Suzuki SV650S brief review. 2005 model

[@neighbourhoodmusician]

That is one of nicest looking SV650s I've seen. Fully faired with the black really suits it.

[@D4rk34g7e]

guys if we are honest, this bike is all the bike youll ever need. all above it is an extra. i am so glad to have this as my first bike. Dont know why you dont like the looks, I LOVE it, the naked frame looks like an exosceletton.

[@seanyboy1666]

I brought an SV off Russ a couple of weeks ago after passing the tests using his school. The bike is great, I'm absolutely in love with it, and I would recommend anyone to use his school and do business with him. Cheers Russ.

[@glenshea1967]

Where is Russ's riding school

[@RoadcraftNottingham]

Roadcraft, 431a Beechdale Road, Nottingham. Ng83lf. Www.roadcraftnottingham.co.uk

[@glenshea1967]

​@@RoadcraftNottinghamthank you.

[@114wildfire]

That single seat conversion looks sweet

[@HalfdeadRider]

This is by far the best SV650S I have ever seen, love what they have done to it too. Would not lower it myself though, these are low enough for most at stock hight.

[@Harmonyww]

I've literally just been for my first ride on my black 2005 SV650S. I got my licence a month ago (restricted) and so my SV is restricted, but I absolutely love it. It's good to hear your thoughts on the bike.

[@RoadcraftNottingham]

So pleased you like the bike buddy. Thanks for the feedback.

[@bigbootsmm]

I have just bought a K8 and i like some of the mods given me a few ideas, love the bike

[@JohnnyDomino46]

I've got the old curvy carburated SV650S and she's an absolute pleasure to ride. The difference between her and the FI model is massive. Like you say, the new ones are far smoother and calmer but I prefer the unpredictable nature of mine :P It's taught me to be very smooth with the throttle and the gears. Even with 33bhp, I can keep up with a lot of guys on my roads in South Devon.

[@arabianjules]

this i hope will be my first bike when i pass my test, this looks gorgeous!

[@maybery2009]

Absurd speed limits for a good dual carriageway. I trust you treated them with the contempt they deserve.

[@glenshea1967]

what speed was the road? You say it's obsurd.

[@bxl1121]

wow your SV looks fantastic!

[@RoadcraftNottingham]

Thanks. They're a great, smooth all-rounder if you like the racy riding position. You can also get a top yolk and high handlebar for them, one of my customers has done the conversion, looks great.

[@spenspuma]

The SV 650 is going to be my first big bike (if I pass my mod2 next week that is) I gather they are easy to restrict and take well to it. Nice in the black.

[@michaelharvey4352]

I live extremely close too you, was very shocked to see a clog that uses the same roads I do haha I have also just brought an sv 650s this video helped my decision :)

[@spiceytaco95]

such a beautiful bike

[@smithbrandy400]

nery nice SV, one of the most beautyfull I've ever seen

[@RoadcraftNottingham]

@SirBeefHeart ...I think it was about 35mm wishbones on the rear. We dropped the front forks through a little too but this affected the handling so put them back to standard.

[@mk1rob]

Nice looking SV!

[@Frejborg]

I prefer the look of the old Curvy one myself! This is one of my top picks for a first bike.

[@lgapag]

Excellent vid', went & saw one yesterday....I REALLY wanna get it :))

[@2WheelTrev]

Hi do you know which mirrors these are? Only i ordered some OEM mirrors to replace mine as they no longer fold in any more but they are naff!

[@RoadcraftNottingham]

If you like that position and want to do motorway riding, you really need something with a fairing like a Fazer 600S, Bandit 600S or the Honda Hornet S. You'd love any of these.

[@davidpardy]

I've had mine for nearly 6 months and love it! Only problem is I almost always use earplugs or in-ear monitors as I spend a lot of time on the freeway and the exhaust is too quiet to hear, so I have a Yoshi muffler on the way :). The only real issue I have (which is probably just due to lack of experience) is being a little nervous with tight corners or intersections at low speeds.

[@RoadcraftNottingham]

Given a choice, I would choose a restricted 600 over a 250 any day of the week, no competition for me. I just see 250s as overgrown 125s. A 600 is 2 bikes, 1 when restricted and a new beast when the restrictor comes off with the advantage of you already knowing how the bike feels to ride. You'll have to research how each bike is restricted. Not to mention the money you'll lose buying and selling 2 bikes (250 then 600) and the extra weight and stability of the 600. Cheers.

[@ViniElliot]

Hi, I was going to ask about your modified mirrors, i.e.what make and where do i find them when i noticed your previous comment saying they've been removed... I have an SV K6 and couldn't help notice your video was filmed in Giltbrook, im from Eastwood, out of interest are your mirrors for sale?? Thanks

[@ianchesney9639]

none the less very good looking bike!

[@zlMHSlz]

How did you get the little screen that displayed what gear your on ? Please respond

[@RoadcraftNottingham]

Glad to be of help :-)

[@zerothrough2hero]

@RoadcraftNottingham i you have them fitted during the day and off when your lights should be on would the police bother you? cheers

[@zerothrough2hero]

awesome bike! how did you get tinted front lights?

[@DCGULL01]

RCN- yours is a VERY good looking version of the SV650! I've tried & tried to 'like' them, as they are great 2nd bikes: robust, light, powerful, dependable, comfortable, etc...But, until "Darth" I've never even seen 1 that I enjoyed looking at! Not sure what makes yours so handsome, but, a great commuter, weekend with friends, grab some take away, or, a gallon of milk bike. It's an '05, and, in perfect condition- which helps- but, it must have started as an S model, B4: lowering, CF exhaust, and other mods, which make it look absolutely fabulous. Congratulations on a really handsome- no, beautiful daily ride. I wish I knew what makes yours 'stand out' so much, compared to all of the others- but, it definitely does.

[@bonephone2729]

David C. Gulliver single seat conversion makes all the difference for me

[@disastermaster2k]

What brand/type of mirrors are installed on that bike ? I like the shape of them...

[@Firecul]

Have been looking at these myself. They all look quite good and I think I'll keep my eye on the Yamaha but maybe I should worry about my test before I pick a bike ;) Thanks for the suggestions.

[@KartingApexKing]

This bike looks mean in all black, it would look even more incredible with up side down forks.

[@whistler2608]

Can I just ask what make the gear indicator is? I very much like the looks of it. Thanks

[@Harmonyww]

@badman2504 I hope you don't mind me asking, but how much are you paying for insurance and with what company? I'm 21 and have a 2005 SV 650S. I have two years of no claims on a car licence and I passed my bike test a few months ago. I can't seem to get a quote for below about £1500 (which is just below the value of my bike!) I simply can't afford it and it's stopping me from getting on the road. I just don't know how people are managing it.

[@RoadcraftNottingham]

@zerothrough2hero It is illegal to have them on anytime on the road. They should only be for show. There's a new material out with little holes in that you can stick on your headlight that lets the correct amount of light through now. Can't remember what they're called now.

[@GlobalAgenda]

Looks loverly, I can just imagine Darth Vader himself taking a bit of time out and going for a quick break from running the empire on that, with the cloak on of course for visual effect.

[@hathar1750]

ive ridden for 6 hours straight on my sv gotta say numb behind ( seat is to hard for long rides ) and sore wrists ( especially at low speeds higher speeds its fine ) sore neck due to wind buffeting ( need a double bubble asap :D ) other then that they are just nice looking and nice riding bikes altho i think the front suspension is to soft ( most common mod on an sv is new springs on the front ) but for cruising i actually am glad that it is softer makes it more comfy

[@gunfod]

Nice mirrors, are they standard?

[@ewawu91]

Can I just ask how did you lower bike and what is finnal seat height?

[@Lotuz.Official]

Very nice bike, im about to sell my bandit , for sv650S :D Whats your windscreen? double bubble or something? which brand? RoadcraftNottingham

[@budabead]

Ah great stuff didn't realize you've had a review on this bad boy! I've had my zx250r stolen which pissed me off quite a bit.. but hey on the upside i get to choose another bike. have been looking for a V twin having never owned one... this is one of the one's I'm looking at.

[@Firecul]

I'm in the process of doing my DAS and people have been recommending one of these for my first big bike. For my DAS I'm on a ER5 and it just feels smaller than mine. At the moment I'm riding a XL125 Varadero and I really like the seating position on it, nice and relaxed not leaned over like a sports style. I'd be happy to keep riding that if it could reach motorway speed without a hill and a tailwind. Do you have any recommendations for something suitable?

[@Krayje]

ahh, this sv looks amazing! hopefully getting the 's' version but unfaired in black, where did you go about getting those headlight tints? or were they already on when you got it :) looks awesome

[@cvl85]

Hi. May I know does the front end have any clearance issues after you lower it? THanks

[@Firecul]

I looked at this bike too, I'd want to try a test ride of this before I'd consider it though because as I said I'm not a big fan of the ER5 and this is slightly similar in size and riding position. Thanks for the suggestion though :)

[@RoadcraftNottingham]

I love them!!!

[@ralphwarom2514]

I wonder if you are still not a fan of fuel injection. Considering carb cold start issues and such.

[@willswheels283]

Nice bikes the SV’s, my only criticism of it is the seat, I found it quite hard.

[@titangrv]

hello , would this sv be ok for new rider , I'm 6.1 height with about 82 kg weight , or a ninja 250 , i think the ninja will be to small for me , and i cannot find any limiters for the sv i don't know if they have ecu to limit the power to 33bhp , "i do not live in uk , and most of the new riders here usually start with 600cc unrestricted , i did no see any 150cc or 250cc on the roads here, please if you could give me your opinion , it will go along way , thank you

[@KartingApexKing]

What screen was that on the back? puig? powerbronze?

[@bikerbitch2011]

oh my god i want this sv !!!

[@wriggly40]

what gloves are you wearing? I need a new pair of summer gloves. I liked my mates sv650 but prefer my dl650

[@11liltom22]

Is this bike a good size for someone who is 5ft 4 ? and 17 as im scared it might be heavy although i can touch the floor on one :)?

[@steady2wheels]

er6f, perfect, really good reliable fun, do it all bike, similar to the sv

[@richardgibs701]

Hi I have the 2001 curvy sv650s and i love it it sounds lovely looks pretty and most importantly after having a 125 for 4 years its always got power when you need it. The two problems i have is i only get 112 miles before petrol light comes on then it hurts my wallet lol, plus the silver wheels are anoying to keep clean.

[@101andytoll101]

Does that SV have tinted headlights?! Are they legal and where do I get them?! WANT

[@JammieDodgerVlogger]

Any reviews on the R6?

[@killerconsoles517]

How are your headlights tinted?

[@SirBeefHeart]

How much was this lowered?

[@WHISKEY1O1]

Hey , i also have a SV650s 2005 model but my problem is i bought the universal Mirrors with the indicators in but when i fit it , it looks like the bike has bugs bunny ears that hang down, now my question is , is that normal or do i have to buy Mirror spacers ?

[@2ndAmendmentGlock]

I am torn between this bike and a Ninja 650r, any advice?

[@RoadcraftNottingham]

Personally, I'd prefer the sv naked to the kwak as long as it's the upright one. I wouldn't have a sv/s

[@imm.t.b.k7805]

How good is this bike at maintaining 160kmh? On long ride broo

[@YuriPeriotto]

Please help me decide between the SV 650 (naked or S model) and the Bandit 650-600 N model ... I guess I would go with whatever bike has the better deal when I'm actually going to buy but the V twin is holding me back...I just love the sound of the inline 4 ... and I dont know how nice the vtwin with a gp exhaust sounds like =/

[@mcgoo721]

Depends what he wants it for you. I think a rider should have a bit more seat time before getting on an R6. But yeah, performance wise R6's are slick.

[@RoadcraftNottingham]

@Harmonyww Linz is with Bennets but is older than you. Go TPFT, would be cheaper. You can also get Motorcycle News and look in the back of there.

[@RoadcraftNottingham]

I see what you mean but if you look at the way injectors put the fuel into the engine, it's too aggressive and this shows in most engines (apart from Linz's SV650 and my CBR600RR)

[@spiceytaco95]

i wonder how comfortable these bikes are for long rides

[@RoadcraftNottingham]

@zerothrough2hero They're velcro on covers (not road legal)

[@RoadcraftNottingham]

It was all on as standard. Linz MAY be selling this fairly soon so watch this space or visit her channel, Bikerchickvids.

[@AIBETTSYIA75]

Does it have a fuel gauge?

[@realtalk169]

What's the type of screen on this bike ? Anybody who knows, please share it share the link.

[@anarchyridermotovlog8337]

😍😍

[@malikahsan1990]

This bike or r6?

[@TheRohanNZ]

No fuel gauge, but a low fuel warning light with plenty of warnings. Also two trip meters

[@johnymst]

SV's are great first bikes :) That's my vid: Suzuki SV overtaking

[@IGCNightmare]

How much?

[@KirkBell92]

Does anyone know where i can get a single seat conversion like that for my sv?

[@LiquidFluxx]

If you're still looking, try sv650.org, there's normally one that pops up in the odd colour. Alternatively, eBay.

[@HUMAHATERakaJUSTIN]

The R6 smokes my/this bike!!!! My buddy Blake has an R6 600 and it straight up OWNS by far speed, cornering, acceleration, and looks!!! YA... the Yamaha R6 is king towards MOST bikes! :P

[@RoadcraftNottingham]

@GlobalAgenda ..lol, I should have dubbed in the Darth voice as if it's HIM reviewing it. ;-)

[@Ramjam9000]

I have one of these, and my as hurts pretty bad after an hour and a half of riding.

[@RoadcraftNottingham]

Linz (bikerchickvids) is 5 foot 1 and did a review on it, have a look, it may help you

[@priv1leged]

can anybody tell me the name of the exhaust?

[@HalfdeadRider]

Dave

[@crossofintimidation]

GS500 are smaller. If you're not comfortable on a SV650 try out one of those.

[@gunfod]

lol, thanks for the reply. Nice shape to them though, I have carbon effect ones on my 2003 blue sv, I hate them, look so tacky.

[@KrystekkCF]

Hello guys I wanted to ask someone if they own a Suzuki SV650 and if it is a good bike for slow speed maneuvers like U turns, slaloms and figure of 8 riding because I am thinking of getting one and going to use it for my A2 test (With Restriction) and then A licence test I am asking this because in the UK part of the test is slow speed control and maneuvers like U turns, slaloms and figure of 8 riding on like a big parking lot.

[@Reichiruu]

+KrystekkCF I own one, I would not use it when taking the test. kinda wrong bike for that, sure it manuvers pretty good at slow speeds.. Dont know how to explain this, but the handlebars have way to short movement. turns a bit wide for the licens test I would say, at least here in Sweden. there is a reason they use bikes like bmw fg800. they have good turn radius.

[@steady2wheels]

Probaably late for u but others will see. The turning circle on the sv sucks and the weight is quite high. Combined with it being quite snatchy i wouldnt recommend for testing

[@KrystekkCF]

steady2wheels thanks for the reply. I ended up learning the whole new licence law and i needed to do the licence on an instructors bike i could not use my own. I ended up getting a 2004 honda cbf600 fairing model with restriction to 47hp and i ride it on my A2 licence.

[@steady2wheels]

that 180kg is all at the top of the bike. The injected models are very snatchy. Owned 18 bikes, 3 of which were sv's great fun little bikes but lets be honest

[@steady2wheels]

Perhaps jerky is a better term for it. They are also most definitely top heavy. Just because they are raced doesn't make them perfect lol. They are fun bikes dont get me wrong. You should stop letting your ego get involved. When you have a bit more experience you might see things differently in the future. its ok though I used to get defensive over my bikes as well so I understand

[@RoadcraftNottingham]

I find it uncomfortable but I'm not a fan of a racing position anyway. Others will love it

[@tseru1e]

haha i have owned it for 2 months and have had nothing but trouble from it! So i am kind off dissapointed about my dream bike

[@spiceytaco95]

damn cuz i live in vegas and to get one at the price id like i have to travel about 4 states away and ride it back =/

[@101andytoll101]

Ahaha, cheers. :P

[@RoadcraftNottingham]

If you mean the VFR750, that's the first I've heard of problems, ever! That's just bad luck.

[@RoadcraftNottingham]

@ChrisRussell91 LOL, we all have funny names for them, Aussies call them "Knobs" which as you may know in th UK is a Pen*s

[@RoadcraftNottingham]

It's a bad habit of mine. ;-)

[@RoadcraftNottingham]

Yes, no and maybe Ebay :-)

[@RoadcraftNottingham]

They were awful mirrors, the glass wasn't optically correct and the built in LED indicators were rubbish. Original mirrors are now back on.

[@hathar1750]

oh and im 5 ft 6 to give you an idea ^^

[@1975supermike]

I wanted a Darth. But couldn't find one.

[@tseru1e]

vfr 750 !

[@quizmasterdave]

we have to ride on wet roads it rains all the time