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RS 660 Extrema 2022 vs R6 Race 2024

If straight-line speed is your priority, the R6 Race takes the lead. With 18 HP more than the RS 660 Extrema, it offers a more spirited ride that will be noticeable on highway overtakes or track days. When it comes to agility, the RS 660 Extrema has a clear advantage. Weighing in 5kg less than the R6 Race, it will feel significantly easier to handle in low-speed traffic, parking maneuvers, and twisty corners. Riders with a shorter inseam should lean towards the RS 660 Extrema. Its seat height is 30mm lower than the R6 Race, making it much easier to flat-foot at stoplights and increasing confidence during stops. Bottom Line: While both are capable, the r6race offers a superior power-to-weight ratio, making it the more exciting machine for experienced riders.

Aprilia RS 660 Extrema 2022RS 660 Extrema
2022659 cc • 100 hp
Yamaha R6 Race 2024R6 Race
2024599 cc • 118.4 hp
SpecRS 660 ExtremaR6 Race
Displacement659599
Power100118.4
Cylinders24
Weight180185
Seat height820850
MSRP (EU)1349914390
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