Aprilia RS660 | A Realistic review!

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Aprilia RS660 | A Realistic review!

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I ride and review the Aprilia RS660, a 600cc parallel twin middle weight sports bike. In competition with the likes of the Yamaha R7 and Kawasaki Ninja 650. Is the Aprilia enough to convert me to riding a faired sports bike?
I go for a ride around the beautiful New Forest, perhaps not the best roads to test a sports bike on! However this is a real world, realistic review.
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0:00 Intro
1:48 First Impressions
5:18 Performance
8:20 Comfort
9:56 Town
10:50 Back Roads
11:56 Specs
16:01 Tech
18:44 Conclusion
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@grahamrobertson1529 Жыл бұрын

I bought an RS660 a year ago and it’s fantastic. Isn’t boring at all and gets quite a lot of attention for it’s looks. Most people don’t need more power on for road riding. I really don’t know why you’ve reviewed a sports bike on crappy little roads. It’s like reviewing an adventure bike on a race track. Doesn’t make sense.

@redangrevival Жыл бұрын

Yes they where not ideal roads for this bike! As I said I didn't know the area too well. Would be much better off on some nice smooth A roads. Still I am afraid this bike didn't do it for me

@DJOFGOOD Жыл бұрын

Mine is 2 years already and besides reliability problems at the beggining, what a bike. In terms of power for me is the sweet spot, not because I couldnt handle more just I dont wanna get arrested yet it is still fast. And the handling is so sweet, the guys I ride with all have at least 20 more hp (r6, streettriple...) yet wont catch me on the corners. The only thing I dislike is the euro5 huge as a tank catalyst, well and the useless mirrors, but thats a minor problem hahaha

@lancerbiker5263 Жыл бұрын

Smaller cc bikes are definitely becoming more popular with speed reductions and fuel costs rising.Nothing like a laid back cruise on a country road. Nicely done. 😎

@redangrevival Жыл бұрын

Thanks 👍 Yup, just realistically where can you fully appreciate this style of bike on the road

@JJPelszynski Жыл бұрын

The 660 is a terrific machine in the right conditions. Beautifully designed, fizzy power plant and just enough tech. Love’d your realistic review- this is what we riders deal with everyday. Can’t wait to see your on road review of the CP3!

@redangrevival Жыл бұрын

Thanks I appreciate it and glad you enjoyed the review 👍 I love the CP3 engine, hopefully will be testing the new Tracer 9GT Plus very soon.

@jasonstauber5683 Жыл бұрын

Can't say I love this review. It's a bit misleading due to his hopes/expectations which became clear throughout the video... This bike is meant to be a daily commuter that you can take on track and enjoy, not the other way around. So his feedback makes sense. It's not really a "sports" bike in the purest sense of the word like he referred to it throughout the video. It sounds like he's looking for more R6/ZX-6R/CBR600RR type of vibes...

@sweebeyh4327 Жыл бұрын

I have a 2022 V4 Tuono 1100 Factory. It’s a real weapon. Give it a go. You’ll love the handling and the sound. It’s like a magic carpet ride with the Ohlins electronics. It glides over potholes as well. Great vid as usual. 👍

@redangrevival Жыл бұрын

Thanks, glad you enjoyed the video. I would love to give one a try, yup I think that would hit the spot more!!! Cheers

@mickbeckett5136 Жыл бұрын

Great review, I have RS660 on order, it should be with me by the end of April 2023, your review is the First no Bullshit review I’ve heard which is refreshing!! Has you can imagine I have watched almost every conceivable video on this Bike, fair play.

@redangrevival Жыл бұрын

Hi, thanks so much I appreciate that 👍 Really glad you enjoyed the review. Congrats on your order and hope you love your new bike

@ChaseJasperDown Жыл бұрын

Great review! I love the sound of my RS660. It's an incredible bike!

@redangrevival Жыл бұрын

Many thanks I appreciate it and glad you enjoyed the review 👍

@MTBrider26 Жыл бұрын

Sports bikes, cruisers, naked or adventure bikes... all are the best style of bikes for the person who likes them. Choice is good and we are lucky to have so many to choose from. Be a boring world if we all had to ride 1200 GS' because someone determined they were the only bikes anyone ever needs.

@redangrevival Жыл бұрын

Yes I completely agree, it is great to have such a wide selection of different bikes. Keeps things interesting and there is a bike for everyone 👍

@Toni62R Жыл бұрын

I like your reviews - they are close to real life...

@redangrevival Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much I appreciate that 👍

@alexmorgan3435 Жыл бұрын

Note to self. Don't road test bikes in the New Forest.

@redangrevival Жыл бұрын

👍🥴

@crumblymal8479 Жыл бұрын

Lovely looking bike really like the colour scheme but I reckon somewhat frustrating to ride on the todays pothole ridden crap roads here in the UK . More fun to be had somewhere like Tenerife Red I think I would rather have the Hornet 😉👌👍

@redangrevival Жыл бұрын

I agree, I really like the looks of it. I was surprised about that! Yup just not too great for UK roads really. Now Tenerife would be great 😁

@quentinjackson6015 Жыл бұрын

Interesting review because you expressed how many of us might respond to the idea of riding sports bikes. I just enjoy being out on a motorbike, preferably riding through some scenic countryside or on a winding coastal road etc.....For many it's more about the freedom than the speed. Having said that, to ride that gorgeous bike on the right road and when in the mood for some sporty riding would really tickle the senses and I would love to give it a go! I always enjoy your reviews. Cheers.

@redangrevival Жыл бұрын

Many thanks I appreciate it and glad you enjoyed the review 👍 Yes I am the same, I just enjoy riding on two wheels in a beautiful place, or even in the city! I think sports bikes are brilliant in the correct setting etc... On a track for example nothing would beat the thrill of riding fast. However on everyday roads in the UK, I would personally prefer a different style of bike.

@hmoosawi Жыл бұрын

Nice colors combination on this beautiful bike particularly, I liked the wind shield design that goes with the design, Thanks for the review, it was very helpful information.

@redangrevival Жыл бұрын

I agree with that, I love the looks of the bike 👍 Thanks glad you enjoyed the review and found it helpful

@aaaaaaaaaa2303 Жыл бұрын

Great review man! But how tall are you? The bike seems a bit small, ain't it? I'm 183cm, 95kg

@redangrevival Жыл бұрын

Thanks mate, glad you enjoyed it 👍 I'm 5'9", I didn't find it too small

@marcverdi665 Жыл бұрын

Love the blurring out of the speedo when needed 😂

@redangrevival Жыл бұрын

Haha was a must in the area I was riding!

@marcverdi665 Жыл бұрын

Another great video. Awesome-looking bike; not my riding style but a work of art, like most all aprilias.

@redangrevival Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much, really glad you enjoyed the video 👍 Same for me, love the looks, but not my riding style either!

@gren509 Жыл бұрын

Well, take it somewhere more suitable to ride !?

@redangrevival Жыл бұрын

Yes as I said in the video that would be good.

@marksweepiebernard6138 Жыл бұрын

Nice one, good to see the snshine. Keep safe 😎😎

@redangrevival Жыл бұрын

Thanks 👍 Yup Spring is here 😁

@2wheeledwillie395 Жыл бұрын

Not my kinda bike but enjoyed the review in the New Forest ,one of my favourite places ❤

@redangrevival Жыл бұрын

👍 so beautiful to ride and cruise around. But certainly not made for a sports bike!

@SC_Ryder Жыл бұрын

Bro turn it onto individual mode and open it up on the twisties I bet you change your mind.

@redangrevival Жыл бұрын

👍

@comptegoogle511 Жыл бұрын

The difference between this parallel twin and the Ninja one is that you have an extra 25 hp in the high rev just like the super sport 600 cc.

@redangrevival Жыл бұрын

Must be honest I have not ridden the Ninja! However have heard this engine is much more exciting

@DCGULL01 2 ай бұрын

So funny? I think its the very best bike i ever ridden. But, I agree, not every road is made for your bike.

@hyeGUY25 7 ай бұрын

you make a fist between the tank and your nads when sitting so you don't crush your nads during braking lol

@redangrevival 7 ай бұрын

😂

@volt8684 Жыл бұрын

Only ridden one aprilia 1100. Scary but beautiful

@redangrevival Жыл бұрын

Can imagine that is a weapon! I would like a try 😁

@shaunlayton9814 Жыл бұрын

I think you did a good review mate coming from a different kind of rider I’m more like you 😊

@redangrevival Жыл бұрын

Thanks I appreciate that 👍 Was tricky to review a sports bike on these roads!

@phildaniels1214 Жыл бұрын

A useful, real world review; isn't 40mph in traffic the norm these days?

@redangrevival Жыл бұрын

Yup I suppose it was realistic everyday speeds. There are definitely better bikes for it!

@jmlupoludowicy1239 Жыл бұрын

Sport bikes, I like the looks of most of them, but they are not for me. They only make sense if you can ride them above eight tenths which, on public roads, becomes dangerous rather fast. You might want to try a KTM RC390 which is easier to wring out between two bends without breaking the sound barrier every time! As the old saying goes, it’s more fun to ride a slow bike fast then to ride a fast bike slow. 😊 Nice to see you out of your comfort zone though! 😜 Cheers, Lupo

@doug2766 Жыл бұрын

You nailed the main point re: sportbikes on the street. Also, RedAng is very good at communicating the feel of the bikes he reviews...I can read the specs anywhere.

@jmlupoludowicy1239 Жыл бұрын

@@doug2766 Yes, you’re right, that’s why I subscribed to the channel. I came for a particular review and after test riding the thing I found that he was spot on.

@redangrevival Жыл бұрын

Haha cheers, yup this is not my normal type of ride! Certainly felt strange. Exactly right, to enjoy this style of bike you need to be travelling so fast and that is just not legal on the road. Even this 660 needs to be ridden fast to enjoy it. Good idea perhaps the RC390 would be more fun. Cheers

@lilynorthover8378 Жыл бұрын

I actually think it's more fun to ride a fast bike fast. Not on British roads though. Would be fun on a track or if you had to commute largely on motorways. I always like the look of Italian bikes. Would you consider a track ride or motorway on a sporty, Red?

@lilynorthover8378 Жыл бұрын

I do think this was a useful review, as this shows how you would ride it at least 60% of the time. 😊

@redangrevival Жыл бұрын

Not so interested in a motorway ride on it , however a track very much so 😁 I think that would be amazing and these style of bikes can really be used on track. That would be very fun yes! Agree I really like the looks as well

@lilynorthover8378 Жыл бұрын

@@redangrevival that would open up a whole world of different bikes😁 Most have fire in the title, firestorm, fireblade, firebird. Actually, not sure about that last one. Monster, diavel, gixster, zzr mwah ha ha 🐸

@redangrevival Жыл бұрын

@@lilynorthover8378 All amazing bikes. I must get some track time in 😁

@simonchilli2088 Жыл бұрын

Good on you for trying a different style of bike. Sports bixe are not a daily ride tbf. More of a weekend jaunt type of bike.

@redangrevival Жыл бұрын

Yup it was fun to try something a bit different 👍 I completely agree, I would not use a bike like this very often to be honest!

@simonchilli2088 Жыл бұрын

@@redangrevival Garage queen as TMF calls them.

@redangrevival Жыл бұрын

@@simonchilli2088 😂 so right!

@labasrytas2876 Жыл бұрын

quickshifter only works on high revs- comparing to my cd650r honda (3 K cheaper) its like a day and night to change gears... RR is aliexpress bike

@redangrevival Жыл бұрын

Yes unfortunately I was struggling to find any good roads to rev it out!

@motruthhunter Жыл бұрын

You should only buy a RS if you live where you can ride it like it was intended.

@redangrevival Жыл бұрын

Well said!

@LionTheHeart Жыл бұрын

Nice looking bike.. not for me Very enjoyable video Cheers Angus

@redangrevival Жыл бұрын

Yup looks really nice in person 👌 Same not for me either though! Just does not hit the spot. Cheers

@user-sw2lv3zp6o Жыл бұрын

Not my type of bike, I'm afraid.

@redangrevival Жыл бұрын

Nor mine really!

@labasrytas2876 Жыл бұрын

moped version to copycat real bike. to be honest i would compare it to ninja 400 (price wise also). stay away, unless this is your first ever bike :) i had bmw g310r bike few year ago- i would compare RR to it, just with the bigger engine and more electronics - economic class bikes

@redangrevival Жыл бұрын

Didn't manage to hit the spot for me

@rs660alec3 Жыл бұрын

Too much bike for you

@redangrevival Жыл бұрын

Oh yes far too much! What a beast

@labasrytas2876 Жыл бұрын

To author - stop advertising it- this bike is overpriced almost twice of what it is for real!!! its a moped with big engine and modern electronics!!!! compared to my gixxer 600 K7 and honda cb650r its a beginners toy; steering loose, ergonomics shit, "blipper" gear change works as shit (compared to my 15 years old bike without even it :) ) all components eco version of real bike. anyone who is stepping from real sports or street bike will have a feeling they ride a moped

@redangrevival Жыл бұрын

I do slightly agree with you, think it is mainly down to the parallel twin engine. I would much prefer a 4 cylinder or triple in a sports bike.