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[Stevo88]

Hey guys just joined up.
Am looking at buying my first SV650 in a couple of weeks. Just wondering if there was any things to look out for or any advice that you guys wouldnt mind sharing.

2000 reg 37k miles. to much?
Cheers

[Geodude]

Howdoo and welcome Stevo im a complete mechtard so can only say make sure it has both wheels before you try to ride it ;)

[Stevo88]

haha nice one will remember that.
Found a couple I like now just got to try and pull the funds together :cool:

[Geodude]

If none of the more clever people on here pop along soon to offer advice (still hibernating) use the search function at the top of the site and lose a few hours reading ;) HTH

ps i bought my 99 with 36k on the clock and its been good to me so far :) some on here have gone over 100k and still going strong.

[Fallout]

Engine wise, 37k is fine if it's been looked after (service history/receipts). I know a couple of the GM lot have figures in excess of that and don't have any problems at all. Just have a look at all the usual bits and bobs like chain, sprockets, brakes, forks etc.

Welcome btw. :)

[markc123]

33k on my 2002, going strong. Buy on condition.

At that mileage, it should have had valve clearances checked in a major service at 32k.... you should check that that was done.

The rear shock could be rather lacking in damping if its original, so bounce the rear and see if it returns smoothly or pogos about.

[chris8886]

i've now got my 52 plate up to 60k n it's all good! as long as you keep it serviced properly it'll be fine!

[andrewsmith]

ey up

[carelesschucca]

The bike if looked after should be fine, suspension might/will be a little tired but you can work on that yourself, new oil and springs in the front and maybe a little change at the back... But you can take your time over them and it'll let you appreciate the changes more...

Oh and hello from up in Sunny Scotland...

Just stay safe and be happy when your out there what more do you really want :)

[dizzyblonde]

I sold my black 2000 s a couple of years back with about 35k on it. Twas a shiny pretty fella was Dave....we miss the old faithful. :(

Where ye from? And ello :)

[Luckypants]

Croeso! :cool:

[The Idle Biker]

Hellooo, good evening and welcome.:thumbsup:

[BernardBikerchick]

hello and welcomd to the mad house :cool: