2017 Suzuki SV650 vs Yamaha FZ-07 | On Two Wheels

[@FlyingGrimaud]

“70 horsepower doesn’t sound like much.” Me looking out the window at my 91 miata. “Well crap.”

[@TheImtoomuch]

FlyingGrimaud none of these are chick bikes though.

[@therealpewpew2532]

I have a 92 miata ,and my r6 has more power than my car.

[@EllaBananas]

@@TheImtoomuch Ooo look at captain insecure over here. Arent you cool making fun of people with mildly feminine vehicles.

[@TheImtoomuch]

@@EllaBananas you and your chick car will get over the butt hurt.

[@gabrielwheaton1411]

99 Miata here. My KTM 390 has better acceleration

[@YamahaRacing199]

Ridden both bikes and a monster 797, sv650 was the best of them all. Made in Japan, V-Twin character, Trellis rigid chassis, timeless style. Just needed a full race exhaust, seat retrim, sintered front pads and minor upgraded suspension. Now it's a weapon, 20,000km of happiness and its the first bike I have no intention of selling. Can't recommend enough.

[@Sakuleta2]

You still have it?

[@craigd123]

​@@Sakuleta2 he died

[@nothanks8128]

@@craigd123 wtf man 😂😂

[@Motorbyke]

Guessing you haven’t owned a fz07

[@bxl1121]

70 horsepower enough for having fun? Man I am having hell of a time on 14 hp bike. Can't imagine what it will be like on 70hp. probably more then a regular rider will ever need.

[@MisterSuki]

I don't know where that number comes from...spec. for each is 75 hp so...and I do agree, I'm a large guy and have a 2017 Grom for shits and giggles in addition to a 2018 SV650. Have a blast on that thing on the streets and back roads.

[@Tonyx.yt.]

right, those bikes are around 4 second for 0-60, who hell need to pay 3 times more for a 200hp sub 3 seconds bike?, not mention about mainteance cost and easy to driving---

[@bill11ringsrussell66]

Tony yes ur right all that money just to go 1 second faster like if u race ok it’s important but just for the streets u won’t even feel the difference between 1 second lol

[@Tonyx.yt.]

@@bill11ringsrussell66 once uppon a time a wise man said: is more fun driving fast a slow vehicle than driving slow a fast one

[@PhilipMarroni]

@@bill11ringsrussell66 I agree that no one needs more power than that. Bu you will definitely feel the difference in power between a 4 second and a three second bike.

[@pavmentsurfer13]

This was a really great video. I watch alot of motorcycle test and comparo videos and the truth is, most of them suck. They give almost not REAL world information and rarely give a difinitive answer. Also, the reviewers are rarely super likeable. Finally, I'm so sick of seeing bikes designed only for street use, tested on the track and having their ratings affected by how they perform on a track. Most buyers of these types of bikes will never take them to a track. You guys did a GREAT job. You seem like cool guys who'd be fun to hang out with, you ride the way I do, you tested the bikes in the environment they were designed for and you gave real, honest opinions about them without holding anything back. Subscribed for sure.

[@MotorcyclistMag]

Thanks for joining us, Luke, and fair points that you make. We'll do our best to keep it up!

[@AE86ofMtAkina]

You'd be surprised by the amount of FZ's and SV's at a track. They're pretty popular track bikes. Your point still stands though.

[@vwgti303]

Luke Lester for sure. In its heyday the SV had a whole race series based on it!

[@justmyself1000]

Good post, Luke! I agree with Everything you post! But....one thing I would like to see is dragging the bikes against each other 0 - 100. They each can trade and do this test. It shows me how the acceleration curve, rpm and gearing matches the engine and if there are any flat spots.

[@benjytexas]

@@vwgti303 many clubs still have the under 700cc twin classes. SV's and the new Yammi FZ07 can race in them

[@drewfasa]

Hey, thanks for this. These are the two bikes I was trying to decide between and after watching the video I decided to go for the SV650. I'm a bigger guy and I prefer the more "grow up" styling of the Suzuki. I bought it as my first bike and am super happy with it. Cheers!

[@ADXJgaming]

how tall are you if i may ask?

[@Winterstick549]

And the SV has firmer suspension.

[@matthewkurtz5129]

I hope you enjoy, and I think you made a great choice! I'm on my 4th bike now, and loved my '02 SV.

[@thatstheguy07]

Andrew Johnston I know it’s three years later but I’m curious how tall you are too lol. And how that bike worked out for you. I’m about 6’4 210 and having a hell of a time deciding on which bike out of a short list I have. I’d love to hear an update.

[@Like_Whut]

@@thatstheguy07 i'm 6,2" and bought the SV650X after test driving a normal SV650 and it's easily driveable and your legs are in a comfortable position. I rode an MT-07 on my driving lessons and i felt cramped on it, my knee hit the wide angle on the tank, so i couldn't comfortably sit all the way to the front of the saddle, thus having less grip while riding. Also the sound of the SV650 stock is waaaaaaaaaaaaaaaay better. The MT-07 sounds like a scooter, you need to invest in a good exhaust system.

[@typhoonsd9720]

Riding together had me rolling, that was something special. The greatest way to test a bike ever. So funny, thank you for that. Hop on the back bro lets test her out :)

[@mindspinn311]

I owned a 2015 FZ-07, and I now own a 2020 SV650. There’s definitely pros and cons for either one, but the SV650 shows that 20 years of experience. I haven’t ridden the slightly updated MT-07, but it’s due for a full update for 2021 and I’m curious to see if Yamaha fixes the suspension and brakes. The SV650 engine is a gem, but there’s something about the Yamaha CP2 that feels more special. The low-mid torque is definitely stronger and it’s a bit smoother with its power delivery. And it sounds badass uncorked while the SV sounds better stock. Can’t lose either way.

[@QuickRipzz]

Wondering if your thoughts have changed much since this comment??

[@mindspinn311]

@@QuickRipzz I don’t own the SV650 anymore and I would buy an MT-07 before buying another SV, but I do miss it some days. I think they both sound amazing with a proper exhaust, but I’m fine with quieter/stock silencers. More likely I would now buy a V-Strom 650 so I do still like that engine.

[@RofLmaonnaise]

@@mindspinn311 Can you elaborate on why you would buy an MT-07 before an SV again?

[@austinschwartz2684]

This is the hardest decision of my life.

[@samzginga4513]

Today I'm in the same situation..What did u buy finally

[@VelcroSnake93]

Also sort of in the same situation (although not looking to immediately replace my Ninja 650). I used to have a '99 SV650 (loved it, but eventually traded it in because I could get some electrical issues fixed), so that gives me the want to have the SV650 again, but with the improvements that have been made to the 2018+ MT-07 (they changed it from the FZ-07 name) the MT-07 might just be the better all around bike, since they fixed some of the issues mentioned in this video (like the suspension), made it look more aggressive, and I like how they changed the headlight and moved the blinkers to the side.. When I do end up selling my Ninja and getting one of these two, it's not going to be easy. For instance, I'm not wild on the weird flyscreen thing above the light on the SV (really like the replacement they have for it on the Scrambler version of the SV they made in France, but I don't think that's available as a bolt on for sale), but I am also not sure I like how the 'tank' on the MT-07 is actually just a plastic cover that goes over the real tank, which you only see if you take it apart.

[@samzginga4513]

@@VelcroSnake93 it will be my first bike..I love the Suzuki but Yamaha have a nicer look..hard decision to take

[@westi10001]

@@samzginga4513 I went for the Yamaha 3 years ago, and i am still really happy with it. Did you already choose?

[@samzginga4513]

@@westi10001 i finally bought last week a new SV 650 With ABS grey and red Very nice bick. But as it's my first bike ever and didn't drive the Yamaha so I'm unable to compare them.It was my feeling who decided for me 😁

[@Peeohtrek]

YES!!! YOU GUYS RULE! I get excited every time you guys post a video...

[@InvictvsNox]

Me too.

[@electric2102]

I Liked the video as soon as it started.. ALWAYS excellent videos!!

[@UhuruFrontier]

Are you try to say you get VERY excited when you see these guys? Hmmm.

[@Peeohtrek]

+1AmericanInAsia when they post. Lol.

[@DearMajesty]

Me three! Such thorough reviews. It really makes me happy :)

[@artyburn]

Absolutely love my FZ-07, and with the Akrapovic Carbon exhaust, the engine has INSANE character. That said, I've always been a fan of the SV650, and anyone would be really happy with either bike.

[@edwinsokukawa2566]

I added the same exhaust and it changed the game.

[@ianbarnett1531]

I love the gladius had one for 10 yrs believe it or not it has grown on me I am now 71 yrs young and this is the best bike I've ever owned ps. Love your channel

[@jt1738x]

Ian Barnett please tell me your now 72 rippin wheelies

[@greenambles]

This popped up in my YT feed...I know it’s important to switch things up, set new goals etc and you both had a few things to get through but you really were a great, fun and respected combo with this series...I’m 2 weeks away from passing my full test here in the UK (exhaustive and expensive), learning on an SV (love it) after 3 years (ok, 33 years...) procrastination...So many bikes but have settled on Triumph looking at the Street Twin for urban (a 2016 I’ll mod) and a 2007 ST1050 for holidays... I know we can’t roll the clock back but please get back in the saddle making quality content as above..

[@brandonbandstra226]

Great editing and your chemistry is off the charts together. Very much enjoyed watching and you guys aren't annoying at all. Glad you two are making this channel better every video

[@SirSpinalColumn]

they''ve been best buddies since childhood.

[@Green-Mountainboy]

Love my SV650. Yeah it has soft suspension and maybe not the best brakes out there (i can still lift the rear tire in a emergency stop) but most the people i ride with still cant keep up with me on the mountain roads, And thats on a 16 year old bike with little over 74k miles. I have owned quite a few bikes, CBR, a couple GSXR, Katana a couple dual purpose bikes but there's something about the SV that just makes it really fun to ride.

[@twitchyflash333]

I absolutely love my Sv. I have replaced the mirrors to some bar end ones which look nicer to me. I also plan to use a tail conversion kit to remove the "Bikini" on the back of the bike. There is already a absolutely lovely spike that comes to a point at the tail of the bike and shouldn't have been covered with the mud flap. Overall I love riding this bike, and it sounds like a beast, love that Vtwin sounds.

[@bmose14]

This was one of the best side-by-side compares I've seen. I was looking back and forth between these two bikes and this helped a lot, thanks!

[@joshpeterson1999]

The V-twin alone sells me on SVs. I love my 1st gen!

[@commonsense7057]

I had a 2004 SV650s years ago. Ive had many bikes since then including 1000's. But that bike holds a special place in my heart. It was a great bike.

[@DJMotoVlogs]

Great video guys, great chemistry between the hosts. I would personally go with whichever bike you can get a deal on from a dealer.

[@MrGoselin]

Really glad to see you 2 on KZbin again. I love everyone of your videos. Best motorcycle journalists out there!

[@Sebastopolmark]

Well - the SV650 it is. Thanks for the review.

[@banban60000]

@Scott Riverwood i did

[@nickolasgaspar9660]

this bike looks really old and tired.

[@saitamathehero7028]

Got the 2021 SV650 and absolutely no regrets! The power band is awesome, power’s available all through 6th gear. The MT-07 plateaus early while the SV still pulls all the way to the end.The looks? I dunno but the SV is like magic, it looks exponentially better with a rider on it.

[@Finterifyell]

I went for the fz07 and fell in love with it. I think i will never sell it. With some modifications you can make it just like you want it (a lot of choice in products). The only thing i dislike is the small gas tank.

[@johnnychambers3312]

I have owned both bikes at same time rode both for different reasons but sold fz 07 to a friend he loves it still have the sv 650 enjoy the hell out of it both great bikes

[@rockafella1690]

Great video guys. Thanks for uploading. Having rode both bikes objectively I preferred the SV mainly due to the V-twin and was totally underwhelmed by the MT07. But that was when it was launched in 2014 and my expectations were probably too high after all the reviews at the time. Perhaps I need to ride it again.

[@GeoffBushnell-pg9ms]

I am a 71 yr old Sv 650 rider and I love it ,super grunty engine plenty of low torque ,keeps up with my mates bigger bikes no problem and a real good looking bike.

[@JoeGo101]

that updated sv650 has been a long time coming lol ..... I think they did a good job...... Now I wonder what it will sound like with an after market exhaust :D..... because the old version sounded bad ass :D

[@TheSlayrnumber1]

Hi joego101 saw you had to saw hi!

[@dilsher12]

Fz07 sounds pretty good too with an exhaust with the crossplane crank

[@theunknown4772]

JoeGo !

[@luuk341]

it sounds exactly the same as the old bikes because the engine is still 99 percent the same! :) The badass sound that my original 1st Gen has can be found in the new one too!

[@tristar3005]

Both these bikes sound awesome with aftermarket exhaust, like they said in the video you can't really go wrong with either. Personally I'm rocking the SC Project system on my FZ07 and frequently get comments on how mean it sounds

[@tedsarmiento]

Great audio quality while riding! Others need to take note. Good review format also, keep it up!

[@michaeljames3252]

Been researching between these two bikes for months. I love them both. I solely went with the SV650 for ABS as of now. When the FZ-07 comes out with ABS on different color models, and they become more readily available and cheaper-- I may buy one, or just go straight to a Street Triple. I honestly don't think you could go wrong with either bike-- they are both great bikes!

[@gronkgrunk]

Even though i'm not getting either of these bikes, but i thoroughly enjoyed the video. Great job guys!

[@jamescortez2551]

awwwee mannn. I miss my sv650. what a sweet heart of a bike...not that fast, suspension wasn't that great and the brakes were ok.. but she was so much fun to zip around on. And reliable...that's a big one for me..bought used and owned for 5 years..not one issue.

[@JohnSandovalesq]

Sorry this is a late comment, but the goat cameo and "riding together" made me crack up. More bike vids should be like this, entertaining and informative at the same time. Great job!

[@charlieraffaniello4867]

I assume a lot of people are here to compare the bikes and that some are interested in buying one (although I watch plenty of vids about bikes I'm not interested in). So for those who are interested in the SV, here's a few things I have to say after 10,000 miles on the 2017 with ABS. First of all, it's a great bike, very peppy with the V twin. It handles great and you and really lean the hell out of it. I have some aftermarket luggage because I want to tour on it. As a touring bike, not amazing. The seat really sucks after like 3 hours. And having your knees up as high as they are starts to hurt too. All that said, I'm probably the only moron who wants to tour with it. As a city bike its great. Around NYC, I've had no problems with it. Engine is manageable at low speeds and it's easy to lanesplit as a result. But it also has enough get up and go to get the hell out of the way of something. Stops pretty well too. Only engaged the ABS once or twice and only on the back wheel. Passengers don't really like the back seat but I took someone to Philly on it and they managed. Maintainence is easy. Have done the oil a few times, radiator fluid (even though I probably didn't need to) and chain slack. TL;DR: Everything is cool except the seat. Edit years after posting this. Currently at 30k miles. I don't tour on it much anymore. Did ride it east coast to the four corners to Yellowstone and back tho.. I caught the track bug. Love it on the track but you will need rearsets. Looking into suspension, clip ons, and full exhaust too.

[@brothermanv]

Thanks for sharing 👍🏾

[@dbreardon]

Someone posted in another SV video thread that for touring, they wear bike pants (bicycle underwear) which has some built in padding for your ass :) I'd never thought about it but it's actually a pretty good idea!

[@JudoAndrew]

I have a 2018 SV650 and after a month of riding I couldn’t handle the seat anymore. I upgraded to the Holeshot Corbin seat for the bike and I’m soooo much happier. No more sore butt.

[@dikydiky7252]

They have to cut some costs as matter for priority or the right word is quality. Just check out sv650x for more riding experience.

[@mashhadedibam9822]

can you guys add in a video comparing the new z650 from Kawasaki with these bikes?

[@beingsolo80]

SV650 owner here. Much cheaper to maintain, better fuel economy, and its been around for over 2 decades now. Mt07 is great for urban 10-min rides, but the Suzuki is a better all round machine!

[@Nostrildomus]

Been back several times now . For this . . . think I'm gonna buy one . Keep um coming

[@benwilde4337]

I actually agree - a great review, I'm looking for a second city based bike and I'm pitching towards the SV650 (honestly, based on preference for its looks over the FZ-07). Nice work!

[@AllegedlySpiffy]

It's close -- I would take the FZ-07 for looks.

[@Sinehmatic]

And sound

[@brandonelliott7399]

Man straight piped holy shit theres not alot that beats the sound.

[@filiplaskovski9993]

Sinehmatic yeah man I’ve got an 07 and I love the way it sounds mini v8 😈😈 crossplane for ya

[@Red5]

I have to say the SV650's exhaust is hideous. Maybe i'm a little bias because I ride an FZ-07?

[@drunkinmaster1]

Place an aftermarket muffler on them and they sound amazing. Either bikes stock exhaust sounds bland

[@Red5]

I agree. The stock FZ-07 exhaust makes the bike sound like a sewing machine. I have a Yoshimura full system on mine :D

[@DearMajesty]

I agree. Stock FZ-07 exhaust looks better, but then the FZ-07 looks kind of ugly overall. The tail looks great, but the front is bleh. SV650 looks better all around imo

[@drunkinmaster1]

Id personally be happy with either bike. My only gripe are those front turn signals on the fz-07. They look so cheap and floppy when you hit bumps. Easily remedied though just like the exhaust.

[@Red5]

+drunkinmaster1 as with the rear fenders. Rear fender eliminator is a must for both bikes

[@monachusTV1]

Just got my new SV650 in white. Lovely bike and such a sweet price tag! Great video guys! Love from Athens, Greece.

[@EthanMartinox]

Still rocking my SV650s k1. Lovely bike!

[@stormbytes]

what a terrific review. I wish all bike reviews were this well presented.

[@Siper2]

Youuuuuu jerks. I'm sitting here, nibbling on snacks, and all of a sudden...........a screaming goat! Yeah, that was absolutely HILARIOUS, and I nearly spit food all over my monitor. Still cracking up! :-D Nice bikes, too. Y'know, had to get that part in there. :-D

[@absyt11]

Oh how the memes have changed...

[@Smaug1]

I'd have (another) SV650. My first bike was an '00, complete with its flat spot in the carburation. I put a small windshield on it, a big tail bag, a big tank bag and did tens of thousands of miles' worth of touring on it. After that, I went to bigger bikes, but they weren't any more fun. The only bike I've had so far that was as fun as this was the old '94 Ninja 250.

[@Maige2900]

In Australia this fz-07/mt-07 has clear better looking blinkers, and we have abs models

[@2004hondacrf250r]

Wow, a motorcycle video review that was actually worth watching. I've been partial to my SV650/DL650 that I've owned and have steered several friends to buying their first used SV because they are solid and affordable bikes. I wouldn't mind trying the new FZ07 now...

[@tipturkey1283]

the old fz6 fazer was the king with its little 100hp block, such a fun bike to ride despite its tight throttle

[@BMRTV]

As I've written in before, you guys rock and your creativity, passion and contributions mean that your YT show and printed mag is going to be hard to beat for a very long time.

[@ledzep4585]

1:11 to 1:14 pretty much sums up the FZ/Mt-07's 😂

[@MrOrtizm74]

Great video guys. Been waiting on this comparison for a while.

[@Winterstick549]

I'm 6'2", 225 lbs. SV650 for me. My nephew is 5'10", 165 lbs and prefers the Yamaha.

[@matthewkurtz5129]

Great video guys. I had an '02 SV and loved the thing, sold it to my Dad who also loved it. We we're both flabbergasted by the "Glaudius".

[@BloodPanther06]

“You can’t just ride them around all willy-nilly..... you have to ride them scientifically, professionally, and of course, responsibly.” Immediate hoonigan burnout....

[@l33tster]

Amazing episode! Bloody amazing work. I've been looking forward to a review like this for ages and you guys knocked it out of the park.

[@GB-fo2ce]

I have a 2019 SV650ABS and love it. It is nimble but also feels planted in turns. The other day I was accelerating relatively hard from around 55 mph and I noticed the bike fishtailing left and right several times. At first it seemed like a tank slapper, something I had never experienced before. However, it turned out to be some kind of oil slick on the road causing the rear wheel to lose traction. I later saw the culprit, a vintage Ferrari spraying, not dripping, some fuel/oil/water mixture from the exhaust. I am not a racer and had never experienced anything like it. I do remember not cutting the throttle abruptly and let the bike move. Remarkably, it straightened itself out, and I did not have to put my Tech-Air 5 vest to the test. I think that the bike’s stability was aided by its overall well sorted chassis and geometry. I am left terrified but also have gained some confidence in the rider friendliness of the SV650. I’ll keep riding and will pay even more attention to road conditions. I thought I’ll share this with the hope that someone may also learn from it and also consider the SV650 as a super fun bike that handles well even in tricky situations. I’ll post this on other sites as well and am curious what people think.

[@MeIrakli]

How has your experience been since that?

[@GB-fo2ce]

Still super happy with it. Rock solid reliability and as much fun as on the first day. I should add that the out the door price was a lot lower than the FZ-07 would have been at my dealer. Can’t go wrong with it.

[@vono4412]

You're a real track rider if you've owned at least one SV650 in your lifetime. The best investment. So glad it's back. Awesome video.

[@elgar6743]

The Suzuki is the 'keeper' while the Yammie emits more of a 'disposable' vibe. Both are very high value, FUN, real world street bikes. Nice.

[@bossHogOG]

Makes no sense. “Disposable” yet people tend to hold onto them or regret selling them.

[@elgar6743]

@@bossHogOG Here, I'll make it, 'make sense' for you.... Predominately 'metal' construction = Suzuki SV650 = 'keeper' vibes (high build quality) Lots of 'plastic' in its construction = Yamaha FZ-07 = 'disposable' vibes (not so high build quality) Context is a thing, friend. I trust that my clarification, now, makes sense to you. Peace.

[@robcourtney1997]

There's been so many comparison vids with these two and ultimately it does come down to taste in style. So close in every field

[@magstheonlyone]

Ari and Zack are like the top gear of bikes. I only enjoy the reviews with you two.

[@bsudun3050]

I don't know why people are hating on the gladius. if you get a different license plate holder and exhaust the bike looks awesome. The headlight looks better than lots of other motorcycles and the overall design is very nice.

[@Cristopher-S.G]

Cool review but the Gladius wasn't ugly, a lot of people liked the design including me, it's very subjetive to say that a bike is ugly

[@Osprey1994]

The headlight was wierd looking the way it protruded.

[@acclemente5465]

totally agree. another polarizing bike, as far as looks, is an HP4. i like it. some dont. so be it.

[@Tiffers963Hz]

I agree. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder and all that. Wouldn't it be lame if we all liked the same looking bike?

[@HalfdeadRider]

I think they look quite nice in dark colours.

[@stinkycheese804]

I always thought the SV650 looked fugly and cheap, especially back when the frame was silver, but really if pretty modern looking is all that matters, just save a few bucks and get a slightly used Ninja 650. There's nothing about these 2017 models that breaks new ground so no need to pay the new premium for them unless you just want new. Might be different if we weren't talking about budget bikes but we are.

[@daniel1997gsx]

Ohhhh my damn! I finally found you guys!!! I remember watching this show when it was on motortrend but lost track of it when you left. Its been years but im glad you guys are still doing this!

[@sn0dig]

SV650 looks so much better than the FZ07 in my opinion

[@ebuff57]

I think the opposite

[@jikku.]

I think suzuki shines

[@ЯдамвамПарабеллум-н7ю]

лучше только sv1000

[@jaromor8808]

just in those two years its looks aged af, meh

[@huziimoto]

Swing arm on the SV is pewch though.

[@kotoko556]

first video that I watch, after the first 25 secs to 1 in i had made my decision to subscribe, beautiful way to put information out there, keep it up guys !!!

[@Pedozzi]

absolutely in love with the sv650

[@nukezat]

Re watching this after a long time, these guys will be missed from the channel. Hope their new gig produces fun videos like this.

[@goldpilgrim]

You didn't mention the GEARBOXES! At all. What's going on guys? I don't find loud and clunky gearboxes enjoyable. Can you please tell me which bike has a smoother and quieter gearbox? Thanks.

[@goldpilgrim]

My last bike was a 2000 SV650 I sold it at 40K miles. The gearbox was very clunky on a downshift when the oil is hot. Less so with thicker oils. I used Mobile 15W50 synthetic. I tried not to downshift; I would coast to the stop in 6th and then find the neutral within the last foot of motion. The upshifts were perfect and almost no clunk into first. I know SV has an oil cooler now. Did it improve the shifting?

[@goldpilgrim]

2005 is a second gen SV with a different shifting mechanism plus an oil cooler! MC news gave that transmission an extra point (4.5). Gladius scored all 5 points. I wanted a Gladius bus it couldn't have a center stand. BTW, there is center stand for FZ07 from motech. You shoul've mentioned that too. I think I'll wait for the center stand and buy the SV. Each time I go coast to coast, I have to replace either a tire or a chain by myself. Your review is for people who "just ride"

[@fionabearbear6557]

+Ari Henning I ride a 2015 FZ07 with 2901 miles. My gearbox when shifting up clacks super loud and there is nothing wrong with it as far as I know. My 2005 DRZ400 would do the same thing.

[@MrGimmethreesteps]

+goldpilgrim you ride coast to coast on an sv650? that does not sound comfortable at all.

[@goldpilgrim]

I Use an AirHawk cushion. But most comfort comes from Not spending money on motels. The bike is light and you can camp in the woods. Knowing your bike, maintaining it and feeling in control gives you a sense of independence (and comfort)

[@markwalsh4mtr]

Just discovered this channel and i have to say you guys do a great job. Good production values, concise, informed and fair. Well done. Subscribed.

[@bxl1121]

My 2004 SV650 looks much sharper. I just don't like the new one. Maybe I love my bike to much :)))

[@the.communist]

Geo Rider agreed

[@TheTomco11]

The new sv is basically a gladius, suzuki are just trying to leach off the sv's success

[@Winterstick549]

Not as sharp as yours, but much sharper than the Gladius.

[@hmmthinking4208]

great production guys. you can tell you have a lot of fun making these. subbed

[@Tutoelectro1]

sv650 faired? When?

[@matthewkurtz5129]

I think the smooth side ones prior the the SFV remake had them.

[@oso1165]

all the previous versions had a faired model

[@matthewkurtz5129]

Yeah, most the old SVs were faired! They had half fairings, full and full with clip ons. And the big version of this engine, the TL was a full faired sportbike.

[@cmj20002]

They used to make the SV650 and the SV650S that was fully faired.

[@mhohisel]

Was called the SV650S I owned a blue 2005, loved that bike, miss it still!

[@Rav3nclaw43]

Ive been researching the hell out of what i want as a first bike. Rode dirtbikes as a teen. But it has been nearly a decade since then. From what i have gathered my 6'2" 220lb frame wont fit well on a mt07 and i think a sv650 eill be the better choice. I wont know for sure until i get a test ride though

[@diobrando9324]

As a 6'3" guy itd be clutch if you shared your general experience sitting on these bikes

[@mmdirtyworkz]

You guys don't know that wheelies on SV650 tend to starve the front cylinder of oil, hence shortening its life?

[@exothermal.sprocket]

Was a problem with the pre-2004 models, less problematic later for short times, and no one knows what the revised 645 engine is like today. I'd like to know myself.

[@mmdirtyworkz]

Lifted_Above Yeah I found that as well, only carb models suffered from that. Anyway I wouldn't do that to my SV (planning to buy 2017 one), wheelies are not my idea of fun :)

[@exothermal.sprocket]

mmdirtyworkz Yeah, until some folks starve their motor, I'd not try to find out for myself. Haha

[@mmdirtyworkz]

Lifted_Above hahaha exactly :D

[@SweezyGKP]

mmdirtyworkz I've heard they fix that

[@volkoff6357]

Excellent video and the bloopers were hilarious. You earned a subscriber!

[@John-yg2rt]

Sv650 all damn day. Can't wait until I'm crackin the throttle open on one next summer

[@SupramanTRD]

What's really weirding me out, is put a custom exhaust on either one, and they sound the same. Yet one is a v twin, the other a parallel twin. Because Yamaha used a crossplane crank on a 2 cylinder engine.

[@toddbehnke8713]

SV650 or FZ-07? Hmmmmm, I choose the XSR700

[@misterj6789]

The SV650X is the direct rival for the XSR and it sucks cause both are rare in my area so dealers are charging extra fees over the FZ and the standard SV.

[@nyxsyn]

Great video guys. I had a 2002 SV and I have to say that it wasn't the most powerful bike but it was by far the most fun and versatile I had owned at that time. I'm glad they brought it back but I've been looking into the FZ-07 and visually, I find it more appealing. I've always had a soft spot for the sound of twins. I think this video has really helped in the decision to make it my next bike.

[@jhug111]

Subscribed for the 2 up joke!

[@MotorcyclistMag]

Right on, thanks for watching/subscribing!

[@Osprey1994]

Gizmag did it a good bit back.

[@dinonoce]

What a job you guys have....so jelly! I always enjoy your videos...keep up the good work!

[@pasolesoup7430]

I don't understand why people hate the gladius

[@jakek73]

yeah exactly i own one all black it looks agressive as

[@vincentledesma6198]

I ride a Gladius 😕 seems like everything they said about the SV650, though, styling aside, also applies to old Gladdy. (power, handling, etc.)

[@MrRadialdrift]

The engine is awful, the suspension is bad, the brakes just barley work and the ergonomics are all wrong. It is a rough ride, with cheap hardware.

[@jakek73]

the engine is great no clue what you are on about i understand it may be a rough ride due to no fairings and a crap seat but suck it up princess its a bike not a comfy cage

[@MrRadialdrift]

v Prime If you love it then great, but its not a well built or designed bike, and nothing to do with being a princess. Suzuki have zero inspiration when it comes to making bikes with character, feel or a mild bit of comfort. I ride a nuda 900, and it kills a gladius in every way and cost about the same.

[@penitenttangent8016]

You two are AWESOME together! Gah I wish I could go on a ride with you two goofing off all day lol, great vid as always

[@deeehuuund]

You should test the new 2016 690 Duke R against the MT-07. This would be interesting! :)) Love your vids!

[@andyandreson3989]

Once again a fantastic review by this site. Keep up the great work!

[@oso1165]

would you pick the cb650f over these two?

[@sotarules]

Ari, you guys make great videos, I love the production. Everything is so clear, the audio is perfect. Good meeting you in Monterey on Sunday at the Fish House.

[@envlog0110]

❤❤❤❤ SV 650

[@Driftuner]

Judging by what you guys said and the looks, the SV seems to be just the bike for me out of both...love its looks, modern but somewhat classic aswell, very nice color schemes too, well done Suzi

[@InvictvsNox]

The Suzuki definitely loses in the looks department, but there's something really cool about 90 degree twins to me.

[@jmfreestuff73]

My dad had a half faired gen2 sv650s. For me that is the best looking sv650. Man I loved that bike! Hopefully get an sv somepoint in my motorcycling life.

[@pinv0]

7000$! all i got enough for is a Craig list 99 Vstar..

[@redgringrumboldt8983]

micahel schmidt But you'll be on 2 wheels regardless!

[@SailingSpacebikePhilosopher]

I am geting sv650 soon.Can not wait

[@wkdravenna]

Suzuki and Yamaha great companies. But I do love the Yamaha.

[@KamieNJim]

Good review and entertaining to boot. Well put together video and I like the on-bike reviews. Maybe throw a Scrambler in there as a part 2? Would love to hear about what you would add for modifications and/or farkles to make each bike better. Basically, take the back pages of Motorcyclist long term bikes and make video reviews of personal ownership and mods/farkles. Keep up the good work. Been a subscriber for 20+ years as well as all things digital Motorcyclist.

[@4theriders]

haha! that was great. i love listening to you guys yammer about bikes. great video! thanks guys, and spenser! :D

[@4theriders]

ps - the most fun i've EVER had at thunderhill was on an SV650...granted, it was an 85hp superbike with gsxr boingers... BUT....that bike had character. i've not ridden the fz07 in stock form yet.

[@kevinbrislawn5918]

hi guys..love your show and great commentary..I've been actually been considering these exact two bikes..now I need to get my cycle licence and buy one..I'm 66 btw!

[@ericjudd9603]

Got me a 2020 sv🤙

[@steverayward]

The shot of you riding and presenting is dope!

[@dsofe4879]

seriously, suzuki needs to do something about their design department. Almost everything they put out looks about 10 years out of date.

[@exexpat11]

Or just plain ugly. Going to a round headlight was an improvement for this "modern bike".

[@rickclines2909]

I've got 2.5 years and 18k miles on my FZ07. 0 issues. Only time It's been down was when I had a flat tire. I've ride it in 110 degree weather and 10 degree weather. It just works, and keeps on working. I'm 6'2"@230lbs.