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mattri · 06-06-2007, 07:38 PM

Aside from the change to efi and styling differences what other revisions has the sv gone through? Any years better or worse in certain areas? Things to watch out for in certain years etc? Looking at the naked, not the s if that matters. Any info appreciated Matt.

robertc729 · 06-06-2007, 07:42 PM

can't tell you the differences, but there are a few SV650 owners around that should be able to help you out.

bigE · 06-06-2007, 07:50 PM

The only thing I can think of other than what you mentioned is that there was a recall on all the SV's from 99 to Jan of 2000 (I think). I cant remember what exactly it was for b/c my bike wasnt affected, but I think it had something to do with the flow of the engine oil.

**Clint** · 06-06-2007, 10:05 PM

Not much aside from the model upgrade for 2003 when Suzuki introduced EFI on it. They're great bikes, regardless of which generation.

**Louis** · 06-07-2007, 10:48 AM

Since the intro of the 2nd gen (EFI, restyle), only a few minor changes have gone throw. There was a slight change in ergonomics between 2003 and 2004. For the other years, mostly only a paint job change.

**Freakinout** · 06-08-2007, 09:52 AM

The EFI models will cost you more, but all the SV 650's are pretty darn nice.

sv650wannabe · 06-08-2007, 06:56 PM

The ergo change is lower seat hieght I think? But, it is only like 40 mm or 4 cm.

**Louis** · 06-08-2007, 08:48 PM

Yes I think so, lower, but I can't recall by how much.

**Clint** · 06-08-2007, 11:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sv650wannabe

But, it is only like 40 mm or 4 cm.

Well, which one?

mattri · 06-09-2007, 01:49 PM

Thanks for the replies, how does the 650 stack up against an f6 or a monster?

sv650wannabe · 06-09-2007, 10:09 PM

I think 40 mm is 4 cm, isn't it. I am just a stupid American, don't know the metric system too well.

Ducati, f6...............I have read a few reviews and they seem to match up pretty well. But, all the review seem to pick apart all the bikes. However, they always rave about the sv engine and how it functions. The ergos, engine, frame, liquid cooling, oil cooling, fuel injection and available accessories are just a few of the reasons i'm sold on the sv.

The ninja, I don't know it just looks dated to me. Just my opinion though. When you sit on the bike you can see the ground through the holes in the fairing, I just don't like it. The monster, looks awesome. I mean it really looks good and sounds cool, but ducati's tend to have more scheduled and detailed maintenance than other bikes. Especially when it comes to valve adjustments.

**Louis** · 06-11-2007, 01:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RowdyRed94

Well, which one?

Quote:

Originally Posted by sv650wannabe

I think 40 mm is 4 cm, isn't it. I am just a stupid American, don't know the metric system too well.

I think he was just pulling your leg

06-06-2007, 07:38 PM	#1 (permalink)
mattri Newbie Joined: Jun 2007 Location: colorado Posts: 3	best year sv650? Aside from the change to efi and styling differences what other revisions has the sv gone through? Any years better or worse in certain areas? Things to watch out for in certain years etc? Looking at the naked, not the s if that matters. Any info appreciated Matt.

06-07-2007, 10:48 AM	#5 (permalink)
Louis Administrator Joined: Sep 2003 Bike: SV650S '05 (Blue) Location: Gatineau, QC, Canada Posts: 10,657	Since the intro of the 2nd gen (EFI, restyle), only a few minor changes have gone throw. There was a slight change in ergonomics between 2003 and 2004. For the other years, mostly only a paint job change. __________________ Louis

06-08-2007, 09:52 AM	#6 (permalink)
Freakinout Tire Eating Moderator Joined: Jul 2004 Bike: 2001 Suzuki TL1000S Location: Texas Posts: 2,617	The EFI models will cost you more, but all the SV 650's are pretty darn nice. __________________ Freakinout

06-08-2007, 08:48 PM	#8 (permalink)
Louis Administrator Joined: Sep 2003 Bike: SV650S '05 (Blue) Location: Gatineau, QC, Canada Posts: 10,657	Yes I think so, lower, but I can't recall by how much. __________________ Louis

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robertc729 Forensic Bug Splatter Analyst Joined: Mar 2006 Bike: 05 Boulevard C50 LE, 06 S40 (wife's bike) Location: Lexington, KY Posts: 4,087	can't tell you the differences, but there are a few SV650 owners around that should be able to help you out.

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bigE Kickstand Operator Joined: Apr 2005 Bike: 2000 SV650 & 2000 Marauder Location: DFW, Texas Posts: 297	The only thing I can think of other than what you mentioned is that there was a recall on all the SV's from 99 to Jan of 2000 (I think). I cant remember what exactly it was for b/c my bike wasnt affected, but I think it had something to do with the flow of the engine oil.

06-08-2007, 06:56 PM	#7 (permalink)
sv650wannabe Newbie Joined: Jun 2007 Bike: gone.........waiting to find an sv Location: Waterloo Iowa Posts: 6	The ergo change is lower seat hieght I think? But, it is only like 40 mm or 4 cm.

06-09-2007, 01:49 PM	#10 (permalink)
mattri Newbie Joined: Jun 2007 Location: colorado Posts: 3	Thanks for the replies, how does the 650 stack up against an f6 or a monster?

06-09-2007, 10:09 PM	#11 (permalink)
sv650wannabe Newbie Joined: Jun 2007 Bike: gone.........waiting to find an sv Location: Waterloo Iowa Posts: 6	I think 40 mm is 4 cm, isn't it. I am just a stupid American, don't know the metric system too well. Ducati, f6...............I have read a few reviews and they seem to match up pretty well. But, all the review seem to pick apart all the bikes. However, they always rave about the sv engine and how it functions. The ergos, engine, frame, liquid cooling, oil cooling, fuel injection and available accessories are just a few of the reasons i'm sold on the sv. The ninja, I don't know it just looks dated to me. Just my opinion though. When you sit on the bike you can see the ground through the holes in the fairing, I just don't like it. The monster, looks awesome. I mean it really looks good and sounds cool, but ducati's tend to have more scheduled and detailed maintenance than other bikes. Especially when it comes to valve adjustments.

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