3 Years With The 2017 SV650 | Long Term Review

[@hachi-rokuperformancegroup3987]

I sold my 07 sv650 and no bike every replaced it and 5 years later just bought a 2022 sv650 and love it

[@mpdjr77]

I love it! On a gorgeous and blessed Sunday afternoon, I have just sat down on my front porch of the Family Hilltop Farmhouse to watch the Formula One Austin, Texas, Grand Prix, on KZbin TV. I opened up the KZbin app and my feed presented this uplifting SV650 video, BUT the thing that put a big smile on my face and inspired a therapeutic laugh was the channel owner’s handle: Smokin Monkey. It just cracks me up - reminiscent of so many film storylines that included scene-stealing ape actors, eg., the ones with Clint Eastwood and Jackie Gleason. Thank you, my Friend. Continue to ride safe and live under His Blessings. Grace and Peace 😊

[@SmokinMonkeyOG]

Haha thanks man!

[@TJ-if3pr]

How many miles are you up to now? I'm looking at a 2017 and am pretty excited to pull the trigger as long as the maintenance is super low.

[@SIRiAlerion]

In the process of buying a 2020 SV650. Your videos really reassure my choice.

[@SmokinMonkeyOG]

Glad I could help! And congrats on the new ride!!

[@maguslascivious4980]

Been on and off bikes my entire life. Best deal I've gotten on a bike is the 22 SV ABS I picked up last year. It's just an amazing bike.

[@PedroGLeitao]

I have a list of mods I'm goin to do in my SV that you might like to do also: Swap the stock rear shock for a Nitron ntr r1, waiting for it to arrive; Swap the fork oil from 10w to 15w; Swap the brake tubes for braided ones and maybe the pads for EBC HH sintered; Swap the brake fluid from dot 4 to dot 5.1

[@SmokinMonkeyOG]

Hmm I might try some of those out on my SV! Thanks for the comment gave me some good ideas lol

[@HaloXIIII]

I bought my 2016 sv a few months ago! Best decision I ever made! Thanks in part to your videos!

[@SmokinMonkeyOG]

Haha thanks man! I’m noticing a trend here lol so when is Suzuki gonna send me my commission check lmfao but honestly man congrats on the new ride! Good choice 👍 ride safe out there!

[@HaloXIIII]

@@SmokinMonkeyOG you deserve a commission at this point!

[@SmokinMonkeyOG]

For real lol

[@fredeamorph]

Love to see another SV 650 video! I'm also still loving my 2018 SV650X ! These are very reliable bikes and still capable of following much bigger bikes in the twisties. ❤️

[@SmokinMonkeyOG]

I agree it’s a very capable bike! And tons of fun to ride :D

[@ericjudd9603]

Cant wait to see the numbers with a whole exhaust and air box mod. Looking to do the same. Have ordered a two brothers racing slip on. Also ordered a Corbin seat. Love this bike👍

[@SmokinMonkeyOG]

Planning to get it done this season!! Can’t wait myself lol

[@tomaluka6180]

Hi, mate, great videos! I am in the process of getting my license and I'm thinking about buying a 2020 SV650 as my first bike. Would that be a good choice in your opinion?

[@SmokinMonkeyOG]

If you can respect the machine and not go nuts then yes. It has a lot of power and can get you into some sticky situations if you aren’t careful. But it also has a lot of power lol so you can grow with the machine as you progress as a rider and keep yourself interested and still loving the bike for a lot longer than a smaller cc bike. Hope that helps. Ride safe man

[@Watchmaty]

Love this bike, i own 2017 as well and just bought it few months ago, best bike in 650 i would say

[@chriskennedy3018]

I’ve got 1700 miles on my month old 2017 sv650 and it’s an awesome bike!

[@SmokinMonkeyOG]

Congrats on the new bike!

[@johndabbs1136]

I've been watching your SV content with great interest for a while now. I'm about to make a decision soon, SV 650 or Kawasaki Z650. It's a hard choice but you make a great case for the Suzuki.

[@SmokinMonkeyOG]

Honestly even if you can’t take them for a test ride sit on both and get the feel for the riding position and get the one that your drawn too more. In the end it’s your bike and you gotta ride what you like, and you’ll wana ride it that much more of it’s the one you really wanted. Hope that helps lol good luck on the new bike

[@sealow08]

In the end those were the same 2 bikes that I was choosing between. I rode them both and found that the build quality on the Z650 was really nice. The SV650 was the same. Both felt powerful enough and fun. But I found the z650 a bit less flickable (not as quick and easy to turn in compared to the SV), a bit less powerful and in my case the z650 was $1k more expensive. Both the bikes I looked at were ex-demo bikes at dealerships so both were discounted. I bought the SV650 in the final reckoning. I just liked it a lot better and that v-twin sound is excellent. Agreed with @smokin M - ride them both then decide. I was pretty sold on the z650 until i rode the two bikes.

[@jt693]

@@sealow08 Thanks for posting this. I am in the same boat about being down to the Z650 and the SV650. As of yet I have only sat on the two bikes, although I do currently ride a Z400 so the Z650 will be familiar territory to a certain degree. The SV650 is so popular that it seems to me that everyone must be on to something. Plus as you said it costs less. I am leaning towards the SV650 so far...

[@Treeclimbingexpert]

Well, I bought a 2017 today. It is my 2nd bike coming from a 2008 DRZ 400S. I've had the DRZ for a little over a month lol. Holy shit the power is insane compared to the DRZ. Super smooth in comparison. For me, at least for now, I can turn the DRZ way better. The turning is super wide compared to the DRZ, but I am probably doing something wrong. Mine came with a short exhaust it is super loud, I don't know what kind.

[@flipincan]

I’ve subscribed to your channel and have been bingeing your SV videos for the past couple of days. Do you think you could have went straight for the SV650 when you were buying your first bike? Or starting with the CB250R really necessary for you learning your skills and building your confidence?

[@miller98lsc]

Just bought my first motorcycle ever a month ago with no experience at 38 years old. (Aside from dirt bikes when I was 14). Bought the sv650, first day was legit scary but now I'm completely used to it.

[@mrmoritzjung]

I follow now for some months his SV650 journey and the video on his favourite mods made for me the deal to also look for one. I own my sweet SV 650 now for a little over 2 months and enjoy every ride I get. For me personally it was the perfect starter bike, learned to ride on a Honda and now covered with the SV almost 2500km already.

[@SmokinMonkeyOG]

Ya I agree it’s a good starter bike just be respectful of the machine and don’t go all out because it does have some power. Scared me for the first while I had it lol but that’s what you want lol

[@blakav3lli]

Great video and bike! I’ve got a limited power one and I’ll switch it to full version in a few months. Is there a real performance difference? Best wishes from Spain! 😉

[@SmokinMonkeyOG]

Never drove the limited power one so can’t say but if you get more power you’ll definitely feel the difference

[@blakav3lli]

Smokin Monkey thanks a lot! It will up 29 HP

[@ukdnbmarsh]

you dont need to change the tyres, i have taken my sv650 on track days to Silverstone and these things hold the road very well

[@SmokinMonkeyOG]

I agree the bike is great already but could it get better? Lol

[@ukdnbmarsh]

@@SmokinMonkeyOG the very best upgrade would be carbon rims

[@SmokinMonkeyOG]

I still rather have a larger contact patch to get better grip while leaning the bike into corners. But the carbon rims would be sick

[@brianglendenning1632]

I replaced the OEM tyres with higher performance tyres, and I found that made a difference in road and track. Did the same on my replacement for the SV (a S1000R) and made a difference in that bike as well.

[@ozantugcu9530]

One question, I consider buying one of 3rd gens second hand, and as far as I read, Suzuki actually put 4 piston calipers in 2019 and onwards, and I was wondering if its possible to swap 2 piston calipers to 4 for 2017? Have you heard or experienced it somehow?

[@SmokinMonkeyOG]

I haven’t heard of anyone doing the swap but I’m sure you can do it long as you get the right parts. You would also have to check if the mounts are the same on both models and if they will bolt up to your forks.

[@marcopistola5131]

I've just bought mine today! 2 to days to go for collecting it...I'm so happy! Thank you, Monkey, for all your tips...part of the decision is yours!

[@itsthebandit2977]

Nice1 what colour? I've got black with blue frame and wheels absolutely love it👍

[@marcopistola5131]

@@itsthebandit2977 All black! But I like the blue frame too

[@itsthebandit2977]

@@marcopistola5131 yea I like the all black its classic

[@SmokinMonkeyOG]

That’s awesome man!!! Congrats on the new bike! Welcome to the SV fam lol you’re gonna love that thing man

[@adamski6312]

Check out the scrambler kit by sw-motech! It looks amazing

[@viarnay]

Your next step is the ducati monster : - B that's a whole new level.

[@SmokinMonkeyOG]

I like the Ducati panigale or scrambler more than the monster. I wana pick up one of those in the future

[@scottlochans4180]

Ducatti Monster, my older brother had a brand new 750 Monster, had a rev, sounded like his XT250, way back when,not impressed. I Had no bike, Kawasaki for 27 years, no Kawasaki shops near. March 19, Got a 05

[@scottlochans4180]

re. Got a 05 650 Bandit, fuel injected, one very careful, cautious owner, who basically ran it in for 15,000 miles and it pulled up steep, steep hills, like it was falling off a cliff. Immediate throttle response, sheet, so joyous!!!, 2nd, 3rd or 4th gear, acceleration, spectacular. In 84 I had a nearly new GPZ750TURBO, heard the first production bike any size, to

[@scottlochans4180]

re. Got a 05 650 Bandit, fuel injected, one very careful, cautious owner, who basically ran it in for 15,000 miles and it pulled up steep, steep hills, like it was falling off a cliff. Immediate throttle response, sheet, so joyous!!!, 2nd, 3rd or 4th gear, acceleration, spectacular. In 84 I had a nearly new GPZ750TURBO, heard the first production bike any size, to

[@scottlochans4180]

re. I'm an idiot. GPZ750TURBO, standing quarter mile 10 seconds, do at least 161mph, Glasgow to Leeds, courier, GT750 Kawa, petrol station near Carlisle, police, we've been chasing you for 30 miles doing over 120mph, God knows what you were doing???, Dumfries Sheriff Court said 138mph, fined 50 pounds, banned 3 months and I'm so over top end speed , 30 miles 135mph, biking BUZZ??, much, much more fun, coming across a fuel injected 650 Bandit's Perfect storm 3rd gear, going up a steep, steep hill, 40 yards, before lights red. Fast forward, X4, best buzz ever. First night ride in 27years, am, something I'd call Bandit Time, just under 2 miles later, from nowhere perfect storm, 4th gear??, I'd swear on my hope of ever being a 650 fuel inj. Bandit, Banditeer again., 4th gear, felt like an industrial catapult got it going, at lights brand new Focus ST, window down, ST tried to lord it over me and my late beloved 650 Bandit, OH what you've got there is very, very SPECIAL, I said, the big story is it red lines at 12,000 rpm, driver laughed, we parted, should have said that it red lines at 12,000 rpm, and when I zoomed ahead, leaving the ST, for parked,???, never above 6,500rpm, 4th gear, about 90mph, had a left right chicane to deal with, middle of the lane, could only twitch the bars, upright, felt like the back wheel was in a track, I NEARLY HAD KITTENS, biggest biking BUZZ ever Bandit Time, only topped by 40,50 yards, steep, steep hill, 3rd gear. A bike is what you make of it. If I somehow get another 650 fuel injected Bandit, it would see me out. 2 up 650 Bandit, loses a tad of power, annoyed me, you'd want passenger to experience it, hey ho, lone riding a 650 Bandit f.i. bike, such a JOY, Take Care, Can't it's a Bandit 650. And I ain't even lying. Professor Bandit 650 B.T.E.out. Bandit Torque Enjoyment, only nothing technical.

[@VersatBeats]

How tall are you? I’m still most likely going to get this bike once I get my license but I’m 6’2 so wondering if I’ll feel too cramped on it, having said that I’m on a 125 KTM Duke and that’s a small ass bike for me 😂

[@SmokinMonkeyOG]

I’m 6’1 and I don’t have any problem but I would still try to sit on one even of you can’t take it for a test ride. Just to give yourself an idea of the riding position and everything.

[@italovid2288]

Just hit 40,000km on my 2017 sv650 still bullet proof

[@SmokinMonkeyOG]

I know a guy that has over 100,000 on his 2nd gen Sv650 said all you do is oil, fluids and brakes and you’re good to go lol these bikes are made to last from what I can tell

[@mrmoritzjung]

Keep up the nice videos on your beauty! It is a really nice bike to ride and also to see, personally I would be interested in some technique parts on the SV as I already learned due to the small weight it can be really easily handled by pushing than by laying in.

[@SmokinMonkeyOG]

Thanks man! And I agree it’s a nimble bike you don’t need much to throw it around a corner. I’ll do some more riding and technical videos for sure! What kind of stuff do you want to see?

[@TopshelfJunior]

Would you recommend this bike as a first street bike ?! I have a dirtbike but, looking to purchase my first street bike soon..

[@SmokinMonkeyOG]

Definitely it’s a great first bike just be careful at first it has a bit of power and it can get you into a bad situation if you don’t learn the bike before going all out.

[@TopshelfJunior]

@@SmokinMonkeyOG Copy that ! Loud and clear.

[@nickclarkuk]

I currently have a CB500F (47bhp) but am dreaming of an SV650 with 72bhp . Do you think I’d notice a jump in power ? I’d like more power but I don’t want a 4 cylinder and I like Japanese’s reliability.

[@SmokinMonkeyOG]

I think you definitely will feel the difference, especially because if the torque. And the longer gears give you more room to play lol especially if you ride in the city the long gears help you not have to change gears as often and gives you a better riding experience in my opinion

[@mstfsircold]

Thanks for the video. I got mine this week. Awesome bike.

[@SmokinMonkeyOG]

Congrats!!

[@jfcarino]

Just a question about changing the rear tires, would the 180 fit the stock wheels?

[@SmokinMonkeyOG]

Yup it should. I’ve heard of many people doing it and not having any issues

[@jfcarino]

@@SmokinMonkeyOG thanks Monkey!

[@gunthergunther7]

Sure it’ll fit but bad idea in my book. I explained why in the comment above you

[@khosrowtaj]

great content as always, Thank you, Mike! SV650 is one of the kind for sure. Ride safe & keep posting, Cheers

[@SmokinMonkeyOG]

Thanks!!

[@tommykidd8179]

I can't understand why people bought it , got rid,then wished they hadn't sold it. Why did they get rid????

[@gdimiev1312]

I am so curious about the rear tire swap!!! I will start sifting through reddit for some info as I will be changing my tires this fall.

[@SmokinMonkeyOG]

Hit me up if you find a good thread on there or find some important info for the swap!

[@webcaman]

was about to make the jump up to 180, but chickened out and stuck with regular size . had a nail stud in the rear so i just switched with a Michelin Pilot Power 2CT Rear Tire

[@gunthergunther7]

Bad idea on stock wheels. What happens is that your narrow 4.50" inch rear wheel changes the profile of the wider 180/55R17 rear tire... Contact patch is larger only when the bike is up right... When the bike is leaned over, you have less contact patch than you would with the 160/60R17 rear tire. If you want to swap a 180 I would swap the 06+ GSXR 600/750 rear wheel. On stock wheels the sv will transition quicker on the 160 than the 180

[@SmokinMonkeyOG]

Okay I see what you mean

[@bhok1971]

@@gunthergunther7 3rd gen SV has a 5 inch wheel. 170 is the best size, and a 180 is fine too.

[@Samenotter]

I love my 2016 sv 650 changed the handelbars to wider and lower ones now i have more response frim the front tire .. also changed the tires to pirelli angel st love it next thing is the exhaust want more of the v2 sound

[@SmokinMonkeyOG]

I’ve been thinking of getting some handlebars. Might have to do that one day

[@robdos2000]

How many kms have you covered?

[@igorkon]

you will NOT have more traction or more stability on wide tire mounted to the rim for more narrow tire. because your wider tire will be squeezed to narrow rim and on 180 tire you will have LESS contact patch than on stock 160 tire. if you want wider tyre you must change the rim to wider one also. some mods requires some research job done ;-)

[@SmokinMonkeyOG]

Yes I know this now. I research all my mods believe me I look at every option possible then I do the mod. But I appreciate the advice man

[@weitsung-lin]

I have bike technically better than SV650, but I'm still buying it as my secondary bike!

[@TTerribleK]

Great video as always. Gotta love that trusty steed.

[@SmokinMonkeyOG]

Thanks! I agree it really brings the bike together

[@TTerribleK]

@@SmokinMonkeyOG You're so lucky you can ride the sv. I loved the sv from the moment i saw it a few yrs back. Due to cc limitations, it isn't available in our country.

[@SmokinMonkeyOG]

That’s shitty! What country are you from?

[@TTerribleK]

@@SmokinMonkeyOG Bangladesh

[@SmokinMonkeyOG]

I never knew restrictions were so tight there. And I’m over here waiting for my chance to get a bigger bike, just need insurance to come down a bit lol

[@NsertGenericUsername]

Interesting username. There was a Mayan ruler named Smoke Monkey, or at least that’s the English translation

[@SmokinMonkeyOG]

I didn’t know that lol thanks for the fun fact

[@ericjudd9603]

How many miles you got on your sv650 so far?

[@ericjudd9603]

I got a 2020 sv and am at 2200 so far.

[@SmokinMonkeyOG]

Around 5000 I never have time to ride these days

[@ericjudd9603]

Smokin Monkey cool thats not as much as i thought but means you will have it longer🤗🤙

[@SmokinMonkeyOG]

Not planning to get rid of it. I’ll keep the SV forever if I can and just get other bikes to add to the collection.

[@ericjudd9603]

Up too 4600 miles🤙

[@liciniodesousa5715]

Hey Mike what do you pay on insurance?

[@SmokinMonkeyOG]

$1100 a year

[@liciniodesousa5715]

@@SmokinMonkeyOG thanks bro. I'm considering the sv650 or the Honda cb500f for my first bike. Just trying to figure out what I can potentially pay on insurance. Since I live in Toronto I know it can be pricey. Keep grinding bro!!

[@SmokinMonkeyOG]

Both great machines man good luck on your purchase! Thanks for the support

[@TopshelfJunior]

I'm in Cali and my insurance on the SV650 is like $675 a year.

[@toysareforboys1]

2020 R1M to replace it!

[@SmokinMonkeyOG]

Hmmm lol

[@chenanigans6437]

Round headlight is beautiful. Wish it was LED though.

[@SmokinMonkeyOG]

I replaced the halogen with an LED bulb to keep the look but get a bit better performance out of it. I actually have a comparison video on my channel from last season.

[@scottfree9994]

I should have got the SV650 instead of the Honda Rebel 500. I want to do longer and longer trips and the Reb 500 on the highway for long duration's would run it's guts out. I'm thinking REALLY REALLY hard about trading in my Rebel 500 for the Soft tail standard Harley has got, since it's not a ridiculous price in all.

[@SmokinMonkeyOG]

Can’t lie man I’ve wanted to try a Harley for a while but haven’t had the opportunity. I think that if you wana do longer trips it’s perfect for that. However take one for a spin because it’s a totally different riding experience having your feet in front of you rather than behind. Totally different handling characteristics and just riding in general. But let me know how it goes for you I’m interested, I need to get on one myself and try it out.

[@AxShade94]

Great bike ! I nearly got one but got a Shiver 900 instead ! (Biggest torque and power under A2 legislation ) :p

[@SmokinMonkeyOG]

Thanks man! Those are awesome bikes too, never had a chance to take one out yet myself though

[@karolmar2083]

Ouufff fire video🔥🔥

[@SmokinMonkeyOG]

Thanks homie

[@clubstyleridahd4695]

Thinking about trading in a couple bikes to get a new one

[@SmokinMonkeyOG]

The reason I like buying new is you don’t have to worry about what happen to the bike with it’s previous owner and that anything I mess up is my own fault. Plus warranty is always nice peace of mind to have too. Good luck!

[@pikaiagadicense1568]

Gris

[@korazon3spinado]

Makes you wonder why anyone needs a 200 hp bike?

[@SmokinMonkeyOG]

I still want one hahaha

[@korazon3spinado]

Be careful if you get one. They probably go 100 mph without any throttle!

[@SmokinMonkeyOG]

That’s kind of like the electric bike I reviewed a few weeks back! Thing is nuts!

[@soushi8]

Yeah sell it. To me. Let me know tnx

[@SmokinMonkeyOG]

Maybe one day but not anytime soon sorry lol

[@craigjohnson6597]

Only ugly bit of that bike is the massive ugly radiator

[@SmokinMonkeyOG]

Ya I know what you mean