Aprilia RS 660 2021 vs. Ducati 899 Panigale 2013

The Aprilia RS 660 2021 and the Ducati 899 Panigale 2013 are both supersport motorcycles that offer powerful performance and sporty aesthetics.

In terms of engine specifications, the Aprilia RS 660 has a bore of 81 mm and a stroke of 63.93 mm, resulting in a displacement of 659cc. It produces 100 horsepower and 67 Nm of torque, with a compression ratio of 13.5. On the other hand, the Ducati 899 Panigale has a bore of 100 mm and a stroke of 57.2 mm, resulting in a displacement of 898cc. It produces 148 horsepower and 99 Nm of torque, with a compression ratio of 12.5.

Both motorcycles feature a telescopic upside-down front suspension and a swingarm rear suspension. The Aprilia RS 660 offers adjustment options for compression, preload, and rebound on both the front and rear suspension. The Ducati 899 Panigale, on the other hand, offers adjustment options for compression and preload on both the front and rear suspension.

Aprilia RS 660 2021

In terms of chassis, both motorcycles feature an aluminum frame. However, the Aprilia RS 660 has a motor-supporting frame type, while the Ducati 899 Panigale has a monocoque frame type.

Both motorcycles are equipped with Brembo brakes, with the Aprilia RS 660 featuring dual disc brakes and radial technology, and the Ducati 899 Panigale featuring dual disc brakes with radial and monobloc technology.

In terms of advanced rider assistance systems, the Aprilia RS 660 offers ABS, riding modes, launch control, ride-by-wire, quick shift, traction control, and anti-wheelie. The Ducati 899 Panigale, on the other hand, only offers ABS.

Ducati 899 Panigale 2013

In terms of dimensions and weights, both motorcycles have a front tire width of 120 mm and a rear tire width of 180 mm, with a 17-inch diameter for both tires. The Aprilia RS 660 has a wheelbase of 1370 mm and a seat height of 820 mm. It has a dry weight of 169 kg and a curb weight of 183 kg with ABS. The Ducati 899 Panigale has a wheelbase of 1426 mm and a seat height of 830 mm. It has a dry weight of 169 kg and a curb weight of 193 kg with ABS. The Ducati 899 Panigale also has a larger fuel tank capacity of 17 liters, compared to the 15 liters of the Aprilia RS 660.

In terms of strengths, the Aprilia RS 660 offers a powerful engine, a comprehensive electronic package, a sporty chassis, a pleasant sound, a reduced weight, and a sporty appearance. The Ducati 899 Panigale offers enjoyable riding, uniform power delivery, and fun handling.

However, the Aprilia RS 660 has a weakness in its less legible tachometer, while the Ducati 899 Panigale has weaknesses in its indirect braking behavior and lack of special punch.