VTR1000 or SV1000

[fallofalot]

Had an SV 650 and a SV 1000s. Love the V twins, nothing like em. Regretted selling the SV1000s which I bought new. Went to a four cyclinder Kawasaki Z1 for a while but didn't like it.

So I recently rode an older model but immaculate VTR. The SV has a lot more going for it on paper, the motor technology wise, the suspension. top end the SV was probalbly better. On the track the SV would come out on top.

I bought the VTR prefer the smother lines than the sharpness of the SV. The VTR motor feels a bit more agressive, is more likely to lift the front wheel away from the lights. Being an older VTR mine has a smaller tank and range is a restriction, which needs careful monitoring on a long ride.

I prefer the VTR. Because of the aggressive feel of the motor, it handles beautiflly and i find it easier to move around on the bike and hang off the seat a bit. It just seems to suit me better, and it sounds awesome with the Harris pipes fitted.

Of all the bikes I've owned the SV and VTR are the only bikes I would go out and buy again. Either one is a gem

[Zapf]

Of all the bikes I've owned the SV and VTR are the only bikes I would go out and buy again. Either one is a gem

Me too... I would buy an SV again only if the Twin Thous don't eat tires that quickly...