Aprilia Tuono 660 2021 vs. Yamaha MT-09 2016
Aprilia Tuono 660 2021
Yamaha MT-09 2016
Overview - Aprilia Tuono 660 2021 vs Yamaha MT-09 2016
The Aprilia Tuono 660 2021 and the Yamaha MT-09 2016 are both naked bikes with similar technical specifications but have some notable differences.
In terms of engine performance, the Yamaha MT-09 2016 has a more powerful engine with 115 HP compared to the Aprilia Tuono 660 2021's 95 HP. The MT-09 also has a higher torque of 87.5 Nm compared to the Tuono 660's 67 Nm. However, the Tuono 660 has a smaller engine displacement of 659ccm compared to the MT-09's 847ccm. Both bikes have a similar number of cylinders, with the Tuono 660 having 2 cylinders and the MT-09 having 3 cylinders.
In terms of suspension, both bikes have front telescopic forks, but the Tuono 660 has an upside-down telescopic fork which may provide better stability and handling. Both bikes have an aluminum frame, but the Tuono 660 has a load-bearing engine frame which may contribute to its sporty handling.
Aprilia Tuono 660 2021
Both bikes have double disk brakes at the front, providing good stopping power. They also have the same tire dimensions, with a front tire width of 120mm and a rear tire width of 180mm, both with a diameter of 17 inches.
In terms of dimensions and weights, the Yamaha MT-09 2016 has a longer wheelbase of 1440mm compared to the Tuono 660's 1370mm. The MT-09 also has a slightly lower seat height of 815mm compared to the Tuono 660's 820mm. However, the Tuono 660 is lighter with a kerb weight of 183kg compared to the MT-09's 191kg. Both bikes have a similar fuel tank capacity, with the Tuono 660 having 15 liters and the MT-09 having 14 liters.
Yamaha MT-09 2016
In terms of strengths, the Aprilia Tuono 660 2021 is praised for its easy-to-operate engine with a good sound, sporty handling, good ergonomics, decent brakes, and stable and precise chassis. The Yamaha MT-09 2016 is praised for its wonderfully powerful three-cylinder powerplant, three power modes, fully adjustable chassis, quickshifter as standard, sporty upright seating position, good brakes, aggressive looks, and traction control.
However, the Tuono 660 is criticized for its price/performance ratio not being right and the fact that some of its extensive electronics come at an extra cost. On the other hand, the MT-09 is criticized for having a saddle that may be too hard for long tours and a license plate holder on the swingarm that offers less splash protection than a conventional one.
Overall, both bikes have their strengths and weaknesses, and the choice between them may depend on individual preferences and priorities.
Technical Specifications Aprilia Tuono 660 2021 compared to Yamaha MT-09 2016
Pros and Cons in comparison
Pros and Cons in comparison
Aprilia Tuono 660 2021
The Tuono delivers on the bends what the name promises. The sporty naked bike rides precisely and you enjoy the sporty corner chase. At the exit of the bend, however, one wishes for more emotion and adrenaline. The sporty expectation is naturally also created by the Tuono's racy appearance and cheeky demeanour. But this expectation is unfortunately not quite fulfilled in the saddle.
Yamaha MT-09 2016
The Yamaha MT-09 did not need to be reinvented for the coming season - it already was extremely well done almost four years ago. Instead, the Japanese focus on fine-tuning and adding practical, contemporary gimmicks such as traction control and automatic shifting. Due to the Euro4 standard, however, the engine management has been changed once again and offers an emphatically powerful but well controllable power delivery in standard mode; the power explosion of the first generation is now no longer offered even by the sharper A mode. The biggest change, recognisable at first glance, is the, in my opinion, extremely successful design with the more aggressive front and the newly designed rear. All in all, an even snazzier naked bike that was clearly built for the fun of motorcycling.
Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Aprilia Tuono 660 vs Yamaha MT-09
There are a few key differences between a Aprilia Tuono 660 2021 and a Yamaha MT-09 2016. In terms of price, the actual average price of a Aprilia Tuono 660 2021 is about 33% higher. Compared to Yamaha MT-09 2016 there are more Aprilia Tuono 660 2021 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 16 compared to 11. It takes less time to sell a Yamaha MT-09 with 87 days compared to 122 days for the Aprilia Tuono 660. Since model year 2021 1000PS.de editors have written 8 reviews for the Aprilia Tuono 660 and 57 reviews for the Yamaha MT-09 since model year 2013. The first review for the Aprilia Tuono 660 was published on 05/11/2019 and now has more than 52,500 views. This compares to more than 39,900 views for the first review on Yamaha MT-09 published on 10/06/2013.
