Aprilia SXV 550

Blind Spot · 07-27-2010, 09:18 PM

'Been researching Supermotos ever since I got an opportunity to ride a DRZ.... I found a super sexy looking Aprilia..... but OMFG! What big maintenance requirements you have....

http://slorider.com/Aprilia/manuals/...eIntervals.pdf

Change pistons and rings every 4k miles? OK, I'm sure that's a VERY conservative number but.... REALLY? Valve checks at the same time!? Most users on the net will do 600-700 mile oil changes.............. gahhh!

Any idea why this bike and those like it have the maintenance intervals indicated?

I get that it's a high performance machine intended solely for race use that just happens to be barely street legal; it wasn't meant to put down miles off track..... but pistons that need to be replaced every 4k miles? There HAS to be a legitimate reason for that... especially when considering that an SV650 twin doesn't even have a specified interval for pistons.

Someone explain this to me.

Though, it's so sexy even if that maintenance chart is legit it might be worth it:

V10KLZZ71S · 07-27-2010, 09:43 PM

Thats nice! I swapped bikes with a friend for a short time. KTM 625 Supermoto. As soon as I got on it I missed the 4 cyl power. He then proceded to wheelie my bike all over the place. I told him to. The KTM was nice though, I kept that thing wide open the whole time, just downshifting in the turns, it was all I could do to keep up.

Fitty · 07-27-2010, 09:47 PM

Ask Ion about those.

Although I think they have the bugs worked out now. And Daryl, what you rode does not compare to that beast. It's a v-twin.

JonDaddy82 · 07-27-2010, 10:05 PM

Those things RULE Deals Gap...period.

Blind Spot · 07-27-2010, 10:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JonDaddy82

Those things RULE Deals Gap...period.

Back it in!

There's one for sale 6000 initial asking price with 1k miles.

Could probably get it for a bit less since dealer retail asking is about 5800 and trade in is 4000.

For 5-5.5k for the ultimate in hooliganism.... seems like a good deal.... but then there's that maintenance.

**Desmo** · 07-27-2010, 10:28 PM

My old KTM SM would smoke an FZ1 in the twisties around here. That Prilla would smoke the KTM.

Of course, it would have to be running in order to do that.

Blind Spot · 07-27-2010, 11:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Desmo

My old KTM SM would smoke an FZ1 in the twisties around here. That Prilla would smoke the KTM.

Of course, it would have to be running in order to do that.

Yeah, definitely not selling the FZ1 to get it if I did.

gotfz1 · 07-28-2010, 12:30 AM

It's a race bike. Last I remember hearing from Ion was he was suing them to get his money back because it needed enough work to be a lemon and Aprilia wasn't paying the dealers to do it.

Blind Spot · 07-28-2010, 12:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gotfz1

It's a race bike. Last I remember hearing from Ion was he was suing them to get his money back because it needed enough work to be a lemon and Aprilia wasn't paying the dealers to do it.

Thread link?

gotfz1 · 07-28-2010, 12:48 AM

http://www.yamahafz1oa.com/forum/sho...xv#post1558486

Blind Spot · 07-28-2010, 01:44 AM

Hmmmmm well that's a shame....yeah should probably stick with japanese anyway. Will keep a lookout for prebuilt sm converts....thinking honda crf450 or similar.

homsh · 07-28-2010, 09:29 AM

I loved my Husky SMR 510. Was real dissapointed when I got rid of it to go to the KTM 690

Bill A · 07-28-2010, 09:32 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by homsh

I loved my Husky SMR 510. Was real dissapointed when I got rid of it to go to the KTM 690

I love my Husky SM570 NOX.

sucks that i can't ride it for crap!

Fitty · 07-28-2010, 10:30 AM

Check out www.apriliaforum.com/forums and read up on it. Many engine failures early on, but they did get it worked out eventually. What year is that one? I think the year after Ion's was when they became somewhat dependable, at least compared to the first ones. A friend of mine bought an older one and was going to try to fix it, but ended up selling it to a guy for a parts bike.

gotfz1 · 07-28-2010, 12:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Blind Spot

Hmmmmm well that's a shame....yeah should probably stick with japanese anyway. Will keep a lookout for prebuilt sm converts....thinking honda crf450 or similar.

The Euro purpose-builts are awesome for power/weight. For many the J dirt bike conversions are the way to go. At least the parts and dealer network are more accessible. But the problem here is that CA DMV seems to have the VINs all wired in now. Anything built in the last few years that wasn't plated to begin with is a problem.

If you watch the classifieds on supermotojunkie and thumpertalk you'll be drooling soon.

wheeliefunfz1 · 07-28-2010, 12:53 PM

Ktm 990smr my must have bike. 115hp vtwin.

Blind Spot · 07-28-2010, 12:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by wheeliefunfz1

Ktm 990smr my must have bike. 115hp vtwin.

Not a real supermoto.... 400 pounds. No thanks.

690 SMC, now that's where it's at. I actually did look at an SMC at the dealer.

Blind Spot · 07-28-2010, 01:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gotfz1

The Euro purpose-builts are awesome for power/weight. For many the J dirt bike conversions are the way to go. At least the parts and dealer network are more accessible. But the problem here is that CA DMV seems to have the VINs all wired in now. Anything built in the last few years that wasn't plated to begin with is a problem.

If you watch the classifieds on supermotojunkie and thumpertalk you'll be drooling soon.

Ideally I'd get a purpose built, plated, fuel injected and reasonably large displacement SM.... but once you get into those specs price skyrockets.

Which, when I found the 08 SXV I thought that was a damn good price.... though, apparently while the price may be right the value ain't so hot..... but it's soo sexy..... they should have just called it the SXE/SXY SuperModeltard; looks great and performs pleasurably when it wants to... but is high maintenance and finicky willingness to perform will likely drain you of your sanity... and money.

loosenut · 07-28-2010, 03:22 PM

I test rode the Aprilia 450 in off-road trim shortly after they arrived in the states. More than enough power for off-road work. Not a bike for short people.

I can shred twisties on my plates GasGas EC300. The ultimate hooligan bike. 2 stroke, 6 speeds, Ohlins suspension and can be jetted to be smooth or violent. Off-road, some of my friends call me the "Violent Hillbilly". Stand too close and you will get used for traction.

rafartist · 07-28-2010, 05:06 PM

Thats what im talking about! A converted 2-smoker motard ;)

07-27-2010, 09:18 PM	#1
Blind Spot Represent Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: San Diego, CA - USA Posts: 8,885	Aprilia SXV 550 'Been researching Supermotos ever since I got an opportunity to ride a DRZ.... I found a super sexy looking Aprilia..... but OMFG! What big maintenance requirements you have.... http://slorider.com/Aprilia/manuals/...eIntervals.pdf Change pistons and rings every 4k miles? OK, I'm sure that's a VERY conservative number but.... REALLY? Valve checks at the same time!? Most users on the net will do 600-700 mile oil changes.............. gahhh! Any idea why this bike and those like it have the maintenance intervals indicated? I get that it's a high performance machine intended solely for race use that just happens to be barely street legal; it wasn't meant to put down miles off track..... but pistons that need to be replaced every 4k miles? There HAS to be a legitimate reason for that... especially when considering that an SV650 twin doesn't even have a specified interval for pistons. Someone explain this to me. Though, it's so sexy even if that maintenance chart is legit it might be worth it: __________________ Super Kinky Fuel Line Mod - Unkink your Fuel pipe on the cheap. http://yamahafz1oa.com/forum/showthread.php?t=105290 Businesses love a working server, don't trust India, see an IT admin and get rid of it.

07-27-2010, 09:43 PM	#2
V10KLZZ71S I am the 53% Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Gretna,Louisiana/Tennessee Colony, Texas Posts: 4,924	Thats nice! I swapped bikes with a friend for a short time. KTM 625 Supermoto. As soon as I got on it I missed the 4 cyl power. He then proceded to wheelie my bike all over the place. I told him to. The KTM was nice though, I kept that thing wide open the whole time, just downshifting in the turns, it was all I could do to keep up. __________________ 06 SILVER FZ1 Graves FE ,Holeshot header w/Telco Slip On, FCE,Ivans flies, Graves V- Stacks,Graves flush mounts, PCIII w/Ivans map,Ign module,AIS eliminator, BMC Air Filter, Lars' Airbox mod. 15T Frt Sprocket, Rizoma grips,Pazzo, Graves sliders,C-dog screen.Graves exup plug, EBC HH pads, Carrozzeria V-stars, Galfer rotors,Fren Tubo brk lines,Traxxion AK-20, Penske shock 07 MV Agusta Brutale' 910R Ferracci chip, PCIII, Arrow Thunder

07-27-2010, 09:47 PM	#3
Fitty Let's Ride! Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Atlanta, GA Posts: 12,182	Ask Ion about those. Although I think they have the bugs worked out now. And Daryl, what you rode does not compare to that beast. It's a v-twin. __________________ "‎Be who you are and say what you feel because those who mind don't matter and those who matter don't mind." Dr. Seuss

07-27-2010, 10:05 PM	#4
JonDaddy82 Professional Slimeball Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Orlando, FL Posts: 9,336	Those things RULE Deals Gap...period. __________________ -Raven 2007 FZ1- \| Hyperpro steering damper \| Pazzo levers \| Galfer HH pads \| Graves frame sliders \| Shogun F/R sliders \| \| CA taillight \| Motrax LED flushmounts \| Custom FE \| CD Speedscreen \| AIS removed \| Holeshot high mount \| BMC filter \| PCIII \| Airbox mod \| Flies \| Factory Pro stacks \| DynoJet QS \| Braking rotors \| Spiegler SS lines \| Driven 520 16/46 \| Graves EXUP plug \| 10.1 at 137

07-27-2010, 10:28 PM	#6
Desmo Administrator Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Palo Alto,CA Posts: 323,255,892	My old KTM SM would smoke an FZ1 in the twisties around here. That Prilla would smoke the KTM. Of course, it would have to be running in order to do that. __________________ If you haven't tried these things you should, these things are fun, and fun is good. - Dr Seuss

07-28-2010, 12:30 AM	#8
gotfz1 Do you like gladiator movies? Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: SoCal Posts: 15,727	It's a race bike. Last I remember hearing from Ion was he was suing them to get his money back because it needed enough work to be a lemon and Aprilia wasn't paying the dealers to do it. __________________ Stay off the rear brake.

07-28-2010, 12:48 AM	#10
gotfz1 Do you like gladiator movies? Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: SoCal Posts: 15,727	http://www.yamahafz1oa.com/forum/sho...xv#post1558486 __________________ Stay off the rear brake.

07-28-2010, 01:44 AM	#11
Blind Spot Represent Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: San Diego, CA - USA Posts: 8,885	Hmmmmm well that's a shame....yeah should probably stick with japanese anyway. Will keep a lookout for prebuilt sm converts....thinking honda crf450 or similar. __________________ Super Kinky Fuel Line Mod - Unkink your Fuel pipe on the cheap. http://yamahafz1oa.com/forum/showthread.php?t=105290 Businesses love a working server, don't trust India, see an IT admin and get rid of it.

07-28-2010, 09:29 AM	#12
homsh Plotting your demise Join Date: Apr 2003 Posts: 3,677	I loved my Husky SMR 510. Was real dissapointed when I got rid of it to go to the KTM 690 __________________ Originally Posted by quazz To me if you boil down the US to one person he would be a Flyers fan.

07-28-2010, 10:30 AM	#14
Fitty Let's Ride! Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Atlanta, GA Posts: 12,182	Check out www.apriliaforum.com/forums and read up on it. Many engine failures early on, but they did get it worked out eventually. What year is that one? I think the year after Ion's was when they became somewhat dependable, at least compared to the first ones. A friend of mine bought an older one and was going to try to fix it, but ended up selling it to a guy for a parts bike. __________________ "‎Be who you are and say what you feel because those who mind don't matter and those who matter don't mind." Dr. Seuss

07-28-2010, 12:53 PM	#16
wheeliefunfz1 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2009 Posts: 40	Ktm Ktm 990smr my must have bike. 115hp vtwin.

07-28-2010, 03:22 PM	#19
loosenut Now where did that come from? Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Milpitas, CA Posts: 2,533	I test rode the Aprilia 450 in off-road trim shortly after they arrived in the states. More than enough power for off-road work. Not a bike for short people. I can shred twisties on my plates GasGas EC300. The ultimate hooligan bike. 2 stroke, 6 speeds, Ohlins suspension and can be jetted to be smooth or violent. Off-road, some of my friends call me the "Violent Hillbilly". Stand too close and you will get used for traction. __________________ Loosenut A.K.A. Mike YouTube channel - Mike Loosenut 2007 Yamaha FZ1 - Raven. Modded out 2005 GasGas EC300 (with plate), 2004 GasGas Pampera 280 (hers) And the 1975 CB500T Cafe project bike

07-28-2010, 05:06 PM	#20
rafartist Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Indianapolis, IN Posts: 1,898	Thats what im talking about! A converted 2-smoker motard ;) __________________ 07 lineX'd,Dan Moto modded pipe,no flies,chopped box,Tag metals copper bars with SV mounts,HEL lines,punched cat,delrin sliders,15t,no o2,no exup,swingarm mounted tag,hidden key switch,smoke taillight,integrated mirrors,bark busters,Hayabusa headlamp,custom made guage bracket,wrapped headers,pc111 with stage 3 smoothed map,06 R1 forks brakes and shock,08 r1 dog bone to raise the rear,fce,copper shorty levers,soon to be bare bars except for clutch lever and brake setup

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