Aprilia Tuareg 660 First Impressions - Motorcycle Adventure

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  • čas přidán 28. 08. 2024
  • #motorcycleadventure #adventuremotorcycling #motorcyclenews #aprilia #apriliatuareg #motorcycleadventuredirtbiketv
    Andrew Clubb AKA Clubby, Editor of Australian Adventure Bike Magazine attends the Australian Aprilia Tuareg 660 launch in the home of the sandy trails, Mildura.
    The bike impressed Clubby, firstly at a fundamental level with excellent dirt and road handling, comfort and power. Other strong features include, excellent traction control electronics that can be activated on the fly, tubeless tyres, full adjustable high quality suspension and big fuel range, in excess of 400 ks.
    We then spend time with John Hansen, the Technical Manager for Aprilia Australia to discuss the finer points of the features of the bike.
    We look forward to spending a longer time on this bike and taking it for a decent adventure.

Komentáře • 207

  • @BigRockMoto
    @BigRockMoto Před rokem +35

    If I didn't already have my 890 Rally, I'd buy one of these, it's that good. Thanks for the review, great as always.

    • @erosas887
      @erosas887 Před rokem +3

      You should move away from the desert where you record the videos and try a true desert, like the Australian outback. It would be nice to see if a ktm can survive that. :) Most people take the suzuki dr650 there.

    • @MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV
      @MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV  Před rokem +7

      We'll get on these for a longer period shortly for a thorough test but first impressions really count with this one.

    • @skipole09
      @skipole09 Před rokem +2

      Big rock, how do you think it compares to the desert x?

    • @edsonroadmoto
      @edsonroadmoto Před rokem +2

      And now you do have your own bike!! Congratulations 🎉

  • @desertx
    @desertx Před rokem +12

    So we bought this bike for my wife earlier this year (it's been available in Europe for a while). There's a little hiccup at around 4k rpm's which I hope they will solve from the factory (and if not then we'll get the Garbo map). There was also a slight oil leak at the weep hole which has been widely reported (and really shouldn't happen in 2022) but the dealer has taken care of it promptly. Other than this it's been absolutely fantastic. The suspension is great, it has great usable power, the electronics are effortless to use (the 1100 ATAS is so absolutely TERRIBLE here, Aprilia has really nailed it).
    On my side I have a Desert X coming in a couple of months, I sat on one and it's quite a bit taller than the Tuareg (and feels a bit more heavy, but that comparison is only made standing still since I didn't ride the DX) but I just can't get past those looks. I think the Tuareg would be the better choice for hardcore off-road but the DX looks so stunning I had to have it.
    We're coming off the 1250 GS and 1100 ATAS which we had fully kitted out with LoneRider and Mosko side bags, crash bars etc. With all this both the GS and ATAS were 300 kg+ fully loaded. We've sold it all and bought a Kriega OS base and their soft bags and the weight difference is amazing. The LoneRider and Mosko EMPTY bags (and the racks to hold them) were ~15 kg. In comparison the Kriega setup is around 3 kg.
    So with the above in mind I calculated the Tuareg fully loaded to be at around 230 kg and the DX at around 250 kg (including crash bars). That's a giant weight difference. There's no comparison at all when it comes to handling between the Tuareg and the GS/ATAS fully loaded. On the highway the big adventure bikes are of course quite a bit better, but anything other than that use case I find the increased agility and lower weight of the Tuareg supremely more enjoyable than the extra power of the big bikes. If I had to describe the bike in one word it would be BLISS. :)

  • @ozadv
    @ozadv Před rokem +10

    Yes, great bike, on road and especially dirt. I've got 2,800 kms, suspension is impressive and more than enough for my abilities as is the motor - give it a good thrashing Cubby loves >5k rpm 😜
    Electronics are a big plus for me and playing around with varying throttle, engine braking, traction and ABS levels on different surfaces is part of the fun!
    Now with full Arrow cat-less system and Gabro Upmap to smooth the fueling since. Lovin' it.

  • @bassert2816
    @bassert2816 Před rokem +12

    I won't trade my Tenere in for a Tuareg, but I've compared them on paper
    Tuareg has tubeless tires, lower seat hight but still same ground clearance, same wet weight but 2L more in the fuel tank, more elektronics. I think it's a great bike!

  • @robertrscott
    @robertrscott Před rokem +12

    Love mine so far, can't wait to see you guys put it through its paces!

  • @humech
    @humech Před rokem +3

    I have one and I love it, have had it like 4ish months?? Taking it slow, made sure the break-in was proper, having some QC issues and it's sitting while I wait for parts. I did drop it once around 1100 miles in due to someone speeding down a road I was merging onto. It sucked but I'm kinda glad I got it out of the way, need crash bars! I am just surprised I could pick it up, it took everything I had but I was annoyed as hell and that helped. Anyway, it's the most entertaining bike I've ridden and I hope to keep it forever!

  • @Shockley0305
    @Shockley0305 Před 9 měsíci

    One of the best videos I’ve seen on this bike yet. I think I see a Tuareg in my future. Thanks.

  • @nungu60a
    @nungu60a Před rokem +2

    I’m convinced now that this is the best value bike on the market, despite my Honda brand loyalty. T7 not close imho. I Had issues finding techs to work on my triumph and that’s my only concern now. It looks like the design is well thought of to allow me to do manageable maintenance. Will see. Yes, it beats the Transalp in adventure. Thanks for sharing.

  • @martinlegrice1414
    @martinlegrice1414 Před rokem +1

    It has Clubby's stamp of approval...enough said :) Nice first impressions gents. Thanks.

  • @philszookon33s
    @philszookon33s Před rokem +3

    Mine has 1000km on it now and I absolutely love it. Cant wait to get on it any chance I get 😃

  • @phil6347
    @phil6347 Před rokem

    Well i just went to the local Dealer to check out the CFMOTO, and the Tuareg was next to it sat on both ,felt the difference in weight !! And POW im in love ❤ with the Tuareg, Cluffy & best buddy have won me over, i watch all of your bike stuff and I never have felt so much passion in your voice then the two videos you have done on this bike.
    I've owned my T700 for a couple of years and I still haven't really gelled with it, To top heavy for my liking and I need another person to pick the thing up, After watching your videos im getting one.

  • @wickedleeloopy2115
    @wickedleeloopy2115 Před rokem +1

    It's good to see features on a midsize that was once only available on the big heavy 1200cc+ model bikes 👍

  • @liljegren100
    @liljegren100 Před rokem +1

    Amazing! We've found a reviewer who can pronounce 'Tuareg'! And, in Australia! Who'd have thought! Well done, from Otago.

  • @ouradventures1946
    @ouradventures1946 Před rokem

    So many reviews say the same thing, the screen isn’t adjustable. It is actually, plenty of adjustment using the cross piece to pull it up or push it down.
    Can’t wait to get one, great review.

  • @cliftonsr
    @cliftonsr Před rokem +1

    A bunch of these bikes are already hitting the states and I can't wait to see where the future of this is heading on improvements and updates for the Tuareg and it's mostly perfect as it is.

  • @cliftonsr
    @cliftonsr Před rokem +2

    Everything is perfect on this bike except only one thing I found when hitting the tarmac it needs a taller 6th gear or a 7 speed gearbox, so aprilia fix this gearing and it will out sell most every bike in this category. I love this bike and I ride it daily, it will absolutely go everywhere! Dave and Clubby I love your videos and that's why I subscribed!

  • @Scram1200
    @Scram1200 Před rokem +3

    Quick test rides on the Toureg and Desert X last Friday, the Toureg has gone to top of the list for me.

    • @MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV
      @MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV  Před rokem +2

      Interesting. I ride the Desert X very shortly

    • @ultimatist
      @ultimatist Před rokem

      @@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV looking forward to the comparo! Great time to be a dirt rider ;)

    • @gillesgenete9598
      @gillesgenete9598 Před rokem +1

      @@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV I tested Tuareg660, DesertX, Norden901, Tenere700, AfricaTwin1100. DesertX was my best for off-road, engine, handling. But price is ridiculously high, and the Tuareg was real close in performance, and better than other 3. Norden is roadster disguised in adventure bike, Africa is an elephant (I had one for 45.000km), T7 is slightly behind Tuareg for my taste. I may sell my 701 to buy a Tuareg, while adventurising my KTM500EXCF.

  • @andrewtreloar7389
    @andrewtreloar7389 Před rokem +1

    I held off even considering the Tuareg until the release of the new Transalp and the new VStrom. Don't know why I even bothered really! The Tuareg has it all over the other two especially considering neither have cruise control or , in the case of the Transalp, adjustable suspension! The other thing that amazes me about this bike is that, even though it has long suspenders back and front and really good ground clearance, the seat height is a modest 860mm!! I have always bought Japanese and feared anything European simply because of reliability issues - rightly or wrongly. But now, shopping for a new bike after selling my F800GSA, the Tuareg is right at the pointy end of the list.

  • @FULLPELTAdventures
    @FULLPELTAdventures Před rokem +1

    Great review guys, Looking forward to test riding this new Bad Boy myself. Certainly ticks the boxes.

  • @MichaelShaw206
    @MichaelShaw206 Před rokem +1

    My experience with the bike has been positive. It gets great mileage, seat height is good for a 30" inseam, and it is really planted on the road. Very balanced bike. Not a fan of the look - prefer a stripped-down bike but it's so comfortable I can forgive all the plastics. I came from a WR250R and prefer simple, but this Tuareg is spoiling me - and I don't have to carry a tube.

  • @inrptn
    @inrptn Před rokem +2

    These bikes are gonna be amazing once aftermarket mod support really kicks in.

  • @toltod
    @toltod Před rokem +1

    Much better dirt capablity than their last attempt of the 2015 Aprilia Capnord. I'd love to see an unheard of comparison between this and the Ducati Desert X.

  • @ogasi1798
    @ogasi1798 Před rokem +1

    new to this world - been riding sxf450 for years, think i am ready to leave MX behind and get back to road and track - this seems like the ticket - nice spec, nice size

  • @michaelgleeson1198
    @michaelgleeson1198 Před rokem +7

    The Aprilia looks the goods and a sharp price point when you consider what else is at or around that price point. It's now a case of getting bum's on seats

    • @MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV
      @MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV  Před rokem

      Strongly agree

    • @tazzat6944
      @tazzat6944 Před rokem

      Dealerships are limited though for warranty servicing and parts. Only thing holding me back as the nearest dealer is 6 hours away, each way, and Aprillia NZ never replied to my enquires on warranty via a local bike shop instead sadly.

  • @bazza8947
    @bazza8947 Před rokem +2

    I really like the look of this thing and it certainly ticks the boxes I want. The dealer network situation does concern me quite a bit though to be honest. I owned an Aprilia over the period of the old distributor and they had a much larger authorised service centre network. Will see if I can get a ride on one!

    • @MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV
      @MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV  Před rokem +2

      In a couple of weeks I'm sure it will be possible to get a test ride.

    • @bazza8947
      @bazza8947 Před rokem +1

      @@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV Cheers Dave, looking forward to your proper review!

  • @1young-geezer
    @1young-geezer Před rokem +3

    Been wondering and waiting to see if this bike comes onto your radar, and voilá, here she is! Looking forward like so many to your more in-depth ride.The only downside for me in the lower US is the dealership paucity - just nowhere to buy or service w/o traveling 100's of miles dang-it, as you mentioned I think.By the way, I just soooo much trust your opinions knowing how hard you all ride, and the fair and even shake you give everything you run. Thanks........

    • @MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV
      @MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV  Před rokem +1

      Thanks. Yeah we will be delayed testing this in detail as the Desert X is next and then Nugget and I head to the Tropics in late November.

  • @stevegrosvenor2170
    @stevegrosvenor2170 Před rokem +1

    Good morning from South Dakota USA. Will be very interested in this

  • @ChristophLeitl
    @ChristophLeitl Před rokem

    Testrode it, bought a used KTM 990 Adventure for a third of the prize, and absolutely love my 48mm front and adjustable rear suspension!

  • @samhill3496
    @samhill3496 Před rokem +1

    Very good looking machine. hands down a premium equipped machine. Many could do better but with this one you can ride away ready to go anywhere. The clutch and water pump has adequate looking protection as well. Heated grips? Sure they have them. Exhaust maybe, bigger footpegs and there you go. Good presentation Dave. Andrew seemed likewise impressed. I saw a demo with the frame guards mounted, very good looking. Thanks.

    • @MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV
      @MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV  Před rokem +2

      Couldn't agree more!

    • @samhill3496
      @samhill3496 Před rokem +1

      @@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV I just watched nther review from 4 months back in USS. 82 HP 52 Ft lbs torque 404 lbs wet ready to ride. Feet flat on the ground. Seat a bit narrow but very positive comments for somewhat local travel with in country not RTW, just not enough dearlers as we know off. But great machine, motor dead smooth at 100mph, no vibration. Ground up design, not an afterthought like the T700, which I also own.

  • @AUBREYTHOMAS1979
    @AUBREYTHOMAS1979 Před rokem

    Well done Aprilia 👏. Shots fired at established middle weights.....

  • @glennwr450
    @glennwr450 Před rokem +2

    Do a Tuareg vs T7 comparison, would be a great vid

  • @erosas887
    @erosas887 Před rokem +1

    They sell it in US for AUD18500. Aprilia is just trying to follow Yamaha with their ridiculous prices in Australia. Thanks, but I can wait. I prefer to support companies that apply a closer straight conversion from the US dollar like Ducati, Suzuki, and Kawasaki.

  • @sspirito3130
    @sspirito3130 Před rokem +3

    Great review and fantastic bike! I am afraid that the Australian distributor has already killed this bike on arrival with it's price. An extra $2000AUD will get you a Ducati Desert X

    • @MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV
      @MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV  Před rokem

      A different capacity bike

    • @deehaws4334
      @deehaws4334 Před rokem

      dont forget to add on the very high service/parts cost for Apes, if you have a dealer near you that is. Only one dealer in Perth.

    • @sspirito3130
      @sspirito3130 Před rokem +1

      ​@@deehaws4334 In my experience Aprilia servicing and parts are not more expensive than the average japanese equivalent. Yamaha for instance has some of the most expensive service and parts. I have owned bikes that most people would consider expensive to maintain such as Ducati, BMW and Aprilia, but none of them were as expensive to maintain as my Yahamahs

  • @glennaltschwager5234
    @glennaltschwager5234 Před rokem +3

    Man...thats a nice looking bike.
    My Africa Twin should be feeling nervous 👍🍻
    How does it carry its weight ?

  • @ojaisherpa
    @ojaisherpa Před rokem +3

    I am lucky to own a T7 and a 660. The Aprilia is a step above imo

  • @xpllmmff
    @xpllmmff Před rokem

    Aprilia has once developed a Dorsoduro in 2010, and can be easily modified to a light enduro/scrambler bike just like Ducati multistrada

  • @holisticaustralia
    @holisticaustralia Před rokem +1

    You guys rock! Looks like a winner, direct competitor for the T7, good features for an extra few grand..
    I am such a sapp for my new KLR, but hey.. T7... Tuareg..
    Maybe a second bike is in order.. Impresive to say tbe least.. (;{~ 👍

  • @oyleyhands1332
    @oyleyhands1332 Před rokem

    I would question your comment on this bike being Aprilia 'first atttempt at dirt orientated adventure' as I had one of the Aprilia Tuareg 600 Wind in the 80s, it had the Rotax single engine. Even the colour scheme (not the same patterning) of the bike you had there was based on the original scheme, even the tank shape and twin headlight fairing, Brembo brakes, USD forks etc.There were other CC capacity sizes of the same style bike, 125/350. Some even competed in the Dakar Rally. I also had the original Honda Africa Twin 650 with the HRC logo at the same time, it was imported new from Germany to the UK as Honda UK never officially imported that model.
    Bear in mind one of the FB Groups is more or less dedicated to problems and suggetions with this bike , and there are many issues, so many I have held back from purchasing one so far, my original 600 model never let me down but it was a Rotax engine !

  • @212driller
    @212driller Před rokem +4

    The thing I worry about with this bike is reliability. Otherwise it looks like a great option!

    • @MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV
      @MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV  Před rokem +11

      The engine has a proven track record. The suspension is high quality. In Australian conditions we'll find out quick enough.

    • @212driller
      @212driller Před rokem +1

      @@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV yup. Looking forward to it!

  • @Whatreally123
    @Whatreally123 Před rokem +1

    I hope Aprilia launches this in India. Yamaha india is extremely dumb to not launch the T7 and the only 650cc sort of adv/tourer available in the 600cc category are the Versys, Tiger, Benelli, Vstrom. This could be an absolute hit.

  • @michaelokell1905
    @michaelokell1905 Před rokem

    nice job Dave and clubby ! I think if they market the bike towards the beginners, because there's a lams approved version they'd be on a winner considering other than enduro"s or there ktm 390 adventure which I feel isn't really offroad focussed they'd be on to an absolute winner.

  • @niceguyrides
    @niceguyrides Před rokem +1

    This is the bike I want if I outgrow my 300L Rally.

    • @ChristophLeitl
      @ChristophLeitl Před rokem

      Don't forget to try if the 701 Enduro or KTM 690 Enduro is for you as it's still a lot (45kg) lighter!

    • @niceguyrides
      @niceguyrides Před rokem +1

      @@ChristophLeitl if I grow out of the 300L Rally it will be because of my desire to do more road miles. With all the performance mods on the 300L, there is not much I need in the dirt department. I mean, we’ll see, but it will never be a twin cylinder engine for comfortable highway cruising. If I find I am lacking in the dirt department, I would probably go to a 450RL and mod it for adventure.

    • @MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV
      @MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV  Před rokem +1

      good point

    • @MichaelShaw206
      @MichaelShaw206 Před rokem +1

      @@niceguyrides Have the Tuareg and I'm shopping for a 450L - the used market in the states has a lot of options. You can find them at prices near the rarely available 300L Rally. 690s and 701s are hard to come by too now and, while they are great bikes, they are a compromise between the twins and the light 450s and 500s. If I could only own one bike, it would be the 701 LR, assuming I could ever find one for sale. If money was no object, I'd buy a 2022 Triumph Scamber 1200 xe (it's gorgeous) and the Beta 390 (featherily light). Currently, I can afford the Tuareg and a used 450L, but a man can dream.

    • @SuperCheesyMan
      @SuperCheesyMan Před rokem +1

      I have the 250l Rally, haven't rode it even once since I got the Tuareg lol

  • @SamiNami
    @SamiNami Před rokem

    I think it's almost perfect. Would buy one but already own a T7...

  • @geofferyrobertson6608

    good review fellas

  • @niceguyrides
    @niceguyrides Před rokem +2

    Certainly is a looker. 1st prize in my opinion.

  • @gillesgenete9598
    @gillesgenete9598 Před rokem

    Nice feedback and presentation. Would like your comparison with 890 R .

  • @paulvandervyver4223
    @paulvandervyver4223 Před rokem

    It seems like a great allround ADV bike, I mean it's got all the boxes ticked....the decider remains the long-term reliability...at least for me. Will probably have to wait 2-3 years for that answer.

  • @brucekendall52
    @brucekendall52 Před rokem

    Great bike by all accounts.Not sure about the rear luggage setups when I saw the bike?They just need more dealerships here in SA.Cheers

  • @herissonsudo3571
    @herissonsudo3571 Před rokem

    Which tyres are used during the test ? not the stock one as we could briefly see at the beginning of the video.

  • @AussieDazza
    @AussieDazza Před rokem

    It’s price point here in Australia is very close to the Desert X.

  • @jonbriddon1566
    @jonbriddon1566 Před rokem

    Live in Sydney and having trouble getting a test ride. No stock and no demos out there

  • @azharsalib7476
    @azharsalib7476 Před rokem

    This is a wonderful bike! But the big problem with this bike is engine heat, which comes from engine or radiator. Any Solution......?

  • @scottrubie6826
    @scottrubie6826 Před rokem

    How long before you and Clubby get to put it through its paces. I can smell a 4 day circuit coming on!!!!

  • @russ02281990
    @russ02281990 Před rokem +1

    You say this is Aprilias first adv bike but fail to remember the Pegaso. A reworked yamaha xt660 dual sport/adv....... also there was a tuareg in the 80's. And a few others aswell

    • @MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV
      @MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV  Před rokem

      We'll agree to disagree. This is all new.

    • @russ02281990
      @russ02281990 Před rokem +1

      @@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV of course its all new and it looks like a great bike. However you stated it was aprilias first adv bike which it isn't as they've built adv bikes previously. Good coverage though 👍

    • @silverdale3207
      @silverdale3207 Před rokem

      Sorry to disagree but I don't think the Pegaso is a reworked xt660 unless I'm missing something.Mate has one about a 2000 model, it is the same as the GS 650 BMW (Built for BMW by Aprilia) which would be a stretch to call it an adventure bike .Did they have another Pegaso as well, just curious.

  • @mcdonaldslover52
    @mcdonaldslover52 Před rokem +2

    All these bikes in this category need to be coming with high fenders (or at the very least factory options). Low fenders are disasters waiting to happen.

    • @MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV
      @MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV  Před rokem +3

      Having gone over the handle bars at speed due to mud I can't help but agree with you.

    • @craigyarrington4964
      @craigyarrington4964 Před rokem +2

      @@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV Why can't they make them adjustable or 2 step. Say std and 25mm higher for shitty conditions.

  • @RealHooksy
    @RealHooksy Před rokem

    Aah Rocket Lake, I know it well.
    Good place to test the Tuareg Clubby.
    Hattah country 😎

    • @MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV
      @MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV  Před rokem

      He never stops talking about Hattah country Rob. I still haven't got there.

    • @RealHooksy
      @RealHooksy Před rokem

      @@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV
      You have to go see the race guys, better than Finke in many ways, and lost more accessible.
      The Murray Sunset National park has some excellent (sandy) tracks, and there is the border track plus plenty of others nearby too.

  • @droflivelife
    @droflivelife Před měsícem

    660 or 790 S ?

  • @davidellis9358
    @davidellis9358 Před rokem

    How do you think it would be two up, would be mild off road situation

  • @twowheelpilot
    @twowheelpilot Před rokem

    Best thing is the Aprillia isn't Chinese like the 790/890 KTM/CFMOTO shared platform. Also the Aprillia gives you all the technology without taking it away at 1500k so you have to buy it all back again!

    • @MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV
      @MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV  Před rokem

      Interesting perspective.

    • @twowheelpilot
      @twowheelpilot Před rokem

      @@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV Just some facts. KTM electrically removing cruise control, rally mode, motor slip regulation etc at 1500 kilometres is just a smack in the face. I own two KTM'S. However I completely refuse to buy an 890R until this BS stops. If we all did that then KTM would have to just supply the bike as intended! KTM can't even give you Brembo brakes and a hydrolic clutch these days!

  • @cliff1551
    @cliff1551 Před rokem

    68 hp at the rear wheel mate ,Dyno tested one

  • @wranglertr
    @wranglertr Před rokem

    Hey Clubby where have you been so far?

  • @nicojacobs5064
    @nicojacobs5064 Před rokem

    Anyone able to tune up the lams version? Asking for a friend

  • @AJKinetic1
    @AJKinetic1 Před rokem

    I rode the bike a few weeks ago. Something I have not heard any tester comment on is how god-awful slow the bike is. I did ride my Africa twin to the dealership to write it, so that may have had something to do with it. However it did seem exceptionally slow for an 82 horsepower bike. Perhaps the one I rode being brand new is in some sort of limp mode?

    • @MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV
      @MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV  Před rokem +1

      They have different power settings. Your comments are not consistent with Clubby who rode a number of them recently and comparing an 1100 with a 700, on power is fraught.

    • @SuperCheesyMan
      @SuperCheesyMan Před rokem

      You might have tried the power limited version? Lams I think it's called

  • @adventureswithham2223

    A rival for the 890R Dave ?

  • @donniebunkerboi9975
    @donniebunkerboi9975 Před rokem

    Yeah 1 week fun and the rest 3 weeks is figuring out M Marelli's trouble and waiting for parts. It's Italian what do you expect

  • @riechristiansen9565
    @riechristiansen9565 Před rokem

    This must be one of the closest competitors to the t7. I tested the World Raid couple of weeks ago, very nice,but very
    pricey.

  • @XtremeCoke
    @XtremeCoke Před rokem

    Aprilia - Few screw here, few screw there, few screw around the fuel cap then you have access to air filter - very easy access
    KTM - lift your seat up, 2 screws, thats it. 🤣

  • @Eastbound
    @Eastbound Před rokem

    Aprilia's first dirt oriented bike??? Maybe for Oz but not for Aprilia!

  • @wonkywheels1037
    @wonkywheels1037 Před rokem

    Gee you have been a busy boy.

  • @tangoreal9098
    @tangoreal9098 Před rokem

    Why would you buy an Aprilla when there is a T7? Certainly not for the dealer support network, parts availability, or reputation.

    • @MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV
      @MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV  Před rokem

      Being an old bloke, I remember my father making the same comments when Japanese bikes first hit the market. Yeah, I'm hearing you but you haven't even given them a chance. The T7 is a gret bike. I own one, albeit with heaviy modified suspension. But it's primitive compared to Tuareg. Maybe that's a good thing for the T7 cause Yamaha certainly has all those elements you mention, sorted.

    • @silverdale3207
      @silverdale3207 Před rokem

      @@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV Primitive wins for me every time , I.ve seen lots of guys spending to much time stopped trying to figure out their computers while the guys on basic bikes ride past in a cloud of dust with a big smile on their face. Is the same reason I run mostly old gear on my farm, you don't get let down by stupid electronics or shut down with fault codes, important in the middle of nowhere. That's what made the tenere so popular in the first place.

    • @CheradenineZakalwe
      @CheradenineZakalwe Před rokem

      for riding!

  • @mazdar100
    @mazdar100 Před rokem

    Better find one to sit on. I'm 6'3" with a long leg.

  • @2Meerkats
    @2Meerkats Před rokem

    under USD$12K in USA = AUD$17.7K but some how it's priced at AUD$22.3K here in the land of OZ? ok rah rah wow haha - suck it up peeps. Worth a test ride anyway.

    • @MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV
      @MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV  Před rokem

      That's a big diffference but dollar values are differnent. Not sure that different.

    • @2Meerkats
      @2Meerkats Před rokem +1

      @@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV went on the Demo-day ride. Handles well on the road and suspension is very good off road. Liked the egro's too. Good bike - but, Did not feel like a $22.5 bike to me, more like $20K - Might ride the Norden and 890R to compare at $25K prices (a little more). When the Transalp arrives be interested to see if they drop their Tuareg price... haha

  • @mrwhiteinca
    @mrwhiteinca Před rokem

    At a $2,000 premium over the Yamaha Tenere it better be damn good

    • @MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV
      @MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV  Před rokem

      Whilst I haven't ridden the bike yet, there definitely is some value to be found, full adjustable suspension, tubeless and on the fly traction control and engine management. Yep that's well over two grand.

  • @deepakpathri.534
    @deepakpathri.534 Před rokem

    I guessed your accent correctly

  • @Charliano700
    @Charliano700 Před rokem

    22k?? For a 660. Nope. Nice bike though. I’ll stick with my Tiger.

    • @MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV
      @MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV  Před rokem

      Tiger 900 Rally Pro is $25K ish

    • @Charliano700
      @Charliano700 Před rokem

      I gave 18.6 USD for mine the whole retails for 17.5 is of course a pipe dream lol. However I’ve got my eye on this 660 for a few years down the road. I also had a Vstrom 650. She was levels below, but she was a good one.

  • @alrider7257
    @alrider7257 Před rokem

    Stop with all the previews and publish the actual videos!!!!

    • @MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV
      @MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV  Před rokem

      Ah we only had the bike for a day at that time. So you don't want us to talk about it at all until we get it for a couple of weeks.

    • @alrider7257
      @alrider7257 Před rokem

      @@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV I enjoy your videos a lot and watch them all. Just find recently there are a lot of previews shorts and seems like a long time before the videos happen. Guess I'm impatient. Keep what you're doing. It seems to work!

    • @MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV
      @MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV  Před rokem +1

      @@alrider7257 CZcams is encouraging me to experiment with shorts. As for previews or long reviews that depends on access to the bike. Aprilia, you'll notice I didn't even do the review. They have promised me a bike early next year? We have also been significantly stuffed around a manufacturer that to be frank has stuffed a lot of things.

  • @whitedrguy6503
    @whitedrguy6503 Před rokem

    Made in Italy ???? Says it all really. 😂😂😂😂😂😂

  • @fc15min
    @fc15min Před rokem

    You look at this bike and you instantly know how much you hate it ... you go and buy any other better looking bike :D

  • @cliff1551
    @cliff1551 Před rokem

    I'll stick to my husky ,beat it hands down

  • @tonybruce
    @tonybruce Před rokem

    If i have to pronounce it 'twarag', im out

  • @williamrae9954
    @williamrae9954 Před rokem

    "Good reliability" ...cough...talk about bringing a bike to market too soon? Dodgy batch of con rods, wonder if they know every bike that was fitted with them? Seals and gasket issues, Aprilia really shot themselves in the foot big time here, they should have been shipping them out as quick as they could make them, but they've sold only 42 in the UK(inc.test bikes at dealers), 50 times fewer than Yamaha T7's...can't give them away, a PR disaster!

    • @MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV
      @MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV  Před rokem +1

      A huge call. Where is the original source of this information, please provide, or I'll remove this comment as there is a potential for it to be fake news.

    • @ljj808
      @ljj808 Před rokem

      @@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV I’m not sure about the “issues”, but they certainly can’t sell ‘em here. Demos everywhere (well the few Piaggio dealers there are) & “Steal” prices advertised to actually sell any……

  • @ShaftDrive
    @ShaftDrive Před rokem

    Garbage brand aprilia. Owner the rsv4 and nothing but problems including a fire and fouled injectors on first day of ownership. Dealer support is horrible and was in the shop for three months waiting for parts.

  • @SharetheJourneyUSA
    @SharetheJourneyUSA Před rokem

    Aprilia sucks!
    Example:
    czcams.com/video/9GAUo8eUXeU/video.html

    • @MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV
      @MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV  Před rokem +1

      Apart from making youtube videos I spent 7 years of my life studying statistics and applying it in my work place for 38 years. So we take one sample of oil from one bike from each brand and we draw conclusions. That's just dumb. It doesn't matter how accurate and technical the process for measurement, the methodology by which conclusions are drawn is misleading to the point of reckless. Basically, "We found crap oil in this bike, therefore all of the thousands of bikes made from that manufacturer are crap." It's interesting that in the heading Fortnine say something about it pissing off manufacturers. It would piss me off as a manufacturer because of it's potential to mislead and recklessly destroy brand. I'm frankly surprised went about this in this way.

    • @ride360au
      @ride360au Před rokem

      @@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV spot on, we had one Africa Twin that was a disaster, 3 since and 2 x 500's, trouble free. 1 dud bike doesn't mean the model deserves slamming. The Tuareg looks excellent and priced well compared to the market.

    • @sspirito3130
      @sspirito3130 Před rokem

      @@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV yeah, it is the dumbest clickbait video on the Fortnite channel - totally rubbish. There are so many fallacies in that test that I wouldn't know where to start

  • @Brgnalf81
    @Brgnalf81 Před rokem

    Even at 01:05 you talk crap. The first Touareg was waaaay back in 1985!! Then there were Pegaso, Pegaso Strada, Wind,... and many many more. Please do your research before posting. Jeez.

    • @MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV
      @MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV  Před rokem +2

      We will agree to disagree. This is an all new bike.

    • @Brgnalf81
      @Brgnalf81 Před rokem

      @@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV "...its first attempt at dirt oriented adventure...". Come on, Admit it, you f**ed up right there.

    • @MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV
      @MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV  Před rokem +1

      @@Brgnalf81 If you want me to say yes then I will. But is it all new? Or are you going to hold the line.