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20-02-08, 03:47 PM | #1 |
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Newbie advice?
Hey all.
I'm new rider and the K2 SVS is my first bike! I say new but i've been riding it for a year now and love it. It's my daily transport unless the weather is too bad and I jump into the Land Rover. I've just had the 15000 mile service, new chain, sprockets, and Road Attack tires. I fitted a fender extenda and rear hugger in the summer. Here comes the question - Are there any simple'ish' mods/improvements I can make to improve things further? I don't track day (did one in the summer but can't afford to keep doing them) but do enjoy a good ride out at the weekend. Any ideas? Last edited by svrich; 20-02-08 at 03:51 PM. |
20-02-08, 03:51 PM | #2 |
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Re: Newbie advice?
in a word YES
hello & welcome depends on what you want to improve, looks, handling, speed, torque, sound, brakes.... etc etc |
20-02-08, 03:52 PM | #3 |
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Re: Newbie advice?
And the floodgates open
ps, can you make this? http://forums.sv650.org/showthread.php?t=102921 We could chat to you then about the mods we've all done.
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20-02-08, 03:53 PM | #4 |
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Re: Newbie advice?
Hi and welcome!
The Sv is also my first bike (for a year now) and I still love it There's plenty of stuff that you can do/change (see my pics) Like add fairing, db screen to help protect from the wind. Also adding gadgets like heated grips, scottoiler. Or simply put a new can on, you'll love it For the ride, you'll find plenty of threads about suspension upgrade. |
20-02-08, 03:55 PM | #5 |
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Re: Newbie advice?
What type of improvement d'you want? You can't get any more power, but you can really improve the suspension. Have a search through the threads
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20-02-08, 03:58 PM | #6 |
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Re: Newbie advice?
There is a non standard screen fitted (Fabbari?) in a dark tint which looks good. I love the look of the bike (silver) but was wondering about any short falls in Suzuki design/finish etc that I can make up for before getting into spending serious money?
I'm thinking about the ride out, sounds good. Just need permission |
20-02-08, 03:59 PM | #7 |
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lower fairings or a bellypan for looks?
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If you put it like this, then the answer is suspension. |
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20-02-08, 04:02 PM | #9 |
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It would be good if you can make it, as everyone going is either a curvy or ex-curvy owner. We've just fitted a Powerbronze screen this morning
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20-02-08, 04:04 PM | #10 |
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svrich.......... stop teasing us and get a piccy up,
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