2009 Suzuki SV650S | The bikes we buy | MCN 

It's nice to see a younger person with a passion for bikes, who's also pursued this passion in their work!

An SV should be a part of every sport intentioned riders journey.

I know nothing about this person. But judging by her bike she's the coolest person on the channel 😎

My first bike was a curvy SV650S with a full Micron and it was the best intro to biking; cheap to buy, cheap to insure, cheap to run, handle really well, sound superb and bulletproof reliability. Only downside was only having 70bhp and forks are ridiculously underdamped. Perfect 2nd bike like a budget 5th gen VFR

I love that bike!!! So glad MCN has behind the scene staff the not only rides, but really rides after a crash. peace

Glad to hear Charlotte was okay after the accident and it never put her off riding. Passed my test on a naked SV650 as I'm sure many others have too. Would love to see more of her on the channel even if it's just going for coffee and cake 😂

It's just great to see that the behind the scenes staff is as cool as your usual folks in front of the camera and as fanatic about bikes. I was recently in the UK for the ABR festival and a week of biking - only met great fellow bikers.

Nice one Neevsey. Love hearing stories from newbies.

Thanks Charlotte. Great format. MN's a natural for interviews; relaxed & engaging.

What a well spoken young lady. Good on you duck. Enjoy your biking.

Excellent video! I love this content! Charlotte, do the track days or track school! After I attended 3 track schools, I found it so beneficial as it built my confidence in learning how far you can actually push your bike and yourself. Cheers!

Possibly the best bang for buck if you want a simple, fun, ultra reliable and value for money bike. I loved my SV back in the day. Commute, track day and tour.. ❤

Thank you for showing your bike Charlotte

picked up a clean 10k miles 2009 sv650s with gsxr1000 front end, gsxr750 rear shock and a few other bits as my first big bike a month or so ago, loving it, was on a ybr125 for a year prior

My first big bike was a SV650... love it.

Her insurance was £200 a year before the accident? Jesus Christ! That's a steal.

40+ years on two wheels and though I have a Ducati and a Triumph in the garage my K9 SV650S, just like this one, is still my favorite. Great bikes for anyone.

Did my direct access last year in my 50s and bought a new sv650. 16 months later I'm in the market to buy something a little more fancy, brakes, suspension etc. and was going to px it. I'm ending up trying to make more room in the garage as I can't bring myself to part with it.

Loving the SV. Thanks for the captions Grant🙏

When she revealed her other bike was another black 600 sports bike I thought ‘Why?’ Then remembered that the last time I had two bikes in the garage both were vtwin sports bikes, a Buell and a curvy SV. Five years later the SV is still there………….

Genuinely never understand why people call this a beginner bike. I mean a beginner bike is a 250, 390 even a 400. It’s as quick and as frugal than most of the current parallel twins. You also don’t rely on electric rider aids. I’ve had every generation of SV at the same time as others and yet won’t ever not have one.

I totally agree, I love my sv650, she sounds great, useable torq!!

I have a '99 SV and you just need to slip the clutch to make it smoother. There are two big issues with the SV the first is you need to keep on top of oil changes and clutch cable lubrication and adjustments or it will develop issues with the gearbox specifically it won't shift out of first into neutral or second when at a standstill the best thing to do if this starts happening is rev up to somewhere between 2000-4000rpm with the clutch lever pulled so it is completely disengaged and you will be able to shift while the revs are up, for a long term fix make sure the oil is right up to the top fill line and is clean, if you have issues with gears popping out or finding neutral between any gears other than first and second then you actually have a damaged gearbox and none of the advice above will solve that issue. The second is electrical the REG/REC is a simple (probably underspec) diode type which overheats and goes kaput quite often so the standard upgrade is to a mofset type Reg/Rec and some guys use one of a specific year Honda CBR that is mofset and fits the space but they are getting rarer now so you can try to find a different model that is also mofset or get one from electrexworld. Also if you ride in rain a lot the side stand switch and ignition barrel can cause problems too, the ignition barrel can have corrosion issues at the contacts which can cause parasitic drain while the ignition is off the solve for the ignition barrel is try to lubricate it through the keyhole with a non-conductive penetrating fluid and follow up with a thicker oil like gear oil or pack it with marine grease, the side stand switch can get sticky when it gets dirty and can cause issues where it cuts the ignition when you go over bumps the solve for the side stand switch is just wash it and lube it. the SV is a great bike I wish they did an XL frame for it because I'm 6'4 and it is a little bit cramped but still better than most Japanese bikes for space.

The Suzuki SV650 is a superb bike. I've got an 2021 model, it brings a smile to my face every time I ride it, and it sounds epic with a slip-on!

Great bikes the SV650. I purchased one whilst I rebuilt my Triumph TT600 after she got destroyed by a blind car driver, needed something that could help me get my confidence back whilst being reliable and cheap to run, and everyone I spoke to mentioned the SV650 and it's never missed a beat, never let me down, and drinks very little petrol too...the only thing that took me by surprise, going from an inline 4 to a torquey V-twin, the engine breaking... took me by surprise!

I got my nackered 01 carburated sv650s off of my service manager as a kawasaki dealer apprentice, been cleaning it up for years, while riding 125s, its now on the road again with my full licence, this year im going to fit the reccomended zx10r rear shock and do the yss or hyper pro fork internals and do even more track days on it, fantasic cheap bikes

All you’ll ever need! I’ve seriously contemplated buying one but went for a Honda NT650 GT Hawk / Bros in stead which is of a very similar concept (V-twin and all) but about 30 kg lighter. Best bike I’ve ever ridden.

I had an SV650-absolutely brilliant little bike. Looked great in the bronze colour scheme

I did my full license on a couple of year old SV650 and it’s a sweet bike to learn on! Lovely V2 soundtrack and no slouch either! After passing bent on to a nearly new CBR650R which was a great first bike with a bit more power than the SV! A year later I am back on a V twin! Theo not an SV. Ducati Panigale V2 with even more ponies! Thank good for an ex BSB racer son to teach me and follow I am loving it, using it well and still enjoying the V twin sound track and torque!

Great photos, looks nice with the pink accents.

It's SOOO important to hear from less experienced younger riders in order to encourage more new riders.

I enjoy all of you guys' videos. Interesting to see what you own yourselves

I've had both the curvy mk 1 sv650 and the pointy mk 2 sv650 back when I was on an a2 licence .Both amazing fun bikes to ride and verry reliable, not too much power for a new rider but enough to not get bored of it quickly . My partner is looking to do her das and is wanting a sv650s to upgrade to so looks like I'll have a 3rd one in the garage soon .

Part of me really wants one of those as my first bike because they look great and sell for pretty cheap in my area, but another part of me just wants an r3 or ninja 300 because I'm short and they're small and light and easy to manage while riding or even parking in my limited storage space.

Still have a 1999 sv650s as my main bike and will never sell her. So much fun to ride.🎉

I loved my 1999 curvy. Kept it for 18 years and had I the space for it would have kept it. Yes insurance is also what keeps us from having too many bikes as well.

Personally, I think the SV's are perfect beginner/mid tier bikes. Something you can get into and grow into. My dad still has his old carbureted SV. Doesn't ride it much, since he's got a Ducati 1199 Panigale, but still. Great all round bikes. Especially here in the US, where we have a bit more open roads, we're easier on insurance, like she mentioned, and we do like a bit more speed on public roads. Lol

Thank you so much for the subtitling 👍🏆

I had a 2009 just like this, just in red and a high mount Mivv exhaust. Sounded amazing. Loved the bike and to ride it fast on the backroads. Only a few things to complain about... suspension should be upgraded, needs a slipper clutch (the engine brake is insane) and a longer first gear.

I had an 08, and I loved it.

I bought a 2004 yellow sv650s from the dealership back in the day. Google images still has pics. I built it and put sv650R decals on it. Gsxr suspension and brakes, power commander, tune, jardine full exhaust, wide open air box, spaced tank, 520 chain, tires, air filter, etc. I said I’d never part with and did. I regret it many years later. Even though I ride a xb12R. Definitely an upgrade but still dumb to sell the sv.

My first bike was also a Suzuki SV 650 S. Model year was 2006 and I had it for two and a half years.

Cool to hear about the S. I didn’t realize there was a faired version. I got an RS660 as my first bike about 9 months ago so I would want something a bit more different as a second bike.

Well articulated review. Suzuki made a great Vtwin. I loved my TL1000S back in 1998.

Nice video. It’s a nice change from the new super bikes that most everyday riders can’t afford.

I had an SV650s as a first bike, maybe a 2007 - took it to 130mph and it never ran right after. Constantly reving up and down by itself. Also felt the HP wasn’t enough quite soon after getting it. Since getting older I’ve had just as much fun on slower bikes, and faster ones.

Nice review Charlotte . I'm scared of black bikes personally lol I feel the black blends in too well. Sounds like you had a nasty high side or something though, glad you're okay now.

My partner learnt to ride on a CFMOTO 300SR, then a Can-Am Ryker, now she is on a Can-Am Spyder. When it comes to her next two wheeled option when she is ready I think a SV650x will be a contender.

Just bought a 2008 sv650 a month back

Now THAT is a fine lookin motorcycle!

You know you're a passionate bike rider when you have an accident like that and still ride, should do some bike testing with Charlotte she seems pretty cool

I'm just here to see how many riders comment on the reasoning behind buying the bike with ABS vs. the bike chosen to take out on "weather" days.. Also...has Neeves ridden any of the odd-crank P-twin bikes?

multibike is the way to go. my second bike was essentially free when i renewed with a multi policy and 1 more year no claims.

Well, I don't like Suzukis, but you can't go wrong with an SV650, brilliant bike!

Very cool bike. In silver looks amazing

A bit disappointed that you didn't start the bike up, would have liked to hear what that black widow sounded like but having said that, I am thinking of buying one of these so some info on it was quite handy.

Got my license a couple of months ago and since I've been learning on a 3rd gen SV650, bought one from 2022 with like 4k km only. Was thinking about this or the new Hornet or even GSX-8S, but SV got that "soul" for me with that V2 (and also i always wanted to own some kind of transport with the V layout)

Love this idea and video!

Awesome video! I love these and would like to see more owners perspective. Well done! I have no idea what dog bones are? Both are beautiful bikes. I bet she keeps the Suzuki and the Aprilia . The Suzuki is perfect for what she needs. Best!

Passion. Went down but Got Right Back On. Lovely. Passion.🙂💪

Very nice Charlotte! 👍

Awesome bike. Thinking of one for my 2nd bike to accompany my DRZ400S 👍

Curious if the Aprilia was also lowered? The 1999 SV650 I owned I could flat foot both sides but found the 660 Aprilia too tall for comfort and not able to flat foot it even on just one side.

Enjoyable video nice to here someone's views 😊

Ive got a k7 sv650s in blue, nitron rear shock and a beowulf full system. Sold my 1000 and kepy my 650 😂

I regret not buying one of those back in the day.

I've owned a tl1000s for 15 years as one of my bikes. I get the engine braking thing, I'm the same using the engine braking. An observation from the video, get yourself a zip belt to attached your jacket to. I noticed a bare back in one of the images where your jacket had ridden up! 😊

Great video. I am interested to know how you touch the ground on the RS660. I have a 28" inside leg and i couldn't touch the ground with both feet at all, so didnt inspire confidence. Got a CBR650R as I can tiptoe that and with some Daytona Boots that give me 6cm rise its easy to ride.

Yes. You touched on the insurance issue in this. I feel younger bikers are getting ripped off by the insurance industry. I am 61 and my bike insurance is 64 quid. Really? For a Bonnie 900. I wonder why younger generation are getting put off motorcycles. They are the industries future. C'mon. Give them a break

Really nice series 😃

SV650 was my first bike - back in 2002. No better choice.

Superbe vidéo merci ❤️ ❤️ ❤️ ❤️ ❤️

Yes! SV650! 😃

Lovely bike

Same make and model as my 1st bike. Such an awesome machine for a 1st bike and one I regret selling.

Suzuki SV650, long production life, bargain price, full of character, what’s not to like.

Can someone give me a quick summary of what the regulations are for new riders? I’ve heard of A2 so is that like a learners permit for motorcycles? Guessing it’s just a period of time on an A2 before you get your regular permit. It’s a bit odd in the U.S. that as a new rider if you want (you shouldn’t) you could go out and get a 200hp bike as your first bike the day you pass your test.

I put Remus exhaust on my 1999 SV and it obnoxiously loud.

She's very good , watch your back Mr N 😂😂😂

omg, I didn't know a black sv650 look so damn meann

Ny Neice!

Well the older ones boiled nuts, the new ones seem to have thicker seats

She just needs a multi-bike insurance policy

SV650 is a bike for the ladies and not the lads as it is a nut boiler

Not having the confidence to trust yourself to brake properly and rely on abs can't be a good thing. Just my take on it as someone been riding for 40 years and never had a bike with electronics on it. The sv is a great first bike, my son still has his, a blue 53 plate bought about 5 years ago and still worth what he paid for it. His isn't snatchy at all so maybe her exhaust has messed up the fuelling.

Odd thing to say, that Vtwin might catch out a beginner....

Sooo she came from riding horses. And felt the need to lower the bike so both feel can touch the floor... Right?... So I assume she also lowered the horses she rode too.

Marry me

Why not tell this girl that she should not be proud that she is not using brakes and "mostly engine braking". The fact that you did not have ABS was not the cause of your accident. The fact that you did not learn how to use your brakes is the reason you had your accident.

Sv650 not reliable engines

How many thousands of people have died from having the most inappropriate bike? This person won't be around much longer if you keep ignoring the elephant in the room. Come on! EXPLAIN to this person that RACE bikes are for driving around and around in circles. EXPLAIN to her that it's got a mid wheelbase mounted engine and that means you're not supposed to lean the bike over cause the engine weight will cause the fall problem. The copycats copy each other into the grave.

The only thing I took from this video is this person needs to learn how to use her brakes before she gets herself in big trouble!

the Aprilia has such nice looks from the factory, but this one looks horrible to me... and not the best choice for small riders.

advertising your instagram account on your bike is just lame, sorry…

No ABS on the SV ! No wonder she said she is hesitant to us the brakes and relies on the engine braking! 🤞🫣