@@SK_XIII I got the stars and stripes edition. As far as wait times, they didn't have a solid answer, not sure if that's due to the limited nature, or if they are still just floating somewhere out there on the ocean. Hopefully 30 days or less, but not gonna hold my breath. I feel like it's the start of December and I'm 6 years old again heh
@@chrisdavis7533 I have been seeing more and more people taking deliveries of their stars and stripes editions online though! So maybe you'll get yours soon mate!
@@chrisdavis7533 I feel you on that one bro! I was extremely lucky I was able to buy and get mine right away. Can't imagine waiting a long time. I did hear that some people waited like 6 months to get theirs when it first released....crazyyy
The ‘rider aids’ on the Rs660 are so good BECAUSE they don’t interfere with normal riding (if you set them appropriately)… they are just there to help save you, if you potentially make a mistake at an inopportune time… it makes pushing on this thing so much more fun
Lovely bike, especially in those colours. Throwback to '95 when Aprilia launched the RS250. That was hugely popular here in the UK and much sought after. Emissions regulations saw the end of it unfortunately with it being a 2 stroke. Ride safe
I know people buying their second ever motorcycle usually don't buy another similar CC bike like I might do. I grew up riding starting with an 80cc at age 12 and up to my last 500cc, - a KX500 dirtbike until about two years ago at age 42 when I sold it. My first motorcycle is a like new condition, 2008 Suzuki GSX650F - (656cc Inline-4) that had 28k miles when I bought it. It's a heavy bike for this class at 531 pounds wet. Over a year & just over 5,500+ miles later, I've had no problems with the bike or it's weight. It has a decent 85 HP & 45 LB-FT @ the crank with an aggressively geared 6-speed manual transmission. Bone stock & at 60 mph in 6th gear, it's at 5,300 rpm's! It has a 12,500 rpm redline with an approx. 12,800 rpm rev limiter. Anyway, I know the Aprilia RS660 has about 15 more HP & about 5 more LB-FT of torque vs. my bike... But the big difference is the approximately 130 pounds less weight, and that extra power. That weight advantage for the RS660 is huge on a motorcycle. Despite the weight, my GSX650F was tested and still did 0-60 in 3.7 seconds. It ran 11.94 @ 110.1 mph through the 1/4 mile. It has a governed top speed of 135 mph. Lastly, it did 0-100 mph in a respectable 8.97 seconds. The RS660 is definitely faster, as it should be... It did 0-60 in 3.27 seconds & ran the 1/4 mile in 11.29 @ 124 mph. It has a 145 mph Top Speed. I honestly think it would be a nice second bike for me... I really don't need a 9 or 10 second bike on the street. Low 11's is a nice gain of acceleration vs. the high 11's my bike runs. Oh wow, sorry for the super long comment. I'll subscribe after this comment. Safe travels man! Nice RS660! That's the color I want 😎👍
Excellent video, I too would have chosen the aprilia from the list of bikes you mention. I may have also considered the Triumph Street triple rs, but the exclusivity of the aprilia is a definite bonus as is the superb exhaust note. It’s great to see that you’re enjoying the extra power, the quick shifter must be a joy to use. You certainly have some excellent roads. Here in Britain, it’s far more more congested and there are many speed detecting cameras to be aware of. I look forward to seeing more “aprilia action”, best wishes.
Thanks F! I am not ruling the Triumph Street Triple out in the future :D The sound of the triple alone is....simply amazing! Are there speed cameras even in the country side?!
@@SK_XIII In the countryside there are average speed cameras which are actually worse than the city based single types. These compute your average speed over quite a long distance and automatically send you a fine in the mail if you exceed the speed limit of that road. We just have to be careful. I can still have fun on my mt 03 though.
Love the fact that I live in the EU, I've got like 6 Piaggio/Aprilia service centers within half an hour of driving, and even when I'm on a roadtrip I'm never more then an hour away
Thank you for the video. The only thing I know by being an Aprilia customer. The bike will fail you fast. If not the bike the client service. Drive safe, cheers
There is so much to like about this machine. I really want one, but I see all these horror stories about the build quality. Check engine lights @ 200 miles, cracked engine blocks, other engine oil leaks, leaking forks etc.This would only be a toy, not a daily, so I could put up with some problems, but hate to go on long trip and get stranded.
I had the same concerns and do hesitate to take long trips. But the more I ride it, it has been solid for me so far. Definitely starting to push the distance per ride out. If you don't have a dealer by you, I would think twice about this bike... :/
@@JCoastr Only reason I went with Lava Red is because my MT03 was already black. But those are my top 2 picks for sure. Wasn't really feeling the Acid Gold
great review, especially the bit about recalls and proximity to dealer network, hadn't considered that. what was your otd cost out in ca? is the blue a bit purply in person?
@@SK_XIII Apex Black xD I only tried the bike with the akrapovic exhaust and the sound was awsome (despite a bit to loud for my taste)... so I wondered how the bike would sound stock and I really enjoyed to watch your vid ;) i clearly support your idea of a exhaust sou d oriented video, people like me will really apreciate! Nice and safe rides V
@@Omeninho Ahh gotcha gotcha, good choice mate! Hopefully yours will be arriving soon :D I got a new sound recorder so I will put it to the test for this beautiful exhaust for y'all. Cheers!
What up bro! If you're in socal let's meet up. I bought my 660 about 6 months ago. Apex black. In the 6 months of ownership, I have never seen another RS in the wild.
Whats goin on mate! haha nahh I am in NoCal! But glad to know there are some more California RS 660 owners out here. Same here actually....never seen an RS, but I did see a Tuono 660 once loll
Beautiful bike man!! I love the RS660. It really checks all I would want in a bike. I’m 6 ‘2 and don’t want to lay on the tank, want the sport look and feel with comfort, more power than I will ever need, plus! Enjoy 👍
I want the 660 so bad but the closest authorized dealer is over an hour away from me!! R7 is looking more attainable but I don't think I'd be completely satisfied with it
I'd imagine it is tough to own an Aprilia without a dealer to do warranty work on it :/ I was actually holding out until I heard news about the proclaimed "R9" that might be coming...But who knows when they will announce that! Was hoping it would be closer to the RS 660 because the R7 isn't quite there :/
Up until a week ago I was convinced I was going to get a Kawasaki ninja 400 as my first bike, I like the KRT styling but I also like to do my homework and plan ahead and that is when I discovered the Learner Approved Aprilia RS660 ( detuned to 40 kW for 1 yr ) so I only really need to buy 1 bike
@@SK_XIII the up side is I would have the opportunity to familiarise myself with its balance, responses and characteristics before it's essentially unlocked from 55hp to 100hp. No buying a learner specific bike that will depreciate and then purchase another bike with completely different positioning as well as performance.
@@SGTMARSHALL1 I will say, one of the things I miss about my last bike is the familiarity and just overall feeling comfortable with the ride. Re-learning is fun, but can be annoying at times as well :D
@@SK_XIII I don't mind advancement but I don't like change and I will give you an example . . . I live in Australia so indicators have always been on the right side of a steering wheel and windscreen wipers are on the left, when I drive a European or RHD American vehicle they are opposite so when I jump from my Mercedes or Camaro back to an Australian vehicle I go to take a corner and the wipers are activated. I don't like fighting instincts and muscle memory, when you look for a clock or Hazzard lights they should always be in the obvious position and I hate the Aston Martin tacho that moves counterclockwise. On a bike you know the clutch is always on the left while brake and throttle are on the right. It's logical and user friendly
@@SGTMARSHALL1 very true mate! I can be similar when it comes to mechanical things.So glad that motorcycles stay consistent at least compared to cars! :D
I’d like a bike like this potentially as a second bike to my MT-09. Only thing stopping me is that it is a bit pricey and I’m not sure that I want a twin again.
Considering that bike for my next bike however I've seen multiple review showing the rear brake doing that noise at 4:41 does it still do it after a while?
I have a Ninja 650 and looking to upgrade technology-ABS etc- and a little more power. Wouldn't mind a little more aggressive seating position. Looking at the Aprilia and the Ducati Supersport. I'm short and the Ducati has a low seat and i would have same seat height as my 650. How tall are you? or inseam? Curious how you feel about the seat height.
I am 5'10" and I am on my toes on the Aprilia. But I am accustomed to only putting one foot down usually anyways. I think seat height is decent for the Aprilia, but definitely not as comfy as my previous MT03
I bought a 2021 last October and it's been a decent bike. I've only put 2200 miles on it as this past winter in Texas was crap. As an experienced rider of 41 years, I'd say it's a great all around bike, albeit a bit under-powered for me. I'll keep the bike for another 4 or 5 thousand miles and go from there.
@@SK_XIII Overall, I'd say it's been good. I had one oil leak that I brought it to the dealer for, which really isn't that big of a deal. I could see where this bike as your, or someones second bike, would be a tremendous upgrade. I have to wring its neck in the corners to get my blood flowing. The tires, while not spent, are inadequate for my needs. Seems they take too long to heat up or something like that. I'm putting on a set of ContiRace Attacks next week, which have a lower operating temp and killer grip. Amongst others, I've used them extensively and find they're the best for me.
@@xroadracer Yeahh experience will definitely be difference depending on what you were coming from before. What did you ride before the RS? Going to definitely have to look into the ContiRace tires when it comes time to replace current ones. I wanna try out different kinds to see what works best for me as well
@@SK_XIII Well, since you asked… In 1981 at 18 yrs old, my first bike was a 1980 GS1000S (because a GS1000 was the first street bike I ever rode), then it went like this… New 1984 Honda 500 Interceptor>1986 Honda 500 Interceptor Racebike>1986 GSX-R 750 Limited Edition>1990’s Honda CBR600 Racebike>1998GSX-R 750 (sold to raise a family)>2018 Yamaha R3>New 2020 R6>2019 Yamaha MT-10>2021 RS660
@@YYTRiD Oooof the RSV4 is perfection when it comes to engine sound. Hands down my fav sound on a bike. I feel like parts for the V2 may be harder to come by for a track bike if you ever go down vs parts at your fingertips for the zx6r...
I love how those bikes look but my cousin bought a brand new one and it already been tru two motors the plastics are melting of when he rides and the bike been more in the dealer then the road all is giving him is problems
@@SK_XIII yea it sucks i would of never kept the bike… i wouldnt want to pay that much money for a bike that already went tru two motors i dont kno but the motors went out on it and then most of the plastics that are left are melting and they getting hold on now by zip ties
@@cbrgod9406 TBH, I love the RS 660...but if mine had that many problems, I would probably let it go...sounds like a money pit after warranty expires lol
Solid video man! Been trying to figure out the same issues you went over and it does seem like the perfect fit as well. Also, I see that you are riding in my neighborhood lol what dealership did you get yours at?
@@SK_XIII im from san jose so im going to try Spirit motorcycles but the best one ive talked to so far is in Oakland "two wheels rockridge".. they dont charge that crazy prep fee.
Did they have the yellow 2022 with red wheels in stock? I'm also located in the Bay Area. Communication from the 3 shops hasn't been so good which is wild cause I'd pay for the bike in cash🤷🏽♂️
@@SK_XIII nah I haven't. I'm leaving the country for two months in about two weeks. I just ordered a 2022 Mercedes but it won't be here til August or September. How long you think the home will take? I'd pay up front
@@grahambillions Not sure if you were asking about wait times for the rs 660, but I hear people placing their orders now are being told 4-6 weeks for it to come in if they are lucky. I would order one now if you want it for this riding season :/
@@SK_XIII yeah I talked to the shop in Oakland and they told me out the door $14.8k for the Acid Yellow. That seems ridiculously high to me for a bike that retail at $11.5k
@@grahambillions That's wild! You should check out the Aprilia store and look at the costs online. Can try calling dealers with that the number the Aprilia website shows so that you can see if they will honor the online price
4:36 if brand new bike will do like that , i will burn it and done with it ! sorry , i like a lot the tehc in this bike but , is an aprilia and they are crap. I need to chose my second bike , first was an 04 sv650 , and i have 2 options right now , rs 660 and cbr650r . Guess ho is goanna win ?
Are you referring to the rear brake squeal? It does annoy me, but I don't think it's nearly enough to make the bike is "crap" 😂. Whatever bike you get, hope you enjoy it!
I've about came to the RS660 conclusion. I bought my original Aprilia for the same reason. I fix my own so dealer not needed. I'm coming from a liter bike but I'm 61 going on 75 so I think I'll be okay. 😂
@@SK_XIII I have a 2001 RSV Mille. I put 50k mostly track miles on her. Those big twins are rugged. Give it the gas and hang on, shut off the gas and get thrown over the bars. Lol
did u buy ur bike in spirit motorcycle in san jose(I am assuming you are bc this is in hillside)? you and I had pretty much have the same reasoning with brand rarity. Although my bike is not an RS 660, I do feel the same pros and cons of owning a out of the norm brand. I currently own A husqvarna svartpilen 701, and I rarely see any one riding this motorcycle in the area. It is my first bike and I am now shopping for a new bike. The one that I am eyeing is the tuono v4. Maybe I watched too many videos of that motorcycle that your video ended up in my recommendation. P.S I also work at health care and a huge tech guy. My past works were in electronic companies lol
I didn't actually! I called them multiple times to ask for a quote....and they just simply never got back to me, so I took my business elsewhere :D Are you looking at the new 2021+ refreshed Tuono V4? That is definitely one of my dream bikes mate! Woot woot! Nice to see a fellow healthcare worker on 2 wheels. Ride safe mate!
@@SK_XIII that doesn’t sound good. I think they are more focus on their triumphs line of bikes. When I went there the convo always comebacks to triumph. I did not like that. Yes, I am looking to buy the new tuono v4. I am just patiently waiting for the 2022 ultra dark color and also saving up my money for it. If you don’t mind telling me, did you ended up buying your bike in SF dealer or the one in Oakland? Anyways ride safe brother! If you want to ride highway 9 or just want to explore hit me up. I live like somewhere in campbell.
@@tkurban Ahhh yeah seems like poor experience all around over there :/ I ended up finding a really good deal in a SoCal dealership. But before I found that deal, I was going to go to the one in Oakland. Had great experiences on the phone with SF and Oakland dealers though. Ayeee yeah that'd be dope! Haven't been up on the 9 with my bike yet :p Been a lot with my car though.
@@SK_XIII I'm looking to buy one of these, if you don't mind me asking what did you pay for it? I also went to spirit in san jose and they wanted over 15k for it lol
@@echosama Sheesh. At least they got back to you with a quote 😂. When I was shopping around NorCal, the other 2 bay area dealers provided much lower quotes. Paid almost 13k for mine. Recommend calling around mate
Thats tough man. Are you mechanically inclined at all? After the first service you dont really need to go to the dealer, unless there are warranty claims :/
I agree with Aprilia being way less common, it's nice to see them for sure. My buddy back east before I moved had an RS 660 for his first bike, I personally only liked the sound (and the seat). The seat was really comfy compared to my R6. I didn't like more upright seating posture nor the shake from it being 2 stroke. He ended up trading it in for another Aprilia 1100 factory. After riding both of those, the 1100 felt WAYY better - just still a lot different from my R6.
By 2 stroke, what did you mean? We might mean very different things when we say 2 stroke in the motorcycle world But yeah, i can imagine the 660 not being a hit in the US since the roads don’t suit anything below supersport or superbike power
if you are concerned about quick shifters up and down you need to go to the basics of motorcycling first thing. Second you said aprilia is value for money ? Biggest joke over heard in a while but w/e makes you sleep at night better. 3rd Unreliable - that why you do not see them on rods that much besides being overpriced. 4th Stop flexing that you bought aprilia - if you flex that you have a rare bike on road " look at me guys" stop riding because you trying to flex. If you need lean sensitive IMU again go back to basic and please for God sake never say that again if you need lean sensitive IMU on streets - you are going TOO fast... but looking at you light pull acceleration - you afraid of the bike you speed on street after you barely took off from light. But you do you man... You are looking for a comfortable supersport or sport bike - biggest bs I've heard again you do you man... slightly more expensive than R7 hahahah it's almost 2.5 k more than R7 and almost 3 k more than Ninja 650 ..... lol again stop lying to yourself
I am waiting for my RS 660, sold my previous bike and badly want the RS 660 since I am bikeless at the moment.
Great video, loved your insights
Nice! What bike did you have before? And what color did ya end up ordering for the RS?
Me too I ordered one and it's on it's way to my door I just hope it's fully assembled and only needs gas
I ordered mine last week as an early birthday present to myself. Can't wait to get out there on it.
Ayeee nice! What color did ya end up ordering? And what are wait times looking like now?
@@SK_XIII I got the stars and stripes edition. As far as wait times, they didn't have a solid answer, not sure if that's due to the limited nature, or if they are still just floating somewhere out there on the ocean. Hopefully 30 days or less, but not gonna hold my breath.
I feel like it's the start of December and I'm 6 years old again heh
@@chrisdavis7533 I have been seeing more and more people taking deliveries of their stars and stripes editions online though! So maybe you'll get yours soon mate!
@@SK_XIII I sure hope so! nothing I can do but be patient though.
I wish I didn't suck at being patient heh
@@chrisdavis7533 I feel you on that one bro! I was extremely lucky I was able to buy and get mine right away. Can't imagine waiting a long time. I did hear that some people waited like 6 months to get theirs when it first released....crazyyy
The ‘rider aids’ on the Rs660 are so good BECAUSE they don’t interfere with normal riding (if you set them appropriately)… they are just there to help save you, if you potentially make a mistake at an inopportune time… it makes pushing on this thing so much more fun
Lovely bike, especially in those colours.
Throwback to '95 when Aprilia launched the RS250.
That was hugely popular here in the UK and much sought after.
Emissions regulations saw the end of it unfortunately with it being a 2 stroke.
Ride safe
As soon as I saw the lava red colorway...I knew a lot of folks who owned the RS250 back then or till now, would enjoy it. Cheers mate!
Great video and info brotha! I’m looking at getting a rs 660 soon. Would have to go with the acid gold!
Ayee! Glad to hear it mate!
I know people buying their second ever motorcycle usually don't buy another similar CC bike like I might do. I grew up riding starting with an 80cc at age 12 and up to my last 500cc, - a KX500 dirtbike until about two years ago at age 42 when I sold it. My first motorcycle is a like new condition, 2008 Suzuki GSX650F - (656cc Inline-4) that had 28k miles when I bought it. It's a heavy bike for this class at 531 pounds wet. Over a year & just over 5,500+ miles later, I've had no problems with the bike or it's weight. It has a decent 85 HP & 45 LB-FT @ the crank with an aggressively geared 6-speed manual transmission. Bone stock & at 60 mph in 6th gear, it's at 5,300 rpm's! It has a 12,500 rpm redline with an approx. 12,800 rpm rev limiter. Anyway, I know the Aprilia RS660 has about 15 more HP & about 5 more LB-FT of torque vs. my bike... But the big difference is the approximately 130 pounds less weight, and that extra power. That weight advantage for the RS660 is huge on a motorcycle. Despite the weight, my GSX650F was tested and still did 0-60 in 3.7 seconds. It ran 11.94 @ 110.1 mph through the 1/4 mile. It has a governed top speed of 135 mph. Lastly, it did 0-100 mph in a respectable 8.97 seconds. The RS660 is definitely faster, as it should be... It did 0-60 in 3.27 seconds & ran the 1/4 mile in 11.29 @ 124 mph. It has a 145 mph Top Speed. I honestly think it would be a nice second bike for me... I really don't need a 9 or 10 second bike on the street. Low 11's is a nice gain of acceleration vs. the high 11's my bike runs. Oh wow, sorry for the super long comment. I'll subscribe after this comment. Safe travels man! Nice RS660! That's the color I want 😎👍
Great video. I’m looking to purchase my 1st bike in the near future. Had the same concerns. I think I’m going aprilia or R7
I guess I'll go buy one, I'm lucky I have the Aprilia factory 20 mins from home (I'm Italian)
Just found this channel. Must say I love it!!
Thanks for the support mate! :)
Excellent video, I too would have chosen the aprilia from the list of bikes you mention. I may have also considered the Triumph Street triple rs, but the exclusivity of the aprilia is a definite bonus as is the superb exhaust note. It’s great to see that you’re enjoying the extra power, the quick shifter must be a joy to use. You certainly have some excellent roads. Here in Britain, it’s far more more congested and there are many speed detecting cameras to be aware of. I look forward to seeing more “aprilia action”, best wishes.
Thanks F! I am not ruling the Triumph Street Triple out in the future :D The sound of the triple alone is....simply amazing! Are there speed cameras even in the country side?!
@@SK_XIII In the countryside there are average speed cameras which are actually worse than the city based single types. These compute your average speed over quite a long distance and automatically send you a fine in the mail if you exceed the speed limit of that road. We just have to be careful. I can still have fun on my mt 03 though.
@@user-rf9me7xm1w Wow...that sounds frightening! Never knew those average speed cameras were a thing :o Stay safe out there mate!
Love the fact that I live in the EU, I've got like 6 Piaggio/Aprilia service centers within half an hour of driving, and even when I'm on a roadtrip I'm never more then an hour away
Nice! Very lucky mate! Would own an RS660 without hesitation in that case
Thank you for the video.
The only thing I know by being an Aprilia customer. The bike will fail you fast. If not the bike the client service.
Drive safe, cheers
Dealer support is very important for this bike for sure! A good one at that too
Solid review. I’m considering a 2022 as a second bike - currently have a 2017 Ninja 650.
Thanks mate! The RS is definitely awesome +1 for the stable :D
There is so much to like about this machine. I really want one, but I see all these horror stories about the build quality. Check engine lights @ 200 miles, cracked engine blocks, other engine oil leaks, leaking forks etc.This would only be a toy, not a daily, so I could put up with some problems, but hate to go on long trip and get stranded.
I had the same concerns and do hesitate to take long trips. But the more I ride it, it has been solid for me so far. Definitely starting to push the distance per ride out. If you don't have a dealer by you, I would think twice about this bike... :/
Glad you got the RS660. I absolutely love mine... I highly suggest some track days, lots of fun! 🏍
Definitely want to work my riding up to that level some day mate! Which color did ya end up getting? 🤟
@@SK_XIII I have the Apex Black, it was quite the dilemma trying to decide between the Apex Black or Lava Red.
@@JCoastr Only reason I went with Lava Red is because my MT03 was already black. But those are my top 2 picks for sure. Wasn't really feeling the Acid Gold
great review, especially the bit about recalls and proximity to dealer network, hadn't considered that. what was your otd cost out in ca? is the blue a bit purply in person?
Thanks mate! Blue is a bit purple in person, absolutely love it. I bought mine "used" with only 60 something miles on it. Paid 12K OTD
Great video dude, and congrats on your choice (I'm waiting for mine xD)! Is your exhaust stock in this video?
Ayeee nice! What color did you end up ordering? Yup, stock exhaust. Going to try to make a separate video to capture the stock exhaust sound better :D
@@SK_XIII Apex Black xD I only tried the bike with the akrapovic exhaust and the sound was awsome (despite a bit to loud for my taste)... so I wondered how the bike would sound stock and I really enjoyed to watch your vid ;) i clearly support your idea of a exhaust sou d oriented video, people like me will really apreciate! Nice and safe rides V
@@Omeninho Ahh gotcha gotcha, good choice mate! Hopefully yours will be arriving soon :D I got a new sound recorder so I will put it to the test for this beautiful exhaust for y'all. Cheers!
What up bro! If you're in socal let's meet up. I bought my 660 about 6 months ago. Apex black. In the 6 months of ownership, I have never seen another RS in the wild.
Whats goin on mate! haha nahh I am in NoCal! But glad to know there are some more California RS 660 owners out here. Same here actually....never seen an RS, but I did see a Tuono 660 once loll
Beautiful bike man!! I love the RS660. It really checks all I would want in a bike. I’m 6 ‘2 and don’t want to lay on the tank, want the sport look and feel with comfort, more power than I will ever need, plus! Enjoy 👍
Thanks mate! Really enjoying it so far. From the sound of it, the RS seems like a good fit for ya! Going to shop around for one? :D
@@SK_XIII I’m strongly considering one! Not getting any younger so I may have to make it happen! Take care and be safe 👊
Definitely gorgeous bike! I’m looking into getting this as my daily and leaving my KTM RC8R for the track. Great video! 👍
Ooo I haven't seen any RC8s around! Definitely a cool one that you have already mate :)
I want the 660 so bad but the closest authorized dealer is over an hour away from me!! R7 is looking more attainable but I don't think I'd be completely satisfied with it
I'd imagine it is tough to own an Aprilia without a dealer to do warranty work on it :/ I was actually holding out until I heard news about the proclaimed "R9" that might be coming...But who knows when they will announce that! Was hoping it would be closer to the RS 660 because the R7 isn't quite there :/
Up until a week ago I was convinced I was going to get a Kawasaki ninja 400 as my first bike, I like the KRT styling but I also like to do my homework and plan ahead and that is when I discovered the Learner Approved Aprilia RS660 ( detuned to 40 kW for 1 yr ) so I only really need to buy 1 bike
If you have the money, it sounds like a solid move to me! Essentially getting a brand new bike after 1 year, with no additional money 🙌
@@SK_XIII the up side is I would have the opportunity to familiarise myself with its balance, responses and characteristics before it's essentially unlocked from 55hp to 100hp. No buying a learner specific bike that will depreciate and then purchase another bike with completely different positioning as well as performance.
@@SGTMARSHALL1 I will say, one of the things I miss about my last bike is the familiarity and just overall feeling comfortable with the ride. Re-learning is fun, but can be annoying at times as well :D
@@SK_XIII I don't mind advancement but I don't like change and I will give you an example . . . I live in Australia so indicators have always been on the right side of a steering wheel and windscreen wipers are on the left, when I drive a European or RHD American vehicle they are opposite so when I jump from my Mercedes or Camaro back to an Australian vehicle I go to take a corner and the wipers are activated. I don't like fighting instincts and muscle memory, when you look for a clock or Hazzard lights they should always be in the obvious position and I hate the Aston Martin tacho that moves counterclockwise. On a bike you know the clutch is always on the left while brake and throttle are on the right. It's logical and user friendly
@@SGTMARSHALL1 very true mate! I can be similar when it comes to mechanical things.So glad that motorcycles stay consistent at least compared to cars! :D
I’d like a bike like this potentially as a second bike to my MT-09. Only thing stopping me is that it is a bit pricey and I’m not sure that I want a twin again.
I feel ya. Which twin engine bike did you own before?
@@SK_XIII I had an MT-07, I’m kind of a yamaha simp. Blast of a bike
@@italkgory99 Trust me, I love me some Yamaha too :D Excited for what they reveal in the future
Sweet ride , it’s a new type of bike.
Really tempting the Japanese 650 buyers , sports touring etc.
Thanks mate! Yes! Hopefully it starts a new trend in the motorcycle industry 🤟
I also bought the Rs660 and I love it. Love from Germany 🇩🇪 🔥
Ayee nicee! What color did ya end up going with?
@@SK_XIII I got the Apex Black but Lava red where my second choice
@@Max._.d Love it mate, stay safe out there!
@@SK_XIII You too mate
Considering that bike for my next bike however I've seen multiple review showing the rear brake doing that noise at 4:41 does it still do it after a while?
Yup, it still does it. I heard people change out the pads to aftermarket and it fixes the issue. Mine is still there, unfortunately :/
@@SK_XIII That is unfortunate.. I'll keep that in mind, thank you for your reply! :)
@@ZelosWalgrem Anytime mate! Ride safe!
I have a Ninja 650 and looking to upgrade technology-ABS etc- and a little more power. Wouldn't mind a little more aggressive seating position. Looking at the Aprilia and the Ducati Supersport. I'm short and the Ducati has a low seat and i would have same seat height as my 650. How tall are you? or inseam? Curious how you feel about the seat height.
I am 5'10" and I am on my toes on the Aprilia. But I am accustomed to only putting one foot down usually anyways. I think seat height is decent for the Aprilia, but definitely not as comfy as my previous MT03
I bought a 2021 last October and it's been a decent bike. I've only put 2200 miles on it as this past winter in Texas was crap. As an experienced rider of 41 years, I'd say it's a great all around bike, albeit a bit under-powered for me. I'll keep the bike for another 4 or 5 thousand miles and go from there.
Ayeee nice nice! How has your experience been with the RS so far?
@@SK_XIII Overall, I'd say it's been good. I had one oil leak that I brought it to the dealer for, which really isn't that big of a deal. I could see where this bike as your, or someones second bike, would be a tremendous upgrade. I have to wring its neck in the corners to get my blood flowing. The tires, while not spent, are inadequate for my needs. Seems they take too long to heat up or something like that. I'm putting on a set of ContiRace Attacks next week, which have a lower operating temp and killer grip. Amongst others, I've used them extensively and find they're the best for me.
@@xroadracer Yeahh experience will definitely be difference depending on what you were coming from before. What did you ride before the RS? Going to definitely have to look into the ContiRace tires when it comes time to replace current ones. I wanna try out different kinds to see what works best for me as well
@@SK_XIII Well, since you asked… In 1981 at 18 yrs old, my first bike was a 1980 GS1000S (because a GS1000 was the first street bike I ever rode), then it went like this… New 1984 Honda 500 Interceptor>1986 Honda 500 Interceptor Racebike>1986 GSX-R 750 Limited Edition>1990’s Honda CBR600 Racebike>1998GSX-R 750 (sold to raise a family)>2018 Yamaha R3>New 2020 R6>2019 Yamaha MT-10>2021 RS660
@@xroadracer Damn you've ridden quite a few bikes to say the least :D Pretty much all of Yamaha's line up too. Thanks for sharing mate!
I was in the same boat as you. I went with a Supersport. Aprilia was a close second though. I just wish it had a bit more power.
The supersport is a beautiful ride too man; can't go wrong with either one. I really wish it had the headlights of the panigale V2 though
@@SK_XIII I hear you. Right now I'm looking for a track bike so zx6r and v2 are high on my list. I do want the RSV4 because aprillias are just so sexy
@@YYTRiD Oooof the RSV4 is perfection when it comes to engine sound. Hands down my fav sound on a bike. I feel like parts for the V2 may be harder to come by for a track bike if you ever go down vs parts at your fingertips for the zx6r...
great video， I just preordered one
Ayeee lets go! What color did you order?
@@SK_XIII acid gold ~
@@xinyuzhang nice!! I am not a huge fan...but if it is cloudy a lot where you are...it looks gorgeous under those settings :D
@@SK_XIII Yes Seattle!
@@xinyuzhang Perfect! Post up some videos under the Seattle sky once you get it mate! Excited for you 🙌
Nice video! i noticed that the mirrors vibrate a lot
thanks for the support mate! Yes they do, it is pretty annoying haha
I love how those bikes look but my cousin bought a brand new one and it already been tru two motors the plastics are melting of when he rides and the bike been more in the dealer then the road all is giving him is problems
That experience he is having is one of the biggest reasons why I was hesitant to pull the trigger on this bike! Really sucks to hear :/
@@SK_XIII yea it sucks i would of never kept the bike… i wouldnt want to pay that much money for a bike that already went tru two motors i dont kno but the motors went out on it and then most of the plastics that are left are melting and they getting hold on now by zip ties
@@cbrgod9406 TBH, I love the RS 660...but if mine had that many problems, I would probably let it go...sounds like a money pit after warranty expires lol
@@SK_XIII yea i would of gotten rid of it I ride a Honda Cbr 600RR AND I love it is a great bike
Solid video man! Been trying to figure out the same issues you went over and it does seem like the perfect fit as well. Also, I see that you are riding in my neighborhood lol what dealership did you get yours at?
Ayeee fellow bay area mate! I actually got mine from a SoCal dealer and had it shipped up haha
@@SK_XIII oh thats dope! hopefully I can get mine soon, just have to grind these dealers for a good price lol
@@ricardodiaz9329 Which dealer you planning to go to? When I was shopping around, I thought the Oakland and SF ones were the best in NorCal.
@@SK_XIII im from san jose so im going to try Spirit motorcycles but the best one ive talked to so far is in Oakland "two wheels rockridge".. they dont charge that crazy prep fee.
@@ricardodiaz9329 Hahaha if you talk to the other dealers in the bay, they all know about that hefty prep fee in SJ loll
Did they have the yellow 2022 with red wheels in stock? I'm also located in the Bay Area. Communication from the 3 shops hasn't been so good which is wild cause I'd pay for the bike in cash🤷🏽♂️
Nope, they didn't have an Acid Gold when I was calling around. Have you tried placing in order with any of the dealers?
@@SK_XIII nah I haven't. I'm leaving the country for two months in about two weeks. I just ordered a 2022 Mercedes but it won't be here til August or September. How long you think the home will take? I'd pay up front
@@grahambillions Not sure if you were asking about wait times for the rs 660, but I hear people placing their orders now are being told 4-6 weeks for it to come in if they are lucky. I would order one now if you want it for this riding season :/
@@SK_XIII yeah I talked to the shop in Oakland and they told me out the door $14.8k for the Acid Yellow. That seems ridiculously high to me for a bike that retail at $11.5k
@@grahambillions That's wild! You should check out the Aprilia store and look at the costs online. Can try calling dealers with that the number the Aprilia website shows so that you can see if they will honor the online price
4:36 if brand new bike will do like that , i will burn it and done with it ! sorry , i like a lot the tehc in this bike but , is an aprilia and they are crap. I need to chose my second bike , first was an 04 sv650 , and i have 2 options right now , rs 660 and cbr650r . Guess ho is goanna win ?
You have to actually try to be this bad with grammar.
Are you referring to the rear brake squeal? It does annoy me, but I don't think it's nearly enough to make the bike is "crap" 😂. Whatever bike you get, hope you enjoy it!
California...perfect place to ride and have a motorcycle. 105 -107 degree Dallas summer less motorcycle friendly.
Ooof yeah, not sure if I would want to ride in that heat...thats wildd
Where in california was this filmed? Thanks :)
This is in the Bay Area up in Northern California
Love this bike! Just bought the limited edition 😙
Lets goooo! You enjoying it so far?
@@SK_XIII its amazing! Ps fun vids mate
@@eastbirdz1202 Appreciate that mate! Ride safee
How would this bike compare to a 16 Ducati monster 821 dark. Is the Ducati better on track or is this bike better
Personally have not ridden the monster 821 or ridden the RS 660 on a track, but the RS 660 won Moto America so to me that is pretty telling 🤘
RS660 better track bike with a few suspension mods ,no doubt.
Is it beginner bike or should I start with a small bike
Will have a video coming out on this soon. I am conflicted with the answer. Could you start on it? Yes. Should you though? That's unclear
How is called the thing on ur handelbars?
it is a "brake guard lever"
I've about came to the RS660 conclusion. I bought my original Aprilia for the same reason. I fix my own so dealer not needed. I'm coming from a liter bike but I'm 61 going on 75 so I think I'll be okay. 😂
Hahaha solid! Which Aprilia did you own before/still own?
@@SK_XIII I have a 2001 RSV Mille. I put 50k mostly track miles on her. Those big twins are rugged. Give it the gas and hang on, shut off the gas and get thrown over the bars. Lol
@@2pist lol! 50k on a track?! thats quite a bit. So far the Aprilia has been treating me well! I'm scared to push it a lot of the times hahaha
Are you northern or southern California?
Northern California!
did u buy ur bike in spirit motorcycle in san jose(I am assuming you are bc this is in hillside)? you and I had pretty much have the same reasoning with brand rarity. Although my bike is not an RS 660, I do feel the same pros and cons of owning a out of the norm brand. I currently own A husqvarna svartpilen 701, and I rarely see any one riding this motorcycle in the area. It is my first bike and I am now shopping for a new bike. The one that I am eyeing is the tuono v4. Maybe I watched too many videos of that motorcycle that your video ended up in my recommendation.
P.S I also work at health care and a huge tech guy. My past works were in electronic companies lol
I didn't actually! I called them multiple times to ask for a quote....and they just simply never got back to me, so I took my business elsewhere :D Are you looking at the new 2021+ refreshed Tuono V4? That is definitely one of my dream bikes mate!
Woot woot! Nice to see a fellow healthcare worker on 2 wheels. Ride safe mate!
@@SK_XIII that doesn’t sound good. I think they are more focus on their triumphs line of bikes. When I went there the convo always comebacks to triumph. I did not like that. Yes, I am looking to buy the new tuono v4. I am just patiently waiting for the 2022 ultra dark color and also saving up my money for it. If you don’t mind telling me, did you ended up buying your bike in SF dealer or the one in Oakland?
Anyways ride safe brother! If you want to ride highway 9 or just want to explore hit me up. I live like somewhere in campbell.
@@tkurban Ahhh yeah seems like poor experience all around over there :/ I ended up finding a really good deal in a SoCal dealership. But before I found that deal, I was going to go to the one in Oakland. Had great experiences on the phone with SF and Oakland dealers though.
Ayeee yeah that'd be dope! Haven't been up on the 9 with my bike yet :p Been a lot with my car though.
@@SK_XIII I'm looking to buy one of these, if you don't mind me asking what did you pay for it? I also went to spirit in san jose and they wanted over 15k for it lol
@@echosama Sheesh. At least they got back to you with a quote 😂. When I was shopping around NorCal, the other 2 bay area dealers provided much lower quotes. Paid almost 13k for mine. Recommend calling around mate
Do it have blue tooth Radio and Navigation
you can get the navigation if you buy the MIA module. It doesn't come standard
Closest dealer is 3 hours away... I want this bike SO BAD
Thats tough man. Are you mechanically inclined at all? After the first service you dont really need to go to the dealer, unless there are warranty claims :/
@@SK_XIII im not. And thats so ass man. I want to buy it but Aprillia is making it difficult for no reason
@@chty101 I hear ya man. If I didn't have a dealer close by...I'm not sure I would buy one of these :/
Thats a big time bike dude.
Thanks matee! Definitely something I can grow into over the next few years
I have the same bike I love it,rs660 squad
Lets goooo! Did ya also get the lava red?
The Ducati panigale V2 is the real gorgeous bike
The V2 is an absolute beauty in its own right 🙌
I agree with Aprilia being way less common, it's nice to see them for sure. My buddy back east before I moved had an RS 660 for his first bike, I personally only liked the sound (and the seat). The seat was really comfy compared to my R6. I didn't like more upright seating posture nor the shake from it being 2 stroke. He ended up trading it in for another Aprilia 1100 factory. After riding both of those, the 1100 felt WAYY better - just still a lot different from my R6.
Yeppp, definitely pros and cons for all things considered. Used R6s being going for more than a new RS660 though hahahaha! crazyyy
By 2 stroke, what did you mean? We might mean very different things when we say 2 stroke in the motorcycle world
But yeah, i can imagine the 660 not being a hit in the US since the roads don’t suit anything below supersport or superbike power
Aprilia Fam!
Ayeee! Nice Acid Gold ya got there sir 🙌
@@SK_XIII thanks man
i wished that aprilia had at last 110 hp so it can match in hp to 120hp is bikes
Agreed, I feel like some slight more HP and this bike could compete with the 600s. But regardless, it is an absolute blast to ride!
Upmap, exhaust and airbox and you can get 110 hp at the rear wheel.
this bike is insane but it costs $17000 in South Africa
Damnn, much more expensive to import out there for yall? $17000 and thats in liter bike territory here...
does it actually have cruise control lol?
LOL it does! I haven't tried to use it though so thanks for the reminder 🤣
100hp is the ideal level of power for the street.
Absolutely...it feels perfect for me right now
Holy shit, the state of the roads in the USA is horrible.
California is nice compared to other places too! lol
if you are concerned about quick shifters up and down you need to go to the basics of motorcycling first thing. Second you said aprilia is value for money ? Biggest joke over heard in a while but w/e makes you sleep at night better. 3rd Unreliable - that why you do not see them on rods that much besides being overpriced. 4th Stop flexing that you bought aprilia - if you flex that you have a rare bike on road " look at me guys" stop riding because you trying to flex. If you need lean sensitive IMU again go back to basic and please for God sake never say that again if you need lean sensitive IMU on streets - you are going TOO fast... but looking at you light pull acceleration - you afraid of the bike you speed on street after you barely took off from light. But you do you man...
You are looking for a comfortable supersport or sport bike - biggest bs I've heard again you do you man...
slightly more expensive than R7 hahahah it's almost 2.5 k more than R7 and almost 3 k more than Ninja 650 ..... lol again stop lying to yourself
😂 thanks for sharing your thoughts mate. You do you. Ride safe!
Sounds like envy ,
CBR650R’s best friend