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28-07-06, 06:09 PM

Tbh wind batters you no matter what. It just comes in varying degrees.

Oh and on that streetfighterstore, can somebody point me in the direction in a set of gold handlebars (raised) that would bolt onto the S forks.

Thank you, sorry for bringing this up again, but its better than starting a new thread.

13-08-06, 05:56 PM

I had a test ride on a 650 (unfaired) this morning. Really liked it, nice seating position but the wind was annoying over 80. How effective are aftermarket screens, can you get a 'big' screen and bolt it on?

Cheers

northwind · 13-08-06, 06:17 PM

If you're doing mostly city riding, I'd get a naked, they're not massively better at it but as's been said, they crash better, and that'd be a consideration for me I think. Both are damn good city bikes. The only thing I'd say in favour of the S for proper knadgery street work, is that the mirrors pop in easily making it possibly to filter through gaps you wouldn't believe- but with the N, it's not so easy, giving you 2 sets ofobstructions. The S bars are a little lower as well, meaning you can slip them by some mirrors easier. I doubt this would be an issue unless you filter like an idiot (ie, me)

Andlike Pete, I'd say buy by condition not miles. A high miler SV that's been looked after represents superb value. The engines are very reliable when not pushed too hard, tuned or neglected (over 100,000 miles is easily doable), and the frame, handily, doesn't go rusty or bend

Don't shy away from cosmetic downers, they can be fixed quite easily should you choose- but a tidy looking bike with a mechanical or electrical issue could be a money put.

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Originally Posted by Davido

Oh and on that streetfighterstore, can somebody point me in the direction in a set of gold handlebars (raised) that would bolt onto the S forks.

Pretty much anything will fit, if you swap the yokes or drill them out (I'd swap). It's fairing clearance that could be nadgery. I'd go with Renthal, myself, lots of choice there. Some people say they're fragile, though.

13-08-06, 06:54 PM

I am a filter idiot (commuting in london demands it!) but the s version is too low down for me. I have a slipped disc in my back and other issues which makes the higher bars essential. If a reasonable sized screen is available I can be confident that the sv will suit all my needs

13-08-06, 11:33 PM

before I bought my naked, I sat on an S and thought b*gger this for a game of soldiers, the thing's a torture device!
Very happy with the bike I've got apart from the seat that won't let me ride for more than 90 mins before my backside starts begging for mercy
Try to get a test ride if you can.

28-07-06, 06:09 PM	#11
Davido Guest Posts: n/a	Tbh wind batters you no matter what. It just comes in varying degrees. Oh and on that streetfighterstore, can somebody point me in the direction in a set of gold handlebars (raised) that would bolt onto the S forks. Thank you, sorry for bringing this up again, but its better than starting a new thread.

13-08-06, 05:56 PM	#12
solamanda Guest Posts: n/a	I had a test ride on a 650 (unfaired) this morning. Really liked it, nice seating position but the wind was annoying over 80. How effective are aftermarket screens, can you get a 'big' screen and bolt it on? Cheers

13-08-06, 06:54 PM	#14
solamanda Guest Posts: n/a	I am a filter idiot (commuting in london demands it!) but the s version is too low down for me. I have a slipped disc in my back and other issues which makes the higher bars essential. If a reasonable sized screen is available I can be confident that the sv will suit all my needs

13-08-06, 11:33 PM	#15
$tevo Guest Posts: n/a	before I bought my naked, I sat on an S and thought b*gger this for a game of soldiers, the thing's a torture device! Very happy with the bike I've got apart from the seat that won't let me ride for more than 90 mins before my backside starts begging for mercy Try to get a test ride if you can.