What to expect from SV1000?

Im picking up a 03 SV1000s tomoro and im just wondering how the .org would say what its like. I already ride a sv650 but this is going to be my first true big bike.

[pookie]

twice the noise more power ..whats not to like

It took a little while to get the hang of the sv1000 ..now i'm still trying to get rid of it

have a look here

http://forums.sv650.org/showthread.php?t=120559

[maviczap]

Originally Posted by pookie

twice the noise more power ..whats not to like

Better suspension, bit heavier to flick around

Useful mods are a Power Commander and a remap.

Skip did this to his and it was a big improvement, not so much extra power, but better and smoother fueling

cheers pookie, alot of mixed opinions there, but as you say more noise and power sounds very pleasing

maviczap, i am thinking about having a power commander fitted at some point, as you say it improves fueling and i dont want to have another bike that farts flames like november 5th

[pookie]

check the hydraulic clutch piston for weeping fluid and rear exhaust pipe gasket as they flake and end up blowing.

Have fun and enjoy

i will keep an eye out for that pookie, and dont worry about having fun i have a big grin just thinking

Originally Posted by BomBalong

Im picking up a 03 SV1000s tomoro and im just wondering how the .org would say what its like. I already ride a sv650 but this is going to be my first true big bike.

Expect your wallet to be lighter because you'll be filling up more often I love mine though.

expect 174 mph going down craignaba (sp)
expect an uncomfortable landing at over a ton but the bike ends up in a better shape than you, good news is you fix for free

Originally Posted by pookie

twice the noise more power ..whats not to like

Poor fueling as already said, not a massive power increase, increased fuel costs, heavier bike but better suspention.

Oh, and its a twin.

[mister c]

Originally Posted by speedplay

Poor fueling as already said, not a massive power increase, increased fuel costs, heavier bike but better suspention.

Oh, and its a twin.

Had mine just under a month & I would agree with the above. Sups juice like it's going out of fashion, even in the wet weather I was only getting about 34 mpg (dreading it now the sun is out).
The engine feels very agricultural at around 3-4000 rpm (feels like it's got a massive flat spot) but above that it pulls like a train & is quite addictive & has been said before, check the rear exhaust gasket, mine was totally obliterated & made the engine misfire like mad.
1st proper dry morning on the way to work this morning & I love the handling, suspension seems well set up, so no complaints there.

On the plus side, mine has done nearly 50000 miles & seems fine other than the alternator cover leaking a bit of oil