SV1000SK6 brand new for $12,500

**miSTa** · 11th February 2006, 07:35

While a new SV for $12500 is a great price and is worth considering so now are all the near new ones - they've just lost a lot value.

**Dafe** · 11th February 2006, 08:01

Originally Posted by hsvboy06

JSG: I'm interested in what you meant by "all the trick bits" - what would I be missing out on if I bought the SV?

Dude, You ain't gonna be missing out on anything - if you buy an SV1K.
The inline 4's have more go, purely more speed based. But coming off a 150, you really need to get more road handling skills behind you before you begin getting into the speed thing. Best to learn how to ride smoother and wiser before riding fast.
Heaps of Welly riders can ride fast, but only a few of those can ride smooth.

The SV1K is an awesome step up for you. I've seen you ride and I know you're sensible enough to take the time to learn well.

What are you waiting for???? Winter?

**Dafe** · 11th February 2006, 08:02

Remember, Buying new will give you a 2 year unlimited kilometre warranty. Enough to keep you safe and sound through to your next bike.

Suzuki Warrantys are transferable though.

**Devil** · 11th February 2006, 10:21

I've ridden the entire new SV range and I'll be echoing the main sentiments here.

Do not be scared of the SV1000. Its a very friendly bike. Linear, easy to deal with power. You have to do something pretty stupid for it to bite you. If you can ride with your head you'll be fine. Great torque for pillions. Lovely noise with some scorpion cans!

Buy one, you wont regret it and you wont be missing out on ANYTHING.

**justsomeguy** · 11th February 2006, 16:17

Originally Posted by hsvboy06

JSG: I'm interested in what you meant by "all the trick bits" - what would I be missing out on if I bought the SV?

Most modern inline four 600's like the ones from the trademe ads I posted have better developed or higher quality suspension, brakes and components than the SV650S. You will need to respect their power though. That's why they cost more brand new. However near new they are the same price as the SV 650S - So I would pick them over a 650 - but not over a 1000S.

At 12,500 the SV1000S is very tempting, wish I had the money.

Just to throw an underdog into the mix how about a Hyosung GT 650R $10K brand new. http://www.motoring.co.za/index.php?...918&fSetId=381

**geoffm** · 11th February 2006, 17:26

One thing you may want to check is the cost of insurance - 9 months on a bike, straight to a 1000cc - they will nail you on the premiums

**skelstar** · 11th February 2006, 18:43

Im old with impecable driving/riding record, 6 months of riding and insurance companies will give $700/yr $500 excess on a 900cc nekid bike.

**Zapf** · 11th February 2006, 23:52

Originally Posted by skelstar

Im old with impecable driving/riding record, 6 months of riding and insurance companies will give $700/yr $500 excess on a 900cc nekid bike.

Gee... I wonder what bike are you looking at? RF900?

**The_Dover** · 11th February 2006, 23:58

erm, nekkid RF900? only if I've ridden the fucker.

**cowpoos** · 12th February 2006, 00:10

Originally Posted by skelstar

Im old with impecable driving/riding record, 6 months of riding and insurance companies will give $700/yr $500 excess on a 900cc nekid bike.

I'm young with a shit driving record [no insurance claims on crashes of my fault though] I totally hav disclosed all speeding fines,modifications,etc...and I pay less than that....excess is about the same...but premium is $575 full cover...

**The_Dover** · 12th February 2006, 00:16

Yeah but you get "special" discounts

**skelstar** · 12th February 2006, 07:47

I got my quote through www.kiwibike.co.nz
It was: $671 and $500 excess ($1000 theft).

**mikey** · 12th February 2006, 17:05

Originally Posted by NinjaBoy

Think about it ....20hp vs 116hp after 9 months of riding

and if you listen to JSG you're stepping up to 136hp. You might as well go check yourself into A+E now.

Go for the SV650, great next step bike ... modern running gear. Get some more saddle time on this then you can decide if you want extreme sportsbike , Sports tourer or something else........

i want from a 20hp sack of shit to a 100hp+ sports machines. still alive.an i been riding less than he has.

haven been into a + e for bike related injuries to.

**hsvboy06** · 13th February 2006, 11:11

Originally Posted by skelstar

I got my quote through www.kiwibike.co.nz
It was: $671 and $500 excess ($1000 theft).

I just called them and the guy (Dave) was awesome - he would sign me up with Swann for a similar amount. That's allowing for full no claims discount.
The difference between the SV650S insured for $12k and the SV1000S for $12k is $30 per year.