Aprilia Tuareg 660 launched in India at ₹19 lakh
Italian motorcycle manufacturer Aprilia has officially launched the much-awaited Tuareg 660 in India. The adventure bike is priced between ₹18.85 lakh and ₹19.16 lakh (ex-showroom). It has stylish looks, a long list of riding aids, and a powerful 659cc engine. Alongside this launch, Aprilia has also revised the costs for its flagship model, the RSV4 Factory, and the 660 twins.
It features a powerful 659cc engine
The Tuareg 660 is fueled by a liquid-cooled, 659cc, 270-crank parallel-twin engine, similar to the RS and Tuono 660 models. This powertrain delivers an impressive performance of 80hp at 9,250rpm and a torque of 70Nm at 6,500rpm. Despite being a twin-cylinder ADV motorcycle, it weighs just 204kg due to its compact design and an efficient fuel tank capacity of 18 liters.
Tuareg 660 is designed for off-road terrains
The Tuareg 660 is built on a tubular steel frame that utilizes the engine as a stressed member, similar to Aprilia's other 660 models. The suspension system includes inverted front forks and a rear mono-shock unit, both fully adjustable and supplied by KYB. With an impressive wheel travel of up to 240mm at both ends, the bike is engineered to handle off-road terrains with ease.
It is equipped with an advanced braking mechanism
The braking system of the Tuareg 660, includes twin 300mm disc brakes with axial Brembo calipers, and a single rear disc of 260mm paired with a single-piston caliper. The motorcycle also features wire-spoked wheels of sizes 21/18-inch and tubeless Pirelli Scorpion Rally STR tires sized at 90/90-21 (front) and 150/70-R18 (rear), enhancing its off-road capabilities.
Tuareg 660 offers several electronic rider aids
Aprilia's latest offering, the Tuareg 660, comes equipped with a host of electronic rider aids. These comprise multiple levels of traction control, engine braking, cruise control, four riding modes (two preset and two customizable), and switchable dual-channel ABS. The motorcycle can be purchased in India via the Completely Built-Up (CBU) route in three color variants. These include Atreides Black and Canyon Sand priced at ₹18.85 lakh, and Dakar Podium livery at ₹19.16 lakh.
