Husqvarna SM 530RR vs Aprilia RXV 5.5 (2013)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Husqvarna SM 530RRstacks up against the Aprilia RXV 5.5. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHusqvarna SM 530RRAprilia RXV 5.5
Model year20102013
Price
Engine532 cc550 cc
Seat height36 mm
Fuel capacity1.9 L2.1 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed
Front brakesSingle disc. Wave design Braking discSingle disc. Floating disc in stainless steel with aluminium flange. Nissin floating caliper.
Rear brakesSingle disc. Wave design Braking discSingle disc. Stainless steel disc with floating caliper
Tires90/90-21 / 140/80-18

Husqvarna SM 530RR vs Aprilia RXV 5.5 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Husqvarna SM 530RR and the Aprilia RXV 5.5 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Husqvarna SM 530RR brings its published horsepower, while the Aprilia RXV 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: