HIGHLIGHTS:
- Piaggio will bring Aprilia RS660 to India by the second quarter of 2021.
- The engine that powers the Aprilia RS660 is a 659cc liquid-cooled motor.
- Aprilia RS660 will reach the Indian shores via the CBU route.
Piaggio is all set to introduce the Aprilia RS660 in India by Q2 2021. The all-new Aprilia RS660 will reach the Indian shores via the CBU route.
Design-wise, Aprilia RS660 is truly a sports bike that resembles the Aprilia RSV4. Meanwhile, coming to the features, it gets a TFT-instrument display, twin LED headlamps along with DRLs that works flawlessly as an inbuilt indicator. Further, the bike manufacturer offers three color schemes on the RS660 including Acid Gold, Lava Red and Black Apex.
Built on a dual-beam frame, the all-new Aprilia RS660 comes equipped with a 41mm Kayaba Upside-Down fork at the front. Meanwhile, at the rear, the 660cc motorcycle gets a monoshock suspension unit that can be adjusted for both preload as well as rebound.
At the heart, Aprilia RS660 comes with a 659cc liquid-cooled motor. It churns out a maximum output of 100BHP @ 10,500 RPM along with a peak torque of 67Nm @ 8,500 RPM. Further, the top speed of the RS660 is electronically limited by traction control, cornering ABS, engine brake control, etc.
Multiple safety features will be offered on the upcoming Aprilia RS660, precisely – traction control, cornering ABS, wheelie control, etc. Further, the bike comes with five riding modes including Individual, Dynamic, Time Attack, Commute and Challenge.
In India, Aprilia RS660 does not have any direct rival. However, customers can book their Aprilia RS660 by visiting the nearest dealership.