Aprilia RS 660 detailed review (inc. 0-100) | A fantastic (and overpriced) motorcycle
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- Опубликовано: 16 июл 2024
- My detailed review for the Aprilia RS 660. It was hard to give the keys back on this one. A super fun, great looking bike.
There were a couple of little things I missed that are worth mentioning (I'm already nearly up to 30 mins!), I'll put a sticky comment down below.
Time stamps
Intro: 00:00
Design & Looks: 00:20
Engine: 04:44
0-100: 10:50
Engine cont: 11:02
Suspension: 13:16
Handling: 18:07
Comfort/riding position: 19:44
Brakes & clutch: 22:02
Dash: 24:04
Questions: 25:41
Conclusion: 26:13
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My favourite thing still with this bike is it's a no compromise styling compared to its peers. Yes the ergo's will suffer and be closer to a supersport, but it's absolutely worth it because this design absolutely blows anything comparable out of the water like the CBR650 or Ninja 650.
100%, they've nailed the ergo balance and looks imo
Dude, this has been the MOST in depth video I’ve come across! I’m impatiently awaiting the arrival of my Tuono 660, and have consumed all the Tuono videos, and am now on to the RS videos. I’ve not heard ANYONE go this in depth!! This is super helpful. Thank you!
Cheers mate. Had a good time on this one. How long till your Tuono arrives?
Hi everyone, here are some things I missed out that are worth mentioning. The 0-100 time is 4.4 seconds. The gearing could be a little shorter for the street. Neutral is tricky to find, it did get easier the longer I had the bike. The bike is definitely built to a price, could be a sign of the times, but if you look at a Street Triple RS, the build quality is noticeably higher. Still, top bike and an absolute blast to ride and it's hard to put a price on that. Cheers and hope you enjoyed the vid
why didnt you use the launch control?
@@antoniobaak146 it doesn't have it. I see some people managed to do get launch control to pop up on the dash with a work around, but it's a glitch as far as I know
@@onthebackwheel ahh thats sad, thanks for the quick reply tho! i have a ninja 650 and want an upgrade that won't brake my purse for street riding. maybe a dyno tune could give the rs660 more torque low end?
@@antoniobaak146 an exhaust and tune would help for sure. I loved the bike and engine, it would be a big upgrade over your 650
@@onthebackwheel probably with an austin racing exhaust or sc project. austin is my preference tho. is launch control really worth it actually? could u launch manually quicker?
10/10 review. Hard to find someone without a bias & have good judgement. Well done
Thanks mate
Great review. They must be pricing them higher down-under. In the US, they are selling all day long for $11,399 which, converted to AUD, is about $16,400. According to your vid, that puts it cheaper than the ZX6 and the RS is a far superior bike. They also have a $500 discount for first responders and military. I ended up getting the Tuono version and, with discount, it was $9999US or $14,300AU. That's a steal, and it's an absolutely fantastic and comfortable bike.... with Cruise Control :)
Cruise control is so good! And yes, we get stiffed a bit with the pricing of them for some reason. They did lower them significantly which makes them much more appealing
@@onthebackwheel @bertmoog add the tax and fees and it is exactly the price you had shown... so... we're all getting stiffed... if they had a more basic cheaper model without all the tech and fancy shmancy... id get one... but ive put around 2-3K into my 2017 FZ07 and its pretty much the exact same bike... i actually kinda like mine more now that i cheated on it, ive come to realize how much i love it.
Great review video - well done!
Cheers, enjoyed the bike
Based off the concerns you had, I’d be interested to see what the tuono 660 factory can do fix things
The best review I've seen of this bike so far, very thorough and helpful - thank you! I've just bought one of these bikes in the UK (£9500) and I pick it up next week. This review has filled me with confidence!
Thanks mate. Top bike, enjoy!
Nice clutch and throttle control on the 0-100 launch. No short shifts and you know where the power band is and how to use it. Thank you for that, its one of the only 0-60 mph videos where the rider isnt limiting the potential of this motorcycle.
i cant help but be dissapointed when im looking for an motorcycle acceleration video and the only thing i find is someone thats launching the bike like a family saloon on a sunday..
Thanks mate. No use launching it unless you're going to do it properly!
Perfect review, thank you so much from Hong Kong👍👍👍👏👏👏❤️❤️❤️💯💯💯
Great review!
Thanks!
great review!
Thanks mate
Great vid! The flat spot is what I would imagine, that just under 7000k rpm area you referred to !
Really thorough review , thinking of buying one .
Thanks. If you're in Aus they've dropped to a very tempting price too
@@onthebackwheel Thanks a million for the response, I'm in Ireland 😂
superb work here, cant wait for the little brother RS 457
Cheers. Keen to see how it performs too
I own this bike in the Acid Gold colour scheme and as my first "real" bike I absolutely LOVE IT! I say "real" because I live in the UK and until you pass your full test you can't ride anything bigger than a 125cc on the public roads. Yes it's expensive but with the rider aids I still think it represents value for money, plus it looks FANTASTIC and handles brilliantly as far as I'm concerned. As an older new rider I think it will take me a while to find the limits you were referring to and by then I will probably be looking to add a Tuono V4 of some description but like I said that's way into the future.
I feel like I could've written this! Have my DAS in September, and after researching almost every single bike in the middleweight category, this stands out by a mile on performance, looks and tech. So hopefully I pass my DAS so I can get this ordered and stuck in🤞
@@vaughanoneill8 I ordered mine before I did the training. Gave me the kick to get it all done in good time. I didn't allow for stupidly failing Mod 1 the 1st time around though! Thankfully the dealer held onto the bike for me as they were waiting for additional parts to come in to add protection to it in case new rider syndrome kicked in lol. Enjoy yours when you get it!
@@russellcrane7871 Thanks, mate. Also well done for passing, despite the MOD1 blip. Can I just ask - how long did it take to arrive after ordering? No need to give exact dates, I was just hoping for a rough idea? I had wait 12 weeks for my Honda around June last year and missed the entire summer after being promised 2 weeks, so I want to plan ahead better this time.
@@vaughanoneill8 I ordered mine in late June last year and picked it up at the end of October. The delay was caused mainly by me putting my foot down in the slalom lol. The dealer was kept fully informed of my progress and said it wasn't a problem. As I mentioned they needed to put all sorts of protection on it and some of those items were difficult to get hold of. The rear axle spindles came in the day I collected it and I had to get another dealer to supply and fit the tank protector pads but it gave me a reason to ride the bike to Nottingham, a 200 mile round trip. Fully tested out the cruise control on the M1 lol.
@@russellcrane7871 Great stuff, buddy. I'll probably do the same re: bike protection. Crank case covers, rear axle and bar end protection etc etc, as it's not a cheap bike! Anyway, thanks for the advice and your experience since ordering. Ride safe 👍
Here is an update for you guys, I just got a 24 Tuono 660 factory and most of the niggles mentioned in this video have been fixed, I am sure this also goes for the RS,
Good to know mate. How are finding the Tuono?
Another cracking review, subbed! Keep it up pal
Thanks mate, very appreciated
Very good review, I can share it after 1 year of owning the rRS660, in the Netherlands the price is about the same, however, I think compared to the R7 or the CBR650R more than worth the difference.
With a triple clamp,handlebar, clipons and rearsets replaced I love it even more now.
Exhaust replacement and other tyres in planning
Good to hear. I bet it will sound fantastic with an exhaust
Best reviewer ever. Hands down 🙌🏽
Thanks mate, very appreciated and merry Christmas!
Awesome review, you deserve more subscribers. I just bought Acid Gold colour RS660 and awaiting delivery soon. I paid with some accessories (alarm, custom levers, mia nav) 11k euros in Luxembourg which is just little over 17k Australian dollars. Are the import charges that high? Import charges should be illegal btw, what a mafia tactics..
For that price and with those accessories, what a buy! Yes, some bikes we have are well priced, a lot aren't 😥
Hi mate, excellent real world review. Thanks for making the vid. I really like the RS660 but also question the value for money especially as you hear of little issues popping up like oil leaks, quick shifter quality etc. Have you ridden the Panigale V2? For 3-4 grand more, do you think it’s a better bike and long term proposition? Cheers
Cheers and no I haven't unfortunately. The rs660 has been on sale recently and for that price I'd grab one for sure. I have ridden the 899 and 959. A bit racier than the RS and more crouched. Liked the 959 on the track, a real hoot
Excellent and detailed review, did you encounter any heating issues that would irritate the rider? How would you rate the reliability over all? Thanks in advance.
Thanks, appreciate it. I had no heating issues. It ran quite cool and we were in the middle of summer when I had it. Reliability, I had no issues and the build quality was very good. I have heard that very early model bikes had some problems, but they seem to be solid now
Great video as always. I see there’s a LAMS version too. I guess it’s a detuned motor?
PS You need some adjectives other than fantastic!
The LAMS is exactly the same except the ECU has a different tune. I'm sure there's a way around that though 😉. And yes, I noticed when making the vid I repeated myself!
@@onthebackwheel 👍
I hope there will be a factory version, with suspension upgrade. Come on aprilia, for this price? Do it. Great review btw
Thanks Konrad. I think it will be when, not if!
Sounds promising. Also that clutch lol
@@IamTechNerd yeah what the? Some nasty cost cutting there
As a prospective buyer in the spring time, I am kinda annoyed they made a special Edition RS 660, while giving the Tuono the Factory edition. I asked someone who seems to be in the know as far as what models are incoming to their dealership and they said there would be no RS 660 Factory for 2022 :(
@@Blottski i have no words for that. That special edition makes absolutely no sense. Yamaha did the same thing with their R series. What are these companies doing? Fix your product first, then make the special edition. Maybe i will buy neither and just catch the train until the factory version in 2023. Unbelievable. A whole other year to wait, if even.
Great review mate, did I hear right, did you say twenty thousand dollars?!!! Yikes!!
Yes you did! Lots of coin over here
I had been looking at one of these and a tuono, decided to pick up a R7 instead. I already have a KTM 890 Duke R and a Hypermotard RVE so I didn't really want another exotic right now. Plus the R7 was only 10k out the door. Out of those 3 the Duke 890R is still my favorite and so good at everything. I've not had a ton of time with the R7 since it's winter in upstate New York at the moment but first impressions are excellent, the suspension seems really solid. My only complaint is I wish they had went with higher clip ons like the RS660, I rode it 73 miles home from the dealer and I was definitely starting to feel it.
The Tuono 660 Factory has my eye for the future but by the time it is out will KTM/Husky have new platforms using the 890 motor. Definitely could steer me away.
Also if you have read this far I love your vids mate! Keep up the good work.
I've also got the 890 Duke R and two weeks ago traded my 790 Duke in towards a 2021 Tuono V4 1100 (non Factory) for Touring. Just did a 5 day 2,500 trip through the Victoria High Country was amazing. vids up on my channel.
@@DukeOfTwist nice I'll go check out your vids on the tuono, been thinking about picking up a 1100 as well or super Duke. Problem is figuring out which one of 5 bikes takes a hike lol. I also had a 790 but quickly traded it on the 890 when the first one showed up at the dealer.
@@MistressDarkTruth My mates got ALL the 2021 Hyper Nakeds.. SDR, ZH2, Factory & Street Figther, I'll get around to doing reviews on them all eventually lol
Thanks mate and a great comment on your bikes. I was surprised that Yamaha didn't go the same route as Aprilia
Hey! Great review! Now that it's been a year since, have you had any serious issues? I really want to get this to daily it and do track days with it but reading all the horror stories on Aprilia forums of these sitting at the dealership for half the year has me second guessing it. The only other substitutes to these are the CBR650R and the R7 but I'm not crazy about either of those. If this isn't a headache to own (the 2023 models will likely be even more reliable) then this is the one!
Hi there. This was just a review bike so I only had it for 2 weeks. I believe the very early ones had some issues but they seem to have been ironed out. It also depends a lot on your dealer. With my previous Aprilias I had minimal problems but when I did, I had a good dealer who sorted it out quickly
@@onthebackwheel Oh I see! Thank you so much for the reply! Yes, I'd say the main area a lot of Japanese bikes have the European bikes beat is dealer network. I do have some really good Aprilia dealerships around me though so I think I'll ask to see their service centers too. Then again, life is too short to not go after the bike you want just because you're afraid of a few possible hiccups. Great review and channel once again!
@@shahzebnasir4692 thanks mate. Go for it, it's a nice bike and if you've got a good dealer it's peace of mind
I agree with all of your early assessments… (I picked up my ‘23 rs660 yesterday, 200+ miles on it)
But I think it’s priced fairly in the US, at least… I even got a $500 discount at signing
They are a good price in the USA. I'd have one for sure at that price. How are you finding it?
@@onthebackwheel - Absolutely exhilarating… it feels special, and design-wise completely worth the investment over an R7, so far at least… plus the insurance is surprisingly reasonable for a bike that can shred like this
@@SongJLikes nice mate. They are a good thing, would have one in a heartbeat
Your the only person I’ve seen with the official tank protectors from Aprilia do they provide any sort of grip or just protection ?
I liked them. They gave a little bit of grip
Forgot to ask, how smooth of a ride is it? Does it feel like its levitating off the ground when riding it? Or is it a bit rough? I think smoothness is based off of aerodynamics (not entirely sure though). I hear the s1000rr is smooth as butter and i know the r7 is quite smooth.
I think the smoothness you mean is generally due to the engine character and suspension (the fairing/aerodynamics definitely help too). This would be comparable to the R7, similar engine design and bike. The rs 660 is more street biased and I found it to be a pretty smooth ride. Hope that helps
@@onthebackwheel sure does. Thanks
Are you able to change the auto blipper through the electronics? Some bikes allow you to alter the sensitivities.
That is really testing my memory. I honestly can't say off the top of my head
Thinking about grabbing a 23. Any issues like what others are complaining about?
This was only a review bike so I can't talk about long term reliability. I believe after some initial problems they have ironed out the kinks though
Hi, where did you get your Tank pads from? I have been looking for them.
It came with them so I can't say sorry. I'm led to believe they are factory options?
@@onthebackwheel what ??
I am in Australia too and Peter Stevens did not mention it
@@kaptanujji bizarre. Let me look at some pics I've got and I'll see if I can read any writing on them
@@onthebackwheel Thanks mate!
Anyone else having a downshifting problem? Does it smooth out after some miles put into it? Did they fix the issue (since it's 2023 now) ?
One month ago I bought 2023 rs660. I think it's still the same. I didn't use a bike comes with quickshifter or blipper before and I don't have that much miles on it but when you try to down shift, lever is hard and you feel like it didn't wanna go down. When you use clutch it didn't feels like that. Also when you go 1->2 or 2->1 sometimes it can't do that and you find yourself on neutral. After I found out that I'm trying not to use quickshifter on these gears. If I need to be honest it didn't bother me that much.
I watched so many videos before buying, this dude maybe only one the talking about that.
did this bike turn heads when you ride around in the city?
It got some looks for sure
Hi. Are you in Melbourne? Any issues with the bike. The Ringwood Peter Stevens is about 70 kms from my place and so I have second thoughts on buying this. I am fu**ed if anything goes wrong
I'm in Brisbane. 70kms isn't too bad! I didn't have any issues with the bike. I heard the very first batch had a specific problem but that has been fixed now. It's a cool bike, definitely recommend it. Aren't there a few dealers in the Melbourne area or is that your closest?
@@onthebackwheelNopes. All Japanese ones are everywhere.
The closest to the city is Triumph (owned by Pater Stevens). Even they recommend going to the Ringwood one.. I am 5 feet 8. Would I be OK to balance it?
@@kaptanujji Ah ok. Yes, your height will suit it well, it should be very comfortable for you
can it compare to duke 890 non r
Yes. Quite a different riding position and that 890 is really good value (depending where you live). One annoying thing with the 890 is you need to pay for the tech where the 660 comes with it all
Hmmm seriously wanna buy this buy this but my mate rides a ZX10 ahhhh hard choice convince meeeee
Oh zx10, quick machines. Loved the rs660, would glady own one
If you can keep it from leaking oil…it’s a good motorcycle.
Have you had issues with yours?
@@onthebackwheel
Three leaks, so far…
@@hernancortez491 damn, hopefully it gets sorted
Many who own this bike have had many issues regarding the engine and electronics. My friend is having a terrible time with his bike, engine lights, stalling, not starting, dealing with the dealership and now excessive vibration ..... His is now looking for a lemon law lawyer.
That sucks for you friend, hopefully it all gets sorted out
That can happen on any bike. My RS660 was perfect until some women didnt look at the left.
@@kokaente1107 Sorry to hear about your incident. The Aprilia RS660 is perfect until they are not, and with the RS there is a lot of not compared to other bikes.
@@braverabbit I got many friends with an rs660 here in Germany and none of them had problems. Still bad for ur friend for having such a bad time with his 660.
@@kokaente1107 Looks like the dealership is going to try a make it right for my friend.
Any idea if an Öhlins TTX36 rear shock, and the Öhlins 43 mm upside down NIX30 forks work with this bike?
Not sure on the exact models, but I know there is a TON of stuff out for them now. Seems to be mostly fork internals and new rear shocks
www.af1racing.com/rs660-suspension
Have a look there to get a rough idea. I'm pretty sure YSS are doing stuff too
The only thing that makes it overpriced are stupid dealer fees
Nah it's the price from Aprilia, it's more than the price of even the ride away prices of others
@onthebackwheel 10999 is what they're charging plus 500 discount before you workout a price. I think it's on par. 8k sounds better though lol.
@@Captainhairyass the Hornet 750 and Suzuki 800 have undercut them so much, makes it hard to recommend 😬
@onthebackwheel man, this sounds retarded AF but when I shop for bikes, I look at aesthetics lmao. I had the chance to buy a brand new ducati 950 in red for the same price as the Extrema I'm buying now. I didn't buy it because the Red Ducati is so lame to me. The pearl white would have been a winner on the Ducati for me. So I went with the Extrema at 12,000 brand new. The Ducati is 12700 on sale. The Ducati felt so much nicer bit I don't get that pump when I look at it. Shit, I almost bought the CfMoto 450 in white because of how it looks lol. Only reason I didn't buy that is because there were none to buy.
@@Captainhairyass I'm a sucker for looks too, nothing wrong with owning it 😂
Very detailed review video, awesome! for 600cc bike USD14750 is alot, but here in Indonesia this bike cost USD42432, damn what a true "dream" bike lol🥲
Thank you! That price is insane