That's weird about the throttle, I test rode one a little while ago and didn't feel any snatchiness, it felt responsive I guess, but not what I would call snatchy. In comparison, the MT-07 I rode that day before that felt a lot more sudden/snatchy to me than the SV650 did.
That might be it, I might just be used to it on the SV. Granted, it's been about 7 years since I had an SV, but maybe it's similar to my Ninja 650. (that I just sold so I could buy an SV again)
I dont know, i started out on the old SV650 (2003 model) and felt that the throttle was really snatchy. later bought a XSR 700 (MT/FZ 07 motor) and due to the accumulated practice felt more comfortable but recently drove my old SV again 6 times and felt that the old SV`s throttle was much smoother.. My mom has the 2017 version of the SV650 so i rode that a few times as well and its also smoother than the XSR`s throttle, though just barely noticable.. so dont know but i wouldnt really make any difference, those bikes simply have a lot of torque down low so low speed is equally "exciting" if your right hand is a bit sloppy and you like to hold on to the bars. But what i did notice was that coming stock there`s a little more throttle freeplay on the XSR. PS: i rode those bikes under the exact same conditions (starting with cold engines, same route, same slow speed maneuvers, same everything, even same oil)
Heavier and a little more fork oil will stiffen up the front forks, however might make it less comfortable for an all day ride. Stainless steel reinforced teflon front brake hoses will improve the front braking, however it is less safe for beginners sliding the front tire or lifting the back tire off the pavement. Both the R3 and the Ninja 400 look a lot like 600cc supersports, until you look at the width of the back tires. FortNine has a good recent review for motorcycle tires.
If Suzuki made sv650R with usd fork, radial brakes, adjustable rear shock(no brembo or öhlins needed), some rider aids, full fairing etc and It would be the perfect bike from factory.
I've had my 3rd gen SV650 for about a year and a half now. I didn't like the dash at all at first, but it grew on me. probably because of its clarity and ease of use, oh, and gear indicator! the few other bikes ive tried didnt have a gear indicator. but i also share most of your gripes with the bike, especially after riding nicer, sportier bikes. the suspension and brakes really do not inspire confidence, especially at higher speeds.
Replace the stock throttle tube on the sv650 with an r6 throttle tube. It shortens the throw and I honestly think it just feels better. That's what I did to my 2000 sv650
Question I have a little experience riding motorcycles but it’s been about 2 years since the last time I’ve road one but I’m really considering buying a gsxr 600 any opinions
I believe, most reviewers are misunderstanding the bad brakes on beginner bikes. I know I'm probably not as experienced, but I believe if you have a bike that would not go fast most of the time as it is a beginner bike I think it does the job aight.
I had an r3 and overall it was a great bike but you hit the nail on the head with the dislikes. That throttle was so far it was like a twist and a half. I wasn’t going to change the throttle tube because I’m all about staying close to stock as possible but I did change the fender because that thing should be on a 1400cc bike not a 300. Being 6 foot 2 it was still a little too short for my liking. I just changed to a cb650f and it’s definitely like the sv650 in class so it’s under the radar but it’s an IN-LINE FOUR and very rare because everyone leans towards the cbr650f which is the faired version.
The SV650 has a easy start system that u don't have to press and hold the starter for the bike to start but u only need to just push it once it starts on its own.
Other bikes usually have the cat and pre muffler in a seprate section in the exhaust. This is why the Suzuki models have such huge mufflers. The new KTM Rc 390 has a cat/muffler section seperate from the end muffler. The problem with that is that we have to buy a decat kit to remove the first muffler. With these Susuki models it is very easy to put on a Mivv pipe with DB-killer and without cat, this is semi legal in the Netherlands with the best problem free sound.
I've got a 2018 sv650a, the throttle is better if you take almost all the slack out of it, and the initial bite of the brakes isnt strong but pull just a little more and I find them plenty adequate. The bike does not like to ease around, it's much happier up past 5k rpm.
I have to say the throttle on my gen2 sv650 smoothed out quite a bit when I recalibrated my throttle positioning sensor. They are supposedly way out from the factory
I think the ugly turn signals are for safety. I swapped out my FZ1 turn signals for LEDs but they were not as noticeable according to people I rode with. You won't see them while riding, so I'd just leave them be and imagine your on an R1 with mirror signals.
The sv650 has a cable throttle, im sure you could loosen it up to make it a bit more forgiving but it might just be the initial snatch of the throttle body plates opening
U should do a cb500f for a beginner bike next time. I'm learning on it right now and is easy to control but still has plenty of power and I'm a 260 6 foot guy.
I agree a small motorcycle should be raffled off . I earned my MC endorsement and learned on my Pop's XS650 Yamaha , and I bought a SR250 Yamaha single cylinder 😀 . ( I own a 750 Shadow now ) .
Yes, been considering and researching used Gladii and it’s a great value indeed, except it’s not even (that) ugly! The SVF650 gladius in black, for ex. Change headlight to round and it looks super similar to the new SV650. 🤷🏻♀️
Dear fellow squids, (or papa squid) I need some advice I’ve been wanting a motorcycle for a while now and now that I’m old enough, (17) I can finally get one. However I really want ether a super sport or sport. I’ve been to motorcycle stores before and I really like the feel of the sport and super sport bikes there, but my options are limited to a Suzuki 250cc, a Kawasaki 600 and Kawasaki 400, due to them having mostly dirt bikes and Harley Davidsons. The Kawasaki’s here in central Wisconsin are quite expensive (around 10 grand). I don’t have a lot of money with only around 5k to spend, but nevertheless after this purchase I will be quite a broke baby squid for a while. Out my very limited options I’ve been considering a 2018 Suzuki GSX250r which is around 4,700 dollars including tax, however it’s only 250cc. They also have have two Kawasaki’s at the store one is a Kawasaki 400 which is about $7,000 and the other is a Kawasaki 600 which is about $11,000. Anyways my question is what should I get out of those options, should I save up or should I buy the 2018 Suzuki GSX250r. I live on a gravel road out in the country but I’m fairly close to asphalt roads, My knowledge on these things isn’t great and it would be helpful if someone could give me some advice. Sincerely, A Noobie Squid
At your age (17), they will bend you over for insurance for a new bike. If you have no dirt bike experience, a used Ninja 300 or Honda 300 are good choices. If you have dirt bike experience, you might safety start with a 500cc Honda or older ZZR600 Kawasaki. I have a 2008 ZZR600- the power is low at 5,000 rpm but really wakes up at 13,000 rpm, and the front brakes are strong enough to raise the back tire off the pavement with panic extra hand strength.
The part of the intro with yammer in the shades plus the music always makes me feel like I’m watching some alien conspiracy movie. Papa yam is a lizard?
What if i instead of shipping the whole bike, yammie buys a new bike on the motorcycle store near the winner's location. His subscribers would increase from other countries. 😁😁😁
dont know what ur talking about, i have a full akrapovic on my 2019 r3 and people always compliment how it sounds, my neighbor even asked me if it was an r6 lol, funny thing is, he actually has a 2005 r6. i will admit though, once you get up to 80 mph + it does start sounding kind of ricey... basically, it only sounds good at lower speeds.
Which is better? The SV-650 or the FZ-07? Does Honda make a naked bike that is at the same level of the two? I’ve always thought I wanted a cruiser, but these naked bikes are stealing my heart.
You'll have to sit on them to see which one is better for you...they are both great bikes. For me I went with the SV-650 cause it just fit my body type better with relation to the tank and handle bars.
I got myself a SV 650 from 2018 recently and I absolutely love it. It's my first bike and I researched heavily what to get. I really like classic looks on a motorcycle so I was basically choosing between the SV, Yamaha's XSR 700 and Honda's CB650R Neo. First of all, the SV is the least expensive of these bikes. The XSR/MT07 platform is really nice, but the sound just isn't that great tbh and it basically has the same engine stats as the SV. The CB650 is a 4 cylinder, making it way heavier than the SV and the XSR, and also not producing that much more power. Also I prefer the V-Twin sound over the parallel four cylinder one. For relation bike/money, I think you get the most out of the SV, there are really nice ones out there for a good price. The XSR is one of a kind with it's looks, but comes in with 2000$ on top. If you like 4 cylinders I'd recommend the CB650 in this class, even though it is the heaviest and most expensive of these. Anyway, have fun.
The front suspension you feel it soft because you need to stiffen the back shock. I weight 78kg and talked with Dave Moss and he said to stiffen the back shock two clicks and it solved the soft front suspension right away. You should try it
Sv650's have notoriously bad brakes, even for people not accustomed to supersports. Even after pads, fluid and ss lines, the brakes only get the job done, they never feel truly excellent. All the more reason to go for a gixxer front.
Bob Bob I couldn't spend that sort of cash on a bike you know that you'll sell in a year or two, buy a cheap Chinese 125 and do all your falling off on that then do your a2 when you can
Bob Bob no worries, I've got a lexmoto viper (similar to the mt125) and it's been great, never had any issues, just about to sell it and move on to something bigger, hopefully a Cb500f
@@jayprescott2233 cheers, tbh i think i might get the dt 125 or something similar so as to get some offload capability for practice before i get cbt and so i can keep it to mess around on when i get a 650 later on but ill definatly consider the viper
Look at the monstrous tail on the cb300r (2019) its amazing ha ha. Also talking of huge exhausts earlier look at some of the Hondas they are ginormous. (UK models)
Yammie, had to stop ya there about small bikes not sounding good. Ive got a ninja 300 with a Yoshimura R77 boy it definitely doesn't sound like a 300 aha
[the throttle is not snatchie ! your wrist is twitchy ! . but it is the most direct throttle iv experienced but if you can make 1/4 mm twists (1/8?) the suspension is not like a Honda nsx its more ford mustang?]
TheresGabe to be fair when you buy his merchandise you are entered in a drawing for a free motorcycle plus those other youtubers usually have more subs and views so I can see where yam is coming from
Have you bought one? I specifically worked with a supplier that has super comfortable clothing. The designs were created from an actual graphic designer, and on top of that when you buy one you get entered to win a free motorcycle. I think $28 for a shirt is more than fair (I’m not cutting a huge margin on them either tbh)
@@yammienoob Definitely didn't think you were taking a big cut. I'm looking at the hat options, and wishing there was more, and that the snapback option, (I don't do old guy hats) wasn't just the single thread outline for $34 for a snap back hat. I LOVE supporting/repping youtubers through merch. a $34 snapback with a minimal logo is a tough sell. I can get a fitted hat for $8 and get #YammieNoob stitched on it for $17 at Lids
I just got my shirt and it's a thing of beauty. super cool looking graphic, cashmere like softness, AND fastest shipping ever! PLUS a chance to win a new bike! So I'm thinking yam's quality is just fine
