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I have thought of comfort and many other issues. Unfortunately there just aren't a lot of options for the daily drivers out there. The SV appears to be a very practical bike with a good deal of flexibility in after-market hardware. I would like to stay away from carbs if at all possible. I have 3 spare sets right now and I'm not planning on adding a fourth. Note that I'm looking at the SV650SF version. I do take care of my bikes and Tennessee doesn't really have the constant drizzle or other bad weather such as the northwestern US.

I would imagine that checking/adjusting valves on a V-twin to be a good deal easier than on the YZF. I'll have a look at the online manuals tonight.

Regarding the finish and such, what is the best preventative for it besides the mandatory wash ?

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Also, are there any rumors to changes for the '09's ? I've been bit by the "upgrade bug" before and it's annoying.