Sv650 blue pointy for sale

[marc5180]

Bought this bike straight away after passing my test4 weeks ago from the user named Mototech on here. Iv realised the bike is too big for me to start off on on so im going to get a smaller bike to learn on first of all. i paid 2595 for this bike so i would like as close to this figure as possible. the bike is an absoloute minter and it has been well looked after, iv only been on it a few times ( because of the weather ) but the amount of admiring glances you get when riding this bike is unbelievable. Anyways a bit about the bike...

http://img232.imageshack.us/img232/3986/16062007146lh1.th.jpg (http://img232.imageshack.us/my.php?image=16062007146lh1.jpg)


2003 registered
1 registered keeper
just been motd
just been taxed for 6 months
14,500mls
FSH
Datatool alarm/immobiliser (insurance approved)
mini indicators to replace the rediculously large standard ones
matching blue bikini fairing
matching blue hugger
matching blue seat undertray
matching blue rear seat hump
Carbon can company stainless oval silencer with removable baffle (Sounds ace)
Excellent condition all round

Revised £2100

Anyone interested please pm me or email me at marcrigby01@blueyonder.co.uk
Please note in dont want to sell any parts seperately as id rather sell it as a package.

cheers
marc

[markmoto]

Marc you will miss her!! she was a luvely bike.

Here is a better piccy of herhttp://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b180/mototech/Bikes/pentax009-1.jpg

What you thinkin of gettin to replace her marc?

[marc5180]

Im not sure yet mark... its too big for me. I dont feel confident enough going around corners on her. Im thinking of something smaller and lighter to learn on

[markmoto]

Its all down to how you feel at the end of the day isnt it only you know if it feels right or not. Maybe something with a more upright seating position and abit smaller would fit the bill. Hope you find what your looking for mate.

[fullstop102]

Yeah I thought mine was too big to start with. I would give it a bit longer and see if you can get used to it as you know that in a few months a smaller engine will seem too small. I feel that my bike is very light now (aluminium frame and engine) and other bikes seem very heavy in the corners. Good luck selling it. Looks great.

[scarlett]

At least your willing to admit your struggling with it.

However, you know Rome wasnt built in a day, dont expect too much of yourself too soon.

I passed my test a year ago...and its only recently that I feel more settled and confident on my bike. I still dont corner very fast or tear around, but I am riding faster and smoother than a year ago and am noticing improvements in my riding now.... its been a slow process, and a huge learning curve....but its all beginning to click into place. I've still got a huge amount to learn.

Why dont you stick with it for a bit. Maybe do a Bikesafe day, or ask your instructor for some tuition on the areas that you feel you are weak in.

[markmoto]

riding takes years to properly master! just gota get miles under those wheels.

[Jools'SV Now]

Problem you've got is that there isn't much else that is smaller or lighter.

The uk market goes straight from 125 to 600 with diddly squat in between.

Unless you want nekkid, like a cb500, but you'll get bored of something like that in no time and they don't look too sexy.

We looked for the Mrs cos a 400 would've been ideal - they just dont exist.

I'd also advise to stick with it for a while, go out on your own and get familiar with it down a stretch of road you know when it's quiet.
That way you're not worrying about the road, just you and the bike.
Looks too good a bike to sell so soon;)

[markmoto]

Problem you've got is that there isn't much else that is smaller or lighter.

The uk market goes straight from 125 to 600 with diddly squat in between.

Unless you want nekkid, like a cb500, but you'll get bored of something like that in no time and they don't look too sexy.

We looked for the Mrs cos a 400 would've been ideal - they just dont exist.

I'd also advise to stick with it for a while, go out on your own and get familiar with it down a stretch of road you know when it's quiet.
That way you're not worrying about the road, just you and the bike.
Looks too good a bike to sell so soon;)

Marc a few well made points there, 99% of 400cc bikes on the road have been thrashed to death and not many of them looked after plus the majority have been raced. If your abit concerned about maybe to much power you could always get a restricted ecu which would bring the power down to a the learner limit of 33bhp.
What is it that makes you feel unsteady on the sv? if you can point it out maybe people can give you ways to help.

[stewie]

you have a pm

[marc5180]

It isnt the power, im fine with that its the corners. I can go round them but i slow down a hell of a lot and it feels like im going too slow. When im out with my friends they constantly have to keep stopping and waiting for me which is annoying. My friends say that i should speed up and just lean into the corners but if i struggle to take a bend at 30 then why would i speed up?????? it just doesnt make sense

[markmoto]

Thing is though marc its going to be the same on any bike you buy, like someone has suggested best bet is to get out alone on a dry day and practise cornering best place to do this is quiet roundabouts. I guarantee that when you get more miles under your belt you will come to feel at home with the sv they are one of the easiest bikes to ride.

[CB1ROCKET]

Like he said, you need to get miles under your belt and learn at your own pace, a smaller bike will feel just as bad as the one you have now, plus handle even worse. My CB-1 handle as well as the SV, but the CB-1 takes even longer to master. The SV is very forgiving. Really its how your applying the technique to steer.

The best thing is not to try and turn the bar the way you want to go (ok i mean a little) but to act your weight onto the bar in counter steering.

Ok to make simple. Your approaching a left hander, as soon as you enter the bend start leaning a little and at the same time apply some counter force on the left handle bar ie put pressure on the left more than the right as if your trying to go the other way.

Also eye fixation is important as well, look into the distance stright ahead where you want to go, don't go staring at the kerb and thinking "oh ****". Keep focused on the road ahead, chin up and not looking down.

There lots of other tips but a search will provide this.

Hope the couple of pointers help.

Remember the skill applies to all bikes, smalll or big, its the same principles.

[markmoto]

Maybe you could join in on one of the local organised rideouts, im sure this would help you get comfy with her.

[marc5180]

Bump

[marc5180]

Revised im willing to let it go for 2100, cant go any lower but would like a quick sale

[marc5180]

Sold to SVDEMON

[markmoto]

congrats svdemon that was a ride home for you eh!!

[svdemon]

It was indeed! Good fun but a bit sore on the old legs! Whats a good tire for the SV? I fancy some fresh rubber on there.

[markmoto]

Yeah the standard tyres are pants, the general concensus is Metzler z6s, michelin pr2s bridgestone 020s i cant remember the successor to these 012s i think. I have had experience of bridgestone 010s and z6s and liked both have a look in the tyres section of the site there is loads of info there. Hope the bikes good for you keep in touch be nice to know how my ex gets on :-)

[svdemon]

I'm sure i'll be posting a fair bit! I think the wear down the middle of the rear tire is what makes it feel funny to turn, i'll let ya'll know how it feels on a fresh set of boots.

Anyway bed time!!!!

[markmoto]

yeah probs i probs just got used to it that way! the stock tyres are cack full stop no feel to them whatso ever but you can still chuck it on its earole.

keep it rubber side down fella

[svdemon]

Booked in tomorrow for a set of Bridgestone 012s (£210 fitted) so looking forward to that, anyone know what brake fluid goes in? Is it DOT 5.1 or 4?

Also what a good brake pad for these beasties???

[markmoto]

Dot 4 is fine! i dont think you will be disappointed with thoe tyres. :-)

[svdemon]

Got the bridgestone 021's on and scrubbed in, what a difference! Marc, i wonder if the unevenly worn rear tire was what was putting you off turning.

It feels spot on now and the tires look cool as too!

[svdemon]

Adjusted the rear shock fromits lowest preload setting to 1 down from highest. Much improved handling!!!

[SoulKiss]

Which Bellypan is it on that bike?

[Keith1983]

Maybe a supermoto would be a good idea if you're not too happy in the corners. I han an xr125, hardly going to leave a trail of flames down the road admitedly but it was a hoot in the corners.

[Bikerjm81]

It's a shame you sold fairly quickly. If I had been on here a few weeks ago I would have told you mate that i'm 5' 5" and have had my K4 SV from new and absolutely love it, trust it, etc.

The SV is by far the 'easiest' bike i've ever ridden...and as others have mentioned I would recommend against the 400 'race-rep' brigade..they will have all been 'ragged' and despite what people say, imports do have issues with parts. I had at one stage an imported 600 divvy of all things and it was a nightmare... eg, I couldn't find a replacement throttle cable for about 6 months as it was a different length to the UK spec equivalent.... they don't tell you these things at dealers etc!

Anyway, my point is you may well find a lighter bike but you are going to my seriously cutting down power wise... maybe something like an old Kwak GPZ 500 would be worth considering? They look about the best from the old 500 range i reckon?

All the best with the new hunt... buying bikes is fun!!