Your Next Adventure Bike? 2022 Aprilia Tuareg 660 Review

[@LongWayHome]

What were your expectations from the Aprilia Tuareg 660?

[@plt4415]

Well my expectations were not this high not from Tuareg but you(as a strong follower of your channel even). Very very well review, I enjoyed every seconds, technically, of it. Also please feel free to make more jokes on Americans, I like it D)))

[@VARider1]

To perform as well as the T700. And after 6 days on the WYBDR it better it!

[@KMeyn]

Pretty much on par with your conclusion. Which actually also was my conclusion, after having tested it, though much less comprehensive than you have. Time being the reason. But I had the same good feeling!

[@speedfinder1]

I've ordered one after riding it against the Tenere 700 World raid as a comparison. The wait is long but I'm hoping it will arrive in the next 3 weeks.

[@ridentandemprojectrideandd2078]

probably the lightest and the most rider friendly ADV bike i have tried, the RS 660 torque is present, this bike makes displacement a secondary factor in choosing a bike

[@speedfinder1]

Tried one, loved it, ordered it. It arrived two days ago and it is EVERYTHING I could have asked for in a mid weight adv bike. Simply Awesome.

[@BigRockMoto]

Great review. I love this bike. Hmmmm.... and they are in stock unlike the T7

[@LongWayHome]

If I could get my hands on a DesertX…. :)

[@Kimsand520]

I test rode one this summer and absolutely loved it! The intake sound when you give it some is really addicting! It also looks really good. Coming from a Ktm 1190 adv r and 790 adv r i found it to have just enough power, of course i wish it had 20 more hp, but in return it was so flickable and light feeling. The suspension was plush and really nice compared to the Ktm counterpart which are really stiff. Im used to heat so i did not notice it that well. The riding position for me at 178cm was great, not too much bend in the knees. Traction control and cruise control is a big win for me. For me, im going with the Aprilia or a Bmw R1200GS, time will tell. I also test rode the T7 and the Tuareg feels way peppier and quicker for me. Fit and finish was also in another leage on the Tuareg.

[@robertrscott]

So true! I test rode many of the same bikes you mentioned and decided on the Tuareg with no regrets. Your assessment of those bikes is dead on. Also I own an 18 beta 500rr-s and want to complete the stable with either an R1250GS or KTM 1290SAS, as you said time will tell.

[@emfl4437]

The more I learn about the Tuareg the more I am impressed. Thanks for the video

[@willyd-adv]

I went from a T7 to the Toureg. I don't like rider aided bikes but the Toureg has absolutely blown me away for just $1500 nzd more than the T7. Especially after the power delivery update and factory quick shifter was fitted. Only thing I added was a bash plate, Barkbusters, screen extension and lower pegs as I'm a 6"2 ex hard endro racer

[@nicolanaj]

Hi Willyd,i was wondering since i'm the same hight as you (and also ex hard enduro racer although only 35years ago.. :-)) I was wondering about the lower pegs. How do they work ? Where can i find them and how to choose them. Is the knee at a better angle that way ? Do they combine well with the gear lever ? Thank's

[@1couple4bikes]

Tried the T7 it felt far too top heavy and tall. Tried the Tuareg and even thought at 204Kg it's exactly the same weight as the T7 it was so much more accessible and easy not just to ride but get off the side stand or push around. We were both so impressed we ordered two and they are coming next week. Great review as always.

[@shassabo]

Completely agree! This is a much better bike for just a tiny bit more cash.

[@speedfinder1]

Absolutely agree with you on every point. I have found that fitting a tail rack has made mine 100% easier to push about in the garage or when parking as it give an excellent hand hold at the rear. Ride safe.

[@hagestad]

unfortunately its the same engine as in tuono and has the same gasket problems. It makes it absolutely not suitable as adv bike. Not to mention fueling cut off issues.

[@PaydayGabeBCNV]

@@hagestad ,, No other reviews have mentioned the two issues you complained about.. Can you please elaborate 🙏please? Hopefully Aprilia will address them if they become aware 😕.

[@slakk5093]

@@PaydayGabeBCNV some bikes have a gasket installed incorrectly at the factory, if you have the issue it is fixed under warranty. The ecu rev problem is fixed with a free ecu update

[@alphawolf2993]

I just want to say that I own a cb500x outfitted for long ADV rides. For something like 70% pavement 30% offroad it's fantastic. If youre on a budget you can get one for about $7,000 with very few miles on it, and realistically it will go 95% of the places the other bikes will, just a bit slower.

[@snupermoto723]

The rubber foot peg inserts are to reduce vibration while sitting (light pressure on pegs), then to compress when you stand so your boot rides on the teeth of the peg for grip when riding aggressively.

[@khakimzhanmiras]

The quality of this review is awesome!

[@MotoPassport]

Well done Aprilia! It’s a great time to be a motorcyclist so many great bikes for all your adventure needs.

[@gillesgenete9598]

Thank you for comprehensive review. I tested the Tuareg and agree with all your comments. Just surprised you didn't notice how hard was the gear pedal to change gears. I tested the T7 as well,and found the Tuareg to be a better bike, worth its price, which is 2000lower than 890/901for similar performance.

[@mart7404]

Great review and I agree with all of your likes and dislikes. I have one and totally love it. I originally was trying to get a T7 but in the US they are almost impossible to find these days. So when Aprilia came out with the Tuareg I jumped on it and am now super happy. Yes, it runs hot. Yes that mode button is so easy to accidentally switch to a mode you don't want. However, it is such a fun bike to ride on and off road. I hope that more aftermarket parts will start to appear. Aprilia really charges a lot for their accessories. The skid plate is the thickness of a Coke can. Why do manufacturers even put them on when they are worthless. The hand guards are also super flimsy and do little than stop a bit of air. But yes. Thank you Aprilia. I am in love. cheers Mate

[@scratastic1]

It kinda makes sense because these days ADV bikes are popular but many people only ride light off road (similar to the SUV cars) so why put on more expensive hand guards and a bash plate if most riders won't need those and get the starting price higher. This way the entrance point for beginners is great and everyone who goes more hardcore off road just gets the after market parts instead.

[@MichaelShaw206]

Great review. I've had mine for a few months and will take it off-road after I put on the crash bars. For me, the real test will be whether I can lift it when I crash on a hill (repeatedly - it's what I do). Having just sold my WR250R, I will need a trail bike to complement the Tuareg, but for roads and gravel, it's a comfortable ride. I was tempted by the Yamaha T7 but they are too hard to find, and tubeless tires are a necessity. Also, they carry their weight a bit high. Perhaps the newest version with larger fuel tanks will remedy that, but the lack of cruise control is a deal breaker - something I didn't know I loved until I bought the Tuareg. As an old man, it really helps.

[@andreibotezan3185]

Thanks for the review, helped me decide and went for the dealer demo bike since I got a good deal on it, the one from your video is now in my garrage :)

[@ChrisSauer-oe5ve]

😂 nice! How much?

[@UnicornMoto]

Nice work! One of the better to the point reviews I've watched. And as a new owner of a T660 - I agree. I only notice the heat down near my right foot though. I also find the tank to provide better wind protection than my Tiger 850 Sport did. Also really enjoy your sense of humor, made the video entertaining. Keep up the good work!.

[@itsallabouttheridekeepingi4449]

I agree with the Tubules tyres “ GOLD “ But in Australia we can get some pretty rocky county and riders have dinted rims and had to put in a tubeless set up . But not every rider goes that far in the outback .

[@livinagoodlife]

Have just ordered one of these. Fantastic review. Subbed. Can’t wait to get mine!

[@MegaZsele]

Cool video is very detailed. No one mentions the tubeless tyres.

[@andrewtreloar7389]

Enjoyed this video and thanks for sharing! It seems the Tuareg hits all the high notes and none of the low ones. I am seriously considering buying one of these after being very underwhelmed by the new Transalp! I think Aprilia looked long and hard at the middleweight adventure market and designed accordingly - a lot of thought has gone into the new Tuareg. I have yet to watch a bad review so well done Aprilia!

[@azharsalib7476]

Thanks for the wonderful review! No doubt Tuareg 660 is a wonderful motorcycle. But what about engine or radiator heat? It's a major issue with this motorcycle. How to reduce this heat, any solution?

[@KiwiMoto72]

Great bike, but a piss poor dealer network, which for those of us in the US is a deal breaker. I have a track modified RS660 which I love, but it’s a track bike. If I break down at the track, I just put it in my van and drive it home to the one dealer we have in Seattle. But if I break down with this, in the middle of nowhere I think I’ll be screwed. So I opted for a Africa Twin

[@stevehoward3981]

Very nice regular guy review. A friend of mine just bought one. The noise in the woods was probably squirrels. They make a tremendous amount of noise.

[@DadHominem]

Great review. They are wonderful bikes for their intended purpose. I own two of them; one for me and one for my wife. She has about 2,200 miles on hers and I have about 1,800 miles (both USA) on mine. About 1/3 the miles are on unpaved roads, including 2 sections of the Idaho BDR. I chose the Tuareg over the T7 (also a great bike) for precisely the features you outlined in the video. For long distance travel (a week +) on mostly paved roads, I'll still take my GSA (wife has a GS), but for the 3-5 day camping trips riding unpaved forest/logging roads, in the Western US States (where we live), the Tuareg is an excellent choice.

[@mambonumberfive2206]

So you have 4 bikes and 2 cars? 🤔🤣

[@DadHominem]

@@mambonumberfive2206 Yes. Until 5 months ago I had 6 bikes and two cars, but I sold two of the bikes.

[@Crashlewis1]

Love your setup!

[@BillReitz]

This was a very thorough, well put together review. It must be one of the longest I have seen from you. Dave did a great job of filming you on road & off, unless you use a VERY long selfie stick.

[@kevinnashskitchen3517]

Maybe in the future they can put some fins that direct out heat at lower speeds away from the shins. Might be a fix they can do next version..

[@precise1329]

Hey brother. Fantastic analysis. I have a Tuareg. And I can't argue with your assessments. The heat you are feeling on your legs is due to the Catalytic converter. There are options out there to put on a different exhaust and that completely eliminates that heat. (Not legal in all regions.) THAT SAID, I'm visiting Romania in a couple weeks. Are motorcycle rentals/tours available in Romania? I plan on being in Bucharest for a few days, then Brasov. But I have a couple days left. I'd like to see your country on two wheels if possible. Thx.

[@PaydayGabeBCNV]

Very nice review imho. Obviously the Italians are fantastic designers. I hope they resolve the reliability issues that have plagued several different brands. I've ridden the T7 on the road only. It was a nimble responsive machine, but it was also a group demo event. A very controlled ride 🤷‍♂️. I would love to test the Aprilia. Someday hopefully 🙏 .

[@pepsipeanuts521]

With the catalytic converter the engine runs hot off of recycling exhaust gasses it leaves you with a roasting right foot which might be appreciated in extreme sub arctic & full on arctic environments like Canada and Russia and Alaska & Maine & Minnesota & North & South Dakota & the upper peninsula of Michigan i think the bike needs that racing engine coolant called wetter than water it's similar to Machine Shop Coolant for For CNC & Lathe Coolant fluid and a doubled in Capacity Radiator would serve the Aprilia Tuareg 660 very well

[@Mottmcfly]

Thank you for such a well done review. I’m looking at this bike now and your commentary helps.

[@theodoreberbach9562]

I keep hearing people compare this bike to the T7 in regard to reliability and service etc. 1. Are you riding or own both the T7 and this one at the same time to make this comparison? 2. Can the common people even able to get their hands on a Yamaha T7 these days? With Yamaha delivering sub-par numbers of bike to us? 3. If yamaha is such a reliable beast, why do you care about dealership network and parts availability?

[@NoWay-xu1ie]

After putting a lot of miles on KLRs, this is the bike I wished Kawasaki would have updated the KLR to. Mainly dealer network. Thanks for the great review 😀👍

[@outthere79stefanobisanti31]

Very nice video mate! I really enjoy it and is a well done review of a bike! Good on you man, and Dave!

[@atvtinker01]

I've been waiting for you to review this one. This could be my next bike.

[@robsonenduro3316]

good review, but on my T7 the only thing I would take from Aprilia are tubeless tyres. Riding modes? LOL come on, what are we Starbucks riders? :)

[@SWTrailsAndWheels]

What you are hearing in the forest is the ghost of Dave and the wonderful humorous news segment that made this channel special.

[@Davfon23]

Excellent test review. Thank you. That Toureg is definitely something!

[@DadHominem]

19:37 - According to the Aprilia manual, the fuel tank capacity in the USA is 4.75 Gal (including reserve).

[@LongWayHome]

In their European brochure they state 21 litres with reserve. 5.5 gal.

[@MotoRiderTube]

21 Liters = 4.75 Imperial Gallons = 5.5 US Gallons

[@DadHominem]

@@MotoRiderTube In the USA owners manual, it states "18l capacity, 4.75 US Gal including reserve".

[@DadHominem]

@@LongWayHome The owners manual lists 18l in the model shipped to the USA, though I have no idea why the difference. Weird.

[@DadHominem]

@@MotoRiderTube Copied and pasted from the USA owners manual: Fuel tank capacity (including reserve) 18 l (3.95 UK gal; 4.75 US gal) Fuel tank reserve capacity 2.7 l (0.59 UK gal; 0.71 US gal) Unless they have a typo, and intended to write "excluding reserve". Odd.

[@Adventurous_noob]

Things change over time. Got my Tuareg back in Feb23 and it costed me 700€ less than a T7 )))

[@RiseRyder]

one of the best reviews i've seen.

[@rickvann3489]

It not Harleys fault for excessive heat, blame the damn tree huggers EPA etc. I just swapped pipes dyno tune programmer heat is gone. Hope this works for this bike

[@ChrisSauer-oe5ve]

I heard that from a lot of the Tuareg owners 👍

[@larrydoyle907]

totally agree about the tubed vs tubeless tyres & main reason I will change the T7 to this or depending on what the new transalp is or maybe the Moto Morini X-Cape

[@ciocanelwar]

I thought this was the perfect bike and wanted to order it, sadly the fake air vents and the single frame body made me change my mind, the heat issue is understandable with euro 5. I found out that they also had some issues with the engine (believe it's fixed with a new map), a leaking gasket and now one of the Tuareg riders I follow had a ballbearing failure on the rear wheel. Waiting to see what the issue was. I bet the next version of this bike is going to be amazing.

[@leonperdomo33]

Hi , what did you go for then? Which one is the real alternative to the Tuareg? I agree 100 with you about next versions. Hopefully some little issues solved as the heat or even the color options

[@SofaEaterLovesYou]

I like the older style of review video. You have a natural humor. This just feels like "x" motorcycle channel.

[@kevinnashskitchen3517]

Insurance will pay for bent frames.. Don't worry about subframe set ups if you have good full coverage insurance.

[@Avensur]

Excellent review. Aprilia went up a few notches than Japanese competitors and it is clever move in the middle adventure class. Super nice 👍

[@cathodion]

I like your presenting style! Subscribed!

[@AlexEllwein]

Still better to ride than Teneré because of the cruise control and electronics. Tuareg for the win!

[@zyonsdream]

I find it funny you said it has no fueling issues. This bike has a serious stutter at around 3500rpm when you’re just cruising. Aprilia has acknowledged they are working on a fix. I’ve got 6,000 miles on mine and I don’t know anyone else who has one that doesn’t have this issue somewhere between 3000 and 4000 rpm. As for the heat, I’m pretty sure it’s the cat and not the radiator. My bike pretty much stays at two bars on the temp gauge unless I’m in heavy traffic. I rarely even hear the fan come on. I also think the engine runs hotter because it has less than 3 quarts of oil in it. That’s not a lot to keep things cool inside the mill. I barely notice the heat but I’ve ridden a lot of Harleys so heat is relative. I changed my windscreen to a Puig screen but I’ve done multiple 10 hour days on the highway with this bike cruising at 80 to 85mph. I’m 240lbs and have hard panniers. This bike is exceptional on the highway. Zero issues with anything

[@williamrae9954]

Easy solved..an Arrow de-cat pipe,K+N and a flash...unleashed,and running cool

[@thepub245]

@@williamrae9954 yes but its not legal to remove the cat in most countries.

[@williamrae9954]

@@thepub245 Who cares, average Cop can't tell the difference between a standard pipe and an Arrows with the canister

[@luizz_k]

@@williamrae9954 he's probably Swedish lmao

[@muratmarat5953]

What is your fuel consumption?

[@kellyheath6293]

Great review… even with the rain and Linda Blair spinning around in the woods behind you.

[@andreasbusse3383]

In case you bend your rim offroad, you're at the point calling for your bike escort/service Truck or just leave it there and wish you had tubed tires. Beside that nice review as always.

[@chrishart8548]

Could you still fit a tube if you needed ? I know ktm off set the valve to make this impossible.

[@MotoRiderTube]

Considering I've had tens of punctures and zero bent rims, I take my chances with tubeless.

[@chrishart8548]

@@MotoRiderTube I'm with you there. Given the choice I would have tubeless.

[@plt4415]

Also when you fall in to a lake, you can take out tubes from the wheels and adjust their pressure and hold them tightly and then save yourself and even your bike too... Tubes save life!

[@zyonsdream]

This isn’t the first adv bike to go tubeless. Also, a hardcore adv rider would have a tube that could be fit.

[@MotoRiderTube]

Sounds like a great option, too bad they made it fugly. That's a hard pass for me.

[@cathgran3937]

Love my new 2023 Tuareg! 😊

[@suppersready4you]

Great review as always!Tubeless tires!!👍👍

[@marcochavanne]

As a fellow portly rider, what are your thoughts on suspension for enduro trails? Should I need to replace the shock and fork springs or is there enough adjustment in the stock setup?

[@otlndsh]

Love your vids and great job on this. I do have a question: are these legit air intake holes in the front on either side of the headlight or are they decorative only? Thanks!

[@ferccini]

Excellent video. Immediately subscribed!

[@toltod]

Very nice review. Right now its either Aprilia or Norden as my next ride. Cheers!

[@peterhobbs7609]

Great review, cracking machine, sounds amazing

[@davidmallia628]

Aprilia have a winner on their hands, and should run with it, and get their home run. Run, and take full advantage of this success.

[@steves6614]

Excellent review - thanks.

[@mabsbry1318]

Plus, tubes in a tyre can’t handle lengthy fast going, like on a road. They can explode….

[@kostasrestas]

what if we compare Tenere World Raid with Tuareg ?? what suspension is greater then ????

[@steveh545]

great review! but...took me 15 min to figure out the beep beep beep in the background when you talk wasn't a neighbor's car alarm. It's (i think) the background music sneaking in, or just the pulsating high end? Or maybe i'm nuts.

[@robertnagy4866]

Great very detailed review! Thank you!

[@WinifredMulvey]

Um…. You need to dial in much more rear spring preload…

[@drady8541]

Fuel capacity is 18 L not 21

[@LongWayHome]

With reserve it’s 21.

[@drady8541]

@@LongWayHome i think that the total fuel capacity is 18L, that include the reserve

[@RR-ky5qj]

Amazing video👍🙌🙌 thanks from 🇨🇭

[@VARider1]

I have a Tuareg 660 and love it for normal off-road riding (not single track nasty stuff). Just finished a 6 day ride of the WYBDR and it performed well. During the ride I broke the front tire bead from the wheel (running too low pressure) and cracked the front mud guard when I bottomed out on a large rut at 30 mph. All in all, it ran great for the ride and even performed better than the an expert rider in our group on a new Tenere 700 who had to skip Section 4 given how hard the was.

[@stevenarrivo4595]

What? There is no section of the WYBDR that is true expert level riding. I'm an intermediate, on a 790. Section 4 was a blast. Love the "the expert couldn't do the hard section but I did!" careful not to hurt your arm patting yourself on the back!! AHAHAHAHAHAHA

[@juanpordioss]

Great video. Thanks for delete some of my doubts.

[@weekendwarriorT7]

I've heard 'Dave done it right' .. so Dave is working with Aprilia ? Where I live the difference between T7 and the Tuareg is 5000 euro, so there is no question which one to buy..

[@LongWayHome]

Whaaaaat? Where is this?

[@weekendwarriorT7]

@@LongWayHome Israel, where we pay 100% tax for cars and motorcycles.. T7 will cost you 21,458€ and the Tuearg will cost you 26,205€ 😥. If I would tell you how much the insurance cost you'll $#it bricks... 😰

[@mickleblade]

Buy a bicycle?

[@weekendwarriorT7]

@@mickleblade Can't.. all the money gone to the motorcycle.. 🥲

[@Synth2000]

“They’ve done it right”

[@MrHugawa]

great review, just one question.... what is its weight?

[@LongWayHome]

204kg (450lbs)

[@LuigiM1971]

188 kg dry weight

[@Whatreally123]

I'm 5'7 and the T7 is just way too tall. The Tuareg at 840mm is much more manageable and the tubeless spoke wheels seal the deal.

[@richdiegle1008]

Is most of the heat generated on the right side by the catalytic converter? Would a cat delete and pipe wrap eliminate the heat issue? Cheers!

[@daveo9844]

Heat vents from radiator straight onto your legs (plus there is heat from the cat). Hot in the slow city traffic I’m afraid. Best to test ride one 🍻

[@leeflory1716]

I wish i could attach a 30 year old photo of my wife and i in the woods on our bmw f650 funduros. Those bikes where 100% aprilia!!!

[@flatcapcaferacer]

I'm curious if your format of reviews, touring adventures is working out better than your previous studio format? I do miss the old format a little.

[@LongWayHome]

:) no it’s not. Will start with the garage shows in october.

[@flatcapcaferacer]

@@LongWayHome You did a great review of this bike. You have a unique sense of humor that come through at a high level with those garage shows.

[@williamrae9954]

*8000 bears in Romania....guess who is watching you? 😂

[@paulbugden7708]

Great Review👍

[@paul.vanhout57]

A well conceived middleweight adventure bike burdened by inconsistent quality assurance and spotty access to dealers, at least in the USA. I gave serious consideration to this bike but just not confident enough in the brand to make a purchase.

[@nikos-giorgos]

Agreed, you have to be careful with these new brands, it's only been around for just 77 years...

[@paul.vanhout57]

@@nikos-giorgos - Hmm, 77 years in business but still struggling with consistent quality?

[@gordonshaw6231]

Great review

[@brucekendall52]

Good assessment,thanks.

[@blademanu7]

Great review cool 😎

[@fun2rideadventure]

12k miles valve adjustment job interval ???

[@stefangeernaert1970]

which would you choose T7 or the Aprillia ?🤔

[@ChrisSauer-oe5ve]

Go test ride them & let us know your thoughts 😂

[@rvalerio77]

Aprilia's natural habitat said no one ever. This guy never heard of Aprilia Pegaso 650!

[@WWADV]

Would you trade your GS for it?

[@BikeWail]

LWH should do a video with 44teeth 🤘🏽.

[@GarHarman]

Thank you 👍🏻 👍🏻 👍🏻

[@twowheelpilot]

What's this Tubeless tyre obsession? Tyre could is crap with tubeless. Most of the KTM guys are ording the 1.85 front and 2.50 rear off road KTM wheel set just to go back to tubes and have some proper gnarly rubber choice. I'm having to stuff tubes back in my own 1290 Super Adventure R just to get the right rubber.

[@milhousevh4445]

is this the big windshild or the small one?

[@JOA-S]

you remlnded me that l forgot to test thls blke whlLe on a demo day yesterday :)

[@Rocketboy-qg6ts]

Bears in the forest gonna eat you bro 🐻 🤣

[@OzTwanger]

This guy is great

[@Shori_-_83]

It does not have a 21L tank. It has a 18L tank.

[@robertoperfecto9041]

Beautiful forest1

[@keratubes]

I like my bikes too big but this is a cute one. :)

[@rideanddive]

My next adventure bike 🙂

[@Angry-Lynx]

The people who say tubed tires are better are enduro rider who never ride further than 5 minutes from home or are just insane masochists 😂 Tubeless is obviously and objectively better. Another option and i can see it a lot on the nets: diehard t7 fanboys who just defend their fav bike shortcomings. "muh simple bike better" 😂😂😂 How my 140kg fatass gonna fix tubeless when i rip hole in tire im on my rally from home to cafe?!111 😂

[@Angry-Lynx]

where u from

[@slakk5093]

Wait… you can’t park this in the sun? Well that rules it out for Australia 😂