Hi Mark, as an owner of the acid gold version for the last six months I was keen to hear your opinion. It seems like your as impressed as I am. I absolutely love it and every trip out never fails to to do all the things a bike should do to our soul. I also took mine to a track day recently and it performed beautifully. Thanks for sharing your thoughts and btw I’m the same height as you and I’ve done rides for 3 or 4 hours and still feel fresh after it. Take care and Merry Xmas. 👍🏍🎄

@markpulling12

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks that sounds great Thanks for the feedback Love the sound these make Merry Xmas

I'm secretly dreaming of this bike (not that secret really). It's a fantastic looking bike, it's in a great spot size wise, and has enough power to hang with most bikes on the street at relatively sensible speeds. 💖💖👏🏼👏🏼

@markpulling12

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks roy I found it's amount of power to be just right for the road You can wind it open without ending up going too fast 😉

Beautiful bike, and one I’d happily put in the shed. Although the shed is fast becoming the size of a warehouse! Your reviews are a joy to watch Mark, all the best for Christmas hey.

@markpulling12

2 жыл бұрын

Many thanks peter

Great review as usual, Mark & you avoided the camera van at 12:32 too - well done! Happy New Year & I look forward to more great content in 2022.

@markpulling12

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Hugh ...lots of new bikes planned for next year :)

Good review , I like that bike Mark , looks great for day to day and Sunday morning ride outs

Great review Mark. Looks fantastic and sounds like an amazing motorbike.

@markpulling12

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Steven... Great bike :)

Pretty bike. Good review. Always appreciate the “take a look with me on it” segment👍Something most people 5’10” and taller don’t have to think about.

@markpulling12

2 жыл бұрын

Many thanks 😊

@neilmckenzie4692

2 жыл бұрын

Or 5'6" and shorter 🙄 f...ing old age 😬

Hi Mark loved the review Merry Christmas and Happy and Healthy 2022 Des

@markpulling12

2 жыл бұрын

Cheers des you too :)

Lovely bike Mark.... thanks for all the fantastic reviews this year, enjoyed all of them. Merry Christmas. Cheers.

@markpulling12

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Chris ...got lots of new bikes lined up next year !

@chrissydenham6668

2 жыл бұрын

@@markpulling12 brilliant!

Thanks for the review Mark❗ By the way "Merry Xmas"🎄 from 🇲🇾

@markpulling12

2 жыл бұрын

Same to you!

Great review. Can't wait to watch the R7 too!!!

@markpulling12

2 жыл бұрын

Can't wait for the R7 !!!!

Waiting so much for your every new review!! Thank you so much for what are you doing!

@markpulling12

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Michael my pleasure 😊

@capch85

2 жыл бұрын

@@markpulling12 Could you please review Yamaha Supere Tenete 1200 xtz, in your free time.

@markpulling12

2 жыл бұрын

@@capch85 I'll keep a look out for one Michael

@capch85

2 жыл бұрын

@@markpulling12 You have reviewed all of competers of it but not him, it is such a fabulous motorcycle...such a shame that yahama have stopped making them....

loved your review and was really interested in the RS, had the opportunity to sit on the RS in a showroom and whilst stretching for the handlebars I found the tank sticks into my chest and was quite uncomfortable, I am the same height and weight as you, my toes were just able to touch the floor, I am so use to my Z900 which has a sloped tank away from the rider.

Superb Mark, dabbling on bikes I will never want to touch, too sporty for me!

I was torn between this and the r7.. after watching both reviews I have gone with this! Great job mark

@markpulling12

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Tommy ...I would have done the same 😊

Not my kinda bike, but still looks good...Great review as always Mark...Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to You :-)

@markpulling12

2 жыл бұрын

Many thanks ...and you too !

Nice review Mark. It’s a lovely machine, bit pricey but you do get a lot of tech with it. Sounds amazing and it goes very well. Hope you have a great Christmas sir 👍🏻🎄

@markpulling12

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Dan you too I wonder if Santa will bring me one of these lol

@Dan_B_Rides

2 жыл бұрын

@@markpulling12 thank you, ha ha I am sure he could fit that in his sack 😂 I asked for a 2022 CB500F but not sure if il be that lucky ha ha

Hi Mark. Love the vid Love the bike. One gripe don't like integrated indicators you can't see them in bright sunlight,don't know if you ever noticed on some cars you can not see them in bright light. 👍

Super review mark aprilla rs 660 cc nice bike thanks for sharing mark merry Xmas stay safe well 👍

@markpulling12

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Andrew you too 😌

A nice review Mark. Thank you. Regardless of money, it does make a bit more sense to get one of these than it’s big brother, which not even Rossi himself could get the most out of it in road conditions and without breaking the bank. 👍😎🇦🇺

@markpulling12

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Marcus ....I've ridden many 150/200 hp bikes on the road,fun as they are , you're only just feathering the throttle all the time 50% max otherwise you'll get in serious trouble ...these bikes make more sense because you can wind them out more .... great fun Cheers mark

@neilmckenzie4692

2 жыл бұрын

Couldn't agree more Marcus road a 2017 big brother from Brisons in Newcastle (nsw) the other day same thoughts awesome power but where unless on the track. Want to try the new Tuono v4 1100 but no demos around.

Great review, Mark. Watched all your reviews on the Honda CB650R/CBR650R/Tuono & RS660. Being a bit late to bikes (Mid 30's), I have my DAS in September after cutting my teeth on my little 2021 Honda CB125R which has been great fun to ride. So bigger bike options were initially limited to the Honda's above as nothing in that CC/Power range really took my fancy. Plus, the inline 4 sound track and flexibility also played a part. But, now I've come across the RS660 which appears to have a similar riding position as the CBR650R looking at your vids, I.e. sporty, but not overly aggressive so remains comfortable over distance (which is one of the things I'm keen to strike a balance on), and just how good the RS sounds and looks, I think my heart is now set on the RS. Even more so as the tech and quickshifter is included as standard. Just means I need to save more money than I would need to in order to buy the Honda ☹.

@markpulling12

Жыл бұрын

Great choice Vaughan...try the tuono 660 too ....it's more comfortable:)

@vaughanoneill8

Жыл бұрын

@@markpulling12 Thanks Mark, I shall definitely test ride both. Especially as the Tuono looks like a similar riding position to what I'm used to at the moment being a naked. The RS does come with more Tech and the quickshifter though, which appeals to me from a safety aspect being new to bigger bikes. So when those features are added to the Tuono it makes it more expensive than the RS. Food for thought nevertheless. Cheers 👍

I bought mine with 3K miles on it. Engine, chassis and drive train all tight as a drum. Went for this as I wanted to get back in to biking after a very long break.....and I admit it was a massive midlife crisis and this bike delivers on every level. Love it!

@markpulling12

Жыл бұрын

Thanks James yes it's a masterpiece...that engine is amazing Cheers mark

this is outstanding bike , i love it 😘❤

Such a good review Mark I've bought that actual bike from Deardens 👍🏼Getting excited about picking it up. Keep up the brilliant reviews mate.

@markpulling12

2 жыл бұрын

Ah great news Steve ...will you mention my name to them as it earns me huge brownie points:) Cheers mark

@steveharwood5824

2 жыл бұрын

I will do Mark 👍🏼Take care and keep up the good work.

@markpulling12

2 жыл бұрын

@@steveharwood5824 thanks that rs 660 is awesome... great sound :)

@steveharwood5824

2 жыл бұрын

I've picked the bike up Mark and I mentioned your name to Julie Bentley who informed me that you've taken out the Tuono also 👍🏼 I'm well pleased with my bike. Keep up the good work mate 👊🏻🏍

Good review 👍. Really do fancy one of these or a tuono next!

@markpulling12

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Darryl ....yes these are brilliant bikes ...I've enjoyed them both :)

@darrylcliff5810

2 жыл бұрын

@@markpulling12 brilliant. Definitely loving your reviews 👌. Keep up the great work 👍

Gorgeous bike from every angle Mark! And that sound :) I admit I have a bit of a soft spot when it comes to Aprilia, I used to own a '99 (first series) RSV Mille in Black/grey/silver, from new, for 20 years. Never let me down, bomb-proof engine...that thing would cut corners like a razorblade. Still have fond memories of that bike. Anyway, this RS660 looks tasty as hell. If I were in the market for an (additional) bike, I would probably go for this one, in the same colors.

@markpulling12

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Rene ...it was superb to ride All the best mark

@braverabbit

2 жыл бұрын

"bomb-proof engine" How long have you had your bike?

@renevanderkraats224

2 жыл бұрын

@@braverabbit 20 years from new. Admittedly I'm not a high-milage rider, but it never let me down in all that time.

Great review!

@markpulling12

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Pete 😊

Mark, although sports bikes aren't my thing I do like the look of this one. Not sure about the different coloured wheels tbh but perhaps this adds character? Not a deal breaker by any means but do you know if the TFT incorporates SatNav or not? Great review as always. ATVB.

@markpulling12

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Gary ...yes I think it's called Aprilia mia app that gives sat nav through the tft

Another fantastic looking bike,maybe too much for my first bike,great review

@markpulling12

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Paul ...the cbr500r is a great first bike cheers mark

@paulconnell5966

Жыл бұрын

@@markpulling12 cheers mark,my instructor said I would loose interest in anything under 650 pretty fast.loved the cbr 650 review,so much choice 👍🏻

Nice to watch your reviews as always Mark. Not a bike I would really ever consider. Having said this the best all round 600cc sports bike to date has been and arguably still is the Triumph Daytona 675R. I nearly bought one several years ago. I see that Aprilia have now woken up to the need for a fuel gauge rather than just relying on a temperamental fuel light when fuel was low. The rear black and orange front wheels look ............ odd.

@markpulling12

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Alex . ...yes it's a great all-round sports bike . Great engine and sound :)

Lovely bike !

Hi Mark, Any chance you could start uploading videos in 4K? Your content is great - the only way it could be better for me is to enjoy the bikes in a higher resolution on a 4K tv :)

Loved the bike Mark when I test rode it looks awesome sounds awesome shame it's so flat in the mid range compared to my 890r.

@markpulling12

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Neil ...yes agree love riding the 890 r a few months ago :)

I love the look of sports bikes like this. But I feel like it may be a bit too much power for a beginner rider, so I haven't done much research in this category of bike. Looks like so much fun though! Would you recommend these kinds of bikes for new riders, or just as a 2nd+ bike? Looking to do some touring on the bike I get.

@markpulling12

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Harrison ...as a new rider it's always tricky ...if you are sensible with the power and build up slowly you'll be ok ...it's the sports riding position that can be tricky as a new rider the tuono 660 would be a better more upright option ...but you are way better off looking at a2 45 hp bikes as a beginner ...like Honda cb500 f ,mt03 ,z400 etc ...they are very exciting as a first bike then once you've gained your skills after a couple of years get something bigger Good luck mark

Great looking bike but I would prefer both wheels the same colour. The sporty position is not for me but enjoyed the review anyway. Thanks Mark.

@markpulling12

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks James:)

Merry Christmas Sir

@markpulling12

2 жыл бұрын

You too 😃

Beautiful bike!

@markpulling12

2 жыл бұрын

Yes definitely 😊

Stunning bike. I can't make my mind up about that red seat though. Everything else is pretty perfect!

@applecorp

2 жыл бұрын

The front red wheel bothers me a lot more.

@markpulling12

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks .... really enjoyed it :)

@dhowting

2 жыл бұрын

The seat looks great.....it's the black rear wheel that messes with the look. If I ever get the acid green one we can trade seats okay?! Why they would put two red wheels and a black seat on the green bothers me lol. It would have been easier for them to just have all red wheels and seats!

Would you swap your ZX6R for one? I like the toys, the looks and comfier bars, but a 100hp parallel twin doesn't really appeal. To me a sports bike should have an engine that revs and more top end power. You said a few times it's impressively fast, but does it compare to the ZX6R as it swings around towards 16k revs?

@markpulling12

2 жыл бұрын

Hi ...Ive sold the zx6 now ... comparing it to the zx636 on acceleration I'd say it's 80% as impressive ...the ninja was insane as it approaches 16 k but this has more drive at like 4/5/6 k Cheers mark

Seems like a really excellent bike. Not sure about the matt paint and the over-busy dash. The wheels make it look like it's had a smash and a cheap repair job. Apart from that, lovely!

@markpulling12

2 жыл бұрын

Many thanks Clive

Class!

@markpulling12

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Gary ...I want one Great sound 😊

May sound crazy but I’m cross shopping this with a mt09. There are pros and cons to both for me but I like how this bike has wind protection. I’m not sold if it’s exciting enough though

@markpulling12

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Paul yes it is a great fun amazing bike but I didn't find the mt09 to be overly windy ...think personally I'd go mt09 :)

Hi Mark i have a 2019 zx6r, and i know you also owned that bike, i would like your opinion on which you would enjoy owning more, the zx6r obviously has more power but as an overall package which would you choose?

@markpulling12

2 жыл бұрын

Hi ultimately the zx6r is a bit more fun with it's screaming 16 k engine but as a daily ride I'd go for the Aprilia because it's more comfortable not as extreme riding position ,the engine is still fun and delivers its power lower down so it's great for the road Cheers mark

Great review as always. How do you think it compared against the honda cbr 650r.

@markpulling12

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Simon ...riding position/ergonomics are similar...engine I'd prefer the Aprilia ...it makes a great noise and I like it's delivery.....but the Honda is cheaper and it's reliability can't be beaten ....head says Honda ...heart says Aprilia I'd go Aprilia !! Cheers mark

@SimonWarne

2 жыл бұрын

Cheers Mark

Its awesome but its big bike money! for LESS MONEY you can get a GSX-F 1000 with 150 BHP or a duke 890 or a striple 765 R or MT09 or a ducati scrambler 1100, there are a lot of ten grand bikes that are better value.. but this aprillia is more powerful and faster than most of that list.. Im so torn by this bike.. how do they get 100 BHP out of a 660..

@markpulling12

2 жыл бұрын

I thought that too ....it's very good power for a 660 twin Yes the suzuki s are very good vfm I guess with the Aprilia you get something very exclusive. Cheers mark

@srtspeedy4983

2 жыл бұрын

Most countries the Suzuki is about 1500-2000 more expensive and the 890 is at the same pricepoint. Most places its on a fair pricepoint considering the competition and what you get for the money. But yes the suzuki is well priced but its also dated with a engine that is over 15 years old and well outsprung by all the other naked 1000cc bikes.

Beautiful

@markpulling12

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Adrian

Nice review. I think this is a great bike. Looking forward to see what the inevitable RS660 Factory is like next year.

@markpulling12

2 жыл бұрын

Me too and the tuono 660 factory :)

@IamTechNerd

2 жыл бұрын

Please god almighty, give us the factory version

Nice colour. A bit like a KTM. I'm sure it's a great bike, but I don't like sports bikes. I'd probably like the naked version. Good review, Mark.

@markpulling12

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks nik ....yes I enjoyed the tuono 660 .. ktm 390 review soon !

@user-sw2lv3zp6o

2 жыл бұрын

@@markpulling12 I will definitely look forward to that. 9I was on mine this afternoon.

Forgot to ask, how smooth of a ride is it? Does it give a “off the ground” or levitating kind of feeling while riding it? I hear the s1000rr is smooth and i know the r7 is smooth also. I think smoothness is based off of aerodynamics, not entirely sure though.

@markpulling12

2 жыл бұрын

Hi it's not knife in butter smooth like say an inline 4 feeling.. you can definitely tell it's a twin but it doesn't have annoying vibes ,just a great engine 😊

With compression ratio of 13.5:1 RS 660 would consume the most expensive fuel one can find. Also it can cause an issue with reliability.

nice sounding motor ;;;

@markpulling12

2 жыл бұрын

It's addictive when you wind it open :)

How about an update on your 636 Mark? Just wondered how you were getting on with it whether you are thinking of changing?

@markpulling12

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Rob ...I sold it six months ago ....I've got a more comfy tracer 9 gt now cheers mark

@robg9379

2 жыл бұрын

@@markpulling12 Hi Mark, have I missed the video on that??? What do you think of the GT? Happy New Year.

I’d consider this as much a sport bike as a Honda cbr500r. It’s a sports tourer dressed up and playing the part. That panel under the pillion seat pad is meant for a top box so this is definitely a good daily option

@markpulling12

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the comment Cheers mark

@Blottski

2 жыл бұрын

As someone who owns a CBR500R, this is not even in the same league. I see the RS 660 as a NEW category altogether. It's 80-85% of the way to a supersport, without bars that are too upright and too lame of an upright seating position like my 500 or a Ninja 650 as an example!

@Otterplus

2 жыл бұрын

@@Blottski my first bike was a 2016 500R and I agree with your assessment. I settled on the 500 as many use that model as their step up or step down forever ride. The Aprilia 660 is a great engine with tons more power making them a more fulfilling choice. If I cared to deal with fairings again I’d consider the RS660 myself but I fear there isn’t enough of a bump from my current SV to make it worth the trouble

@Blottski

2 жыл бұрын

@@Otterplus appreciate your reply back. Can you tell the RS 660 is the bike I've (mostly) decided to upgrade to? It's between this bike or saving the cash and getting a used 13+ ZX6R or newer GSXR750. Whatever I get I will be using for the odd long distance trip.

@Otterplus

2 жыл бұрын

@@Blottski out of those options your back will thank you for choosing the “softer” of the three. The GSXR models are known as the most comfortable super sport but they can’t provide the legal speed fun the parallel 660 could.

All the liveries on these should have had red front and rear wheels and red seats. The black rear wheels look dumb as does the black seat and two red wheels on the acid green ones along with the tank cowl, all should be red, no black ones on the acid green bike. If I ever get one, it will be the acid green colour and I'm changing the seat and tank cowl around the ignition key to the red ones

Beautiful high performance machine. I would love one but here in the states, a spotty dealer network holds back most of the European manufacturers. The nearest Aprilia dealer is four hours away, same for Moto Guzzi. BMW and Triumph? Slightly better. Only two and a half hours.

@markpulling12

2 жыл бұрын

Ah that's a shame about the lack of dealers . Wonder why 🤔

Very good looking bike and enough power for me, however reliability is the only reason I may get a Japanese bike instead.

The Italian's no how to build performance bikes,and make them look stunning.

@markpulling12

2 жыл бұрын

Definitely James .. quite a looker :)

@c.g.c2067

2 жыл бұрын

Can't wait to see how the new twin cam Moto Guzzi engine performes

+mark pulling Which would you buy zx6r or rs660?

@markpulling12

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Aaron the rs 660 is very good but the zx636 has alot more performance and ultimately would be more reliable I think :) Cheers mark

I own one down sized from a fireblade SP, what I like is you can use 95% of it on the road and it's fun as you say. The blade you could only use 30% boring. Did you try the individual mode alot quicker than dynamic.

@markpulling12

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks lee ....yes I agree you can use most of its power which is nice . I did try individual but not much full throttle as I thought dynamic would have been the quickest ....but thanks for letting us know :)

I hope you all have good luck with your RS660. Many who own this bike have had lots of issues regarding the engine and electronics. My friend is having a terrible time with his bike, engine lights, stalling, not starting, dealing with the dealership and now excessive vibration ..... His is now looking for a lemon law lawyer. Terrible that Aprilia would release a bike with so many issues, never see a Japanese bike released with the issues I've seen with my friend and heard in the Twins cup races.

Just wondering. Why dont you ( or anyone else) compere this to the Honda CBR650R?

@markpulling12

2 жыл бұрын

Hi terje the cbr650 is brilliant ,I've reviewed it,cheaper than this too ,it compares very well ,. I just compared this to another couple of twin cylinder bikes that came to mind whereas the cbr650 is an inline 4 cylinder Best regards mark

@tevidar

2 жыл бұрын

@@markpulling12 It makes sense to compere it to other twins. By the way, i really enjoyed this and the Honda CBR650R rewiev. Merry Christmas

@markpulling12

2 жыл бұрын

@@tevidar you too terje :)

With the gauges - all I see is 'expensive when (and it will) go wrong'....

Unfortunately this bike wouldn't work for me...riding position,weight on the wrists etc but it looks and sounds good and seems to go really well. Not 100 percent sure about the different coloured wheels though...maybe 1 colour or the other....Nice to have the cruise as well.

@markpulling12

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Alan yes I'd have to go for the tuono 660 because I like the more upright position these days There is a tuono 660 factory coming next year :)

@paulvanhout9695

2 жыл бұрын

@@markpulling12 - Or a Triumph Street Triple RS? Not as sophisticated tech-wise but a fabulous triple motor and incredible handling.

Great looking bike but unfortunately in Australia they are priced at $21000. Puts them at the same price as the Ducati 950 Supersport S, Suzuki GSXR-1000, and more expensive than the Kawasaki Ninja 1000sx. Sales disaster in AU from what is being reported online.

@markpulling12

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Richard

@jonobnz7597

2 жыл бұрын

Same in New Zealand. $21,000. Too expensive. Can get a 2nd hand low km 2018/19 tuono factory for that price.

If only their dealer network wasn’t so microscopic in the states ☹️

Is it better than your zx6r 636?

@markpulling12

Жыл бұрын

Hi I don't have the 636 anymore but the aprilia is more comfortable and great performance but the ninja is quite a bit quicker 😀 and ultimately more fun at the top end Best wishes mark

Mine has burned 2 quarts of oil in its first 600 miles.

I don’t know if i can wait another year for a factory version…

@markpulling12

2 жыл бұрын

The factory tuono 660 should be good too :)

@IamTechNerd

2 жыл бұрын

No doubt. I just prefer sport stuff.

Why didn't they paint the rear wheel red?......LOL.....Sal : )

@markpulling12

2 жыл бұрын

Haha .. I wondered that too

Wow! I think you liked that bike?

@uksurfer2505

2 жыл бұрын

I like it but could never afford one.

congrats, u drove it like car and called it fast, imagine if u rev´d it properly

I'd rather have a used (2015+) Aprilia RSV4 RF . Same price...same good looks...same weight - - double the horsepower.

@markpulling12

2 жыл бұрын

Good point 👍

crap bike