SV 1000 v VTR 1000

[dipshit]

I like the look of the SV been a more upto date look, with better brakes

Then that's the one you should get. Why? Because a bike that does it for you, will be the one you will be more happy to spend some time and TLC on personalising getting to fit like a glove.

Don't purchase a bike based on other people's opinions from a internet forum. People with VTR's will naturally say they are better than SV's. People with SV's will naturally say they are better than VTR's. And of course people with TL's will say they are better than SV's and VTR's.

[banditb12]

Funny that,TLs are better than both of them and look great.

[Squiggles]

Go the TLS

[mowgli]

i know one thing, if you're not gentle with a VTR you can empty its tank in well under 200km

Same is true of my mate's TL and probably the SV thou aswell. But then guys don't buy litre bikes because they're worried about the environment

[Animal]

I am now in the market for a replacement to my beloved VFR 800. Thinking of these two bikes. I like the look of the SV been a more upto date look, with better brakes, but does it last like the VTR? Who as had both and which did you like the best? Any comments will be great thank you very much.
Cheers
Supersonic

G'day SuperSonic,

Sorry about your last ride. Glad you're okay though.

I had a TL1000S, followed by another TL1000S which incorporated all manner of TL1000R parts (bought as a wreck in Queensland), such as the entire engine and most of the front end. I also spent a bit of money in replacing the rear suspension with a kit I sourced in the US which replaced that stupid bloody damper that Suzuki came up with on what I presume was a hungover Monday morning. After not much effort, it was an awesome bike, devoid of all the early TL handling quirks, and the better clutch and donk that the TLR donated. The Summit Road was my playground then too!

Get in touch with imdying. He's done some amazing things with his SV.

Cheers,

Animal

[yod]

Same is true of my mate's TL and probably the SV thou aswell. But then guys don't buy litre bikes because they're worried about the environment

well true but having a decent range is a factor for some

my last bike was 937cc with a 21litre tank - good for almost 400km, even if you gave it a handful - big difference over a 17litre that you get 170km out of

[Morcs]

Well now you have got a chook chaser I will have to "borrow" the TL and see what you are on about

No worries. just drive over with ya gears one day

[SuperSonic]

Then that's the one you should get. Why? Because a bike that does it for you, will be the one you will be more happy to spend some time and TLC on personalising getting to fit like a glove.

Don't purchase a bike based on other people's opinions from a internet forum. People with VTR's will naturally say they are better than SV's. People with SV's will naturally say they are better than VTR's. And of course people with TL's will say they are better than SV's and VTR's.

So ture, and thats why I posted too, to see what the VTR people would say about the SV and how good their bike is over the SV, and VV too.

And I did buy the bike that does it for me too, The SV 1000 does it more than the VTR, also the VTR is finished with, Honda in their great wisdom have stop making the VTR.

So Thank you to all for you import it was awesome.

[SuperSonic]

G'day SuperSonic,

Sorry about your last ride. Glad you're okay though.

I had a TL1000S, followed by another TL1000S which incorporated all manner of TL1000R parts (bought as a wreck in Queensland), such as the entire engine and most of the front end. I also spent a bit of money in replacing the rear suspension with a kit I sourced in the US which replaced that stupid bloody damper that Suzuki came up with on what I presume was a hungover Monday morning. After not much effort, it was an awesome bike, devoid of all the early TL handling quirks, and the better clutch and donk that the TLR donated. The Summit Road was my playground then too!

Get in touch with imdying. He's done some amazing things with his SV.

Cheers,

Animal

Wow Animal you live in Perth? My Mum lives in Kal not far from you ha 6 plus hrs not far. You must be the only Kiwibiker out side on NZ??
Thanks for that, will do on imdying, not sure if he still has a SV, as the only bike I see him on is a luckly strike suzuki 250?

[vifferman]

The SV 1000 does it more than the VTR, also the VTR is finished with, Honda in their great wisdom have stop making the VTR.

Congratulations, SuperSonic! I hope you really enjoy your new ride.

[imdying]

And I did buy the bike that does it for me too, The SV 1000 does it more than the VTR, also the VTR is finished with, Honda in their great wisdom have stop making the VTR.

SV1000 is finished with too, the 08 bikes are 07 run outs.

[dutchman49]

I am now in the market for a replacement to my beloved VFR 800. Thinking of these two bikes. I like the look of the SV been a more upto date look, with better brakes, but does it last like the VTR? Who as had both and which did you like the best? Any comments will be great thank you very much.
Cheers
Supersonic

It really depends on what you are looking for in a bike. If you want a reliable smooth quickenough sports tourer then stick with your VFR. If you want to have a ton of fun then get the SV with aftermarket mufflers. I had one for 29000kms and loved it. (Did nothing but oil changes, tyres and brake pads) Quick enough and very inexpensive. Fuel consumption is way better than the VTR. However the VTR is far more comfortable, with more upright bars and better positioned footpegs. Makes a difference when you do 500+ ks in a day. If it is "cool" you are looking for then try and find a good TL. Would leave the VFR, VTR and SV for dead...in that order. My advice is to stick with your VFR.

[dipshit]

However the VTR is far more comfortable, with more upright bars and better positioned footpegs. Makes a difference when you do 500+ ks in a day.

There are plenty of options for raising the position of the hand grips on a SV. High-rise clip-ons, fitting handlebars, or as in my case moving the standard clip-ons up above the top fork yoke. (see my profile pic)

That and a few wee other simple mods has made it feel quite different from showroom condition and have no problems with doing 500 Ks or so a day.

[imdying]

There are plenty of options for raising the position of the hand grips on a SV. High-rise clip-ons, fitting handlebars, or as in my case moving the standard clip-ons up above the top fork yoke. (see my profile pic)

The front guard is awfully close to the radiator with the forks at their regular location, have you had any trouble with that mod? Did you have to raise the forks much to get enough area to secure the clip on to?

[dipshit]

The front guard is awfully close to the radiator with the forks at their regular location, have you had any trouble with that mod? Did you have to raise the forks much to get enough area to secure the clip on to?

I haven't had any problems with anything touching or bottoming out after 10,000 ks since doing it. I had to raise the forks up 15 mm, but compensated about half of that by winding the preload completely down. Someone else who did this mod, didn't compensate with the preload and did indeed have contact with the radiator.

See this for more details... (I'm kiwi2000)
www.sv-portal.com/forums/showthread.php?t=24969