SV650s SV1000s differences?

[Monty69]

Ive owned a 2006 SV650s for 2 years now (replaced my CBR600) and have absolutely loved it. But the kms are getting up there now so ive sold it and am about to purchase another SV.... Im quite a short guy, especially in the legs, but can ride the 650 fine, and am happy with the performance, (i managed a 12.041 sec 1/4 mile at ruapuna) but a lot of people have said if you try the 1000 you wont want to buy a 650 again. So, ive checked the dimensions online and the bikes seem to be near identical apart from a bit of extra weight on the 1000.

My main question is anyone out there ridden both and can confirm theyre physically pretty much the same size?
And is the 1000 much more sluggish in handling terms? As the 650 is renowned for its handling and i DO NOT want to sacrifice agility for more power :shit:

[DrunkenMistake]

Ive owned a 2006 SV650s for 2 years now (replaced my CBR600) and have absolutely loved it. But the kms are getting up there now so ive sold it and am about to purchase another SV.... Im quite a short guy, especially in the legs, but can ride the 650 fine, and am happy with the performance, (i managed a 12.041 sec 1/4 mile at ruapuna) but a lot of people have said if you try the 1000 you wont want to buy a 650 again. So, ive checked the dimensions online and the bikes seem to be near identical apart from a bit of extra weight on the 1000.

My main question is anyone out there ridden both and can confirm theyre physically pretty much the same size?
And is the 1000 much more sluggish in handling terms? As the 650 is renowned for its handling and i DO NOT want to sacrifice agility for more power :shit:


Buy the thou, you won't regret it.

If you are short, (im 5'4, and short in the leg) you will be ok, I have a K3 which has the higher subframe so a higher seat height, any later model should be a wee bit shorter but I manage fine, I did shave about an inch off the seat foam, I didn't need too but I decided too so I could be a little more at ease,
All else fails I have some lowering dog bones here you can just about have if you decide to buy one and need to lower it,
I was going to lower it but im pretty comfortable with how it is.

[BuzzardNZ]

I bought the thou new, but rode the 650 1st ( only demo sv they had ). Love the 650, but glad I got the 1000.

Handling IS better on the 650 though.

[Monty69]

Buy the thou, you won't regret it.

If you are short, (im 5'4, and short in the leg) you will be ok, I have a K3 which has the higher subframe so a higher seat height, any later model should be a wee bit shorter but I manage fine, I did shave about an inch off the seat foam, I didn't need too but I decided too so I could be a little more at ease,
All else fails I have some lowering dog bones here you can just about have if you decide to buy one and need to lower it,
I was going to lower it but im pretty comfortable with how it is.

Yeah i went for the 06 sv650 originally because of the narrower seat over the earlier models, but as you say, shaving a bit off the seat would make it even easier, especially with the 1000. I appreciate the offer for the dog bones and will keep that in mind if shaving the seat doesnt do enough. Looks like ill have to go for the 1000, my mate just came home not 30mins ago with a repsol fireblade the bastard! I can touch the ground quite easily on that surprisingly.... But the vtwin bug has bitten, im not goin back to 4cyl.

Cheers for the help

[SVboy]

I had an 05 sv650s and loved it.I am quite short-5'6-7".I swapped it on here for a mint sv1000 and didnt like it-didnt handle as well, felt top heavy/tall and I didnt gel with it.Sold it quickly. That was a few years ago so recently I borrowed another 1000 for a ride and it really reinforced my previous opinions. Not the bike for me. How-ever it was head and shoulders better than the VTR1000 I tried at the time! Just my opinion of course.

[BuzzardNZ]

How-ever it was head and shoulders better than the VTR1000 I tried at the time! Just my opinion of course.

I've always wanted to try a VTR1000 to compare against the SV. In what ways did you find the SV better?

[SVboy]

The suspension shortcomings of the sv are well known but I thought the VTR was suspended on BIC pen springs! I found the Honda soft and wallowy and lacking in torque cf the suzuki. It was a mint near new example too. I will qualify my opinions by saying when I rode this, I was still just getting back into bikes and didnt have a huge pool of experience to draw on. It was interesting to re-try the SV recently and realise my opinions now are the same as then. I imagine I would be more scathing of the VTR now.

[rocketman1]

I had a SV1000 for 2 years, I bought it new, tonnes of grunt but personally found it a bit of a handful on tight roads, on the open highway it was great, big sweeping bends it loved, but I have heard the SV650 handles better in the tight?
Hey don't get me wrong the 1000 does handle, but compared to some better handling bikes it does not give the rider full confidence
Personally unless I lived on the plains in Canterbury I would go for the better handling 650.
Handling wins over power in my opinion.
Most fun in my opinion on a bike is on corners , I just love cornering I get bored on straight roads.

To be fair though , I rode a Honda VTR1000 and a Bandit 1200 and the SV1000 handled better than both IMHO.
I now ride an old R1150GS BMW and it easily out handles them all, it just lacks the power of them all in a straight line:),
If you want handling and speed go for a Suzuki 750 GSXR.

[Ender EnZed]

I've always wanted to try a VTR1000 to compare against the SV. In what ways did you find the SV better?

I've ridden both and much preferred the VTR. I thought the SV felt and looked cheap and tacky in comparison.

[boman]

I bought a SV Thou new 2008. I had the front sorted by Dr Bob. It was a great bike, but a tad heavy to chuck around. 220kgs, 190hp IIRC.
I bought a Triumph 675 Daytona, 135hp 175 kg, to replace the Thou with, and have never regretted the decision.

In fact a recent ride on my old bike, just reinforced how much better the lighter and more nimble bike is.


Just my 2c worth.

[haydes55]

I bought a SV Thou new 2008. I had the front sorted by Dr Bob. It was a great bike, but a tad heavy to chuck around. 220kgs, 190hp IIRC.


Either that's running NOS or a turbo or something or you don't recall correctly.

OP- buy a TL1000s

[EJK]

I bought a SV Thou new 2008. I had the front sorted by Dr Bob. It was a great bike, but a tad heavy to chuck around. 220kgs, 190hp IIRC.

At the crank or at the wheel?

[skippa1]

At the crank or at the wheel?
More likely at the hair dressers I would say....:facepalm:

[Ender EnZed]

He probably meant to type 109 hp.

[AllanB]

Yoshi pipes pull the power up to 190............

[Drew]

My experience of both was. "If only the forks would extend back from the bump stops, I could start really pushing it through these turns".

Interesting that Rocketman thought the SV handled better than the Bandit. What year Bandit are we talking? The '98 I rode a few times was a great handling machine, but I haven't ridden the newer ones.

The 650 is a better bike all round, but it's horses for courses. The 650 is a commuter at heart, the thou a sports (pfft) tourer.

Open the pipes on the 650, chuck the rear shock in the rubbish and have emulators installed up front, and you'll think it's a different bike and be happy for a few more years.

[slofox]

I had a K7 650s, from new, for two years - put 42,000k on it.

I had the front sorted with emulator kits etc which improved it. But road testing a gixxer 6 illustrated the fact that even with the upgrade, the handling was nothing like it could be.

I haven't ridden the SV 1000 but always prefer lightweight bikes anyway.

[Banditbandit]

Yoshi pipes pull the power up to 190............

SV1000s are rated at 116 horses standard ... thats a massive jump to 190 horses with just a change of can ..

I've never ridden either the 650 or the mille ... but I've ridden behind both and I would take the 1000 over the 650 ... but then I wouldn't buy either of them sorry ..

[Devil]

Open the pipes on the 650, chuck the rear shock in the rubbish and have emulators installed up front, and you'll think it's a different bike and be happy for a few more years.

Yup, having ridden multiple SV650's and 1000's, a well sorted 650 is hilarious fun. Had a neptune can on mine, racetech emulators and ohlins shock. Naked version with flat bars. Was a blast to ride..

[Drew]

Yup, having ridden multiple SV650's and 1000's, a well sorted 650 is hilarious fun. Had a neptune can on mine, racetech emulators and ohlins shock. Naked version with flat bars. Was a blast to ride..Yep, for two grand they can be turned into a cool bike to get round on.

Alas, you're left paying the premium reg fee, with none of the advantages...like the ability to pass at will.

[onearmedbandit]

SV1000s are rated at 116 horses standard ... thats a massive jump to 190 horses with just a change of can ..



I'm thinking you missed the sarcasm.

[boman]

He probably meant to type 109 hp.

PMSL yes. Fat fingers, meant to type 109.

190. Gees,


:laugh::laugh::laugh::laugh::laugh:

[Monty69]

Oh dam it, now im really undecided! Ive got an sv1000 to go look at this weekend (in chch) but now after reading more comments im worried it wont be
nearly as good as the 650 in terms of agility. Im not going to get a good feel for it test riding it around the block and im not gona take
someone elses bike up dyres pass road.... hmmm

[EJK]

But... But... Come on, don't you want 190 horsepower???

[sil3nt]

I had a K7 650s, from new, for two years - put 42,000k on it.

I had the front sorted with emulator kits etc which improved it. But road testing a gixxer 6 illustrated the fact that even with the upgrade, the handling was nothing like it could be.

I haven't ridden the SV 1000 but always prefer lightweight bikes anyway.This one?

Can't believe they still have it if it is the same http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/sports/auction-596121342.htm

[Devil]

Oh dam it, now im really undecided! Ive got an sv1000 to go look at this weekend (in chch) but now after reading more comments im worried it wont be
nearly as good as the 650 in terms of agility. Im not going to get a good feel for it test riding it around the block and im not gona take
someone elses bike up dyres pass road.... hmmm

How many k's are actually on yours?

[p.dath]

First, I'm a CBR man, not a SV man. I've had both a CBR600F4 and a CBR1000RR. But hopefully the engine size thoughts will be comparable.

I think if you've never owned a 1000cc bike you should get the 1000cc, otherwise you'll always be wondering "what if". End of discussion.

I personally prefer the 600cc size for everyday riding and normal fun. It's hard to describe why. I think I would describe it as more fun, because I find it more "care free". I know with the 600cc I can just pin the throttle, and nothing too bad will happen.

A 1000cc needs more respect, and when I'm riding my 1000cc I'm far more conscience of my throttle. I'd never just "pin" it otherwise I'm likely to light up the rear end. I'm more cautious exiting corners and the like.

So like I say, I find the 600cc just more fun.

[slofox]

This one?

Can't believe they still have it if it is the same http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/sports/auction-596121342.htm

Yep - dat one. It has had another owner between myself and now. Dat's a Two Bros can on it dat is.

[slofox]

I personally prefer the 600cc size for everyday riding and normal fun. It's hard to describe why. I think I would describe it as more fun, because I find it more "care free". I know with the 600cc I can just pin the throttle, and nothing too bad will happen.

A 1000cc needs more respect, and when I'm riding my 1000cc I'm far more conscience of my throttle. I'd never just "pin" it otherwise I'm likely to light up the rear end. I'm more cautious exiting corners and the like.

So like I say, I find the 600cc just more fun.

Couldn't agree more. I rode a litre gixxer and decided it would get me into trouble far too quickly. I prefer lighter weight anyway.

[Drew]

Middle weights are for chicks, and fags.

[BuzzardNZ]

Couldn't agree more. I rode a litre gixxer and decided it would get me into trouble far too quickly. I prefer lighter weight anyway.

I know top end wise the gsxr 600 will dominate the sv1000, but how about off the mark to 160kph?

Reason I ask is that I did exactly this at the lights vs an R6 and I seemed to have the edge, but I kinda wondered if the R6 was holding back ( as per normal, no corners involved or I'd know he was holding back ( SV horrid suspenders )

[Drew]

I know top end wise the gsxr 600 will dominate the sv1000, but how about off the mark to 160kph?

Reason I ask is that I did exactly this at the lights vs an R6 and I seemed to have the edge, but I kinda wondered if the R6 was holding back ( as per normal, no corners involved or I'd know he was holding back ( SV horrid suspenders )

The six will fucken smash it! More power, weighs less, made of better equipment.

[Monty69]

The six will fucken smash it! More power, weighs less, made of better equipment.

The six would smash it everywhere, except in a drag race. My sv650 pulled 12.041sec 1/4 mile pass, kawasakis new 636 runs an 11.8, so id bet an sv1000 could beat that easy.

[BuzzardNZ]

The six would smash it everywhere, except in a drag race. My sv650 pulled 12.041sec 1/4 mile pass, kawasakis new 636 runs an 11.8, so id bet an sv1000 could beat that easy.

That was my question really, asking if the sv would do it in a drag, sounds like it will... too a point.

[Runt]

I own an SV1000S - I have ridden a 650 but it was just too low powered.
Both are comparatively low on power for their cubic capacities and built to a budget - but you get what you pay for so I've no complaints in that regard - if you want the best - pay for the best.
I bought the SV as a "sensible option" cause I'm getting long in the tooth, ride every day, and it's only occasionally that I want more than it can give.
Power wise its comparable to a 600cc "real" sportsbike - but its also easy real world power - accesible for everyday use.
Handling wise - Ok - just keep it smooth - the limits arrive earlier but not suddenly - you know when you're near the edge
I still often lust after GSXR's R1's ZX10's and Blades - but I've ridden them all and know that for 95% of the time I'm as quick on the SV.
(Would love to try a BMW RR though)
My only real niggle is the horrible budget slipper clutch's action which makes it awkward to launch hard consistently.
Otherwise its a pretty good allrounder - light enough and nimble enough for my 65 kgs to chuck around and a slim profile for traffic dodging.
If you do want high speeds you need to work it a bit - but you can still destroy 4 wheelers and a lot of 2 wheelers easily/comfortably
Plus - you don't accidently wander into licence dissolving territory too often - the few times I venture over 200 - i know I'm speeding - GSXr's etc often "suck you in" to warpspeeds without really meaning to
As for the 650 - I only rode a friends one for a few k's - so can't really say if the handling was any better
Personally the 650's power is just not enough - but then again the 1000 is less than what I'd been used to - it would probably keep you happy if moving up from a 250 or similar.

[Laava]

I own an SV1000S - I have ridden a 650 but it was just too low powered.
Both are comparatively low on power for their cubic capacities and built to a budget - but you get what you pay for so I've no complaints in that regard - if you want the best - pay for the best.
I bought the SV as a "sensible option" cause I'm getting long in the tooth, ride every day, and it's only occasionally that I want more than it can give.
Power wise its comparable to a 600cc "real" sportsbike - but its also easy real world power - accesible for everyday use.
Handling wise - Ok - just keep it smooth - the limits arrive earlier but not suddenly - you know when you're near the edge
I still often lust after GSXR's R1's ZX10's and Blades - but I've ridden them all and know that for 95% of the time I'm as quick on the SV.
(Would love to try a BMW RR though)
My only real niggle is the horrible budget slipper clutch's action which makes it awkward to launch hard consistently.
Otherwise its a pretty good allrounder - light enough and nimble enough for my 65 kgs to chuck around and a slim profile for traffic dodging.
If you do want high speeds you need to work it a bit - but you can still destroy 4 wheelers and a lot of 2 wheelers easily/comfortably
Plus - you don't accidently wander into licence dissolving territory too often - the few times I venture over 200 - i know I'm speeding - GSXr's etc often "suck you in" to warpspeeds without really meaning to
As for the 650 - I only rode a friends one for a few k's - so can't really say if the handling was any better
Personally the 650's power is just not enough - but then again the 1000 is less than what I'd been used to - it would probably keep you happy if moving up from a 250 or similar.

They have a slipper clutch? Serious question as I have a similar engine in the v strom and am fairly sure there is no slipper in there.

[Runt]

They have a slipper clutch? Serious question as I have a similar engine in the v strom and am fairly sure there is no slipper in there.

They describe it as such - and I did read a suggestion somewhere that the clutch action could be improved by using a v strom clutch - so I assume they share a basket but differ internally

[BuzzardNZ]

no 'proper' slipper clutch as far as I know. nice to be proven otherwise though.

[Runt]

no 'proper' slipper clutch as far as I know. nice to be proven otherwise though.

Not a true slipper clutch - It has a "back torque limiter"

[wynw]

[QUOTE=Laava;1130607892]They have a slipper clutch? QUOTE]
...mine certainly didnt! did make you slip n slide a bit if you were a bit hard down the gears tho

[Laava]

[QUOTE=Laava;1130607892]They have a slipper clutch? QUOTE]
...mine certainly didnt! did make you slip n slide a bit if you were a bit hard down the gears tho

GP styles?

[imdying]

I have an SV1k in the garage. Buy the 600. The SV1000 is a turd. Just don't fucking do it. It's a cheap parts bin piece of junk with sad suspension, a soft engine, and no redeeming features other than the price. Definitely do not buy one to put big miles on, your arse will ask for a divorce. Just don't fucking do it. The 97 ZX6R ran rings around it, 9 years older or not.

[Banditbandit]

First, I'm a CBR man, not a SV man. I've had both a CBR600F4 and a CBR1000RR. But hopefully the engine size thoughts will be comparable.

I think if you've never owned a 1000cc bike you should get the 1000cc, otherwise you'll always be wondering "what if". End of discussion.

I personally prefer the 600cc size for everyday riding and normal fun. It's hard to describe why. I think I would describe it as more fun, because I find it more "care free". I know with the 600cc I can just pin the throttle, and nothing too bad will happen.

A 1000cc needs more respect, and when I'm riding my 1000cc I'm far more conscience of my throttle. I'd never just "pin" it otherwise I'm likely to light up the rear end. I'm more cautious exiting corners and the like.

So like I say, I find the 600cc just more fun.


Couldn't agree more. I rode a litre gixxer and decided it would get me into trouble far too quickly. I prefer lighter weight anyway.


I agree. I have a 650 Bandit for daily transport and a 1250 Bandit for weekends and long distance ... I would say that the 650 is more fun - for much the same reason ... I throw it around a lot more, I push it hard in the corners ... I run it on higher revs in lower speeds ... it is just more fun ...

The 1250 I love as well - but it's a whole different ballgame ... a while ago I turned out of an intersection on a damp road and opened the throttle to accelerate away from an approaching car (100k zone) and fishtailed the backend badly .. I didn't drop it but I had a little blood in my adrenalin stream for a while ... I've had the front end waving in the air as I turned out of a petrol station ... ... On the other hand it really comes into it's own around 180 klicks ... and will just sit there all day ... It's an awesome long-distance bike ...

I wouldn't sell either of them (yet) ... the 650 is just plain fun fun fun .. the 1250 is much more serious ... but as p.darth says - get the thou - or you will always wonder ...



I know top end wise the gsxr 600 will dominate the sv1000, but how about off the mark to 160kph?

Reason I ask is that I did exactly this at the lights vs an R6 and I seemed to have the edge, but I kinda wondered if the R6 was holding back ( as per normal, no corners involved or I'd know he was holding back ( SV horrid suspenders )

I've been all over the back of an SV1000 on my 650 - I have no idea how good or bad the rider was - but running on the road between 180 and 200 klicks I was not impressed by the SV at all ... so a SV1000 is only ever likely to see the tail lights of a 600 gixxer .. and not even for very long ...

[BuzzardNZ]

I have an SV1k in the garage. Buy the 600. The SV1000 is a turd. Just don't fucking do it. It's a cheap parts bin piece of junk with sad suspension, a soft engine, and no redeeming features other than the price. Definitely do not buy one to put big miles on, your arse will ask for a divorce. Just don't fucking do it. The 97 ZX6R ran rings around it, 9 years older or not.

I tend to agree with all of this, especially the seat! almost as bad as the suspension. Build quality is also average.

Redeeming features for me though is that I think it looks great and sounds amazing with 2 brothers pipes on.

Still a regular on http://www.sv-portal.com/ imdying? I would be, but the arseholes banned me from that site.

[Banditbandit]

Redeeming features for me though is that I think it looks great and sounds amazing with 2 brothers pipes on.



Any V-Twin sounds great with the right pipes .. that means fuck all really ... I'd go with imdying and say look elsewhere - While I've never ridden one I've followed the things and read enough comments like his to know I would not have one ..

[Deano]

Middle weights are for chicks, and fags.

And racers on a tight budget !

[SVboy]

I asked IMDYING's advice on SV1000s just before I got my one. What he said then is exactly the same as what he says now. I could not believe the improvement going fron the 1000 to a gsxr600. Night and day!

[TLDV8]

Not a true slipper clutch - It has a "back torque limiter"

They have the same goofy set up as the TL1000 that uses a cam set to load the clutch spring towers.
The reason I did this in 2007.

http://s30.photobucket.com/user/manurewa/library/Clutch?sort=3&page=1

http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c345/manurewa/Clutch/CLS8.jpg

[imdying]

Yes, you cannot deny that they do sound fantastic on open pipes.... but then, every v-twin four stroke does, even little VTR250s.

I still have mine, but it's always in a constant state of change... now I just use it as an outlet for modifying stuff. I have to say, my blade has no mods, other than radiator/paint/engine protection. I can't see any reality where I could recommend one, the blade trounces it completely in every single aspect.... faster, comfier, easier to ride, better wind protection, better fuel economy, longer range, better torque, etc etc etc.

Sure it was half the price, but you know what, I'd rather just go into hock for another couple of years and buy the double the price bike if that's what it took. Every time I ride the blade I never regret the purchase. Every time I look at the SV I think maybe I should take the sabre saw to something else on it.

Please, I beg of you, take some similar priced 600s for a ride. You can ride one of those literally down to idle... the SV will sort of do that, but never with the same grace or smoothness.

[98tls]

OP- buy a TL1000s

He wants a bike to ride not rebuild,to old.

[codgyoleracer]

My experience has been that SV650s are faster than Sv1000s........... :-)

[TLDV8]

My experience has been that SV650s are faster than Sv1000s........... :-)

Not if you push both out the back door of a C 130.

[Berries]

Ive owned a 2006 SV650s for 2 years now (replaced my CBR600)............
Yeah, I replaced a CBR600 with a new K3 SV1000. Decision was made on the cc/$ ratio to be honest as it is not a bike whose looks you could love, a bit like having a ginger kid.

First thoughts were nice engine, wish I could put it in my CBR. The SV felt like the lardy old bus that it is in comparison. I am glad that I didn't buy the 650 though because once or twice a day I do have to get an acceleration fix. In fact I am not even sure whether I knew if there was a 650 available as it would have been so far off my radar at the time.

I would have got rid of the SV a few years ago but life intervened and I have been stuck with it. I still look forward to gearing up and taking it to Queenstown every few weeks, and commute every day on it, but it is a soulless lump of metal. Not the kind of bike you would give a name.

[DrunkenMistake]

I would have got rid of the SV a few years ago but life intervened and I have been stuck with it. I still look forward to gearing up and taking it to Queenstown every few weeks, and commute every day on it, but it is a soulless lump of metal. Not the kind of bike you would give a name.

I guess I know no better,
But I love mine, I honestly think its the best thing since sliced bread, I actually hate myself for not riding it more often, I have been a little soft over winter this year.

[98tls]

I guess I know no better,
But I love mine, I honestly think its the best thing since sliced bread,

And thats all that matters,enjoy.

[nzspokes]

And thats all that matters,enjoy.

Exactly. No matter what bike you get somebody will say its shit. Love what you have. :cool:

[98tls]

Exactly. No matter what bike you get somebody will say its shit. Love what you have. :cool:

Theres not to many shit bikes really,far more shit riders with opinions on things they know nothing about.A constant reminder of that is a good mate of mine that rides and has ridden a well set up GSXR750 for years,between Palmerston and Ranfurly he pilots that old thing quicker than anyone on anything ive ever seen no matter the name on the tank or purchase price and theres been a few red faces at the Ranfurly pub over the years.

[mossy1200]

Yoshi pipes pull the power up to 190............

True. I have Yoshi pipes and about 190hp also.

[mossy1200]

I like the look of sv1000. They also sound good. I would say if your into a bike other than transport to work it would be the type that would fail to excite its rider after a few months of owning it though.

Honda sp1 would still be my lower value twin choice.

[DrunkenMistake]

I like the look of sv1000. They also sound good. I would say if your into a bike other than transport to work it would be the type that would fail to excite its rider after a few months of owning it though.

Honda sp1 would still be my lower value twin choice.

I have owned mine for around 6 months now, honestly I haven't done as many of my normal big rides as I usually would but I have managed a few thousand km on it in that time doing spirited rides along with my commute to and from work which usually involves the long way home,
The only problem I have with it is, the fact that im a short ass and have to deal with leaping onto it to get it off the side stand on a hill haha, but thats not really SV related.
(Attached a picture because I like showing it off, so blow me)
http://i.imgur.com/PyHAQAS.jpg

[Drew]

Honda sp1 would still be my lower value twin choice.Lower value? Those things have held their price for a while now, and only going to go up in value.

[Berries]

(Attached a picture because I like showing it off, so blow me)
Looks awfully close to the harbour.

:msn-wink:

[sil3nt]

Looks awfully close to the harbour.

:msn-wink:Beat me to it :laugh: :Pokey:

[DrunkenMistake]

Looks awfully close to the harbour.

:msn-wink:


Now now, you are just upset you are behind your keyboard and I was out riding :bleh:

[SVboy]

Now now, you are just upset you are behind your keyboard and I was out "swimming" :bleh:
...................................

[mossy1200]

Lower value? Those things have held their price for a while now, and only going to go up in value.

I paid 28.5 for mine and sold it for half that 1 year later.

[Drew]

I paid 28.5 for mine and sold it for half that 1 year later.

Holy shit man!

Ya struggle to get a nice one for $10k if I recall correctly from when Jay was looking for one.

[mossy1200]

Holy shit man!

Ya struggle to get a nice one for $10k if I recall correctly from when Jay was looking for one.

They are a good bike I just paid top dollar and they dumped the price to 19.9 six months later which ruined the value of mine instantly. Was a really ghey thing to do to their customers.

[Drew]

really ghey

Ummm, it's a Honda bro.

[mulletman]

Ive had my 07 for a year now and done 27k in that time the only thing ive changed is the fork oil and had some .95 racetech springs fitted (sup by RT) which has satisfactory fixed up the woefull front. (done usual oil/filter other fluids,grease etc), for me there is enough adjustment in the front and rear to make handling acceptable.
I knew about the short commings before buying so no real surprises eg lack of tank capacity, susp, but for me i hadnt owned a vtwin so wanted to try, i wanted a naked so not that much choice, this one came along and for 5k thought wtf and bought it, so if your still keen for a thou wait for a low k cheapy and if it aint you flick it on and buy what ever.

[imdying]

5k ain't a lot of tin to lose!

[imdying]

Ummm, it's a Honda bro.Interestingly, it's the SV that makes my arse hurt, not the CBR...

[onearmedbandit]

Interestingly, it's the SV that makes my arse hurt, not the CBR...

That's because the Honda is more experienced and gentle.

[98tls]

Interestingly, it's the SV that makes my arse hurt, not the CBR...

Rode a mates SV and yep i hated the seat after a hour or so.As for the rest of the bike i quite like em,not that fussed on the pointy styling but thats the way styling went.

[Drew]

Rode a mates SV and yep i hated the seat after a hour or so.As for the rest of the bike i quite like em,not that fussed on the pointy styling but thats the way styling went.
Yep, RSVfour is one of the ugliest bikes ever made I reckon. The pointy edges remind me of something out of 'Buck Rogers'.

[98tls]

Yep, RSVfour is one of the ugliest bikes ever made I reckon. The pointy edges remind me of something out of 'Buck Rogers'.

Tis where the Busa looks all wrong i reckon,theres pointy bits then that rounded rear and god awful front guard that looks like a cut down old Indian guard,its somehow caught between decades.Do bikes really need full fairings these days,did they ever need them...

[Drew]

Tis where the Busa looks all wrong i reckon,theres pointy bits then that rounded rear and god awful front guard that looks like a cut down old Indian guard,its somehow caught between decades.Do bikes really need full fairings these days,did they ever need them...

With the amount of gaps in modern fairings, it certainly makes you wonder.

GP bikes spend time in wind tunnels, but I can't think of any that have stator and primary gear covers exposed.