Aprilia RXV550

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Aprilia RXV 550
Manufacturer
Production 2006 - 2014
Class Enduro
Engine
liquid-cooled, four-stroke, V-Twin
Bore / Stroke 78.7mm x 78.7mm
Compression ratio 12.0:1
Horsepower 70.0 HP (52.2 KW) @ 13000RPM
Torque 48.68 ft/lbs (66.0 Nm) @ 10900RPM
Spark Plug NGK CR8EKB[1]
Battery YUASA YTX7A-BS[1]
Transmission Gear box: gears

Final Drive: chain

Clutch: wet multi-disc, manual
Final Drive Chain: 520x
Front Sprocket 15T
Rear Sprocket 48T
Suspension Front: dual-adjustable 45mm upside-down fork
Rear: adjustable monoshock
Brakes Front: single 270mm disc, 4-piston caliper
Rear: single 240mm disc, 2-piston caliper
Front Tire 90/90-21 `06-09, 12[1]
Rear Tire 140/80-18 `06-09, 12[1]
Wheelbase 58.9 inches (1496 mm)
Length 87.4 inches (2220 mm)
Width 31.5 inches (800 mm)
Seat Height 36.1 inches (917 mm)
Weight 129.0 kg (wet)
Fuel Capacity 0.53 Gallon (2.00 Liters)
Related Aprilia SXV550
Manuals Service Manual


The Aprilia RXV 550 was a liquid-cooled, four-stroke, V-Twin Enduro motorcycle produced by Aprilia between 2007 and 2014. Max torque was 48.68 ft/lbs (66.0 Nm) @ 10900 RPM. Claimed horsepower was 70.0 HP (52.2 KW) @ 13000 RPM.

Engine[edit | edit source]

A 78.7mm bore x 78.7mm stroke result in a displacement of just 549.0 cubic centimeters.

Drive[edit | edit source]

The bike has a gears transmission. Power was moderated via the wet multi-disc, manual.

Chassis[edit | edit source]

It came with a 90/90 - 21 front tire and a 140/80 -18 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via single 270mm disc, 4-piston caliper in the front and a single 240mm disc, 2-piston caliper in the rear. The front suspension was a dual-adjustable 45mm upside-down fork while the rear was equipped with a adjustable monoshock. The RXV 550 was fitted with a 0.53 Gallon (2.00 Liters) fuel tank. The wheelbase was 58.9 inches (1496 mm) long.

2007 Aprilia RXV 550[edit | edit source]

2007 Aprilia RXV 550

The 2007 MY Aprilia RXV 550 has, at its heart, a liquid-cooled, four-stroke, 549cc, V-Twin powerhouse mated to a five-speed manual transmission, and can produce a claimed 70 horsepower and 66 Nm of torque.

It comes standard with a dual-adjustable 45mm upside-down fork, an adjustable monoshock as a rear suspension, front and rear wave disc brakes, laced wheels with knobby tires mounted on them, a race-derived livery, and an Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) system.


2008 Aprilia RXV 550[edit | edit source]

2008 Aprilia RXV 550

The biggest step up from the previous versions of the Aprilia RXV 550 machine is the electronic engine management system. This nifty off-road beast is now offered with two mappings which allow riders to tailor the response of the mill according tho their skill and to the riding scenario.

The Soft mapping offers a more gradual power delivery for bike core control over challenging surfaces. The Hard one is a full-power, savage explosion of thrust at the riders' disposal, excellent for skilled off-roaders and racers.


2009 Aprilia RXV 550[edit | edit source]

2009 Aprilia RXV 550

A half-liter (and more) machine for off-road fun, the 2008 RXV 550 is the bigger ans more powerful sibling of the RXV 450. This machines retains the full savage character of the 450 version, but adds even more grunt to the off-road game.

Still loaded with race-derived technologies and parts, and aiming to offer top-drawer performance when the going gets tough, the 2008 Aprilia RXV 550 also sports new, lighter swingarm and rear subframe, a new, lower seat, a new throttle control system and a new, lighter rear caliper.


2010 Aprilia RXV 550[edit | edit source]

2010 Aprilia RXV 550 2010 Aprilia RXV 550

The bigger brother of the RXV 4.5, the 2009 RXV 550 is the top dog in Aprilia's enduro motorcycles segment. The bike is ready to race out of the box, as Aprilia loaded it with revised components which add to the terrainability and handling, aiming to provide riders with even more control and traction on difficult tracks.

Ride by wire, multiple engine mappings, lighter components and racing-grade brakes, they all add to the overall off-road experience and provide both professional and enthusiast riders with more fun thanks to the maxed-out dependability and performance.


2011 Aprilia RXV 550[edit | edit source]

2011 Aprilia RXV 550 2011 Aprilia RXV 550

A half-liter enduro bike may sound like a pretty decent bike for the average rider, but those who threw a leg over the Aprilia RXV 550 know that such motorcycles may be the devil incarnate. Derived from, and using many components engineered for the Aprilia racing program, the 2010 RXV 550 is lighter and the engine sends less vibrations to the aluminum-steel hybrid frame.

The electrical system, brakes and dash are "ready-to-race", whereas the numerous improvements and revisions add more to the nimble character and dependability. If a Enduro World Championship-like bike is your thing, the 2010 RXV 550 is here to deliver.


2012 Aprilia RXV 550[edit | edit source]

The 2012 MY Aprilia RXV 550 is a big-bore, powerful enduro machine capable of tackling any track and rugged terrain imaginable. It boasts standard features such as a dual-adjustable 45mm upside-down fork, an adjustable monoshock as a rear suspension, front and rear wave disc brakes, laced wheels with knobby tires mounted on them, a race-derived livery, and an Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) system.

In the tech/engine department, it sports a liquid-cooled, four-stroke, 549cc, V-Twin powerhouse mated to a five-speed manual transmission, and can produce a claimed 70 horsepower and 66 Nm of torque.


2013 Aprilia RXV 550[edit | edit source]

The 2013 MY Aprlila RXV 550 sports a liquid-cooled, four-stroke, 549cc, V-Twin powerplant paired to a five-speed manual transmission, and can reach a maximum power output of 70 horsepower and 66 Nm of torque.

The key features for this big-bore enduro bike would be the dual-adjustable 45mm upside-down fork, an adjustable monoshock as a rear suspension, front and rear wave disc brakes, laced wheels with knobby tires mounted on them, a race-derived livery, and an Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) system.


2014 Aprilia RXV 550[edit | edit source]

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The 2014 MY Aprilia RXV 550 is arguably, one of the most powerful enduro machines in its class, and comes standard with features such as a dual-adjustable 45mm upside-down fork, an adjustable monoshock as a rear suspension, front and rear wave disc brakes, laced wheels with knobby tires mounted on them, a race-derived livery, and an Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) system.

In the tech/engine department, it sports a liquid-cooled, four-stroke, 549cc, V-Twin engine mated to a five-speed manual transmission, and can produce a claimed 70 horsepower and 66 Nm of torque.



Specifications[edit | edit source]

Make Model Aprilia RXV 550
Year 2006
Engine Liquid cooled, four stroke, 77° V-twin cylinder,
Capacity 549
Bore x Stroke 80 x 55 mm
Compression Ratio 12.0:1
Induction Integrated engine management system controlling ignition and fuel injection. Throttle body: 40 mm
Ignition / Starting Electronic / electric
Max Power 70 hp @ 13000 rpm
Max Torque 65.9 Nm @ 10900 rpm
Transmission / Drive 5 Speed / chain
Frame Steel perimeter frame with alloy vertical members
Front Suspension 45 mm upside down fork, double adjustment
Rear Suspension Box section aluminum swingarm with cast body, Hydraulic monoshock with compression and rebound adjustment
Front Brakes Single 270mm disc 4 piston caliper
Rear Brakes Single 240mm disc 2 piston caliper
Front Tyre 90/90 -21
Rear Tyre 140/80 -18
Dry-Weight 129 kg
Fuel Capacity 7.8 Liters

References[edit | edit source]

  1. 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 2019 Western Power Sports Catalog. Western Power Sports. 2019.