Highlights of the bike: it handles extremely well and the stock suspension worked great around the bumpy COTA. Auto-blipper shifter was awesome even mid corner with throttle open. Also, if I had more track, I'm sure I'd surpass 150 mph easily, I'm also a bit large for top speed tests. What else would you guys like to see up close of this bike?? I'll be with Aprilia again this Monday. :)
@@TheG60528XiJinPing on par with Aprilia quality which is great. More intuitive controls and dash interface compared to current RSV4 which is already good. I regret not pushing the bike more !
I'm 24.5 hours away from putting my deposit down on one with TJ ........ Would you do the same or what's ahead of it in the same class for the same or less money?
Thanks for actually riding this bike! So many reviewers don’t push it and then gripe about it. You did not look to be struggling to get to 142 at all and yes ThOse Brakes seemed on point! Thank you for the content I’m extra stoked for mine to arrive this month!!!
@@Victor_Moto thanks! I was wondering how is the seat height and suspension? I’m 5’5 and 150 but almost a 31 inch inseam? When you road it how did it feel for your height and weight?
Thanks for the video Victor. This just confirms how much more I want the RS 660. The only problem is which color to choose. Lava Red or Acid Gold. See you in December.
For some reason your video seems to have attracted a bunch of commenters that are either squids or have actually never ridden a motorcycle, and just like to b!tsh about specs. The RS660 is a great bike, not perfect, but every rider has a different definition of perfect. I've been riding for over 20 years and I'm considering one for my next bike.
By it's price the RS660 is competing with the MT-09 and Street Triple RS, both of which are much more powerful, it has only 99 BHP at the crank (equating to roughly 85 bhp at the rear wheel) were the MT-09 has 116bhp and the RS 121bhp, a massive gap.
@@Victor_Moto Simply because it doesn't fit into any current category, it's not a supersport and it's too expensive to be compared to the Ninja 650 or the CBR650.
I concur.... it's over priced for what it is. I don't think it'll be the sales hit Aprilia desire as it's too niche. The upcoming cheaper (hopefully) Tuono version appeals but it's competing against the MT-07 and Triumph Trident. Just hope the Tuono will be priced more realistically.
Thanks for the video, was waiting for a video on its track performance. For a parallel twin powerplant, engine sound is amazing and different from generic in-line 4 600s. I think 100hp from a twin is amazing too. What do you reckon its 0 to 60mph time would be?
With me on it, I imagine 0 to 60 would be just over 3 seconds. But I'll see if I can test that for us next time at the track in several weeks and I'll post the video.
Great video. Such a cool bike. What do you think the Factory version will bring? Another 10-15bhp? That would make a big difference coming out of those corners.
This is a weird bike because it seems to be categorized way above the Ninja 650 and slightly above the CBR650R, but is priced closer to the ZX-6R and R6. If I didn't know how good the CBR650R engine could be with an exhaust and tune, I'd probably be swayed by the RS660. As it is, if I we're going for a track bike that might see street use, I'd go with the ZX-6R. Since I ride mostly street, I'd take the CBR650R and install an exhaust and reflash the ECU.
Great stuff here, Victor! I saw KD51’s COTA video too, he pretty much loved it too. So the question is, do I drive out to Buttonwillow tomorrow to SEE the RS660 in person, or leave that for Chuckwalla when I RIDE it?
And R1's. And Panigales and RSV4 1100's. And ZX6's. But nothing in the RS660 class. 🤷🏻♂️ Not to mention the RS660 reeled in the R6 on the brakes. A little.
@@PetroHead I believe you can with permission from the track day organizer. But Aprilia's demo day was just that one day event. The trick will be getting your hands on one.
Thank you. YES, it's that bumpy. Especially that left hand kink before the last left hander before the back straight. AND the back straight is definitely bumpy.
Funny you should ask! I just edited that video of three back-straight runs on the RSV4 1100. I'll upload it tomorrow morning. 👍👍 The Speed wobbles were NUTS!
Hello man and cheers from France. Thanks for the video on track and 1 subscribe (European presentation of the bike was made on road with 5 degrés celcius so the sport aspect couldn't be revealed..) I am really interested in this bike because I do 6 to 10 tracks days per year and I go to work with. I will follow your update. I ride a 890 Duke r and I'm wondering if I will change or not. The riding position might be better while the power is less than the ktm. The ktm engine 890 cc is absolutely fantastic and expressive!! I'm considering how to loose weight and optimize the power with remap ecu. My question would be about brakes and chassis. Does it seem "enough" as a confirmed rider or will I use 100% of these parts. Isn't it too much road & track compromised? Thanks man!
Good questions Arnaud! I honestly was very very impressed with the brakes at Circuit of the Americas especially braking after the long back Straight and the fring straight, both require shifting down to second or first gear. More detailed response soon! Getting ready to go to the track again this morning !! 😁😁
@@Victor_Moto thanks for the fast response! yeah i think that too. maybe near 250 should be possible on the highway. thanks for uploading the video, its so fun to see the bike in action! That sound is so crazy, little RSV4!! Hyped af on mine!
I'm thinking about getting the rs660 or the zx6r similarly priced in my country. do you think there would be a massive gap in performance between those 2 bikes?
Different class of bike. The RS 660 is a more comfortable bike yet still performs really well whether it's on the track or the street. It is much more user friendly than the ZX6R and much better electronics. But the ZX6R is a little faster if you have the skill.
The ZX6R has a much smoother engine (4 cylinder vs parallel twin), 30% more horsepower and a more racey riding position. If you like riding a sports bike on twisty roads, the clip on bars of the ZX6R are much better. The RS660 has higher bars. If you aren't used to sports bikes you'll probably be fine with them, but the high bars drive me nuts. I haven't ridden an RS660, but I wouldn't even contemplate swapping my 2019 ZX6R for one. Personally, I hate parallel twins. They sound rough and don't rev. Yuck. Big V twins all day long, but little parallel twins, no thanks.
For what reasons would someone get this over the Triumph Street Triple R? The R has more power and is cheaper than this rs660🤔 I am considering both for my next bike but can't see why I should choose the rs660 for any reason other than it's looks.
If you want a more comfortable, SLIGHTLY punchier naked bike, get the Street Triple R. If you want the best electronics/rider aids package (safest), best looking (important imo), occasional track day and great commuter for only $500 more, get the RS 660.
It will probably be as expensive as the R6 and it's competitors, but is that relevant? This weighs at least 40 lbs less than a R6, and on B roads which will be the quicker bike? An R6 will out accelerate a Duke 890R, but in the canyons... If you want a super sport for track days, after thinking about it for a long time, I've concluded you should get a super sport.
If you're used to 150+ ho and 80+ Torque, you're going to miss it. BUT, the RS 660 is a very fun bike that handles very well with the best electronics.
Honda CBR650R has 95 bhp, weighs 207 kg and it’s top speed is 150 mph. It’s a bit disappointing for a 660cc, 100 bhp and 183 kg sport bike (I know they have different numbers of cylinders). But still ok, I will never see 125 mph (circa 200 kph) on my dash. I’m still thinking of getting RS660 mostly because of the look and electronics. And Aprilia is a cool brand.
I should clarify, the RS 660 was still PULLING before I had to brake for the turn. With more real estate, I could easily surpass 150mph on this bike. Easy. And a smaller rider would go even faster.
Firstly it's twin and that makes a world of difference. Second, it's probably rev limited due to the fact that it's a twin. Still is the most powerful twin per CC out there right now.
Neither the CBR650 or RS660 are about peak speed / peak performance. They are supposed to be good daily machines that can have fun at the track in stock form. If that's all you are interested in (top speed), you are looking at the wrong machines.
My experience is Apes are accurate out of the box. My 2016 Tuono is always on the money when going past a radar trailer. Of the other Aprilia owners I know they say theirs are accurate too.
@@MbareUnited we have over 15 pre-sold RS660's coming and several Akrapovic systems on order. One for me !! So I'll post videos of ALL that once they arrive. Including tests at the track.
@@Victor_Moto so you think can take like more 15 hp with these mods? Because if it's like this, this bike can became a beast almost like r6 power for example (more or less)
@@robertofortunato6867 No. I don't see another 15 hp coming from any stock 660 parallel twin engine. I'd be happy with 5 or 6 additional hp from this stock motor but more interested in overall power/torque improvements from exhaust, intake and engine mapping upgrades. We'll find out soon enough!
In this class, hands down it's my favorite! In fact, for the first time ever, I'm buying one for my shop/myself as part of the first deliveries. I've never done that before.
Thank you, Ankush! I didn't notice any vibration concerns at all during this ride at the track nor during my street ride from a few weeks ago. See that video here if you haven't already: th-cam.com/video/NsY4fxfBiDo/w-d-xo.html
Fast enough for you but there are cheaper options with a better dealer network available. The big four are still a thing and even the Triump Trident is a strong competitor as far as nimble, comfortable little road bike is concerned..
You needed to be coming out of the kink that leads to the back straight in 1st gear or else you’re sacrificing all your drive in a 600 only the 1000s come out of there in 2 because they have the torque for it
Really ? That's surprising. I think I was in the wrong gears in the entire section before that then. Probably the entire lap! 😆. It wasy second time there over a couple years. Looking forward to going back asap.
From purely a usable point of view, the parallel twin makes it much easier to service and simpler to construct, and since it's half of the RSV4 engine, they can match some of the characteristics with the 270 degree crank. I do agree that a V twin would have been awesome, but the parallel twin in this bike seems to possibly be the best one ever made.
@@Victor_Moto look at it this way; Flash the ecu, put a power commander, full exhaust, fender eliminator, -1 +2, racing fairings, slicks etc etc and what do you have? Nothing much because the core of the bike, the shit engine sucks!!! Not only that, but the aftermarket will suffer since no one will bother spending money to improve the bikes performance.. So, dude shows up at bikes and coffee on that thing and others will simply see them as a douche with a poser bike.. Putting lipstick on a pig accomplishes nothing... Btw: 2001 TT600 can be bought for 1000~1500... better to buy 9 of them then the RS660... you'll at least keep up with the modern sportbikes and you'll do it in comfortable bliss!! Try one, those thing are comfy and fast!
I dont accept this as a 600cc IL4 supersport. Cannot believe they die out. Literally perfect machines. Supersports that are not ridicolously powerful like all new 1000s... noone wants them. I dont get it.
@@Victor_Moto Simply because it's not racing engine. If you have any sens for normal engine work you wold notice how this engine is dieing during your torture, he's weak on high revvs... Try some real supersport and you will understand what I am talking about.
@@Victor_Moto Yeah maybe even in Europe where I live But the sound makes the bike so much less attractive...it's like when ask a girl for her number and due to her voice you realise it's a transgender🙈🙈🙈 Don't you think a R6 or a Triumph Daytona sounds better than this uninspired 2 cylinder?
👎👎👎Riders be aware! My rs660 started leaking oil since first couple weeks and it’s been down a the dealership for about 2 months now!! Called aprilia and they don’t seem to want to do anything about it! I have no idea what’s going on!! 👎👎👎 #rs660 #aprilia
227kph, slower than a 2001 TT600, 2007 cbr600rr, 2007 R6 etc etc... It's a 'pretty, but slow bike that can't keep up with the 600s from 15 years ago... Buy a mid 2000s R6, and with the money saved, buy a second one just like it for parts.. it will cost you less than 10000 for both, including oil, filters, tires, damper, sliders and a decent racing suit with helmet.. There you go.. a flop from aprilia trying to cash in on the discontinuation of the middleweight sport bike area with an inferior product.. It's 'pretty' though, and pretty posers are always left feeling ashamed when real bikes costing 1/4 the price can rip them an new asswhole on the streets and the track!
@@Victor_Moto Not true... the 600cc middleweight class is being fazed out.. Cbr600rr and the R6 are both gone... kawi makes the 636 and I bet suzuki will downgrade their class next year since you can still buy 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 gsxr600s new at dealerships for very cheap! The bullshit cbr600f, aprilia crap 660 is the new middleweight class.. So, to say they are not in the same class is somewhat retarded since the middleweight class that dominated the mid 2000s no longer exist and has been replaced with a poser class of bike.. Would you pick a 660 over 2 used R6s? Or two used Cbr600rrs or a brand new gsxr600 for 5000$ less? Yes or No? If yes... well, see you at the finish line or starbucks when you get them, but my coffee will be cold..
@@Victor_Moto lol... I have 3 bikes right now.. I've owned over 30 bikes... I have an alpinestar track suit, shoei helmet, alpinestar boots, pazzo levers etc etc etc.. But, you never answered the question: Would you rather one RS660 or 2 mid 2000s R6 / 600rr? So, do you do track days?
@@Victor_Moto Not an RS660 that's for sure.. Depends on the weekends... 1000rr repost w/180 55 17 for laughs... 07 R6 for competition 01 TT600 to show newbs that even an ugly old bike can be a blast!!
The RS660 is for pansies who want to look cool on a sport bike on public roads which is easily replaced with a Husqvarna Vidpillen 701, unless you use the Autobahn and the Nürburgring. ;)
Highlights of the bike: it handles extremely well and the stock suspension worked great around the bumpy COTA. Auto-blipper shifter was awesome even mid corner with throttle open. Also, if I had more track, I'm sure I'd surpass 150 mph easily, I'm also a bit large for top speed tests. What else would you guys like to see up close of this bike?? I'll be with Aprilia again this Monday. :)
What is your opinion of the build quality and feel?
@@TheG60528XiJinPing on par with Aprilia quality which is great. More intuitive controls and dash interface compared to current RSV4 which is already good. I regret not pushing the bike more !
@@Victor_Moto great to hear!
@@Victor_Moto what were your lap times??
I'm 24.5 hours away from putting my deposit down on one with TJ ........ Would you do the same or what's ahead of it in the same class for the same or less money?
Thanks for actually riding this bike! So many reviewers don’t push it and then gripe about it. You did not look to be struggling to get to 142 at all and yes ThOse Brakes seemed on point! Thank you for the content I’m extra stoked for mine to arrive this month!!!
My pleasure!! Congrats on getting one.
@@Victor_Moto thanks! I was wondering how is the seat height and suspension? I’m 5’5 and 150 but almost a 31 inch inseam? When you road it how did it feel for your height and weight?
That put a smile on my face, and I'm not even the one whos riding it. I'm 5''5 weighing 146 pounds + full exhaust. I can't even imagine it.
Then this bike was designed for you. More for you then me !
I'm 6'6" and planning to get one. I mean if people ride groms, I should be able to ride this right? 🤣
@@TheG60528XiJinPing lol. Yes. You'll be the guy dragging elbow on the RS 660 too.
These are going to take over the MotoAmerica Twins Cup and every Lightweight club category in America.
Agree, 100%! For tye next few years, the rest will be playing catch up.
Such a beautiful machine! And finally some info on its track dynamics, thank-you!
My pleasure! Thanks for watching. Can't wait for our shop RS 660 so we can do as we wish and share.
Great! Test definitely helps us. The people interested and know what this bike brings to the table. Thank you victor
My pleasure! I'll keep it coming. 🙏✌️
@@Victor_Moto please!!! Dooo!!! 😁
Thanks for the video Victor. This just confirms how much more I want the RS 660. The only problem is which color to choose. Lava Red or Acid Gold. See you in December.
Yellow
They both look good! Get Acid Gold if you want to be unique. See you at Chuckwalla.
For some reason your video seems to have attracted a bunch of commenters that are either squids or have actually never ridden a motorcycle, and just like to b!tsh about specs. The RS660 is a great bike, not perfect, but every rider has a different definition of perfect. I've been riding for over 20 years and I'm considering one for my next bike.
Truth! Where are you located ? Test ride one.
Aprilia Power!!!
YESS!! So good!
By it's price the RS660 is competing with the MT-09 and Street Triple RS, both of which are much more powerful, it has only 99 BHP at the crank (equating to roughly 85 bhp at the rear wheel) were the MT-09 has 116bhp and the RS 121bhp, a massive gap.
Fair price comparison but not the same category overall.
@@Victor_Moto Simply because it doesn't fit into any current category, it's not a supersport and it's too expensive to be compared to the Ninja 650 or the CBR650.
I concur.... it's over priced for what it is. I don't think it'll be the sales hit Aprilia desire as it's too niche.
The upcoming cheaper (hopefully) Tuono version appeals but it's competing against the MT-07 and Triumph Trident. Just hope the Tuono will be priced more realistically.
@@fortyfour1654 Good points but it is already the big sales hit. No doubt it will continue to be.
Subscribed! Nice content man
Thank you!
Thanks for the video, was waiting for a video on its track performance. For a parallel twin powerplant, engine sound is amazing and different from generic in-line 4 600s. I think 100hp from a twin is amazing too. What do you reckon its 0 to 60mph time would be?
With me on it, I imagine 0 to 60 would be just over 3 seconds. But I'll see if I can test that for us next time at the track in several weeks and I'll post the video.
Awesome content Victor. Keep it coming. I’ll be coming into the shop early January to talk about getting a new track toy. Any news on the Trofeo?
Thank you, Joseph! 🙏. No confirmations regarding the Trofeo yet. But we're on it ! See you soon.
Great video. Such a cool bike. What do you think the Factory version will bring? Another 10-15bhp? That would make a big difference coming out of those corners.
I don't imagine getting that much more hp from this twin but obviously suspension and maybe wheels. Those two things would make a big difference.
@@Victor_Moto Good to know, thanks 👍🏼
I NEED THIS MOTORCYCLE
We all do.
Might just be my next bike. Thanks Victor. ✊
Arrick! The Smiles/Hour on these bikes are ⤴️. Hope to see you soon bud.
@@Victor_Moto I bet. Coincidentally, Arun and I were chatting about that bike last weekend. Glad to see everything going well for you. 👍
This is a weird bike because it seems to be categorized way above the Ninja 650 and slightly above the CBR650R, but is priced closer to the ZX-6R and R6. If I didn't know how good the CBR650R engine could be with an exhaust and tune, I'd probably be swayed by the RS660. As it is, if I we're going for a track bike that might see street use, I'd go with the ZX-6R. Since I ride mostly street, I'd take the CBR650R and install an exhaust and reflash the ECU.
That's a very fair observation. I like it.
Great stuff here, Victor! I saw KD51’s COTA video too, he pretty much loved it too.
So the question is, do I drive out to Buttonwillow tomorrow to SEE the RS660 in person, or leave that for Chuckwalla when I RIDE it?
BOTH!! And we'll see you there! 😎 And thank you.
Getting passed by R6's like he's standing still.
And R1's. And Panigales and RSV4 1100's. And ZX6's. But nothing in the RS660 class. 🤷🏻♂️
Not to mention the RS660 reeled in the R6 on the brakes. A little.
@@Victor_Moto I'll be testing one for the channel soon. Are they still letting TH-camrs test at COTA?
@@PetroHead I believe you can with permission from the track day organizer. But Aprilia's demo day was just that one day event. The trick will be getting your hands on one.
@@Victor_Moto you mean price class? Because its the same class.
@@michalhubinak6202 - not the same class. It's closer in class to the Ninja 650 or CBR650.
What a fun event! Great footage! Is COTA really that bumpy? I've heard stories but haven't ridden on it yet ..even though I live in Austin.
Thank you. YES, it's that bumpy. Especially that left hand kink before the last left hander before the back straight. AND the back straight is definitely bumpy.
@@Victor_Moto It's a shame such a great track has those faults. Thanks for the insight!
@@epicmotorcyclechannel307 right !?
Still can't wait to go back though! 🤷🏻♂️
@@Victor_Moto maybe I'll see you there one day! :)
Very cool. What did the rsv4 run on the back straight?
Funny you should ask! I just edited that video of three back-straight runs on the RSV4 1100. I'll upload it tomorrow morning. 👍👍 The Speed wobbles were NUTS!
Great Video!!!!!!!
Thank you! We're taking our own RS 660 to the track in a few weeks. Look out for that content here. Thanks for watching.
Hello man and cheers from France.
Thanks for the video on track and 1 subscribe (European presentation of the bike was made on road with 5 degrés celcius so the sport aspect couldn't be revealed..)
I am really interested in this bike because I do 6 to 10 tracks days per year and I go to work with. I will follow your update.
I ride a 890 Duke r and I'm wondering if I will change or not. The riding position might be better while the power is less than the ktm. The ktm engine 890 cc is absolutely fantastic and expressive!!
I'm considering how to loose weight and optimize the power with remap ecu.
My question would be about brakes and chassis. Does it seem "enough" as a confirmed rider or will I use 100% of these parts. Isn't it too much road & track compromised?
Thanks man!
Good questions Arnaud! I honestly was very very impressed with the brakes at Circuit of the Americas especially braking after the long back Straight and the fring straight, both require shifting down to second or first gear.
More detailed response soon! Getting ready to go to the track again this morning !! 😁😁
@@Victor_Moto 😁😁🏁
Don't forget to tag my name so I can read your future response. ✊🏻
@@dudunelkee copy !
@@Victor_Moto soooo..?! What's up?
Velocità massima 228km/h 😉✌️
Exactly.
avevo pensato 230 ma comunque siamo lì😂
thats pretty okay but i really thought it would be a little bit faster like 240kmh maybe.
@@pferdnase5927 I guarantee, it would surpass 240kmh with more track.
@@Victor_Moto thanks for the fast response! yeah i think that too. maybe near 250 should be possible on the highway. thanks for uploading the video, its so fun to see the bike in action! That sound is so crazy, little RSV4!! Hyped af on mine!
Thanks a lot
My pleasure! More soon.
I'm thinking about getting the rs660 or the zx6r similarly priced in my country. do you think there would be a massive gap in performance between those 2 bikes?
Different class of bike. The RS 660 is a more comfortable bike yet still performs really well whether it's on the track or the street. It is much more user friendly than the ZX6R and much better electronics. But the ZX6R is a little faster if you have the skill.
The ZX6R has a much smoother engine (4 cylinder vs parallel twin), 30% more horsepower and a more racey riding position. If you like riding a sports bike on twisty roads, the clip on bars of the ZX6R are much better. The RS660 has higher bars. If you aren't used to sports bikes you'll probably be fine with them, but the high bars drive me nuts. I haven't ridden an RS660, but I wouldn't even contemplate swapping my 2019 ZX6R for one.
Personally, I hate parallel twins. They sound rough and don't rev. Yuck. Big V twins all day long, but little parallel twins, no thanks.
@@MyMednas And yet this parallel twin sounds better than the four cylinder ZX6R...
I have a 2022 zx6r my top speed on it was 169 mph.
For what reasons would someone get this over the Triumph Street Triple R? The R has more power and is cheaper than this rs660🤔 I am considering both for my next bike but can't see why I should choose the rs660 for any reason other than it's looks.
If you want a more comfortable, SLIGHTLY punchier naked bike, get the Street Triple R. If you want the best electronics/rider aids package (safest), best looking (important imo), occasional track day and great commuter for only $500 more, get the RS 660.
It will probably be as expensive as the R6 and it's competitors, but is that relevant? This weighs at least 40 lbs less than a R6, and on B roads which will be the quicker bike? An R6 will out accelerate a Duke 890R, but in the canyons... If you want a super sport for track days, after thinking about it for a long time, I've concluded you should get a super sport.
Good points. The R6 feels like a 300 until 10,000 RPM.
I wish Aprilia made a Tuono V4 850, would be perfect and not as evil as the 1100.
That would be interesting. I'm happy with the 1000 & 1100 V4's though. Very.
@@Victor_Moto hard to enjoy on the street though, especially in the tyrant country Australia! But yes, amazing bike
@@akent46 true. Not ideal for streat unless you can dodge trouble well.
Hey mate I'm coming of a mt10 will I get bored of this bike revving the shit out of it ?
If you're used to 150+ ho and 80+ Torque, you're going to miss it.
BUT, the RS 660 is a very fun bike that handles very well with the best electronics.
@@Victor_Moto the main thing I love is the looks and with a full system it sounds like a race bike
@@ktm-kr9mm It's a very fun bike.
Honda CBR650R has 95 bhp, weighs 207 kg and it’s top speed is 150 mph. It’s a bit disappointing for a 660cc, 100 bhp and 183 kg sport bike (I know they have different numbers of cylinders). But still ok, I will never see 125 mph (circa 200 kph) on my dash. I’m still thinking of getting RS660 mostly because of the look and electronics. And Aprilia is a cool brand.
I should clarify, the RS 660 was still PULLING before I had to brake for the turn. With more real estate, I could easily surpass 150mph on this bike. Easy. And a smaller rider would go even faster.
Firstly it's twin and that makes a world of difference. Second, it's probably rev limited due to the fact that it's a twin. Still is the most powerful twin per CC out there right now.
@@ampm9771 Exactly. And top speed is not really a priority here, imo. Handling, usable power and electronics is class-leading.
Peak power means nothing
Neither the CBR650 or RS660 are about peak speed / peak performance. They are supposed to be good daily machines that can have fun at the track in stock form. If that's all you are interested in (top speed), you are looking at the wrong machines.
Do you know how accurate the speedometre is? These things are often off by quite a margin... Any chance on a test speed run with GPS?
Since the bike is all stock, I trust the speedometer. Next time I get a chance, I'll test it with GPS and post the video.
@@Victor_Moto stock bikes still like to exaggerate. I wish they just said the actual mph
My experience is Apes are accurate out of the box. My 2016 Tuono is always on the money when going past a radar trailer. Of the other Aprilia owners I know they say theirs are accurate too.
@@saisr1 Didnt know that was even legal. I thought manufacturers had to exagerate the speedo for safety reasons.
@@saisr1ditto. I think the RS 660 was accurate. I'll check it with GPS next time.
Thanks Victor
I needed to know the max speed
My pleasure. Let me know what else you'd like to know. 👍
@@Victor_Moto in my opinion to increase the power it needs the full exaust akrapovic provided by aprilia
@@MbareUnited we have over 15 pre-sold RS660's coming and several Akrapovic systems on order. One for me !! So I'll post videos of ALL that once they arrive. Including tests at the track.
@@Victor_Moto nice bike
I want see it go up to 250 km/h
@@MbareUnited I'm sure that'll be posted soon.
Good power
Yes! Lots of grunt in this 660 twin.
Would've been awesome if you did a 0-60 mph test too
I'll do that next time! Good point.
So what’s happening at chuckwalla
Jan 18th? Trackday?
Yes! Are you local?
@@Victor_Moto yes
Ventura county
Guys for you, with exhaust, filter and map, on dyno test this bike can reach 260/70 km/h?
260, sure. We'll find out soon enough.
@@Victor_Moto so you think can take like more 15 hp with these mods?
Because if it's like this, this bike can became a beast almost like r6 power for example (more or less)
@@robertofortunato6867 No. I don't see another 15 hp coming from any stock 660 parallel twin engine. I'd be happy with 5 or 6 additional hp from this stock motor but more interested in overall power/torque improvements from exhaust, intake and engine mapping upgrades. We'll find out soon enough!
Salut , que pensse tu comparer a une r6 2018 ou une zx6r ? Tu penses que c est pareille ou mieux vaut prendre une autre moto ? Merci
Vous ne devez pas comparer le RS 660 au R6 ou au ZX6R. Catégorie différente. Cela dépend de ce que vous recherchez.
Is this your current personal favorite bike? If not, which bikes do you personally prefer to the RS660?
In this class, hands down it's my favorite! In fact, for the first time ever, I'm buying one for my shop/myself as part of the first deliveries. I've never done that before.
Hey any vibrations or mirrors not doing there job properly.
Ps. Great video ☺️ New sub 👍
Thank you, Ankush! I didn't notice any vibration concerns at all during this ride at the track nor during my street ride from a few weeks ago. See that video here if you haven't already: th-cam.com/video/NsY4fxfBiDo/w-d-xo.html
how tall are you? Do u think i will be find with beeing 6.2 tall on this bike?
We're the same height. You'll love it.
I really want to know if it is possible to elbow down this machine with the high steering and low footrest
I'm sure it's possible but easier on racier ergonomics like the RSV4.
you can elbow down a Tuono so....
How fast is it from 0 - 60? 😊
How are the vibrations?
Non issue. Didn't notice any vibration.
Rs 660 topspeed 141-150 mph 250+kph
Correct.
It's an R6 as it's not a cross-plane sound and the revs are too high for an R1 IMHO!
There were a couple track prepped R6's that were flying.
what is the price of rs 660 aprillai ?
In the USA, $11,299.
Plenty fast enough for a nimble, comfortable little road bike. It will sell by the bucketload.
Agreed. Super fun sporty middleweight with superior electronics, even compared to bigger bikes.
Fast enough for you but there are cheaper options with a better dealer network available. The big four are still a thing and even the Triump Trident is a strong competitor as far as nimble, comfortable little road bike is concerned..
@@worldhello1234 nothing comes close to the RS 660 electronics package.
Is the bike stock?
Yes. 100%
@@Victor_Moto that's very impressive. I'd love to see what it can do with a full exhaust and a tune
@@0fVolfAndMan I'll have to find out! ;)
You needed to be coming out of the kink that leads to the back straight in 1st gear or else you’re sacrificing all your drive in a 600 only the 1000s come out of there in 2 because they have the torque for it
Really ? That's surprising. I think I was in the wrong gears in the entire section before that then. Probably the entire lap! 😆. It wasy second time there over a couple years. Looking forward to going back asap.
@@Victor_Moto yah bro i saw your video on the 1100 Aprilia and i thing you actually did come out of there in 1st gear so you got it 👍🏽
@@chriswarner8696 thanks ! Scary bump there though.
All stock ??
100%.
I wish aprilia had made this V-twin.
Very happy with this parallel twin power delivery and it's sound!
@@Victor_Moto Still it carries very respectable corner speed.
@@ampm9771 I'll post a video of a pro racer who past me on a stock RS 660. Dude was flying through the esses.
That's the Ducati v2 dude
From purely a usable point of view, the parallel twin makes it much easier to service and simpler to construct, and since it's half of the RSV4 engine, they can match some of the characteristics with the 270 degree crank. I do agree that a V twin would have been awesome, but the parallel twin in this bike seems to possibly be the best one ever made.
Hmm that was impressive for the 100% stock bike
I thought so. Can't wait for our shop RS 660 to build.
0-60 would probably be around 4.3 if you're lucky.. hence the reason they're not doing the 0-60 test
I'll give it a shot next time we're at the track which is coming up real soon. I'll post the video.
@@Victor_Moto The is no Victor on that Moto..
@@wescoast6903 huh ?
@@Victor_Moto look at it this way;
Flash the ecu, put a power commander, full exhaust, fender eliminator, -1 +2, racing fairings, slicks etc etc and what do you have?
Nothing much because the core of the bike, the shit engine sucks!!!
Not only that, but the aftermarket will suffer since no one will bother spending money to improve the bikes performance..
So, dude shows up at bikes and coffee on that thing and others will simply see them as a douche with a poser bike..
Putting lipstick on a pig accomplishes nothing...
Btw: 2001 TT600 can be bought for 1000~1500... better to buy 9 of them then the RS660... you'll at least keep up with the modern sportbikes and you'll do it in comfortable bliss!!
Try one, those thing are comfy and fast!
@@wescoast6903 what do you currently ride at the track ?
Just needs 10 more ponies
I bet Aprilia Racing will offer a kit to get that.
I dont accept this as a 600cc IL4 supersport. Cannot believe they die out. Literally perfect machines. Supersports that are not ridicolously powerful like all new 1000s... noone wants them. I dont get it.
No one wants what ? The 1000+'s?
Unristricted an bolt ons it will put power down I’m sure
We'll find out soon.
That brake fluid is looking milky:)
Almond milky. ;)
Not R6 level.... but its more like kawi and cbr class
Definitely different class than the R6.
Same
we want rs 660 factory
...in the meantime, we'll make one. 👌😉
1:28 prob r1
I think so too.
Well how manu hm/h Are 141 mph? thks :)
What's hm/h?
@@Victor_Moto km/h i meant
@@noceranunzio 227 km/h.
who in their sick mind would ask a youtube comment to convert a unit
hi victor, the suzuki sv650s got better top speed (maybe)
No, it does not.
@@Victor_Moto but no doubt, its better than yamaha r7
@@mogaos5676 the R7 is a toy in comparison.
@@Victor_Moto sorry, i mean rs 660 is faster than r7 yes
My R6 2020 hits 150mph easily, and I did not tune the bike.
What about the Ninja 650 and CBR650? Don't compare the RS 660 to the R6.
234km/h
240km/h would be easy with more track.
@@Victor_Moto Probably :)
225kph thank me later 😂
What do you mean?
@@Victor_Moto top speed bro in Kmph you odometer showed in Mph
@@aninagpal229 Oh! Of course. Grazie.
Minchia!
Fanculo!
@@Victor_Moto tua mamma!
@@antoniotruscello7980 ti amo. 😘
I thought it would be faster. My tuono 1100 factory would smoke it around there
You thought a 660 twin would be faster than an 1100 V4 ?
@@Victor_Moto no, just thought the gap would be closer
Good for 100 hp
Very good. Can't wait for January 18th.
Mi state dicendo che la nuova rs 660 va quanto la vecchia rs 250😂🤦♂️
Ti sto dicendo che è MEGLIO!
È troppo lenta sul rettilineo delle uscite delle curve Aprilia farebbe bene a fare solo il 2 tempi
Forse sono io che sono troppo lento?
This is NOT a racing bike bro, don't push it to the limits, its worthless!
Why would you say that?
@@Victor_Moto Simply because it's not racing engine. If you have any sens for normal engine work you wold notice how this engine is dieing during your torture, he's weak on high revvs...
Try some real supersport and you will understand what I am talking about.
@@probaproba1780 Are you saying that the RS660 should not be ridden on the track?
too slow getting on the power and braking too early, definitely more speed available
I agree. I'll be a little more comfortable on our shop RS660.
@@Victor_Moto anyone else say what top speeds they were hitting, like that racer?
Simply it's sh it
I think you meant, "THE shit." ?
Even interceptor 650 have a top speed of 180+🙄
Prove it.
I would love to buy this bike, but the sound is sooo 💩💩💩
Order one asap. They will sell out for the year.
@@Victor_Moto Yeah maybe even in Europe where I live
But the sound makes the bike so much less attractive...it's like when ask a girl for her number and due to her voice you realise it's a transgender🙈🙈🙈
Don't you think a R6 or a Triumph Daytona sounds better than this uninspired 2 cylinder?
I mean even my R3 sounds better and it also just has two cylinders🤷🏼♂️
@@klauskinski2218 the RS 660 has two cylinders.
@@klauskinski2218 I think this RS660 is the best sounding middleweight 2 cylinder.
👎👎👎Riders be aware! My rs660 started leaking oil since first couple weeks and it’s been down a the dealership for about 2 months now!! Called aprilia and they don’t seem to want to do anything about it! I have no idea what’s going on!!
👎👎👎 #rs660 #aprilia
What state are you in? Where are you located? What is the dealer's diagnosis?
It's a nice bike, probably will be a great all around bike. But, it's not that impressive.
Great all-around middleweight sportbike. The best I think.
The r6 would be faster !!
Just like an R1 would be. 👍
Rs 660 is not a supersport. It's more comparable to a Ninja 650.
@@stephen5665 Exactly. Thank you!
Oh so it like your gixxer then ! I’m luckily enough to have the 2018 r6 a real bike
@@saw6463 a "real" bike? 🤔
YOUR NOT GOING WIN ANY RACES ON THAT THING WASTE OF MONEY TAKE IT BACK...
I'll come back to this comment after it starts winning every race in it's class. :)
Cut off.. limiters
True. But protects the engine as well.
I have pulsar Rs200 it reach up to 150km/hr....👌
Is that fast?
@@Victor_Moto off course it is fast...
honestly... the new 660 looks cheap.
Have you seen it in person?
227kph, slower than a 2001 TT600, 2007 cbr600rr, 2007 R6 etc etc...
It's a 'pretty, but slow bike that can't keep up with the 600s from 15 years ago...
Buy a mid 2000s R6, and with the money saved, buy a second one just like it for parts.. it will cost you less than 10000 for both, including oil, filters, tires, damper, sliders and a decent racing suit with helmet..
There you go.. a flop from aprilia trying to cash in on the discontinuation of the middleweight sport bike area with an inferior product..
It's 'pretty' though, and pretty posers are always left feeling ashamed when real bikes costing 1/4 the price can rip them an new asswhole on the streets and the track!
As soon as someone starts comparing the RS660 to R6's, CBR600RR's, etc., that's where I stop reading. Different class.
@@Victor_Moto Not true... the 600cc middleweight class is being fazed out.. Cbr600rr and the R6 are both gone... kawi makes the 636 and I bet suzuki will downgrade their class next year since you can still buy 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 gsxr600s new at dealerships for very cheap!
The bullshit cbr600f, aprilia crap 660 is the new middleweight class..
So, to say they are not in the same class is somewhat retarded since the middleweight class that dominated the mid 2000s no longer exist and has been replaced with a poser class of bike..
Would you pick a 660 over 2 used R6s? Or two used Cbr600rrs or a brand new gsxr600 for 5000$ less?
Yes or No?
If yes... well, see you at the finish line or starbucks when you get them, but my coffee will be cold..
What do you currently ride at the track ?
@@Victor_Moto lol... I have 3 bikes right now.. I've owned over 30 bikes...
I have an alpinestar track suit, shoei helmet, alpinestar boots, pazzo levers etc etc etc..
But, you never answered the question:
Would you rather one RS660 or 2 mid 2000s R6 / 600rr?
So, do you do track days?
@@Victor_Moto Not an RS660 that's for sure..
Depends on the weekends... 1000rr repost w/180 55 17 for laughs...
07 R6 for competition
01 TT600 to show newbs that even an ugly old bike can be a blast!!
Top speed 140 a 141 KKKKKKKKKKKKK 👎👎👎👎👎👎👎
150+ is easy with more track.
r6
no
R6
What about R6 ?
The RS660 is for pansies who want to look cool on a sport bike on public roads which is easily replaced with a Husqvarna Vidpillen 701, unless you use the Autobahn and the Nürburgring. ;)
What do you ride on the track ?
ktm smc 660 2003 still faster :P
Haha!