Why I Chose The Aprilia RS 660 

I am waiting for my RS 660, sold my previous bike and badly want the RS 660 since I am bikeless at the moment. Great video, loved your insights

Lovely bike, especially in those colours. Throwback to '95 when Aprilia launched the RS250. That was hugely popular here in the UK and much sought after. Emissions regulations saw the end of it unfortunately with it being a 2 stroke. Ride safe

I know people buying their second ever motorcycle usually don't buy another similar CC bike like I might do. I grew up riding starting with an 80cc at age 12 and up to my last 500cc, - a KX500 dirtbike until about two years ago at age 42 when I sold it. My first motorcycle is a like new condition, 2008 Suzuki GSX650F - (656cc Inline-4) that had 28k miles when I bought it. It's a heavy bike for this class at 531 pounds wet. Over a year & just over 5,500+ miles later, I've had no problems with the bike or it's weight. It has a decent 85 HP & 45 LB-FT @ the crank with an aggressively geared 6-speed manual transmission. Bone stock & at 60 mph in 6th gear, it's at 5,300 rpm's! It has a 12,500 rpm redline with an approx. 12,800 rpm rev limiter. Anyway, I know the Aprilia RS660 has about 15 more HP & about 5 more LB-FT of torque vs. my bike... But the big difference is the approximately 130 pounds less weight, and that extra power. That weight advantage for the RS660 is huge on a motorcycle. Despite the weight, my GSX650F was tested and still did 0-60 in 3.7 seconds. It ran 11.94 @ 110.1 mph through the 1/4 mile. It has a governed top speed of 135 mph. Lastly, it did 0-100 mph in a respectable 8.97 seconds. The RS660 is definitely faster, as it should be... It did 0-60 in 3.27 seconds & ran the 1/4 mile in 11.29 @ 124 mph. It has a 145 mph Top Speed. I honestly think it would be a nice second bike for me... I really don't need a 9 or 10 second bike on the street. Low 11's is a nice gain of acceleration vs. the high 11's my bike runs. Oh wow, sorry for the super long comment. I'll subscribe after this comment. Safe travels man! Nice RS660! That's the color I want 😎👍

Great video and info brotha! I’m looking at getting a rs 660 soon. Would have to go with the acid gold!

Just found this channel. Must say I love it!!

The ‘rider aids’ on the Rs660 are so good BECAUSE they don’t interfere with normal riding (if you set them appropriately)… they are just there to help save you, if you potentially make a mistake at an inopportune time… it makes pushing on this thing so much more fun

Excellent video, I too would have chosen the aprilia from the list of bikes you mention. I may have also considered the Triumph Street triple rs, but the exclusivity of the aprilia is a definite bonus as is the superb exhaust note. It’s great to see that you’re enjoying the extra power, the quick shifter must be a joy to use. You certainly have some excellent roads. Here in Britain, it’s far more more congested and there are many speed detecting cameras to be aware of. I look forward to seeing more “aprilia action”, best wishes.

Definitely gorgeous bike! I’m looking into getting this as my daily and leaving my KTM RC8R for the track. Great video! 👍

Beautiful bike man!! I love the RS660. It really checks all I would want in a bike. I’m 6 ‘2 and don’t want to lay on the tank, want the sport look and feel with comfort, more power than I will ever need, plus! Enjoy 👍

Solid review. I’m considering a 2022 as a second bike - currently have a 2017 Ninja 650.

Glad you got the RS660. I absolutely love mine... I highly suggest some track days, lots of fun! 🏍

Sweet ride , it’s a new type of bike. Really tempting the Japanese 650 buyers , sports touring etc.

great review, especially the bit about recalls and proximity to dealer network, hadn't considered that. what was your otd cost out in ca? is the blue a bit purply in person?

I ordered mine last week as an early birthday present to myself. Can't wait to get out there on it.

Congrats man, that’s awesome. Pretty baller play going for the Aprilia. Did you keep the mt 03?

Thank you for the video. The only thing I know by being an Aprilia customer. The bike will fail you fast. If not the bike the client service. Drive safe, cheers

Great video dude, and congrats on your choice (I'm waiting for mine xD)! Is your exhaust stock in this video?

There is so much to like about this machine. I really want one, but I see all these horror stories about the build quality. Check engine lights @ 200 miles, cracked engine blocks, other engine oil leaks, leaking forks etc.This would only be a toy, not a daily, so I could put up with some problems, but hate to go on long trip and get stranded.

What up bro! If you're in socal let's meet up. I bought my 660 about 6 months ago. Apex black. In the 6 months of ownership, I have never seen another RS in the wild.

Love the fact that I live in the EU, I've got like 6 Piaggio/Aprilia service centers within half an hour of driving, and even when I'm on a roadtrip I'm never more then an hour away

I want the 660 so bad but the closest authorized dealer is over an hour away from me!! R7 is looking more attainable but I don't think I'd be completely satisfied with it

I have a Ninja 650 and looking to upgrade technology-ABS etc- and a little more power. Wouldn't mind a little more aggressive seating position. Looking at the Aprilia and the Ducati Supersport. I'm short and the Ducati has a low seat and i would have same seat height as my 650. How tall are you? or inseam? Curious how you feel about the seat height.

I also bought the Rs660 and I love it. Love from Germany 🇩🇪 🔥

Solid video man! Been trying to figure out the same issues you went over and it does seem like the perfect fit as well. Also, I see that you are riding in my neighborhood lol what dealership did you get yours at?

I bought a 2021 last October and it's been a decent bike. I've only put 2200 miles on it as this past winter in Texas was crap. As an experienced rider of 41 years, I'd say it's a great all around bike, albeit a bit under-powered for me. I'll keep the bike for another 4 or 5 thousand miles and go from there.

Nice video! i noticed that the mirrors vibrate a lot

I was in the same boat as you. I went with a Supersport. Aprilia was a close second though. I just wish it had a bit more power.

I’d like a bike like this potentially as a second bike to my MT-09. Only thing stopping me is that it is a bit pricey and I’m not sure that I want a twin again.

did u buy ur bike in spirit motorcycle in san jose(I am assuming you are bc this is in hillside)? you and I had pretty much have the same reasoning with brand rarity. Although my bike is not an RS 660, I do feel the same pros and cons of owning a out of the norm brand. I currently own A husqvarna svartpilen 701, and I rarely see any one riding this motorcycle in the area. It is my first bike and I am now shopping for a new bike. The one that I am eyeing is the tuono v4. Maybe I watched too many videos of that motorcycle that your video ended up in my recommendation. P.S I also work at health care and a huge tech guy. My past works were in electronic companies lol

How is called the thing on ur handelbars?

great video， I just preordered one

Love this bike! Just bought the limited edition 😙

Up until a week ago I was convinced I was going to get a Kawasaki ninja 400 as my first bike, I like the KRT styling but I also like to do my homework and plan ahead and that is when I discovered the Learner Approved Aprilia RS660 ( detuned to 40 kW for 1 yr ) so I only really need to buy 1 bike

Considering that bike for my next bike however I've seen multiple review showing the rear brake doing that noise at 4:41 does it still do it after a while?

Thats a big time bike dude.

How would this bike compare to a 16 Ducati monster 821 dark. Is the Ducati better on track or is this bike better

Where in california was this filmed? Thanks :)

Do it have blue tooth Radio and Navigation

I guess I'll go buy one, I'm lucky I have the Aprilia factory 20 mins from home (I'm Italian)

I've about came to the RS660 conclusion. I bought my original Aprilia for the same reason. I fix my own so dealer not needed. I'm coming from a liter bike but I'm 61 going on 75 so I think I'll be okay. 😂

Did they have the yellow 2022 with red wheels in stock? I'm also located in the Bay Area. Communication from the 3 shops hasn't been so good which is wild cause I'd pay for the bike in cash🤷🏽‍♂️

California...perfect place to ride and have a motorcycle. 105 -107 degree Dallas summer less motorcycle friendly.

Is it beginner bike or should I start with a small bike

I have the same bike I love it,rs660 squad

I love how those bikes look but my cousin bought a brand new one and it already been tru two motors the plastics are melting of when he rides and the bike been more in the dealer then the road all is giving him is problems

Are you northern or southern California?

The Ducati panigale V2 is the real gorgeous bike

4:36 if brand new bike will do like that , i will burn it and done with it ! sorry , i like a lot the tehc in this bike but , is an aprilia and they are crap. I need to chose my second bike , first was an 04 sv650 , and i have 2 options right now , rs 660 and cbr650r . Guess ho is goanna win ?

I agree with Aprilia being way less common, it's nice to see them for sure. My buddy back east before I moved had an RS 660 for his first bike, I personally only liked the sound (and the seat). The seat was really comfy compared to my R6. I didn't like more upright seating posture nor the shake from it being 2 stroke. He ended up trading it in for another Aprilia 1100 factory. After riding both of those, the 1100 felt WAYY better - just still a lot different from my R6.

Aprilia Fam!

does it actually have cruise control lol?

Closest dealer is 3 hours away... I want this bike SO BAD

100hp is the ideal level of power for the street.

this bike is insane but it costs $17000 in South Africa

i wished that aprilia had at last 110 hp so it can match in hp to 120hp is bikes

Holy shit, the state of the roads in the USA is horrible.

if you are concerned about quick shifters up and down you need to go to the basics of motorcycling first thing. Second you said aprilia is value for money ? Biggest joke over heard in a while but w/e makes you sleep at night better. 3rd Unreliable - that why you do not see them on rods that much besides being overpriced. 4th Stop flexing that you bought aprilia - if you flex that you have a rare bike on road " look at me guys" stop riding because you trying to flex. If you need lean sensitive IMU again go back to basic and please for God sake never say that again if you need lean sensitive IMU on streets - you are going TOO fast... but looking at you light pull acceleration - you afraid of the bike you speed on street after you barely took off from light. But you do you man... You are looking for a comfortable supersport or sport bike - biggest bs I've heard again you do you man... slightly more expensive than R7 hahahah it's almost 2.5 k more than R7 and almost 3 k more than Ninja 650 ..... lol again stop lying to yourself

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