This SV is a great motorcycle, it's fast, it's fun and it looks great, and if you want to win if for FREE get entered on yammienoob.co or use the code FIVEBIKE for 10% off and 2x entries on www.yammienoobmerch.com
I'm a first time rider (squidlet) who literally just purchased a 2020 SV 650 ABS today, what a great video guys. One thing I think this video doesn't touch on at all is the MSRP of a standard 650 ABS is $1300 cheaper at $7,099. For a first time rider (or any rider) price can be a big factor in a decision. I know they are giving away the X version hence the comparison, but for me (and this guy Josh in the vid) the deal killer on the X were the clip-ons, I really preferred the standard bars and riding position (and price) of the regular SV 650. That being said Yammie's love of the SV 650 played a huge factor in me choosing it as my first bike.
Hello dude I am a huge fan😀.....BTW can you try to do a review on the Benili SRK600 inline 4 if possible.....BTW I hope you are doing fine with your family on this time of plague...that's all thanks
I have a 2007 Naked! These are awesome bikes, it's my 3rd bike. 1st was a Suzuki GS500E, then a Honda ST1100 and now this SV650. Very happy. It has more power than the GS500 (70hp vs 40hp) but is still more flickable and light compared to the ST1100 (which has 100hp but weights 600lbs - I mainly use it now for when my fiancé and I go slow cruising together).
@@jaredalbin5658 I had an ST1100 and now an ST1300. Works a little better for my bad back. 😁 Absolutely smashing bikes though, and utterly, incomprehensibly, indestructible, motors.
Adam Osborne I still have my 2 bikes: ST1100 and SV650. Great bikes. Got the 1999 ST1100 for $1200, the 2007 SV650 for $2700 and its in mint condition.
I really appreciate the height comparisons! Buuuuut could you get a female, just because center of gravity is different. And in a average height range from like, 5'2"'- 5' 6". 5'8" is freaking tall for some of us down here.
I have researched this to Uber nerd levels. This is pretty much the best bike you’re going to get for short riders since the seat is the lowest that I can see plus being a V twin it’s narrower. This makes a notable difference. My guess is if you’re 5’6” or over you’re probably good. Otherwise it’s dependent on how short your legs are. I’m 5 foot but I always wear regular length or at least 32 inch jeans so my legs are longer and added another inch boots. At this height though, I don’t have that much legs. It’s definitely doable, but because I’m a complete beginner I couldn’t start on it right away. Not even close to flatfoot or even balls of both feet, but on tippy toes. I learned how to ride on a grom which I can get my feet flat and move around pretty comfortably and currently still on it. Hoping to be more confident of managing a taller and heavier bike soon. I’m worried about going from Grom to this, but I can’t find really anything in between. A lot of people claim that should be something but what? Everything I find higher wider seats. (Obviously there are cruisers but that’s not what I’m looking for.). I hope this helps anyone who might be reading it. And yes a completely different thing to be able to manage the weight height and center of gravity and all of those things as a female. But guys will come and tell you they know exactly how it feels regardless...
I thought that I wanted a SV650 or Mt-07, but found that the Kawasaki Z650 was more comfortable. The fact that I am short (5'6", 28" inseam) might have something to do with it. It might be down a couple of horsepower at the highest RPM's (according to an article I read), but it's not the kind of thing I am talented enough to notice.
@@GeneralAnonymityHonestly it's been great so far :) I love the handling, the v2 sound and the linear acceleration. Since I live in Europe I only have the A2 licence, so the bike is limited to 48hp, but as a beginner I think that's more appropriate. I've put frame sliders on it for safety and I think a nice exhaust pipe is gonna be next...
Many of my friends who started racing Sv's more than a decade ago are still racing SVs. , some of them in Moto America twins cup. Only a few who started on 600s or 1000s are still racing. 1st Gens with a good SB build and big flat slides are still killing it in club racing.
I would suggest that new riders check insurance rates in their state/province before buying a motorcycle. Where I live insurance rates are based on engine displacement. Under 400cc it's least expensive, and there are 3 more classes 400-750cc, 751-1150cc, and over 1150cc being as expensive as car insurance. My current ride is 1167cc, so being just over the line for the top class, has it's disadvantage of being really expensive.
I actually did this, without (or without my knowing) Yammie in my head. Went out to try a Street Twin or a Street Scrambler, and I ended up leaving the dealership with a SV650. Hahahaha !
I went from the Honda shadow 750 to the sv650x (2018). I do say I enjoy this bike much better... The all day long rides do kick my ass though compared to the old cruiser comfort
That's a beautiful bike, and being a Suzuki would probably last forever. All of the competitors you showed look great too though. Of that bunch for my own tastes I'd choose the Honda just because of the 4 cylinder and the smoothness a inline 4 brings with it.
Beginner bike? Yes but also not... Those things are fast... I talk right but i do wrong because 20 years ago i sell my Mbk Booster and buy a zxr 750, but also those 2 cilinder 70/80 cv bikes are very fast... Hayabusa as first bike is better, more stable, better forks and brakes... LoL... I like soo much this model of sv... I have a more powerfoul bike but this bike is fun FUNNNNNNNNN!!!
A few weeks ago, I was out testing 2019 models of both the regular SV650 and the SV650X. My impressions were kind of the same. While the sportier riding position of the clip-ons on the X made it feel aggressive and fun in a different way, it quickly became uncomfortable. It reminded me a lot of my old R6 in that way, fun for short bursts but I wouldn't want to go for rides longer than an hour on it. I ended up settling on the regular SV650 with the upright bars and the dark grey/red frame color combo. I preferred the look of the regular model a bit more and after looking online, there are plenty of options to convert the handlebars to a more sporty ergonomic setup like the X, if I decide to go that route later. Something not mentioned in this video: the seat on the X looks different and has slightly more padding in it than the regular model, which some people might appreciate. The regular SV650 also lacks the pre-load adjustment on the front forks like the X, if that's something you care about.
The XSR 700 is no competition :D I did a test ride, it is a boat. So soft I wouldnt spill any water with a glass taped to my head when breaking. Had a little bit more power but thats not crucial.
I've been watching several of your vids as they aren't too bad. I have been riding for close to 40 yrs now - All street. Plus I spent many years with my own business as a riding instructor. One thing that stands out is why do you guys not use all your gears. A lot of the bikes you ride are 6 speed and 5 at a min. Yet you sit in 3rd or 4th for long distances at speeds where you really should be up in top. Firstly it will be easier on your fuel consumption. Importantly it will be crucial to the life of the engine as an engine and gears are designed to be driven with a load on them. I know there are two sides to the thinking the gear does the speed and in a lower gear it is more responsive. That is why you downshift to get to the right gear to make it move. The thing that isn't so good for them is there is a tolerance in each and every bearing. Whether it is a roller or shell bearing they are designed for oil flow and to have working pressure loaded on the bearing. When you sit in a low gear at speeds that it should be upshifted to top. It has several moments where the engine has its turning parts loose and you are getting microscopic movements that are allowing it to move to positions it isn't meant to go, essentially floating. This accelerates wear in the bearings over time. Staying in a lower gear at speed also makes it twitchier and harder to maintain constant acceleration or coasting as the tiniest of bumps will often have you slightly opening or closing the throttle depending how tight you really shouldn't be hanging on to the controls. Thus also wearing your chains and sprockets before time too. Getting to top gear gets your bike working smoother and with the designed load on all the internals. It also helps with your skill of knowing what gear is the right gear for the right occasion.
The SV650 is a great bike, not just a great beginner bike. I've been riding for 10 years and used to own the 1st gen, I now own a 2017 and it's mostly a great improvement. The engine has less character, the seat is hard as fuck but otherwise it handles way better. For commuting it's pretty much the same bike although the clutch assistance is pretty cool sometimes. But here lies the problem; You're riding it on straight lines here in the US,while I'm riding it on the twisty back roads of the french riviera, and being an experimented rider the new one is night and day, it handles SO much better. Overall the SV is a fantastic bike for experimented riders who wanna keep their license, it's cheap, fun, handles pretty well, is reliable and a great commuter.
agree, I went from a MT03 to sv650x, and no way this is a beginners bike, the aggressive position calls speed and the weight it's a lot for a beginner. City Riding may be a little uncomfortable because the short turn angle also.
@@rlema1 I'd still say it's a good beginner bike though. The weight isn't too noticeable, it's very thin and easy to apprehend especially the regular version. I'm moving towards a Monster 1100 evo but it's still a nice bike even though it has less character than the old carb SV.
Bought one a year ago as my first bike, no complaints, easy to learn on, and now that I’ve been riding for a while I’ve pushed it a lot more and I still haven’t reached its full potential. The only thing I’d say is on long rides it does tend to become uncomfortable on my wrists, so if anyone has a tip for that lmk. Otherwise great bike, love that VTwin sound
yeah, same here, you need to train your "six pack" and legs to get some equilibrium and not to put all your weight on your wrist, for that agressive position. Last week had my first long trip on this bike and just loved it! before that, only city and with covid, very few rides, my back hurts, so, some muscle training and its really better now.
Get aftermarket clips ons. I haven't found any that raise up, but if you just take the angle off. I think these might be 10 degrees and you can find them all the way to zero. Makes a huge difference in comfort. I haven't actually done this yet, but that was always the first thing I did on my R1's. I will be doing this in the next week or so. I can't put if off any longer. Also had my seat re done with gell insert. So comfortable now. I used to get them from Heli. Heli bars, but not sure they make them for this bike, but trust me, it will change your ride and you will be able to ride longer. Without making you bike look lame either because they are still clipped on below the top triple tree.
Asking 8k for a starting bike with no TC, outdated screen, halogen light bulbs and no quickshifter (compared to competition) and in some cases no ABS is crazy. Crazy to think that the Hornet 750 costs just less than 8k and for the same price you can get heated grips and 2 suitcases... I dunno, sometimes I think Suzuki thinks of themselves as something higher, forgetting their humble beginings.
I have an SV650X model. Not my first bike by any means. Have had 6 sport bikes including two R1's, and two BMW dual purpose 650GS. By far this is my favorite bike. It is a great beginner bike but it is also every bit of bike you need especially if you ride really tight twisty roads like the canyons in Colorado for example, or the Tail of the Dragon in TN. It is much more user friendly and I have no problem keeping up with a liter bike in a tight twistie road. I usually pass them because they just can't handle the really tight corners as well. So many wave me around them because they feel pressured because I am on top them in the corners.
Not a big fan of the new commentators voice and style of presenting. Don't say ummmmm.... And ahhhh and that tooth suck click thing....... 🤬🤬🤬🤬🤬 I say stick with yammie and spite. I get he's a sv650 owner but still......
I dont know how much it's been said but Josh is pretty cool. It's nice to see him in the videos and I'm not upset at all to see him give his beginner impressions.
Probably picking one of these up in the next few months. I love my f650gs, and chucking it down dirt roads is fun out here in the desert, but riding it at 80mph on the freeway for my commute is very tiring and the bike is really straining at that high rpm.
I have owned two 650GS. Loved them except for the 5 speed trany was limited when it came to passing on pavement. I've owned two R1's in the past but last year I picked up a SV650X. Same color as this video. I absolutely love this bike. I don't miss the power of the R1 at all. I find this bike more fun to ride and I can keep up with liter bikes in the Colorado canyons no problem at all. In fact the tighter the corner the more I have to brake, because the liter bikes have to slow down so much I'm always right on top of them in the corners. They often wave me past lol. Think I put to much pressure on them. I find myself passing them all the time on my group rides. Terrific engine braking and the sound of the V Twin. Yummy. Especially with the pipe I have. Not sure I want to share that information lol. No one else has one. I shopped overseas. I see your post is a year old. I hope you found one and am enjoying it.
I have the "normal" 2018 model (no X). Fantastic bike, nimble, delightful engine, reliable, fast and does 60 mpg. I have also other bikes but the SV will stay with me for a long time. Incredible value for money.
Own a 2018 SV650. I have sat on the X model at the dealership and it is a big difference. I prefer the higher bars on the standard, but I think it’s cool they’re offering clip-ons from the factory for those that want that.
I love it. Watching this style of reviews lets me know exactly how I would fit on the bike, which is always something I'm wondering about when I watch motorcycle videos.
I got my 2005 sv650 a couple months ago and love it. Although I wouldn’t recommend to someone w no experience and yes I know you don’t want to listen to someone on the Internet.
I bought a Yamaha v star 650 as my first and I do like it, mainly got it for price. Then an sv650 popped up for the same price I was kinda salty lol it was the original one not the x
I wish Yammie had a Triumph Street Scrambler to play around with more. It's my fall-back-to bike from the Ducati Scrambler ever since I've realized how insanely expensive the Ducatis were to maintain.
Hey Yam, after months of OCD bothering levels of research I've plumped for the SV650 for my first bike in 20 years (looked at everything from a 'Blade to a Street Triple/Sprint ST/Ducati 696 etc) but in the end, didn't want something that would make me quit motorcycling again if I dropped it. Thanks for the vids, you've single-handedly convinced me to jump on another bike and cheat death. Pretty sure I'll have a track day booked by the end of the summer ;)
The MT-07/XSR700 is a more exciting fun bike but the SV handles better, the Z650 has less power than both the Yams and SV but its electronics package and TFT is much more advanced, IMO the CB650 is realistically in a different class from the others.
Me, someone who has yet to do the MSF: Hmmmm yes that is a nice SV650... but that XSR900 is nice too. Kind of a relatable funny intro there haha. Been watching for quite a long time and now finally thinking about pulling the trigger on learning now that I have the time.
So I've been either deciding on SV650, CB300, or a 390 Duke for my first bike. I have a car so it won't be my daily but I'd like to be able to take the bike on a highway and not worry about being fast enough. Which one would you suggest or any other bike.
This SV is a great motorcycle, it's fast, it's fun and it looks great, and if you want to win if for FREE get entered on yammienoob.co or use the code FIVEBIKE for 10% off and 2x entries on www.yammienoobmerch.com
Just tell me I won it already damn.
I'm a first time rider (squidlet) who literally just purchased a 2020 SV 650 ABS today, what a great video guys. One thing I think this video doesn't touch on at all is the MSRP of a standard 650 ABS is $1300 cheaper at $7,099. For a first time rider (or any rider) price can be a big factor in a decision. I know they are giving away the X version hence the comparison, but for me (and this guy Josh in the vid) the deal killer on the X were the clip-ons, I really preferred the standard bars and riding position (and price) of the regular SV 650. That being said Yammie's love of the SV 650 played a huge factor in me choosing it as my first bike.
Hello dude I am a huge fan😀.....BTW can you try to do a review on the Benili SRK600 inline 4 if possible.....BTW I hope you are doing fine with your family on this time of plague...that's all thanks
hey man, what do you think about the Italian Fantic caballero 500? can you make a video on it?
I own sv650 and engine is the beast, love it
This is false information. The fastest beginner bike is a Hayabusa baby
Not good enough if you didnt slap a turbo on it
The fastest cheap Bike
I'm Greedyblahblah ewwww......
Nah bra, next gen beginner boys are all about the H2. Supercharged to enhance your riding safety.
@@thetwowheeledintrovert3367 But it aint cheap as busa. And now Gsxrr will be a comeptetive one to H2.. not H2r.. H2..
Man that was a long intro. Took about 4 minutes to get through.
Oh wait, That's because it was so funny I watched it 3 times.
Sigh 😩 I'm getting those "n+1" vibes right now. I don't have enough room in the garage 🙈😂
I accidentally paused it at :19 and I thought they were just staring at each other for a long time.... 😂😂😂
Lol 😅
Lol
never forgets to mention his desert sled & track bike when he gets the chance LOL
Race bike* ;)
At least he doesn't own a Indian....... Or the video would be 30 seconds about X and then 10 mins about his bike. Lol
You never know who’s watching for the first time
He has a desert sled?
This is my dreambike. Im getting a 2006 in the spring. Keep up the juicy content
Ive got a a full fairinged 08 i love it to death they are great bikes
I have a 2007 Naked! These are awesome bikes, it's my 3rd bike. 1st was a Suzuki GS500E, then a Honda ST1100 and now this SV650. Very happy. It has more power than the GS500 (70hp vs 40hp) but is still more flickable and light compared to the ST1100 (which has 100hp but weights 600lbs - I mainly use it now for when my fiancé and I go slow cruising together).
They really are absolutely killer wheels. Enjoy your new bike my dude!
@@jaredalbin5658 I had an ST1100 and now an ST1300. Works a little better for my bad back. 😁 Absolutely smashing bikes though, and utterly, incomprehensibly, indestructible, motors.
Adam Osborne I still have my 2 bikes: ST1100 and SV650. Great bikes. Got the 1999 ST1100 for $1200, the 2007 SV650 for $2700 and its in mint condition.
I really appreciate the height comparisons! Buuuuut could you get a female, just because center of gravity is different. And in a average height range from like, 5'2"'- 5' 6". 5'8" is freaking tall for some of us down here.
Seconded! Definitely want a "best bikes for people under 5'5" " that doesn't start and end with "buy a Grom lul"
Agreed!
@@m_ism i think doodle on a motorcycle did a video on that if it wasn't her it was Alex Simmons. They're both on the tube.
I have researched this to Uber nerd levels. This is pretty much the best bike you’re going to get for short riders since the seat is the lowest that I can see plus being a V twin it’s narrower. This makes a notable difference. My guess is if you’re 5’6” or over you’re probably good. Otherwise it’s dependent on how short your legs are. I’m 5 foot but I always wear regular length or at least 32 inch jeans so my legs are longer and added another inch boots. At this height though, I don’t have that much legs. It’s definitely doable, but because I’m a complete beginner I couldn’t start on it right away. Not even close to flatfoot or even balls of both feet, but on tippy toes. I learned how to ride on a grom which I can get my feet flat and move around pretty comfortably and currently still on it. Hoping to be more confident of managing a taller and heavier bike soon. I’m worried about going from Grom to this, but I can’t find really anything in between. A lot of people claim that should be something but what? Everything I find higher wider seats. (Obviously there are cruisers but that’s not what I’m looking for.). I hope this helps anyone who might be reading it.
And yes a completely different thing to be able to manage the weight height and center of gravity and all of those things as a female. But guys will come and tell you they know exactly how it feels regardless...
Hey team Yammie, I thought the comparison of three different sized riders was super helpful.
I thought that I wanted a SV650 or Mt-07, but found that the Kawasaki Z650 was more comfortable. The fact that I am short (5'6", 28" inseam) might have something to do with it. It might be down a couple of horsepower at the highest RPM's (according to an article I read), but it's not the kind of thing I am talented enough to notice.
That’s weird cuz the sv650 has a lower seat height than the z650
The SV650 did not feel any lower and was less comfortable... to me at least. The shop had one of each, so I was able to try one right after the other.
Is the anime sticker the same one he sells? Bc only half of the sticker is being used if so. I'm really curious.
I just bought one of these 2 days ago as my first bike, Loving it.
After ride SV650 in the busy and traffic city like BANGKOK, i would say it's the best city and country motocycle.
Bought an 2020 SV 650 just yesterday... can’t wait to get it out on the street ^^
How has it been?
@@GeneralAnonymityHonestly it's been great so far :) I love the handling, the v2 sound and the linear acceleration. Since I live in Europe I only have the A2 licence, so the bike is limited to 48hp, but as a beginner I think that's more appropriate.
I've put frame sliders on it for safety and I think a nice exhaust pipe is gonna be next...
Actually only two Bikes the CB/CBR650R brothers and the FZ/MT07 have 180's The FZ6R, CBR500R, 690 Duke, Ninja650R, Z650 all have 160 rear tires
Many of my friends who started racing Sv's more than a decade ago are still racing SVs. , some of them in Moto America twins cup. Only a few who started on 600s or 1000s are still racing. 1st Gens with a good SB build and big flat slides are still killing it in club racing.
I turn 16 in a month, I’m putting on my nikes and getting my license
Future Gsx-r owner👍
DUUUUDEEEE JUST SHOW US THE MV AGUSTA FFS
Edit: that intro was hilarious tho, nice one guys.
I would suggest that new riders check insurance rates in their state/province before buying a motorcycle. Where I live insurance rates are based on engine displacement. Under 400cc it's least expensive, and there are 3 more classes 400-750cc, 751-1150cc, and over 1150cc being as expensive as car insurance. My current ride is 1167cc, so being just over the line for the top class, has it's disadvantage of being really expensive.
what bike?
I actually did this, without (or without my knowing) Yammie in my head. Went out to try a Street Twin or a Street Scrambler, and I ended up leaving the dealership with a SV650. Hahahaha !
I went from the Honda shadow 750 to the sv650x (2018). I do say I enjoy this bike much better... The all day long rides do kick my ass though compared to the old cruiser comfort
In the process of selling my shadow 750 and looking at a 2020 x. You still happy with it?
@@drewselken very! I'll never get rid of the x
Me too bro! I love it way more but it does wear me out. Very happy with it.
well the new sv650x would be kinda cool, but I am a happy man on my dad's Yamaha XJ650 from 1982 hehe
That's a beautiful bike, and being a Suzuki would probably last forever. All of the competitors you showed look great too though. Of that bunch for my own tastes I'd choose the Honda just because of the 4 cylinder and the smoothness a inline 4 brings with it.
Just got this bike a month ago and I love it!
Mine was literally just delivered today to the store can’t wait to pick it up. Great timing on the video
Love mine. It's my favorite bike, even over the two R1's I have owned.
Beginner bike? Yes but also not... Those things are fast... I talk right but i do wrong because 20 years ago i sell my Mbk Booster and buy a zxr 750, but also those 2 cilinder 70/80 cv bikes are very fast... Hayabusa as first bike is better, more stable, better forks and brakes... LoL... I like soo much this model of sv... I have a more powerfoul bike but this bike is fun FUNNNNNNNNN!!!
A few weeks ago, I was out testing 2019 models of both the regular SV650 and the SV650X. My impressions were kind of the same. While the sportier riding position of the clip-ons on the X made it feel aggressive and fun in a different way, it quickly became uncomfortable. It reminded me a lot of my old R6 in that way, fun for short bursts but I wouldn't want to go for rides longer than an hour on it.
I ended up settling on the regular SV650 with the upright bars and the dark grey/red frame color combo. I preferred the look of the regular model a bit more and after looking online, there are plenty of options to convert the handlebars to a more sporty ergonomic setup like the X, if I decide to go that route later.
Something not mentioned in this video: the seat on the X looks different and has slightly more padding in it than the regular model, which some people might appreciate. The regular SV650 also lacks the pre-load adjustment on the front forks like the X, if that's something you care about.
Man spite is getting really good in front of the camera. Keep up the good work guys👍
The XSR 700 is no competition :D
I did a test ride, it is a boat. So soft I wouldnt spill any water with a glass taped to my head when breaking. Had a little bit more power but thats not crucial.
Caillou is spitting knowledge here
Brought home my Sv650X today! Awesome machine.
I've been watching several of your vids as they aren't too bad. I have been riding for close to 40 yrs now - All street. Plus I spent many years with my own business as a riding instructor.
One thing that stands out is why do you guys not use all your gears. A lot of the bikes you ride are 6 speed and 5 at a min.
Yet you sit in 3rd or 4th for long distances at speeds where you really should be up in top. Firstly it will be easier on your fuel consumption.
Importantly it will be crucial to the life of the engine as an engine and gears are designed to be driven with a load on them.
I know there are two sides to the thinking the gear does the speed and in a lower gear it is more responsive.
That is why you downshift to get to the right gear to make it move.
The thing that isn't so good for them is there is a tolerance in each and every bearing. Whether it is a roller or shell bearing they are designed for oil flow and to have working pressure loaded on the bearing. When you sit in a low gear at speeds that it should be upshifted to top. It has several moments where the engine has its turning parts loose and you are getting microscopic movements that are allowing it to move to positions it isn't meant to go, essentially floating.
This accelerates wear in the bearings over time.
Staying in a lower gear at speed also makes it twitchier and harder to maintain constant acceleration or coasting as the tiniest of bumps will often have you slightly opening or closing the throttle depending how tight you really shouldn't be hanging on to the controls. Thus also wearing your chains and sprockets before time too.
Getting to top gear gets your bike working smoother and with the designed load on all the internals. It also helps with your skill of knowing what gear is the right gear for the right occasion.
I like the addition of the ergo check. Keep this around please
Where can I get that tank sticker?
Your movie it is getting better all the time. Me lembrou uma música do Sgt Peppers. Muito bom de assitir.
"Vintage" 😢😢😂 btw the gen 1 sv650s like mine has the clip ons as standard 👌
The SV650 is a great bike, not just a great beginner bike. I've been riding for 10 years and used to own the 1st gen, I now own a 2017 and it's mostly a great improvement. The engine has less character, the seat is hard as fuck but otherwise it handles way better. For commuting it's pretty much the same bike although the clutch assistance is pretty cool sometimes. But here lies the problem; You're riding it on straight lines here in the US,while I'm riding it on the twisty back roads of the french riviera, and being an experimented rider the new one is night and day, it handles SO much better. Overall the SV is a fantastic bike for experimented riders who wanna keep their license, it's cheap, fun, handles pretty well, is reliable and a great commuter.
agree, I went from a MT03 to sv650x, and no way this is a beginners bike, the aggressive position calls speed and the weight it's a lot for a beginner. City Riding may be a little uncomfortable because the short turn angle also.
@@rlema1 I'd still say it's a good beginner bike though. The weight isn't too noticeable, it's very thin and easy to apprehend especially the regular version. I'm moving towards a Monster 1100 evo but it's still a nice bike even though it has less character than the old carb SV.
Bought one a year ago as my first bike, no complaints, easy to learn on, and now that I’ve been riding for a while I’ve pushed it a lot more and I still haven’t reached its full potential. The only thing I’d say is on long rides it does tend to become uncomfortable on my wrists, so if anyone has a tip for that lmk. Otherwise great bike, love that VTwin sound
yeah, same here, you need to train your "six pack" and legs to get some equilibrium and not to put all your weight on your wrist, for that agressive position. Last week had my first long trip on this bike and just loved it! before that, only city and with covid, very few rides, my back hurts, so, some muscle training and its really better now.
Get aftermarket clips ons. I haven't found any that raise up, but if you just take the angle off. I think these might be 10 degrees and you can find them all the way to zero. Makes a huge difference in comfort. I haven't actually done this yet, but that was always the first thing I did on my R1's. I will be doing this in the next week or so. I can't put if off any longer. Also had my seat re done with gell insert. So comfortable now. I used to get them from Heli. Heli bars, but not sure they make them for this bike, but trust me, it will change your ride and you will be able to ride longer. Without making you bike look lame either because they are still clipped on below the top triple tree.
Mildly irresponsible to call an SV-650 a beginner bike
My first bike was a 2001 SV650. I would really like to get this but I also want to try something new.
1st gen SVs are the best
Asking 8k for a starting bike with no TC, outdated screen, halogen light bulbs and no quickshifter (compared to competition) and in some cases no ABS is crazy. Crazy to think that the Hornet 750 costs just less than 8k and for the same price you can get heated grips and 2 suitcases... I dunno, sometimes I think Suzuki thinks of themselves as something higher, forgetting their humble beginings.
The fastest beginner bike is a HAAAAAAAAAYYYYYYAAAAAAABUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUSSSSAAAAAAAAAAA!
loved the intro LMAO
I’ve long wanted the XSR700, now I’ve been recently contemplating the SV650 and the Cb650R. Can’t make up my mind.
I would check the problems with XSR700 on internet !! I think SV with the 5 year warranty is a better choice!
I have an SV650X model. Not my first bike by any means. Have had 6 sport bikes including two R1's, and two BMW dual purpose 650GS. By far this is my favorite bike. It is a great beginner bike but it is also every bit of bike you need especially if you ride really tight twisty roads like the canyons in Colorado for example, or the Tail of the Dragon in TN. It is much more user friendly and I have no problem keeping up with a liter bike in a tight twistie road. I usually pass them because they just can't handle the really tight corners as well. So many wave me around them because they feel pressured because I am on top them in the corners.
Welcome Josh! Nice review on the 650x.
I like that you guys now have 3 dudes with 3 very different size profiles... it gives good perspective
Everything is a beginner bike to this guy.
Not a big fan of the new commentators voice and style of presenting. Don't say ummmmm.... And ahhhh and that tooth suck click thing....... 🤬🤬🤬🤬🤬 I say stick with yammie and spite. I get he's a sv650 owner but still......
I dont know how much it's been said but Josh is pretty cool. It's nice to see him in the videos and I'm not upset at all to see him give his beginner impressions.
Suzuki logic: aging naked bike + plastic cowl = retro cafe racer
Ive watches every sv650 mt07 video 10 times on this channel and ill watch every new one 10x too.. 😂😁
Please test a yamaha FJ09. I need the affirmation of papa yam for the bike i want
I have a SV1000 and I love it
Just bought this bike, my third SV had sv650s, sv1000s now this sv650x! Love it!!
Probably picking one of these up in the next few months. I love my f650gs, and chucking it down dirt roads is fun out here in the desert, but riding it at 80mph on the freeway for my commute is very tiring and the bike is really straining at that high rpm.
I have owned two 650GS. Loved them except for the 5 speed trany was limited when it came to passing on pavement. I've owned two R1's in the past but last year I picked up a SV650X. Same color as this video. I absolutely love this bike. I don't miss the power of the R1 at all. I find this bike more fun to ride and I can keep up with liter bikes in the Colorado canyons no problem at all. In fact the tighter the corner the more I have to brake, because the liter bikes have to slow down so much I'm always right on top of them in the corners. They often wave me past lol. Think I put to much pressure on them. I find myself passing them all the time on my group rides. Terrific engine braking and the sound of the V Twin. Yummy. Especially with the pipe I have. Not sure I want to share that information lol. No one else has one. I shopped overseas. I see your post is a year old. I hope you found one and am enjoying it.
I have the "normal" 2018 model (no X). Fantastic bike, nimble, delightful engine, reliable, fast and does 60 mpg. I have also other bikes but the SV will stay with me for a long time. Incredible value for money.
Yammie Chan is best girl don't @ me!!
*grill
Own a 2018 SV650. I have sat on the X model at the dealership and it is a big difference. I prefer the higher bars on the standard, but I think it’s cool they’re offering clip-ons from the factory for those that want that.
When can we expect a full review of the gen1 2000 model? I'd love to see you guys riding the carburetor version
I love it. Watching this style of reviews lets me know exactly how I would fit on the bike, which is always something I'm wondering about when I watch motorcycle videos.
On the sv650 you will get bored quickly mt07 is better
I just picked up an sv650 a few days ago!
Err frame is different engine is more powerful adjustable suspension far better than the original and have owned both!!.
A 160/60 tire isn't really much more limiting than a 180/50. Just about every sport and sport touring tire has a 160/60 option.
I didn't know people driving Moto2 and Moto3 are all beginners because they don't drive a 1000.
Just get a zx6r or cbr600rr
I lvl slap u
I got my 2005 sv650 a couple months ago and love it. Although I wouldn’t recommend to someone w no experience and yes I know you don’t want to listen to someone on the Internet.
I have 05 SV1000 and I love the bike
i was choosing between this and xsr 700 , chose yamaha and 0 regrets
I realy like how the second guy explained his riding experience,
This bike is way too high priced to be a beginner bike. I'd just buy a Ninja or CBR at that price point.
Both the ninja 650 and cbr 650 are more expensive.
Im getting mine tomorrow!, been of the saddle since in march an idiot wreck me and murdered my duke390, im kind of scared and exited
Here at noob they think 650 is a beginers bike lol am suprized it's not 1000cc
Is it just me or Josh talks a bit like Yammie???
This thing is crazy uncomfortable. I bought one and hate it.
I just bought a 2003 sv650s as my first bike ever. Been mostly wet gravel riding so far, but I love it.
I have a 05 SV1000 and love it as well
The ergo comparison with different height/weight is very very helpful, i hope to see it more in Ur reviews guys! thanks a lot :)
It’s such a beautiful bike, but man the ergonomics on it would kill my back
Graduated Squid U and crashed my first sv 🥲🥲🥲🥲
I'm looking at either an SV650 or Street Triple R for my second bike. Can't wait to be able to test ride both!
Which one did u end liking more??
The intro was so annoying that I couldn't watch the rest of the vid. I don't even care how good the content was or wasn't.
Why dafuq did he put an anime sticker on it?
I just got a 2017 but actually didn't know how awesome it was. I found out right away. Now I'm binge watching all these vids.
Coming from a Honda shadow this is 100 times more fun to me. Everyone's different though.
Another killer intro. you guys are just getting better and better.
3 way moto vlog??
This is an ugly ass bike. Like the triumph street triple, reaaal ugly.
Do you even consider 125cc's motorcyles ?
I bought a Yamaha v star 650 as my first and I do like it, mainly got it for price. Then an sv650 popped up for the same price I was kinda salty lol it was the original one not the x
I miss my vstar. On a fz6 s2 now
@@GloriousxHcG I still have it! It's been very reliable I like it I haven't upgraded yet
Without clip-on risers, this bike is excruciating to ride for very long. Not sure what Suzuki was thinking. And that seat? Holy crap it is thin.
The first minute sums up what I'm going through right now 🤦♂️
Just bought this bike!!!! Loving it!!
@@bodyguard1191 Same bought it yesterday can't wait to Ride it in a few Weeks.
Mt07 is better 😁
If a SV650 can keep up with my RSV Mille, it’s a fast ass bike lol
Awesome intro!!!
You just don't seem to know how to use the gears.
I wish Yammie had a Triumph Street Scrambler to play around with more. It's my fall-back-to bike from the Ducati Scrambler ever since I've realized how insanely expensive the Ducatis were to maintain.
You're going to be excited in a few weeks - that's one of our new beginner bikes I'm giving away :)
@@yammienoob Awesome. Looking forward to it
Hey Yam, after months of OCD bothering levels of research I've plumped for the SV650 for my first bike in 20 years (looked at everything from a 'Blade to a Street Triple/Sprint ST/Ducati 696 etc) but in the end, didn't want something that would make me quit motorcycling again if I dropped it. Thanks for the vids, you've single-handedly convinced me to jump on another bike and cheat death. Pretty sure I'll have a track day booked by the end of the summer ;)
Everytime I see Yammie upload video about begginer bikes I'm excited but then I remember that I live in Europe soo PURE DISAPPOINTMENT
The MT-07/XSR700 is a more exciting fun bike but the SV handles better, the Z650 has less power than both the Yams and SV but its electronics package and TFT is much more advanced, IMO the CB650 is realistically in a different class from the others.
love the new and improved production value!
Me, someone who has yet to do the MSF:
Hmmmm yes that is a nice SV650... but that XSR900 is nice too. Kind of a relatable funny intro there haha. Been watching for quite a long time and now finally thinking about pulling the trigger on learning now that I have the time.
So I've been either deciding on SV650, CB300, or a 390 Duke for my first bike. I have a car so it won't be my daily but I'd like to be able to take the bike on a highway and not worry about being fast enough. Which one would you suggest or any other bike.
For fucks sake, 650s are not beginner bikes. I started on a 650 and I was scared to shit for half a year.
Plenty of people start on them and do fine. Your anecdote is just another data point