The new Tuareg 660 has evolved following its victory in the Africa Eco Race
Aprilia has generously applied the experience that supported its two consecutive victories in the Africa Eco Race to the new “New Tuareg 660,” which will begin accepting orders from authorized dealers nationwide from August 30, 2025 (shipments will begin sequentially from September). The foundation of this bike is the competition model, forged in the tough competition scene, and it clearly takes on the challenge of being a mid-class adventure bike, inheriting its high-rigidity frame and powerful 660cc twin engine. It offers unparalleled performance, combining smooth riding performance on-road with outstanding off-road capability.
Compliance with exhaust gas regulations and improved power performance
To comply with the EURO 5+ regulations, the 2025 model has an increased throttle body diameter from 48mm to 52mm, improving intake efficiency. Furthermore, a newly developed generator reduces inertia, sharpening acceleration performance. As a result, the engine delivers a more linear and responsive feel while achieving figures of 80HP/9250rpm and 70Nm/6500rpm.
Achieving both design innovation and off-road performance
While retaining the iconic horizontal triple headlamp design, the lower lip and protrusions around the headlamp have been trimmed away to create a smoother design. The front view gives a dynamic and streamlined impression, and the Hailstorm White coloring, contrasted with the red frame, accentuates the aggressiveness.
The riding equipment has also been thoroughly designed with outdoor riding capabilities in mind, with a KYB inverted fork (fully adjustable φ43mm, travel 240mm) and a progressive link and mono shock at the rear to ensure the same travel. The brakes are also Brembo discs at the front and rear, and the wheels are aluminum rim spokes with tubeless tires, achieving both lightness and durability. Dry weight is 187kg, with the entire vehicle weighing 204kg. With a fuel tank capacity of 18 liters, it boasts sufficient specifications for long-distance touring.
Further customization with equipment and accessories
Standard equipment includes LED headlamps with DRL, LED turn signals, a 5-inch TFT color meter, handguards, and an aluminum skid plate, and in terms of electronic control, the APRC™ system is fully equipped with engine map, engine brake, dual-channel ABS (with rear lift control), traction control, 4 riding modes, and cruise control (ACC).
Options include parts exclusive to the Tuareg Rally (not available in Japan). A rich range of accessories are also available, including heavy-duty spoke wheels, large skid plates, three-stage adjustable heated comfort seats, smartphone-linked Aprilia Mia multimedia operation, and even a touring screen, aluminum side pannier cases, LED fog lights, and protection bars. The ability to select configurations in detail according to the user’s usage and purpose allows for a wide range of customization, from touring to full-scale off-road riding.
Overall, the New Tuareg 660 has been trained in competitions and has evolved into a mid-sized adventure bike that is well-balanced in terms of engine, suspension, electronic control, design and equipment, while complying with the latest exhaust gas regulations. Its combination of high off-road capability and on-road performance, plus its expandability that allows it to be customized with a wide range of options, will surely bring new appeal to adventure-minded riders.
Main specifications
Engine type: 4-stroke, water-cooled in-line twin-cylinder, DOHC, 4-valve
; Displacement: 659 cc;
Bore x Stroke: 81 mm x 63.93 mm;
Maximum power: 80 HP (58.8 kW) at 9,250 rpm;
Maximum torque: 70 Nm at 6,500 rpm
; Fuel supply system: Electronic fuel injection system, Φ52 mm twin throttle body / Ride-by-wire;
Transmission: 6-speed (AQS: Aprilia Quick Shift available as an option)
; Clutch: Wet multi-plate clutch with mechanical slipper system
; Frame: Tubular steel frame and aluminum engine connection plate;
Suspension (F): KYB telescopic inverted fork, Φ43 mm, fully adjustable, wheel travel 240 mm
; Suspension (R): KYB monoshock with progressive link, fully adjustable, wheel travel 240 mm
; Brakes (F): Φ300 mm twin disc / Brembo Different diameter 2-piston floating caliper
Brake (R): Φ260 mm disc / Brembo single piston floating caliper
Wheel: Drop center type aluminum rim spoke wheel / Front: 2.15″X21″ / Rear: 4.25″X18″
Tire: Tubeless / Front: 90/90-21 / Rear: 150/70 R 18
Size: Overall length: 2,220 mm, Overall width: 965 mm, Seat height: 860 mm
Wheelbase: 1,525 mm
Vehicle weight: 204 kg (Dry weight: 187 kg)
Fuel tank capacity: 18 liters
Country of production: Italy
Main equipment LED headlamps with DRL, LED turn signals, 5-inch TFT color meter, handguards, aluminum skid plate
APRC system: Engine map (AEM), Engine brake (AEB), Dual channel ABS (3 map with rear wheel lift suppression function), Traction control (ATC), 4 Lighting mode, Cruise control (ACC)
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