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Craig380 · 26-01-23, 09:58 AM

Welcome to the forum! I have 45,000 miles on a 2017 Gen 3, and I echo pretty much all of what Seeker said above apart from the front brakes, I think they work OK.

I think the important thing when buying is to remember there are LOADS of them out there, so if you have ANY suspicions or doubts about one you're looking at, walk away - you'll find another one soon enough.

For what it's worth, I bought both of my SVs second-hand from Suzuki dealers, they often get taken in part-ex for a bigger Suzuki once a relatively new rider feels they want to 'upgrade,' this way they're usually very competitively priced and you get some comeback in the event of any issues emerging.

A dealer service history is nice but not essential, the engines are basically bomb-proof. There isn't really an obvious Achilles heel with these bikes. Most owners do add accessories to suit their taste, so expect to see aftermarket exhaust cans, mirrors, etc. Good luck with your search.

26-01-23, 09:58 AM	#5
Craig380 Member Mega Poster Join Date: May 2015 Posts: 1,238	Re: Wanabe SV owner.... Welcome to the forum! I have 45,000 miles on a 2017 Gen 3, and I echo pretty much all of what Seeker said above apart from the front brakes, I think they work OK. I think the important thing when buying is to remember there are LOADS of them out there, so if you have ANY suspicions or doubts about one you're looking at, walk away - you'll find another one soon enough. For what it's worth, I bought both of my SVs second-hand from Suzuki dealers, they often get taken in part-ex for a bigger Suzuki once a relatively new rider feels they want to 'upgrade,' this way they're usually very competitively priced and you get some comeback in the event of any issues emerging. A dealer service history is nice but not essential, the engines are basically bomb-proof. There isn't really an obvious Achilles heel with these bikes. Most owners do add accessories to suit their taste, so expect to see aftermarket exhaust cans, mirrors, etc. Good luck with your search.