Suzuki SV650s

91TPU · 05-01-2007, 10:03 PM

this is not a for sale thread or a wtb thread, just looking for some ideas

ok ive been a dirt bike rider for as long as i can remember, but within the past 5 years ive really been drawn to street riding, but could never afford a street bike...well with my credit being pretty good these days im pretty sure i could get a loan if i wanted to, and ill be working again soon so i should be able to afford 6 months of insurance on a motorcycle with no problem...it would also really help when it comes to gas mileage, esp with prices that are gonna go high as hell this summer...

ok, for the kinda rider that i am, im not a speed demon, ive learned my lessons with accidents etc...when i ride my dirt bike i ride hard, but im not a 2 stroke rider, i ride a 2001 drz250. its quick, but no where near really fast...that is about what im looking for in a street bike, which leads me to a sv650...its not a crotch rocket persay, which im trying to stay away from, but i also dont want a cruiser or sport tourer...i really like the naked bike style, and i really like the sv650...it seems to fit my riding style, idea, etc very well...

what do you guys think, for those of you that have bikes, preferably 600's, 650's, and 750's gimme your opinions on your bikes...no i will not buy a 1000, im an experience dirt rider, but new to the street, so a 1000 is out of the question...that and im really not looking for speed, im looking for reliability, functionabilty, and enjoyability...speed, acceleration, racing, stunts are not my thing, i just wanna ride and enjoy it...

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Trumpfan · 05-01-2007, 10:10 PM

They're good bikes, good handing even though the suspension is not that adjustable, when your done with it on the street you can take it racin' too

Look at the CB600 Hornet, Kawi Z750 and the Yamaha FZ6 too.

PS I bought a 2006 Speed Triple--It always best to ride Naked....

yotawheelin95 · 05-01-2007, 10:11 PM

Suzuki gsx600 or 750 katana is waht im in the market for. Its a sport tourer very comfy to ride for longer trips and they are georgous bikes.

91TPU · 05-01-2007, 10:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by yotawheelin95

Suzuki gsx600 or 750 katana is waht im in the market for. Its a sport tourer very comfy to ride for longer trips and they are georgous bikes.

im gonna be honest im not a huge guy, and im pretty flexible, but i felt so cramped on the gsxr600, my ankles dont have a lot of flex in them, and shifting was hard for me on that bike

Trumpfan · 05-01-2007, 10:35 PM

I think your confusing the GSX-R-600 and the GSX-600, the GSX (not the R) is more of a sport tourer it has an old school GSXR air/oil cooled engine, higher bars and lower pegs than the R. But its full fairing as opposed to being nekkid.

BeachRNR · 05-02-2007, 04:39 AM

SV is a great bike and I am sure you will be happy with it. Great useable power, comfortable, easy to ride, and lots of aftermarket to hop it up when you get the itch.

pat161 · 05-02-2007, 04:57 AM

I'll second the above response. SV650's are great bikes, good handling, great motor, fairly comfortable over the road and plenty reliable. I personally ride an 03 SV1000N and absolutely love it, this is my first V and the useable torque and personality of this motor blow away all the inline 4's I've had before. Not saying I'll beat a liter class inline, but out of a corner I might just leave them behind, not that I ride like that much. The SV650 will move right along, though it is not going to be a rocket, so that will work for you. I recomend a new model as they upgraded quite a few things recently, they now have the aluminum frame, liquid cooling and fuel injection IIRC. As for MPG, if I ride conservatively on my 1000 I can get about 50, normally I see a tad over 40, so I imagine a 650 will do even better.

91TPU · 05-02-2007, 08:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Trumpfan

I think your confusing the GSX-R-600 and the GSX-600, the GSX (not the R) is more of a sport tourer it has an old school GSXR air/oil cooled engine, higher bars and lower pegs than the R. But its full fairing as opposed to being nekkid.

i did confuse the two...my bad...thats what i get for reading too fast lol..

91TPU · 05-02-2007, 08:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by pat161

I'll second the above response. SV650's are great bikes, good handling, great motor, fairly comfortable over the road and plenty reliable. I personally ride an 03 SV1000N and absolutely love it, this is my first V and the useable torque and personality of this motor blow away all the inline 4's I've had before. Not saying I'll beat a liter class inline, but out of a corner I might just leave them behind, not that I ride like that much. The SV650 will move right along, though it is not going to be a rocket, so that will work for you. I recomend a new model as they upgraded quite a few things recently, they now have the aluminum frame, liquid cooling and fuel injection IIRC. As for MPG, if I ride conservatively on my 1000 I can get about 50, normally I see a tad over 40, so I imagine a 650 will do even better.

i did notice the newer ones, prolly 2005 and up were liquid cooled, but i didnt really look to see when they swapped over to EFI rather then carbed, id prefer electronic fuel injection, and i would def prefer liquid cooled just incase im sitting in traffic one day...

91TPU · 05-02-2007, 09:29 AM

bumpity bump for people with exp and more ideas...

WT · 05-02-2007, 11:28 AM

Well I picked up a Yamaha FZ6 back in 04 when they first hit the states and at the time I was on the fence between the SV650 and the FZ6, I ended up with the FZ6 due to a few things I prefered on it. Looks, rear under exhuast, and center stand to name a few things. Its a great all around bike and its only as fast as you twist your wrist but it keep up with many 600 or fast bikes out there. I didn't go with the SV due to engine type. Just to tourque for a better work for in the city riding or just slow ridding, also the bikes over all size seemed small to me maybe it was the smallish tires on the bike were the FZ6 has a nice setup and looks well balanced. Give it a look see and see what you think maybe even go sit on one if you can. I know there are always guys selling the 04-06 models as a good price on the forum I am on now and then.

Edit:
Oh found a older thread were I posted some pics of it on the back of the Runner...
http://www.yotatech.com/showthread.php?t=42416

91TPU · 05-02-2007, 02:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by WT

Well I picked up a Yamaha FZ6 back in 04 when they first hit the states and at the time I was on the fence between the SV650 and the FZ6, I ended up with the FZ6 due to a few things I prefered on it. Looks, rear under exhuast, and center stand to name a few things. Its a great all around bike and its only as fast as you twist your wrist but it keep up with many 600 or fast bikes out there. I didn't go with the SV due to engine type. Just to tourque for a better work for in the city riding or just slow ridding, also the bikes over all size seemed small to me maybe it was the smallish tires on the bike were the FZ6 has a nice setup and looks well balanced. Give it a look see and see what you think maybe even go sit on one if you can. I know there are always guys selling the 04-06 models as a good price on the forum I am on now and then.

Edit:
Oh found a older thread were I posted some pics of it on the back of the Runner...
http://www.yotatech.com/showthread.php?t=42416

it looks to be a nice bike, but i dont know if the inline 4 suits my riding style...and the price tab def shoots up another 1k

im thinking i can prolly nab a 04, or 05 sv or fz for prolly around 4k used, prolly with around 7-12k miles...

crbocaj125 · 05-02-2007, 05:07 PM

Have you thought about a Buell? Check out the Lightings and Firebolts. Do a little reading about the new technology of the frame and swingarm. Also check out that in the last "100 best cornering bikes" comparison, Buell came in first...and second!

Trumpfan · 05-02-2007, 07:35 PM

Triumph is coming out with a mini speed triple soon based on the 675 Daytona engine. It might be worth waiting for, but I'm kinda biased towards naked brit bikes.

91TPU · 05-02-2007, 11:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Trumpfan

Triumph is coming out with a mini speed triple soon based on the 675 Daytona engine. It might be worth waiting for, but I'm kinda biased towards naked brit bikes.

i must say ive never been much of a triumph fan, but i would like to see them let out some more bikes, and do well! there is no way ill be waiting tho, i need something for this summer lol...in itchin here...

91TPU · 05-02-2007, 11:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by crbocaj125

Have you thought about a Buell? Check out the Lightings and Firebolts. Do a little reading about the new technology of the frame and swingarm. Also check out that in the last "100 best cornering bikes" comparison, Buell came in first...and second!

doesnt seem that they offer anything under 900cc, other then the blast, and thats only a 500cc...im really looking for a 600 or 650 in particular...the buell is just too much bike for me as a beginner...but i have been to some buell only races, and they sound mean!

my friends dad races, used to race modded sv650's, then he was racing his street aprilia mille for a while, then he bought a sv650 that ran on methanol, now he owns a brand now 600rr with a bunch of work, fully race ready! its sick...

91TPU · 05-03-2007, 10:19 AM

bump for some more good opinions, i ver much appreciate everyones whose helped here!

90RunnerRed · 05-03-2007, 11:00 AM

I've owned a 94 Katana, 01 Gsxr-600, 04 gsxr-1000 and currently race a gsxr 840. I have ridden about everything you can think of. SV650's are really almost perfect for what you say you want. I've ridden one a few times. The rear suspension is very soft compared to most sport bikes. Which in turn will give you a very nice and comfortable ride, but don't expect it to perform (which it doesn't sound like you really care about that anyways). It does have some decent low end torque (obviously, it is a v-twin) but definitely ride one and ride an SV1000 to compare it to. The SV1000 definitely has a lot more usuable power and you are not working the bike quite as much to use it. I would definitely second getting one that is FI, you will thank yourself on a cold morning. Really what it boils down to is do you like the looks? Is the bike comfortable for you? And is it what you want? Fill that criteria and then just go have some fun. Oh and please please buy some good leather gear and a helmet.

91TPU · 05-03-2007, 01:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 90RunnerRed

I've owned a 94 Katana, 01 Gsxr-600, 04 gsxr-1000 and currently race a gsxr 840. I have ridden about everything you can think of. SV650's are really almost perfect for what you say you want. I've ridden one a few times. The rear suspension is very soft compared to most sport bikes. Which in turn will give you a very nice and comfortable ride, but don't expect it to perform (which it doesn't sound like you really care about that anyways). It does have some decent low end torque (obviously, it is a v-twin) but definitely ride one and ride an SV1000 to compare it to. The SV1000 definitely has a lot more usuable power and you are not working the bike quite as much to use it. I would definitely second getting one that is FI, you will thank yourself on a cold morning. Really what it boils down to is do you like the looks? Is the bike comfortable for you? And is it what you want? Fill that criteria and then just go have some fun. Oh and please please buy some good leather gear and a helmet.

thanks for the info, this helps a lot...and i will def be investing some real nice leathers...prolly a nice vanson leathers jacket...then a lighter jacket for when its really warm, some thick jean pants, and ill prolly spend like 300 on a helmet

90RunnerRed · 05-03-2007, 03:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 91TPU

thanks for the info, this helps a lot...and i will def be investing some real nice leathers...prolly a nice vanson leathers jacket...then a lighter jacket for when its really warm, some thick jean pants, and ill prolly spend like 300 on a helmet

Definitely look in the dealers bargain sections. I got a $300 helmet for $80 because it had last years graphics on it.

91TPU · 05-03-2007, 06:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 90RunnerRed

Definitely look in the dealers bargain sections. I got a $300 helmet for $80 because it had last years graphics on it.

, im not a big graphics person, i would like a nice flat black, or dark gray helmet....so i think(aka hope) that would also help to lower the price of the helmet

05-01-2007, 10:10 PM	#2 (permalink)
Trumpfan Contributing Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Edmonton, Canada Posts: 344	They're good bikes, good handing even though the suspension is not that adjustable, when your done with it on the street you can take it racin' too Look at the CB600 Hornet, Kawi Z750 and the Yamaha FZ6 too. PS I bought a 2006 Speed Triple--It always best to ride Naked.... __________________ Dave 86 22RTE 4x4 with a bunch of stuff. Thoughly empty wallet. "You have enemies? Good. That means you have stood up for something, sometime in your life." -Sir Winston Churchill

05-01-2007, 10:11 PM	#3 (permalink)
yotawheelin95 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Menomonie, WI Posts: 195	Suzuki gsx600 or 750 katana is waht im in the market for. Its a sport tourer very comfy to ride for longer trips and they are georgous bikes. __________________ The Truck 1995 Toyota Pickup Bauer Color Matched Topper, Westin Push Bar, Westin Brush Gaurds, Baja Off Road Lights Gator Tailgate Net(Blue), 15x8 American Racing Rims, 31x10.5R15 Lemans A/T, Uniden CB, 102" CB whip, Craftsman Tool Box Betsy 1986 Toyota 4runner 31x10.5 R15 Baja Widetrack Chrome Rims Stock, For now....

05-01-2007, 10:35 PM	#5 (permalink)
Trumpfan Contributing Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Edmonton, Canada Posts: 344	I think your confusing the GSX-R-600 and the GSX-600, the GSX (not the R) is more of a sport tourer it has an old school GSXR air/oil cooled engine, higher bars and lower pegs than the R. But its full fairing as opposed to being nekkid. __________________ Dave 86 22RTE 4x4 with a bunch of stuff. Thoughly empty wallet. "You have enemies? Good. That means you have stood up for something, sometime in your life." -Sir Winston Churchill

05-02-2007, 11:28 AM	#11 (permalink)
WT Registered User Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Virgina Posts: 721	I got a Yamaha Well I picked up a Yamaha FZ6 back in 04 when they first hit the states and at the time I was on the fence between the SV650 and the FZ6, I ended up with the FZ6 due to a few things I prefered on it. Looks, rear under exhuast, and center stand to name a few things. Its a great all around bike and its only as fast as you twist your wrist but it keep up with many 600 or fast bikes out there. I didn't go with the SV due to engine type. Just to tourque for a better work for in the city riding or just slow ridding, also the bikes over all size seemed small to me maybe it was the smallish tires on the bike were the FZ6 has a nice setup and looks well balanced. Give it a look see and see what you think maybe even go sit on one if you can. I know there are always guys selling the 04-06 models as a good price on the forum I am on now and then. Edit: Oh found a older thread were I posted some pics of it on the back of the Runner... http://www.yotatech.com/showthread.php?t=42416 __________________ 96 4Runner SR5 SC \| 3" Revtek Front/OME 891 Rear,Diff/Panhard Drop\|AirLift bags\|285/75/R16 Nitto Terra Grappler\|Eaqle 121 w/TRD Logo\|Bilsteins\|Cross-Drilled PS w/PF Pads\|Silver Reverse Gauges\|Custom Grill\|Catch-All Floor Mats\|Sylvania SilverStar\|Weather Tech Visors\|Clear Corner/Fronts\|Alpine MP3/WMA/CD\|99+Headlight/Console Mod\|K&N FIPK W/Drycharger\|Optima Redtop\|Trans-Cooler\|Remote Start\|PICS\|PICS2\| Last edited by WT; 05-02-2007 at 11:32 AM. Reason: Found old thread with some pics..

05-02-2007, 05:07 PM	#13 (permalink)
crbocaj125 Contributing Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Sarasota, FL Posts: 386	Have you thought about a Buell? Check out the Lightings and Firebolts. Do a little reading about the new technology of the frame and swingarm. Also check out that in the last "100 best cornering bikes" comparison, Buell came in first...and second! __________________ 99 4runner SR5, 4x4, leather, black soft 8's, deckplate mod, ISR mod, tundra brakes

05-02-2007, 04:39 AM	#6 (permalink)
BeachRNR Registered User Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: NY Posts: 158	SV is a great bike and I am sure you will be happy with it. Great useable power, comfortable, easy to ride, and lots of aftermarket to hop it up when you get the itch.

05-02-2007, 04:57 AM	#7 (permalink)
pat161 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Central MA Posts: 320	I'll second the above response. SV650's are great bikes, good handling, great motor, fairly comfortable over the road and plenty reliable. I personally ride an 03 SV1000N and absolutely love it, this is my first V and the useable torque and personality of this motor blow away all the inline 4's I've had before. Not saying I'll beat a liter class inline, but out of a corner I might just leave them behind, not that I ride like that much. The SV650 will move right along, though it is not going to be a rocket, so that will work for you. I recomend a new model as they upgraded quite a few things recently, they now have the aluminum frame, liquid cooling and fuel injection IIRC. As for MPG, if I ride conservatively on my 1000 I can get about 50, normally I see a tad over 40, so I imagine a 650 will do even better.

05-02-2007, 07:35 PM	#14 (permalink)
Trumpfan Contributing Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Edmonton, Canada Posts: 344	Triumph is coming out with a mini speed triple soon based on the 675 Daytona engine. It might be worth waiting for, but I'm kinda biased towards naked brit bikes. __________________ Dave 86 22RTE 4x4 with a bunch of stuff. Thoughly empty wallet. "You have enemies? Good. That means you have stood up for something, sometime in your life." -Sir Winston Churchill

05-03-2007, 11:00 AM	#18 (permalink)
90RunnerRed Contributing Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Colorado Posts: 241	I've owned a 94 Katana, 01 Gsxr-600, 04 gsxr-1000 and currently race a gsxr 840. I have ridden about everything you can think of. SV650's are really almost perfect for what you say you want. I've ridden one a few times. The rear suspension is very soft compared to most sport bikes. Which in turn will give you a very nice and comfortable ride, but don't expect it to perform (which it doesn't sound like you really care about that anyways). It does have some decent low end torque (obviously, it is a v-twin) but definitely ride one and ride an SV1000 to compare it to. The SV1000 definitely has a lot more usuable power and you are not working the bike quite as much to use it. I would definitely second getting one that is FI, you will thank yourself on a cold morning. Really what it boils down to is do you like the looks? Is the bike comfortable for you? And is it what you want? Fill that criteria and then just go have some fun. Oh and please please buy some good leather gear and a helmet. __________________ 1986 4Runner, 4.88's, 4.7 Transfer, 3 in Rough Country, 33's (need's some lovin) 1987 4Runner, SR5 1990 4Runner, 22RE, sliders, play pen, 265's, 1998 wheels (SOLD) 1997 4Runner LTD, E-Locker, ISR, Deck Plate, PIAA Fog Lights, (SOLD) 2000 4Runner LTD, E-Locker, Stock (Wife's) 2002 Tundra, Fipk, SS Headers, Flowmaster exhaust, TB Spacer

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