Closely derived from the competition version of the Aprilia Tuareg 660 that Jacopo Cerutti rode to victory in the Africa Eco Race earlier this year, the 2025 Aprilia Tuareg Rally offers a more feature-rich and off-road-capable setup compared to the standard version. Also in this announcement are a few updates to the standard Tuareg for the upcoming model year.
The Tuareg Rally is a production version of the bike Cerutti rode to win the Italian Motorally Championship in both 2023 and 2024, as well as the Africa Eco Race in 2024. Cerutti was directly involved in the Tuareg Rally’s development, stating, “My experience has been particularly useful in providing feedback on the electronics, leading to the creation of a new engine map that delivers quicker and more decisive throttle response and in the chassis adjustments.”
The Rally version remains powered by the 659cc parallel-Twin adapted from the RS 660 and Tuono 660 models. In the Tuareg, the engine produces a claimed 80 hp at 9,250 rpm and 51.6 lb-ft of torque at 6,500 rpm. Its frame is made of steel tubing, and fully adjustable suspension is made by Kayaba.
The Tuareg Rally features the same suspension but with linear-rate springs rather than progressive ones for greater off-road feel and control. Its specific engine mapping ensures quick throttle action, and the dedicated SC Project exhaust system has a titanium silencer.
Also on the Rally version are heavy-duty spoked Ergal wheels, a high front fender, a thicker aluminum skid plate, sturdy handguards, and a new chain guide. The seat is 0.8 inch taller, and the handlebar is taller with a redesigned shape.
The Tuareg Rally is lighter than the standard Tuareg, weighing in at 439 lb compared to the standard’s 450 lb. It features a Rally race replica color scheme with gold-anodized forks, rims, and handlebar.
The standard Aprilia Tuareg also gets updates that are shared with the Rally version. The parallel-Twin’s gets larger 52mm (up from 48mm) throttle bodies, and the headlight cluster now features a sleeker superstructure without the lower lip.
The standard Aprilia Tuareg will be available in two new colors, both with a red-painted frame: Tornado Green or Hailstorm White.
Aprilia’s accessories catalog now includes some of the features of the Tuareg Rally, which can be fitted to the standard model. New items include heavy-duty spoked wheels, a reinforced skidplate, and a chain guide. Available items also include a tire-pressure monitoring system, a comfort seat available in three different heights, a heated seat, and more.
Pricing has not yet been announced.
Visit the Aprilia website for more information.
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