Suzuki SV650 Review - 1 Year of owning

[@YogiMoto108]

Thanks for this video, very enjoyable. I got a 2024 model at the beginning of March and so far have been really impressed with it. I came to the SV from a 2023 GSX1000S, awesome bike, and still own a GSXR750 and I can honestly say that the SV has greatly exceeded my expectations. I can see me keeping the SV for a long time. I agree to it being a very good beginner bike but also highly rewarding for more experienced riders, I’ve been riding on the road for over 30 years, have owned dozens of bikes and in my humble opinion the SV is one of the best overall real world bikes I’ve ever ridden. Ride safe.

[@thelimeyrider]

Thanks for watching! They are really good all round bikes, I've ridden a few more bikes since making this video, but I still always gravitate back to the sv650, it's just a great, fun bike!

[@SludgedB]

Why did you stop riding the gsxs1000? Seems superior on the spec sheet in every way?

[@YogiMoto108]

@@SludgedB because I still have, and really like my GSXR750, and the 1000 is too similar a machine. I wanted a bike that was more suited to commuting and just enjoying road riding. The 1000 is an amazing bike but on the roads around where I live I seriously doubt that I could get from A to B any faster on the 1000 than I can on the SV, add in that combined running expenses are far lower on the SV as well.

[@RevBombUK]

Happy new year buddy, great review These bikes are so reliable and the engine is rock solid Be well and ride safe!

[@thelimeyrider]

Happy new year mate,they are a great bit of kit! Cheers dude 🤙

[@BlakesPipes]

happy new years and i will return to life again this year.

[@thelimeyrider]

Happy new year dude!

[@BlakesPipes]

happy new year brother, hard to know when to release a vid. released my christmas video and have three more for the next two weeks. will see where it lands

[@thelimeyrider]

Happy new year matey! Yea it is a gamble! I've recently changed mine from Friday to Sundays because youtube analytics shows its users are more active, so just went with it

[@TheRhythmicBiker]

A little bit dirty? Get cleaning lad😉 Always been a fan of the SV650, I do prefer the older second generation to the current look but the bike itself is still an exceptional performer. Perfect for commuting or a weekend jolly 😎 I'm very jealous of your fuel economy😄 Not a bad 0-60 time by any stretch of the imagination. I think these bikes are perfect many for those who have just gotten on the A2 license or just fancy a reliable solid midweight naked bike. I'm glad to see you get on with the bike so well, and that you would recommend it to newer riders. Great review fella, very well spoken. Happy New Year mate.

[@thelimeyrider]

Hahaha, yea she's a dirty gal! I do really think it's a great bike to jump straight on, its just the right balance of everything you need first starting. New helmet made the wind a little bit of an obstacle, although I think I've found a work around for the next video! Cheers for watching, happy new year matey!

[@drawwithdan5821]

Nice review. Recently got my full license and considering one of these as a first bike. On my lessons i rode a 99 Fazer and a 09 CBF600 and since had a go of a 2004 SV650 and it felt lighter certwinly than the Honda. Loved the grunty nature and character of the engine. It looks like the current SV is around 25kg ish heavier than the old ones though.

[@thelimeyrider]

They're gleaming bikes to start off on, I don't think I'd ever get rid of mine 😁

[@TheSteveSteele]

@@thelimeyriderI have a 2003 SV1000s that I’ll never sell. The engine is sublime.

[@thelimeyrider]

@@TheSteveSteele they're solid! A little jealous you have the 1000 😅

[@tomrandom7091]

I had same SV650 with red and white, best color ever.

[@thelimeyrider]

It was the colour that really sealed the deal for me, I was sold the moment i saw it - such a nice colour scheme!

[@UKSupreme]

Happy new year bro, enjoy the Iron Bull 👍

[@thelimeyrider]

Cheers mate! Happy new year to you too!

[@davecardy3984]

Please keep you hands on the handlebars it’s not cool more control if the unexpected happens 👍

[@thelimeyrider]

@@davecardy3984 habbit of being too animated while talking, completely agree with your point though!

[@NHB_Jamie_Anderson]

Happy new year, will say your old helmet was better for the wind noise

[@thelimeyrider]

Yea, I agree, I noticed that when editing. I'll reposition the mic in the next vid to try and sort that out. Happy new year mate

[@thepeakybiker]

Nice review mukka

[@thelimeyrider]

Cheers dude, Happy new year mate!

[@NicTheRip]

Can't wait!!

[@thelimeyrider]

Thanks bro! I've tried making this video 3 times now, first 2 times I managed to stop recording mid way through - 3rd times a charm 🤣 Side note- are you going IB for new years?

[@NicTheRip]

@@thelimeyrider no way haha thats so frustrating! I would of given up hahaha, looking forward to seeing it! I wont be there for the new years party but will be in here and there. If something changes ill pop in too see whats happening! :)

[@thelimeyrider]

@NicTheRip I think I'm heading down at around 1800 when jess heads in for work, will be there all night, will try catch you if I see you pop in

[@NicTheRip]

@@thelimeyrider hell yeah man!

[@NicTheRip]

@@thelimeyrider also! Congrats on the 300 subs!!

[@BlakesPipes]

watching you scoot around the parking lot, i hate you as i have gained 45 pounds since injury and not happy. drinking has been the only release from back injury and relief from pain for the last year. sad, medical does not pay for the drink. and narcotics are not my relief. i hope to see you loosing the pounds and returning in 2024 this year. thank you for encouragement.

[@thelimeyrider]

The holiday period is never gold for my waist line 😂 I'll get back to training at work and getting healthy again soon. Wishing you a swift recovery mate, can't imagine not being able to ride 😭

[@jayemcmac6815]

What year Model is that ? Is it Fuel Injected or Carbie ?

[@thelimeyrider]

Hey, thanks for watching! This one is the 2021 third generation ABS model. Its Fuel injected

[@jayemcmac6815]

I had 2....both 2000 model SV.'s. GREAT bike. I'm keen to check out that 2021 model. Love the Ducati style frame.

[@thelimeyrider]

@jayemcmac6815 it's a great bike, I'm looking at getting something bigger in a couple of months for track days etc, but will be keeping the SV as my daily use bike, I love it!