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SXV 550 2008 - Wet

Tuned for Circuit de Lohéac - adds: asphalt, technical

Aprilia SXV 550 2008 - 75 kg, Intermediate, Neutral, Wet - Circuit de Lohéac

Set this first

Most important change

Fork: Compression

Stock value
12 clicks
Recommended
15 clicks
Change
3 clicks softer than stock

clicks out from fully closed

Reason: condition Wet - Circuit de Lohéac

How to test it: Change Compression only, nothing else. Then ride the same section or the same number of laps as before and watch whether exactly the behaviour that bothers you changes. If it gets worse or less settled, put the value back.

Key values

17 confirmed settings available.

Source

Computed from factory specs and your factors

Last reviewed: no release date - this starting value was computed, not measured.

All recommended changes

In order, biggest deviation from the stock value first. Take them one at a time.

  1. Fork: Compression3 clicks softer than stock

    12 clicks15 clicksclicks out from fully closed

    Reason: condition Wet - Circuit de Lohéac

    How to test it

    Change Compression only, nothing else. Then ride the same section or the same number of laps as before and watch whether exactly the behaviour that bothers you changes. If it gets worse or less settled, put the value back.

  2. Shock: Low-speed compression3 clicks softer than stock

    12 clicks15 clicksclicks out from fully closed

    Reason: condition Wet - Circuit de Lohéac

    How to test it

    Change Low-speed compression only, nothing else. Then ride the same section or the same number of laps as before and watch whether exactly the behaviour that bothers you changes. If it gets worse or less settled, put the value back.

  3. Fork: Rebound2 clicks softer than stock

    12 clicks14 clicksclicks out from fully closed

    Reason: condition Wet - Circuit de Lohéac

    How to test it

    Change Rebound only, nothing else. Then ride the same section or the same number of laps as before and watch whether exactly the behaviour that bothers you changes. If it gets worse or less settled, put the value back.

  4. Shock: Rebound2 clicks softer than stock

    12 clicks14 clicksclicks out from fully closed

    Reason: condition Wet - Circuit de Lohéac

    How to test it

    Change Rebound only, nothing else. Then ride the same section or the same number of laps as before and watch whether exactly the behaviour that bothers you changes. If it gets worse or less settled, put the value back.

  5. Tire: Rear tire pressure0.1 bar less than stock

    1.8 bar1.7 bar

    Reason: condition Wet - Circuit de Lohéac

    How to test it

    Change Rear tire pressure only, nothing else. Then ride the same section or the same number of laps as before and watch whether exactly the behaviour that bothers you changes. If it gets worse or less settled, put the value back.

  6. Tire: Front tire pressure0.1 bar less than stock

    2 bar1.9 bar

    Reason: condition Wet - Circuit de Lohéac

    How to test it

    Change Front tire pressure only, nothing else. Then ride the same section or the same number of laps as before and watch whether exactly the behaviour that bothers you changes. If it gets worse or less settled, put the value back.

  7. Shock: Spring rate2 N/mm less than stock

    95 N/mm93 N/mm

    Reason: condition Wet - Circuit de Lohéac

    How to test it

    Change Spring rate only, nothing else. Then ride the same section or the same number of laps as before and watch whether exactly the behaviour that bothers you changes. If it gets worse or less settled, put the value back.

  8. Fork: Spring rate0.1 N/mm less than stock

    4.8 N/mm4.7 N/mm

    Reason: condition Wet - Circuit de Lohéac

    How to test it

    Change Spring rate only, nothing else. Then ride the same section or the same number of laps as before and watch whether exactly the behaviour that bothers you changes. If it gets worse or less settled, put the value back.

All technical values

Complete settings, technical data, components, gearing and geometry - including the adjusters that exist on the bike but do not carry a confirmed value yet.

17 confirmed values
BrakeBrembo Supermoto Radial 4-Piston Caliper
Brake lever position3 notchOEM
ChainOEM Chain
Chain length114 linksOEM
ChassisOEM Frame
Fork height in clampstube protrusion above top clamp5 ringOEM
ClutchOEM Wet Multiplate Clutch
ForkMarzocchi Shiver 45 mm USD Fork
Compressionclicks out from fully closed15 clicks +3computed
Reboundclicks out from fully closed14 clicks +2computed
Spring rate4.7 N/mm -0.1computed
HandlebarOEM Handlebar
ShockSachs Piggyback Monoshock
Sagloaded, rider in gear28 mmOEM
Static sagwithout load8 mmOEM
High-speed compressionclicks out from fully closed1.5 turnsOEM
Low-speed compressionclicks out from fully closed15 clicks +3computed
Reboundclicks out from fully closed14 clicks +2computed
Spring rate93 N/mm -2computed
SwingarmOEM Aluminium Swingarm
Rear Axle PostionOffset from middle of adjustment range0 mmOEM
TireOEM Supermoto Tyres 17"
Front tire pressure1.9 bar (27.56 psi) -0.1computed
Rear tire pressure1.7 bar (24.66 psi) -0.1computed
TransmissionOEM Final Drive
Front sprocket16 teethOEM
Rear sprocket44 teethOEM

After the ride

Tested a change? Record what happened. LAISA stores it against this bike and this condition. The recommendation above does not adapt to it automatically yet.

About this baseline

For a 75 kg Intermediate rider with a Neutral style, the Wet baseline for the Aprilia SXV 550 2008 at Circuit de Lohéac shifts 8 of 17 computed settings away from the OEM standard. The biggest shifts: Compression 15 clicks (+3 vs OEM), Low-speed compression 15 clicks (+3 vs OEM). All values are computed from OEM defaults and your rider and condition factors.

Value provenance: OEM = manufacturer specification · verified = confirmed by an expert · reviewed = editorially reviewed reference · community = confirmed by the community (median of at least three public setups) · computed = automatically derived by the LAISA engine. Automatically extracted and unconfirmed values never appear on public pages.

No public community setups yet for this bike and condition.

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Backing it in: releasing the brake and clutch - brakingKart-track lines: square it off and trail brake - corneringBody position for sliding the rear - body-position

Matching protective gear

The right setup is half the job - the other half is protective gear matched to the discipline and conditions.

Acerbis Motocross-Helm Airstrike-C
HelmetFits the discipline
Acerbis Motocross-Helm Airstrike-C
ECE 22.06
Acerbis Handschuhe Carbon G 5.0
GlovesFits the discipline
Acerbis Handschuhe Carbon G 5.0
Level 2Level 1
Alpinestars 2026 Tech 7 Enduro Drystar® Stiefel Black Dark Gray Gold
BootsFits the discipline
Alpinestars 2026 Tech 7 Enduro Drystar® Stiefel Black Dark Gray Gold
CE

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Gear for these conditions

Frequently asked questions

What is a good Wet setup for the Aprilia SXV 550 2008?

For a 75 kg Intermediate rider with a Neutral style, the Wet baseline for the Aprilia SXV 550 2008 at Circuit de Lohéac shifts 8 of 17 computed settings away from the OEM standard. The biggest shifts: Compression 15 clicks (+3 vs OEM), Low-speed compression 15 clicks (+3 vs OEM).

How much race sag for the Aprilia SXV 550 2008?

As a starting point, 28 mm of race sag at 75 kg rider weight. Measure with a helper and set it via spring preload.

What tire pressure for the Aprilia SXV 550 2008 in Wet conditions?

As a starting point: 1.9 bar front, 1.7 bar rear - computed for a 75 kg Intermediate rider. Check cold and adjust in small steps by feel.

What gearing (sprockets) does the Aprilia SXV 550 2008 run?

As a starting point, 16 teeth front / 44 teeth rear. For more acceleration go larger at the rear (or smaller at the front); for more top speed, the reverse.

Are these values safe to ride?

Baseline values are starting points generated from OEM defaults, rider weight, skill, style and conditions - not safety guarantees. Verify on the bike, adjust step by step and ride within your limits.

Baseline values are starting points generated from OEM defaults, rider weight, skill, style, and condition - or lifted from an expert/verified setup where one exists (see the provenance badge). They are not safety guarantees. Verify on the bike and ride within your limits.