Aprilia Tuareg 660 2023 vs. Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2019

Aprilia Tuareg 660 2023

Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2019

Overview - Aprilia Tuareg 660 2023 vs Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2019

Aprilia Tuareg 660 2023

Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2019

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Details

Technical Specifications Aprilia Tuareg 660 2023 compared to Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2019

Aprilia Tuareg 660 2023

Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2019

Aprilia Tuareg 660 2023

Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2019

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	In line crankpin offset	Engine type	In line
Bore	Bore	81 mm	Bore	92 mm
Stroke	Stroke	63.93 mm	Stroke	75.1 mm
Engine power	Engine power	80 HP	Engine power	95 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	9,250 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	7,500 rpm
Torque	Torque	70 Nm	Torque	98 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	6,500 rpm	Rpm at Torque	6,000 rpm
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath, Antihopping	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Transmission Type	Transmission Type	Gearshift	Transmission Type	Dual-clutch
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves per cylinder	Valves per cylinder	4	Valves per cylinder	4
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid
Can be restricted for A2 licence	Can be restricted for A2 licence	Yes	Can be restricted for A2 licence	Yes
Displacement	Displacement	659 ccm	Displacement	998 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Brand	Brand	Kayaba	Brand	Showa
Diameter	Diameter	43 mm	Diameter	45 mm
Travel	Travel	240 mm	Travel	252 mm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Swing arm
Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Monoshock
Shock mount	Shock mount	Deflection	Shock mount	Pro-Link
Brand	Brand	Kayaba	Brand	Showa
Travel	Travel	240 mm	Travel	240 mm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound
Material	Material	Aluminium	Material	Aluminium

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Steel

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Diameter	Diameter	300 mm	Diameter	310 mm
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	260 mm	Diameter	256 mm
Piston	Piston	Single piston	Piston	Single piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Riding modes, Launch-Control, Ride by Wire, Quickshifter, Traction control, Anti-wheelie	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	90 mm	Front tyre width	90 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	90 %	Front tyre height	90 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	21 inch	Front tyre diameter	21 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	150 mm	Rear tyre width	150 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	70 %	Rear tyre height	70 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	18 inch	Rear tyre diameter	18 inch
Length	Length	2,220 mm	Length	2,340 mm
Width	Width	965 mm	Width	930 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,525 mm	Wheelbase	1,580 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	860 mm	Seat Height	900 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	204 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	253 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	18 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	24.2 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A2, A	License compliancy	A

Equipment

Equipment	Equipment	LED-Headlights	Equipment	LED-Headlights

Pros and Cons in comparison

Aprilia Tuareg 660 2023

The Aprilia Tuareg 660 has a great straddle. This doesn't just mean its off-road and asphalt capabilities. Rather, the Aprilia succeeds in accommodating beginners and inspiring experienced riders. It rides easily, but also very fast when needed. On the other hand, with 240 mm of suspension travel, it offers enormous reserves, but still rides really well on asphalt. A versatile motorbike!

Great chassis makes for great handling and overall really great ride

Cleanly tuned engine

Linear torque curve makes for a pleasant and stress-free ride

Simple and logical control concept for the electronics

Great electronic riding aids with good quickshifter

Lively and accessible overall appearance

Riding aids can also be adjusted immediately while riding in a practical way

Great ergonomics

Motorcycle feels light

240 mm suspension travel!

No 2-cylinder punch at low revs

The look of the front polarises