2009 SV650 - what would you like?

[dyzio]

As everyone, better suspension! I can't believe how much effect was gained by £130 (progressives + zx shock) and a few hours in the garage.
Shape: it's getting quite old now... as Dave says, bring back the curvy frame, but I'm biased...
Power: I think I wouldn't mind a few extra horsies...
As Viney has already mentioned, a longer front fenda AND better protection for the front spark plug.

Well I'd like higher touring bars and a comfier seat like my old cx500.
Also fuel & temp gauges (no, I dont want a pointy)and a bigger tank - 5 gallons would be nice.

[BillyC]

Originally Posted by G

Slightly more power, say 90-95bhp, gets it abit nearer its competitors but insurance still cheap and still good for first timers.

What you're describing isn't an SV650... 650cc v-twin isn't going to make that much power without some engine redesign and manufacture; and if it did, it wouldn't be as cheap insurance as it is now. Sounds like you want a different bike.

longer front fender to get around the one cylinder in water issues some people have experienced.......

[Biker Biggles]

Put carbs on it and make it more curvy.
Everyone wants better suspension,and surely Suzuki could upgrade that at minimal cost?

[SoulKiss]

Originally Posted by Biker Biggles

Put carbs on it and make it more curvy.
Everyone wants better suspension,and surely Suzuki could upgrade that at minimal cost?

Or steal the FI system off of a Z750

Some knowledgeable person said it feels just like carbs

[Biker Biggles]

I hope they dont borrow the Z750 rear shock as well.Its awful in true Kawasaki tradition.

[Stu]

Originally Posted by chrisn

Hi,

My name is Chris and I'm a reporter for MCN (as well as a former SV650 owner).

We're doing a story on the 2009 SV650 (no real pictures as yet I'm afraid), but we'd like to know what owners and enthusiasts would like from the new bike?

It can be anything from heated grips to Volvo-seeking missiles - just let me know at chris.newbigging@motorcyclenews.com, and post them on here obviously.

Thanks folks!

Chris Newbigging

You put the Honda VFR 1000 V5 on your cover and lead inside story complete with pictures and confirmed it would be available from 2009.
Whereas Honda have denied any intention to build it http://www.visordown.com/motorcyclen...bike/5272.html

I'd be amazed if I can place a deposit in my local Moto Select in 2 months time.

You'll only print that the suggestions you get off here are the gospel truth for what Suzuki have already got in production for the 2009 SV.

Yours respectfully
Stu

Yours respectfully
Stu

Well Stu did answer the question - 2009 SV650 - what would you like? and it seems he would like the man with this question to go away!

I take you would be keen on a VFR 1000 if it existed?

nb650

Can you start printing MCN on slightly softer paper please, the stuff you currently use plays havoc with my Chalfonts