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Re: Thinking about buying an SV650. Need opinions.
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Originally Posted by gbochan
Hey guys,
I just joined the forum as I am looking to upgrade from my CB500. I love the idea of a v twin (had an old CX500 and have rented a Harley while in the states on holiday). The 650 sounds very appealing to me. I was looking through the forum and had a few questions about what I've read.
What is the front end knock that people have mentioned?Cam chain tensioners or headstock bearings probably?
Is this the same as the Front plug misfiring problem?No
How easy is it to fix the misfiring problem?Really easy, silicone grease round the front plug or a fender extender though to be honest I haven't needed to do any of these and I've riden in all sorts of conditions.
Where is it prone to rust?The metal!!!
Some people had complaints about “build quality”. What are these complaints? Is the frame badly welded? Do stock parts not fit very well?Just general quality of bolts, plastics and finish I think, nothing too bad!
How expensive is it to maintain? Consumables (chain, sprockets, tyres)? Cheap as chips, second hand spares readily available, consumables are no more that for your CB I shouldn't imagine plus the engine is fairly robust
What are some issues to look for when buying a used bike?The same as buying any second hand vehicle. Check service history, HPI, view in daylight, go to sellers address, see if the seller has oil/tools etc. There's a few good guides on the net, google used motorcycle buying guide or similar. One on Bike trader springs to mind.
I would mostly use the bike as a commuter. How does the bike hold up to bad weather? Is it a year round bike?Keeping it clean, protected with AC50 or something similar and covered will help but must of the screws for up or rust quite easily, easy to fix by buying a bolt kit from chewy.
How much for insurance?Not alot more that the CB I shouldn't imagine, I pay 100 TPFT, age 28, first bike!
What is the difference between curvy and pointy? Is this in reference to the faired and unfaired versions?The older ghey virsions are curvey, the newer/quicker/better virsion is the pointy!! (Not alot of difference, curvy = carbs, pointy = Fuel Injected)
Thanks a lot,No problem
Greg
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Hope that helps, last one is a bit sarcastic and will probably spark a riot.
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