Nothing like taking your fancy race replica to a track day thinking you're going to be a hero only to get passed on the outside by some guy hanging off an SV.
I had sv650 and after all the bikes I had i can say that that one is the definition of the motorcycle. Good looking , great engine and power , comfort/ seating position , cheap , great fuel consumption but most importantly - Fun bike
Didn't have the 650, but had a SV1000S for a couple of years. Compared to the old Yamaha R6 I had before, it didn't have any more horsepower, but it had power all over the rev range like it didn't give a shit about what rpm it had. Cheap and more than enough for most of us riders.
It’s the sweet spot for street bikes. Can put bags and tour on it, can take it to the track and drag a knee on it. Fantastic bikes, the only street bike you’ll ever need.
Had a SV650 from brand new in 2016, never regretted buying it - an amazing and very rideable bike... That 'L' ( 90 degree ) twin is super smooth. Sure the handling at the limit needs some work, but even in its standard form way outclasses my riding skills on public roads.. What I like about SV is it is still made in Japan..( well mine was ).
I bought my 99 sv650 last summer as my first road going motorcycle because I was tired of only riding dirt bikes. Best decision I ever made and I’m still in love with the bike a year later
Not a fan of these more modern naked bikes with their stubby rear and hunchback front end. They also look very smal when viewed from sideways. On the other hand the SV keeps its longer profile which really makes it stand out of the bunch aesthetically. It may not look as pretty as other nakeds when standing alone but with a rider on, it is one of the best looking IMO.
I own a 2009 v strom 650. Same engine with fairings and a screen for commuting 100 miles per day. I am always astounded at just how the bike does everything I need it to do. The engine is the absolute star.
The vstrom 650 was one of the biggest successes in Greek motorcycle history because it was a bike that can do it all with ease. My uncle sold his 2 years ago and the day he put it on sale the same day someone test drove it and bought it. Bulletproof, comfy, can cruise can do a bit off road
Just bought a brand new 2023 sv650 a couple weeks ago for my first full sized street bike. Ridden dirt bikes and have had a grom for 2 years now and this bike is super manageable and fun for a newer rider.
I bought an 03 sv650s early last year for my first street bike and, in my opinion, it's the perfect first bike for someone already somewhat comfortable on 2 wheels. It's fast enough to be fun, keeps up with 600s to 60/70mph and slow enough to keep you out of serious trouble. I've beat on it almost daily and it still runs great at 56k miles. I just bought an fz09 to replace it and I'm having second thoughts about selling my sv now. Hard to justify owning 2 street bikes, but I know I'll miss it if i sell it.
The FZ09 is funner past 70mph, pulls like a freight train from 0-100mph! I had a XSR700 and upgraded to a XSR900, granted you'll be breaking the law a lot the fun factor was worth it.
I have the same thoughts. I picked up a 99 VFR which is a better touring bike but the SV is a bit more nimble. I was going to sell the SV, but am having second thoughts
The other benefit of this bike is that it is easier and more comfortable to commute in an urban city environment, compared to something like an Hayabusa.
Bought my 02 sv650S in 2018 with 1000 miles for $2k. Was and still is my first bike and can’t see myself getting bored with it anytime soon. Hard to find a more perfect motorcycle that excels in everything
I live in Korea currently. And I own 2017 SV650 and I love it so far. In Korea. a lot of rider would be laugh you if you own SV650 because of design. I'm really sad whenever I read about negative comments about SV650.
Having owned the VStrom 650 for 6 years and Ive put a little over 60,000 miles on it, its a fantastic engine! Reliable, reasonably efficient, has a nice sound with a good exhaust, very flexible. Loving it as I do, I think Id enjoy a SV some day too where that engine can be more center stage. Great vid Yam!
@@timjohnson1199 2023 V-Strom 650 I'm getting between 50 and 55 mpg in mixed riding. With only 500 miles on the odometer, it will probably get a little better over time.
My 04 SV650 just hit 20,000 and I just love every mile of it. Super usable power everywhere and NOT a beginner bike as some would say... Long live the SV650
I absolutely love my 08 SV650S. Tons of character, PLENTY quick for responsible riding and/or hooliganism, nimble. and just plain fun. It breaks my heart to know that the SV is on its way out; the new P-twins that are taking its place do nothing for me.
I had an Sv650. 2004 I think. Naked. I absolutely loved it. I only got rid of it because I was ready for something different. I’d pick up another one in a second.
I passed my test on an 08 GS500F & was sorely tempted by an SV650S, but I got into touring & that meant getting something bigger. What I liked about Suzukis of this size was the seat, I found them to be very comfortable. YMMV, of course.
I had an SV650 many years ago and loved it... after a long hiatus I've jumped back into biking again and got it's sister bike, the DL650; it's just such a perfect way to get back into biking for an older guy who is happy to sit higher and go slower. The two of them together work really well.
I never owned an SV650, but I own it's bigger brother, the SV1000n. I love that bike, and after over a year owning it, I doubt I will let it go easy. It's in my view the perfect allrounder.
I bought a SV1000N afew years and I'm glad I got over the 1 litre fear! Not feeling any need to change any time soon and I just hit over 100,000 kms or 62k miles
Bought 1st gen new.Loved it and like most devoted SV fans I also replaced both shocks front and back and difference was night and day.I could take corners in extreme speeds without slightest fear.Handling was amazing.I rode it until it fell apart.Had VFR800 CB750 YZF600 but SV is in special place in my heart.Its a bike that leaves lasting impression.
There’s something to be said for getting it right early on with the SV650, and having the wisdom not to mess with it too much over the 20+ years they’ve been in production. How about a video on the short-lived SV1000?
I don't have that particular bike but do have a 2015 Suzuki V-Strom 650. It has been equipped with the motor the SV650 has. The bike itself is an absolute blast to ride. It catches peoples' eyes wherever I take it and gets compliments; even from the Harley riders. The instant I sat on it, I knew I needed to do a test ride. The test ride turned into making an offer and the rest is history. I haven't had any second thoughts about it. This bike and I were a match made in motor heaven. :) Prior to settling on the V-Strom 650, I test rode almost 2 dozen bikes of different varieties. Some are definitely future purchases or rentals whereas others left me with an aching lower back and bad hip cramps.
Have a 2005 SV650 AND ABSOLUTELY LOVE the bike. I also have a vfr1200f and a BMW s1000rr m pack bike. And yet the sv is still fantastic and holds its own.
Had a 3rd gen '17 DL650. Traded it in on a new Z900RS. Missed the DL, bought a '22 650 Adventure. Just bought a '23 blue tank bronze frame SV 650. Even with stock exhaust, this bike sounds fantastic. Love these Vtwins!
I did my motorcycle lessons and test on the sv650. It was a dream and it was worth every penny even if I were to fail 100 times. Massive fun. It's a ubiquitous bike found all over the UK
I rode a Gladius at the riding school I attended and I fell in love with it. If I hadn't already bought a Ducati Scrambler, I probably would have bought an SV.
I have owned a variety of bikes made by different manufacturers. Most I have only bought once to never buy again. I am now on my 3rd SV 650. I've been riding since 1984. So have plenty of experience. The SV has it all. Speed power torque maneuverability and above all else its a fun safe ride.
i have exactly the same opinion. Not so many years of experience but love my 2005 sv650. Its visceral, perfect for the road, faster than we'll need on any public road, super reliable, agile but stable. Owned a cbf500, a bandit 1200, tested a lot of bikes from nc750 to guzzi v7 to cb1000r and none gave me the same feeling as the sv650. Not too much, not too little, simply amazing at what i look for in a bike
I love mine, the sound it makes with an aftermarket exhaust it makes me smile like a kid and also the pops and flames. I ride mine just throttle on/off between 4k and 5k rpm so it can bang
I had the opportunity to try one and I fell in love one day I will have it my hands I love the 4 cylinders but not everything in motorcycling is that type of engine that 90° bicilindrical is perfect for What I am looking for
I purchased a 2006 sv650 My first motorcycle and it was just as fun the day I bought it to the day I sold it. Do not regret it at all! Phenomenal bike!
if you ever work on an sv (not sure if this is true for all years) beware the clamps that hold the cams as they are fragile if not removed/loosened correctly , they have a tendence to snap in the middle (loosen all clamping bolts evenly and in a star(?) pattern) like when you adjust the valves.
Purchased a 99 first gen with 9.700km on it lm really impressed,last proper bike kx500 2stroke.The sv is so responsive & chuckable just a enjoyable ride.
I rented one of these on vacation and I was very pleasantly surprised with the light, crisp, sure footed handling, but more importantly the way this thing pulls. Not only does it sound very impressive, but it pulls as hard as my 1978 Yamaha XS1100. No exaggeration. Probably due to the fact that it's over 200 lbs lighter. With a meaty mid range, it pulls hard from 75 mph to 100 mph in 6th, for example, and I felt like I was king of the road. I had a great time. I'd like to see a 900 version, light and agile like this, but with a bit more UMPH.
I have an SV650 S. Looks very nice with its half or bikini fairing. The yellow bike (actually called Canyon Yellow it has a touch of orange through it) @7:32 is the one I have. Couldn't care less about your product placement phone case. I have installed a cruise control and handgrip warmers and upgraded the exhaust with a carbon fibre muffler. The ratings Ive seen about its acceleration apparently say it will do 0 -60ks in 3.7secs. I have no idea about that reality but I dont care its a GREAT bike.
Hi, great review, but now I would like to see your test of the GSX-8S, and your sneaky grin when you say it is "boring". Thanks for all your good work 😁😁
I prefer the V-Strom (more dirt roads and trails where I live), but that motor is just so fantastic. It has excellent manners and enough power to make for an enjoyable ride. The sportier SV should be super fun to ride.
I'm working on getting my bike license this year and I've found a couple of sv650 s models and I really like the way they look and the nice rumbley noise they make. So hopefully I might become a sv650 owner in a couple of months.
Still enjoy my 2017 model, riding the wheels off it, and its just so competitive in tight turning twisties, and the motor feels like its going to last forever
I bought a 2020 after riding off and on a GSX-750f for 20 years. The only place the SV is lacking is in long range touring/traveling. But since that is far behind me, the SV is the perfect bike for me.
It could have been, I had one GREAT engine. But the front suspension was lousy and all it really needed was better springs. Change to progressive springs and it’s a game changer! Talk about battle lost for the sake of a horse shoe nail.
I have never owned one, but I did ride an SV650S. Here in Canada they came in a fully faired version. It was interesting as it was the most radically sport-oriented bike I have ever ridden. The seat was a flat, barely padded board, and the clip-ons were very low, and painfully uncomfortable. I ran over a pothole and the impact was so brutal I almost needed surgery. The engine was just okay. It made decent power revved easily enough, and unlike a Harley Davidson, there was no real perceptible vibration. It just seemed completely devoid of character. It was much like the engine on the 750 Street Rod that I rode quite a few years later at a test daze at the Harley Dealer. Nothing really to complain about, but, at least for me, no magic. So it was a brutally uncomfortable motorcycle with an uninspired engine. But then I might have been unfair in my assessment, being still in considerable pain as a consequence of the pothole incident. I'd still like to try the naked SV650 though. With more comfortable ergonomics, a less minimalist seat, and maybe a pipe to bring out more of the engine character, it might be sweet. BTW, beginners don't need to be told that they can't die on an SV650. Some of them will be dumb enough to believe you.
I did my European A Licence training on an SV650 and it served me well as a training bike in that regard. It's handling is great but low speed maneuvers are more tricky due to the small wheels. I was really tempted to get myself one as my first bike but I am 6'3" and the bike is simply to small for me to ride comfortably for longer distances. I went for a brand new CB650R instead and I love it dearly (though I also look somewhat out of proportion on that bike but that's the case for most bikes but I am comfy so who cares) On the plus side - with my ridiculously long legs I could drag a knee on the SV650 in a parking lot without even trying
@Spine Tingler In Europe it's not like in the USA where you have half a day in a parking lot and they let you out onto the roads. It takes around 2 to 3 weeks, depending on country and requirements. I did full access (it's usually staggered if you young, but if you over 21 you can get access without limitation) and our bikes were SV650s and Kawasaki 650s; in total we did ride 4hrs in the compound and around 16hrs street riding before we were allowed to do the exam. They even had +900cc bikes what were Triumph Speed Triples.
I'm 193cm tall and I ride a SV1000n what is essentially a 650 with a larger engine. I changed the rear-set and raised slightly the seat. I have long legs (34" inside leg) and I'm fine.
I drove much different motorcycles and I can tell you my first sv400s 1998 was far best balanced bike of all. I liked it the most of what I tried. It is easy to ride, it forgets you lots of mistakes. It is light and thin, outsdants almost everything in going through traffic jams. It has enough torque and HP so you don't feel lack of engine. Spare parts are reasonable in price. It is comfortable enough for rides through city but also OK to go for 300km runs. Fuel consumption is also reasonable.
I think it’s all about that L twin. Parallel twins are a dime a dozen, they are as ubiquitous as anuses. If I were Suzuki, I would bump up the power about 10% with the magic of displacement or valve timing or whatever, slap on a fully adjustable suspension and steel braided brake lines out of the factory with no electronic nanny and sell that for 20 more years.
Your forgetting the Honda Hawk650 v-twin…. Also Suzuki did the Bandit line up based on the Kahtana which was way more street oriented than the GSXR race orientation.
You can put two pistons in parallel, spread the crank pins 90° apart. Or..... You can put two pistons on the same crankpin, and spread the cylinders 90° apart. There's no difference in the BOOM BOOM BOOM pattern exiting the tail pipe. Guess which one is less expensive to manufacture? Is more compact? Doesn't burn your thighs? Allows longer swingarm? Doesn't fill the sparkplug well with dirt and water? Cost less to service? Makes overall packaging easier?
Started street riding on an SV in 2005. I wish I still had it. Had raised footpegs and awesome custom bars that sat as low as the S model, but not curved bars they were angular welded tube
love the sv , its simple fun for the price and its reliable and it has usable torque and the one you are sitting on is the best looking one of all its iteration
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Nothing like taking your fancy race replica to a track day thinking you're going to be a hero only to get passed on the outside by some guy hanging off an SV.
I actually just purchased a new 2023 sv650 with 0 miles two weeks ago and I don't regret it. This bike feels like it was made for me.
That's how I felt with my 2020! I still love it! Hit some mountains!!
Ride the wheels off it.
I got one about 6 months ago lol, i highly recommend checking out the Bagster seat for the bike its life changing
I just bought a Suzuki Dr650, 2023 as well. I was trying to decide between a SV or Dr, both classic bikes in their own right. No regrets
Great bike, enjoy it to the max😀🇬🇷🤟
Haha I just bought an SV650… seems to be pretty good so far. 2005 20k miles for 2k dollars in mint condition
That's a steal
I had sv650 and after all the bikes I had i can say that that one is the definition of the motorcycle. Good looking , great engine and power , comfort/ seating position , cheap , great fuel consumption but most importantly - Fun bike
Everyone tends to leave out how perfect the bike looks
especially the gen 3 (2017+). Best looking bike in its class by far imo
Looks bad imo. I had full faired 2009 sv650s which looked great.
It looks like a motorbike, no pointless plastic bloat.
@@TiristorCro second gen is by far the best looking for sure
I'm legit mad because they no longer sell the SVS semi-fairing trim anymore. Only used stuff have them, and many are literal carbs.
Didn't have the 650, but had a SV1000S for a couple of years. Compared to the old Yamaha R6 I had before, it didn't have any more horsepower, but it had power all over the rev range like it didn't give a shit about what rpm it had. Cheap and more than enough for most of us riders.
It’s the sweet spot for street bikes. Can put bags and tour on it, can take it to the track and drag a knee on it. Fantastic bikes, the only street bike you’ll ever need.
Just bought a 2023 sv650 last month. I'm loving it. Great bike. Thanks for the awesome video.
Lucky you 😊 .. happy riding
Get an m4 exhaust you won’t regret
Had a SV650 from brand new in 2016, never regretted buying it - an amazing and very rideable bike... That 'L' ( 90 degree ) twin is super smooth. Sure the handling at the limit needs some work, but even in its standard form way outclasses my riding skills on public roads.. What I like about SV is it is still made in Japan..( well mine was ).
I bought my 99 sv650 last summer as my first road going motorcycle because I was tired of only riding dirt bikes. Best decision I ever made and I’m still in love with the bike a year later
The sv650 is the v6 of bikes. Its advanced, but mellow enough for a newbie to learn with
Not a fan of these more modern naked bikes with their stubby rear and hunchback front end. They also look very smal when viewed from sideways. On the other hand the SV keeps its longer profile which really makes it stand out of the bunch aesthetically. It may not look as pretty as other nakeds when standing alone but with a rider on, it is one of the best looking IMO.
I own a 2009 v strom 650. Same engine with fairings and a screen for commuting 100 miles per day. I am always astounded at just how the bike does everything I need it to do. The engine is the absolute star.
The vstrom 650 was one of the biggest successes in Greek motorcycle history because it was a bike that can do it all with ease. My uncle sold his 2 years ago and the day he put it on sale the same day someone test drove it and bought it. Bulletproof, comfy, can cruise can do a bit off road
Just bought a brand new 2023 sv650 a couple weeks ago for my first full sized street bike. Ridden dirt bikes and have had a grom for 2 years now and this bike is super manageable and fun for a newer rider.
I bought an 03 sv650s early last year for my first street bike and, in my opinion, it's the perfect first bike for someone already somewhat comfortable on 2 wheels. It's fast enough to be fun, keeps up with 600s to 60/70mph and slow enough to keep you out of serious trouble. I've beat on it almost daily and it still runs great at 56k miles. I just bought an fz09 to replace it and I'm having second thoughts about selling my sv now. Hard to justify owning 2 street bikes, but I know I'll miss it if i sell it.
Don't sell it
The FZ09 is funner past 70mph, pulls like a freight train from 0-100mph! I had a XSR700 and upgraded to a XSR900, granted you'll be breaking the law a lot the fun factor was worth it.
I have the same thoughts. I picked up a 99 VFR which is a better touring bike but the SV is a bit more nimble. I was going to sell the SV, but am having second thoughts
The other benefit of this bike is that it is easier and more comfortable to commute in an urban city environment, compared to something like an Hayabusa.
Bought my 02 sv650S in 2018 with 1000 miles for $2k. Was and still is my first bike and can’t see myself getting bored with it anytime soon. Hard to find a more perfect motorcycle that excels in everything
did my drivers license on a 2016 sv650, I was surprised by how easy going and yet powerful enough it is
Suzuki is underrated nowadays I think!
Nah just pricey
@@theunluckycharm9637 it’s the cheapest overall out of the big four
@@yeahyourerightheresmystupi5352for the 100 yeah their 600/750 is ridiculously outdated
@@yeahyourerightheresmystupi5352 If I look at the prices of used gixxers in germany they're actually not and I don't know why...
Me too but hey. There are so many that I’ll never need to really rebuild a motor in my opinion
I live in Korea currently. And I own 2017 SV650 and I love it so far.
In Korea. a lot of rider would be laugh you if you own SV650 because of design. I'm really sad whenever I read about negative comments about SV650.
it is really pretty in my opinion
Having owned the VStrom 650 for 6 years and Ive put a little over 60,000 miles on it, its a fantastic engine! Reliable, reasonably efficient, has a nice sound with a good exhaust, very flexible. Loving it as I do, I think Id enjoy a SV some day too where that engine can be more center stage. Great vid Yam!
What's "reasonably efficient "?
@@timjohnson1199
2023 V-Strom 650
I'm getting between 50 and 55 mpg in mixed riding. With only 500 miles on the odometer, it will probably get a little better over time.
I just bought a stock and clean 2006 sv650s for only 2,500 dollars. Best bang for buck motorcycle ever.
Never had an SV, but I had the DL650. What a great bike and engine!
i bought a new 3rd gen in 2022... best choice ever. Slip on, a little wider handlebar, led light change and its the best bike ever
My 04 SV650 just hit 20,000 and I just love every mile of it. Super usable power everywhere and NOT a beginner bike as some would say... Long live the SV650
It absolutely is a beginner bike
The SV650 may appeal to those who like a V twin and don't particularly bother about the latest thing. Like bikes that have a beak.
I absolutely love my 08 SV650S. Tons of character, PLENTY quick for responsible riding and/or hooliganism, nimble. and just plain fun. It breaks my heart to know that the SV is on its way out; the new P-twins that are taking its place do nothing for me.
I had an Sv650. 2004 I think. Naked. I absolutely loved it. I only got rid of it because I was ready for something different. I’d pick up another one in a second.
I passed my test on an 08 GS500F & was sorely tempted by an SV650S, but I got into touring & that meant getting something bigger. What I liked about Suzukis of this size was the seat, I found them to be very comfortable. YMMV, of course.
I had an SV650 many years ago and loved it... after a long hiatus I've jumped back into biking again and got it's sister bike, the DL650; it's just such a perfect way to get back into biking for an older guy who is happy to sit higher and go slower.
The two of them together work really well.
Bought a 2022 model with 0 miles on it. 2 months later and it already has 2 oil changes and over 3k on the odo. Love the bike
I never owned an SV650, but I own it's bigger brother, the SV1000n.
I love that bike, and after over a year owning it, I doubt I will let it go easy. It's in my view the perfect allrounder.
I bought a SV1000N afew years and I'm glad I got over the 1 litre fear! Not feeling any need to change any time soon and I just hit over 100,000 kms or 62k miles
Bought 1st gen new.Loved it and like most devoted SV fans I also replaced both shocks front and back and difference was night and day.I could take corners in extreme speeds without slightest fear.Handling was amazing.I rode it until it fell apart.Had VFR800 CB750 YZF600 but SV is in special place in my heart.Its a bike that leaves lasting impression.
There’s something to be said for getting it right early on with the SV650, and having the wisdom not to mess with it too much over the 20+ years they’ve been in production. How about a video on the short-lived SV1000?
I don't have that particular bike but do have a 2015 Suzuki V-Strom 650. It has been equipped with the motor the SV650 has. The bike itself is an absolute blast to ride. It catches peoples' eyes wherever I take it and gets compliments; even from the Harley riders. The instant I sat on it, I knew I needed to do a test ride. The test ride turned into making an offer and the rest is history. I haven't had any second thoughts about it. This bike and I were a match made in motor heaven. :) Prior to settling on the V-Strom 650, I test rode almost 2 dozen bikes of different varieties. Some are definitely future purchases or rentals whereas others left me with an aching lower back and bad hip cramps.
I just put down a deposit to buy a 2014 V strom. I'm so excited. I will be riding it in 3 weeks!
Honda Hawk GT came out in ‘88. Down on power, but they had the right idea.
Have a 2005 SV650 AND ABSOLUTELY LOVE the bike. I also have a vfr1200f and a BMW s1000rr m pack bike. And yet the sv is still fantastic and holds its own.
for me its the perfect bike. Bought one brand new a year ago and dont regret it.
I've had my 2018 SV650 from new and it's a brilliant bike in every way.
bought a 2019 sv659 a month ago and it is worth every cent. i just love riding it
Just purchased a 2022 SV650A Black with Bronze frame. Looks very nice and sounds amazing!
Just picked up my first bike a week ago… 2019 SV650x with about 3000 miles. So stoked
Bought yesterday SV650X 2022, 1800km for 5K€
Bought mine new in 2000, still going great. Awesome bike, don't think I'll ever sell it.
Had a 3rd gen '17 DL650. Traded it in on a new Z900RS. Missed the DL, bought a '22 650 Adventure. Just bought a '23 blue tank bronze frame SV 650. Even with stock exhaust, this bike sounds fantastic. Love these Vtwins!
P.S. That yellow cafe version SV looks exceptional.
I love my sv650s, bought it used for pennies and sub 30k km on the odometer. Im also loving the v-twin rumble.
Got myself yesterday the 2019 SV 650 as a first bike 😁 love it!👍🏼😁
I'm on an Interceptor now, but I will never forget the nimble willingness of my first gen SV-S. Outstanding bike.
My father bought a 2017 model for dirt cheap because it had 170 000km on the clock. He loves it
Which bike?
sv 650 170 k km on clock ?
@@mociczyczki any engine rebuild done till now??
@@lokeshdeshwal5288 just ask wonder how much this engine can do in normal road condition before something do kaboooom 😁👍🏻
@@mociczyczki means?
I did my motorcycle lessons and test on the sv650. It was a dream and it was worth every penny even if I were to fail 100 times. Massive fun. It's a ubiquitous bike found all over the UK
I rode a Gladius at the riding school I attended and I fell in love with it. If I hadn't already bought a Ducati Scrambler, I probably would have bought an SV.
Had a 2017 sv650 and loved every minute of it set of road 2s and renthal ultra low bars and a exhuast system and it was perfect
an '09 SV650SF (full fairings) was and is my first motorcycle. SV's kick ass!
I have owned a variety of bikes made by different manufacturers. Most I have only bought once to never buy again. I am now on my 3rd SV 650. I've been riding since 1984. So have plenty of experience. The SV has it all. Speed power torque maneuverability and above all else its a fun safe ride.
i have exactly the same opinion. Not so many years of experience but love my 2005 sv650. Its visceral, perfect for the road, faster than we'll need on any public road, super reliable, agile but stable. Owned a cbf500, a bandit 1200, tested a lot of bikes from nc750 to guzzi v7 to cb1000r and none gave me the same feeling as the sv650. Not too much, not too little, simply amazing at what i look for in a bike
Great inputs guys . Thanks I'm a fan and plan to own one very soon .
My first bike was a 07 SV650 and wish i never sold it.
I ride a SV1000s today, but I miss the SV650 I bought in 1999. Loved the frame. 11:48 OMG I love that bike!
I love mine, the sound it makes with an aftermarket exhaust it makes me smile like a kid and also the pops and flames. I ride mine just throttle on/off between 4k and 5k rpm so it can bang
I had the opportunity to try one and I fell in love one day I will have it my hands I love the 4 cylinders but not everything in motorcycling is that type of engine that 90° bicilindrical is perfect for What I am looking for
I purchased a 2006 sv650 My first motorcycle and it was just as fun the day I bought it to the day I sold it. Do not regret it at all! Phenomenal bike!
I love my 2009 SVs so much. Yeah, I want something bigger and faster, but this thing still makes me grin every time I go for a ride.
Buying my first bike, a 2007 sv650, this Saturday
if you ever work on an sv (not sure if this is true for all years) beware the clamps that hold the cams as they are fragile if not removed/loosened correctly , they have a tendence to snap in the middle (loosen all clamping bolts evenly and in a star(?) pattern) like when you adjust the valves.
Purchased a 99 first gen with 9.700km on it lm really impressed,last proper bike kx500 2stroke.The sv is so responsive & chuckable just a enjoyable ride.
Had a 2006 sv650s. Absolutely loved it! Great motorcycle.
I rented one of these on vacation and I was very pleasantly surprised with the light, crisp, sure footed handling, but more importantly the way this thing pulls. Not only does it sound very impressive, but it pulls as hard as my 1978 Yamaha XS1100. No exaggeration. Probably due to the fact that it's over 200 lbs lighter. With a meaty mid range, it pulls hard from 75 mph to 100 mph in 6th, for example, and I felt like I was king of the road. I had a great time. I'd like to see a 900 version, light and agile like this, but with a bit more UMPH.
Bought a leftover year 2022 in 2023 for 1000$ off. Been riding for almost 20 years and figured, why not?
I loved my vx800 with shaft drive!
I have an SV650 S. Looks very nice with its half or bikini fairing. The yellow bike (actually called Canyon Yellow it has a touch of orange through it) @7:32 is the one I have. Couldn't care less about your product placement phone case. I have installed a cruise control and handgrip warmers and upgraded the exhaust with a carbon fibre muffler. The ratings Ive seen about its acceleration apparently say it will do 0 -60ks in 3.7secs. I have no idea about that reality but I dont care its a GREAT bike.
Really appreciated this video, looking at upgrading to an sv650 soon!
Yammie, the picture shown as HORNET 750 (12:47) is actually HORNET 2.0, a 180cc commuter variant of hornet lineup sold specially in INDIAN market
It looked great.
@@nonyabusiness4151 yep not much difference afterall
My 05 sv650s was my crown jewel bike 😢 loved that girl
Where can you find a running used SV650 for $1000?? I just bought an 06 (super well cared for with 25k miles) for $2800 and I'm ecstatic!
Rocking an '02 S-model with about 30k miles. Absolutely blast on the side of the tire
Hi, great review, but now I would like to see your test of the GSX-8S, and your sneaky grin when you say it is "boring". Thanks for all your good work 😁😁
I’m about to buy a 2004 sv650! Happy to know it’s an amazing bike 🚴
I just bought a new one and its a beaut! No regrets what a motor!
I have the 2022 sv and love riding it. Awesome bike for what it is.
I prefer the V-Strom (more dirt roads and trails where I live), but that motor is just so fantastic. It has excellent manners and enough power to make for an enjoyable ride. The sportier SV should be super fun to ride.
I dispatched on a CB500 and it was really good fun, they are not boring bikes.
Yeah… actually I’m not sure there’s any such thing as a boring motorcycle… they’re all fun!!👍
I'm working on getting my bike license this year and I've found a couple of sv650 s models and I really like the way they look and the nice rumbley noise they make. So hopefully I might become a sv650 owner in a couple of months.
got a 20 sv last month as first bike. so fun!!
Still enjoy my 2017 model, riding the wheels off it, and its just so competitive in tight turning twisties, and the motor feels like its going to last forever
Sorry, The GOAT title is already taken. It belongs to the Yamaha RD350. The best sreet bike ever made.
Had a tl1000s and loved it!. Would like one of these too. Little calmer of a bike.
Dropping this engine into the Vstrom chassis created an instant classic. More so than the SV, imo. My personal ‘06 Vstrom 650 is a keeper.
NICE ... VERY WELL PRESENTED CASE ... AND NOW A SV650 FUTURE OWNER 😅😊
Go for it
I bought a 2020 after riding off and on a GSX-750f for 20 years. The only place the SV is lacking is in long range touring/traveling. But since that is far behind me, the SV is the perfect bike for me.
It could have been, I had one GREAT engine. But the front suspension was lousy and all it really needed was better springs. Change to progressive springs and it’s a game changer! Talk about battle lost for the sake of a horse shoe nail.
I have never owned one, but I did ride an SV650S. Here in Canada they came in a fully faired version. It was interesting as it was the most radically sport-oriented bike I have ever ridden. The seat was a flat, barely padded board, and the clip-ons were very low, and painfully uncomfortable. I ran over a pothole and the impact was so brutal I almost needed surgery. The engine was just okay. It made decent power revved easily enough, and unlike a Harley Davidson, there was no real perceptible vibration. It just seemed completely devoid of character. It was much like the engine on the 750 Street Rod that I rode quite a few years later at a test daze at the Harley Dealer. Nothing really to complain about, but, at least for me, no magic. So it was a brutally uncomfortable motorcycle with an uninspired engine. But then I might have been unfair in my assessment, being still in considerable pain as a consequence of the pothole incident. I'd still like to try the naked SV650 though. With more comfortable ergonomics, a less minimalist seat, and maybe a pipe to bring out more of the engine character, it might be sweet. BTW, beginners don't need to be told that they can't die on an SV650. Some of them will be dumb enough to believe you.
I got the brand ne SV650 two months ago. I did consider other brands as mentioned but reliable would always trump modern features.
And metal still beats plastic in my opinion.
I did my European A Licence training on an SV650 and it served me well as a training bike in that regard. It's handling is great but low speed maneuvers are more tricky due to the small wheels. I was really tempted to get myself one as my first bike but I am 6'3" and the bike is simply to small for me to ride comfortably for longer distances. I went for a brand new CB650R instead and I love it dearly (though I also look somewhat out of proportion on that bike but that's the case for most bikes but I am comfy so who cares)
On the plus side - with my ridiculously long legs I could drag a knee on the SV650 in a parking lot without even trying
@Spine Tingler
In Europe it's not like in the USA where you have half a day in a parking lot and they let you out onto the roads.
It takes around 2 to 3 weeks, depending on country and requirements.
I did full access (it's usually staggered if you young, but if you over 21 you can get access without limitation) and our bikes were SV650s and Kawasaki 650s; in total we did ride 4hrs in the compound and around 16hrs street riding before we were allowed to do the exam.
They even had +900cc bikes what were Triumph Speed Triples.
I'm 193cm tall and I ride a SV1000n what is essentially a 650 with a larger engine.
I changed the rear-set and raised slightly the seat. I have long legs (34" inside leg) and I'm fine.
I have a sv1000 and the problem is the tank is in a weird position when you lean over it goes right into your ribs not a good design
I drove much different motorcycles and I can tell you my first sv400s 1998 was far best balanced bike of all. I liked it the most of what I tried.
It is easy to ride, it forgets you lots of mistakes. It is light and thin, outsdants almost everything in going through traffic jams. It has enough torque and HP so you don't feel lack of engine. Spare parts are reasonable in price. It is comfortable enough for rides through city but also OK to go for 300km runs. Fuel consumption is also reasonable.
I have an MT-10, a 98 ZX- 9R and i want a do all daily....this could be it, great video Mr Noob.
I think it’s all about that L twin. Parallel twins are a dime a dozen, they are as ubiquitous as anuses. If I were Suzuki, I would bump up the power about 10% with the magic of displacement or valve timing or whatever, slap on a fully adjustable suspension and steel braided brake lines out of the factory with no electronic nanny and sell that for 20 more years.
id buy one right away.
I'm used to a parallel twin powercurve and I love the sound compared to this v2. So to me the sound is a trade off to get the lower rpm torque curve.
Your forgetting the Honda Hawk650 v-twin…. Also Suzuki did the Bandit line up based on the Kahtana which was way more street oriented than the GSXR race orientation.
You can put two pistons in parallel, spread the crank pins 90° apart. Or.....
You can put two pistons on the same crankpin, and spread the cylinders 90° apart.
There's no difference in the BOOM BOOM BOOM pattern exiting the tail pipe.
Guess which one is less expensive to manufacture? Is more compact? Doesn't burn your thighs? Allows longer swingarm? Doesn't fill the sparkplug well with dirt and water? Cost less to service? Makes overall packaging easier?
Just bought a brand new 23 Sv and I love the thing.
I started in 2002 with a svn 650 and even after going on '98 900 cbr (
Owned a gen 1 & 2, both great bikes and an excellent value!
Started street riding on an SV in 2005. I wish I still had it. Had raised footpegs and awesome custom bars that sat as low as the S model, but not curved bars they were angular welded tube
love the sv , its simple fun for the price and its reliable and it has usable torque and the one you are sitting on is the best looking one of all its iteration