Aprilia RS 660 -vs- Yamaha R6 | WHEN ANALOG MEETS DIGITAL [Detailed Comparison]

[@PetroHead]

Highly suggest you read the description above before commenting. New merch site: www.petropowered.co

[@carlosm9111]

I bet more people would be faster on the RS660 than the the R6. Why? Usable power band. I said what I said ;)

[@1MTed]

Thank you! Yes. Everyone thinks there Rossi. Lol. RS 660 for the win.

[@mchiola]

100%

[@rengokusats]

solid review. always looking forward to your videos. stay safe brother

[@wrxguyusa]

Great review! You gave more useful information than all the professional reviews combined. RS660 is exactly what I was looking for 2 years ago when looking to update from an SV650 to 21st century technology. Restrained HP reminds me I don't need to spend a night in jail.

[@PetroHead]

Thank you! I try to review bikes and be genuine about the whole experience.

[@Scuanto]

Hey.. I’m currently on an sv650 and am debating between rs660 or something like r7… or if I should get a 4cyl like cbr600rr… it’s for street use, but gooning around… any recommendations? Been riding my whole life and have had this sv for 5 years for reference

[@r56mini]

I cannot wait for a R7 review.

[@hpud1876]

R6 is faster bike on the rack, but Rs660 is more comfortable daily bike

[@liljfunk21]

But the R6 looks like a hot stripper 🤪

[@PetroHead]

@@liljfunk21 With a short mini skirt and heels 😳

[@pchzl]

After good tune of suspension the rs660 is getting similar times on the track as track R6 ;)

[@S.Alenze]

right on brother!! keep up the good content. this comparison is much needed

[@jonathanjaime9336]

Awesome video!!! Love the comparison information

[@TrickRacing]

R6 is the best looking bike made period. All it does is win win win races. There is no competition

[@cv7900]

lol ok

[@TJRSIM]

Perfect. I was looking for a dedicated track bike and this is the comparison I was wanting. There is a R6 down the street new I can buy or the RS660. One nice thing about the R6 is there is every type of aftermarket goodies for it already like race bodywork, rearsets, exhaust etc. I did see MotoD just email a lot of RS660 stuff, but not sure if track fairing is out yet. Thanks for the video!

[@PetroHead]

You’re welcome.. an R6 is a no brainer for a dedicated track bike and would be my #1 choice (Yamaha reliability and performance)

[@StormAutoAdventures]

Great video, and I really enjoyed the review, but... Maybe you did it off camera, but I didn't see you get on the RS660 at all really, other then a couple of low rpm, light acceleration pulls. Then you get on the R6 and go WOT multiple times and say how much faster it feels lol. I know the R6 is faster, but the RS660 still runs a very respectable 11.2 @ 124 mph in the 1/4 mile & goes from 0-60 mph in the very low 3's. Like I said, maybe you did more pulls with the RS660 off camera? I still gave your video a like because it was excellent! 👍

[@PetroHead]

Thank you. Check out the RS660 playlists.

[@drewmorg.]

RS660 for 99% of you comparing these bikes. R6 is so uncomfortable you guys have no idea.

[@noahprestel5324]

Thats a thing you have to accept when your riding an r6. The seating position of the r6 is perfect in twisties tho

[@drewmorg.]

@@noahprestel5324 Yeah but you need to bring a second set of butt cheeks in order to ride to and from the twisties.. this is truly a track day only bike. I had one!

[@alexismyname3421]

How does the Aprilia compare to your street triple rs?

[@PetroHead]

It doesn't.

[@Blottski]

Love videos like this since for forever I had my heart set on upgrading to a proper sportbike, but now with the arrival of the RS 660 I think am going that way. The thing is, the RS 660 IMO is the beginning of a new segment of motorbikes. One that caters to the crowd that wants a sportbike experience, but done more practically AND without the lame duck type styling of bikes like the Ninja 650 or CBR 650R for example!

[@PetroHead]

You’re spot on. Buy one and enjoy it 👍

[@ChannelTrooper]

Also it depends how your country sees sports bikes vs sport tourers Where I live R6 is seen a "dangerous" bike vs the RS660 so insurance, licensing etc. is a huge difference. I went with the RS660 also because of that I mean its probably why a lot of bike compagnies are ditching real sports 600s :/

[@PetroHead]

The R6 is just as dangerous as any other bike. The types of riders who buy an R6 vs Aprilia is where the danger lies. The R6 has always been a risky blue collar type squid bike and I’m sure you know what kind of riders those are. They are also extremely valuable in resale market so they get stolen a lot. This is the main reason for the insurance / cost increase. Otherwise.. amazing bike.. R6 all day!

[@yarnevandenbrouck9227]

Maybe a bit late but I bought an rs660 a couple weeks ago and I feel no discomfort after 5h of riding

[@PetroHead]

Bro you’re also like 19.. let’s talk when you’re past the age of 30-35 about riding 5 hours at a time hunched over on a sport bike lol

[@motosupreme5392]

The Aprilia RS660 Tuono would be better for Commute and longer distance riding but I like the Yamaha R6 👍

[@ajzman8123]

Most awaited video!!!!!!

[@ivanramos70]

The only think holds me to the the rs660 is the valve job is at 12,000 miles & who knows how much will be compare the r6 22,000 miles like 300-500 $$ What do u think !!!!

[@PetroHead]

Most EU bikes are 12-15k miles.. up to you.

[@beetleything1864]

Easy to do.

[@vladcernat5202]

Am facut verificarea valvelor la 20000km la un tuono 660 si a costat 100 euro

[@joemangune]

Whats good yo?! The aprilia RS660 is an all around bike with super sport look. The Yamaha R6 Track bike focused. 🍻

[@justincaron827]

I went to the dealership wanting an R6 and after a day of thinking I left with the RS660 and let me say I’m not regretting it whatsoever. My brother and I got our bikes the same weekend, he got a triumph 765 Moto 2. His bike has the R6 “riding style” he is more hunched over and sitting lower but when we are going through canyons he isn’t pulling away from me. And on the freeway at 150mph we are both cruising. If we race from a dig going straight of course he wins but who cares.

[@rideronfire5017]

Is that Carbon rims on the rs 660? It looked like it

[@alex_rsix]

It is, that ain't stock though

[@Merkutu]

Haha fun kicks in when he got on the R6 😆

[@philamguambomb]

At 10:40 and his 1st few words did it for me. R6 ftw😎

[@gertjanweststrate7267]

Great video. That is useful information I love the looks of RS660. Although the R6 is beautiful as well. Stay safe, and looking forward to the next video. Grtz your 🇳🇱 fan.

[@namir1782]

had an aprilia shiver 900 and tbh those bikes really dont need much electronics , they only make their price higher and repairs a pain in the ass, coming from a 2018 shiver 900 where a spare screen and main wiring harness costs more than the bike . id go for the r6 also more reliable

[@TheVik97]

I had an FZ07 and switched to R6 after riding it. The smoothness, precision and handling of R6 is phenomenal. FZ07 is still an amazing bike that I take for a ride from time to time, but it's lacking in terms of handling. RS660 looks like a perfect middle between those 2. You still get a fun engine thats made for the city and commuting, but you also get the electronics and handling of a sportbike. 650 class didnt really make sense for me as naked 7s do almost everything just a little better and the trade off for the wind is barely noticeable

[@petedetraglia4776]

The FZ-07 sucks. Brakes and suspension are weak. I rode the FZ-07 and the FZ-09 at the dealers and bought the FZ-09 in a heart beat...My next bike is a Aprilia Tuono 1100...Aprilia makes amazing bike all the way around.. They put the best of everything in one package and their V4 motors are crazy good...

[@g-wild_vlogging6504]

what mods did you put on the r6 to basically double its horsepower?

[@PetroHead]

Double? 😂 let’s say it went from 105rwhp to 114.. too many to list here but check out the playlist and enjoy watching.

[@g-wild_vlogging6504]

@@PetroHead sorry i meant torque! lol

[@glenmcintire3106]

@@g-wild_vlogging6504 R6 makes about 52ftp stock, he said high 50's. Again that's a reasonable gain with a simple slip on pipe and a ecu flash/tune.

[@Dabman007]

Rs is like a wife r6 is the one everyone wants to play with

[@darksoul4721]

Can it compete in the twins cup

[@PetroHead]

It is a twin so not sure why not.

[@jesus2400]

Nice video I want to own both now.

[@PetroHead]

I’m such a terrible influence lol

[@prtmez]

My youtube must have glitched out because theres no way anyone would say the r6 is more track oriented than the rs660 and then compare it to a sv650?

[@PetroHead]

It’s currently in the twins class of AMA but it’s only regional / domestic meanwhile the R6 was the ‘it bike’ for the last 20 years before the liter bikes took over is all I am saying.

[@jinlekan4312]

Would you recommend this as a first bike after taking MSF course?

[@PetroHead]

No.

[@Nick.964]

Get a ninja 400

[@mardtupa5716]

Helo petrohead, may i know how much engine litre needed for rs660?

[@PetroHead]

660cc / 2 cylinder.

[@mardtupa5716]

@@PetroHead no no, i mean the engine oil. sory2. cbr 650r used 2.9L if not mistaken. n for aprilia rs660 i cant find anywhere about those info

[@PetroHead]

@@mardtupa5716 not sure

[@johnf517]

I am 6’4 with 34 inch inseam... which will be better?

[@PetroHead]

Your choices are plenty..

[@johnf517]

@@PetroHead do you think the Aprilia is good for tall guys?

[@PetroHead]

@@johnf517 it’s a small bike go sit on one..

[@johnf517]

@@PetroHead thanks... none near where I live... strictly Kawasaki and Yamaha... one dealer in city with Ducati but no Aprilia near by...

[@Fee.1]

I’d love to see a rs660/tuono 660 vs street triple comparison

[@PetroHead]

Lol here you go kzbin.info/www/bejne/pJO7lYmaepeYgbs

[@Fee.1]

@@PetroHead thanks, I could really get used to this. Can you get me a MV Agusta Brutale 800 vs Street Triple by tomorrow morning? Much appreciated :D

[@glenmcintire3106]

I love squidding around the street with a track bike. I do it every chance I get. 2020 ZX6R for the win boys. 🏆 🏍🚀

[@sourabhhirau6958]

That aprilia looks so pretty. So beautiful.

[@mauriziozanni4161]

The R6 is not being imported anymore, anywhere. Poor sales, power only if you rev it to the moon. Same for torque. It was great 10-15 years ago, nowadays it doesn't make much sense anymore. On a twisty road, a RS660 would eat any R6 alive.

[@rudedog3529]

Would depend on who is riding what.

[@PetroHead]

You do have a point (to a degree).. Back when the R6 was hot.. men were hairy chested risk takers.. now most men 30 and under live in mom/dads basement and hardly do anything exciting except hang out on Reddit forums. Motorcycling in general has gone down hill. Thus, the RS 660 is there to keep the flame of sportbikes still lit for enthusiasts in a pretty manageable and non-threatening package. PS: $200 ECU flash + exhaust and the R6 will gain 10-15HP and from 1-16k rpm zero loss in power.. ask me how I know 😉

[@rudedog3529]

@@PetroHead RE: ECU / Pipe :MT 10 picked up 6 mph on top end and would have more if it was geared taller and not already a bit past redline. Not sure about hp, but must be significant.

[@PPMGunslinger]

@@rudedog3529 this is wrong, you have to compare the twos with the same rider

[@slick4415]

But it’s pretty

[@matthewmendens9750]

Unfortunately the R6 doesn’t make more torque than the rs660

[@josephkluck9526]

Plus the RS 660 has a buttery smooth torque delivery

[@itsmeericb]

Yup,660 makes more torque and has better low to mid range. R6 is gutless below 10,000 rpm. 660 is cheaper new than most used R6 with them not being made anymore. 660 has a slew of electronics for the price.

[@cv7900]

agree, comparing a modded R6 to a stock rs660 makes no sense. stock to stock the rs660 produces more torque. furthermore for anyone wanting to take a bike to the track and wants electronics as a safety net, the R6 is not the bike to get. But the mystique of saying you own a bike that is no longer being produced has its merit but unfortunately also says a lot about Yamaha's belief in the future of the model.

[@coreythomas5679]

All I heard was, do you want a race bike (r6) or half a race bike (rs660) 🤔

[@unkindguy88]

You really understand why people ask these questions and try to answer it realistically which is what the common people like. I asked another youtuber about what he thinks comparing the RS660 to ZX6r, or street triple R because they are almost on the same price range. He answered that you cannot compare because its different engine and different kind of bike, he even proceeded to imply that if that is your thinking then its like comparing it also to a gs750. He did not try to understand the question WHY people are asking these questions. I felt insulted when he said gs750, i mean come on of course that is a TOTALLY different bike. What a douchebag hahaha, I unsubbed from his channel and told him people asked these questions because they can only afford 1 bike!

[@PetroHead]

Sorry to hear that bro! As a regular guy, I make videos for other regular guys (and girls). Thats what separates me from others. So after three videos, whats your decision? 🤘

[@unkindguy88]

@@PetroHead I will get the Aprilia RS 660 hehehe not right now though got to wait for a better deal and how its reliability will go but then again temptation is strong, aprilia dealership is just 40mins away from me hahahaha!

[@chillpengeru]

I'm comparing the same exact bikes so it's definitely not you. They're different takes on a similar idea, definitely comparable.

[@unkindguy88]

@@chillpengeru right? thank god petrohead is here, he understands common people like me hehehe. Price is really a big factor on decision making.

[@NinjaKid1985]

@@chillpengeru Where is the similarity? Sportstourer vs Supersport vs Nakedbike. I2 vs I4 vs tripple. Electronic package vs Pure track oriented vs Comfy still speedy. Three completely different concepts. There is very little similarity. You have to know for yourself what you want. Which sound and engine characteristics you like more. If you need a comfy ride or if the looks are more important or if it has to be made for lap times. The guy that told him about the gs750 was right... 🤣🤭😏 ...it's far of I know but people won't understand otherwise!

[@nikolasball3990]

intro music?

[@arunjohnson162]

Can you please do a R6 vs CBR 650r

[@PetroHead]

If I can get my hands on one, sure.

[@petedetraglia4776]

@@PetroHead Honda makes great bikes but the don't understand what the word horsepower means. Honda's last forever though. So if ya buy one you can ride it for the rest of your life LOL...

[@ΒασίλειοςΔιονύσιος]

Short review for the Aprilia 👀

[@PetroHead]

There are three videos on the channel. Watch them all.

[@magenem21]

Such a great review! Thanks 😊

[@xinyuxue868]

The mid weight sport bike world is changing dramatically. Manufacturers realize 200hp on the street is unnecessary.

[@Migratelikeaduck]

Unfortunately, the product does not chose the competition. The market decides if the aprilia is seen as competitor to the R6 the Aprillia will struggle. If the Aprillia is seen as a competitor to the CBR650R and the soon to come RC490 (the beginner to intermediate level of rider) the Aprillia could do very well. Truthfully, Aprillia should have made a 400-500cc bike to make sure it does not compete with the racing bikes

[@PetroHead]

That’s why I said in my initial review that it’s a confusing bike for that market.. I think Aprilia made this for the twins cup series.

[@AlphaEngineer2022]

I want an r6 so bad but I know after an hour of riding my back will be broken and my wrists will be tucked😂🥲

[@PetroHead]

Nah... You'll get used to it. But if you're not in a good shape, maybe buying this can be an excuse to work out and eat healthy. 👍

[@AlphaEngineer2022]

@@PetroHead that’s a very good point although I’m only 25, I’m pretty lanky and skinny, the roads are just so rubish where I live I’m not sure if it would make an enjoyable riding experience, other thing is the r6 cost over double in just insurance compared to something like an mt07. However I’ve wanted one for a while and even if I don’t keep it long term I feel it’s a bike i need to buy just to get it out my system😂👍

[@PetroHead]

@@AlphaEngineer2022 Sometimes, getting it out of our system is all we need. The bike is so pretty, even if you wake up and look at it once or twice a day will give you good feelings. Go for it!

[@DailyDrivenBikes_1]

I like the inline 4s and to me the rs660 has about as much hp as a lower level sportbike from 10-15 years ago. I prefer a more raw bike experience you just feel more connected to the bike.

[@Hydra11-11]

You said kawasaki 636 or zx6r. Bruh there the same bike._.

[@GotPoopWeScoop]

Yes and no. Not all zx6rs are 636, but all 636 are zx6rs

[@ZERODOSI]

Provare un'Aprilia nel traffico e sul dritto è come andare a vedere una partita di football (americano) con una benda sugli occhi.

[@512460]

Why does that 660 have carbon wheels? Surely aftermarket

[@PetroHead]

Walmart had a sale and the owner replaced them with carbon

[@denisrichard3080]

If I have more money, I will be buying both of the motorcycle but if I have to chose just only one of them, then I will go to rs 660

[@blaineprecourt7835]

This bike should be compared to the Yamaha FZ6R, better comparison performance wise

[@kataloganz]

Why did you say european and not italian?

[@PetroHead]

Italy is in EU

[@kataloganz]

@@PetroHead then the r6 is asian and not japanese

[@PetroHead]

Oh boy..

[@kataloganz]

@@PetroHead:)))))

[@SurenMOF1]

To be honest there is competiton to R6 it looks better and fast

[@matejribic9090]

RS 660 should be compared to BMW F900R, same price, similar tech and 2 cilinder engine.

[@PetroHead]

not the same price.. 900cc vs 660cc.. and not a sport bike.

[@petedetraglia4776]

Yamaha makes great bikes. I ride a 2017 FZ-09 CP3 triple that I bought new. Its a great bike. But if I had to pick between the R6 and the Aprilia 660 which I would definitely buy the Tuono its night and day. Aprilia all the way as it is more refined than the R6 could ever be....

[@donellclemons2195]

Rs660 or cbr650r...thats the real question

[@mitsospouliezos6289]

THERE IS NOTHING BETTER THAN A FIVE CYL . IN A ROW ---- BUT WAIT A MINUTE -- THERE IS NOTHING BETTER THAN A SIX CYL. IN A ROW -- BUT WAIT A MINUTE -- THERE IS NOTHING BETTER THAN THIS THAT YOU REALLY NEED !!!!! WHAT YOU NEED ?????? ONE CYL. FOR OFF ROAD -- AND TWO CYL ON THE ROAD . THIS IS A GOLDEN ROULE -- THE OTHERS ARE FOR SELLING REASONS -- GROW UP AT LAST MY FRIEND .

[@PetroHead]

I have no idea what you’re talking about lol

[@mitsospouliezos6289]

@@PetroHead TRY !!!!! THE MEANING IS SO SIMPLE -- YOU DONT NEED MORE THAN TWO CYLINDERS !!! COME ON WAKE UP ----

[@mickeystanic4750]

No offence guy but here are few pointers. Nobody expects a 2 cylinder 660cc engine to be more powefull than the 4 cylinder 600cc. No 600cc stock engine ever produced torque in the high forties, never mind high fifties, especially no R6 . The less powerful Aprilia would have more tourque across the rpm range at the expence of smaller rev range due to the bigger pistons by 120%. Cheers.

[@PetroHead]

Since you're only speculating, let me give you some pointers as well. My R6 produces 114 rwhp and 46tq... this is dyno specs. That would make it 135hp / 50+ tq at the crank. RS660 tq kicks in around 7K RPM. I had it over the weekend for about 120 miles doing a performance test for the channel.

[@mickeystanic4750]

@@PetroHead No "speculating" here, I've been riding 21 years , went trough many bikes and most important i understand how those things work- and you clearly don"t. You speculated that R6 has torque in high fifties(?!?!) 135 HP on an R6 is laughable and that"s where you not understanding things comes into play. Just the fact that you were comparing power and speed of those two bikes is a joke. Even as it is, Aprilia will feel much better up to 10K rev range where most of riders are at anyways on the road.. Only squid face go down the street reving 15K. Cheers.

[@PetroHead]

​@@mickeystanic4750 Since you love to argue and flex your age and wisdom.. go to my channel > community > look at dyno sheet I just uploaded. Proof is in the pudding. And read the description for the video.. I put that for people like you who love to argue. This video is NOT a competition of whats good/bad, etc..

[@86250r]

@@mickeystanic4750 you sound like a boomer who rides 45 mph in a 55 on a cruiser. Chill

[@lucasma3723]

Mm Torrey pines beach

[@tp8150]

Aprilia "European"? I thought it was italian since, fortunately, we don't live in a federal European State.

[@PetroHead]

So if Italy is not in EU, then what region of the world would you consider it?

[@tp8150]

@@PetroHead Italy Is in the Eu but the EU is an International organization, not a State. People from US often have problems to understand it, and the EU system is very complicated. However the motorbike is proudly Italian. Saying that it is "European" does not mean anything. Italy has a long story and tradition of great sports bikes.

[@TheMeridian808]

in-line 4, blah...

[@PetroHead]

That's like criticizing a Mustang for having an V8 engine.. 😁

[@TheMeridian808]

@@PetroHead I don't fuckin' care!

[@TheMeridian808]

I apologize for being an ass...., didn't really mean it that way...

[@_pant0m]

kleb?

[@tonykartracer8032]

Wait for the Yamaha R7 to come out, skip the Aprilia RS 660...... unless you like being stranded on the side of the road.

[@byronlor974]

👌

[@billygatos3484]

the only problem with Aprilia is the service. They dont respect warranty and you have to wait weeks and weeks for your bike to get fixed. Buyer beware. I had to sell mine out of desperation.

[@PetroHead]

Ouch 😓

[@chevchelios7342]

u cant compare these bikes if one is better than another.. u should have done a review for both bikes..comparing is pointless...they r different class bikes... R6 is a supersport bike...its not realy bike for commuting cause its power is at high rpm...but ill pick the R6 any day any time anywhere...just do a review next time...

[@PetroHead]

Beginning of the video I mention to watch the full review of the RS 660... Let me guess... you like to skip around.

[@chevchelios7342]

@@PetroHead no... i saw that.. im just saying u dont compare bike from different class..

[@PetroHead]

@@chevchelios7342 Read the description. I have done a review of both bikes. Go check them out.

[@chevchelios7342]

@@PetroHead ok.. so why compare? no point..

[@TomaszSkwarek83]

@@chevchelios7342 yes there is a point , we all know these are different bikes , doesn't mean you can't compare them it's not HD vs R1 situation... There's plenty of reasons to compare them, a lot of people are into it and if you're so offended by this video , go to your safe space and watch something else ....🙄🙄🙄

[@yanzi1957]

You sound like @effspot lol

[@PetroHead]

He’s my Asian brother from another baby-daddy / or mama.. I forget haha 😆 Damn Bro.. you just reminded me to watch his latest videos.. he disappeared in Dec then the YT algos didn’t show him on my feeds since then..

[@fenrirOZ]

Ur r6 looked sik

[@marvenscantave4023]

This guy sounds so Biased

[@PetroHead]

How? Explain

[@JohnxMannx]

@@PetroHead You rode the RS660 in traffic at low revs/low speed and once you got on the R6 it was a clearer road and you were revving it/riding it harder. You should have done the same with the RS660.

[@PetroHead]

Still doesn’t explain my bias. But anyway.. watch the full independent review or the plethora of other RS660 videos on the channel.. you’ll see it wasn’t my first time on the bike and what I said in my video is through my extensive time on the bike.

[@TheMeridian808]

Damn, that Yamaha is ugly...