The Aprilia Tuono V4 Factory 1100 offers smartphone connectivity through an optional accessory known as the Aprilia MIA multimedia platform. The latest version of this module, part number 2S002475, features updated hardware with built‑in memory capable of storing data from track sessions without requiring a connected smartphone. When paired with the additional GPS sensor (part number 2S002389), the module can record complete lap timing data independently.
The next protection I wanted to install on my Aprilia Tuono V4 Factory 1100 was a guard for the coolant and oil radiators. It often happens that small stones appear on the road and get thrown by the front wheel toward one of the radiators, potentially causing damage. In most cases, the radiator remains intact, perhaps losing a fraction of its cooling efficiency due to bent fins, but occasionally, a stone can pierce the radiator and end a trip abruptly. I wanted this protection to be made of aluminum, and after some research, I found a wide selection on the market including inexpensive options on AliExpress and well known brands like Evotech Performance . However, I discovered that the German company 2Wheels-Company offers a very similar product at a competitive price, with the added advantage of a free return option in case it didn’t fit or meet expectations.
After installing the frame sliders, it was time to choose some protection for the wheel axles, specifically for the front and rear forks of the motorcycle. I considered options from GSG, R&G, and several other manufacturers, but eventually decided on the LighTech wheel axle sliders . From the photos, they didn’t look particularly robust, yet I opted for them primarily for aesthetic reasons. Some protection is still better than none, so I was ready for that compromise.
After a little more than a year, I began seriously considering selling my Triumph Rocket 3 Storm R. Many will wonder why, since it’s a true motorcycle icon, but the simple answer is, it just wasn’t the right bike for me.
The largest tank bag from the SW-Motech Pro collection that fits well on the Kawasaki H2 SX SE is the SW-Motech Pro City. Other bags are either too large, blocking the navigation screen, or don’t match the tank shape properly, sometimes even interfering when turning the handlebars to full lock. As visible in the photos, this bag sits quite well on the bike. The navigation display (in my case, a Chigee AIO-6) is only slightly obscured, and when leaning forward, you might occasionally touch the bag’s edge with your chest. but such compromises are often necessary and acceptable here.
Although I own two motorcycles, by the end of May this year the tires on both were worn out and needed replacement. As I mentioned before, for lifting the Triumph Rocket 3 Storm R I had previously acquired the EazyRizer Big Blue lift, while for the Kawasaki H2 SX SE the Kern-Stabi Spindle Stand X4 2049 front stand was sufficient. I won’t go into the procedure itself, you can find plenty of detailed videos on YouTube and other websites, but I wanted to share a few photos showing how the process looked in my case. The conclusion is straightforward: both lifts performed their intended functions effectively, allowing me to remove the wheels without much effort, take them to a tire shop for replacement and balancing, and then reinstall them on the motorcycles.
Quad Lock is well known among riders for secure and practical smartphone mounting systems. I recently had the chance to examine two of their PRO models — the Fork Stem Mount PRO and the Handlebar Clamp Bolt Mount PRO. Both feature metal construction, clean design, and the same dual-stage locking system found across the Quad Lock range.
Since I had already bought a Quad Lock case for my smartphone, it was only natural to equip my Kawasaki H2 SX SE with a proper mount from the same brand. My fork stem had previously hosted a Garmin zūmo XT2 mount, which I planned to replace with a Chigee AIO-6 unit, so I needed a Quad Lock mount for some other position on the bike. After some research and consideration, I went with the Brake/Clutch Mount, a compact and sturdy system that attaches directly to the brake or clutch lever clamp. On my bike, I mounted it to the brake side, where it offers a pretty clear view of the screen without interfering with handlebar movement.
For riders in regions with long winters, like Munich, parking the bike for months is inevitable. Some might simply cover it and forget it, but for those of us who treat our motorcycles like mechanical art, that’s never enough. I prefer to lift my bike off the ground entirely, relieving both the suspension and the tires from constant pressure. Call it meticulous—because it is—but it’s the kind of care that pays off when spring comes.
Winters in Munich can feel endless, especially for those of us who live and breathe motorcycles. When the roads turn icy and the bikes go into hibernation, I like to give my machines the best possible rest. That means keeping the suspension relaxed and the tires off the ground to prevent flat spots. It might sound overly meticulous, but if you can do something to extend your bike’s lifespan—why not?
