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Suzuki SV650 (1998 - 2010)

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Suzuki SV650 (1998 - 2010)

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When we tested the SV650S both on its own and against the rest of the middle-weight competition there was always one nagging problem with the bike. Through town the ‘S’ version’s clip-ons put a lot of the rider’s weight onto their wrists which made the bike a pain, literally, at ...  Continue reading

Tags: MPG, price, review, for sale, parts, forum, specs, top speed, specifications, bhp, SV650 (1998 - 2010), horsepower, pictures, exhaust

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3 user reviews of Suzuki SV650 (1998 - 2010) See all

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markiechief
Briliant Bike for either a newbie or old hand.

Can keep up with most things in the corners, after all straight lines don't count!!

Brakes are pants but your on a V-Twin so you should never really use them Continue reading...

ZZaaahh1400
Budget big grin machine. Competent all rounder. Great as a 1st "big" bike. Continue reading...

Scarlett
Budget biking at its best. Ideal first or return to riding kind of bike, doesnt throw any surprises at you. I am sure the most experienced rider could have fun on it for a while. I definitely recommend the SV, Continue reading...
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Easy to manage, ideal first 'big' bike and far more comfortable than its half faired brother.
 
Maybe physically small for some and not the sharpest looker in the group
  • Price: £4349.00
  • Year: 1998 - 2010
  • Engine capacity: 645cc
  • Power: 72bhp
  • Torque: 47lb ft
  • Weight: 165kg
  • Full spec

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