Pulling a bike mechanic and other things that happened on my rideout today

Originally Posted by Graciepants

however, CBR Fs are heavier than SVs i think, and the riding position is more leany-over

About the same for both weight and riding position I'd thought.

Originally Posted by Stu

I'd be interested to know, would an SV650 (esp. pointy one) qualify as a sports bike according to your criteria? When i started I was just looking for insurance friendly (= Bandit) & was quite please when I moved up to an SV as I thought it was quite sporty (clip ons & 2 headlights like an R1)

oh dear, probs gonna offend people now lol
IMHO you get:
sports/supersports: GSXR/R6 or R1/ninja/CBR RR/ducati 1098 etc that kinda thing
then you get the dumbed down sports bikes: CBR Fs
then you get the sports tourers: like the SVs and right at the bottom, fazers
look at the riding positions, GSXRs have the racing positions, the CBR F is slightly more upright, the SV more upright still. the insurance goes the same way too: CBR (109bhp) group 14, SV (70BHP) group 9.
however, im not saying the SV650 couldnt have a sportsbike off the lights, its just the top end they lose out on

There's no point fighting shy of the bike, that won't get you anywhere. Get on and ride, it's the only way. Find a quiet road and build up. I'm no expert and wouldn't dream of giving anyone riding advice other than in the most general terms, but it'll soon all click.

Incidentally I often wondered what happened on the org at night

[Stu]

Originally Posted by Graciepants

however, CBR Fs are heavier than SVs i think, and the riding position is more leany-over

I would post the link but it was full of pop ups

Model:Honda CBR 600 FYear:1999Category:SportRating:78.4 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other bikesEngine and transmissionDisplacement:599.00 ccm (36.55 cubic inches)Engine type:In-line fourStroke:4Power:110.00 HP (80.3 kW)) @ 12500 RPMTorque:67.00 Nm (6.8 kgf-m or 49.4 ft.lbs) @ 10500 RPMCompression:12.0:1Bore x stroke:67.0 x 42.5 mm (2.6 x 1.7 inches)Valves per cylinder:4Starter:ElectricCooling system:LiquidGearbox:6-speedTransmission type
final drive:ChainMore detailsConsult a Honda repair manual.Physical measuresWeight incl. oil, gas, etc:199.0 kg (438.7 pounds)Front percentage of weight:49.6Seat height:810 mm (31.9 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.Wheelbase:1,395 mm (54.9 inches)Chassis and dimensionsFront suspension travel:120 mm (4.7 inches)Rear suspension travel:120 mm (4.7 inches)Front tyre dimensions:120/70-ZR17 Rear tyre dimensions:180/55-ZR17 Front brakes:Dual discFront brakes diameter:296 mm (11.7 inches)Rear brakes:Single discRear brakes diameter:220 mm (8.7 inches)Speed and accelerationTop speed:255.0 km/h (158.4 mph)0-100 km/h (0-62 mph):3.200 seconds60-140 km/h (37-87 mph), highest gear:12.600 secondsOther specificationsFuel capacity:18.00 litres (4.76 gallons)Fuel consumption pr. 10 km (6.2 miles):0.62 litres (0.16 gallons)Further informationParts and accessoriesCheck out parts and accessories from our partners. Ask questionsJoin the 99 Honda CBR 600 F discussion group,
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so It is heavier as you say. The naked SV is upright but the faired are still quite leany-over
Way more power and torque in a CBR if you don't restrict it.

[jamesterror]

Think the V-twin wins it for me, espically on insurance too.

Do like the CBRF's and how wel they hold their value.

Originally Posted by Stu

I would post the link but it was full of pop ups

so It is heavier as you say. The naked SV is upright but the faired are still quite leany-over
Way more power and torque in a CBR if you don't restrict it.

does this mean i actually know what im talking about for once? lol gotta be a first
if its not restricted yesh it has way more power - thought that was a given though? but according to all your SVers, SVs restrict better so you'll probs beat my CBR restrictedly lol
but as i've said before i'll have to let one of you SVers try out the restricted CBR to see if your all right lol

Originally Posted by jamesterror

Do like the CBRF's and how wel they hold their value.

its really odd how they do that, bit of a b!tch when your trying to buy one though lol

Originally Posted by Stu

I would post the link but it was full of pop ups

so It is heavier as you say. The naked SV is upright but the faired are still quite leany-over
Way more power and torque in a CBR if you don't restrict it.

That's wet weight you posted.

Dry weight:

• 2003 SV650S -171 kg (376 lb)
• 2001 CBR600F4i - 167.8 kg (370.0 pounds)

I'm just glad i managed to fix your bike.

Originally Posted by Venom

That's wet weight you posted.

Dry weight:

• 2003 SV650S -171 kg (376 lb)
• 2001 CBR600F4i - 167.8 kg (370.0 pounds)

yeah but the 2002 CBR is heavier than the 2008 dry weight of the naked SV, and the 2009 SVsport is heavier than the CBR - it depends on the year your compairing but the CBR is normally heavier
i did do my research