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New Biker - need advice!

Hello all,

I have recently passed my test! - I have bought a SV650 (2001) which I am delighted with. My only complaint is that fact that i feel a little too big for the bike!

Is there a simple way to raise the overall height of the bike? I have seen springs for sale on Ebay which claim to raise the rear by around 40mm and the seat height by around 20mm! are these worth buying? and can a complete novice like me fit them easily?

I would be eternally grateful for any advice! buying a new bike is not an option as the wife will not release the funds!

Thanks!

Beut

Re: New Biker - need advice!

This here is the SV650S (2000) suspension linkage which is identical to the 2001 SV650
http://www.fastdruid.co.uk/albums/SV...80DSC05527.JPG
http://www.fastdruid.co.uk/albums/SV...80DSC05528.JPG

The two flat 'bars' with rounded ends are called dog bones because well they look kind of like dogs bones :-)

If you get shorter ones it will raise the back of the bike, it will also make the bike steer a bit quicker. They're not expensive but fitting depends on how mechanically inclined you are and you may have to pay a bit for that if you need to take it to someone.

You might also find getting some lower pegs (Standard SV650 'N' if you have an SV650 'S' or adjustable 'rear sets') might make your leg's comfier.

If you are reasonably built and tall rather than tall and skinny you may find getting heavier springs would also help.

Druid

Re: New Biker - need advice!

Hmmm...

Cross posted in the Bike Talk Forum.

http://forums.sv650.org/showthread.php?t=138765

Re: New Biker - need advice!

Brilliant advice - with first class illustrations! Thanks alot!