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

Get a 1000 Fazer

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Phil

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

i'd have one tomorrow if it was'nt for the ££

Originally Posted by bobbydee

Get a 1000 Fazer

What on earth for? Comfortable yes, character no.

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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Originally Posted by jonboy

What on earth for? Comfortable yes, character no.

Couldn't have put it better myself !!

Originally Posted by jonboy

What on earth for? Comfortable yes, character no.

Have you riden one?!

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

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 .
BUY ONE IT'LL MAKE YOU SMILE

This months issue of ride doesn't agree with alot of replys here.