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Aprilia MANA GT ABS

New semi-automatic sports tourer getting ready for launch.

Allen Drysdale

Aprilia Australia is counting down the launch of the all new 2011 MANA 850 GT ABS.

The MANA has been somewhat of a revelation. A motorcycle that offers some of the benefits us scooterists take for granted. For example the MANA has the ability to store a full face helmet where you would normally find the fuel tank, the tank has been relocated under the seat. 

The MANA also boasts the convenience of being able to choose between "full auto" or "semi auto", you make the choice. You can also choose between 3 different engine map settings, sport, touring or rain. All very convenient and different from the motorcycling norm.

Introducing the Aprilia MANA GT ABS. A new updated version of the previous MANA featuring a touring screen and ABS as standard.

The MANA GT ABS has all the sporting prowess of a sports bike being light, nimble and fast. Though here is where it all gets interesting....

The MANA can quickly change roles with the flick of a switch, becoming a twist and go commuters dream. You make the choice, full auto, semi auto, sport mode, touring mode. Having to make decisions like this is something us scooter riders are very good at!

So what does this all have to do with us here at Scootersales.com.au?

We will be taking the Aprilia MANA GT ABS for its first ride coming soon. Being committed to the automatic two-wheeler, we might just be the best people to do so.... You see, the MANA GT ABS could be seen as your "maxi" scooter alternative, all be it with 56 Kw of power on tap. 

Check back soon we will have all the detail. In the meantime take a look at the Aprilia Australia website for specs and colour availability.

Pricing may also be a surprise, expect no change, though we see the addition of ABS and touring screen upfront.

published 28/01/2011