Took some pictures of my SV650 today!
04-11-2010, 08:18 PM
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Took some pictures of my sv650!
I finally decided to do a proper photo shoot of my naked SV today. Let me know what you guys think.
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04-11-2010, 09:20 PM
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Thanks!, I really like this bike. Its light and nimble, good track bike.
I think SV650 is a good starter bike. You can get a used one for really good price. You wont beleive what I paid for mine ($1100), needed some carb work/cosmetic stuff but for $1100 I had to get it.
I am using Bridgestone Battlax BT020r. They have excellent cornering abilities, and also an excellent choice for touring and "quick" riding. A great all rounder. Works perfect for my daily driving purpose.
04-11-2010, 09:23 PM
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Question: How friendly would this bike be to a short rider? I am 5'4" with about a 32" inseam. My brother has a CBR 600RR and it is nigh impossible for me to stand up with it because my legs are so short.
I like to think this bike is the perfect middle ground between a super-sport (what I would really want, but feel I wouldn't be able to live with it) and a cruiser.
I like to think this bike is the perfect middle ground between a super-sport (what I would really want, but feel I wouldn't be able to live with it) and a cruiser.
04-11-2010, 09:26 PM
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Question: How friendly would this bike be to a short rider? I am 5'4" with about a 32" inseam. My brother has a CBR 600RR and it is nigh impossible for me to stand up with it because my legs are so short.
I like to think this bike is the perfect middle ground between a super-sport (what I would really want, but feel I wouldn't be able to live with it) and a cruiser.
I like to think this bike is the perfect middle ground between a super-sport (what I would really want, but feel I wouldn't be able to live with it) and a cruiser.
04-11-2010, 09:31 PM
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SV pros:
Tons and tons of mods available.
Many people race them. So the chances are extremely high that any local bike mechanic will intimately know SV internals/suspension/etc.
Engine design is tried and true. Many get 100,000 miles and still have no issues.
Sold in S and N configurations. If you want it more sporty, or less sporty, you can change your bike's configuration from one to the other cheaply.
Because of the racing, there's tons of used parts. Some parts (like the kickstand) are never used on race bikes, so sell for almost nothing.
48 mpg
Costs me $120/year for insurance.
SV negatives:
It's not a 2010 R1 that I really need to buy.
Tons and tons of mods available.
Many people race them. So the chances are extremely high that any local bike mechanic will intimately know SV internals/suspension/etc.
Engine design is tried and true. Many get 100,000 miles and still have no issues.
Sold in S and N configurations. If you want it more sporty, or less sporty, you can change your bike's configuration from one to the other cheaply.
Because of the racing, there's tons of used parts. Some parts (like the kickstand) are never used on race bikes, so sell for almost nothing.
48 mpg
Costs me $120/year for insurance.
SV negatives:
It's not a 2010 R1 that I really need to buy.
04-11-2010, 09:34 PM
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I have seen girls 5' 2" tall riding these. The second gen i think is a little lower as well. Also you can always use lowering links and shave off some padding from the seat to make it work and I am sure you can.
Question: How friendly would this bike be to a short rider? I am 5'4" with about a 32" inseam. My brother has a CBR 600RR and it is nigh impossible for me to stand up with it because my legs are so short.
I like to think this bike is the perfect middle ground between a super-sport (what I would really want, but feel I wouldn't be able to live with it) and a cruiser.
I like to think this bike is the perfect middle ground between a super-sport (what I would really want, but feel I wouldn't be able to live with it) and a cruiser.
04-11-2010, 09:42 PM
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Agree with mysql101. Plently of cheap OEM parts available. In fact I just bought forks/front wheel+tire/full lower side fairing/headlight or upper fairing for my friends 06 SV650 for about $545 shipped and he bought a front end damaged 06 SV with 7K miles for $1375.
SV pros:
Tons and tons of mods available.
Many people race them. So the chances are extremely high that any local bike mechanic will intimately know SV internals/suspension/etc.
Engine design is tried and true. Many get 100,000 miles and still have no issues.
Sold in S and N configurations. If you want it more sporty, or less sporty, you can change your bike's configuration from one to the other cheaply.
Because of the racing, there's tons of used parts. Some parts (like the kickstand) are never used on race bikes, so sell for almost nothing.
48 mpg
Costs me $120/year for insurance.
SV negatives:
It's not a 2010 R1 that I really need to buy.
Tons and tons of mods available.
Many people race them. So the chances are extremely high that any local bike mechanic will intimately know SV internals/suspension/etc.
Engine design is tried and true. Many get 100,000 miles and still have no issues.
Sold in S and N configurations. If you want it more sporty, or less sporty, you can change your bike's configuration from one to the other cheaply.
Because of the racing, there's tons of used parts. Some parts (like the kickstand) are never used on race bikes, so sell for almost nothing.
48 mpg
Costs me $120/year for insurance.
SV negatives:
It's not a 2010 R1 that I really need to buy.
04-17-2010, 06:59 PM
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I'm kinda looking at a lightly used (~2k miles) 2009 Gladius (new naked SV650)... thoughts on that bike and price? (sorry to hijack a bit; don't get too many bike threads here)
http://stlouis.craigslist.org/mcy/1685703996.html
http://stlouis.craigslist.org/mcy/1685703996.html
04-28-2010, 11:06 PM
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gladius is an ok bike - the curves and color schemes make me think they're trying too hard to appeal to the female demographic...
I decided it's time to upgrade the suspension on my sv650s ...
won zx14 shocks for $52 on ebay (direct drop in replacement). bought some Sonic Springs ($90 shipped) to replace the soft stuff that comes stock. should help a lot since sukuki used really low end suspension components on the bike.
I decided it's time to upgrade the suspension on my sv650s ...
won zx14 shocks for $52 on ebay (direct drop in replacement). bought some Sonic Springs ($90 shipped) to replace the soft stuff that comes stock. should help a lot since sukuki used really low end suspension components on the bike.
05-10-2010, 04:06 AM
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Sweet, upgraded suspension is on my list as well. Things I did recently are added a belly pan, bought a 5.5" rear wheel and 180/55R17 tire ( found a awesome deal, had to get it), this is mainly for the looks though. I think naked with 180 rear will look mean.
08-01-2010, 07:39 AM
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