SUZUKI SV650: A strong contender in its class but WHO is it actually for?
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- čas přidán 5. 09. 2024
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A little SV650 rdie out to Wales... kinda LOL before it all went wrong health wise.
I really enjoyed my time on the SV650 and it served me well on track too as you can see here: • Making the SV650 WORK ...
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My wife has one and loves it. She had a 1200 Bandit for over 15 years that she loved, then moved to a NC750 that she didn't. As soon as she had a go on the SV she said she felt at home again. As you say it's a brilliant, fun, light and characterful all rounder. And great value!
The SV650 was my bike of choice after learning period on a Ninja 300. Focusing in the 650cc range, I threw a leg over several Makes in the dealership, took a couple bikes for test rides. It was the SV650 that motivated the biggest smile. Whether it is to the next town or next LGA its a great bike for all seasons.
I had a K7 V Strom back in the day and they have the same engine as the SV. It was a top bike with that engine being ideal for everything from a quick trip through to a 2000 kilometre tour. I'm now riding a 2021 V Strom 1050xt and its another top Suzuki 90 degree engine, very impressive and way torquey and fun to ride than any of the inline fours I owned. IMHO when consigned to the past these engines will be in the top ten of the best engines ever made in motorcycling history.
It's for me, a 76 year old who has been riding for 55 years and has two 1200's in the garage!
Thats the thing, SV650 is for everyone and everything.
Sv owner here, they are without doubt one of the biggest bargains out there. I use mine for the daily commute and to be honest it’s all the bike you really need. I’m lucky enough to have a Triumph speed triple and a Guzzi also and I tend to lean towards the SV more and more, reliable to a fault, flickable and fun.
I loved the curvy SV, Mrs Marten had one and every opportunity to prise the keys off her was always a treat. We lived a little more to the west than you were in north Wales, and the SV was a perfect back lane hooligan.
I recently came back to biking after a health induced 5 year hiatus. I got an original SV650S 1999 (curvy gal in black), it's great! I enjoy it more than the new 749 I had back in the day. Much better low down torque. Took my twin boys out for their first ride on it last weekend (one at a time!), they loved it too! I reckon it's a Swiss army knife of motorcycles, does everything you could want and more. Great video again! 💯👍
I got an excellent deal on a red and white 2021 SV650 back in February 2022, I then sold my Tenere 700 soon afterwards, and I haven't looked back. The SV is so much fun to ride, it's best described as a traffic light dragster! I've installed a few mods, but the best one was when I fitted a Yoshimura Alpha style exhaust, that V-Twin/L-Twin now sounds epic! I might upgrade the suspension and the brakes one day, but I'm not in a hurry, as they're perfectly adequate for the road. There's a replacement on the horizon, but it will use a bigger parallel twin engine, probably around 800cc, so the end of an era. I plan on buying a Suzuki GSX-S1000GT in the future, but I won't be selling my SV650, it's a fantastic bike and has become a classic! 👍
Hi Kate,really enjoyed hearing about the SV650.I reckon at my age I could be a potential owner of one of these.Thanks for taking the time.😀👍
My mate loves these and has started a channel showing him restoring one. You do get some miles in. Another great vid.
What's his channel? Feel free to share it in a comment 😊
@@UsernameKate honey shed motorbike rebuilds . His name is Colin .. loverly bloke .
You have to love what the SV650 is, and what it’s given to the biking world. Sure, it’s not the best at anything but it’ll have a good crack at everything. Hat tips to it… cheers Kate. 👍
I nearly traded my GS500E for a SV650 naked version in 1999 would have been a T reg it had a little less horsepower than a Bandit 600 but was lighter and I bet it handles better.
@@chrishart8548 different kind of power to the bandit, rather than more/less. SV’s are lighter and more direct handling than the bandit which can get itself a bit tangled up if you push it. I’ve had a few of them. Both equally fantastic ‘real world’ bikes, and comically cheap for what you get/got when they were new. 👍
@@headrace4863 after no time at all you could pick a good one up for £2000 used. I had friends who bought 600 bandits and rode with friends with sports bikes and really struggled with the handling. I would have gone for a 1200 bandit and skipped the 600
Never rode the SV650 but always heard good things about them used to see loads on the roads a few years back, great vlog Kate made me laugh when you ended up back in England 🤣🤣🤣
I got my first motorcycle in 1978. After a 36-year break I just got a used SV650. I'm mainly going to use it for touring. I tried the V-Strom but preferred the lower, lighter and nimbler SV.
Didn’t even know you’d put out a new vid. Glad the CZcams playlist added it for me. Sounds like the kind of bike I want: easy to ride
Adam, do you have the little notification bell ticked? That might help you get alerts 😊
I hear a lot of good stories about the SVs they seem to have been a very popular bike over the years
Definitely Nigel! Not bad bikes!
Locate just had 7 days around Slovenia on a 650 it was lovely all I needed
Sounds amazing 😊
just picked up my second SV 650 after 10 years, I was surprised at how good the stock exhaust was, I swapped it over for a black widdow gp pipe and even with the baffles in it sounds bloody angry, Ive just ordered an extra baffle to try and calm it down before the police take an interest!, cracking bikes with bags of engine character.
Nice bike! Not flashy either. Understated, and very versatile.
It's a little small for me but my friend bought a older 650 V-strom and i think it has the same engine...
70somthingk horsepower witch is almost the same as my old R1100GS and a lot lighter...
Great video...thank you for being on the right side of the buddyseat again..🏍🤔😆
a big engine making small amounts of horsepower makes good horsepower low down. and good torque at low rpm. it's actually more powerful in a way
Had one new in 2005 for 7 years never had a problem in those years, great bike.
Glad you enjoyed your time with it!
Been out out on my Monster 1000 today enjoying the Suffolk coast, the Suzuki is so similar to the Monster in looks and engine configuration. Thanks Kate.
it's really similar to the earlier air cooled monsters in 600 750 and 900cc versions. they were surprisingly low on horsepower.
@@chrishart8548 yes definitely, mines air cooled plus oil cooler but lacks bhp for a litre bike.
My eldest wants a little 50 (he’s 8) worried to death, but he sees daddy on his GSXR1000 (which mummy is cool with) but we love your channel 👍😉
Aww thanks John! 😊
Another great vlog Kate great to see you back on two wheels looking forward to seeing you on a sportsbike on a trackday wearing your leathers and swanky helmet and dark visor ride safe lovely 😍
Wait until the Ducati trackday, you will love it!! ❤️
@@UsernameKate looking forward to it lovely ride safe
Ya didn't get too lost did ya Kate?
Glad to hear you banter again and bet your enjoying being back in the saddle again.
Hope you have a great weekend.
So good to be back! This was filmed before I got ill but it 10000% great to be back on the road 😁
Fab review as always, just bought my first big bike , an Sv650 pearl white with blue wheels , Fuel pipe on it , sounds fab ,
Oh beautiful!!
Thanks for sharing, a fun video I had a few laughs and good to see you are back out enjoying yourself.
Thank you!! 😊
And my SV for about 4yrs now and love it,great video
Like your terminology for bhp v torque.
Recent new subscriber to the channel. I find your commentary hilarious. I love the way you speak off the cuff. Your yell of "what is wrong with me" after thinking you'd made a wrong turn made me properly laugh.
Your personality shines through on the videos. Keep up the good work! :)
Ah thanks Ian :) I appreciate your sub! :)
I’d say that this sort of bike is not only for beginners or people who re-enter. I’ve never ridden a SV but own a Ducati Pantah 600 TL and two Honda NT650GT Bros/Hawk. They offer everything one needs in the real world and still never get boring. And it’s not that I am an overly cautious rider. Not going bigger actually keeps from overdoing it. I just love how one can get the best out of such bikes in the bendies without pushing the world speed record.
I like how narrow it feels.
I loved my BSA 650 they weren’t the small bikes then with not many manufacturers making bigger bikes. I still make wrong turns while using my Waze app second guessing it but that’s taken me to places I wouldn’t have seen if I had not been nervous about making the right turn. Another good review and ride.
Thanks Bill! Yes, sometimes getting lost can lead to the best places!
Luv my sv. 1999. 33,333 miles last week.
Hi Kate, great to see you back on a bike and that you are better hope you continue be well . Great vid , sv 650s are great bikes . I have ridern them as acurtisse bike and ride well
Hey Paul!!! This was filmed before I got ill but after 2 months off a bike and can happily say I am back!! 😊😊😊
Best mid range for not a lot of cash! Crackers when you give her the beans, even the local interceptors just ask you to calm it a bit 👍
So good to see you in the saddle. I know that bike is seen as kind of an entry level bike or chick bike, but compare it to a 650 from years ago and it's a rocket. Great ride, open jacket, lost and all HAHAHA
Your absolutely wonderful
Aw thanks James!! This was filmed before I got poorly but I am officially back in the saddle now 🤣
Did my DAS on SV650 plus a Hornet 600. I agree enjoyment & decent riding not all about headline figures.
As we know...with any used bike tyres , suspension condition, spec & set up will factor as will the most important factor...the rider !
In Leicestershire most of the National speed limits were replaced with 50mph, very frustrating, licence threatening and revenue earning.
Kate, get in touch, come over to Wales, and I'll show you some awesome roads, around mid Wales.
Grumps
Wonderful review of the sv650 my heart is set on them for sure I'll be on a 2nd gen 2005 Sv650s towards the end of this year a freind is selling to me i do my a2 test in august after my 19th birthday im looking foward to it she is a real headturner for sure with the delkevic 8 inch 200mm exhaust everybody looks as it goes through traffic itll be going on loads of adventures there wonderful bikes
Love that!
Never forget,with the camber of some roads one side seems to be high other is low,which of course can be confusing😂😂😂❤️
It's not even that deep Gerry, I'm just a dumbass 🤣
@@UsernameKate no your not❤️
Kate your funny but nuts lol between wales and England you are having one hell of a time lol
Great vid Kate, btw thanks for the last couple of comments ..... first exit,third exit that may pop up next time i'm out if it does i'll let you know where i end up.x:)
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“Wooooawoooh!” The UNKate battle cry! You know it’s a good time when you hear it ! 😂😂😂🎉🎉❤
Battle cryyyyy! 🧟♀️
Top video Kate, nice job! 👍🏻.
Thanks! 😊
650cc is heaps of power.
I used to hammer around on a 250cc cafe racer. It was pinging but i had alot of fun.
Kate I applaud you for visiting wales 🏴 but these roads are not by any stretch our good roads … head to Snowdonia and find yourself on smooth twisty tarmac heaven.. maybe on a Gixer,R1 or similar 😊
Oh they were shocking roads 🤣🤣🤣 I've ridden beautiful roads in Wales before, that journey out was just a mess lol
Excellent Vlog really enjoy the channel. 👍🏼 😎 🇺🇸 🌎
Thank you! 😊
My first ever “big bike” was an SV. Great introduction to proper biking.
Nooo way! I never knew that!
Dear Kate,I really enjoy your videos,and I agree that the SV 650 is a very good all rounder.
South Wales where I live has the better roads, eg the A40 through the Brecon Beacons as an example.
By way of interest,what equipment do you use to record your journeys?
Cofion cynnes (best wishes)
Ifor James
sv is great bike
I've always enjoyed mine 😁
My son wrote off a 2002 SV too, someone changed lanes and didn’t see him, had a broken leg
Oh noo! Hopefully he is okay!
Nice to see you back on the road, like your lid, it looks great. Reminds me of a fighter pilot helmet. What brand may I ask I want one😉?
Hey, to be fair this was filmed back in June! I am back though on the road finally! Only took 2 months!
Missed the bit about the lid. It's a ruroc atlas 4.0 I've been trying 😊
Noswaith dda Kate. Great video you were 5 minutes from my place small world!!!.ps Brymbo is pronounced Brumbo . Nice to see you back
Bloody Brumbo 🤣🤣
Love you guys!! 😊
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Hi Kate , Good blog , is that a Shoei helmet you’re wearing, looks really smart🇸🇪👍🏍🇸🇪
Hey! It's a Ruroc that I'm trying out 😊
Looks wicked👍🏍
You sound a bit like me, I never know where I am going.🤣
I had the SV 1000 sport. I couldn't make it steer, I rode a friend's 650 wow it handled.
What's different I thought..... Steering damper..... Threw that in the bin and new bike, same handling as the 650.
Sadly it had to go.,.. I couldn't behave legally!!
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I've got a Washing Machine, a Cooker and an Iron with your name on them Kate, besides. Get my drift .... ! 🤣 Put the bikes away love and come on indoors 🤭
You singing "check your self, before you..." is that ice cube?.. And sorry unk your helmet is funny. Like a big nose in the visor
How about reviewing that lid, looks cool.
I should probably do some gear reviews 🤔😄
If anyone tells you to "Get lost" don't be offended it just means they want to see you do another of your videos 😄
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Hi Kate, great video 👏👏👏👏 🙏
1st exit 3rd exit... sounds like a mantra crocodile.
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Lost?? Now I understand why you do the big trips with Mike! It's more than likely that he actually has a decent scene of direction 🤣.
Keith, I'm a nightmare I swear
Having said that, a lot of times I do the same thing! As in carrying on, instead of stopping and turning round 🤔 lol.
Really like your helmet Kate, can you share where you go it? Keep up the great vlogging!
I assume your over your bout of giddiness now that you are riding again. That's good.
Hey John, this was filmed prior to me getting ill. I rode again early September after 2 months of constant dizziness. But I am back now! 💪💪💪
Hi Kate wheres the link too your friends youtube page? Great vid by the way little sv are a great little bike
czcams.com/channels/ldqEgyxyRsmAxLD9P1Kxxw.html
Alas the V-Twin is no longer in the SV650. Spie shots suggest it's changing to a parallel twin for 2023, V-Strom650 too. :)
Indeed!
2023 still has the v-twin 🙂
You got a bit unlucky there, you were actually not that far away from some half decent roads. Better luck next time :)
Seriously Chris?? Any towns to look out for next time that would guide me to the good stuff?
@@UsernameKate head for the horseshoe pass in Llangollen, ponderosa cafe at the top of the viewpoint is worth a pit stop too. Number ways you can go from there but you could head to Ruthin from there via Llysfasi and the A525, then from Ruthin head for Loggerheads on the A494. Just a few from me, but there's lots round there without having to go to deep in to Wales
Thanks!
Riding around the perimeter of the Wrexham industrial estate into holt and farndon aren’t great roads Kate 🤣🤣
They bloody aren't are they LOL
Like the helmet
Thanks Jane!
I cant wait for the 2023 Honda 750 Transalp review.
Glad to see you riding again👍
Ahhh this footage is back from late June! But yes! I am now riding again 😊💪
Just about to upgrade to a 1k gixr 😊
Ooh you will love it!!
danke kate... 😊
Bitte 😊
I like your lid Kate;
what make and model is it?
(so I can find a dealers, to try one on for fit)
It's a Ruroc Atlas 4.0. I believe they're only available online 😊
@@UsernameKate cool thanks, I'll see if they accept returns (so I can try on) thanks Kate x
The engine note came across nicely even tho I didn't have earphones to hand to hear it better. What is the make/brand of your lid if you don't mind me asking?
Hey Simon, it's a Ruroc Atlas 4.0 😊
@@UsernameKate Thanx for that. It's cool.
Thinking of trading in my 2004 r1200 gs for one of these something a bit easier to move around
what Lid is that your wearing the video Kate?
Nice video.. between this bike and cf moto clx700, which one would you choose?
As 50 years old beginner passing from maxi scooter to proper bikes. Do you thing the Sv is beginner friendly? Thanx and cheers from Serbia 🇷🇸✌️
It's cheaper than the other 650's, has a lower seat height then the fz07, and more power than the z650 or ninja 650.
...does it mean :" ...each Motorbike create a Adventure...?"
I really like the SV650, is a shame it is getting killed off.
I knowwww! End of an era
I reckon it will be back after a couple of years, when it's paralell twin replacement sales fail.
@@perarnewinge7123 sadly, I think emissions will keep it killed off.
@@HippoDrones I think they may be able to make the v-2 engine pass emission. The main reason for the switch: It"s because its cheaper to make a i-2 engine, than a v-2.
@@perarnewinge7123 maybe.
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Thanks Stephen!
I'm was born around there and it's spelt Brymbo but everyone pronounces it brumbo
I believe so! You're all shattering my dreams here lol
Be careful
Always
When are you going change your bike?
My GS? No plans to change that. My GSXR trackbike.....hmm I could be swayed next year for something different!
i believe suzuki are dropping the 650 v from its line up
Yesss! I saw this the other day on Motobons channel! Going for a parallel twin! What do you think about it?
@@UsernameKate why go parallel twin probably a cross plane too the V twin has been iconic for years and why just the 650 they should leave it alone its been a stable engine for years now if it aint broken dont fix it
So, the message of this video is... plan your ride before setting out.
Yea... I never do 🤣🤣
the link for liz's channel?
czcams.com/channels/ldqEgyxyRsmAxLD9P1Kxxw.html
@@UsernameKate Thanks Kate
TELL ME HOW COMFORTABLE IS YOUR RUROC CRIMSON ???
Pretty comfy!! 😊
Awful things. I had a test ride on one a few years ago as on paper it looked like a good idea. Spent most of the test ride hitting the rev limiter waiting for something to happen and laughing and the underdamped, under sprung forks. I know the chassis can be sorted but the engine leaves me cold, sorry.
Don't be sorry! Everyone has an opinion! 😊
"Awful"? Hardly.
Great review, really nice bike, garbage helmet.
Thanks Roger! 😊
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I see you 👀👍😊
@@UsernameKate haha! Is the phone all good Kate?😊
It is thanks! A little glitchy on Instagram stories but I'm not alone there, it's on all the forums. Camera is mega!!
Hello Kate..do you have boy friend?
Definitely not me, the most uncomfortable thing I’ve ever been on, the ergonomics of it plays hell with my arthritis
🥲 arthritis is a nightmare - I feel for you!