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Aprilia RS 457 vs Triumph Daytona 660

Specs side by side, plus our verdict on which one is the smarter buy for the way you ride.

The Aprilia RS 457 and Triumph Daytona 660 are among the most cross-shopped sport bikes of 2026. The Aprilia RS 457 undercuts the Triumph Daytona 660 by about $2,596, so value is squarely on the table. On paper the Triumph Daytona 660 leads on power with 94 hp. Below we put them head to head on price, performance, weight and seat height, then give our verdict on which one is the smarter buy for the way you ride.

Aprilia RS 457
Our pick
8.3

Aprilia

Aprilia RS 457
Triumph Daytona 660
8.3

Triumph

Triumph Daytona 660

The verdict

The Aprilia RS 457 edges it overall at 8.3/10, but the Triumph Daytona 660 wins on most exciting, so let how you ride decide.

Best for new riders

Aprilia RS 457

A2-legal, 48 hp, forgiving to learn on.

Most exciting

Triumph Daytona 660

94 hp and 0.47 hp/kg, the strongest here.

Best value

Aprilia RS 457

Our 8.3/10 at $6,799, the most bike per dollar.

Easiest to manage

Aprilia RS 457

175 kg with an 800 mm seat, the easiest to throw around.

Price & rating
Price$6,799$9,395
KickTheStand score8.3 / 108.3 / 10
Performance
Engine457cc twin660cc triple
Power48 hp94 hp
Torque43.5 Nm69 Nm
Power-to-weight0.27 hp/kg0.47 hp/kg
Chassis & brakes
Front suspension41mm USD fork41mm Showa USD fork, adjustable
Rear suspensionMonoshockShowa monoshock, adjustable preload
Front brakesSingle 320mm disc, ByBre radial 4-pistonDual 310mm discs, radial 4-piston
Rear brakesSingle 220mm discSingle 220mm disc
Dimensions & practicality
Weight175 kg201 kg
Seat height800 mm810 mm
Fuel capacity13 L14 L
Suitability
ClassSportSport
A2 licenceYesYes
Good for beginnersYesNo
Best forsport, track, commuting, learningsport, commuting, touring

Cyan marks the best figure in each row. Specs are the most-cited for the current model; verify before relying on them.

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Aprilia RS 457 vs Triumph Daytona 660: your questions answered

Which is faster, the Aprilia RS 457 or the Triumph Daytona 660?

The Triumph Daytona 660 makes the most power at 94 hp and 69 Nm, giving it the edge on outright performance.

Which is cheaper, the Aprilia RS 457 or the Triumph Daytona 660?

The Aprilia RS 457 is the most affordable here with an MSRP around $6,799.

Which is lighter, the Aprilia RS 457 or the Triumph Daytona 660?

The Aprilia RS 457 is the lightest at 175 kg, which makes it the easiest to manage at low speed and in the bends.

Which is better for a beginner, the Aprilia RS 457 or the Triumph Daytona 660?

For a new rider we'd point to the Aprilia RS 457: A2-legal, 48 hp and 175 kg make it the most approachable of the group.

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