Aprilia Tuareg 660: a summary of the model from various perspectives [VIDEO]

Aprilia Tuareg 660 it is a motorcycle characterized by a streamlined design, advanced technologies and a chassis that anticipates versatile dynamism. The specimen is described in a film proposed by Aprilia Official on Youtube.

Aesthetics

The appearance is the result of work carried out by the Piaggio Group's PADC (Piaggio Advanced Design Center) in Pasadena, California. An example that recalls adventure motorbikes with highly distinctive details when looking at the front area and sides.
The headlights are full LED with a distinctive light signature and perimeter DRLs at the front. Also highlighted is the concept of the double fairing acting as an aerodynamic appendage.
Instead of the traditional under-seat side panels, there are two panels that can be removed when assembling the set of motorcycle panniers, which appear as an accessory.
The bike is long 2.220 millimeters and wide 965 mm, the wheelbase then extends for 1.525 mm. The development of the contact area of ​​the legs with the tank is interesting, considering a capacity of 18 liters, be the curb weight data of 204 kg.
The saddle figure a 860 mm with a resized crotch arch and thus facilitating the support of the feet on the ground, according to the information. The triangulation of the vehicle facilitates an upright and relaxed posture, observing above all the high raised position of the conical aluminum handlebar, in addition to the compact shapes of the saddle and sides which facilitate movements. There are also removable rubber protections for the footpegs and the tip of the rear brake lever can be raised. For high rear wheel travel with access to the saddle, the area under the saddle has been hollowed out, in order to obtain a streamlined tail, furthermore a long portion of the saddle and two integrated grab handles are provided for the passenger.
The three color variants are: Acid Gold, Martian Red e Indigo Tagelmust which recalls the look of the 600 Tuareg Wind 1988.

Technique and technology

The motorcycle features a frame composed of a new structure in high-strength steel tubes and pressed plates with a steel seat post welded to the frame. A scheme that can support up to 210 kg of load, according to the indications. There are six anchoring points of the engine to the frame, compared to the three of the RS 660 and the two of the Tuono 660, so the heart appears as a stressed element.
There is a double-arm aluminum swingarm, pivoted into the frame and engine, with a shock absorber equipped with progressive leverage. The Kayaba suspensions are adjustable in hydraulics in rebound and compression, as well as in spring preload. The hike reaches i 240 mm, as reported.
The Brembo braking system includes a front pair of discs 300 mm and double piston calipers, while behind there is a single disc 260 mm with single piston floating caliper.
Also highlighted are the tubeless aluminum rims wearing 90/90 and 150/70 Pirelli Scorpion Rally STR tyres.
The model is equipped with digital instrumentation TFT coloured from 5 inches with twilight sensor and handlebar controls for managing traction control e cruise control or the selection between the four riding modes Urban, Explore, Offroad with ABS disabled on the rear brake and possibility of exclusion also on the front brake and the customizable Individual.
Among the interesting aspects is also an electronic accelerator Multimap Ride-by-Wire, a package of APRC electronic controls with specific calibrations for safety and performance and the aforementioned multimedia platform My Aprilia, which allows a smartphone to be connected to the vehicle, extending the functions of the instrumentation.

Thruster

The engine twin cylinder it is a 659 cc (660) forward-facing parallel type derived from the front bank of the 4 cc V1100 with Euro 5 approval.
Specific interventions concern the upper and lower parts, to increase torque at low speeds and ensure correct lubrication during off-road use.
The power reaches a peak of 80 horses at 9.250 rpm, so the torque peak is 70 Nm at 6.500 rpm. A lower speed than that of the RS 660 example (8.500 rpm). 75% of the same from 3.000 rpm, which rises to 85% upon reaching 4.500 rpm. Also noteworthy is the variant that can be reduced to 35 kW.
Also highlighted is a multi-plate clutch in oil bath with anti-hopping which, as indicated, has a mechanical servo system.

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