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Aprilia Tuareg 660 Rally

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Make Model

Aprilia Tuareg 660 Rally

Year

2025

Engine

Four stroke, forward facing parallel twin, DOHC with silent chain drive on the right side, four valves per cylinder

Capacity

659 cc / 40.2 cu-in

Bore x Stroke

81 x 63.93 mm

Compression Ratio

-

Cooling System

Liquid cooled
Lubrication Wet sump
Emission Euro 5+

Induction

Fuel injection, 52 mm throttle body

Electronic Management

4 Riding modes, traction control, APRC or Aprilia Performance Ride Control

Starting

Electric

Max Power

79 hp / 59 kW @ 9250 rpm

Max Torque

70 Nm / 51.63 lb-ft @ 6500 rpm

Clutch

Wet, multi-plate, slipper

Transmission 

6 Speed, AQS Aprilia Quick Shift

Final Drive

Chain, with drive ratio: 17/43

Frame

Tubular steel frame, engine used as a stressed member and aluminium plates

Front Suspension

43mm Kayaba USD Off-road tuned fork, fully adjustable

Front Wheel Travel

240 mm / 9.5 in

Rear Suspension

Kayaba Off-road tuned monoshock, fully adjustable,

Rear Wheel Travel

240 mm / 9.5 in

Front Brakes

2 x 300 mm Floating disc. Brembo calipers

Rear Brakes

Single 260 mm disc. Brembo caliper

ABS System

Switchable ABS
Wheels Cross-spoke wheels
Front Wheel Heavy-duty spoked wheel 21" x 1.85"
Rear Wheel Heavy-duty spoked wheel 18" x 4.00"

Front Tyre

21 in with inner tube

Rear Tyre

18 in with inner tube

Seat Height

913 mm / 35.9 in
Ground Clearance 240 mm / 9.5 in

Wet Weight

199 kg / 439 lbs

Fuel Capacity 

18 Litres / 4.6 US gal

Standard Features

Full LED headlight and indicators with light signature. Bonded 5” TFT dashboard. Engine Maps (AEM), Engine Brake (AEB), Dual-channel ABS (3 maps and Rear Wheel Lift-up Mitigation), Traction Control (ATC), 4 Riding Modes. Cruise Control (ACC). Rally High Seat, Specific handlebar,
Off-road handguards, High Mudguard, SC-Project slip-on, Off-Road skidplate, Chainguide, Rally sidestand, Metal Braided Brake Hoses
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From a press release issued by Aprilia :

The Aprilia Tuareg Rally was developed based on the invaluable experience gained by Aprilia Racing in creating the Tuareg racing bike in technical collaboration with the Guareschi brothers’ GCorse. Building on the already excellent off-road capabilities of the standard Tuareg, this bike quickly became the new benchmark for twin-cylinder adventure bikes. It clinched the 2023 Italian Motorally Championship with Jacopo Cerutti - who retained the title this year - before astonishing everyone on its debut in the desert dunes, dominating the Africa Eco Race from the first stage to the legendary finish line at Dakar’s Lac Rose.

An Aprilia Racing official rider Jacopo Cerutti, the star of this remarkable African triumph aboard the Italian twin-cylinder, also contributed to the development of the Aprilia Tuareg Rally. ‘It was fascinating to be involved in developing a production model like the new Tuareg Rally,' commented the rider from Como. 'The goal was to make it as similar as possible to the bike with which we won the Africa Eco Race, and I can say we succeeded! The Tuareg was already an excellent starting point for problem-free off-road riding, but with the Rally version, we’ve taken it a step further, coming very close to a full rally-raid bike. With the right tyres, it can easily take you over the desert dunes. My experience has been particularly useful in providing feedback on the electronics, leading to the creation of a new engine map that delivers quicker and more decisive throttle response, and in the chassis adjustments, with a fork that offers better support and a shock absorber that absorbs potholes at speed more effectively, improving the bike’s overall stability.’

A production motorbike with a racing soul
The distinctly off-road character of the Tuareg Rally is immediately evident, with its high mudguard and a new, thicker aluminium skid plate, designed with a more protective shape and a deliberately rugged finish for better mechanical impact resistance. Additional protections include sturdy hand guards with metal cores. A new chain guide also comes as standard, ensuring better safety even in the most extreme off-road conditions. To improve off-road control, special attention went to the rider's ergonomics, with a seat that is 20 mm higher to make transitions between seated and standing positions easier and a taller handlebar with a redesigned shape for better handling.

The heavy-duty spoked wheels with Ergal narrow rims come with treaded tyres that use inner tubes, while the Kayaba suspension - offering an impressive 240 mm of travel - remains the same as the standard model but now features springs with a linear elastic constant K instead of a progressive one. Although this slightly compromises comfort, it significantly improves off-road riding feel and gives the rider greater control over rough terrain. The stiffer suspension also reduces static sag, making the Tuareg Rally taller and effectively increasing its actual suspension travel. The stand has a support foot with an enlarged surface, so the motorbike tilts less when parked. It also offers stable support even on rough or soft surfaces.

The Tuareg Rally (and the entire new Tuareg 2025 range) has its own specifically developed engine mapping to ensure quick and responsive throttle action. This allows the rider to overcome obstacles more easily with a twist of the throttle in the most challenging off-road sections - a crucial advantage in off-road riding.

The Tuareg Rally has a dedicated SC Project exhaust system, complete with a fully titanium silencer, and features an aggressive, racing-style end cap with a generous 60 mm outlet.
The wheel assembly and exhaust system contribute to reducing the Aprilia Tuareg Rally’s overall weight from 204 kg to 199 kg in running order.
The Aprilia Tuareg Rally comes in the unmistakable Rally race replica colour scheme, closely resembling the design of the victorious Tuareg that crossed the legendary Dakar finish line. Visually, the Tuareg Rally stands out with its sporty gold-anodised forks, wheel rims, and handlebars.
New look for the Tuareg 2025 range

The updates to the Aprilia Tuareg at EICMA 2024 are not limited to the debut of the Rally version; all models benefit from new styling and technical features introduced alongside compliance with Euro 5+ regulations.

To improve overall efficiency, the 660 twin-cylinder engine now boasts 52 mm throttle bodies, up from the previous 48 mm. In addition, the new rare-earth generator reduces inertia, enhancing acceleration performance.

While still retaining its distinctive appearance, including the iconic horizontally arranged triple headlamp, the Tuareg’s functional design has been revised, particularly around the headlamp cluster, which now features a sleeker superstructure without the lower lip. This design solution gives the front view a more dynamic and streamlined appearance towards the top.

The Aprilia Tuareg is also available in two new liveries, both featuring a red-painted frame. Tornado Green and Hailstorm White.



The extensive range of original accessories for the Aprilia Tuareg has been further augmented. Tuareg Rally-specific items, such as heavy-duty spoked wheels, a reinforced skid plate, and a chain guide, are now available as accessories for the standard Tuareg.

The extensive catalogue also includes a TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) sensor. The comfort seat - available in three different heights (standard, raised by 2 cm, and lowered by 2 cm) - now incorporates heating elements and can be easily controlled via the handlebar once the Aprilia MIA multimedia platform accessory is installed.

The successful partnership between Aprilia and Alpinestars, which began in 2024, has resulted in the creation of the Aprilia Experience adventure gear, designed to perfectly complement the Tuareg and support riders in all weather conditions and on any terrain. The outfit includes the Aprilia Experience Jacket and Pants. These two-layer garments feature a waterproof membrane and a removable thermal lining. The Aprilia Experience Gloves, made of leather and fabric with knuckle protection, are waterproof and provide excellent thermal insulation, completing the outfit.

For head protection, riders can choose between two types of off-road helmets: the new Aprilia Wheelie, made of thermoplastic resin with an adjustable visor, and the Aprilia Tuareg Helmet, with a carbon fibre shell and optimised air vents, for more demanding riders. Both helmets are compatible with the new Aprilia Wheelie Goggles off-road mask.