I was going to buy an 08 SXV55. but issues with the case leaks, starter, etc. etc. scared me away. alot of these issues appears to be solved with the 08 models. however, this is a race bike that requires ALOT of maintenance. there are also other quirks you have to live with.
the 690 was just alot more streetable and has the durability I need. it's the best performing bike that can take day to day usage. Plus the depreciation on the ape adds to the cost.
here's the ape's maintenance list.
END OF RUN-IN PERIOD 500 KM (311 MILES)
Throttle body assembly bolt torque - check
Throttle bodies - Synchronisation
Air filter and filter case - Check and cleaning
Fuel lines - Check condition and position
Idle speed adjustment - Check
Gearbox oil - Change
Clutch control - Check and adjust
Coolant level in radiator and expansion tank - Check
Engine oil and engine oil filter - Change
Oil pipes - Check condition and position
Throttle cables - Adjustment
Cold-start key - Adjustment
Brake fluid level - Check
Brake pipes - Check condition and tightness
Brake system screws torque - Check
Light operation/direction
Electrical system operation - Check
Tyre condition and pressure - Check
Wheel bearings clearance - Check
Wheel spokes and rim coaxiality - Check tension
Tightening of wheel pin nuts and screws - Check
Engine mounting bolt torque - Check
Tightening of chassis screws and nuts - Check
Fork - Check for sealing and operation
Tightening of fork plates and feet screws - Check
Shock absorber pins tightening - Check
Shock absorber - Check for sealing and operation
Steering bearings - Check and adjust
Headstock dust guards - Cleaning
Drive chain - Tension
Sealed link, chain sprocket and chain guide - Check for wear
Chain - lubricate
EVERY 3000 KM (1864 MILES)
Throttle body assembly bolt torque - check
Throttle bodies - Synchronisation
Air filter and filter case - Check and cleaning
Fuel lines - Check condition and position
Idle speed adjustment - Check
Gearbox oil - Change
Clutch springs - Check length
Clutch discs - Check for wear
Clutch control - Check and adjust
Coolant level in radiator and expansion tank - Check
System sealing - Check
Engine oil and engine oil filter - Change
Oil pipes - Check condition and position
Throttle cables - Adjustment
Cold-start key - Adjustment
Brake fluid level - Check
Brake pipes - Check condition and tightness
Brake system screws torque - Check
Brake discs thickness - Check
Brake pad thickness - Check
Electrical contacts and switches - Treatment with contact activator spray
Battery connections - Greasing
Light operation/direction
Electrical system operation - Check
Exhaust system - Check for leaks and alignment
Tyre condition and pressure - Check
Wheel bearings - check
Wheel spokes and rim coaxiality - Check tension
Tightening of wheel pin nuts and screws - Check
Engine mounting bolt torque - Check
Tightening of chassis screws and nuts - Check
Fork dust guards - Cleaning
Fork struts - Bleed
Fork - Check for sealing and operation
Tightening of fork plates and feet screws - Check
Shock absorber pins tightening - Check
Shock absorber - Check for sealing and operation
Steering bearing clearance - Check
EVERY 6000 KM (3728 MILES)
Paper air filter - Replacement
Spark plugs - Replacement
EVERY 9000 KM (5592 MILES)
Complete transmission - Check for wear
Pressure relief and non-return valve spring - Check
Cylinder liners - Check for wear
Connecting rods and main bushings - Check for wear
Start-up gears - Check for wear
Oil pump gears - Check
Head lubrication nozzles - Cleaning
Pistons and piston rings - Replacement
Piston pin - Check
Cam rockers - Radial check
Valve lifter - Check
Camshaft wear - Check
Camshaft bearings - Check
Valve seat sealing - Check
Valves - Check for wear
Valve clearance - Check and adjust
Valve guides - check for wear
Spring washers, caps, bowls - Check for wear
Chain tightener toothing - Check for wear
Valve springs - check length
Timing chain - Stretching measurement
Drive chain sliders - Check for wear
Fuel pump - Check
Fork - Comprehensive maintenance
Fork oil - Replacement
Shock absorber - Comprehensive maintenance
Crankshaft and connecting rod bearing clearance - Check
Chain guide slider - Check for wear
Chain guide eye - Check for wear
Chain tightener roller - Check for wear
Chain tightener slider - Check for wear
END OF RUN-IN PERIOD AND EVERY 3 HOURS OF OPERATION
Throttle body assembly bolt torque - check
Throttle bodies - Synchronisation
Air filter and filter case - Check and cleaning
Fuel lines - Check condition and position
Idle speed adjustment - Check
Gearbox oil - Change
Clutch control - Check and adjust
Coolant level in radiator and expansion tank - Check
Engine oil and engine oil filter - Change
Oil pipes - Check condition and position
Throttle cables - Adjustment
Cold-start key - Adjustment
Brake fluid level - Check
Brake pipes - Check condition and tightness
Brake system screws torque - Check
Light operation/direction
Electrical system operation - Check
Tyre condition and pressure - Check
Wheel bearings clearance - Check
Wheel spokes and rim coaxiality - Check tension
Tightening of wheel pin nuts and screws - Check
Engine mounting bolt torque - Check
Tightening of chassis screws and nuts - Check
Fork - Check for sealing and operation
Tightening of fork plates and feet screws - Check
Shock absorber pins tightening - Check
Shock absorber - Check for sealing and operation
Steering bearings - Check and adjust
Headstock dust guards - Cleaning
Drive chain - Tension
Sealed link, chain sprocket and chain guide - Check for wear
Chain - lubricate
EVERY 15 HOURS OF OPERATION
Throttle body assembly bolt torque - check
Throttle bodies - Synchronisation
Air filter and filter case - Check and cleaning
Fuel lines - Check condition and position
Idle speed adjustment - Check
Gearbox oil - Change
Clutch springs - Check length
Clutch discs - Check for wear
Clutch control - Check and adjust
Coolant level in radiator and expansion tank - Check
System sealing - Check
Engine oil and engine oil filter - Change
Oil pipes - Check condition and position
Throttle cables - Adjustment
Cold-start key - Adjustment
Brake fluid level - Check
Brake pipes - Check condition and tightness
Brake system screws torque - Check
Brake discs thickness - Check
Brake pad thickness - Check
Electrical contacts and switches - Treatment with contact activator spray
Battery connections - Greasing
Light operation/direction
Electrical system operation - Check
Exhaust system - Check for leaks and alignment
Tyre condition and pressure - Check
Wheel bearings - check
Wheel spokes and rim coaxiality - Check tension
Tightening of wheel pin nuts and screws - Check
Engine mounting bolt torque - Check
Tightening of chassis screws and nuts - Check
Fork dust guards - Cleaning
Fork struts - Bleed
Fork - Check for sealing and operation
Tightening of fork plates and feet screws - Check
Shock absorber pins tightening - Check
Shock absorber - Check for sealing and operation
Steering bearing clearance - Check
Headstock dust guards - Cleaning
Drive chain - Tension
Sealed link, chain sprocket and chain guide - Check for wear
Steering bearings - Lubricate
Clutch lever pin - Lubricate
Throttle cables - Lubricate
Rider footrest bolts - Lubricate
Chain - lubricate
Rear suspension linkage system - Lubricate
Side stand bolt - Lubricate
Front wheel bolt and bearings - Lubricate
Rear fork bolt - Lubricate
Rear wheel bolt and bearings - Lubricate
EVERY 60 HOURS OF OPERATION
Paper air filter - Replacement
Spark plugs - Replacement
EVERY 90 HOURS OF OPERATION
Complete transmission - Check for wear
Pressure relief and non-return valve spring - Check
Cylinder liners - Check for wear
Connecting rods and main bushings - Check for wear
Start-up gears - Check for wear
Oil pump gears - Check
Head lubrication nozzles - Cleaning
Pistons and piston rings - Replacement
Piston pin - Check
Cam rockers - Radial check
Valve lifter - Check
Camshaft wear - Check
Camshaft bearings - Check
Valve seat sealing - Check
Valves - Check for wear
Valve clearance - Check and adjust
Valve guides - check for wear
Spring washers, caps, bowls - Check for wear
Chain tightener toothing - Check for wear
Valve springs - check length
Timing chain - Stretching measurement
Drive chain sliders - Check for wear
Fuel pump - Check
Fork - Comprehensive maintenance
Fork oil - Replacement
Shock absorber - Comprehensive maintenance
Crankshaft and connecting rod bearing clearance - Check
Chain guide slider - Check for wear
Chain guide eye - Check for wear
Chain tightener roller - Check for wear
Chain tightener slider - Check for wear
RECOMMENDED PRODUCTS TABLE SXV 450 - 550
Product Description Specifications
AGIP RACING 4T 10W-60 Engine oil Use top-branded oils that meet or exceed the
CCMC G-4 API SG. SAE 10W-60
specifications requirements
AGIP RACING 4T 10W-60 Gearbox oil -
AGIP PERMANENT SPEZIAL Coolant Biodegradable coolant, ready for use, with
"long life" technology and characteristics
(pink). Freezing protection up to -40° (-40°F).
In compliance with the CUNA 956-16 standard.