How does the Aprilia Tuono 150 stack up against its Japanese rivals?

In the sportbike world, 150cc, Japanese manufacturers like Yamaha, Honda and Suzuki hold a lot of sway. Aprilia Tuono 150 is the Italian flair and racing pedigree in this arena, but how does it fare against its more established rivals? These include; performance, build quality, reliability, maintenance costs and overall value for money. The Aprilia, they say, has an advantage in terms of exclusivity and performance because it's in a premium position, while others claim that the Japanese bikes offer better reliability and running costs. But there's also the question of if the Tuono's unique styling and heritage merit its usually higher price tag over its competitors. How does the Tuono 150 stack up in this hotly contested category? Let’s find out.