The 660 platform represents the start of a new era for Aprilia . One defined by lightweight and highperformance motorcycles with an attractive design and unique , unequivocally premium technological content . It is Aprilia ' s response to the new generation ' s demand for easy and fun vehicles capable of being just as thrilling on the daily commute as they are on dynamic rides . The result is a range of medium-engine bikes that introduce a new conception of sportiness , in line with the expectations of a younger and more knowledgeable market . Following on the heels of the highly popular RS 660 and Tuono 660 , dedicated to street sport riding , this is a true off-road bike . It bears a name that was introduced by Aprilia in 1985 , which subsequently became legendary – a name so evocative it ' s clear what the bike is all about .
With such a significant history , the Tuareg name expresses a unique set of values : a guarantee of riding quality , performance and fun . Tuareg 660 , an off-road bike par excellence , is also exceptional on the road and on even the longest and most adventurous trips .
It was designed to accompany those seeking freedom – a core value in the culture of the Tuareg people , who identify with the name “ imohag ”, meaning " free men ". Granting the gift of freedom is Tuareg ' s real mission . Developed on the extraordinary mechanical base of the Aprilia 660 twin-cylinder , from the very first sketches it was designed to be mounted in a chassis architecture with a different intended use . Tuareg 660 was designed , developed and built to be the best combination of single-cylinder enduro bikes and medium-engine capacity adventure bikes . Two opposing worlds - until now . Tuareg 660 raises the bar for off-road adventure bike riding . But at the same time , it places its supreme travelling spirit centre stage thanks to its impeccable performance on asphalt , its premium technical content , the performance of its 80 HP twin-cylinder and its reduced weight of just 187 kg without fluids .
Tuareg 660 ' s design is the result of the work done by the PADC ( Piaggio Advanced Design Centre ), the Piaggio
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