Aprilia Tuareg review - to Nordkapp and back
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- Опубликовано: 16 окт 2024
- Over 5,000 miles from Wales to Nordkapp and back on an Aprilia Tuareg 660. With a group of 6 riders, we've ridden across 6 countries and had an epic adventure. Here's the good, the bad and the excellent lowdown of the bike.
a simple fix for the Dip Stick.... hit it with a little sandpaper takes the sheen off .and then it's super easy to read after
Good tip, thanks 👍🏼
I was JUST about to say this haha. Score it up with something like a 400 grit and it makes a huge difference.
you know, I had to do this for my 2022 Tundra.
Thanks for posting, it looks like an exciting trip you have just made. I recently took delivery of a Tuareg 600 of my own. Even with my limited experience, it is proving to be a "Go anywhere bike!" I have made one alteration to mine. I have fitted a rear rack (GIVI) and that has made it super easy to move about by hand when not riding it. The rack gives you something to hold on to when moving the bike about. I'm looking forward to some adventures on the bike next year.
Fantastic! That's a good tip. I found it a bit tricky maneuvering when not riding, it's quite tall. I agree on the 'ride anywhere bike' sentiment, I had plenty of confidence trying new lanes.
Welsh Tuareg 660 owner - I am so besotted with mine. It was stolen last week (in Bristol) but recovered 2 days later - 2 days of misery that made me miss my first service. This is my third Aprilia (Caponord ETV 1000, Caponord 1200 TP) and they have all been brilliant. The shortage of dealers hasn't been a problem other than waiting for a service. I have noticed the same issue with the main beam switch but other than that no niggles at all. The Nordkapp trip has been on my bucket list since before Covid so would love to hear more
Oh no, our worst nightmare to have the bike stolen. So glad it’s been recovered! Another Italian bike enthusiast, I approve 😉
I’ll do the Nordkapp video in a couple of weeks’ time, I am away next week and time is flying by 🙈
Superb journey. I did south Sweden this year, solo, from the NWest, in 12 days but your journey much longer and impressive. I guess it makes a difference going with others, I hope to do that next time if I can muster up my friends or join others. I’ve impressed, excellent memorable trip.
Thank you! It's a big country, I had no idea. Definitely worth the trip. We returned via Sweden, the north of Sweden is a bit boring but the south made up for it.
I like how your voice changes once you stsrt talking about italian motorcycles! 😁
Looks like you had a great trip. Some years sho I rode from Stockholm to Wales, that was already quite some distance!
Nice bike review! However I would find it a bit worrying if a brand new bike consumes THAT much oil! For sure not normal! Greetings from Sweden!
Haha, I do love Italian motorcycles 😁 Thanks for watching! Agreed about the oil consumption, it was one of the reasons I didn’t end up buying it.
Thank you for answering. I went today and have them checking to see how much it can be lowered to fit me. Happy riding, enjoy!
Good luck! Hope they can sort it. Thanks for letting me know ☺️
The Tuareg is a cracking bike, I very much love mine, especially in the dirty stuff!
I was very impressed 👌🏼
Concerned about the mention of oil consumption. Write it off to being a new machine and still breaking in? Write it off to a high-performance twin being pushed hard? Still a concern. It checks all the boxes of what I'm looking for though.
@@mattsutube they can use a bit of oil, I had to top mine up a little after 3000 miles, but I'd not be concerned about it, oil level is something we should be checking quite regularly anyway but people often don't, same with tyre pressures! 🙂
@@HippoDrones
Hi @@martinbramston2244 was there a question/comment you meant to add to this? 🙂
Sounds like yall had one heck of a adventure. Nice review. Glad youre enjoying your new bike. You now have a new subscriber.
It was an epic trip! The bike did well and I nearly bought it but then I test ride the KTM 890 Adventure and it’s just a better fit all round. Thanks for the sub, I really appreciate it 🙏🏻
@@Biker_Maja Now I really love your channel because I am a proud 890 adventure owner too.
I noticed! Subbed back 👍🏼 A cracking bike 😊
A cool machine. I completely agree and a great channel too. :)
Tons of respect for your achievement and a sweet kiss on the nose...!!!
Nice sum up. Am considering this bike as I'm on a downgrading path, from a big Adventure bike. Surprised to learn of the oil consumption you refer to. It sounds high for such a new engine. Slightly disconcerting.
Thank you. I agree, the oil consumption is the one thing that would worry me if I was buying one, too. Apart from that, it’s a fantastic bike.
Barkbusters for the handlebars & a clip on extender for the windshield 👍 & you sound sorted
Thanks for watching. Yep, one of my first videos and the sound was terrible 🤦🏼♀️ The bike has gone back, I am fitting Barkbusters to my KTM and I have a short screen which works much better 👍🏼
thank you so much for your feed back over a long distance trip, including some gravel roads. That's exactly what I'm looking for now, a fairly light mid size adventure bike, off-road capable, on-road capable. Selling my Husky 701 ( excellent bike off-road, sporty on-road, not for long trip), to buy a Tuareg that I tested recently. It looks like you don't missed the shifter, nor the comfort seat, nor the luggage rack ? how about the OEM Pirelli Scotpion Rally Street ?
Thanks for watching. I really didn’t think the seat needed to be more comfy. The quick shifter would have been nice, though. I haven’t tried the Pirellis, I went straight to Bridgestone on this occasion. It’s a brilliant bike, you’re gonna love it!
Amazing trip, you are awesome, thanks for sharing the oil consumption issue, be safe.
Thanks for watching and commenting, glad you liked the video 🙏🏻
A fair review, glad you enjoyed your tour
Thank you! It was an epic tour and I loved every second of it. Thanks for watching 🙏🏻
Hi Maja. This vid just popped up as a suggested video. I don’t know how long ago this was. The bike looks good. What CC is it? Im a big guy and would naturally go for a big bike if I were to do any adventure riding. But after watching this and others I think a 500 is plenty. A bit concerning that the oil ran dry, did you look into that?
Did you buy one? Graham.
This is from last year’s trip. Not that old. It’s a 660cc and it seems to be a thing with mid engine adventure bikes. My 890 Adventure did the same 🤷♀️ And that’s what I bought instead of Aprilia. It just fits me better, the weight is lower so easier to manage.
Great review Maja have increased my interest in the Tuareg even more. Look forward to seeing the videos of Norway! Will you be releasing any from your recent trip to our wee country Norn Ireland and Ireland?
Thanks David! It’s a great bike, still on my list of choices. Norway trip video is next and hopefully I have some good footage of the Irish trip, too 👍🏼
@@Biker_Maja as long as you enjoyed Ireland that's the main thing 😀
@@davidreid3345 I sure did 😁👌🏼
Fab thanks for this. I keep doing the same thing with the high been - it’s just something I have to get used to I think! Which luggage did you use?
Ah, so not just me 👍🏼
I used SW-Motech roll bag (600) which was plenty big enough for the trip.
Hi Maja, great review. I'm also considering to buy this one, but you mentioned that it almost ran out of oil after 2.5k miles. This concerns me a bit because I don't remember I ever added more than one deciliter of oil betwen servicing intervals ony any bike, and this is a new one.
Hey, thanks for watching. It’s not great but as it’s not my own bike, I don’t know if this is a regular thing. I suspect not. My KTM 890 Adv needed the oil topping up at about the same mileage so I wonder if it’s a twin engine thing on adventure bikes 🤷♀️
That is not a common problem. Many of us do not need to add oil between services.
Maybe that engine was not broken in properly
That’s good to hear. It was a press bike which means it probably isn’t looked after like you and I look after our own bikes. But Aprilia hasn’t commented so I don’t know.
Hi Maja considering a Tuareg can I ask your inside leg measurement? I’ve got a 31 inch, and currently on a g310gs which is 1 inch less in seat height.
Cheers
Dave
Hi Dave, I think I’m 29 inch so sounds like you’d be ok on it 👍🏼Best to take it out for a rest ride and see how you like it.
Such a lovely lady and enjoyable video. Packed with useful information.
Glad it was helpful!
What is your inseam? I'm hoping it can be lowered to suit my 31" inseam. Thanks for the review! Going to look tomorrow...
I’m 31” and got used to it pretty quickly. I just shifted the bum to the side I wanted to stop and it wasn’t a problem.
Nice trip. Any issues with the engine ? Cos its similar to RS660 which was no faults free...
No issues at all, just the oil consumption that took me by surprise. Otherwise it ran beautifully the whole way.
Only just found your channel and enjoyed . Also nice to have a Welsh youtuber being Welsh 🤣 I have Bridgestone battlewings on my tiger and have done over 10500 miles and still have over 2mm left but the back is a bit square and have been very good but not off roading. 👍
Haha, I am the honorary Welsh in our village now 😉 Thanks for watching, glad to hear you've enjoyed it. That's good going on those tires! Annoying when they square off before you've used up the tread, isn't it!
Very nice review, do you plan to stay with the same tires or try something different should you buy one of these for your stable? By the way watch the loud intro and outro music volume. Thanks again, more Tuareg stories plz!
I’m looking to buy a KTM and my tendency would be to put Bridgestone tires on that. I’ll see. Thanks for the volume heads up, I’m new to the video production, it’s a steep learning curve 🙈
Followed the trip via Twitter, looked amazing and it's certainly something Carol and I aspire to do. Just difficult to get the time off work to do such a long trip.
Is your Ducati now fixed? Looked a serious water leak.
It really was an epic trip. So many mementoes created and what an experience! I would definitely recommend it.
My mechanic has been on holiday. I’ll find out what’s wrong with the Supersport this week 😬
You had to refill the oil after 2500mls, did it need doing again ?. Keep up with the Tuareg rides !!
Correct, it was complete dry. I didn’t have to refill it again and the Tuareg has now gone back to Aprilia. It was a loan bike only.
Good video, thanks. Regarding the seat height what is your inseam length? I am only 30 inches.
I’m 31” I’m completely flat footed on my Supersport so anything taller takes a while to get used to it. I found Tuareg was ok after some adjustments.
I own one of these bikes and you can change the rider mode at any speed. The riding mode won't activate until you completely close the throttle though so you can be on the highway and click through to your next driving mode and then close the throttle and open it back up. It will go from flashing on the screen to solid and that's how you know it has successfully switched.
Ah, that makes sense. I was told not to change it at speed but not the details of what you’ve just outlined. Thanks for that, that’s useful to know.
@@Biker_Maja I read this in the manual lol. I don't trust dealers and salesman lol
@@turbolag5107 Haha! Mine didn’t come with a manual. And if it did, I wouldn’t have read it anyway 🙈
@@Biker_Maja you'd be surprised at the things you find in those haha. Little features and details you wouldn't otherwise know about.
How tall are you lol. Wondering if me being 5’8 this may make off road a bit of a issue for me
Hey, I am 5’6” (and a half) I reckon you’d be on. Check out @HippoDrones channel, he’s got one but not sure how tall he is.
A very good review. Did I hear the bike was running dry and you had to top up the engine oil? Hello from Pakistan
Thank you. And yes, that is correct about the oil.
@@Biker_Maja Isn't it strange and dangerous. The bike should not reduce the oil. Did you check what caused it?
Wanting to do the same trip next year, are you going to do a film re your journey to give ideas re route, accommodation etc.
I will do a separate video of the trip, yes. Hopefully this weekend 🤞🏼I would definitely recommend the trip! An awesome experience.
@@Biker_Maja thank you 👍🏻
Shame the ferries are no more...though my return from Bergen was the worst even, even the barman on the boat thought we were going down...a truck with a 120tonne excavator in the hold had us swinging like a pendulum-cheers Jimmy Campbell (West of Scotland Heavy Haulage)! :)
Hi Maja, how did the oil consumption tun out? Was there a leak or is the bike burning oil?
No leak. Not sure why it’s used it so much but the more I’m reading about twin adventure bikes the more this seems to be a thing. Just how they are and not a fault as I see it.
@@Biker_Maja Thanks for the quick reply. Hm, I am not convinced :D I´ve never heard of oil consumption on a Honda, Yamaha or BMW and none of my bikes had this issue, except something might be wrong with the engine - but maybe that is a little dramatic from my side. I am really interested in the Tuareg, but oil consumption is an absolute no go for me. Don´t want to carry additional oil when the bike is already fully loaded and I´ve bought a bike for it´s quality of being lighter :D However, thank you again for your reply.
No worries. I don’t have the bike myself so can’t comment on what happens in the long run. Reach out to @HippoDrones, he runs a Tuareg and loves his 👍🏼
@@thomasdoe6768 Looking to buy a Tuareg, haven't heard about oil use problem. Was a loaner bike, no telling how much abuse it gets.
Nice vid. I'm interested in tuareg but I must say you put me off by saying you had top up Oil after 2.5 k miles..... Is that normal? Any of the owners here do you have same issue? Thanks
It’s a great bike. This is a press bike that does get abused a bit. I don’t know if that’s the case for all, worth asking a question to some of the owners on social media for that. Speak to ruclips.net/user/HippoDrones about his 👍🏼
@@Biker_Maja thank you, i think is very good you mention oil! Is an important informations, I'm doing research about any bike before I buy.
@@marcinpudlik8172 I thought it was worth a mention. I would definitely do more research if I was going to buy it, too.
That bike looks awesome!!
Good Review,,BUT,,,is it Suzuki DRZ650 or Yahama T700 reliable?
Time will tell, I guess. I haven’t heard anything to suggest it’s not reliable so far.
I did the nordkap trip last year on my 650 versys along with two others on 1250gs's and kept up no problem, interested in the tourag as a replacement for my versys as don't need a bigger engine 😉
The mid size engines on adventure bikes are very much a match to the big GSs in so many ways. The only bit the GS is more comfortable is on a motorway and ideally we avoid them anyway ☺️
@@Biker_Maja thanks for your reply, I love my versys (it's my 2nd one) never need more power to keep up with anyone but the tourag is definitely a consideration
@@markarrowsmith6928 I was quite taken by the Tuareg and would have bought it had I not tried the KTM 890 Adventure. I'm afraid that, whilst a bit more agricultural than the Tuareg, the KTM just fits me better and with the weight so low, it is much easier to manouvre and pick up 😉
Great review, Maja.
Thank you 😊
Love
Love
Love this!!!
Thank you 😘
Noticed you said you were from sunny Wales, which part?
North Wales 🏴 😊
@@Biker_Maja beautiful neck of the woods, I'm south Wales. This is the first of your vids I've seen, will check out your other ones. Ta. 😊
@@michelod.i.y.5202 It really is 👌🏼 Thank you 😊
Brilliant video, thanks. Did you buy from Denbigh, and have they done well? Diolch.
Cool set up gal.
Thank you.
Brand new bike using engine oil and with such low klms,we're you worried? Martin
I thought the oil consumption was a bit high. There were no issues otherwise, the bike ran smoothly for the whole journey. I did check it more often than I would normally check it on my other bike, though.
Hello please check your water pump weep hole, it looks like it drips oil...known issue, kinda noticed from the video i might be wrong .. cheers
Thanks for the heads up 👍🏼
Why do put your phone on the bars when there is a nav mount above the dash😅
Because it’s not my bike and I used what I already have from my existing bike 😁
Hello, how many liters does your tank fit? My Tuareg 660 model 2022 doesn't fit more than 15.6 liters. I ran the tank completely empty and then filled it up.
From memory the most I filled up was 14 liters. It was on loan to me for the trip and I didn’t want to run empty in Norway.
nice one thanks...wind bob for the mic
Yep, I’ve got one now 😊👍🏼
Thank you-great video👍
Firstly... I've attempted the Nordkapp 3 times, haven't got there yet, always something (Hurricane Katrina was one,yup,it destroyed west coast Norway too), literally snows in August, go early(late June), don't take a big bike, 50mph limit all the way,with jail or huge speeding fines(Taureg perfect size), a Honda ADV scooter would be great for it! Handguards... check out the Hepco Becker metal/plastic ones, super strong...and finally, RIP Pia(those who know,know)!
I thought it should have been ‘third time lucky’? Damn. Hope you get there soon. Yes, speed limits are a pain but there was little police presence 😉
@@Biker_Maja I found Norwegian truckers great...for warning about radar checks :)
Actually building a bike now for another go at it, started as a 6000mile, Honda FMX650 ,shortening the forks, getting a 19" front wheel and an Acerbis tank(25litres) off a XR600R fitted...who knows, next summer?(awaiting a chest op).
Aprilia must love you, given the problems they've had bringing the bike to market far too soon...PR disaster, but outwith oil consumption, you've probably helped them much?
Safe travels!
@@williamrae9954 Sounds interesting. I'll keep an eye on your trip. Aprilia have been great, hopefully this helps them, too. I really do rate the bike, the oil consumption isn't great but surely they can do something about it now.
@@Biker_Maja I went Motul fully synthetic in the new Tracer7, what a difference... dealer not happy, means he can't rip me off for oil during factory services, as they by semi-synthetic in a 45 gallon drum :)
@@Biker_Maja Meant to say...you've got me looking at these...was converting the Tracer7's wheels to 19/17" wire spokes, but as Aprilia aren't selling Tauregs due to their 660cc launch fiasco(con rods,seals and gaskets-42 only registered),the £1500 for wheels and my Tracer7 would buy one of those...spent all day researching them...would still need a few Quid thrown at it though to sort it out, everything at the bars(Renthals to my favorite bend,heated grips,mirror,handguards ),full exhaust, racks,crashbars, and Centre stand...great advert,your trip!
Great review. Thanks!
Thanks for watching 👍🏼
awesome.have good miles
Hi
Great info. How do you get on with the seat height. I have a 30” inside leg.
Thanks
The seat height was a bit tall for me. I had to learn to plan my stops and shift my bum to the side I wanted to stop on to get the leg ready. Wasn’t a problem and it became second nature very quickly into the journey.
I was keen to get one of these but that oil useage is a big worry 😢
I know what you mean, I wasn’t happy about it.
@@Biker_Majait wasn’t leaking, it was burning oil right?
@@richardhretczak536 Correct, there was no leaks.
@@Biker_Maja have you ever opened the air filter box after your trip? I was wondering if maybe the engine oil ended up there when you dropped the bike?
@@richardhretczak536 No, I haven’t. But having spoken to another Tuareg owner at the time, he reported the same oil issue on his at around the same mileage.
Great review!!
Thank you 😊
Thanks.
Very good video thank you
Thank you 😊
Great stuff. Nice to put a face to a name on twitter. :)
Thanks for watching 😊
So, It's a oil burner and oil leaker?
Definitely a burner 👍🏼
its definitely the sweet spot...
How is the long-term reliability stay over 40000?
I’ve covered 5,000 miles on that tour and apart from the oil running dry, everything worked perfectly. A fab bike and I nearly bought one for myself, I just found it a little bit too heavy compared to what I went for instead.
Get Bark Busters. Fab!
What? I can't turn this up enough to hear it. Except the first few seconds that were very loud.
looks top heavy like the yam t7 side stand looks weak i had a rxv 450 it was a dreadful thing
It is too heavy, you’re not wrong. The side stand was fine and it feels sturdy. It’s a great bike for the distance but I wish it was a little bit lower.
much less topp heavy then t7. Engine and fuel are alot lower Tank goes way down
Every one raves about this bike, as the best. T7 advocates always go on about reliability. Although Yamaha are very reliable, I do not think there is much difference in it. Going on long trips, experiencing the bike long term, will continue to validate the Tuareg, as the better choice for those that appreciate lower seat, lower centre of gravity, better suspension, great electronics, performance and fun. The list goes on. Thanks for the real life test.
It’s a fantastic bike and clearly very capable on long journeys, not to mention the comfort. Thanks for your comment and for watching 😊
out of oil at 2,500 miles? What?
I know 🤔
Soo IT takes oil ? 🤔😒
I thinks your pushing its on the tires note very aggressive
I’m not sure I understand? Which bit is aggressive? 🤔
Why would you buy an Aprilla when there is a T7? Certainly not for the dealer support network, parts availability, or reputation.
Because it a much better bike..(I own both). more refined
Because it's an Aprilia.
6-axis imu, traction control, cornering abs, cruise control, better seat, better suspension, bigger fuel tank. Color display, you can tune everything from there, -traction, abs, off-road, anti-wheelie... Etc, etc.
T7= stone age
Tuareg= this century
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Aprilia are actually I would say the most robust reliable of the italian brands..I have a 2020 rsv4 rr and it is and has been fastastic with zero issues.
@@jennamoonchild6-axis IMU? Cornering ABS?
my Tuareg was using oil and it was Motul, i changed it to motorex and has not used any since.
Interesting. So it may have been the oil 👍🏼
aprilia has made a new update for the engine map and for the odometer it seems to me it's the 106
That’s good news. I guess they realised they had to. Thanks for the heads up 👍🏼
Thank you very much for your review. I might be the only one that noticed there are hundreds and thousands of reviews for the Touareg 660 and most of them are positive!!! That tells you this is dirt star 😍😍🦾 just bought one
I’m not surprised the reviews are positive. Having had this one for the three weeks and done as many miles as I have, I think it’s a bloody good bike.
Great review! Thank you
Thanks for watching 😊