Aprilia SXV 5.5 VDB Replica vs Aprilia SXV 5.5 (2013)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Aprilia SXV 5.5 VDB Replicastacks up against the Aprilia SXV 5.5. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecAprilia SXV 5.5 VDB ReplicaAprilia SXV 5.5
Model year20082013
Price
Engine549 cc550 cc
Seat height36 mm36 mm
Fuel capacity2.2 L2.1 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed5-speed
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc. Stainless steel disc with radial caliper.
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc. Stainless steel disc with floating caliper.
Tires120/70-17 / 180/55-17 120/70-17 / 180/55-17

Aprilia SXV 5.5 VDB Replica vs Aprilia SXV 5.5 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Aprilia SXV 5.5 VDB Replica and the Aprilia SXV 5.5 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Aprilia SXV 5.5 VDB Replica brings its published horsepower, while the Aprilia SXV 5.5 counters with its own power figure.

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: