Where is the new SV?
 

Despite Visordown releasing 2 articles mentioning it, and the Milan bikeshow being underway, I can't help but feel we're still mushrooms when it comes to a new SV (kept in the dark & fed bull ****).

What is it?

Is it the SV650S with a new restictor kit?
Is it the Gladius, with the name dropped back to SFV, but no visible differences?
Is it a mildly restyled pointy with Gladius engine &ABS?
Is it wish list bike X, Y, Z from the previous thread?

Suzuki seem so ready to shout about their Vstrom thou and new turbo whatsit, that I'm finding it hard to believe its anything more than option 1 or 2.

:(

Re: Where is the new SV?
 

I can't help but feel, there may be many with SV heritage turning to a tempting 4 letter word spelled MT07, but I have so much love/nostalgia for my old SV, that I'd by a new one even if it was just adding ABS on the UK model.

The fact a 10 year old model remains relevant when Kwak have done 3 re-hashes of an "equivalent" bike in the last 7 years alone, goes to show just how quality the SV is.

Re: Where is the new SV?
 

For the UK the Gladius is now officially the SVF650

Re: Where is the new SV?
 

But it's ugly and there isn't an "S" model with full fairing which drastically reduces the market. It's also going to have a reputation for being a girls bike for the rest of eternity.

Step one: restyle SV into the preferred and more attractive curvy look
Step two: don't fiddle with engine
Step three: add ABS
Step four: ..........
Step five: profit.

Re: Where is the new SV?
 

The SV650S still exists, but the Euro emission regs will put it pasture very soon (in its current form)

Re: Where is the new SV?
 

I must say I can't see any advantage from the Gladius - heavier, no fairing, and 20% more expensive. It's styling for the sake of styling appearance doesn't appeal to me either? What's the benefit supposed to be?