Supermotos
2008Aprilia SXV 550
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The 2008 Aprilia SXV 550 is a versatile supermoto designed for riders seeking an agile, street-capable machine with genuine off-road capability. Its 549cc liquid-cooled twin engine delivers responsive performance through electronic fuel injection, while the lightweight chassis excels in urban environments and tight technical terrain. Best known for blending pure supermoto fun with practical everyday usability.
- Capacity
- 553.0 ccm
- Engine
- V-Twin, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Dry weight
- Not on record
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- 918 mm
- Power
- 19.4 HP (14.5 kW) @ 7300 RPM
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built for aggressive supermoto riding, trackdays, and tight technical roads rather than any form of practical transport.
- Built for
- It has the light, flickable, hyper-responsive character of a motocross-derived twin dressed in road tires, rewarding aggressive input over relaxed cruising.
- Not ideal for
- This is not the bike for new riders, long-distance touring, passenger comfort, or anyone wanting a forgiving, low-maintenance commuter.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Will it fit you?
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- Capacity
- 553.0 ccm
- Power
- 19.4 HP (14.5 kW) @ 7300 RPM
- EPA Certificate No.
- 8PVMC0.55VSU-011
- EPA CO Emissions
- 11.2 CO g/km
- Engine type
- V-Twin, four-stroke
- Compression
- 12.0:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- Electronic
- Aspiration
- Naturally aspirated
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
- Lubrication system
- Dry sump with external oil tank. Separate gearbox lubrication
- Torque
- Not on record - add it
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
- Clutch
- Cable operated multi-plate wet clutch
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1495 mm
- Overall length
- 2222 mm
- Overall width
- 800 mm
- Seat height
- 918 mm
- Fuel capacity
- 7.80 litres
- Ground clearance
- 318 mm
- Dry weight
- Not on record - add it
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Steel perimeter frame with aluminium alloy vertical members
- Front suspension
- upside down fork with two adjustments
- Rear suspension
- Box section aluminium swingarm with cast body.Hydraulic monoshock with compression and rebound adjustment
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc. radial caliper
- Front brakes diameter
- 320 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. floating caliper
- Rear brakes diameter
- 240 mm
- Front tyre
- 120/70-17
- Rear tyre
- 180/55-17
Other
- Fuel Tank Material
- Plastic
Specs last verified against published sources: .
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Common questions
What is the engine size of the Aprilia SXV 550?
The 2008 Aprilia SXV 550 has a Capacity of 553.0 ccm (33.75 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Aprilia SXV 550 have?
The 2008 Aprilia SXV 550 has a Power of 19.4 HP (14.5 kW) @ 7300 RPM.
How many gears does the Aprilia SXV 550 have?
The 2008 Aprilia SXV 550 has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
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