Advice wanted on a sv 1000
 

I have finally decented to chop my 650 in and i want to get a thou.

i was just hoping that someone could give me a little advice on how diffrent the two bikes are.
Obviously we have the power issue but what about brakes, handleing etc . .

The reason i decided on the sv 1000 is because i have enjoyed my 650 so much and i love the sound they make.

i am looking for something to cover the motorway miles a little easier

I am open to other alternatives though if you have any suggestions

Also they are such good value for money second hand!!

Re: Advice wanted on a sv 1000
 

brakes are great, suspension is more planted and oh yes the power:)

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It's what every 650 wants to be when it grows up :grin:

it's a bit heavier and less chuck-about-able, but the rest more than makes up for it, and as you say, they are great value second hand

Re: Advice wanted on a sv 1000
 

Initial thoughts for many people are 'disappointment', as it does not seem that much quicker than the 650, however...............

Three things really stand out for me:-

• Shed loads of grunt in any gear - keep the throttle open uptowards the redline, and it flies. Top in second is around 93, indicated 150 is only around 9300 revs. I really notice the difference when carrying a pillion.
• Brakes - pre-usd GSXR750 items iirc - grab a handful of front brake and you will stop much quicker than a 650 - either that or you will end up on your **** :D . As well as more 'bite' there is more 'feel' as well
• Suspension - it needs to be 'muscled' into corners due to the different chassis and extra weight, however once you have chosen your line the better suspension and extra weight make it feel much more planted than a 650

Get a pair of cans on it - microns or remus are a good choice;)

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Oh im excited :smt026

I was told today that top end is not much quicker than the 650 although it gets there a lot quicker - is this true?

I have found a sv1000s k6 with 1700 miles for £4k its black with the black frame too exactly the same as my 650!!!

Do you think its a good price?

Re: Advice wanted on a sv 1000
 

Well, quickest I ever saw on my curvy 650 (cans & airbox) was indicated 135, more or less flat out - quickest I have seen on my SV1000 is an indicated 160, with plenty more to go - how much quicker do you want to go????

£4k sounds like a good deal - do it :D

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LOL i think i will go down there tomorrow. Givin me a good deal on my bike too so i would be silly not too

Only thing that may hold me up is insurance - i will get a quote now!!

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Oh insurance TPF & T £327.00

That sounds good to me!!

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i was surprised on the sv1000 insurance, its not as bad as you think its going to be.

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I think the SV1000 was rated lower than my GSX-R600, which surprised me (sort of - I know it's supposed to be a bit less sporty, etc - but I thought the fact it's a litre bike would override all that!).