Aprilia ETX 600 vs Suzuki GSX 550 ES (1987)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Aprilia ETX 600stacks up against the Suzuki GSX 550 ES. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecAprilia ETX 600Suzuki GSX 550 ES
Model year19861987
Price
Engine562 cc572 cc
Horsepower49 hp64 hp
Fuel capacity3.4 L4.8 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed6-speed
Front brakesSingle discDual disc
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc
Tires3.00-21 / 5.10-17 100/90-16 / 110/90-18

Aprilia ETX 600 vs Suzuki GSX 550 ES — which should you buy?

Picking between the Aprilia ETX 600 and the Suzuki GSX 550 ES usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Aprilia ETX 600 brings 49 hp, while the Suzuki GSX 550 ES counters with 64 hp.

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: