I thought this bike was illegal in France with 100+BHP at the back wheel, no ABS, traction control, power modes, electrical witchcraft? I'll assume the rules have changed for locals and take my bike out again in a few weeks just to check :-), (k7 with more than a few mods, thankfully nothing electric!)
I'm assuming Sth. Africa not that it's relevant. The best SV1000 vid. I have watched. It gives a true sense of what the bike is about. Thank you. I wonder what it's like plonking about town? I'd be interested to know.
It gets a bit hot plonking around town in the summer, but none the less it's a very civilised bike in an urban setting. The power it has in low revs gives it the ability to move quickly when asked, and it's also narrow, leans well, and has good brakes. The only criticism is wrist pain with the oem clip on bars. I had mine raised, but this isn't the cheapest mod. Mileage is reasonable if you don't race between lights. Still, the engine is a work of art. I've tried all the latest 4s, but even though they have more power at higher revs, the riding experience does not compete. The SV is a great bike. Get a good one with the stator magnets done, and if possible with the clutch chudder mod.
Nice bike, I got mine last week and I think is one of the most iconic bikes around , the sound of the engine and exhaust gives you goosebumps 😁 keep up !!!
Do you have any suspension upgrade? Progressive front springs, hyperpro rear absorber or progressive rear spring?? It was a beautiful ride. I take my SV1000S to trackday time to time, but im so far from this level...
That's the rev counter, it's moving down as he's going up in the gears which makes it so the engine speed can spin slower but maintain the same speed or in his case achieve a higher one
No very difficult. If you have a good exhaust shop / Mechanic who can measure, bend and weld the pipes you're good to go. Very low cost exercise. In the region of USD 120 in total.
