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KeithCRM · 14-05-11, 01:13 AM

I did exactly what you're thinking about doing, switched from a 650S K2 curvy to SV1000 naked classic. Thought the riding position would be more comfortable; which it is, just get some pain in the lower back from time to time. I put this down to extra wind blast and pushing against the acceleration. Low speed balance is much better.

Find the handling just as good as the 650 but found the front end lighter as the riding position puts less weight on the front and there's more leverage on the wider bars. Not a problem once you're used to it; you can still chuck it about like its little brother, just feels slightly heavier at times.

Suspension is much more firm but with more adjustment.

But that engine is like.... so responsive. At the bottom end and mid range it's addictive, the torque just launches it with ease. I think the classic had an uprated engine; a full 125BHP, so be careful first time out but enjoy.

14-05-11, 01:13 AM	#5
KeithCRM Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Willenhall, Wolverhampton Posts: 101	Re: SV1000 vs. SV650 Weight/Balance Opinions? I did exactly what you're thinking about doing, switched from a 650S K2 curvy to SV1000 naked classic. Thought the riding position would be more comfortable; which it is, just get some pain in the lower back from time to time. I put this down to extra wind blast and pushing against the acceleration. Low speed balance is much better. Find the handling just as good as the 650 but found the front end lighter as the riding position puts less weight on the front and there's more leverage on the wider bars. Not a problem once you're used to it; you can still chuck it about like its little brother, just feels slightly heavier at times. Suspension is much more firm but with more adjustment. But that engine is like.... so responsive. At the bottom end and mid range it's addictive, the torque just launches it with ease. I think the classic had an uprated engine; a full 125BHP, so be careful first time out but enjoy. __________________ Silver Curvy - Carbon Can..........Err, that's it - Gone. Replaced by Black SV1000N, fender extender ...........Err, that's it.