2021 Aprilia RS660 vs. Ducati Supersport 950S

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There’s a certain romance in having a sporty motorcycle comfortable enough to ride the long way to a racetrack, participate in a trackday, then bee-line back home on after (or continue taking the long way, if you’re hardy). In reality, true sportbikes are terrible streetbikes - and even worse touring bikes. Conversely, a sport-touring bike is great at taking the long way to the track - and some are even respectable on said track - but ultimately leave something to be desired when the pace wicks up.
Splitting those differences are the motorcycles we have here: the 2021 Aprilia RS660 and Ducati Supersport 950 S. Sporty in nature and design but with a nod towards creature comforts, both Aprilia and Ducati are rethinking sportbikes for the more sensible among us. Outward appearances would tell you both bikes are in for a good time carving corners, but when you peel back the curtains (or fairings in this case), what lies underneath is what happens when people who don’t have professional racing contracts realize piloting 200-plus horsepower superbikes is downright scary and exhausting.
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@davidpate6095 3 года назад

Thumbs up for the old guys. That was a classy move to ask their opinion.

@CarsandCats 3 года назад

I thought it was pretty cool how none of the racers wanted to drive their own bikes on the street! It's all about the ergonomics once you get middle aged or older.

@pauly1k 3 года назад

Only thing I don’t like about the Supersport is the price. No reason the S model should be that close in price to the V2.

@protonjicari5990 3 года назад

Yep 👍

@theresanothersteve 3 года назад

They have a similar number of parts, and the SuperSport doesn't use bargain basement stuff so component costs are going to be similar. The SuperSport is also well put together. Peak power doesn't always relate to purchase price.

@Dukerdr 3 года назад

@Drone Strike They don't have a 955cc V2 with high zoot Ohlins, so you need to compare the cheaper 950 SS to it. And a standard 950 SS is still as fast as, and more comfy than an original 916. A great deal.

@mikeprzyszlak5242 2 года назад

v2 has no Ohlins option, that for me is enough of a difference in price

@rightwingsafetysquad9872 Год назад

@@mikeprzyszlak5242 Is Ohlins really that big of a difference over Showa (or KYB or whatever the PV2 uses). Maybe if you're chasing tenths at the race track, but for those of us on the street 99% of the time?

@szymonchalupka 3 года назад

I bought my RS660 two months ago. After doing first 300 kms I got first "check engine" light. That was quick fix with via the throttle calibration. Then I did 1st inspection and after software upgrade cruise control didn't work anymore. Then at 1600 km it literally died in the middle of the street. I was able to start it later but with limited power and "check engine". Exhaust valves have to be replaced. It has been at the shop for the last 4 weeks and I have no idea when I will have it fixed and back. 10.500 EUR is a lot of coins for such a nightmare reliability. I really regret buying it.

@GIGABACHI 3 года назад

Boutique Brand's reliability strikes back . . . 😞💩 They need to get their 💩 together, this incidents, even if isolated don't bode well for small manufacturers.

@ON-O 3 года назад

After 3200km mine runs fine, only had trouble in December with the chain and road salt, nothing else 😬

@szymonchalupka 2 года назад

Update, now it has been more than 3 months and my RS660 is still not fixed. They need to replace the exhaust valves and so far it was not possible to deliver the parts. However Aprilia lended me Tuono660 for the time of the repair so I am not suffering that much.

@GIGABACHI 2 года назад

@@szymonchalupka WOW, good luck with the repairs.👍

@douglasalexander4348 2 года назад

@@szymonchalupka Here in uk I would return it as unfit for purpose. Such a sweet bike, shame you had bad luck. Getting spares for my old Aprilia was a nightmare, which is why I ride a Yamaha now, but I still have a soft spot for Aprilia’s.

@tunctoker856 Год назад

I got the SuperSport S when it first came out, '18 I think, been riding it for some years now. I rode it on the track 4-5 times also. I love mine, it is exactly what I am looking for, but everything they said about the bike is spot on. It excels at long swoops (just like they said), give me long curving roads (like, Route 143 to Tellico Plains) and I am in heaven until end of time. It is just sublime, the balance, grunt of the engine, smoothness, confidence, and most importantly, comfort. It looks amazing, is sporty but allows you to spare your back after 3-4 hrs. of spirited riding. Although it won't embarrass on the track, I really don't think it's good for the track (for the reasons they said). Too low foot pegs (in addition to exhaust). My toes kept scraping the track, and even if I tucked my foot well, the peg did, or the exhaust did, and it is just scary.. Not to mention, it is just way too pretty and expensive to use on track. There are other issues with it, for anyone serious about buying it, quick shifter is not exactly 100% reliable (especially on up shifts), the throttle is way too jerky and moody when the bike is cold, mirrors vibrate too much on the highway (maybe they fixed these issues with newer models), but, overall, I absolutely adore it and am happy as a hippo every time I am on it.

@quentonhorton1053 2 года назад

I really enjoyed this review. So balanced and not full of hype. Great convos too. Thank you for taking the time.

@papamichailang 2 года назад

those guys really have good conversation material, its quite rare actually

@not-fishing4730 3 года назад

Great vid guys! Some of us might be older (I'm even older than John) but we are young at heart just with old bones, joints and muscles.

@MrRGM10 3 года назад

That hurts me when you say old bones haha

@jeannoelsandrazie1874 3 года назад

@@MrRGM10 vintage bones then....😁

@MrRGM10 3 года назад

@@jeannoelsandrazie1874 now thats classy haha

@CarsandCats 3 года назад

Oh, my heart says Panigale V4... but my back says NOT POSSIBLE!

@infamouscircuits 9 месяцев назад

I owned the RS 660, the Tuono 660 and finally bought the Tuono 660 Factory. That version of the 660 is even lighter, has a better suspension and a different front sprocket for even more fun in the first 2 gears 😄🤘🏻. And you can buy it for around 10.000€ here in Germany, which makes it a great deal ❤

@johnhall4445 3 года назад

Very good review! Thanks for the compare and contrast!

@sealcuddl3r 3 года назад

Cruise control IS a great reason! I find my right arm, chest and shoulder getting a tad sore after a long leg of a road trip on my non-cruise control equipped bike. Given the Ducati's mission/purpose and its price, lack of cruise control is a borderline inexcusable fault.

@douglasalexander4348 3 года назад

Go to the gym or buy a mobility scooter. Throttles are so light now, if you can’t cope with that, a motorbikes not for you.

@Dukerdr 3 года назад

@@douglasalexander4348 Most of these bikes just need a throttle rocker for the highway drones...

@BoniBlackout 3 года назад

Who would ever buy this type of motorcycle and then grind kilometers on the highway? you Americans are a little confused. Go buy your Harleys if you want to go straight without bending.

@xJae14x 2 года назад

@Lorin Sanchez it’s hardly a silly complaint. Yes they are sport bikes, but they aren’t track bikes.

@xJae14x 2 года назад

@Lorin Sanchez no one ever said there was a long history of it. But you’re acting like the Ducati Supersport has the same purpose of an R6. They don’t. The Ducati is meant to appeal to street riders who want comfort and convenience while still being in a sporty package. And for $16k it would be nice to have cruise control. The RS660 Got that right. If you don’t want CC then great, be happy about the lack of the feature. But it’s not silly to wish CC was included by Ducati on this particular bike.

@Firestorm637 3 года назад

Love your reviews!

@joshuameeks9471 2 года назад

I hadn’t realized that the SS is so long. Given that I have so much appreciation for “flickability” I’m thinking that might *not* be my next bike. Thanks for bringing that to my attention.

@oben44 Год назад

That Cruise control option sold me on getting the Aprilla plus it’s crazy how much the super sport s model has with no additional features

@lancelance4582 3 года назад

“I think they could handle a track day, for shizzle”. LOL!

@smidge1872 3 года назад

Good stuff thanks! I'm 52 and still takin the Aprilia cc man.

@user-eo6ki6yp9h 3 года назад

as an rs660 owner i highly recommend you that bike

@stevebright8583 3 года назад

As a 51 year old rider who has one I can heartily recommend one too :)

@rogerdittus2952 3 года назад

Very fun comparison guys! The general points and contrasts you made seem about like I was intuiting. I've owned a '18 standard Supersport for the last couple months which I think motor-wise and chasis-wise is the same as this '21, except for the high end shocks on the '21 S. It took me a bit to get used to the bike after having a speed triple as the Ducati doesn't turn as quickly with its longer wheelbase and it just kind of felt a bit wierd compared to what I was used to. But after gettng used to it I really like the way it steers and there's something satisfying about the thrumming motor. It's surprisingly comfy somehow and and it's punchy enough for me at 61 - and like this tests notes, its not scary fast. Where I live in Northern Ireland the motor suits the rarely straight, rarely super tight, rarely flat roads and it's fun to be able to hold the throttle open without going into hyperspace mode. The Aprilia seems like a cool bike too but I've heard, don't know how true, that parts might take awhile to get depending on where you live. The SS can also take factory panniers that hold 50L and factory heated grips if thats important to you. Finally, I'm surprised the test didn't mention that the bars pinch your fingers into the tank at full steering lock. Character :-)

@fivespeed3026 3 года назад

My old 2002 Ninja 250 pinched my fingers too. That was a long time ago, damn I’m old.

@rogerdittus2952 3 года назад

@@fivespeed3026 yup, Im with ya, but we should keep riding if we can :-)

@CarsandCats 3 года назад

The Ducati looks like it costs twice as much as the Aprilia. I also like the longer wheelbase which will have a major effect on not so smooth roads. As an old guy, I will be buying the Ducati. It's not my first and it won't be my last.

@MybeautifulandamazingPrincess 4 месяца назад

What you said that the Ducati looks like it costs twice as much is 100% biased

@marcusgeorge1825 3 года назад

Two words. Simply Awesome! 👍😎🇦🇺

@dainjahrus 3 года назад

sweet video!!! Love the 360 mounting point you used for the track stuff, what is the camera mounted on?

@seanrmatic 3 года назад

A vest with a movable locking arm. glidegear.net/products/glide-gear-medusa-3rd-person-pov-camera-vest-action-mount-harness

@mattfarrar8566 3 года назад

Suzuki needs to put fairings in the Gsxs750 to compete with these!

@dumbball1966 3 года назад

look at that gsxr750 , this class more like sv650 with fairings

@treatcreate 2 месяца назад

I got both of this bike and i love each of them they some how have their own character especially when you ride them side by side

@TheD00fy 3 года назад

Wait. Does the American version of the RS 660 have the indicators in the rear mirrors? Sorry for you guys, that’s one thing I really like about the Aprilia here in Europe, that is has the indicators integrated in the sides of the headlights.

@Tom-90210 Год назад

3yrs with the aprilia. No regrets

@Waldopolo69 2 года назад

Going from an fz6r to one of these aweso.e bikes is exactly what I've been wanting. I want to travel and be comfy and use it as a daily driver for work.

@salihiri Год назад

Great and honest review, thanks :)

@johnnyblue4799 3 года назад

I also have a fear of commitment when it comes to these two... but you managed to make me miss the smell and the feel of a racetrack. Also, I wish you'd stop bashing the ergonomics of a sportbike. I've passed the half century milestone and I still ride a sportbike and I don't mind the riding position at all. Cruise control would be nice though! :) I enjoyed the video btw... nice work!

@chillislives 2 года назад

My 2018 CB1000R had the same flat spot in the 5,000 rpm block. Have to love emissions tuning.

@bigword3744 3 года назад

Lol thanks for making this video xD i was torn between those two

@ragerider6283 3 года назад

Nice vid, very interesting. If money wasn't an issue I'd go Ducati as it's more premium, I don't go on track & the greater displacement & torque would be a lot more useful for the type of riding I do. However the Aprilia is nice & an RS660 R/Factory would make me think twice.

@gabrielhajjar 3 года назад

Why don’t they just put the new monster chassis into the Supersport S to drop the weight and give it cruise control, that’s literally all it needs!

@patthonsirilim5739 3 года назад

exactly ducati should get in the game to and make a decent lightweight 100 ish hp bike that is track capable that the new monster is perfect 111hp less then 190kg wet weight decent brakes suspension and great electronics optionnal up down shifter all it needs is a faring and clip ons and it would be a killer track bike.

@MrRGM10 3 года назад

Duh..They kill there own v2 sales

@enlightenedidiot9552 3 года назад

I would definitely choose the torque of the Ducati, but they are both great motorcycles. Out of my price range though :-(

@zero11010 3 года назад

1:09 you guys said do a thing. That sparked an idea ... let’s do the thing! Riveting origin story! 🤣🤣

@johnadams3038 2 года назад

Sorry, but which bike you can change the tires yourself?? It's not really clear..

@Cmsant 3 года назад

Which is higher insurance?

@ankitshelke8637 3 года назад

I find the RS660 very hypnotic.

@mammocas 3 года назад

People seem to have forgotten that this type of bikes existed before: Aprilia Falco, Suzuki SV1000, Honda Firestorm, even the old Honda VFR... These were great sport bikes that you could ride all day long. Sadly they went extinct, but maybe there are making a comeback!

@FinneousPJ1 3 года назад

I have a VFR. Just a great machine altogether.

@thedeanofbacon5270 3 года назад

I like how the aprilia speedo doesn't skip any numbers

@Goalier95 3 года назад

👍👍👍👍👍👍 THANK YOU for this video!!! 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

@victorhs258 2 года назад

I'm gonna miss the trellis but the new monster feels lighter (obs) and eager to turn. I look forward to riding a future SS with the new frame. Still I will also miss the the trellis peeking out from under the fairing.

@doncappo1509 3 года назад

Do a road review of the RSV4 21 EDITION

@tonydare7614 3 года назад

Strange the flat spot in the 4-6k band in second. I have recently bought the 660 Tuono version and that is where the first power band is! I am running it in, so I can't say much more yet. But it is an amazing machine that handles beatifully in all situations.

@DaBinChe Год назад

that is emissions tuning, where the test is done in 2nd at that RPM

@nth842 Год назад

Any input from the masses on how these two compare to a vfr800

@exothermal.sprocket 2 года назад

More than likely emissions/noise regulations have stuffed a sock into the midrange on that RS660. Front end of that Supersport is so much improved since the first release.

@hiddendragon415 2 года назад

Maybe a aftermarket exhaust and a re map might change things.

@leonardogarcia1832 3 года назад

EXCELENTE, SÚBAN MÁS VIDEOS COMO ESTOS.....

@timothyadams4477 2 года назад

Very interested in the Aprilia but the nearest dealer is 4 hours. After I move it'll be 5.5 hours. Wish they had something like a certified mechanic network or something.

@SomeRandomIndvl 3 года назад

Hang in there John, a few years from now when most bikes will have the cruise control. You can tell them they have you to thank, in part.

@johnburns8956 3 года назад

I think it's already working, which is why it's such a glaring omission lately... would you buy a car without cc?

@windyrun7979 3 года назад

We all have BMW to thank for cruise control on bikes. They made it the standard when it came on the s1000rr

@axist2389 Год назад

which bike does the rider sit more upright?

@charl12 3 года назад

If John doesn’t want to ride it with cruise control. The writing is on the wall or switch gear in this case.

@Dr.MartinKTM 2 года назад

hi there, anyone has the heat problem with ducati supersport? heat from engine coming to the seat? how bad is it? commuting, summer riding...not higway speeds. thank you

@zdanger8479 Год назад

It isn't a big deal. In traffic in summer it can be a little uncomfortable.

@LifeOnTwoWheels 3 года назад

That flat spot would be deal breaker for many people

@Dukerdr 3 года назад

Just have to wait and see if a re-flash would take care of it. Or if a Power Commander would clear it up.

@d14ever 3 года назад

Would love to see comparison between the Aprilia RS 660 vs Ducati V2

@irfanshafri9574 2 года назад

Yes cause the supersport is somewhat "detuned" road and touring version of the V2. So its fair to compare the rs660 with V2

@undecodable6145 3 года назад

In real life since you got on the highway, what's the fuel range of the rs 660

@lxudgvming 3 года назад

50 mpg I think

@ll.7927 Год назад

Got a 21 supersport. Got the white it’s gorgeous would have went with the 660 but it’s to damn tall for me I’m only 5ft8. Didn’t wanna something I have to tip toe on like my dirt bike. Yea I can do it no problem but prefer not too. Plus my first bike I learned to ride on was a duc 916.

@spiritbuu 2 года назад

It has become so redundant and cliche whenever people say liter bikes are "too much power", "never use it all" blah blah. How often do you use every hp of your car?

@jeffryrice2258 3 года назад

Wowww i really like both of these bike. But that's my dream..

@SuperSnallygaster Год назад

I love the look of the Supersport - probably my favorite Ducati right now, but I'm looking at this as a second "fun"/occasional track bike and I just can't justify the $$. Going with an Aprilia Tuono 660 Factory - probably the better bike for my intended use.

@englishsteel-nz6im 19 дней назад

The SS is the 950 monster in Panigale drag, heavy AF at 465 pounds so even the extra 12 HP over the Aprilia doesn't matter + handles worse. The Aprilia is a way better bike whether RS or Tuono. If Ducati made like a 750SS that was a FR spec lightweight cornering machine w/clip ons that'd be very very nice.

@alexisesguerra2544 Год назад

I’m sorry… but what’s the name of the musical piece used in the intro??? 😂

@lambrosstamos4494 3 года назад

Does any of them fit a 6'4" tall person? You may come up with a comparison. Which supersport bike for tall ones.

@HeyAddieImTojo 3 года назад

I’m 190cm tall (slighty over 6feet 2in) and the supersport fits me rather fine. However if you have extremely long and gangly legs your knees won’t fit below the tank so my father can’t be comfortable like me even tho he’s the same height. The bend in the knee itself is very tolerable tho and you don’t get much weight on the wrist because the bike somehow makes your knees/legs support you without tiring you

@frustratedmillennialz 2 года назад

My buddy is 6’5” with 36” inseam. He absolutely hates how he can’t comfortably ride these

@Firestorm637 3 года назад

I own a Super Duke and a MV Augusta 800 rr Dragster Pirelli edition. The MV feels like a small, light bicycle that likes to rev. The Super Duke can practically idle everywhere with its huge displacement and torque. If I did a lot of freeway’s, the Super Duke with the engine idling. Same with this comparison, Highway’s go with Ducati. Less Highways go with Aprilia.

@happydays1165 3 года назад

So they took them to the track what’s the times ? Aprilia all day long cheaper and lights better spec better bike

@zoomvidsjc1 2 года назад

I love both of these bikes. I'm an aprilia guy. I like pretty much all of their bikes. Ducati has the better dealer network. I wouldn't mind a ducati and I like a lot of their bikes too but a lot of their bikes have a couple things I don't like. Like naked bikes where the engine is completed covered in plastic and wires. Or like the streetfighter you look out over the handlebars and see absolutely nothing but road. Seeing an instrument cluster or a headlight and a little fairing is like seeing the bike's personality to me. Also horrible foot peg position. Every aprilia I've been on just feels balanced to me. Maybe a little less cutting edge styling but more usable for riding. I don't think this is a fair comparison. Nobody's comparing a RSV Mille 1000 with bar risers to an SV 650 which is kind of what this is. So what if the riding positions are similar. Ninja 250 probably has a similar riding position........

@havehad41 4 месяца назад

Which country is it?

@superstarsfastcars 2 года назад

I heard that flat spot is only in the US versions. 🤔

@Tjm416 2 года назад

That Aprilia is just beautiful

@MoonlightHusky 3 года назад

Until now I was thinking that I liked the RS660 more than the 950, but I realizad that I was watching the Ducati all the time during the video ahahah

@douglasalexander4348 3 года назад

Haha, very true, it’s beautiful. But, you can’t see that when your on it. Buy an Aprilia, ride next to a Ducati.

@vincentvalerio915 3 года назад

I have had bikes with both shoa and ohlins suspension and honestly I can’t tell the difference for the riding I always do

@pankajkusanale93 3 года назад

One thing about Ducati's , They always look Sexy ❤️

@Fearless154 3 года назад

Usually, I agree but I don't get the looks of the supersport. It looks kinda dorky.

@GIGABACHI 3 года назад

@@Fearless154 same, it's face has never gelled with me. Too beaky. I miss blunt rounder faces of the pre/early 2000's machines.

@Fearless154 2 года назад

@Lorin Sanchez Exhaust doesn't change the overall shape. I don't like Ducati SS shape no matter what you put on it it'll still look dorky in my eyes.

@Awwwwd 3 года назад

Tuono 660 vs street triple in the next video, please

@danieloconnell4225 2 года назад

The RS660 is 'close enough' in intent, performance, and design that if one is budget-sensitive, it's the clear winner... but if you're buying just one motorcycle, and ascribe to the 'buy once, cry once' mentality, then the Ducati is simply the superior machine - I've been up close with both, and the RS 660 frankly looks a bit like a cheap plastic toy next to the Ducati, whose premium price does come with some things (a better-integrated IMU, Ohlins, etc.) that justify the cost differential, not to mention a better dealership support network in many countries.

@pnwgreg300 2 года назад

where's the flat spot on the dyno graph then

@rightwingsafetysquad9872 Год назад

The SS appeals to me on every level except it doesn't fit in my truck. Might have to look at the RS660 or Ninja 1000.

@ianmajor8227 2 года назад

The only thing lacking on this channel is the European opinion. I think the Euro angle on your reviews would take it to the next level. Call me 😎

@yiannishayabusaofficial 3 года назад

WOOOOOOOW Awesome Amazing Fantastic Exelent Magical 💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯

@Ki777UMiNATii Год назад

Love both. My only concern is being a heavier dude (6'4 235) would I be happier with the power of a larger cc bike as my size would essentially hold it back taming it even more so than it already is. Anyone familiar with my predicament care to chime in I'm all ears.

@2WheelWeekendViking 3 года назад

I’m going with the RS 660. 👍🏻 The SuperSport just doesn’t handle as well and costs a pretty penny more.

@emgeesea3983 2 года назад

The big bummer for the 950 is the lack of cruise control. It's crazy that Ducati did not put this simple function on this bike. My guess: wait for the 2023 model and it will have cruise control. Then, it's the winner.

@ll.7927 Год назад

2023 still doesn’t have it. Plus I believe they raised the price a couple hundred

@tobyh3681 Месяц назад

@@ll.79272024, still no cruise. Wonder how many years this thread will continue.😆

@steve-wu7jp 3 года назад

I see John I click like 👍

@AlienApe. 3 года назад

Same!

@Kwicksand 3 года назад

How does the Yamaha R7 fit against these bikes?

@tubejorrit 3 года назад

Less power, less money. same as comparing a Panigale V4 to the 950s and 660RS

@Kwicksand 3 года назад

Now that leaves Yamaha to make an R9 would that bring it closer to a V2?

@ronaldk.wileyjr.5476 3 года назад

Can the supersport keep up with the tuono?

@richdubbya 3 года назад

Funny how an Aprilia 660 twin keeps up with a Ducati 950 because Ducati wants to tone models down so folks buy the bigger one....Time for Ducati to bump up the Supersport to bury the Aprilia (which they easily can).

@1MrBryn 3 года назад

There is a counterpoint. I ride a BMW F900r and it's by far and away the best bike I've ever owned. Everything about it genuinely makes me a better rider. But, I still find myself wanting another 50hp.

@DailyDrivenBikes_1 3 года назад

I prefer a more raw and analog bike and you just get a better feel for the bike.

@stevenducati3091 2 года назад

Right off the bat the Ducati is more of a premium bike of the two but the comparison is much appreciated.

@CoastRider 11 месяцев назад

RS660 OR Ducati 950 standard (not S)

@iNFiN3 2 года назад

I'd love the aprillia, but the engine quirks werent fixed with the rods, still leaks alot, hope ducati decides to update the supersport to the new monster frame and engine in 2023 and it will be a major contender with the tracer 9, and then well see if yamaha maybe updates the dash, but even with that, the ducati looks so much better, and has the better electronics, well see, gonna be a tough choice.

@Peter10654 2 года назад

For me it is simple: Ducati stays Ducati and it must not be better in all discipline. Why are people buying for example cars that are well known not the best… because they have a soul and living with this soul is more as any feature or last part of perfection can give you. The Aprilia is lovely too and looks great. For me personally it is too sporty and the DUC is sorry but with touring characters and the sound and punch in the midrange is awesome 😎

@Adeus555 Год назад

If these were the same price i would be torn, but the price gap is enough to steer towards the aprilla. Strong chance ill be picking one up.

@KellerFkinRyan Год назад

if you’d be torn if they both cost like $11k then thats ridiculous. the rs660’s only two advantages is weight and the cruise control. quite literally everything else is better on the ducati. especially the full ohlins suspension on the ducati, with the upgraded brembo brakes. the aprilias got brembos but they’re the cheapest ones that they had in the parts bin. seriously, if you can afford the aprilia, you can save for a little longer and get the ducati. i cannot stress enough how much better the ducati would be if price were not a factor.

@Adeus555 Год назад

@@KellerFkinRyan Price was a huge factor. Picked up a Tuono 660 a few days ago. The RS was a bit to tight for me. The ducati was twice the price. Easy choice for me.

@lovelessissimo 3 года назад

And no one broke down!

@edge929 Год назад

The diaper green RS660 doesn't help it's appeal here. The black is much nicer. The SS is about 3k more. Both great bikes, hard to pick.

@ryanmalone2681 Год назад

Needing to remove the exhaust to do anything with the brakes or rear tire is a non-starter for me.

@clubstyleridahd4695 2 года назад

We need some V-twin/P-twin japanese middle weight bikes with 90-100hp

@Rick1984FL Год назад

Well if that new Honda hornet is coming stateside there it is….

@nakawara 3 года назад

Wahhh orang Batak juozzz... Horas Lae

@babyphantom3003 2 года назад

The Honda cbr 650 r does the same thing as these two bikes and is a lot cheaper. Would have been nice to see it in this video :)

@that1panther105 2 года назад

It’s actually not that far off In price to the rs660

@that1panther105 Год назад

@No_Name oh yah here the cbr650r is $9700 and the rs660 is $11300

@that1panther105 Год назад

@No_Name rs has better tech, better engine for street use, and more street biased ergos so to each their own I don’t think one is better than the other

@wwfww Год назад

950…. Middleweight… these are funny times my friends

@phillipbatho3213 3 года назад

Now compare a 2nd generation R6 to those two. What have we gained.. and lost, in 18 years?

@douglasalexander4348 3 года назад

Exactly. Year 2000 CBR600. Cheap and very comfy sports bike that does 150mph extremely reliable and simple servicing. (Take note Ducati servicing and spares availability is shocking) . No electrics or abs though. R6 if you want more uncomfortable but sharper bike.

@redmonday4154 2 года назад

Guys, what's up with the audio quality. So much artefacts

@llerradish 2 года назад

You should have thrown price into the mix. Because for the same price Ducati is obvious winner it's just much more bike for the money. But if you have to pay 2,3, or $4,000 more for the Ducati, the Aprilia start to look much more attractive.

@Idlehandzx2 2 года назад

Well now I’m feeling confused on which one I want

@aluisious 3 года назад

These reviews never tell you what happens if you buy these bikes and actually ride them. My Multistrada engine chewed up the crankshaft bearings in 29k miles. Don't buy either of these bikes.

@fatsharks 3 года назад

Yep. Ducati, Aprilia, KTM, and BMW have huge reliability issues that no one talks about. Of course it's fun to blast around on a press bike for free for a few hours, but try to live with these bikes for like a year and then we'll talk. I don't care how "sexy" these Euro bikes are. They are overpriced, overrated, and unreliable heaps of junk. I'm neither stupid nor a child so I will never buy one of these Euro bikes until they sort their shit out.

@myaccount6905 3 года назад

@@fatsharks get a Harley 😂😂

@windyrun7979 3 года назад

What year Multi?

@douglasalexander4348 3 года назад

Let’s hope Yamaha do a sports with their 900 triple engine. The XSR 9 is so much fun on the street, cheaper and more power.

@aluisious 2 года назад

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@ribalderr6052 2 года назад

strange comparo, but both look like the lean over crunch up aint bad. they had to, naked sit up more sell way more.

@alexv5581 Год назад

That's why they sell the naked siblings of both respective bikes my dude. But some of us still would sacrifice comfort for handling.

@brianburkhard5209 9 месяцев назад

I'm buying my first bike within 60 days. I was going with the RS 660. But I've always wanted a Ducati. There's just something about them. Anyone have options on which on would be a better option. I'm a bit older than the average first timer 52.