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13-08-08, 10:33 AM

Hmm... as I'm sure you're aware there's a large debate on the site as to whether or not the pointy (03+) or curvy (99-02) model is better. So the opinions on looks will probably differ according to that. I for one really, really hope they don't just stick the cyclops light/GSX-R similar fairings on and call it the upgraded sport version.

I'm sure for most people the main thing will be upgrading the suspension- although with many of us running GSX-R front ends, if the suspension is upgraded but remains 'budget', a lot of owners in the long run will still choose to upgrade.

I'd like to see a new model, an 'R' model perhaps with decent suspension + better brakes at a higher price point for those who want to spend a little bit more, like Triumph have done with the Street R.

I think a few people on the forum would like an upgraded engine, maybe a 750cc version making 10-20 more bhp. That would be quite a treat. Although Dangerous Dave on the forum here has sv currently at 800cc making 109bhp...

p.s. Looking forwards to the outlandish mockup!

13-08-08, 10:33 AM	#4
chakraist Guest Posts: n/a	Re: 2009 SV650 - what would you like? Hmm... as I'm sure you're aware there's a large debate on the site as to whether or not the pointy (03+) or curvy (99-02) model is better. So the opinions on looks will probably differ according to that. I for one really, really hope they don't just stick the cyclops light/GSX-R similar fairings on and call it the upgraded sport version. I'm sure for most people the main thing will be upgrading the suspension- although with many of us running GSX-R front ends, if the suspension is upgraded but remains 'budget', a lot of owners in the long run will still choose to upgrade. I'd like to see a new model, an 'R' model perhaps with decent suspension + better brakes at a higher price point for those who want to spend a little bit more, like Triumph have done with the Street R. I think a few people on the forum would like an upgraded engine, maybe a 750cc version making 10-20 more bhp. That would be quite a treat. Although Dangerous Dave on the forum here has sv currently at 800cc making 109bhp... p.s. Looking forwards to the outlandish mockup!