TM Racing SMX 530 F Competition vs Aprilia SXV 5.5 VDB Replica (2008)

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

Spec comparison

SpecTM Racing SMX 530 F CompetitionAprilia SXV 5.5 VDB Replica
Model year20072008
Price
Engine528 cc549 cc
Seat height36 mm
Fuel capacity2.1 L2.2 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed5-speed
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc
Tires120/70-17 / 180/55-17

TM Racing SMX 530 F Competition vs Aprilia SXV 5.5 VDB Replica — which should you buy?

Picking between the TM Racing SMX 530 F Competition and the Aprilia SXV 5.5 VDB Replica usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the TM Racing SMX 530 F Competition brings its published horsepower, while the Aprilia SXV 5.5 VDB Replica 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: