TM Racing SMM 530 F Black Dream vs Aprilia RXV 5.5 (2013)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the TM Racing SMM 530 F Black Dreamstacks up against the Aprilia RXV 5.5. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecTM Racing SMM 530 F Black DreamAprilia RXV 5.5
Model year20042013
Price
Engine528 cc550 cc
Seat height36 mm
Fuel capacity2.4 L2.1 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed5-speed
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc. Floating disc in stainless steel with aluminium flange. Nissin floating caliper.
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc. Stainless steel disc with floating caliper
Tires120/70-ZR17 / 150/60-ZR17 90/90-21 / 140/80-18

TM Racing SMM 530 F Black Dream vs Aprilia RXV 5.5 — which should you buy?

Picking between the TM Racing SMM 530 F Black Dream and the Aprilia RXV 5.5 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the TM Racing SMM 530 F Black Dream 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: