Aprilia Atlantic 500 vs Sym Maxsym TL (2020)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Aprilia Atlantic 500stacks up against the Sym Maxsym TL. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecAprilia Atlantic 500Sym Maxsym TL
Model year20052020
Price
Engine460 cc465 cc
Horsepower29 hp40 hp
Torque40 Nm43 Nm
Seat height27 mm31 mm
Fuel capacity3.3 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
Front brakesSingle discDouble disc. Optional ABS
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc. Optional ABS
Tires120/70-15 / 140/60-14 120/70-15 / 160/60-14

Aprilia Atlantic 500 vs Sym Maxsym TL — which should you buy?

Picking between the Aprilia Atlantic 500 and the Sym Maxsym TL usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Aprilia Atlantic 500 brings 29 hp, while the Sym Maxsym TL counters with 40 hp.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: