oyster, ? suggest a look a 400 piaggio mp3, i have had 22 bikes in ten years including four maxi scooters,which are brilliant,. t he engine in the mana is the same one for the new gilera 850 scooter, good luck john. Cheers Jim

11/04/2007 - 17:16 Ben , UK

I was joking... that's what the ;P emoticon was (or don't they use those up in Scotland)

10/04/2007 - 13:22 john richmond biggar (Scotland), UK

ps - and yes Ben, you are a thoughtless ****..... some people are missing fingers, feet, etc, but still want to ride two wheels again!! Don't be so blinkered in life & try & think about people other than youself, just now & again.

10/04/2007 - 13:17 john richmond biggar (Scotland), UK

I lost the use of my right hand and had to sell my fireblade. Got a GS1150 converted with clutch, brake & throttle all on LHS, ok for 600 miles then fell off & broke my ankle. Now ride a BMW Grinnal trike but miss 2 wheels. The Mana auto bike with no clutch lever sounds like the answer to my problems, will get one for sure when it comes out.

10/04/2007 - 06:26 Ben ,

My god, what is it with all of you people and your missing fingers, feet, etc? Sheesh.... ;P

30/03/2007 - 03:30 Kurt Boston, MA, USA

I have been riding since I was 8. Lost my left leg to cancer and this bike sounds very interesting to me. I ride on the street using a line tied to the shift and go without using the clutch. When I race I use an electric shifter but it is a constant adjustment problem. I think Aprilia should get me on one to show off at all the race tracks! www.kossmannracing.com

29/03/2007 - 11:18 Roger Harrold Leicester, UK

The Mana looks like the answer to all my prayers, particularly since Aprilia are hinting at a faired version next year, but... 1)It is a non-mainstream bike, and while it would suit my needs very well, demand is likely to be small and this could lead to very poor resale value. I know this shouldn't be a major consideration, but I'm not wealthy and I can't afford to kiss goodbye to a few grand just like that. 2) I have no faith in the ability of Piaggio/Aprilia UK to maintain a good spares service, particularly for a bike which probably won't sell that many copies. 3) How well-sorted is the transmission system? I don't want to be an unpaid development rider for Aprilia. Fact is, if the name on the tank was Honda or Suzuki I'd be kicking down the showroom door right now, but Aprilia?

16/03/2007 - 19:27 playgirl swanage, Dorset, UK

Sorry Shrug from Glasgow , you cannot learn on this bike because you are limited to a 125cc ( if you're over 17 ) when learning. The only way you could do it would be to do Direct Access and then you could only ride out with an Instructor, and not on your own.You cannot do a CBT on it. Hope this helps.

04/03/2007 - 09:54 Shug Glasgow, UK

Will I be able to learn on this bike because it is auto?

16/02/2007 - 01:00 Graham Mitcham, UK

Jim Grace 08/02/2007. Hi Jim, from the photos I've seen it looks like the final drive is by chain

08/02/2007 - 14:38 jim grace warrington, UK

anybody know if the final version offered for sale will be shaft or belt drive, it will be a pity if they equip it with chain final drive.

08/02/2007 - 14:33 jim grace warrington, UK

lost the use of one arm in m/v/a in 1971, had 22 bikes since, including 4 maxi scooters. Hats of to aprilia for the forsight to build a 21 century bike, My Bank manager is Primed, ? now all of you get to the back of the queue

02/02/2007 - 10:10 Allan Nye Brisbane, Australia

My god what a great idea, due to a MVA I have been unable to use my left foot to change gears, I love it when can we get it, an auto bike, people will flock to it.

08/01/2007 - 09:22 Phil , UK

I would be seriously tempted to trade in the Burgman too. But as my bike is used every day I would need to be sure Aprilia had sorted out their spares problems first.

04/01/2007 - 17:00 Mark Baulcomb Haverhill, UK

Can't believe Aprilia have made the jump before Suzuki/Yamaha, I'm sure I'll be one of many who will be trading in my Burgman as soon as this bike is released. Hope there will be a fairing of some sorts on the production version. Great price if accurate.

23/12/2006 - 05:02 Graham Mitcham, UK

A great bike. Can't wait 'till it arrives in the UK. I'm gonna check to see if my local dealer will put me on a waiting list beacause I think there's gonna be a stampede. Derrick USA 04/12/2006 Now you know how we feel when it comes to electronic goods, DVD's, movies etc. etc.

19/12/2006 - 13:45 jim grace warrington, UK

After 22 bikes in 10 years.at long last a 21 century motercycle. to all the ludites enjoy handwashing your smalls

17/12/2006 - 15:15 coyotejohn Florida, USA

WOW! I don't know what this will cost in US dollars but I hope my local Aprilia dealer carries them. I could put a commuter bike to good use. Dear Aprilia, send this over here quick and could you maybe persuade Samuela De Nardi to come along, too?

11/12/2006 - 14:58 Aleja , USA

I contacted an Aprilia dealer here in the States and was told it would be available on the US market in about a year. That said, if they go on sale sooner in the UK I'm buying one there and having it shipped over.

04/12/2006 - 21:53 Dudel Seattle, USA

Derrick, Contact your local Aprilia dealer and let them know you want to buy this bike. ApriliaUSA will likely make the decision to import this model based on feedback from dealers (whether they think they will sell). I will buy the 850-Mana if/when it gets to the USA.

04/12/2006 - 16:51 DERRICK , USA

Great bike! I'm glad someone finished it. I'm ready to buy it now. This is what I've been waiting on. Does anyone know if people in the US will be able to order this bike through the Autorized Aprilia dealers in the USA? Also, there are so many great bikes in Europe...why does it take so long to get them in the USA?

04/12/2006 - 14:03 manthos001 athens, Greece

Fantastic.I love this bike! I like to now the price and the month to coming in the swoh rooms

03/12/2006 - 20:18 playgirl swanage, Dorset, UK

I really love the look of the new Aprilia Mana 850, and will buy one as soon as it comes onto the market. Like a lot of other people I have waited a long time for an automatic bike that looks and handles like a geared bike but without the hassle.I'm very excited to think that this bike will be available as early as next summer and will be placing my order with my local Aprilia dealer to try and get the first one available in my area.This bike is GORGEOUS and I want one now !!

24/11/2006 - 18:50 Paul Downham Market, UK

Fantastic idea. Lost my lower left leg in the summer of this year after crashing the best bike i had ever owned. An Aprilia. I will go out and buy one as soon as it is released. Can't wait. One small thing though, Can we have another 50 horses please Mr Aprilia?

22/11/2006 - 23:15 Dave , USA

I'm buying one. The two-tone colour is ugly however; particularly that red/white patch on the rear. I hope they offer it in all black.

17/11/2006 - 22:37 john wakefield, UK

Roll on 2007 when I hope to see the aprilia_850_mana. I have had to ride big scooters to get my love of two wheels back, during which time I have had gilera 180/ suzuki 400 burgman/ an currently yamaha 500 tmax that I have had for three years, thinking this would do, but I never stoped wanting a proper motor bike.Now it looks like Aprilia have made my dreams come true. Having had a bike liceence for 40yrs, it would be great to ride a bike again.I am disabled so cant manage left foot gear change. This could change things for me,an maybe these a--holes who look down on scooter riders wont be as embarrased when I pass them fully auto up.

17/11/2006 - 11:11 james grace warrington, UK

ran a nexus 500 scoot for last 6 months,and confounded the ludites, in real world motercycling it will not matter what badge is on it,as only the rear will be in view, for those whome po. po. the auto transmission, we can arrange to have your television,and washing machine returned to manuell operation. cheers, jim.

13/11/2006 - 04:40 cody cross aurora, co, usa

well i am so excited for the release, i dont have any fingers on my left hand witch makes driving a non-twist-and-go motorcycle extremely difficult. so at the moment i am driving a scooter (twist-and-go) because i feel i can stiil ejoy the two wheeled experience. although i have dreamt of feeling the wind in my face from the seat of a real two wheeled machine since i was a kid, it is not till you guys decided to prodece a twist-and-go (with real power) was i able to even see those dreams come true. so all i have to say is FINALLY, and THANK YOU!!!!!

16/10/2006 - 12:54 Graham Wrexham, UK

Glad to hear this bike will be released next year. Shame it's not gonna be badged as Gilera!

20/09/2006 - 22:49 Dudel , USA

Looks like it's a GO for 2007... production bike at the Milan show in November.

12/09/2006 - 16:59 BIG AL GLOUCESTERSHIRE, UK

BUILD IT AND THEY WILL COME !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

07/09/2006 - 14:31 dissapointed , us

This is very disappointing. This bike is lovely. No one has come close to approaching its style. Please find a new investor and get this bike to production. You WILL NOT BE SORRY! It will sale worldwide.

20/08/2006 - 18:09 DNA 210 AUDIO , GR

Piaggio has spent all the projects' money to support MotoGuzzi, Aprilia, Derbi and so on... It looks like we won't see Ferro for quite some time... Probably the Kymco project will find its way to production prior to the Ferro... http://www.motoblog.it/post/1798/kymco-concept-scooter-750 Ferro according to different sources will come out at 2010 or so... Some although say that there are a few pieces rolling already at Italy... so be careful... travelling at Italy may be hiding surprises.... Personally I own a DNA as my name speaks for it and I would certainly buy the Ferro if it was out on the market...

12/08/2006 - 12:42 Richard Jean Georgia, ATL, US

Indded get the Gilera / Fero out and make it with US.specification and increase the 850CC to a 1200 in due time. Congratulations great automatic bike..I like to know the price soon.

08/06/2006 - 17:50 Katie Hull, UK

I am currently riding a DNA 125 which I love. I can't get the hang of gears and I desperatly want more power (a comfortable top speed of about 50mph is dangerous when everything else is travelling 60/70). Make one please Gilera and I'll sell a kidney to buy it!

06/06/2006 - 23:51 -- Seattle, USA

Willy from Belgium wrote: "Now that Piaggio owns Moto Guzzi... a Moto Guzzi Griso automatic." Wow. In my dreams. I would certainly spend $13,000.US for the Griso with an auto or semi-auto (ala FJR1300AE).

27/04/2006 - 20:03 Dave A Winsford, UK

It seems that nobody is updating us on the Ferro, does this mean things are at a standstill, all these prospective owners may go somewhere else, come on, give ius some news please.

27/04/2006 - 19:59 Dave Ashby Winsford, UK

The Ferro sounds great, can a restrictor be fitted as I have passed my test but am limited to 33bhp for 2 years.

22/04/2006 - 00:03 Graham F Wrexham, UK

I think this bike looks awesome. I gotta DNA 125 (restriced) and I love this bike, when I pass my bike test I think the ferro is the bike for me! Question, does it have helmet storage compartmant?

21/04/2006 - 19:18 Peter Trondheim, Norway

I'm really hoping to see this bike on the market by the time I'm old enough to recieve my driver's licence. as I have (almost) no fingers on my left hand, I am currently riding a Gilera DNA 50, as it was so easy to put rear foot breaks (or whatever you say in english) on it. The Ferro would be perfect for me, and it looks awesome. Go Gilera!

29/03/2006 - 17:51 BIG AL GLOUCESTERSHIRE, UK

As a disabled person who has ridden motorbikes though not very smoothly on private grounds ( yeah right oh ) i`d love to see something like this out on the market for sale, as i have limited movement in my lower legs and feet, and would not want to ride a scooter.

16/02/2006 - 19:49 SilverWing owner , USA

Perhaps Piaggio will rebadge is as a Moto Guzzi and sell it in the USA. If they do I'm getting one. I hope somebody keeps us updated.

02/02/2006 - 20:40 dudel -, USA

Honda will put the DN-01 into production, the CEO says, "Look for it!" I expect it to be a 2007 model. It will use the Deauville engine [650cc, carb'ed, 3-valve] but tweeked to 680cc, fuel-injected, 4-valves and about 65-hp... it should stomp most Harleys. It will have auto, sport-auto, and semi-auto thumb-shift [like the FJR1300-AE].

27/01/2006 - 14:15 Derrick , USA

I love the sports bike flare. I say make the bike. You're already a step behind Yamaha. They release the FJR1300AE for 2006 with the electric shift system. Basically an auto clutch with the rest of the bike being manual...shifting with the left hand or with the left foot. The price is up there! approx $15,299 US. It's a beautiful bike though. Something with your(Gilera) style and engine displacement could still overshadow this bike if you focus on style and a bit lower price. I'm going to wait one year to see if Honda releases the DN-01. This is a link to the yamaha bike for those iterested. http://www.yamaha-motor.com/sport/products/modelhome/501/0/home.aspx

12/01/2006 - 21:10 NICK GRAVESEND, UK

gilera ferro great looking bike please make this bike available in the uk a.s.a.p.gilera 850cc is going to be excellent i have a runner and dna 180 i love them but i need more power a 850 should do it thanks.

07/01/2006 - 16:01 jim beam adelaide, australia

an automatic bike,not a scorter that would be great my left hand is stuffed so for me a clutch is not going to happen unless my foot and I only have one that works so for me the sooner they release this the better

19/11/2005 - 01:13 Robert Florida, USA

Great looking bike looks like it would be fun to ride, hopefully they will build it

22/10/2005 - 19:37 Dominic Ronayne Attigliano TR Umbria, Italy

I would also be interesting in buying a Ferro Bike, unfortunately there is even less information about this bike in Italy , or so it seems from the searching I've been doing. Please keep me updated on this bike if anyone gets any more news about it. Bye Dominic

20/10/2005 - 18:10 willy vlyminck moerbeke waas, Belgium

Yes indeed ,fantastic Neil.Visit the Japanese Honda site and enjoy the views of this incredible bike,hope they really release this one.Most conceptbikes they show in Tokio never see the light of day.

20/10/2005 - 13:13 neil , UK

Forget it, this thing is never coming out. Check out the new Honda DN-01, its a 700cc automatic motorcycle that Honda have said they WILL release. Its a stunning bike.

19/10/2005 - 17:25 willy vlyminck moerbeke waas, Belgium

Now that Piaggio owns Moto Guzzi,I wish myself and others who are intrested, a Moto Guzzi Griso automatic.They know how to do it,so why waiting?

19/10/2005 - 17:18 willy vlyminck moerbeke waas, Belgium

Fantastic bike,finally an automatic motorbike and not a scooter,if this comes true,I will order one,immidiatly

17/10/2005 - 05:55 David Williams Sydney, Australia

Like some others, I ride a Gileria DNA 180's one of the few in Australia. Love it and it gets plenty of comments, especially form other bike riders. The only negative feature is the relative lack of paowre. This would be covered by the Fero. To repeat others I want one

26/09/2005 - 15:51 neil , UK

cane somebody update on the progress of this bike? someone from gilera or someone in the know?

15/08/2005 - 03:54 MF Lansing,MI, USA

I have been waiting a long time for someone to come out with an automatic motorcycle. Please make this bike and sell it in the United States. I would like to know the price and how soon they will be available for purchase. This is a great idea and it is about time that someone has stepped up to the plate to make this happen. Thank you.

04/08/2005 - 22:41 Greg Goodwin Annapolis, Maryland, USA

Unfortunately there are no Gilera dealership in the United States or Canada.

20/07/2005 - 18:29 angelo turnhout, belgiem

hey people dont worry I have good conection and he see it will come in production in begin 2006 and it will come in shop around november 2006 and you now the price soo when it come dont back up agree. see juh

19/05/2005 - 08:10 c walker NYC, US

again, just so we're clear: gilera, MAKE THE @#$#@ BIKE AND SEND IT TO THE US. peace

02/05/2005 - 14:26 JB Philadelphia, USA

I hope Gilera produces this bike and brings it to the US. Very Innovative. Long overdue. Have not found any info on it since 2003, hope it is still possibly going to production.

01/05/2005 - 07:39 JG Cherry Hill, NJ, USA

A fully automatic bike is long overdue. Make the seat height adjustable so a 5 foot person and a 6 foot person could both ride. Would ad a lot of female riders to the sport. Would love to be your Northeast distributor in the US. JG, DeSimone Motorcycles, Cherry Hill NJ. USA

02/04/2005 - 08:55 Jay Dunning Lara, Victoria, Australia

Great looking bike - but where are you going to stow your helmets? A Gilera bike with a Burgman box and no helmet storage is one gigantic step for mankind - BACKWARDS!!! Jay

17/03/2005 - 21:55 Diane Wrenn cambridge, UK

I love this idea.I have a DNA 180 and really like this bike but would like more power.I can't cope with trying to change gears because of RSI problems with my hands.I hope they take in consideration the seat height for the smaller person as the Dna 180 is just the right seat height for me as nearly all other bikes are too high as i'm only 5ft.

05/03/2005 - 20:13 Martin Næstved, Denmark

Hey, I really want this Gilera Ferro so cool model. Mail me if someone can get me one. thx.:D

21/02/2005 - 15:44 Wooderson London, UK

Like averyone else here - I WANT ONE! Thanks 'Angelo' - saw the images u posted on the other website - had no idea. I have a DNA 180 because riding around London is dangerous enough without having to worry about gears. Automatics are far safer. (Front faring needs more design work thou!)

08/02/2005 - 15:18 Chris Manchester, UK

For Gods sake make it. I love bikes, have raced cars but could never get used to changing gear with my feet! Can't stand scooters however big, the DNA whisks cream well but not much else. Get it made so I can get it bought

01/02/2005 - 09:46 Robert Sydney, Australia

I agree with all of you, since the Guzzi convert we haven't seen such great leap forward in gearbox technology I would not hesitate to have one in my garage.

01/02/2005 - 07:23 Sean Auckland, NZ

This is great. As a disabled rider (I lost my right arm in a road accident) I'd love to see this bike. I'd buy one straight away if the controls could be moved to the left. I'm not to sure about the headlights though.

19/01/2005 - 21:08 Josh Shobe Greencastle, USA

Ireally do like the look of the Gilera Ferro and would love to purchase it. When and where could i get one of those beautiful automatic bikes?!

02/01/2005 - 16:25 Robert Garcia Alexandria, Virginia, USA

All I can say is "How much do you want for it?" and "How soon can I have one?"

06/12/2004 - 18:28 angelo turnhout, belgie

I have dna 180 four stroke and this ferro wil not escape my hand,gilera keep the good work.I think the price is around 8000euro

19/10/2004 - 11:05 Florin Nae Bucharest, Romania

Great idea the Ferro, although not new at all (remember the '74 Guzzi 1000 Convert?).Complete new design project for the Ferro(with drawings) will appear next month, in the romanian "Univers Moto"moto-magazine. Watch it it, if you can...It's more than a look worth.( i know it well, 'cause i'm working on it).See you soon, mates!

06/10/2004 - 16:01 Colin Wilkinson Calne, UK

I must get me one of these

03/10/2004 - 01:17 George Muscat Bunbury, Western Australia

I want one, I want one, I want one.. what else can I say :)))

08/08/2004 - 15:49 Aleja Minneapolis, USA

I have a Gilera DNA50 that totally rocks after some after-market 'adjustments' and am definitely looking forward to the 850. It looks like the DNA on steroids. Hope it's available sometime this decade...

25/07/2004 - 10:33 Rob Brisbane , Australia

I've waiting for 20 years, since the Moto Guzzi Convert fron the seventies. It amazes me it's taken so long for the motorcycle industry to catch up withbvautomotive technology. Don't forget motorcycles use to borrow from the car industry in the 20's, 30's and 40's. Why not take advantage of all that development now!

21/07/2004 - 03:19 victor monterey cali. USA, USA

DID ANYONE FIND OUT THE AVAILABILITY AND PRICE OF THIS AND IS IT GOING TO BE SOLD IN THE USA? THANX

08/07/2004 - 14:17 Bruce Bolivar Green Bay, United States

Does anyone know how close this is to being made? Possible price? Would be a nice option for me , as I have no left hand. Currently tossing about the idea of a 25 year old Hondamatic, or a new Ridley. 25 year old technology does not really appeal to me, and neither does $15,000.00 for the Ridley.

01/07/2004 - 03:51 Chuck Woods , USA

If they make the auto Gillera 850 I want one, put me on your list!

05/06/2004 - 18:00 eugene harlow, UK

i MUST OWN a ferro !!!!! 200vxr at moment- question = will i be able to ride it on a A2 licence ----

05/04/2004 - 23:42 Evol Lution london, UK

Now that is some real progress in cycling world.It actually looks 20 years forward into the future.Dont hesitate Gilera,BRING IT ON

06/03/2004 - 07:46 terrence banker medford, oregon. , usa

i love motorcycles,but i don't like clutches. i love automatic maxi scooters and this new bike of yours is killer. an 850 automatic-WOW. if you make it,sell it in the usa and i'de buy it.

04/03/2004 - 12:15 Ian Macro - MaxMoto Bury St Edmunds, UK

Robert - After market quickshifters should really be installed by their manufacturer, or a least a properly trained agent, who should also be adjusting it as part of a regular maintenance program, as a badly configured system can indeed put undue stress on a gearbox. Also don't forget that so far, they are mainly used on track bikes. The point about the Ferro, though, is that such a system will have been properly developed at the factory by the gearbox manufacturer as Gilera (or rather Piaggio) make their own engines, and so won't suffer from such problems. - Ian

04/03/2004 - 10:23 Robert Wilkinson Colchester, UK

I've heard that these "quickchangers" ruin gearboxes.

09/02/2004 - 12:59 David Simkins London,, UK

Imagine sweeping through the twisties without having to take the balls of your feet of the pegs to change gear; sounds good to me. I'd be especially interested if they used an inbuilt quickshifter system as I've had a bike with a crude version that used to owned by a disabled rider and it worked fairly well. Also, I suspect that the full CVT belt system could be too expensive. I'd want to have an all day demo ride on one before I could decide that it was going to work for me.

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