Anyone owned/ridden a Suzuki RF? - SV650.org

BigFootIsBlurry · 31-07-16, 08:05 AM

As title really, I'm considering both the 600 & 900 variants at the minute on the basis they seem great value for what you get and I really like the styling (I accept I may be in the minority here).

I'm just curious if anyone has experience of them.

Sir Trev · 31-07-16, 11:33 AM

Knew several owners but it was back in the mists of time. They loved them until they broke so before you take the plunge read up on their foibles. I believe it was something to do with the starter gears.

Lovely looking bikes in my opinion.

johnnyrod · 31-07-16, 05:58 PM

I rode one once, was a decent weight, neutral riding position, all in a decent sports tourer. For some reason the press hated them and so did everyone who had read MCN etc. I don't know about any endemic problems, I think they were overall pretty reliable, but definitely worth a look.

Geodude · 01-08-16, 07:37 AM

A bit of info in this thread (click me) HTH

BigFootIsBlurry · 01-08-16, 01:00 PM

Thanks

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johnnyrod · 01-08-16, 01:53 PM

If you're still thinking about 2-up then I remember Simon Hargreaves in PB at the time going on about how the RF900 was good with a pillion. Anecdotal I know.

NTECUK · 01-08-16, 02:54 PM

Good sports tourer.
Did a few camping trip's with full luggage no problem.

BigFootIsBlurry · 01-08-16, 03:54 PM

The 900 seems a better option than the 600 for me so I'm going to keep an eye out for a decent one nearby. Might have to up the budget though.

That said, I'm looking at a vfr 750 tomorrow.

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johnnyrod · 01-08-16, 06:26 PM

Another great bike but popular so pricier, generally.

31-07-16, 08:05 AM	#1
BigFootIsBlurry Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Durham Posts: 408	Anyone owned/ridden a Suzuki RF? As title really, I'm considering both the 600 & 900 variants at the minute on the basis they seem great value for what you get and I really like the styling (I accept I may be in the minority here). I'm just curious if anyone has experience of them. __________________ Ain't no sunshine when she's gone... 2000 curvy, yellow and naked. Gone but not forgotten.

31-07-16, 11:33 AM	#2
Sir Trev Member Mega Poster Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: High Wycombe, where the chair factories used to be Posts: 1,440	Re: Anyone owned/ridden a Suzuki RF? Knew several owners but it was back in the mists of time. They loved them until they broke so before you take the plunge read up on their foibles. I believe it was something to do with the starter gears. Lovely looking bikes in my opinion. __________________ We are the Goon Squad and we're coming to town, BEEP BEEP!

31-07-16, 05:58 PM	#3
johnnyrod Member Mega Poster Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Doncaster, oop norf Posts: 2,122	Re: Anyone owned/ridden a Suzuki RF? I rode one once, was a decent weight, neutral riding position, all in a decent sports tourer. For some reason the press hated them and so did everyone who had read MCN etc. I don't know about any endemic problems, I think they were overall pretty reliable, but definitely worth a look.

01-08-16, 07:37 AM	#4
Geodude Member Mega Poster Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Durham Posts: 2,669	Re: Anyone owned/ridden a Suzuki RF? A bit of info in this thread (click me) HTH __________________ Black naked 1999 sv650 which im trying to keep happy Custom paintwork *Saragon Customs* Spray painting *Electrical fault finding guide* and *Regulator rectifier test* Only a biker knows why a dog sticks his head out of a car window.

01-08-16, 01:00 PM	#5
BigFootIsBlurry Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Durham Posts: 408	Re: Anyone owned/ridden a Suzuki RF? Thanks Sent from my KIW-L21 using Tapatalk __________________ Ain't no sunshine when she's gone... 2000 curvy, yellow and naked. Gone but not forgotten.

01-08-16, 01:53 PM	#6
johnnyrod Member Mega Poster Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Doncaster, oop norf Posts: 2,122	Re: Anyone owned/ridden a Suzuki RF? If you're still thinking about 2-up then I remember Simon Hargreaves in PB at the time going on about how the RF900 was good with a pillion. Anecdotal I know.

01-08-16, 02:54 PM	#7
NTECUK Member Mega Poster Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: essex Posts: 5,314	Re: Anyone owned/ridden a Suzuki RF? Good sports tourer. Did a few camping trip's with full luggage no problem. __________________ Raisin cookies that look like chocolate chip cookies are the reason I have trust issues.

01-08-16, 03:54 PM	#8
BigFootIsBlurry Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Durham Posts: 408	Re: Anyone owned/ridden a Suzuki RF? The 900 seems a better option than the 600 for me so I'm going to keep an eye out for a decent one nearby. Might have to up the budget though. That said, I'm looking at a vfr 750 tomorrow. Sent from my KIW-L21 using Tapatalk __________________ Ain't no sunshine when she's gone... 2000 curvy, yellow and naked. Gone but not forgotten.

01-08-16, 06:26 PM	#9
johnnyrod Member Mega Poster Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Doncaster, oop norf Posts: 2,122	Re: Anyone owned/ridden a Suzuki RF? Another great bike but popular so pricier, generally.

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