@@rampage3337 So you like to ride around in 1st gear and second gear most of the time then? Because you do that with ZX6 and bigger. In the city, you will never get it out of first gear unless you have a death wish. Its overkill. No different than having a Dodge Challenger with 600+ HP for a daily vehicle. Its pointless. I believe in freedom. You are free to do it. Its just pointless to do so.
@@spartanx169x I disagree. I had a 2016 675 street triple making around 105 hp and yes, if you constantly rev it out of course you’ll be doing illegal speeds, but if you like riding around on torque you can definitely handle more power. We also have some fast twisties around here and there have been plenty of corners where I could’ve used more pull to get out of a corner. I personally would say around 120-130 hp is the sweetspot for road use.
@@juliusjacob1416 but a street triple isn't a sport bike, it's a naked. Most sport bikes are +120 and the RS660 comes under, but it's still very usable power.
I own Tuono 660 Factory. Well balanced bike! Such a joy to ride, super flickable and agile. It's small hooligan beast which pops wheelies too easily :) Enough power to have fun, both street or track!
Got mine late August of last year. Funny thing is that I got an R3 as my very first bike 3 weeks earlier then picked this bad boy up and never looked back. I love everything about this bike aside from the odd sound from the rear brake. As a newish rider I'm still just only scratching the surface with this machine and loving every second of it.
Great video as always, mate! I purchased a heavily discounted new RS660 just after last Christmas 2022 & love everything about the bike! The looks, the tech, the handling! Only one problem; I’m still running her in so can’t unleash that top end power yet! My favourite bit in the 120 miles I’ve done so far is the cruise control, which is fantastic & a useful feature on a middle weight sports bike! And I’m definitely going to fit a tail tidy from Evotech to make it look even more awesome! ❤️😎👍
@@evoermine- Right!? I’ve put 14,800 miles on my bike in 16 months of ownership… granted, I guess im kinda ‘honeymooning’ with the moto lifestyle, but I ride every chance I get…
Iam really glad I bought an rs 660. The 100 HP are more than enough for dayly use and some tours on the weekends the power is there when it needs to be. Even traffic is comfortable, the only downside I experienced is that you need some additional parts, but tbh this is like it with Évry bike I for myself got heated grips a different licence plate holder the navigation system it's worth it in my opinion but really different to normal motorcycle navigation or google maps and a lower suspension all in all iam so glad I got the rs 660 over the R1 the only thing that is a bit of a pain is finding neutral. This comes from someone who loves super sport bikes so be aware but I would say the rs is a good touring bike tours around 5 to 6 hours are really comfortable in comparison to the R1 or S1000 RR my longest tour was around 500km in one go. My back needet some stretching but all in all I was pretty fit afterwards.
I almost got an RS660 but I ended up spending just a tiny bit less by getting a used 2019 Ducati Supersport S with low milage and perfect service history. I think new RS vs used Supersport S is a nice comparison. A lot of the other comparisons I find a bit dull because the Aprilia is much better for just a bit more money
Depends, it's hot when it gets upwards of 25C here in Norway. But only hot for your legs, the bike is fine. And only at standstill. If you do 10km/h and above you dont notice it. Also leather riding gear makes it less noticable. I feel it mostly when using riding jeans. I love the bike and I'm used to older aircooled Ducati's so I dont mind. Also I have the full Akra on mine with undertail pipes. Those give of a little heat, but not in a bad way at all
Aprilia is like my first Love ever since i was i child and an Engineer who was working for Aprilia and he owned one at that time in India, it was a great satisfaction to see it in our roads. He then gave me a poster since i was full of curiosity, now i have a Honda CBR 650.
@@jdam28k Panigale ? There's no way, how much is RS 660 and how much is the cheapest Panigale there ? it's 11.700 EUR (RS) to 20.200 EUR (Panigale) in Germany.
@@DoctorStrange01 rs660 is $22k aud Panigale is 25k new, they used to be 24k as well! if the rs660’s price was at the Euro exchange rate it would be $18k Aud. There is some fuckery going on for sure.
It's a well balanced bike. Flickable, sporty, comfortable. Some of the best ergos I've felt. And 100 hp is more than enough unless you intend on breaking the law frequently.
@@nismospec2649 I’m not talking about going mental, but are you honestly telling me you don’t go over 50 on the many 50mph B roads or over 70 on dual carriageways?! 😂
I had an RS in the past and found this out the hard way. Dropped it and had to wait around 4 months for parts + repair. Felt like forever. Must be considered if you live here.
awesome bike i can see aprilia developing on this platform maybe a 760cc or even an 860cc with that perfect 120bhp/130bgp power out put just to ruffle the feathers on the 890 duke r
@@motobob First of all, I’m a big fan and greatly enjoy your videos! Well, the engine had to be replaced under warranty, so not too great at first! One of the pistons or cylinders was the wrong size and killed the engine at 10k mile mark. I’m not too mechanical, so I don’t know exactly what the problem was. I was having rough throttle input and other issues with the first engine, probably because the gas/air ratio couldn’t be managed properly. It’s been great since the engine was replaced! 😅
I'd love to throw a leg over one of these. Haven't been a huge fan of the Aprilia front end designs, but they're starting to grow on me! Solid video yet again 👌
This is the bike that everyone hyped up when it came out and it kinda fizzled out honestly. On paper it looks great, loads of tech, styling is pretty good and the price is somewhat fair and I would like to see it up close but I haven't seen one in the flesh in Japan.
It's hard to see one even in Europe. Never seen one either. I'd love to. I see way more Japanese or German bikes, than Italians. I guess not many people want to take the gamble. Seems gorgeous nevertheless
For many years Aprlia have made the most beautiful looking bikes. To me that is an all round desirable bike. I have never had a modern bike with all the electronic gizmo's. Never tried switching modes. Traction control, Quick shifters, Nothing. Still ride. I have two bikes. Not sure how I would get on with all the technology. But it would be nice to try on that.
i test rode a shiver 750 i wanted to buy. it had rain and other power modes. i'd say power modes are stupid unless youre riding a 150+hp bike. ABS is good in the rain and traction control can save you from slides. definitely worth it if you take risks. quick shifter seems pointless. if youre racing you can do clutchless upshifting anyway. and if youre sensible and skilled you can honestly do without any rider aids at all, learn how the bike works within a few weeks and youll be fine.
700 miles on my limited edition 2022. Freaking love this bike. The sound is addicting even with stock pipe. Torque is great, top end is great. The power dip from 5-7k kinda annoys me, but I've heard a tune fixes this. Can't wait to get it on track. Up and down quickshift/autoblip works flawlessly. Also cruise control is incredible on a sports bike...freaking love it.
6:33 I think most people will agree that the R7 looks just as good as the RS660. I wouldn't say "desirability" is part of the R7's main problems. I would rather insist on the lack of top-end horsepower. If Yamaha released a similar bike based on the MT09's CP3 engine, I would pick it over the RS660 in a heartbeat.
yep to me r7 is the better looking and more desirable bike since I hate the tail light of the rs660, as you said top end power, reliability and my personal downside is the 835mm seat height. blipper, cruise control, lower seat height and power is the positives of rs660 imo. I think if ducati supersport updated their looks and added cruise control, it would take its place at the top.
i agree. the R7 being a very slim and sleek design is for me the biggest appeal of that bike. the engine is great just no top end power. if i had to chose between a RS660 and an R7 I'd definitely take the yamaha. a colleague had an MT07 with 130,000km and not a single issue meanwhile these aprilias have a reputation already. it's not like the CP2 engine is a slouch, just lacks crazy top speed.
probably not but with this Aprilia you mostly have problems with oil leaks from all the seals. With KTM everything is a problem. BTW that's how you spot not so great reviews- they don't mention well known problems of the bike in question.
Had a test ride and thought it was great. But I think the perfect ‘sportsbike’ for the road is actually a sporty naked like a MT-10, KTM 890 or a Street Triple! If you want a proper sportsbike experience, buy a sportsbike with a high revving engine. I reckon the new Kawasaki ZX4RR might be worth a look for a fun road sportsbike that you can thrash as sensible road speeds. Regardless, the Aprilia was still a brilliant bike!
yeah the nez zx4RR looks amazing. it ain't just the lack of power that pisses me off about the new sport bikes. it's the fact that they lack the soul and characteristics needed to be a sport bike. they are not sport bikes because they don't follow the recipe. so yeah you right because what people want sports bikes to be is what naked bikes are. no need to be extra uncomfortable in a uncomfortable seating position just so you can look like a loser poser who thinks he owns a sport bike and does sport bike shit but in reality just does low speed naked bike shit.
@@DoctorStrange01 at 6ft, im waiting to get my hands on a zx4rr. and i dont care if i look like a gorilla on a pit bike 🤣 im doing this biking shit to have fun, not impress anyone
@@180FiftyFive it's not about impressing someone, it's about the position on a bike 🤦🤦 if you're big and the bike is too small for you, good luck to you. All cramped up and awkward, the fact that you'll look on it like on a mini bike is just a side effect.
Brilliant bike, but I went with the CBR650R. I really wanted a four cylinder, and Honda can't be beat in terms of reliability. My friend rides an RS660 and he loves it, but he says it vibrates like hell
In a parallel twin, both pistons reach top dead center at the same time. In a parallel twin where the pistons move up and down at the same time, the crankshaft angle is 360 degrees.
I wish an English speaker would do a comparison of the Tuono 660 Factory and the Monster 937. Aprilia makes great bikes but reliability seems to be an issue.
I don't like Italian bikes bc of the reliability issues( I think reliability should always be #1 importance)...but I have to appreciate the hell out of Aprilia, they're beautiful and they don't go overboard with the branding, simple logo, and the bike doesn't say aprillia every two inches 😂
The rear is really too small. I loved the proportions of the RS250 so maybe if the RS660 had a 20% larger tail section it would have been nicer to the eyes.
Great Vid! The 660 looks the business but the 23 RSV4 1100 has me wowed! I was going to purchase a Bayliss V2 but after seeing the RSV4 I dunno anymore then the 23 BMW S 1000R also awesome. For the price point the options are 😵💫 plenty of awesome but how to choose is stomach crunching… I wish you could test these bikes to help or with your vast knowledge and experience drop some advice? My last bike, Ducati Scrambler Cafe Racer 800….
Hi Motobob, do you know if there's any difference between the chassis geometry of the RS and Tuono? Do they handle the same? I recently rode a 2018 Aprilia Shiver 900 and was mighty impressed with it's handling on tight, twisty curves.
I took one for a test ride for a whole day , I’m 54 and it had me screaming woohuuuu UCK me yeeaah on numerous occasions . Loves to be thrashed . Suffered those , I hurt all over for the next 3 days . Sat on it , it’s ugly as sin but it’s a proper fun bike . Not perfect but definitely well done APRILIA it gives you a big smile . 😀👍🇬🇧🏍
I'm thinking about switching to this bike from my current Z1000SX. Something lighter and more agile would be nice. Seems like I have to test ride one of them. Only all these reliability related comments make me wonder if this is a right choice.
I have a couple of buddies that got the 2021 models and it was nothing but headaches with expensive repairs for them so I wonder if the 2022+ are better made.
most likely not. aprilia is not a good bike to get. they are not among the common bikes on the road so not only reliability problems but also problems with getting the shit fixed sometimes. non of the more rare non mainstream brands are really worth it for someone who just wants a bike. they are more of a have multiple bikes kind of bike where you have it because you can afford it and can afford multiple bikes so why not have one in the collection.
It's an EXCELLENT bike to get used to a sports bike on the road. A Liter+ sports bike is an absolute overkill on the road, this one is just right for it. It's light, nimble. The torque comes low in the revs. The riding position is comfortable but aggressive enough to learn to get quick in the curves and drag your knees. It's close to a sports bike, chassis-wise. You can make day long tours with it. It doesn't use much fuel. It has cruise control. The price is ok, a bit on the high side but it's worth it. The brakes are not perfect, but they brake hard enough (just the feeling is not perfect, but it's decent). I made 6 months with it, 10'000 km and hat no problem, then I swapped for a liter bike (which is a stupid thing if you're barely track-daying but I'm not smart at all so I have an excuse). The only negative points is the painting which is really stickers that come easily off when you wash insects away.
1/4 million subscribers , definitely remember the 2500 subscriber days (good work Bob) ; Love the idea of the rs660 - Aprilia have revamped themselves & are growing nicely - used your Speedoangels 20% code for the rs660's bigger brother the RSV4 yesterday - excited to pick it up for this coming season
I'm thinking about getting my first bike, and my two choices are either an R7 or an RS 660. The 660 is a better bike, but it's 3k more and I don't want to worry about reliability. The R7 is a worse bike, but it's more reliable and costs 3k less. If I do get a bike it won't be for a few months, so I have plenty of time to think about it.
Aprilia will launch 440 cc bike in India on the same platform in September. I hope that bike will not be way different from this because this is the best bike in this segment and i would love to own such bike in 440 cc avtar.
Really can't wait for KTM, Yamaha, to drop their sub-Liter bike class, road friendly Supersports in YZF-R9 and RC 990 form. As awesome as this bike is, it feels like 130-140 HP naked bike derived Supersport-lite bikes, with more road going ergonomics, and gobs more USABLE torque down low, without completely unnecessary Literbike top end, would be a beautiful, natural evolution of the Supersport class, as the 600's are sunset. It's not just that no one actually "needs" 150+ HP for the street, it's that it's actually a hindrance, unnecessarily dangerous, and still ultimately impossible to fully utilize. So why pay for a bunch of power you'll never actually be able to use, when you can get the best of naked bike low end torquey power, combined with still more top end performance than 99% of owners will ever even be able to utilize on a closed track? All while being more comfortable!
not really. they are not new bikes they are the same old bike except with a 2023 date stamped on them and maybe a new colour. they just selling out the rest of what they got until they are all gone. so those are just old stock bikes
I drove one and loved it! Nevertheless I can put my finger on where rs660 places on the market with those specs and price tag. It's a bit too much for a beginner bike, and a bit too little for 2nd bike. The ergonomics are comfortable but not killer sharp. The engine, chasis, brakes and overall performance places between things like mt07/trident 660 and mt09/street triple/Duke 890. The price is more towards the street triple side which offers much more for the money. RS660 is an enigma to me. A lovely bike but it's just unsure of it's identity. It's jack of all but master of none. I though about upgrading my trident 660 to rsv4, rs660 just wasn't enough. It doesn't offer groundbreaking upgrade from average begginer bike and it's a bit too much to be a begginer bike on it's own.
Aprilia have got everyone beat on looks since 2004 IMO. I'll always be a Kawasaki rider though - their bikes are cheap, but are focussed. The zx10r is special. Also, rider aids on an 80-100 bhp bike are a bit redundant IMO.
A fair bike all round, but for the sometimes horrible fueling, and being a bit underwhelming in power output. No dealer or factory support. Yes, parts are almost impossible to come by. Mine was delivered by EuroCycle without the optional seat cowl. Doubt I will ever see it....
@@fastaussieI looked in to that when it came out & it's basically a paint job & new exhaust, which saves 3kg but doesn't add any power oddly. Everything else appears to be the same as standard apart from some bodywork mofs to fit the different exhaust. Suspension is supposedly the same as standard & the fully adjustable suspension is what I'd be after so hopefully they sort that out sooner rather than later with a more conventional & better spec Factory model.
@@fastaussie Well the Tuono Factory is only about £400 more than the standard version & that gets you a lithium battery (-2kg) & fully adjustable suspension front & rear so it's not a true Factory version really but is an genuine upgrade & not much more expensive.
Hi there, thanks for a great video! How would you compare this bike to honda cbr 650R? I mean position / comfort. This bike looks just great, I wonder if it is still comfortable for ~185cm :) Thanks for all the input.
I owned APE Futura 1k for a couple years. A beautiful 😍 machine. BRILLIANT V twin engine. The electronics were fiddly 🤷♂️,, but the Saddle, mmmm 😋. The best I've ever had the pleasure of parking my ass in. All day comfortable.
I had one, in this colour. I agree it is a great bike, I loved it. But I disagree about the riding position. I clocked up 6000 miles on mine in the first 7 months of ownership, and any trip that was longer than a couple of hours had my back and my wrists aching. It got so bad I had to sell it and now own an MT09. I appreciate a contributing factor is my age/weight and fitness levels (I'm 53, 6'1, and the right side of 16 stone) but I think its worth people at least being aware that for longer trips/rides you may well feel this too. It is a great bike though.
Has Aprilia Quality improved? A lot of nightmare stories on previous product. Has this been sorted? The bikes are great looking. Not a fan of the 2 cylinder power plant but to each his own I gather. 😊
I already had to replace the engine in my 21 tuono. Other than that I love this bike. The shop here in Orlando replaced it under warranty. Euro Cycles has some amazing customer service too.
100 HP on a frame weighing only 400lbs wet is no joke. Is it a ZX6R? no. But for a rider a of average skill the extra 27 HP the ZX6 has would not be usable. Can't justify the price though.
@Crewser no, you didn’t have « to replace the engine » There was a factory recall and the engine were replaced for free and warranty extended. Kudos for Aprilia to replace the whole engine instead of asking dealers to fiddle with engine internal with various level of success…
Reliable for bikes and cars is that the bike or car won't leave you stranded in the middle of the road. Help will be awarded right away the vehicle disappoints. Only thing a Indian will say wrong is he or she will say accelerator instead of throttle.😮
Had mine since june 2021, now at 8000miles, only problem was squeaky rear brake, other than that its been perfect. Oh yeah don't believe the economy read out, i can get it anywhere from 63-68mpg, great selling point when i off load it, but simple tracking calculations put it at 52-55mpg, which is still excellent as im a mountain/apex hunter, and ride spirited. In fairness it drinks most on motorways sitting at 80 than up and down the gearbox in the twisties 🤔
I always wondered why bikes 90-100 hp should be blunt or be mediocre in terms of handling. Or why can't you have an everyday bike being able to play on the twisties and go out on small trips (usually the best twisties are far from town, anyway).
This is price very close to Suzuki Katana and is costlier than a Ninja 1000 (here in India). Now I know that Katana and Ninja 1000 are not track bikes, but if it is being called "Track bike for Street Riding", it kind of beats the point. So unless if you are buying it for hardcore track days, this bike does not make any sense. I won't say I'm absolutely right as I have never been fortunate enough to ride these, so a person who got to swing their legs over all of them, they would certainly know better. Looks amazingly beautiful though.
Hmm that’s. Tough one. Scout rogue is sexy but the suspension is horrible. U feel everything on the road. Smallest little pebble n it feels like death. Try to get the factory upgraded suspension or the progressive 444 I believe .
Great bike, love mine. Two biggest weaknesses is the stock master cylinder which is an esy upgrade, and the rear shock is a little simplistic. That upgrade is little more costly. The raceECU flash is must do for the US spec version, not sure how lawful the ecu flashes go in the UK.
What issue have you noticed with the stock master cylinder? I am also annoyed with it, but not seeing a lot of others having issue with it, so I am wondering if you are seeing the same issue with it that I am seeing. Thanks.
@@adamharnois7072 no issues, just not great for the track. But the longer answer: ride a rsv4 or tuona v4, its clear the RS has lower quality brakes (for obvious reasons). I thought it was pads or lines, but the master upgrade moved the needle the most. And if that didn't, I would have upgraded calipers, but that is the most expensive improvement out of the four options.
I do have a remaining question, i love the bike but i am still wondering about the ride height i am 1m67 and was wondering if would be rideable for my height. How tall are you and do you think this bike is suited for shorter riders? Great video!
I have an issue with the parallel twin, not the old school british legends, the new nanny state bikes. These excuses are been produced to appease media guided modern attitudes to show that bike manufacturers are falling in line to avoid environmentalist persecution. But Bikers use less road space, less fuel etc and are carbon friendly. Replace half the cars with bikes, 50% less congestion. You should do a video about this, no one has yet.
Best looking middleweight?! huh?! First thing first...Beauty in the eyes of the receiver! R7 looking better so is CBR650 yes Aprilia 660 rs might look a bit better than Kawasaki ninja 650. 0-60 R7 is faster compared to all bikes I listedYes R7 does not have a top end. The reliability of Aprilia is on the bottom of the list on bikes I listed. Last Aprilia is the most expensive from bikes I listed. So no Aprilia is far from the perfect bike. Aprilia 660rs spent more time at the dealer shop than actually people rode it... prove me wrong !
IMO 100 HP is the sweet spot for a sportbike for street for casual use.
not really. it's the sweet spot for a naked maby but not a sport bike. to low power
@@rampage3337 So you like to ride around in 1st gear and second gear most of the time then? Because you do that with ZX6 and bigger. In the city, you will never get it out of first gear unless you have a death wish. Its overkill. No different than having a Dodge Challenger with 600+ HP for a daily vehicle. Its pointless. I believe in freedom. You are free to do it. Its just pointless to do so.
Absolute perfect power for street use.
@@spartanx169x I disagree. I had a 2016 675 street triple making around 105 hp and yes, if you constantly rev it out of course you’ll be doing illegal speeds, but if you like riding around on torque you can definitely handle more power. We also have some fast twisties around here and there have been plenty of corners where I could’ve used more pull to get out of a corner. I personally would say around 120-130 hp is the sweetspot for road use.
@@juliusjacob1416 but a street triple isn't a sport bike, it's a naked. Most sport bikes are +120 and the RS660 comes under, but it's still very usable power.
I appreciate the bike geometry and engine graphics in this video. Great work Bob.
I own Tuono 660 Factory. Well balanced bike! Such a joy to ride, super flickable and agile. It's small hooligan beast which pops wheelies too easily :) Enough power to have fun, both street or track!
Got mine late August of last year. Funny thing is that I got an R3 as my very first bike 3 weeks earlier then picked this bad boy up and never looked back. I love everything about this bike aside from the odd sound from the rear brake. As a newish rider I'm still just only scratching the surface with this machine and loving every second of it.
yeah rear brake sqeaking will go away after some time it did for me
how is it being so light, do you get thrown around on the highway?
@@dabz9707 nope rides really smooth
@jg62190 Still thinking it was a good choice to get so early in your career?
Great video as always, mate! I purchased a heavily discounted new RS660 just after last Christmas 2022 & love everything about the bike! The looks, the tech, the handling! Only one problem; I’m still running her in so can’t unleash that top end power yet! My favourite bit in the 120 miles I’ve done so far is the cruise control, which is fantastic & a useful feature on a middle weight sports bike! And I’m definitely going to fit a tail tidy from Evotech to make it look even more awesome! ❤️😎👍
Genuinely one of the best, if not THE best bike, I’ve ridden in the last 12 months. Enjoy!
Four months and you’ve only done 120 miles?
@@evoermine- Right!? I’ve put 14,800 miles on my bike in 16 months of ownership… granted, I guess im kinda ‘honeymooning’ with the moto lifestyle, but I ride every chance I get…
Iam really glad I bought an rs 660. The 100 HP are more than enough for dayly use and some tours on the weekends the power is there when it needs to be. Even traffic is comfortable, the only downside I experienced is that you need some additional parts, but tbh this is like it with Évry bike I for myself got heated grips a different licence plate holder the navigation system it's worth it in my opinion but really different to normal motorcycle navigation or google maps and a lower suspension all in all iam so glad I got the rs 660 over the R1 the only thing that is a bit of a pain is finding neutral. This comes from someone who loves super sport bikes so be aware but I would say the rs is a good touring bike tours around 5 to 6 hours are really comfortable in comparison to the R1 or S1000 RR my longest tour was around 500km in one go. My back needet some stretching but all in all I was pretty fit afterwards.
Thx for this man I’m in the market and this was insightful 🤜🏾🤛🏾
I need a sports bike for very long tours. Thanks. This seems perfect
I almost got an RS660 but I ended up spending just a tiny bit less by getting a used 2019 Ducati Supersport S with low milage and perfect service history. I think new RS vs used Supersport S is a nice comparison. A lot of the other comparisons I find a bit dull because the Aprilia is much better for just a bit more money
if you are ok with getting used then the aprilia ain't worth shit. non of the new mid size sport bikes are worth shit these days anymore.
How’s the heat on the SSS? Beautiful bike but concerned about summer commuting on it.
Depends, it's hot when it gets upwards of 25C here in Norway. But only hot for your legs, the bike is fine. And only at standstill. If you do 10km/h and above you dont notice it. Also leather riding gear makes it less noticable. I feel it mostly when using riding jeans. I love the bike and I'm used to older aircooled Ducati's so I dont mind.
Also I have the full Akra on mine with undertail pipes. Those give of a little heat, but not in a bad way at all
Aprilia is like my first Love ever since i was i child and an Engineer who was working for Aprilia and he owned one at that time in India, it was a great satisfaction to see it in our roads. He then gave me a poster since i was full of curiosity, now i have a Honda CBR 650.
How does that make you feel
@@PsyKotyK Probably if all things go as planned, I will sell my current bike and buy the newest Aprilia 660. I would be very happy with it.
I own the Tuono 660 Factory and I absolutely love it... For two years now.
Aprilia really upping its game. For an exotic bike it’s a bargain. You see Hondas and Yamahas on every corner. All bikes are dependable nowadays
Maybe in Europe, in Aus it’s a rip off, it’s almost the same price as a Panigale.
@@jdam28k Panigale ? There's no way, how much is RS 660 and how much is the cheapest Panigale there ? it's 11.700 EUR (RS) to 20.200 EUR (Panigale) in Germany.
@@DoctorStrange01 rs660 is $22k aud Panigale is 25k new, they used to be 24k as well! if the rs660’s price was at the Euro exchange rate it would be $18k Aud. There is some fuckery going on for sure.
@@jdam28k Lmao ok, that makes no sense then. I guess Aprilia is more like a Bentley than Audi in Australia then.
@@DoctorStrange01 not really haha you can pick up a used v4 for less than a used 660 it’s really just this model for some reason.
Own one, it’s a gem.
Hey quick question, do you still have the bike? If you do, how has it been so far?
Great video. Got a 21 plate last year absolutely love it.
I've always felt the perfect sports bike for the street was the GSXR 750
Uhh no. It's lacking in electronics and the seating position is too aggressive.
It's a well balanced bike. Flickable, sporty, comfortable. Some of the best ergos I've felt. And 100 hp is more than enough unless you intend on breaking the law frequently.
Who rides a motorbike and doesn’t break the speed limit every time they go out? Serious question.
@@Mockle07 lots of responsible riders. If I want to go crazy, I take it to the track.
@@nismospec2649 I’m not talking about going mental, but are you honestly telling me you don’t go over 50 on the many 50mph B roads or over 70 on dual carriageways?! 😂
spoke to the mechanics in aprilia dealerships here in Australia. parts can take 14 WEEKS to arrive from europe. 14 WEEKS!! THATS AN ENTIRE SEASON
I had an RS in the past and found this out the hard way. Dropped it and had to wait around 4 months for parts + repair. Felt like forever. Must be considered if you live here.
awesome bike i can see aprilia developing on this platform maybe a 760cc or even an 860cc with that perfect 120bhp/130bgp power out put just to ruffle the feathers on the 890 duke r
I have the Tuono 660 and love it. I’ve put 12k miles on it already
I would rather have the Tuono, more comfortable for casual riding.
12k miles is decent - would love to hear about reliability?
@@motobob First of all, I’m a big fan and greatly enjoy your videos! Well, the engine had to be replaced under warranty, so not too great at first!
One of the pistons or cylinders was the wrong size and killed the engine at 10k mile mark. I’m not too mechanical, so I don’t know exactly what the problem was. I was having rough throttle input and other issues with the first engine, probably because the gas/air ratio couldn’t be managed properly. It’s been great since the engine was replaced! 😅
I have a 2016 Tuono RR, I love it. From what you say I would love that one also. Great review, keep it up!
I'd love to throw a leg over one of these. Haven't been a huge fan of the Aprilia front end designs, but they're starting to grow on me! Solid video yet again 👌
This is the bike that everyone hyped up when it came out and it kinda fizzled out honestly. On paper it looks great, loads of tech, styling is pretty good and the price is somewhat fair and I would like to see it up close but I haven't seen one in the flesh in Japan.
It's hard to see one even in Europe. Never seen one either. I'd love to.
I see way more Japanese or German bikes, than Italians. I guess not many people want to take the gamble.
Seems gorgeous nevertheless
For many years Aprlia have made the most beautiful looking bikes. To me that is an all round desirable bike. I have never had a modern bike with all the electronic gizmo's. Never tried switching modes. Traction control, Quick shifters, Nothing. Still ride. I have two bikes. Not sure how I would get on with all the technology. But it would be nice to try on that.
i test rode a shiver 750 i wanted to buy. it had rain and other power modes. i'd say power modes are stupid unless youre riding a 150+hp bike. ABS is good in the rain and traction control can save you from slides. definitely worth it if you take risks. quick shifter seems pointless. if youre racing you can do clutchless upshifting anyway. and if youre sensible and skilled you can honestly do without any rider aids at all, learn how the bike works within a few weeks and youll be fine.
700 miles on my limited edition 2022. Freaking love this bike. The sound is addicting even with stock pipe. Torque is great, top end is great. The power dip from 5-7k kinda annoys me, but I've heard a tune fixes this. Can't wait to get it on track. Up and down quickshift/autoblip works flawlessly. Also cruise control is incredible on a sports bike...freaking love it.
I have a tuono 660 and I love it. That dip in power really is annoying though
@@ozzie4306 i love the power dip it almost feels like 2 stroke hitting power band
I agree with everything you said. I got mine in October 21 and I love it!
6:33 I think most people will agree that the R7 looks just as good as the RS660. I wouldn't say "desirability" is part of the R7's main problems. I would rather insist on the lack of top-end horsepower.
If Yamaha released a similar bike based on the MT09's CP3 engine, I would pick it over the RS660 in a heartbeat.
yep to me r7 is the better looking and more desirable bike since I hate the tail light of the rs660, as you said top end power, reliability and my personal downside is the 835mm seat height. blipper, cruise control, lower seat height and power is the positives of rs660 imo.
I think if ducati supersport updated their looks and added cruise control, it would take its place at the top.
i agree. the R7 being a very slim and sleek design is for me the biggest appeal of that bike. the engine is great just no top end power. if i had to chose between a RS660 and an R7 I'd definitely take the yamaha. a colleague had an MT07 with 130,000km and not a single issue meanwhile these aprilias have a reputation already. it's not like the CP2 engine is a slouch, just lacks crazy top speed.
Great review. Nice to meet you, a chat about it not long after you'd jumped off the bike 👍
More fun than a 890 Duke r?
I do love the look of that 660!
probably not but with this Aprilia you mostly have problems with oil leaks from all the seals. With KTM everything is a problem. BTW that's how you spot not so great reviews- they don't mention well known problems of the bike in question.
@@hagestad I have 3 x 660.
2x tuono 1x RS.
The first since 2020! A lot of miles and zero problems/FAIL or anything! Great bikes 😍😍
I can tell you're sold, the livery of these Italian bikes always amazing, love it, although I'm not a sports bike rider 😄
Had a test ride and thought it was great. But I think the perfect ‘sportsbike’ for the road is actually a sporty naked like a MT-10, KTM 890 or a Street Triple! If you want a proper sportsbike experience, buy a sportsbike with a high revving engine. I reckon the new Kawasaki ZX4RR might be worth a look for a fun road sportsbike that you can thrash as sensible road speeds. Regardless, the Aprilia was still a brilliant bike!
Yes, sporty naked bikes are the way to go for street-riding.
yeah the nez zx4RR looks amazing. it ain't just the lack of power that pisses me off about the new sport bikes. it's the fact that they lack the soul and characteristics needed to be a sport bike. they are not sport bikes because they don't follow the recipe. so yeah you right because what people want sports bikes to be is what naked bikes are. no need to be extra uncomfortable in a uncomfortable seating position just so you can look like a loser poser who thinks he owns a sport bike and does sport bike shit but in reality just does low speed naked bike shit.
ZX4RR is amazing if you're a midget. Surely not for anyone taller than 6ft/180cm.
@@DoctorStrange01 at 6ft, im waiting to get my hands on a zx4rr. and i dont care if i look like a gorilla on a pit bike 🤣 im doing this biking shit to have fun, not impress anyone
@@180FiftyFive it's not about impressing someone, it's about the position on a bike 🤦🤦 if you're big and the bike is too small for you, good luck to you. All cramped up and awkward, the fact that you'll look on it like on a mini bike is just a side effect.
Brilliant bike, but I went with the CBR650R. I really wanted a four cylinder, and Honda can't be beat in terms of reliability.
My friend rides an RS660 and he loves it, but he says it vibrates like hell
In a parallel twin, both pistons reach top dead center at the same time.
In a parallel twin where the pistons move up and down at the same time, the crankshaft angle is 360 degrees.
I wish an English speaker would do a comparison of the Tuono 660 Factory and the Monster 937. Aprilia makes great bikes but reliability seems to be an issue.
Great to hear your thoughts Bob. Thank you. 👍😎🇦🇺
I don't like Italian bikes bc of the reliability issues( I think reliability should always be #1 importance)...but I have to appreciate the hell out of Aprilia, they're beautiful and they don't go overboard with the branding, simple logo, and the bike doesn't say aprillia every two inches 😂
Love my Tuono 660 Factory
I'd love to get a demo ride on a RS660....cool bike!
The rear is really too small. I loved the proportions of the RS250 so maybe if the RS660 had a 20% larger tail section it would have been nicer to the eyes.
Most sportbikes nowadays unfortunately lack ass
Some plastics on the early RS 660 examples looked cheap especially the one that looked like carbon fiber. Aprilia seems to have sorted that issue.
Love the look and underbelly exhaust
Great Vid! The 660 looks the business but the 23 RSV4 1100 has me wowed! I was going to purchase a Bayliss V2 but after seeing the RSV4 I dunno anymore then the 23 BMW S 1000R also awesome. For the price point the options are 😵💫 plenty of awesome but how to choose is stomach crunching… I wish you could test these bikes to help or with your vast knowledge and experience drop some advice? My last bike, Ducati Scrambler Cafe Racer 800….
I'm buying all of em'
just drove one today my buddy bought ..hell of a bike i like it
Hi Motobob, do you know if there's any difference between the chassis geometry of the RS and Tuono? Do they handle the same? I recently rode a 2018 Aprilia Shiver 900 and was mighty impressed with it's handling on tight, twisty curves.
Not sure but I tried a Shiver recently and was surprised by how good it was. What a bike! Made me want one…
I think the rake angle is slightly different, and power is down to 94hp
I took one for a test ride for a whole day , I’m 54 and it had me screaming woohuuuu UCK me yeeaah on numerous occasions .
Loves to be thrashed .
Suffered those , I hurt all over for the next 3 days .
Sat on it , it’s ugly as sin but it’s a proper fun bike .
Not perfect but definitely well done APRILIA it gives you a big smile .
😀👍🇬🇧🏍
I'm thinking about switching to this bike from my current Z1000SX. Something lighter and more agile would be nice. Seems like I have to test ride one of them. Only all these reliability related comments make me wonder if this is a right choice.
Everyone loves it except when it dies at the first track day...
Mine died…😢
That must be the "character" everyone keeps talking about.
Why does it die?
Yo momma
Don't take it to track..got it, thanks
For me the reliability is first that's why I don't experiment with the one's with questionable reliability.
18k on the clock. no issues.
@@donculo1966 good for u
@@donculo1966 miles or km?
@@180FiftyFive km
Ide rather say I owed one than regret never having one my friend life is what we make it to be
I have a couple of buddies that got the 2021 models and it was nothing but headaches with expensive repairs for them so I wonder if the 2022+ are better made.
most likely not. aprilia is not a good bike to get. they are not among the common bikes on the road so not only reliability problems but also problems with getting the shit fixed sometimes. non of the more rare non mainstream brands are really worth it for someone who just wants a bike. they are more of a have multiple bikes kind of bike where you have it because you can afford it and can afford multiple bikes so why not have one in the collection.
Thanks for the video, love your content. What is your take on the Aprilia RS 660 vs 2023 Street Triple RS vs Ducati Streetfighter V2 please? Cheers.
It's an EXCELLENT bike to get used to a sports bike on the road. A Liter+ sports bike is an absolute overkill on the road, this one is just right for it. It's light, nimble. The torque comes low in the revs. The riding position is comfortable but aggressive enough to learn to get quick in the curves and drag your knees. It's close to a sports bike, chassis-wise. You can make day long tours with it. It doesn't use much fuel. It has cruise control. The price is ok, a bit on the high side but it's worth it. The brakes are not perfect, but they brake hard enough (just the feeling is not perfect, but it's decent). I made 6 months with it, 10'000 km and hat no problem, then I swapped for a liter bike (which is a stupid thing if you're barely track-daying but I'm not smart at all so I have an excuse). The only negative points is the painting which is really stickers that come easily off when you wash insects away.
Good video, but you forgot the Ducati SuperSport as a potential competitor.
I’m currently trying to buy one of these. Just can’t seem to get an Aprilia dealer to sell me one for some reason lol
I had issues getting test rides, some excuse about road tax.. I went to another dealership and bought something else.
1/4 million subscribers , definitely remember the 2500 subscriber days (good work Bob) ; Love the idea of the rs660 - Aprilia have revamped themselves & are growing nicely - used your Speedoangels 20% code for the rs660's bigger brother the RSV4 yesterday - excited to pick it up for this coming season
Best 650-699cc engine, best technology, best dash, best looking. Yes, best sport bike ever made in this category
That is an epic bike. Thanks for the great review.
Ducati Supersport 950 for me.
I'm thinking about getting my first bike, and my two choices are either an R7 or an RS 660. The 660 is a better bike, but it's 3k more and I don't want to worry about reliability. The R7 is a worse bike, but it's more reliable and costs 3k less. If I do get a bike it won't be for a few months, so I have plenty of time to think about it.
New Hornet Honda should be reliable. With 92 hp and low weight. Or new suzuki gsx-8s 80 hp and lot of torque and i think 7 year warranty.
Aprilia will launch 440 cc bike in India on the same platform in September.
I hope that bike will not be way different from this because this is the best bike in this segment and i would love to own such bike in 440 cc avtar.
This is my next bike!
Really can't wait for KTM, Yamaha, to drop their sub-Liter bike class, road friendly Supersports in YZF-R9 and RC 990 form. As awesome as this bike is, it feels like 130-140 HP naked bike derived Supersport-lite bikes, with more road going ergonomics, and gobs more USABLE torque down low, without completely unnecessary Literbike top end, would be a beautiful, natural evolution of the Supersport class, as the 600's are sunset.
It's not just that no one actually "needs" 150+ HP for the street, it's that it's actually a hindrance, unnecessarily dangerous, and still ultimately impossible to fully utilize. So why pay for a bunch of power you'll never actually be able to use, when you can get the best of naked bike low end torquey power, combined with still more top end performance than 99% of owners will ever even be able to utilize on a closed track? All while being more comfortable!
As a z900 owner I can honestly say I probably use about 40% of its capabilities...glad I didn't get the 200hp zh2 🤷
I wanted to watch because I’m looking at the R9T pure. Both the same price here in the states. I’m hoping to get some good info.
I’d like to see more 3 cylinder bikes
Most people who have had any minor issues were covered under warranty no questions no issues.
A masterpiece. Aprilia. ❤
We still have all those 600s here in the States. The R6 is race only though.
not really. they are not new bikes they are the same old bike except with a 2023 date stamped on them and maybe a new colour. they just selling out the rest of what they got until they are all gone. so those are just old stock bikes
🎉 good to see you
I drove one and loved it! Nevertheless I can put my finger on where rs660 places on the market with those specs and price tag. It's a bit too much for a beginner bike, and a bit too little for 2nd bike. The ergonomics are comfortable but not killer sharp. The engine, chasis, brakes and overall performance places between things like mt07/trident 660 and mt09/street triple/Duke 890. The price is more towards the street triple side which offers much more for the money. RS660 is an enigma to me. A lovely bike but it's just unsure of it's identity. It's jack of all but master of none. I though about upgrading my trident 660 to rsv4, rs660 just wasn't enough. It doesn't offer groundbreaking upgrade from average begginer bike and it's a bit too much to be a begginer bike on it's own.
I think it is the Ideal street sport bike. However, the prices is prohibitive of it being that. Its kinda like a BMW(or your high end car of choice).
Aprilia have got everyone beat on looks since 2004 IMO. I'll always be a Kawasaki rider though - their bikes are cheap, but are focussed. The zx10r is special. Also, rider aids on an 80-100 bhp bike are a bit redundant IMO.
Would like to hear in person it being banged rapidly through the gears and then at top speed holding 6th just under redline... sustained of course.
A fair bike all round, but for the sometimes horrible fueling, and being a bit underwhelming in power output. No dealer or factory support. Yes, parts are almost impossible to come by. Mine was delivered by EuroCycle without the optional seat cowl. Doubt I will ever see it....
Love all the safety stuff
Nice vid & I do really like this bike but holding out for a Factory version like the Tuono.
that's probably the "Extrema" version...
@@fastaussieI looked in to that when it came out & it's basically a paint job & new exhaust, which saves 3kg but doesn't add any power oddly. Everything else appears to be the same as standard apart from some bodywork mofs to fit the different exhaust. Suspension is supposedly the same as standard & the fully adjustable suspension is what I'd be after so hopefully they sort that out sooner rather than later with a more conventional & better spec Factory model.
i think that's as good as it's going to get@@ragerider6283. if Aprilia made a Factory version of the RS like they do the RSV4 it'd be too expensive...
@@fastaussie Well the Tuono Factory is only about £400 more than the standard version & that gets you a lithium battery (-2kg) & fully adjustable suspension front & rear so it's not a true Factory version really but is an genuine upgrade & not much more expensive.
Exotica for the road. Plenty of power.
I like everything,except its twin
Hi there, thanks for a great video! How would you compare this bike to honda cbr 650R? I mean position / comfort. This bike looks just great, I wonder if it is still comfortable for ~185cm :) Thanks for all the input.
That's a really nice lookin' bike.
Might be my next bike
Love the content!
Own this - it’s perfect.
Yeah if you pull up beside a Ninja 650 and an R7 on that everyone will be looking at you. 20 extra horsepower cant hurt either.
I believe the RS660 is the least power off the line around town though. Would be an interesting 3-way race to 65 mph.
I owned APE Futura 1k for a couple years. A beautiful 😍 machine. BRILLIANT V twin engine. The electronics were fiddly 🤷♂️,, but the Saddle, mmmm 😋.
The best I've ever had the pleasure of parking my ass in. All day comfortable.
Keep up the good work
I had one, in this colour. I agree it is a great bike, I loved it. But I disagree about the riding position. I clocked up 6000 miles on mine in the first 7 months of ownership, and any trip that was longer than a couple of hours had my back and my wrists aching. It got so bad I had to sell it and now own an MT09. I appreciate a contributing factor is my age/weight and fitness levels (I'm 53, 6'1, and the right side of 16 stone) but I think its worth people at least being aware that for longer trips/rides you may well feel this too. It is a great bike though.
Has Aprilia Quality improved? A lot of nightmare stories on previous product. Has this been sorted? The bikes are great looking. Not a fan of the 2 cylinder power plant but to each his own I gather. 😊
I already had to replace the engine in my 21 tuono. Other than that I love this bike. The shop here in Orlando replaced it under warranty. Euro Cycles has some amazing customer service too.
100 HP on a frame weighing only 400lbs wet is no joke. Is it a ZX6R? no. But for a rider a of average skill the extra 27 HP the ZX6 has would not be usable. Can't justify the price though.
@@crewser004 I have been to that dealer whilst on vacation. An engine, damn.
@@crewser004 'had to replace my entire engine. OTHER THAN THAT...' 🤣 thats hilarious.
@Crewser no, you didn’t have « to replace the engine »
There was a factory recall and the engine were replaced for free and warranty extended. Kudos for Aprilia to replace the whole engine instead of asking dealers to fiddle with engine internal with various level of success…
Reliable for bikes and cars is that the bike or car won't leave you stranded in the middle of the road. Help will be awarded right away the vehicle disappoints. Only thing a Indian will say wrong is he or she will say accelerator instead of throttle.😮
Had mine since june 2021, now at 8000miles, only problem was squeaky rear brake, other than that its been perfect. Oh yeah don't believe the economy read out, i can get it anywhere from 63-68mpg, great selling point when i off load it, but simple tracking calculations put it at 52-55mpg, which is still excellent as im a mountain/apex hunter, and ride spirited. In fairness it drinks most on motorways sitting at 80 than up and down the gearbox in the twisties 🤔
Did you find any solution for the noisy rear brakes??
how is it being so light, do you get thrown around on the highway?
I always wondered why bikes 90-100 hp should be blunt or be mediocre in terms of handling. Or why can't you have an everyday bike being able to play on the twisties and go out on small trips (usually the best twisties are far from town, anyway).
Easily the best twin in the market!
The only bike I ever consider against this is a Ducati SuperSport but that thing is 160% of the price. So.
This is price very close to Suzuki Katana and is costlier than a Ninja 1000 (here in India). Now I know that Katana and Ninja 1000 are not track bikes, but if it is being called "Track bike for Street Riding", it kind of beats the point. So unless if you are buying it for hardcore track days, this bike does not make any sense. I won't say I'm absolutely right as I have never been fortunate enough to ride these, so a person who got to swing their legs over all of them, they would certainly know better. Looks amazingly beautiful though.
Great content just subbed. Would love to see a review of the lexmoto lxr 125 (best selling sports bike of 2020 UK)
Or the LXS
Damn, I´m just about to sell my RS 660 and my ZZR 1400 to get an Indian Scout Rogue - I hope that I don´t regret it
Hmm that’s. Tough one. Scout rogue is sexy but the suspension is horrible. U feel everything on the road. Smallest little pebble n it feels like death. Try to get the factory upgraded suspension or the progressive 444 I believe .
Beautiful bike
Great bike, love mine. Two biggest weaknesses is the stock master cylinder which is an esy upgrade, and the rear shock is a little simplistic. That upgrade is little more costly. The raceECU flash is must do for the US spec version, not sure how lawful the ecu flashes go in the UK.
Why do you say it's a must do?
@@godlyobject6509 the stock tune leaves a giant plateau in the power band to meet euro noise/emissions. the race ecu tune optimizes that deficiency.
@@flip_moto Ah, okay. Thanks for the response.
What issue have you noticed with the stock master cylinder? I am also annoyed with it, but not seeing a lot of others having issue with it, so I am wondering if you are seeing the same issue with it that I am seeing. Thanks.
@@adamharnois7072 no issues, just not great for the track. But the longer answer: ride a rsv4 or tuona v4, its clear the RS has lower quality brakes (for obvious reasons). I thought it was pads or lines, but the master upgrade moved the needle the most. And if that didn't, I would have upgraded calipers, but that is the most expensive improvement out of the four options.
I do have a remaining question, i love the bike but i am still wondering about the ride height i am 1m67 and was wondering if would be rideable for my height. How tall are you and do you think this bike is suited for shorter riders? Great video!
I have an issue with the parallel twin, not the old school british legends, the new nanny state bikes. These excuses are been produced to appease media guided modern attitudes to show that bike manufacturers are falling in line to avoid environmentalist persecution. But Bikers use less road space, less fuel etc and are carbon friendly. Replace half the cars with bikes, 50% less congestion. You should do a video about this, no one has yet.
Best looking middleweight?! huh?! First thing first...Beauty in the eyes of the receiver!
R7 looking better so is CBR650 yes Aprilia 660 rs might look a bit better than Kawasaki ninja 650.
0-60 R7 is faster compared to all bikes I listedYes R7 does not have a top end. The reliability of Aprilia is on the bottom of the list on bikes I listed. Last Aprilia is the most expensive from bikes I listed. So no Aprilia is far from the perfect bike. Aprilia 660rs spent more time at the dealer shop than actually people rode it... prove me wrong !
Try tuono 660 factory!!
You don't have ZX6R where you're from? I ride 2023 ZX6R myself but I would love to add a 660 to the stable
Most average riders can no tell the difference 432 brakes vs stylema. Most can not tell the difference in suspension unless semiactive
Until it breaks down... and it will. Rid of mine after 10 months
Is it considered a supersport bike or a sport touring?