The Italian bike manufacturer has finally launched the 2021 Aprilia RS660 in the Philippines with a starting price of PHP 860,000. Interestingly, the company has already listed it on their Indian website and even bookings for the same has already started.
As mentioned at the time of unveiling, Piaggio will bring this upcoming bike to India via the CBU route. Also, the bike manufacturer is expected to price it somewhere around 12.5 Lakhs (ex-showroom, Delhi). Apart from the Philippines, the Aprilia RS660 is also available for sale globally and competes against the likes of Honda CBR650R, Yamaha YZF-R6, Ducati Supersport, etc. to name a few.
HIGHLIGHTS:
- Aprilia has finally launched the all-new RS660 sportbike in the Philippines.
- The company will launch it in India in the coming months with a 659cc twin-cylinder engine.
- The Italian brand will introduce the upcoming Aprilia RS660 in India as a CBU unit.
2021 Aprilia RS660
To begin with, RS660 takes inspiration from its elder sibling – the Aprilia RSV4. For now, it comes with a sculpted fuel tank, subtle wind visor, and a twin-LED headlamp setup at the front. Similarly, the rear end of the bike gets a sharp LED taillamp as well. Interestingly, Aprilia has introduced multiple colours including Acid Gold, Black Apex and Lava Red keeping in mind the young customers.
Based on the dual-beam aluminium frame, it will use a 41mm Kayaba USD fork upfront. Similarly, at the back, the middleweight sportbike comes equipped with a monoshock unit that is adjustable for preload as well as rebound.
Feature-wise, it gets a coloured TFT instrument console that helps the rider with tons of information. Also, several electronic aids to enhance rider’s safety are now a part of the standard equipment. To name a few, RS660 is available with traction control, cornering ABS, wheelie control, cruise control and engine brake control among others.
At the heart, Aprilia offers a 659cc twin-cylinder liquid-cooled engine that is extremely capable of producing 100HP @ 10,500 RPM and 67Nm of peak torque @ 8,500 RPM. However, there are multiple ride modes available to alter the overall performance of the bike. To be precise, the list includes Dynamic, Commute, Challenge, Time Attack and Individual that can be toggled via the instrument console.
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Alternatives
In India, Piaggio will introduce Aprilia RS660 as a CBU unit. Therefore, customers can expect a highly-priced product due to hefty import taxes. Globally, RS660 competes against Honda CBR650R and other similar middleweight sportbikes.
Honda CBR650R
In India, Honda has recently introduced the updated CBR650R with a starting price tag of Rs.8.88 Lakhs. For starters, it is available with a 649cc four-cylinder engine that produces 93HP @ 12000 RPM and 63Nm of peak torque @ 9500 RPM. Currently, there are two colour schemes available on the updated sportbike including Grand Prix Red and Matte Gunpowder Black Metallic.
Feature-wise, it is available with a fully digital instrument cluster, LED headlights and USB Type-C port among others.
Specifications
| 2021 Honda CBR650R | |
| Engine | 649cc four-cylinder liquid-cooled |
| Power | 93HP @ 12000 RPM |
| Torque | 63Nm @ 9500 RPM |
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