I FINALLY GOT A NEW PERSONAL MOTORCYCLE! Aprilia Tuareg 660

[@rezangyal]

Finally embracing the adv dad lifestyle

[@jonpeters5194]

this was predicted a few years ago. how long before the R9 is purchased?

[@kentalanlee]

One day, you're a newbie squidlet, and before you know it, you're a wizened Yammie Dad, thinking about which bike to get for squidlets of your own. Brings a tear to my eye...

[@ChapoRR]

I might get one too

[@paradoxworkshop4659]

Addvee Noob.

[@spmccane]

Not mentioning the problematic camshafts … what would you consider an advantage of the Aprilia over KTM adventure 790s ? Thx

[@House_of_Zodd]

Officially the first episode of Adventurenoob

[@bradmonbarren1387]

Episode 1: How I prepped for the Baja 1000.

[@robo1000]

Holy crap, aprilia just wow a ton of good will with this one. Talk about a move “here yammie, have one on us.”

[@SkintSNIPER262]

Their reliability track record says otherwise

[@francescoporcari8597]

​@@SkintSNIPER262 do you know any major problem with this bike?

[@McTwistedTwisties]

it's the only one given away or sold in the US in the past 6 months probably 😂 poor Aprilia

[@philljames6802]

I've owned the 24 Tuareg for last 6 months. Best bike purchase so far. Ridden it from Greece to Sweden and Back. Through Swiss and Italian alps... Amazing for touring and in the twisties for an ADV bike. And a great daily commuter. The induction sounds sums up the ride expeirence. SMiles all day....Enjoy Yammie

[@danielmoralesjr6470]

Only problem can’t carry a passenger

[@westerncivilization]

WOW

[@bronzechnl]

Hi, any heat issues coming from the right side to legs?

[@RoryBlanckenberg]

The brakes are supposed to be slow to bite on a bike for the dirt. it saves you washing the front when you panic.

[@docdeneve]

Already changing the bike into something else! For sure papayam, this bike will outride you and 95% of us as stock, including the brakes, but you got to make it how you like, that's part of the thrill. Love the bike and the review, enjoy!! p.s - Way to thumb your nose at the breakin period ;0)

[@silverdale3207]

Finally someone who gets it.

[@monsterboomer8051]

This is the best Tuareg 660 color scheme. Looks great.

[@francescoporcari8597]

Isn't call dakar podium?

[@Tonyclifton-q4f]

2005 i bought a workmates motorcycle as he was getting married and desperately needed money to pay for the wedding ,i handed over $2500 for a 1998 Honda XR600 less than 4000 kilometres /2480 miles i have ridden this motorcycle across Australia twice and in between since 2005 ,i have clocked the odometer ,rebuilt top end and its still going PERFECT ,i am getting older and one of my mates suggested this Aprillia as the XR is a kicker only and my leg aint getting younger ,new subscriber glad to be here

[@WyomingFamilyAdventures]

We have some videos showing backcountry capabilities of the Tuareg (and lack of capability of the riders) on our channel. I'm sure it would perform even better at the lower elevations in Australia.

[@Frankstervic]

So you finally seen the light and the "whys" of ADV! :) Very nice ride, congrats!

[@2482jamie]

I really love my Tuareg. It really does it all. Great street bike and really fun off road. Even if I had more money this would Still be the bike I would have. Can’t wait for the Tuareg content. Also the factory Tuareg racer for the bike keeps winning events on it. Jacopo cerutti definitely deserves a shout out

[@stephanh.6610]

I tried this bike a few weeks ago, what a surprise, it was a discovery, great drive, good pick up, comfortable, great suspension, great package for the price, probably my next one. I might trade my Guzzi v7 Stornello for that one, more off road capabilities. Enjoy it Sir, you’ll have fun for sure!

[@roncarcamo5785]

I own the same Aprilia and I have been absolutely stoked about the overall performance. - I have had 4 Aprilia’s with no engine problems whatsoever - fuel capacity is awesome -compared to the the T7 - the features and performance are way more on the Tuareg - yes I spent 10 hours riding the T7 - I participated in the 300 mile off road California Sheet Iron Rally last May (500 participates showed up) and the bike performed outstanding right off the dealer floor (w/tire upgrade). 90% participants had enduro bikes and the Tuareg hung in there with 289 lbs bikes Tons of value and fun factor. yes I am a big fan boy but yet I had to pay for my bike

[@cjdaking]

These are really fun bikes. A little down on power for long highway stretches, but it’s surprisingly nimble and loves the dirt. Soft panniers and a hard top box is the trick for long hauls. Felt like a big, comfy dirt bike with road manners.

[@gcSpec13]

I just got this bike used with 3300 miles in Michigan and rode it back to Florida 1400 miles...all good

[@DeepakBisht1977]

It's Happening Guys, He's Turning To The ADV Side..... Happy For You Man 🥰🥰🥰

[@AdvBrewery]

Damn papiyam, welcome to club Tuareg. I love mine. First owner, 5500 miles (exhaust, air filter, safety stuff, quick shifter) man do I love it. Congrats also, that's some discipline to be running a cycle channel and not buy a personal bike for 5 years, I'm glad Piaggo stepped up and hooked you up, you deserve all the best homie. 👊

[@alexmoreno8156]

There’s a reason why the adv category is the fastest growing class of bikes. Welcome to the dark side Yam! I love my Tuareg.

[@nikko8650]

Yammie noob BDR run? I would love to see a film like that, a sports rider does a BDR

[@pepcooper]

I guess we're switching from "Papa YAM" to "Papino"... Not going for the T7 was an unexpected move lol. You'll be soooo happy on an adv bike, congrats!

[@Wintersdark]

I'm unsurprised. T7 is a great, great bike, but the Taureg offers all the modern toys the T7 lacks, and a bit more power.

[@cg469]

Hey Yam, please don’t do hard case, on top of unnecessary weight it’s a quick ticket to twist your sub frame in a crash, go with soft bags, they are larger for lighter weight and function as a big crash pads too

[@leoveroude4492]

Agreed! Hard cases would be the last step to being an ADV dad bike.😅

[@badshoes]

Kreiga all the way

[@DrNioky]

You know you can own both, right? Use the soft ones off-road, hard ones on road...

[@cg469]

@@DrNiokypolitely disagree, extra set of hard case worth at least 6month plus diaper fund, the extra weight equals to fork slider+engine cage+radiator guard combined, the rigid case hitting hard asphalt will definitely bend and twist the sub frame way more likely then on loose surface, and the extra drag cruising 80mph on highway is just awful. I have those for my Tiger, they do nothing for me other than looks in certain way, not even my preferred look

[@DrNioky]

@@cg469 Why would you crash on hard asphalt lmao maybe take riding lessons before buying a tiger

[@erickmontero6222]

Great choice with the best color scheme. I reduced my multi bike stable to just the Tuareg. It’s truly a do it all bike.

[@dygon7663]

I got one of these a couple months ago as my first bike! It's brilliant!

[@edduadv]

Once you start adv/touring, you will never stop. Welcome to the world of adventure riding. I have a 790 advR, I agree the toureg is an awesome pick

[@markchalloner5883]

I'd get one of these over my T7, but my closest Yamaha dealer is 3 mes away, and the closest Aprilia dealer is 300 miles away! Nice bike. Go ride some BDRs!

[@robertthole9320]

Same.

[@Ntmoffi]

62 miles for Japanese machines and 100 miles away from me there's an Aprilia dealer. 3 miles away from a dealer would be awesome.

[@James-nc2ed]

Great bike. I've put 15k hard miles on a 2022.

[@RobCampbell6]

welcome to your carlsberg years. one of us! one of us! congrats on the Tuareg. :D

I've loved the Tuareg 660 since it came out. And by this video, The sound is pure enjoyment. So cool that Aprilia put a proper exhaust on it.

[@DCweldingAndArt]

I love that your going through the same motorcycle perception revolation as me at the same time. Im going middle weight adv/touring as well. 😂it was inevitable man. Some things u realize make sense, only after you find out why they're necessary

[@markherrington4584]

I purchased my 2024 Dakar scheme in May of this year. I find myself smiling on the mtn twisties and forest service roads every time I ride it. My friend that owns a 901 Husqvarna rode it last week and was blown away. I added the taller windscreen, absolutely no wind buffeting, quick shifter and alt rider variable height suspension linkage. Will continue to follow your channel as I get it ready for the CO BDR next summer.

[@matt8530]

Aprilia has been doing some serious PR moves in recent years! Seems like the company is interested in some major growth. I bought a Tuono 660 Factory and it has really impressed me with its handling! Hopefully they don't follow suit with other companies and start making their bikes in India or China.

[@STAF0S805]

They are already in India. Thats where the RS457 is made.

[@mert-erenincedal7267]

I am so proud of you I really liked this bike. I currently have his grandpa at the moment. The Aprilia Pegaso 660

[@RegularNormalMF]

Man that's awesome, finally getting hooked up i been watching you for years and being that we are neighboring cities I always hope to run into you when i ride to Austin. 🙏 good for you brother!

[@RoellieV96]

Happy for you and hope you enjoy the present. Man I really love this bike. All the new 660 Aprilia's are so nice.

[@jeremynielsen4353]

Oh man I'm stoked for ya, been eyeballing these myself!!

[@AstronautAdventureRiders]

Welcome to the Tuareg family! Glad to have ya.

[@greyfisher3897]

The Tuareg family, really...what is that.....remnants of owning a Saturn.....weird...

[@madguitarist63]

If anyone calls a 660 Aprilia "stupid" I don't really care their motorcycle opinion. Can say many things about those bikes, but stupid is not one of them. Fantastic package from Aprilia and hope they gain more traction in the US

[@idodadodo7355]

Owned this bike for 1.5 years, was pretty funny hearing you pointing out that you weren’t feeling the wind because of the wind shield, as a 6’4 guy I am experiencing otherwise

[@adrientalmont6114]

Funny this video comes out today. I just picked up my own Tuareg 1 hour before this video came out :)

[@mala7794]

I own a tuono 660 factory and everytime i go on a ride and pass a gravel road. im always telling myself i shouldve also bought a tuareg

[@adambutler409]

Ha, I have the Tuono 660 Factory and a Tuareg. Love them both, but the Tuareg is definitely my favorite...

[@NeedleBender785]

Since I absolutely hate sport bikes, but like watching your channel once in a while, this is a welcome sight.

[@PipoBk]

Good for Piaggio group for treating you personally ! I'm on a A2 license, and my first bike is a Triumph Speed 400, but as soon as I get to the next level, I already have my sight on a RS 660 (completely different vibe ... I know). Reinforce my proxmity to the brand ! Enjoy your new bike

[@tiredbeast2367]

Ayw bro i am thinking to get a triumph speed 400 as my 2nd bike , like do you think i should go for it? And if any extra mods or smth if u would reccomend

[@PipoBk]

​@@tiredbeast2367 It is an amazing city bike - enough low down torque to get yourself out of any situations even if the first 2 gears are very short (so a lot of gear shifting). It looks great, sounds great, light as a feather, cheap to buy, but not to run (Triumph is Triumph after all ... argh). What do you want to know exactly, what would be the use you want from a 2nd bike ?

[@snowmanii]

Talking about your master cylinder reminded me Can you do a video on bleeding brakes/replacing brake lines/replacing master cylinders on motorcycles? Not many people have well done videos on these things and i like your videography. Thank Yams

[@roncarcamo5785]

In terms of squibs giving you shit about the Daddy Tuareg 660 just them the following : The 660 has five victories and eight podiums in eight Motorally races . Aprilia also made history by achieving the first-ever overall victory for a twin-cylinder motorcycle during the Rapino stage. In the FX class, dedicated to rally-raid motorcycles, Claudio Spanu lived up to expectations. In his debut year with the Tuareg 660, the Sardinian rider won both races in Olbia, securing the category title and demonstrating the exceptional versatility of the Italian machine.

[@Mericanu]

Congrats that’s a nice bike, my first street bike was Aprilia futura before I moved to USA, I would like to get another Aprilia again one day enjoy be safe and you deserve it 🥂👍🏼💪🏼

[@dano196568]

Congratulations, great price! Love my V85TT and now a newish Stelvio

[@agp7073]

Watched a few of your videos before but now I’m subscribed. I love the Tuareg and looking forward to seeing how you personalize it!

[@wildmanjeff42]

reminds me of the 1980s when I had a Suzuki SP250. Now, after 35 years without a bike, I got a 2023 Hayabusa. miss that old bike, wish I had one like it today

[@minecraftkocka1]

"kinda strange not feeling the wind on my face" Was like, yeah A sports rider got behind the windshield :D You will love it man ! Have a great journey with it!

[@Rennradu]

Huge congrats, papa Yäm 🎉🎉🎉 That exhaust sounds really good 😎 Wish ya many happy miles 😊👍

[@theciaweeb3078]

He has embraced the adv life once again

[@RadicalLinguisticDescriptivism]

Seems like a really cool bike and Aprilia hooking it up big time. I agree about middle weight ADV bikes being the best "all rounder" on the market. They do a bit of everything well enough while also not being the best at any one thing.... but it is 70 or 80% of what the best thing would be and it does all the other stuff at that level too. And you can choose different tire setups to do different types of rides. I see why the ADV space pulls a lot of riders in after they get over their "need" for an R1 or a Turbo Busa. It will be cool to see what you do with this thing.

[@phonemeunit1973]

Arguably the best all-around motorcycle there is at the moment. I'm thinking about getting one myself. I hardly ever see them coming in my shop for major issues. Seem to be pretty rock solid. Putting heated grips on these things are my only complaint. You have to take apart the whole front of the motorcycle. Also, getting certain parts can take a long time.

[@westerncivilization]

Aprilia made a very wise decision. Love my RS660.

[@westerncivilization]

8:07 Niiiiice

[@yveslaurier950]

One mod you can do which is very inexpensive is to get short front flasher stalks from an European supplier. The factory flasher stalks are too long. If you happen to drop the bike and the handlebar is turned (as it sometime happens while off roading, the stalks do break and you end up with a dangling flasher light. I also added a spring loaded chain tensioner on mine to make sure the chain doesn't come off the rear sprocket on rough trails.

[@stephenlepore4476]

congrats broski. well deserved. love your content, love the bike.

[@utkarshkaushik617]

Man yammie is getting matured from being a hoonigan on crotch rockets to an adv owner he's come a long way

[@leoveroude4492]

This is awesome Yam!!! A wicked bike! You deserve it! YAAAAY!!

[@baklcdcvdfv3434r4]

Got the new transalp and tuareg ... Tuareg is the king engine chassis feel fun factor all is superior... Best bike everr

[@WyomingFamilyAdventures]

You say you don't need more range and won't be riding remote areas, but once you turn to the adventure side, there's no going back. Before you know it, you'll be seeking out BDR tracks, or worse you'll be seeking tracks like us that few people know about.

[@FaetalEU]

Called this many years ago on one of your videos 😛 way before you even got the sled 😂 so glad you finally see the light 😛 welcome to the joy ride lifestyle 😍 back then i was told by someone (100% some American dude...) that REAL MEN ride sport bikes 😂 i could tell 2 things from that comment. He was American and had more horse power than brain cells 😛😂😂😂 hope to see your tuareg a lot more 😍😁🔥

[@brianvosburgh]

Look at you learning why ADV bikes are great. My 890 R is the perfect one bike. The Aprilla strikes me as a similar steed.

[@ambrechambers7094]

Next the touring seat, hard panniers and top box for complete dad mode!

[@itzikca]

Congrats on the new free bike ❤ you deserve it

[@sirius_solaris]

HE'S BECOMING AN APRILIA NERD, LES GOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!! APRILIA ON TOP!!!!

[@vivir_en_ruedas]

Congratulations🎉

[@3GingerCats]

You may have to take it on an ADVENTURE... I know Matts Off Road Recovery is going to have the offroad games soon, you should be a part of that and ride there, have a go at 4 wheel driving some crazy machines, play with the bike in the middle of Sand Hollow & Moab Utah, and ride Home again staying off the highways!

[@pacopetepnw3434]

Welcome to the ADV Dad world.🎉 I f'n love my f800GSA for doing everything.

[@84gssteve]

I feel ya on all fronts. I currently have 9 bikes and while I don't have any desire to sell or part with any of them, my middleweight ADV is the one I ride the most. Its jack-of-all-trades boringness is why I hop on it the most. I'll commute or short trip my sportbikes and cruiser, but anything over 100 miles I usually grab the TDM850.

[@eflanagan1921]

lucky smart you !

[@HarshitPahuja]

Superb choice, I also got aprilia rs660 last month and I love my choice… Aprilias are amazing… no doubt…they are super fun.. what else do you need from a bike…

[@tom66-o7m]

Concerning reliability, mine has 14,000 miles, lots of offroad, I haven't encountered any major problems apart from the fork oil seals changed twice.

[@danielemazzaro92]

I have a Tuareg 660 with a stage 3 from GabroRacing purchased on ApriliaSpecialPart. It becomes a fantastic bike! I also took off the Pirelli STR and put on a Scorpion Trail 3, it becomes a Motard. Aprilia is fantastic.

[@traviscarter9300]

I remebr the days of you bashing in the adv rides. You finally get it.. good choice.

[@AaronClark-xr3rs]

lol!! Hearing you come to grips with your dadness.. so good!

[@brucerossonthetube]

I swapped out a very disappointing Desert-X for one of these, and it feels better in every way, with the exception of low-end torque. It also hasn't left me stranded, which is a big step up too.

[@roberthoulihan5467]

Congrats on the new bike! Sounds great

[@survivingthefray]

Congrats to you Sir…All your hard work paid off.

[@billysharp2242]

I have a '22 KLR that's been modded pretty good and it's plenty of fun for around the tombstone valley.. doesn't matter what your on, ride free 🦅🦅🦅

[@grimcast3113]

Hell yeah buddy. Enjoy your bike.

[@MotoGosu]

Congrats yams! Hope to see you at the creek some day again

[@joshmahurin9166]

ALWAYS NICE WATCHING YAM OUT THE OFFICE

[@KeViNMCMXXCIX]

Gratz on the bike!

[@sidbishnu2251]

Congrats on the new bike!!! :)

[@joshmahurin9166]

So excited for yam

[@Wintersdark]

I feel this in my soul. Loved my Tenere, but it lacked those modern toys that I really like now. I need my cruise control. The Taureg brings that same fun but with a bit more zip and the modern kit. Personally I went with a Scrambler 1200xe, but same logic really. Midsize adv is so flexible and comfortable and even if you're not on dirt the bigger front and ground clearance makes town hooliganism super fun.

[@mrbase111]

welcome to the club, you wont regret it!❤

[@hva8x57]

Lower windscreen, that's right thinking. You are going dad mode, not grandpa mode. Top box is also for grandpa. Soft saddlebags are for cowboy's like you and me. Do it.

[@PatrikMT07]

Yammie didn't just become dad. He became ADV dad.

[@moto_guy34]

I’ve been financially on the fence from getting this bike. I love this bike hopefully soon

[@StirCrazyB]

Love the idea hate the look of adv bikes. Looks like a lot of fun though.Enjoy Yammie!

[@repetitivemotion]

I bought an adv 4 years ago (suzook VStrom 1000) for the street cause I was tired of getting my spine crushed on my cruiser. I ride it on pavement and gravel roads. I love the long travel suspension. For dirt and single track I have my DR400S. Still have the cruiser but use it only when club riding with slow riders.

[@rwsickness838]

Yam, you may not want an exhaust due to how great the bike sounds. But you will want to ditch the headers and cat. The bike will roast your right leg. I owned a Tuareg and that was one of my first mods! Enjoy your new ride, it’s a good one!

[@ijaxon6675]

It's like I'm watching Yammie mature over time.

[@MichaelByrnes-sl6hu]

Love it , Welcome to ADV world

[@closedcasketcustoms]

Great choice man. A very overlooked bike for some reason. With the way KTM is going, I just look right past them now. This is what I'm looking at getting next too. I rode one last month and after debating on this or the Tenere 700, I felt like the 660 was just the better of the 2 for my intentions. So, selling off some of my herd and picking one up this winter. Looking forward to more of your thoughts on it and what mods you have in store for it.

[@bluefrog8670]

Beautiful bike. Middleweight ADVs are simply the correct choice.

[@AdvBrewery]

Center stand is nice. Yam, I think a top case is where it's at. Tusk (cheap but great) smaller side bags are perfect unless you're really wanting to pack a lot of stuff. It's light and cheap. Quick shifter is a must. Wow it makes the bike fun. Crash bars skid plate combo. Tail racks available, I don't remember what I got it, I know it's not hepco, it was fairly cheap. Givi monokey top case (with pillion pad). Great two up (bike is more comfy than my Africa Twin wife agrees).

[@christianburger25]

Congrats good sir! Very cool bike!!

[@WildHorseMotoTX]

Welcome to the light brother!

[@dymone4894]

Someone fell in love with the Aprilia line.

[@jnano2071]

I got a Transalp and fell in love with offroad, I ride trails hard and love my bike but I think the Tuareg would’ve been a better fit for me

[@EZBlast]

Loving the MT09, Bay area twisties are a thing, get another set of wheels and tires for track days. Enjoy!Get it tuned anyways - cooler running, a few more rpms, and smoothness.