Aprilia have created a new kind of sportsbike with its new RS660!

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Aprilia have created a new kind of sportsbike with its new RS660! | MCN Reviews

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It ticks all the sportsbike boxes by being fast, exciting and feeling like a mini RSV4 superbike in the corners. It’s crammed with tech and looks just like a cutting-edge race rep should, but crucially it’s easy to live with. Read our full review here: www.motorcycle...
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@regisbagas784 3 жыл бұрын

This appeals to us younger riders who likes travel the extra mile without having the disadvantages of riding a sport bike and sacrificing looks! Well done Neevesy for the banging review!

@HeyAddieImTojo 3 жыл бұрын

I agree. This, I would consider. An r6? Hell no. I’ve sat on one and i could barely get my feet on the pegs xD

@mvee5944 3 жыл бұрын

Appeals to us older riders too

@carrickdubya4765 2 жыл бұрын

@@mvee5944 And us much older riders who don't ride anymore and just like to admire it - it's a beauty!

@roelfkromhout 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent explanation of why this bike is such a big deal. Hoping it does really well for Aprilia.

@steve-wu7jp 3 жыл бұрын

Been waiting for the expert to drop his review :)

@42crazyguy 3 жыл бұрын

Glad to see a return to more road oriented sportbikes like the YZF600R and ZZR600 of yesteryear.

@devinwagers3134 3 жыл бұрын

Love my thundercat! Wish they would make bikes like it again.

@iehen 3 жыл бұрын

and the lovely Kawasaki ZXR400 :)

@Real_MisterSir 3 жыл бұрын

Agreed. It has some great 600 F4i vibes going - but seemingly in a much more agile package.

@KenjiMapes 3 жыл бұрын

Indeed Wish Yamaha still had an offering like the YFZ or FZR in & around 600-650 whether its an I4 or PTwin. Honda has the CBR650R and CB650R which have been updated and are in the comfortable sportbike segment. Likewise Kawasaki has their 650 Ptwins in the Ninja 650 & Z650. I think Yamaha has a hole in their lineup. As I got older I got sick of my CBR600RR’s harsh position and am more of a chill rider. I am seeking comfort while maintaining capability. I have no need for a 750 or liter bike. This Aprilia is a work of art but like Triumphs and Ducati’s it’s pricey and out of reach for many buyers. To be fair though there are a lot of amazing bikes and they have blurred a lot of the lines between the bike types. Many “casual” bikes have gotten sportier and livelier and vice versa.

@DoctorStrange01 3 жыл бұрын

@@KenjiMapes I'll take a guess and say that if RS 660 sells well, other companies might start to smell $$$ in this "new" class and build something to compete with Aprilia. Considering how good the reviews are and how many people seem to be interested in this bike, it's a very possible scenario. I doubt, that other brands will just let Aprilia fill that spot and do nothing about it. Supersport sales are pretty bad, so making something in between a typical sport tourer and a supersport seems to be a good idea, as we can see with RS 660.

@bikasht8354 3 жыл бұрын

That's a beautiful middleweight..

@Queenshizuka0 3 жыл бұрын

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@bruceleong9534 3 жыл бұрын

Sensible and exciting. More than enough power for the road. Enough for the track. Just not enough for the pub 😉

@Real_MisterSir 3 жыл бұрын

I'd say it's perfect for the pub, since it easily allows you to judge wether your company is worth spending time with or not ;) I ain't offering a round on me, to people who act like spec sheet warriors when they're off of their bikes

@poomrapeesannok7441 3 жыл бұрын

Not enough for anything if you are a decent rider . If you need comfortable you should not be on a sport bike . Same if you don't do 150 mph plus on a regular . What is this thing for ? People who want to look cool but don't want more than 85 hp to the rubber. I guess bikers are getting more sissy as well . Tc on 100 hp . Talk about gimmicky . Give us an 800 cc 18,000 rpm redline 190 hp monster . Revs baby . And no tc . That's what I want

@Real_MisterSir 3 жыл бұрын

@@poomrapeesannok7441 We get it Karen only your taste counts. Let me go get the manager, I have a feeling you're gonna ask for him sooner or later

@susanmaggiora4800 3 жыл бұрын

Poomrapee Sannok Goddamn....I wish I could be as hardcore as you. You must be a such a cool guy! I bet you’ve got tons of friends & they all admire what a crazy motorcycle rider you are. Chicks probably love you as well. Imagine, equating your manhood with the amount of horsepower in your bike... what. a. tosser.

@cobenblack1876 3 жыл бұрын

Always interesting when someone who clearly has no experience decided to try and convince people who do that they know what they’re talking about. When you get your 125 mate, you let us know and we’ll give you pointers.

@australoitaliano 3 жыл бұрын

Great looking real world bike. I really don't understand those comments complaining that a parallel twin isn't like a inline 4. The point of a bike like this is exactly not to be an inline 4. It's just another option (a better one in my opinion).

@f1hotrod527 3 жыл бұрын

So its what the 600's used to be in the 90's and early 2000's, crazy performance but with a little practicality and a little of the edge taken off.

@DoctorStrange01 3 жыл бұрын

Yep. Just perfect, sporty, but comfy bike for everyday use without ass pain (like, real physical pain).

@_rubberbandit3697 3 жыл бұрын

Best review of this bike by far. Well done Neevesy!

@JamchesterBoozle 3 жыл бұрын

This is a stroke of genius form Aprilia...….thinking about swapping my 675 R for this. Love torque, all the way :)

@lt1eg6 3 жыл бұрын

First time I swapped from a the Daytona (Long gearing got old) to an SV, then I went for a GSXR back to the SV. Torque all the way. This bike should be a delight.

@tarukmongto 3 жыл бұрын

You don't deserve a 675R. You had better swap it as you're obviously not capable of piloting it even close to its potential. I have a ninja because it's faster and I have nuts. But the 675r is the best handling bike I've ridden. Please give it to somebody more deserving. Enjoy your parallel twin.

@shiftyshamsk 3 жыл бұрын

Sold my Mille for a 675. Regretted it, bought another Mille. You can't beat torque.

@JamchesterBoozle 3 жыл бұрын

@@tarukmongto 😂😂 Hey man, don't be so sensitive lol. I love my street triple! But, I'd like something with more torque - apologise if this has ruined your day. 😂😂 And.....how dare you buy a ninja who gave you permission to do that?? If only everyone had your nuts Matt lol

@JamchesterBoozle 3 жыл бұрын

@Casey R. I don't care about the Ninja I was talking about the Aprilia, then someone come in talking about how I didn't deserve my street triple lol....ok

@drink4711 3 жыл бұрын

happy return to the middle-weights! lovely balance

@RUBBERNMETAL 3 жыл бұрын

Yes! Please make bikes like this that makes sense for the road.

@ncsteeltoe 3 жыл бұрын

I've been wanting someone to build this for years. Even my 750 is too much for any road in the country and first gear is a felony anywhere lol.

@cornellkirk8946 3 жыл бұрын

Jesus what country do you live in? I’m in the U.K. have an aprilia 1000 and it’s ideal. Can hit 150mph on all the back roads and it loves it, nice twisty roads round here it’s perfect

@patw9175 3 жыл бұрын

What an absolute beauty. Love the mismatched wheels too.

@turkishexpress 3 жыл бұрын

Those parallel twins sound so good too.

@marcusgeorge1825 3 жыл бұрын

I’ve been waiting for a bike just like this for longer than I can remember! A great honest review which has only made me want it more! Thank you sir. 👍😎

@CyberGasty 3 жыл бұрын

This is a good package, but for the sales Tuono 660 will be a killer.

@Angel-rg9dh 3 жыл бұрын

Oh, good things can happen in 2020!

@DF-ss5ep 2 ай бұрын

I must commend you on your selling skills. I've had this bike for a couple of months now, and all the information is truthful. I'm a new rider, and to me the acceleration is mind blowing. On the highway, I can feel it wouldn't take that much to reach its top power, but I won't be needing it for a long time anyway.

@johnswanson6994 3 жыл бұрын

“200 hp is a waste of time on the road”. Truer words Neevsey, truer words!

@gm16v149 3 жыл бұрын

Maybe so but you can still use 200 HP for track days and ride on the road as well.

@johnswanson6994 3 жыл бұрын

@gm16v149 True that, but how many track day riders are capable enough to truly get the full potential out of a 205 hp motorcycle? Maybe 2-3%? It’s still way too much for 95% of riders. Isn’t it really about being a poseur?

@gm16v149 3 жыл бұрын

@@johnswanson6994 Depends on the track. You most definitely can use 200+ HP at Phillip Island near where I live. I hire a BMW S1000RR for there but my 110 HP Kawasaki Z900RS is just perfect for the street. It’s all a matter of choice of course. Personally the Aprilia wouldn’t be for me though it’s a nice bike.

@notafanatic 3 жыл бұрын

I wish more manufacturers would bring back the 4 pot 750cc class pumping out around 150bhp for sensible money. It's the perfect balance between power / torque / top-end for the road. Basically a GSXR-750.

@purebloodheretic4682 3 жыл бұрын

👍Agreed, the Zx7r & Gsxr-750s were Awesome, Quick Enough! imho

@kirkdunn1379 Жыл бұрын

Agreed, 140-150 hp is the sweetspot....can still scratch an itch while being reasonable.....200 hp is insane Drag racing on a freeway is drag racing...... Do kinda wish Aprilia mad like 800cc version with 120-130 hp Triumph would be a great street bike as well I have the 890 R but the wind is brutal, that's where Aprilia shines...not too aggressive but has a fairing....

@gnarshread 3 жыл бұрын

If the amount of Aprilia's I've been seeing at track days lately us anything to go by this little package will be pretty popular.

@SuperbikeDiscovery 3 жыл бұрын

I just love this channel. Guys of MCN are the best in reviews.

@Firestorm637 3 жыл бұрын

Middle weights are the new liter bikes. The middle weights have plenty of power. You do not need top of the line halo bike. Halo bikes show the future with electronic and features filter down to their other bikes.

@stubailey9433 3 жыл бұрын

Always loved the 600cc class. Fun bikes.

@mrnicktoyou 3 жыл бұрын

Realistically, 100hp on a motorbike is ridiculously fast. You will never need more than that on the road.

@ikbendusan 3 жыл бұрын

there's a difference between want and need

@Real_MisterSir 3 жыл бұрын

@@ikbendusan still, for many people the want and need are both covered with 100 hp for most street use. There's also a matter of how the power is delivered, where something like the RS660 can offer most of its potential at actual real road speeds and riding/traffic flow, whereas the more dedicated supersports need long stretches of clear road in order to actually allow you to use their power advantage high up in the revs. That's why the 650 class is already so popular, because they offer real world performance that's always accessible in urban environments - and now the RS660 bumps up that real world engagement into the sportsbike category. In many ways the RS660 is to the 650 class, what superbikes are to 600 supersports.

@exothermal.sprocket 3 жыл бұрын

100hp is ridiculously fast, if the motorcycle doesn't weigh more than a dirtbike.

@NudaMan 3 жыл бұрын

@@exothermal.sprocket I mean the bike is 400 pounds wet 🥲, I rode one at my job/dealership and the fact that it’s so light the wind was blowing me left and right on the test ride and that’s a con for me but everything is is pro pro pro lol

@exothermal.sprocket 3 жыл бұрын

Stability is affected by overall weight. But that's not everything. You could put a 300 pound man on a Grom and stability would still be an issue. A lot of it has to do with aerodynamics, center of gravity, steering geometry, front-to-rear weight bias, engine flywheel effect (crank, flywheel, transmission), how heavy the bike's wheels are.

@Kdubbzism 3 жыл бұрын

I used to ride a Honda CBR600F4i, 2001 with similar horsepower. Super comfortable and was not intimidating as my first bike, This seems like that bike but for 2021, 20 years later and from a more premium brand. Would absolutely LOVE this bike.

@future62 3 жыл бұрын

Hope this thing is the kick in the ass Kawa and Suzuki need to give their 650s some balls. A Ninja 750 triple would fit nice between the 400 and 1000 and I know the SV engine block can go to like 750cc. More sub 400lb 100HP standard bikes please

@whylie74 3 жыл бұрын

I've heard that it and its' Norton skinned sister are now eligible for IOM TT light weights, so it may be the push the big four and others need to follow suite.

@larriwithay 3 жыл бұрын

I think the reason Kawi doesn’t do anything with the 650 is because of a “if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it” mentality. Also notice that the bike is more comfort oriented and I’d guess their 650 is a good selling bike for Kawi despite not being the most powerful of its class

@larriwithay 3 жыл бұрын

Also keep in mind Kawi uses that 650 engine for its other bikes. I do feel they should make a more powerful engine to replace but emissions probably gonna bite them in the ass

@ninja1970fin 3 жыл бұрын

636 is THE bike. Not 650 which is a toy.

@cbats1888 3 жыл бұрын

If an Sv750SRA will be released, i'd instantly buy it. I love my k7 sv650sra, but it needs a less stretched seating position (less reach to the bars) and >80hp with the same character. I adore the Aprilia, but it should have had a V-twin!

@f1hotrod527 3 жыл бұрын

Cool bike. Looks like a full on sports bike. The styling looks better in this video than at the bike shows.

@spooner9440 3 жыл бұрын

As always, a comprehensive description and review.. always a thumbs!

@eleiaandsteven 3 жыл бұрын

Please encourage Yamaha to create a R7. It would be super easy, barely an inconvenience. Just take the MT-07 motor, and put it in a beafed up R3 chassis. Take the suspension and brakes from and R6. Give it the 1st gen R3 dash. It's the best dash ever. No need for TC. Just ABS and you should be good. Price it ubder 10k.

@Real_MisterSir 3 жыл бұрын

Ahh, seeing Ryan quotes in unrelated comment sections is TIGHT

@dschimp 3 жыл бұрын

Wow wow wow wow ... wow

@eleiaandsteven 3 жыл бұрын

@@dschimp convincing manufacturers to build us bikes we actually want is TIGHT!

@Real_MisterSir 3 жыл бұрын

@@eleiaandsteven ... "so this is an Italian sportsbike, why is it sensible to ride on the street and doesn't cost a fortune?" "Whoops" "Whoopsie"

@eleiaandsteven 3 жыл бұрын

@@Real_MisterSir I'm going to need you to get allllll the way off my back about this being made for the street. Let me get off that thing.

@jostinjoebaby3424 3 жыл бұрын

Was seriously waiting for your review. Great bike.

@rob.fisher 3 жыл бұрын

Great review - interested in the comparison to the Ducati as a current SS owner and sounds like i need to have a ride on one next year! :)

@theSTUNTHAMSTER 3 жыл бұрын

Ditto

@MrBurchy 3 жыл бұрын

I've a Ducati SS as well. Would be interesting to see a comparison although a good few years development between them. Can't believe Neevesy said this would be more exciting than the Duc SS though. Better noise and slightly more power from the Duc with the same type of package: relatively light and balanced frame with sports bike looks and some comfort.

@jstogdill 3 жыл бұрын

Same hear. Wish he would have expanded on what he meant by “more involved than the Ducati”

@ampm9771 3 жыл бұрын

SS is a naked bike.

@MrBurchy 3 жыл бұрын

@@ampm9771 no it's not. You're thinking of the Streetfighter.

@nyleen 3 жыл бұрын

So they've made a fantastic 660 now. When are we getting a SXV450/550 again? We need a new twin supermoto!

@mala7794 3 жыл бұрын

tuono 660 and a sxv with the Vtwin would be my dream garage

@nyleen 3 жыл бұрын

@@mala7794 Same. Tuono for the street/commute and SXV for my rampant racing addiction.

@mala7794 3 жыл бұрын

@@nyleen exacly

@twowheeler7203 3 жыл бұрын

Another sensible review by Mr N. I really like the look of this bike and I think it will do really well or should do if riders are honest with themselves and admit they don't need more than 100bhp to have fun. Sure if you do lots of trackdays and are really fast you might want a quicker bike, but is it worth it for the cramped riding position? Perhaps that's just my age talking :) I think it will be worth a test ride, some people may actually like the parallel twin especailly as it's a 270 crank so will feel more like a v twin and more compact. My only hesistation would be the dealer network but maybe if it sells to the masses there will be more anyway :)

@michaelbrady9364 3 жыл бұрын

Waiting for the Touno version. Factory.

@KingCast65 3 жыл бұрын

Neevsy great to see ya m8! Loved your work for the past 15 years since I returned to bikes after a 9 year hiatus.

@pistolpete6321 3 жыл бұрын

And it has a fuel gauge, yippee, well done Aprilia! Great review!

@jamsxr 3 жыл бұрын

Good review. Well done Aprilia!

@ryanmaclellan8518 3 жыл бұрын

I was going to get the cbr650r till I saw this one now im waiting till spring 2021 to get mine, this is going to be the longest winter 😩

@botiroti1 3 жыл бұрын

You’re too big for this bike man.....lol

@Uninfluenceable 3 жыл бұрын

not sure how much the R6 is in the UK, but in the US the projected price of the RS660 is more than the R6 and MUCH MORE expensive than the current ZX6r (which is under 10k USD), and I just don't see how a parallel twin can compete or even compare at that price. Other than fancy electronics (which on a low output bike like this isn't really needed) I don't see the value proposition.

@Mikaelsson 3 жыл бұрын

I guess it appeals to people that wants usable power . And don’t want to rev there heads of .

@SounderMusician 3 жыл бұрын

Its $11,299... which last I checked is less than a R6. Has more electronics, more usable torque, better ergos, and (imo) better looks.

@beaubenraw 3 жыл бұрын

If you don't get it, you don't get it.

@GigachadAKM 3 жыл бұрын

Better electronics, better chassis tuning, more premium product, better sound (subjective, but those 270 twins sound fantastix)

@matejribic9090 3 жыл бұрын

World is bigger than USA. Here in EU kawasaki 363 is 11.4K, R6 is 13K and aprilia rs660 11k. So difrent

@atastefortheroad4475 3 жыл бұрын

The RS660 sounds like a baby S1000RR - heated grips, decent ergos, excellent electronics pkg - but with snazzier clothes, a more soulful engine note, and usable power. Nice!

@jsleeio 3 жыл бұрын

have any of the other non-BMW sportsbikes gained heated grips yet? I recall an older vid where Mr. Neeves had a good whinge about the other manufacturers not doing it

@atastefortheroad4475 3 жыл бұрын

@@jsleeio I'm not aware of any stock from the factory.

@iamtherealzombie 3 жыл бұрын

@@atastefortheroad4475 I think it's actually an option now on the new base RR, standard on the M package, I think?

@Bunter1815 3 жыл бұрын

I know it's not a biggie but I can't see where it's mentioned that it heated grips?

@justinburtonracing5135 3 жыл бұрын

The problem is aprilia's reliability and there is no dealers anywhere around me but looks cool

@notafanatic 3 жыл бұрын

agreed, lack of dealers puts me off owning an electronics heavy Aprilia

@Boleslav69 3 жыл бұрын

Rly? Id that a thing anymore? I own 2010 dorsoduro which i crashed twice (lowslide). Bike never had an issue... (even after crashes that is, with electronics noone else had at a time, throttle mapping)

@justinburtonracing5135 3 жыл бұрын

@@Boleslav69 use to he a thing atleast and with a whole new platform you never know. Just not for me is all

@24879067marshall 3 жыл бұрын

So many will hit the mini twin club scene. Good job Aprilia

@ReferenceFidelityComponents 2 жыл бұрын

Nice as the 660 is, my answer to the over complex, over powerful for road hyperbikes was to buy an Aprilia Mille rsvr gen1. Loads of power and loads more torquey grunt than the 660 making the power delivery a lot more brutal...no electronic aids. Sublime chassis The most fun on 2 wheels you can have. Not as fast in a straight line as the latest superbikes but on road? You won't notice the difference. Best thing is you can buy a good one for less than half the price of a 660.

@bobelable Жыл бұрын

Morning Mike lovejoy here the face book warrior lol you've given this bike a really good review and for me to think it's good is pretty good ,your spot on with the 200 hp thing on the rd I ride a m1000rr on the rd and as you say its only fun when your riding it at jail sentence speed so I think this little bike would be a cracker xx

@1956colinb 3 жыл бұрын

What took you so long Michael 😂😂 Looks a great little bike and I’m sure it’ll be tons of fun on a nice twisty road, only thing missing......it hasn’t got the potential to scare the crap out of you like a litre bike can 😳 and let’s face it, we all like a bit of an adrenaline rush now and again 😬!! Great review, some on board camera footage would have been nice to hear what it sounds like when your wringing it’s neck 👍

@chidizzy6633 3 жыл бұрын

I really think ktm have missed the boat here an rc 790 / 890 would be unreal !

@f1hotrod527 3 жыл бұрын

strangely, the yellow really looks better than the other 2, and highlights the lines much better.

@ssmith954 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent review, thanks! Could not agree more -- I think this race for 200hp+ bikes have kind of killed the market, in that they're totally impractical for the road, expensive and off-putting for may riders. It's great to see the middle-weight segment get a bit of a kick with this launch. This looks like great fun on the road, it's got good but manageable power, won't kill the back, and the pricing seems reasonable. Would love to see you guys do a long term loan/review of this one.

@soorajy4181 3 жыл бұрын

Finally a 5 min + video from neevesy.....!❤

@michals1108 3 жыл бұрын

its not just price which decide what sells but also ergonomics and overall usability , for normal daily use we don't need 200hp and super sporty position.

@PCERules 3 жыл бұрын

I just wonder if some of the other manufacturers who used to rule this sector will wake up? A new decent mid range GSXR is way overdue, that RS660 has all the practical bits to make it the one bike you own as the Z750 and GSXR 750 used to be: foldable mirrors, a riding position that isn't painful and opportunities to tart your ride up to keep you interested. My nearest Aprilia dealer isn't close but I'm going to have a look at one!

@richardpichan6916 3 жыл бұрын

Muz used to make a few dualsports, a supermoto and a couple smaller sportbikes with a tightened up Yamaha 660 single. Thinkin they'd be pretty hot in todays market.

@paolomendioro1187 3 жыл бұрын

Funny that when I look at the RS660 concept and the production RS660, the concept looks so gorgeous and the production model looks kinda less aggressive. But in side profile, they look virtually the same lol

@Ahogg1992 3 жыл бұрын

Things are looking good for the new rsv4 and tuono

@Ben-hb4my 3 жыл бұрын

I love it, lets face it, that bike is more than enough for the majority of road riders

@philipjames3526 3 жыл бұрын

Looks cool. However, I wish someone was making a 140bhp / 150bhp middle weight sportbike....

@philipjames3526 3 жыл бұрын

@@robertprosser6856 100% The options are either. 100/120bhp RS660, ZX6, R6 or 200bhp 1000's....seems like a gap

@joeridestrijcker445 3 жыл бұрын

you mean like the Ducati Pani 959 (V2 now)? ;)

@philipjames3526 3 жыл бұрын

@@joeridestrijcker445 bascially ;-) Just by the other brands without the Ducati Tax - I mean. A modern K5 ideally.

@joeridestrijcker445 3 жыл бұрын

@@philipjames3526 the 959/V2 have the sporty clipons though... I found my 959 extremely uncomfortable as a road bike; the SS raised clipons were much better for me... the RS660 has those too. And yes, the Ducati tax... sigh... if that were translated into quality control, I could maybe accept it ;)

@peterblue1100 3 жыл бұрын

Great review as usual & useful I love that green !

@That90sKid 3 жыл бұрын

Kawasaki should rework the ZX6R ergo all together to fit like the RS660 and keep the same price.

@MyMednas 3 жыл бұрын

I really hope not. The ZX6R is a proper sports bike. I don't want high bars. Get a CBR650 if you want a mid size sport tourer.

@CutTheKam 3 жыл бұрын

@@MyMednas thats the ninja 650 lmao

@ferdelance7474 3 жыл бұрын

Maybe make a ninja 900 variant?

@TK-_-421 3 жыл бұрын

@@ferdelance7474 A Ninja 900 or Z900S should definitely be a thing. I hope we get a wider variety of mid weight sport tourer bikes.

@That90sKid 3 жыл бұрын

@@MyMednas Majority of users use it on the street and sometimes track. Just like the RS 660. IMO they should make a variant of it. They have already slightly changed the ergo for the 2019-2021 models to be more forgiving on the street and changed sprockets to match early power for street use. Its already headed that direction.

@Farsightful 2 жыл бұрын

i have watched this review so many times... this is my dream motorcycle.

@mermerac9610 3 жыл бұрын

A barebones edition without the fancy electronics would be cool. Just the modern essentials ABS, TCS just switchable.

@lorentzinvariant7348 3 жыл бұрын

This bike really has my attention! An exotic middleweight sport bike that is comfortable but still has all the goods. And it’s gorgeous!!!! I’ve heard elsewhere that it still has alot of the sound of the rsv4.

@ricardorodrigues3508 3 жыл бұрын

Should ha e half of it at least, since its half a rsv4 engine lol

@robertdavis4761 3 жыл бұрын

Your reviews are the best!!!

@GMss101 3 жыл бұрын

Looks fantastic. I hope people buy them and keep the 600s going!

@KiwiMoto72 2 жыл бұрын

I bought one as my 2nd track bike alongside my V4S Pani. I am excited to throw clips on's, rear sets, and Ohlins on her. Game on!

@jamiebell1528 3 жыл бұрын

It's an interesting bike for sure. Think the RS660 might be in a more well-defined niche than the 660 Tuono, which will be going head-to-head with the 790 Duke and the Street Triple, which both have a displacement advantage and are likely to be a bit cheaper (unless you get the Street Triple RS). And the 660rs makes sense for racers if it qualifies in the 650 class. At 6'4" I'd be worried it was a bit small. The Ducati fitted me, when I tried that. Feel another test ride coming on...

@MrRedragon64 3 жыл бұрын

Finally a new bike without a black frame!!!! Bravo Italia!!!

@afropovic 3 жыл бұрын

BSB support series? Do it...Do it!

@glsracer 3 жыл бұрын

This bike is starting to grow on me though I still think it's a bit overpriced. I'll look forward to seeing a track comparison with the CBR650R. I tend to prefer the 4 cylinder sound and I already have a parallel twin touring bike, but an RS660 could be pretty intriguing if they ever offer incentives in the US.

@jonathanhidalgo4591 3 жыл бұрын

I fully agree with you, I think if they would have given the engine just a smidge more capacity say another 100CCs and another 10-15hp then it would have really hit the sweet spot for me and feel like it’s worth the asking price. Perhaps we’ll have to wait for the Factory R model, or they’ll pull a KTM and offer an update a year after launch like they did with the 790/890 Duke.

@glsracer 3 жыл бұрын

@@jonathanhidalgo4591, exactly. With 15 more HP I could see this being very competitive at the price point. It would be down around 5 to 10 HP vs many 600 supersports but the extra torque in the RS660 would make up for that. I guess we'll see how the tuning/modding scene develops. Maybe Euro 5 locked some power away somewhere easy to access with a flash.

@jonathanhidalgo4591 3 жыл бұрын

@@glsracer Agree. I'm hoping a flash and an exhaust will liberate another 10hp. As it is, I'd be hard pressed to trade my XSR900s power and acceleration and sound of my triple for the better handling and sporting appeal of the Aprilia.

@weevilinabox 3 жыл бұрын

So Aprilia, thinking modern sportsbikes are too fast and track-focused, make a road-orientated bike---which this tester said he rode without wanting more power or handling---and you guys want on-track comparisons and more power. #irony

@jonathanhidalgo4591 3 жыл бұрын

@@weevilinabox Not exactly. While I like what Aprilia is aiming for with this bike, I feel like they may have gone too far the other way, at least for me anyway. I certainly don't want something track oriented and that you have to rev to close to redline to get moving. And while 100hp might be just enough is also not exciting. To me the best sweet spot in power/torque for road track is currently offered by the FZ09, 790/890 Duke, and Triumphs street triple and those are all 115-125ish hp bikes. Any one of these engines in that Aprilia would have my money.

@getdownmikelove 3 жыл бұрын

In Canada you can get a new 2019 Tuono 1100 for $500 more. I don't know if they'll sell a lot at the price they've come up with.

@davep6286 3 жыл бұрын

Does seem a NO Brainier which one there going to sell more of over there! As long as insurance does not cripple you😱👍 That a amazingly low price point for the 1100👏👏

@KrikkitWarlord 3 жыл бұрын

Like all new models you won't get discounts straight away, but by the end of next year, or the year after you'll get the usual discounts coming through I think, can't wait to pick one up when they're a smidge cheaper

@22Epic 3 жыл бұрын

In Canada the 2019 Tuono RR (the cheapest one) is 15,499$ so more like 4000$ more.

@getdownmikelove 3 жыл бұрын

@@22Epic The 2019 Tuono is $13,990 at international motorsports in Vancouver. The 660 Canadian price is $13,549 .

@22Epic 3 жыл бұрын

@@getdownmikelove no point comparing a special offer with a retail price, the 660 will be available for less next year.

@cpinch73 Жыл бұрын

Absolutely love your reviews 👍

@XRM473 3 жыл бұрын

Makes me pine for an updated VFR800....

@shannoncrawford7212 3 жыл бұрын

Would 6’2”, 32” inseam fit comfortably on it. Probably wouldn’t get one because the nearest dealer is 3 hours away, but you never know. Currently on an MT-10, but considering a 790 Duke. Mainly to lose some of the top end that is going to cause me to lose my license someday. This bike looks like an awesome replacement if it fits my frame, but that dealership thing. And the 790 Dukes are listed for $8k at several dealers within reasonable driving distance, so that is another plus for the KTM. Although I much prefer the styling on the Ape.

@waysideme 3 жыл бұрын

Looks like a really good street bike.

@kindajal 3 жыл бұрын

the mt07 should have a sports bike version

@kindajal 3 жыл бұрын

@@Rexij shall ask for mt09 sportsbike version now

@ninja1970fin 3 жыл бұрын

Well if Kawi wont export the 6R to europe in 2021 due to euro5 regulations this is a nice replacement, although more expensive

@stavroGR 3 жыл бұрын

I am not into sportbikes but the engine will be useful for aprilia on the following years.

@hoodedr6 2 жыл бұрын

I’m going to Uni in September so I’m going to be selling my car and upgrading from the LXR 125 to a 600, if I pass my DAS🤞 and honestly been dreaming about an Aprillia for a while, I’m so close to finally getting one, this was a great review for me to see what I’ll be getting.

@ChasingTenths 3 жыл бұрын

Who dislikes these videos I don’t get it ... there’s always someone who dislikes videos

@moorepower13 3 жыл бұрын

Some jerks board at work...in Honda headquarters.

@khawajadotd 3 жыл бұрын

Anyone who wants to teach their YT algorithm what to recommend to them and what not to. I'm glad I got the rec, but I understand the use case for a dislike.

@ApriliaRSA250 3 жыл бұрын

@@khawajadotd This is it.

@leo90au 3 жыл бұрын

@@khawajadotd is that how you get the recommends you want? there ta go

@bidsarsanjaya5867 3 жыл бұрын

They think its a download buttons

@guardian7377 3 жыл бұрын

Well I know what bike I'm buying when I get a full licence! It's literally everything I want in a bike! In Australia you can't really use supersports so it's actually perfect

@GT3.00 3 жыл бұрын

I think with a ECU tune and exhaust this will push 110+ hp, it has more torque which is available sooner and it weighs 20+lbs less than the rivals. They had to do the 100hp to meet regulations. This is a great bike.

@ragerider6283 3 жыл бұрын

Really nice bike. Also great vid & best review I"ve seen for this bike by a mile, really comprehensive. Very tempting! Saw rumours that Euro 5 is killing off the Shiver & Dorsoduro soon so 660 Tuono's got the Shiver replacement covered & I reckon we can expect a Dorso 660 at some point too which would be awesome!

@FrankFurther 3 жыл бұрын

Looks bloody gorgeous. Love the yellow and red.

@GreggCesaroni 3 жыл бұрын

I’m so happy they made this. I want one so bad....

@redshiftit8303 3 жыл бұрын

I've got a 2017 R6 and this look like my next buy!

@Cbrmansc77 3 жыл бұрын

I think the entire motorcycle community was waiting for the motorcycle genious mike to speak about this, I cant wait until they have an exhaust for this bike

@Firestorm637 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent review as always.

@GOINFINITI 3 жыл бұрын

What a beautiful bike and awesome review guys! I really enjoy and appreciate your opinion. That being said I do have a question for you MCN. I own K8 GSX-R 750 - 95% road usage. So would it be OK for me to move to this bike from Aprilia? What do you think guys - or will I miss that 150 HP top end I currently have?

@RetroRidingEveryday 3 жыл бұрын

Very nice review!

@belikof747 3 жыл бұрын

Really interesting comments on this bike. So happy it is that good. Coming from an MT-07 which is a lot of fun, I had three choices : Triumph Street Triple R or RS, BMW S1000R which are way more powerful. I prefer to know my bike well before buying a new one and I better start by this RS660 before big power roadster. You got a new suscriber 🤘

@petermurphy75able 3 жыл бұрын

I couldn't buy another aprilia. I had a 2015 tuono and it was never out of the garage. It wouldn't start when hot, the traction control went mental and even a side panel blew off. They're great when everything works but that isn't often.

@brianrainey2739 3 жыл бұрын

Neevesy...you might have mentioned the passenger seat...or lack thereof....they want a comfortable useable everyday sportbike but don’t equip it for a passenger? Please explain.