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jakeblues68
08-02-06, 11:31 PM
Hi,
just wondering if anyone has owned a 650 and then gone onto the sv1000?
I am after more horses and an SV seems like a logical step but would be interested to hear from people who have already made the move. (or even to another twin of different make)
Many thanks,
JB68
Sid Squid has - he likes it. And having ridden his bike I like it too - lots :lol: .
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Cloggsy
09-02-06, 09:11 AM
Sid Squid has - he likes it. And having ridden his bike I like it too - lots :lol: .
They're that good compared to the 650 :?:
No question. Suspension the 650 can only dream of (though it needs fettling to get it just right), brakes from the GSXR750 (though no longer the latest model) and an engine that's mega-punchy and sublime - just needs a couple of extra teeth on the rear sprocket IMO to make it into a banzai machine.
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Hi,
just wondering if anyone has owned a 650 and then gone onto the sv1000?
I am after more horses and an SV seems like a logical step but would be interested to hear from people who have already made the move. (or even to another twin of different make)
Many thanks,
JB68
If you've got a 650, Jack in the for sale section is looking at a possible swap for his 1000.
drumwrecker
09-02-06, 10:34 AM
My riding mate has a K3 SV1000s but he was looking longingly at my 650s. He had one before the 1000 and missing the lightness and flickability and the sheer fun but I suspect if he went back to the 650 he would miss the extra horses.
My riding mate has a K3 SV1000s but he was looking longingly at my 650s. He had one before the 1000 and missing the lightness and flickability and the sheer fun but I suspect if he went back to the 650 he would miss the extra horses.
Sounds like the perfect excuse to have both.... :wink:
Had a curvy 650 with twin rengade pipes/airbox and loved it.
Changed up to a thou two years ago - I missed the 650 at first, however once I got some new cans for the thou I forgot all about the 650.
The thou does pretty much everything the 650 did, but about 50% better. Acceleration is amazing - whether you knock it down a couple of cogs or just bang open the throttle. Suspension is much better (could still be improved though) and whilst it is not as flickable as the 650, the better sussies and extra weight seem to make it a lot more stable in the corners.
Starting to get itchy feet at the moment, tempted to have a look at a Trump ST however realistically probably won't change till next year.
I have upgraded from SV650S (curvy) to a TL1000R.
Whilst the TL is better (faster, better handling, better brakes etc), I am still a lover of my SV and I still really rate them.
In fact, I choose to ride the SV over the TL if it is something like commuting.
you wont get the fantastic 50mpg+ on a big v twin tho
Amanda M
09-02-06, 04:12 PM
you wont get the fantastic 50mpg+ on a big v twin tho
That is so, so true :lol: :lol: The raptor doesn't seem to want to pass a petrol station when I'm out on it :lol: :lol:
Yes all reports say that the litre engine absolutely drinks fuel, so maybe not the best commuting tool, but there aren't many ways to get more grins per pound.
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Amanda M
09-02-06, 05:34 PM
Yes all reports say that the litre engine absolutely drinks fuel, so maybe not the best commuting tool, but there aren't many ways to get more grins per pound.
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Couldn't agree more :D You forgive them for costing you a fortune in fuel when you turn up everywhere grinning like a loon :twisted:
Sid Squid
09-02-06, 06:53 PM
SV 1000 trade up.
Do it.
I got to ride one the other day. Suspension and torque rocks. This one had only done 190-odd miles tho so didn't get to play with any power.
Handling seems slightly slower - probably a factor of the wider rear tyre - and the throttle snatchiness is exaggerated from the extra torque. Having said this, it seems smoother at low revs than the 650, possibly due to heavier engine internals giving more flywheel effect.
I'd have one :)
Jelster
09-02-06, 08:10 PM
Just buy another 650 for the foot :lol:
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Peter Henry
09-02-06, 09:22 PM
Hey Bob..So you finally got your hands on your Dad's bike then? :wink: :lol:
Sid Squid
09-02-06, 09:28 PM
Handling seems slightly slower - probably a factor of the wider rear tyre - and the throttle snatchiness is exaggerated from the extra torque. Having said this, it seems smoother at low revs than the 650, possibly due to heavier engine internals giving more flywheel effect.
I'd have one :)
The 1000 feels a little slower turning mostly 'cos it's a bit longer rather than the bigger tyre, although that has an effect clearly, the 'N' steers pretty quickly even though the it has a longer swingarm than the 'S', (by 5/8"), as there is more leverage over the steering with the wider bars. The longer wheelbase is welcome though because of the greater torque - if it were shorter then front grip would be reduced under power.
If it's right then it shouldn't be snatchy, although the throttle response is excellent and at first I found it a bit 'direct', got used to it though - it just has a light, sensitive throttle.
I've got one :)
The 1000 feels a little slower turning mostly 'cos it's a bit longer rather than the bigger tyre, although that has an effect clearly, the 'N' steers pretty quickly even though the it has a longer swingarm than the 'S', (by 5/8"), as there is more leverage over the steering with the wider bars. The longer wheelbase is welcome though because of the greater torque - if it were shorter then front grip would be reduced under power.
If it's right then it shouldn't be snatchy, although the throttle response is excellent and at first I found it a bit 'direct', got used to it though - it just has a light, sensitive throttle.
I've got one :)
i was guessing at the reasons. As an aside, the suzuki site quotes the same wheelbase for SV1000S and SV650S of 1430mm.
Possibly snatchy was the wrong word - lets say "harsh" throttle pickup.
Yes Peter, it was my dad's :D
Go for it I up graded a year and a half ago no regrets. :lol:
Supervox
10-02-06, 08:40 PM
Yes all reports say that the litre engine absolutely drinks fuel, so maybe not the best commuting tool, but there aren't many ways to get more grins per pound.
I have a naked SV Thou & my fuel figures are as follows :-
On an 'A' road / Motorway run - about 150 before the light comes on.
On a 'B' road blast - about 80
Mixed riding, commuting, round town, weekend ride - about 110
Best - 165 :D
Worst - 60 :cry: (but boy was it worth it !! :D :D )
Cloggsy
10-02-06, 10:52 PM
Worst - 60 :cry: (but boy was it worth it !! :D :D )
17 litres in 60 miles :shock:
Saint Matt
10-02-06, 10:54 PM
I want a go on a thou, anyone want to let us take it up and down a road lol. Might have to do some heavy duty pestering at the annual rode out thing :P
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