Aprilia RS 660 2027: Limited Phillip Island Tribute

Ten Grand Prix wins at a single circuit are a good excuse for a special edition. Aprilia is marking its success at Phillip Island by launching the RS 660 as the limited-edition Phillip Island Tribute. The connection extends to Raúl Fernández's MotoGP win on the RS-GP in 2025: according to the manufacturer, this took Aprilia to the milestone of 300 wins in the Grand Prix World Championship, making it the most successful European manufacturer in the series at that point. On top of that come the RSV4's successes in the World Superbike Championship.

How do you spot the Tribute? By an exclusive graphic on a white base, green panels on the sides and tail, and red wheels. The combination picks up the colours of the circuit logo. The fairing sides carry the track layout, the Phillip Island Circuit lettering and the chequered flag. A plaque on the tank commemorates Aprilia's wins at the circuit, while the individual serial number is found on the plate at the steering head. A pillion seat cover comes as standard. The racing connection is visible even when the bike is standing still.

Beneath the special livery sits the technical platform of the RS 660. For the 660 cc twin with four valves per cylinder, Aprilia quotes 105 hp at 10,400 rpm and 70 Nm at 8,400 rpm. The engine serves as a stressed member of the chassis. Two side frame spars are bolted on at the steering head and at the rear. According to Aprilia, this design allows for a compact, light and stiff structure.

Standard features include a six-axis IMU as the basis for the electronic control systems. The aPRC package comprises traction control, wheelie control, adjustable engine brake control, cornering ABS and ride-by-wire engine maps. The settings can be tailored to the rider's needs. Launch control, an up-and-down quickshifter and cruise control round out the package. Aprilia thus positions the RS 660 for beginners in everyday road riding as well as for experienced riders on the race track.

The special edition is being unveiled to coincide with the Australian Grand Prix. Aprilia also explains the tribute by pointing out that, from 2027, Phillip Island will no longer be on the MotoGP calendar after almost 30 seasons. The Phillip Island Tribute is set to be on display from 5 to 8 November at EICMA in Milan, on the Aprilia stand in Hall 9. The press material does not state a specific production run for the limited edition, a price or a sales launch date.

What sets the Phillip Island Tribute apart from the RS 660?

The limited edition gets an exclusive white-and-green graphic with red wheels, the circuit logo on the fairing, a plaque on the tank and an individual serial number at the steering head. The pillion seat cover is included as standard. The technical basis is the RS 660.

What output does Aprilia quote for the RS 660?

The manufacturer's figures are 105 hp at 10,400 rpm and 70 Nm at 8,400 rpm from 660 cc. The press kit also mentions a version restricted to 35 kW.

How many units are there and what does the edition cost?

Aprilia describes the Phillip Island Tribute as limited, but the present announcement states neither the number of units nor a price or sales launch date.

Where will the Phillip Island Tribute be exhibited?

According to Aprilia, it will be on display from 5 to 8 November at EICMA in Milan on the brand's stand in Hall 9.