Aprilia Dealers?

[R7]

Adding or not, you're still buying NEW.

Yes, I'm jealous, so what??

(of course, I disposed of the disposable income in the form of a car payment)

No car payment here! You need to sell the car Chuck...sell the car

I like my 5.5, but it has not been a trouble free relationship. To be fair I have one of the first batch to enter the country, and they are definitely known to have issues. The biggest issue I have had is starting it, especially cold it is a night mare. I have killed the battery more than once trying to start it cold. It is also heavy, almost 300 lbs, compared to even a ktm. Reliability has been not great, unfortunately it is broken right now or I would offer you a test ride. The first day I rode it the sprocket that runs the oil pump came loose and I lost oil pressure on the front straight, I saw the idiot light on the dash,+1 Aprilia, and killed it immediately, and avoided damage. Seacoast fixed it. Several months later the stator came loose, this is covered by a recall, and Seacost fixed it. This past September it spun a crank bearing at the track. I would guess it has something like 1800 miles on it, 85% track riding. This is far short of the 3000 mile recommended rebuild, but I flog it and it has lost oil pressure at least once, so I don't know what that means.

It took me some time and fiddling to get the suspension set up, but I highly recommend the Sachs factory suspension kit. I was also not blown away by the stock brakes, but I am really spoiled by the great brakes on my other bikes.

The motor is great, and it is a lot of fun to ride. It is definitely different to ride than a thumper. Everyone that has ridden it has really enjoyed it. I am not sure what else to say? If you have any specific questions let me know.

Thanks for the info Mike. The more I dig, the more stories I find about the same problems you have listed...even on the 08s I'd love to try one before I buy but those chances seem slim to none. Do you plan on fixxing yours? Those motors sound simply amazing..

SXV 550

Mark,
I thought I heard that an Ape dealer opened in providence? Ask John at Razees about it

Thanks Ken, I have to run to Razees this week at some point for some KTM parts, I'll ask then

[The Snowman]

No car payment here! You need to sell the car Chuck...sell the car]

Yeah, but the car is fun.

There's still the possibility of a race bike in my future.

[rg500]

Thanks for the info Mike. The more I dig, the more stories I find about the same problems you have listed...even on the 08s I'd love to try one before I buy but those chances seem slim to none. Do you plan on fixxing yours? Those motors sound simply amazing..

SXV 550

To be honest it is a bit of a love hate relationship. I really wish they had ironed a few of the bugs out before they released it.

I haven't decided what to do with the bike. I am still figuring out what the cost will be to fix it. AF1 has an '08 crate motor for sale but they want $4400 for it. I hope I can rebuild my motor for less than that. My friend Shaun is talking to someone he knows at Falicon about repairing the crank/rod. They did a great job fixing my DRZ crank, and welding my ktm crank.

I had been thinking about selling it, before it broke. I am not sure what my plans will be if/when I fix it. There is a small chance I will part it out. If so I will have a pile of good parts for sale.

[R7]

To be honest it is a bit of a love hate relationship. I really wish they had ironed a few of the bugs out before they released it.

I haven't decided what to do with the bike. I am still figuring out what the cost will be to fix it. AF1 has an '08 crate motor for sale but they want $4400 for it. I hope I can rebuild my motor for less than that. My friend Shaun is talking to someone he knows at Falicon about repairing the crank/rod. They did a great job fixing my DRZ crank, and welding my ktm crank.

I had been thinking about selling it, before it broke. I am not sure what my plans will be if/when I fix it. There is a small chance I will part it out. If so I will have a pile of good parts for sale.

I saw that crate motor listed, that's a lot of coin.
Let me know if you decide to sell/part it out

[Ecooke21]

Mark,
I thought I heard that an Ape dealer opened in providence? Ask John at Razees about it

I believe they only have aprillia scooters.. no bikes

[R7]

I'm still up in the air on this one and trying hard not to make a purchase without thinking it through again. Shut it Chuck!!
I've gotten a couple prices on 07, 08 and 09 models...I really want a 08/09 but there's a big price gap... I've got time I guess. In another month and a half, the 08 will be a left over

Anyway, thumbs up to all those that mentioned Seacoast, they seem great to deal with and if/when I buy one, I'll probably make the trip to Derry.

[R7]

Man, just when you're almost over something, a smoken deal pops up

This is $1,100 less than the best price I got an a 08 for what it's worth. Someone other than me should buy this bike

SXV 550 on ebay

[eboos]

The Vespa dealer in Providence will start carrying Aprilia real soon. The owner seems pretty cool, we'll see how that goes.

Mark Reynolds at Wagner is a great person to deal with.

[GixerJockey]

Man, just when you're almost over something, a smoken deal pops up

This is $1,100 less than the best price I got an a 08 for what it's worth. Someone other than me should buy this bike

SXV 550 on ebay

Someone buy it and I'll pick it up (ride it just a little bit) and deliver it to you at my earliest convience...

[typeone]

im lusting after the SXV 5.5 as well its on the top of my list for a sumo next season but the issues worry me. im fine working on my bikes but LOTS of similar stories on SMJ and AF1 regarding the 550, '08s included

Husky SMR510 is on top of the list too, just as much maintenance, but seems more reliable.

[SprintPoser]

Roadside Marine has an 09 SXV SM...and it is SICK! I've seen it...as far as deals go, unless you frequent the shop, it depends on what kinda mood Chris is in the day you go in...unless you are looking to trade, then you can haggle a bit.

Jumping in late here, but I gotta say....those bastards raped me on a tire! Over $360 for a tire that didn't even match what they were replacing. I had gotten a large (unrepairable) hole in a brandy new Metzler Sportec rear, and was stuck 150 miles from home with them being the only shop open on a Saturday for miles with ANYTHING to replace a common 180/55-ZR17. I wouldn't mind nearly as much if it was a matching tire, but it wasn't.

They tool full advantage of me and my situation.

[R-S-V]

Good to hear you're getting an ape Mark!

Wagner is probably closer to you but I did not have the greatest service experience with them. Seacoast would be my choice too.

[scottieducati]

Seacoast FTW. They were phenomenal to me with both my RSV and my 848... would not hesitate to send anyone there!

[R7]

Good to hear you're getting an ape Mark!

Wagner is probably closer to you but I did not have the greatest service experience with them. Seacoast would be my choice too.

How have you been Eduardo, been a while?
"If" I get the Ape, it won't be until spring. Honestly though, I got a little over excited about that bike and the more I read about it, the more I'm leaning away from it. That one needs another year or 2 for them to work the bugs out of

[rg500]

"I got a little over excited about that bike and the more I read about it, the more I'm leaning away from it. That one needs another year or 2 for them to work the bugs out of

I hate to say it but I couldn't agree more. You should definitely wait until spring, and ride mine before you make a decision...

[R-S-V]

How have you been Eduardo, been a while?
"If" I get the Ape, it won't be until spring. Honestly though, I got a little over excited about that bike and the more I read about it, the more I'm leaning away from it. That one needs another year or 2 for them to work the bugs out of

Yeah, only check the board every once in a while. Good luck with what ever you end up getting!

[R7]

I hate to say it but I couldn't agree more. You should definitely wait until spring, and ride mine before you make a decision...

That's an awesome offer Mike So I take it you're going to fix it?

[rg500]

I am still waiting to hear back from Falicon, but I imagine I will fix it. I really hate the idea of parting any bike out.

I am still contemplating selling it. There are a couple of new bikes out that have caught my eye, but I am in no hurry to make a decision now.

[Tricky Mike]

I am still waiting to hear back from Falicon, but I imagine I will fix it. I really hate the idea of parting any bike out.

I am still contemplating selling it. There are a couple of new bikes out that have caught my eye, but I am in no hurry to make a decision now.

Busy time of the year for them, I imagine. I need to get my Katoom crank in the mail.
Bummer about the Ape. You had some hot parts on it, though... worst case scenario being a "part out" I bet you'd make out OK.
The real question, though is what's been catching your eye? :

[rg500]

You are probably right, but I would still rather sell it as a running bike.

I have been liking the rc8,848, and the new r1. I could also be tempted by a great deal on an s4rs.

[rg500]

Mark, Gbm in Arlington has an '07 550 svx they took in trade on one of the bmw 450's. It has very low miles. I was told they were looking to get somewhere in the $7000 range for it.

[DuncanMoto]

Didn't one of those 2007 SVX models have an engine problem? I would call Seacoast to follow up on that. I was looking at them about 1 year ago and found some (meaning more than one) 2007 SVX bikes on ebay with replaced engines less than a year old. I believe what I had read was in 2008 the engine design has been fixed. 2007 engines were dealt with under warrantee. I was about to buy one for $5,000 that the engine was bad and the seller didn't want to wait for the warrantee replacement. Don't believe me, just investigate first.

Mark, Gbm in Arlington has an '07 550 svx they took in trade on one of the bmw 450's. It has very low miles. I was told they were looking to get somewhere in the $7000 range for it.

[rg500]

The early bikes definitely have problems, but unfortunately so do the newer ones. You can tell if the engine has been replaced/repaired by the color of the sealant between the case halves. I forget which is the color you want. My 2006 never sprang the leaks that most people complain about, but it did lose the oil pump drive sprocket, and the stator came loose, both problems were fixed under warranty by seacoast.

[Kid Thunder]

The Providence Aprilia dealer is open now. Mostly scooters in the showroom but they have an RSV & a Tuouo. it's actually in North Prov. Providence Motorsports, 1670 Mineral Spring Ave.(at Douglas Ave.) North Prov. 02904.
PH # 401-490-0591. I talked to Cindy Brown, General Manager. Sounds like good people.
There are still waiting for a new sign so look closely. I think they will start advertising after New Years.
As of Wagner I think they are over priced on service. Mark Reynolds is a great guy. I bought my 2003 Tuono from him when he had his owner dealer but sold out to Wagner. Not happy with the rest of them.
Seacoast is the best! Fair price for great work. Jeese & Charles are great. Went out of there way for me & I didn't even buy my bike there!

[R7]

Mark, Gbm in Arlington has an '07 550 svx they took in trade on one of the bmw 450's. It has very low miles. I was told they were looking to get somewhere in the $7000 range for it.

Thanks for the heads up Mike. If/when I do get one, it'll have to be an 08 or newer. For what it's worth, Seacoast quoted me $6,899 for a brand new 07 left over with a 1 year warranty

Didn't one of those 2007 SVX models have an engine problem? I would call Seacoast to follow up on that. I was looking at them about 1 year ago and found some (meaning more than one) 2007 SVX bikes on ebay with replaced engines less than a year old. I believe what I had read was in 2008 the engine design has been fixed. 2007 engines were dealt with under warrantee. I was about to buy one for $5,000 that the engine was bad and the seller didn't want to wait for the warrantee replacement. Don't believe me, just investigate first.

The 08 engine has stronger/thicker engine cases and a redesigned starter. Those were the 2 major issues from what I've read on the 06 and 07 models. The 08 still isn't perfect but is a big improvement over the 06 and 07..again just from what I've read on the Aprilia forum.

I'd still love to have one but can't afford another streetbike now, so I'd have to give up my R1 for one. The R1 has proven reliability, the SXV has proven failures...it's a no brainer for me