SV650S or SV650 (2007)?

[DaffyDuck]

I can't make my mind for many days already, which one is better? Or what are their advantages and disadvantages?

I am a newbie, so I will not have a chance to test ride both of them to compare. Currently I like the naked model a bit more for its classic look, but all reviews are saying that its wind protection is pretty bad at high speeds, which makes me turn to S model...

:scratch:

[Mossy]

the s has a greater top end cos it has the front fairin on and suzuki saw fit to do this because it wouldnt b so uncomfortable for the rider! as a result of this the normal sv has "bitier" acceleration.

myself ide go for the s everytime cos it looks sportier and it is afterall a sports tourer not a naked streetfighter, it just suits the bike better.

it depends what kind of riding your goin to b doin, in most situations the s will win out.

in the end its dwn to personal preferance, if you like the n model, go for that

[Baph]

the s has a greater top end cos it has the front fairin on and suzuki saw fit to do this because it wouldnt b so uncomfortable for the rider! as a result of this the normal sv has "bitier" acceleration.

To be honest, the acelleration/top end is far more to do with the different gear ratio's than it is the fairing.

Personally, I'm a commuter, and so wind blast was the deciding factor. I wasn't looking for anything without at least bikini fairing.

The fairing isn't great, but it helps. I can happily ride along my private disused air strip at about 110 sat almost bolt upright.

You might want to fit a DB (DoubleBubble) like I have, as it helps deflect more wind away from your chest. You still take a hit in the head/neck, but you get used to it with time.

If you don't do high speed motorway commuting (like me) there's little in it. I've changed my gear ratio's to mimic the naked, other than that, only the riding position is different. The faired version, more presusre on your hands as you're leant forwards, the naked, more upright and easier to throw around in traffic.

Buy what suits you & your wallet :)

Welcome to the mad house!

[thor]

What most people seem to gripe about is that the bars are more of a stretch on the S version.

[Demonz]

What will you use it for?

[ujoni08]

I have an S with double bubble and a 16 tooth front sprocket, Scottoiler, etc. for faster runs and commutes. One thing with the riding position as mentioned on here is it's a bit heavy on the wrists and can hurt between the shoulder blades. I found that hacksawing the alloy mouldings under the clipons allowed me to loosen and rotate them forward slightly, which distributes the weight across your palms, rather than concentrating it on the outer part (ulnar nerve). The mouldings are there as an extra safety item to prevent the clipons moving should they become loose. Aftermarket clipons don't have these anyway, and I have loctited the threads on the pinch bolts. I'm still thinking about getting a kit consisting of a different top yolk and normal bars for my S, though.
Jon.

[Alpinestarhero]

I got an S for commuting and playing on (mines a 1999 version though), and its perfect. Its not uncomfortable (i dont think so anyway, im a shade under 6 foot) although it could do with a slightly taller screen (so I'm badgering my parents about getting one for me birthday!) to deflect the wind over my head rather than into my head. Its still better than having a naked though!

Matt

[DaffyDuck]

Thanks guys :)

myself ide go for the s everytime cos it looks sportier and it is afterall a sports tourer not a naked streetfighter, it just suits the bike better.
For me it is the opposite for some reason... Faired looks like an entry level supersport (don't want to hurt anyone's feelings here, just a visual impression it makes to me (noob)), and naked seems like a top level street bike.

What will you use it for?
I wish I use it for everything - streets, highway, track :) But the major purpose will be probably cruising city streets on evenings and weekends.


So, everybody is on the S model's side... No naked fans here? :(

[chris8886]

definately the 'S' model. i can't about the naked model but from experience the fairing on the 'S' does a pretty good job having seen me on a couple of 300ish mile motorway journeys!!

[Biker Biggles]

Where are you based?If you live somewhere warm you will appreciate the wind on a naked bike far more than the fairing on an S,but riding in a Scottish winter might be different.I use a naked SV for all my riding in and around London as I find it much more comfortable.I do have a small headlamp screen on it which deflects the majority of the blast.The naked one is cheaper to buy and insure as well.:)

[seedy100]

If you intend to do any night riding out of town I would avoid the naked, as a wise man once said:-

"two candles are better than one"

[Mossy]

To be honest, the acelleration/top end is far more to do with the different gear ratio's than it is the fairing.


aye baph i dint mention that! kinda implied that they have diff gear ratios but that was the reason suzuki did it like, cheers for correctin us tho!

I wish I use it for everything - streets, highway, track :smile: But the major purpose will be probably cruising city streets on evenings and weekends.

but if your just gonna be cruisin round the streets and no twisty bashin or high speed cruisin by all means go for the N version, its what it suits best!

[remf179]

Ive just bought the sport model with the fairing lowers. Ive just come from a naked bandit and its great not getting off the bike after a long run or getting a bit of a wiggle on and having to put you shoulders back in the sockets.
At the end of the day its your choice, the looks may vary but how comfortable are you ?

[ccurts]

Always prefered the looks of the S, but couldn't live with the riding position. Believe me the naked is much more bearable for any length of time. Also, that screen (on the S) won't do a lot to keep the wind off. The naked works much better below 90 and has better visibility in traffic as its much easier to look around.

I pick up my new naked on Saturday, after a spell on a Bandit 650S and a couple of months on four wheels in 2005. Used to have a k3 naked sv, which I loved. Been looking for an excuse to go back, and the 0% deal, plus the big discounts you can get on the nakeds swung it for me. Either way you can't lose, just junk that stock can ASAP.

[beniryu]

Im in the middle of getting divorced :thumbsup: and my house sale should be completed by the second week in May. At that point im winging my way to Streetbike to purchase a shiny new SV650S - I can't wait :)

[Mavfan]

how much do the gear ratio's differ? whats the top speed of both? (i've only had my S up to 125)

[PaulSV650S]

I have an 06 S that I use to go back and forth to work on. the clip ons are nothing to brag about so I purchased a factory trippl tree with clamps for the standard model. I added super bike handle bars. So I have the perfomrance, protection and look with the comfort.

[RhythmJunkie]

I took the airbox out of mine and now it does 140 mph! :rolleyes:

[yorkie_chris]

If you intend to do any night riding out of town I would avoid the naked, as a wise man once said:-

"two candles are better than one"

Or you could put twin headlights on the naked.

<<see here.

As for the airbox thing rythmjunkie, haven't we talked enough sh1te about that in the other thread?

[PaulSV650S]

how is the yellow short bus bike doing rythmjunkie?

[Mavfan]

I took the airbox out of mine and now it does 140 mph! :rolleyes:
i'm guessing that is rev limited?

[yorkie_chris]

I guess hes talking ********

[RhythmJunkie]

Yep! :)

[kwak zzr]

Im in the middle of getting divorced :thumbsup: and my house sale should be completed by the second week in May. At that point im winging my way to Streetbike to purchase a shiny new SV650S - I can't wait :)

bargain hard with streetbike halesowen and you may get a free tax disk holder:rolleyes: they dont give much away.

[Steve H]

how much do the gear ratio's differ? whats the top speed of both? (i've only had my S up to 125)

Not sure about top speed. Never really need to do 130 ish on motorway!
I have changed my 's' to 45 rear sprocket, not a massive difference just slightly more 'pick up' through the gears imo.