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28-07-05, 12:42 PM | #1 |
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So tell me all about these SV1000's then...
Hi all, new to this site as yet I don't have an SV.
So I wanted lots and lots of info... so I can make a balanced decision. I've just had a bit of an off on my VFR and it's gone to the great scrap yard in the sky. Now looking for a new bike and really don't know what I want. So I've been looking around and I see that the SV1000S seems like a good bet. I've got a couple of reasons why... 1 I want a general purpose bike, 2 I want a bike that fits me, 3 I want a bike that my wife can get on the back of (occassionaly) without having to limber up for an hour first..... 4 Want a bike with some character 5 Somethign that wont cost me the earth.... So what can you all tell me about them, what do I need to be looking at on an 03/04 bike that is hot/not. One of my local dealers has an 04 model with 600 (yes 600) miles on the clock he is knocking out for £3999, is this good/bad? Honestly when I look around there aren't that many second hand ones around and I can't quite stretch to a new one. So your thoughts. Also, whats the mpg like, this is after all the old TL1000 engine..... I rode a couple of TL 1000's and loved them.. yeah OK, still went down the VFR route though... yes and before anybody seize it old before my time!!! So I'd love something a bit more fun and with a bit more character. Any ideas on good (suppose that means cheap but reliable) insurance brokers.... I'm not going down the SV650 route (I know I'm gonna upset 80% of the community) as I've already run a CBR400, CBR600, Fazer 6, VFR8 and think I might end up screwing the ass off it for most of it's life.... also, being a light weight pie eating chip munching git it ain't going to have an easy time...... All, as you see I have loads of questions, but any good/bad things I should know before I buy would be useful to know about. Thanks Phil |
28-07-05, 03:30 PM | #2 |
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Get a 1000 Fazer
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28-07-05, 03:44 PM | #3 |
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I don't have an 'S' I have a 'N' - but I do also own a VFR 800i (2001 'Y' Plate PRE-VTEC) & I'm certainly NOT old before my time - just wanted the best all-rounder in the world. . . . . . ever !! There's no comparison between the SV & the TL - it's like comparing a 'road-trained' horse with a bucking bronco !! If you liked the TL because of it's 'kick you in the a**' attitude - you won't like the SV. BUT, if you want a (slightly) 'softer' (more) refined, all round V Twin, then it's the kiddie for you. As for pillion - well the wife is certainly gonna notice the difference between an SV & the VFR - 'nuff said on that subject !! May I suggest that you also (if you haven't already) log onto www.sv1000.zyns.com where they deal purely with the SV1000. As for prices - can't help you there - don't know anything about good or bad prices on the 'S' I haven't heard of any major probs with the K3 / K4 bikes - don't think there is much difference between them other than the K4 was available in the dark 'Gixxer' type blue colour which the earlier ones weren't & the word 'Suzuki' on the tank was replaced by a single Suzuki 'S'. Best of luck bike hunting - let us know how you get on / what you decide on
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28-07-05, 04:37 PM | #4 |
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i'd have one tomorrow if it was'nt for the ££
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28-07-05, 04:59 PM | #5 | |
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The SV1000 has excellent suspension and brakes (in a different league to the 650) and loads of low-down grunt, with a top speed that is more than enough for UK roads. Try one. It's next on my shopping list. . |
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Have you riden one?! |
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28-07-05, 07:20 PM | #8 |
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My Mrs says it's quite comfortable as a pillion...
...as long as I don't open the throttle or hit the brakes LOL Bit tall if you're a shortarse and sounds like a sewing machine but both are easily fixed. The punch out of corners is incredible. Quite often i just select 3rd gear and I've got incredible acceleration and the engine braking means brakes aren't required |
28-07-05, 07:32 PM | #9 |
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i test rode a k3 thou and it was brilliant! if i had more cash i'd have had one.it felt very simalir to the 650 just more go go go i cant understand myself why bike mags rate the 650 more than the thou? when i change the 650 it'll be for a big v twin prob a sv1000s or a tuono if they still made them it would defo be a TL1000S .
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28-07-05, 08:18 PM | #10 |
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This months issue of ride doesn't agree with alot of replys here.
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