Aprilia Tuono 660: the new naked equipped with a forward-facing twin-cylinder [PHOTO]

Shown the new one Aprilia tuono 660, the medium-displacement sports naked bike with a consistent thrust combined with conceptual lightness, as well as a package of electronic controls derived from Thunder V4, as reported.

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The new Aprilia tuono 660 it is recognizable by the bold style typical of every Tuono example and by the small dimensions which enhance its dynamism, considering an aerodynamic double fairing already noted on RS 660. Distinctive front lights in three type segments LED and enriched with daytime lights DRL, just as the one behind is equally characterizing. The new naked will be available in three color variants, starting from Concept Black, Iridium Grey and an unpublished one Acid Gold also associated with the new RS 660.

The aforementioned conceptual lightness rests on a frame and swingarm developed in die-cast aluminium. It is also equipped with suspension Kayaba manageable with dedicated set up. Also highlighted is a high handlebar which favors a different riding position and different chassis heights compared to the faired RS 660, also taking into account a different offset of the fork plate.

Moving on to the electronic overview, we highlight: an electronic accelerator Ride-by-wire and electronic controls APRC considering anti wheelie, cruise control, engine brake, selectable engine maps, ABS and multilevel traction control.

They have been set up for easy management of the electronic controls via color TFT instruments five Riding Modes of which three are dedicated to the road and two can be used on the track, selecting the option best suited to your attitude with the possibility of customization.

Motor

The engine appears as a load-bearing element, contributing to the same compactness and structural rigidity. This heart is a newly designed forward-facing twin-cylinder with limited weight, the result of previous experience on the most powerful Aprilia V4 unit, keeping in mind basic technical aspects and construction philosophy. A unit with combustion timing a 270° which conveys a distinctive character and a shorter final ratio compared to that of RS 660.

This engine, shared with the aforementioned RS 660, is linked to a functional weight / power ratio of the vehicle, evaluating 183 kg in running order to compare with 95 horses of power expressed, as indicated. A level relationship in the category. Furthermore, we also point out the availability of a version from 35 kW aimed at holders of A2 driving licence.

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