Piaggio X9 Evolution 500 vs Aprilia Atlantic 500 (2007)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Piaggio X9 Evolution 500stacks up against the Aprilia Atlantic 500. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecPiaggio X9 Evolution 500Aprilia Atlantic 500
Model year20072005
Price
Engine460 cc460 cc
Horsepower39 hp29 hp
Torque43 Nm40 Nm
Seat height31 mm27 mm
Fuel capacity4.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
Front brakesDouble disc. BremoSingle disc
Rear brakesSingle disc. bremoSingle disc
Tires120/70-14 / 150/70-14 120/70-15 / 140/60-14

Piaggio X9 Evolution 500 vs Aprilia Atlantic 500 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Piaggio X9 Evolution 500 and the Aprilia Atlantic 500 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Piaggio X9 Evolution 500 brings 39 hp, while the Aprilia Atlantic 500 counters with 29 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: