2018 Suzuki SV650X Ride Review

2018 Suzuki SV650X Ride Review | Retro REMIX

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Suzuki SV650X - The SV650X isn't massively powerful, its not particularly light but there is most definitely something special about Suzuki's latest retro styled twin.
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Filming Equipment used:
Camera Primary - GoPro Hero 4 Silver - amzn.to/2rlaBec
Secondary's - GoPro Hero 4 Black - amzn.to/2rhoU1m
Intercom - Sena 10c / 20s - amzn.to/2r8EUUO
Drone - DJi Mavic - amzn.to/2rlwhqv
Data Logger - SpeedAngle www.rg-racing.com
Helmet microphones - Sony ECM-PC60 - amzn.to/2qx7K2t
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My Garage Equipment:
Trailer - MotoLug (www.motolug.com)
Bike Lift - Abba Sky Lift (www.Abbastands.co.uk)
Battery Pack - NocoXGrid XGB12 (no.co/xgb12)
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Bike upgrades - Blade:
Quick Shifter - www.translogicuk.com
Repsol sticker kit - www.motoxpricambi.com
Bike upgrades Super Duke:
Crash protection - www.rg-racing.com
Carbon parts - www.motocomposites.com & www.ffcarbon.com
Carbon Wheels - www.dymag.com
Airbox tunning - www.rottweilerperformance.com
Steering Damper - www.rottweilerperformance.com
Tuning - www.dynojet.co.uk
Suspension upgrades - www.ktechsuspension.com
Clutch slave - www.oberon-performance.co.uk
Tyres - www.pirelli.com
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Riding Gear
Summer Gloves: Furygan Fit-R 2 www.nevis.uk.com/products/fury...
Race Boots:TCX RT-Race www.nevis.uk.com/products/tcx/...
Vest - amzn.to/2FQSwsW
Textiles - Dainese Cyclone jacket amzn.to/2G3Z0bh
Two piece leathers - Dainese Assen suit amzn.to/2DEwTu8
Boots - Dainese Torque D1 Gore-tex amzn.to/2Ivtm4K
Gloves - Dainese Universal Gore-tex
Kevlar Jeans - J&S Red Route Stretch Jeans
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LC

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@Glen45 6 жыл бұрын

Ah the memories. My first road bike was an SV650S in black. Awesome bike and once the end can was changed I became my neighbours favourite person every morning! ;)

@BMRTV 6 жыл бұрын

They need to make an "R" version of it. Straight up same as standard sv650 but better suspension and brakes. Leave the rest alone.

@andrewtaylor9799 5 жыл бұрын

Exactly right.

@TrustyZ900 9 ай бұрын

Good to see a guy used to 2 wheeled jets get a kick out of the SV. Love the sound of these bikes, even with stock exhaust. My '23 blue SV with the 4 piston front brake actually stops rather well. Taking it on an 800 mile jaunt next week. Not the latest and greatest, but I love it anyway. I know it will be running like a champ in 10 years.

@killygonz 6 жыл бұрын

Always loved the SV650 . Had the 2004 S version and it really is an incredibly fun bike and so easy to ride. I miss it.

@ferrumignis 5 жыл бұрын

What a great review, I love your enthusiasm for the little SV :)

@SmokinZen 6 жыл бұрын

Nice little bike I wouldn’t mind having it. I just wish they would bring back the SV1000. I love my SV1000S, but wish there was an updated version.

@ScalesOfAnubis 5 жыл бұрын

I saw one today at a dealer and it looks fantastic! I used to have an 2001 SV650 and I loved it, I may have to get one of these now.

@blackberrybadness 6 жыл бұрын

its best to ride a slow bike fast than to ride a fast bike slow. ;)

@LambChopRides 6 жыл бұрын

Agreed, much more rewarding :-)

@fatherted2948 6 жыл бұрын

That is until you end up with American bike vlogger "Annette Carrion" RIP

@beer3029 Жыл бұрын

It's better to ride a fast bike really fast though.

@christopherreed442 Жыл бұрын

Love this review, one of the best videos of yours that I have watched. Definitely seems like a fun bike this one.

@EBthere 6 жыл бұрын

I bought a new leftover 2017 sv650 non x about 6 weeks ago. I was debating between the SV and the MT07. Very happy I chose the SV. I put on a Holeshot/Corbin seat, Delkevic 18 inch carbon slip-on and a Vagabond fender eliminator. What a great running/feeling bike that I just love the looks of. Excellent review of the X btw.

@GixxerWayne 6 жыл бұрын

Always been a big fan of the sv650 since the very first one , I had a 98 600 hornet many years ago and my pal had an sv 650 we swapped on every ride and I always got off of the sv with massive grin on my face, mega fun , so forgiving great for wheelies too , gearbox is typical Suzuki, spot on , as for brakes . Some goodridge hoses and decent pads sort that out they have really got this bike spot on and they have done from day dot . Great vid as usual sir chops . Keep up the great work

@robertworrell9356 6 жыл бұрын

I love the bike, but I would say that as I own one. I agree with the mirrors not not being useful , I have changed to bar end mirrors, added a scorpion exhaust, red rim tape, tail tidy and a belly pan. The bike now looks great in my mind

@mikew.197 6 жыл бұрын

Did you do anything with the mirror posts left behind from the stock mirrors, or did you just leave them? I want to go with bar ends on my SV, but I think the old mirror posts sticking up with a hole in them would look bad. Thoughts?

@robertworrell9356 6 жыл бұрын

Michael Whisenhunt I have just put black caps in the holes. I don't even notice they are there

@RedlineRossi 4 жыл бұрын

"OOOH Edgar You are naughty". NO, You are the naughty one chops!!! I was all set to pull the trigger and get the CBR650R after your recent review, and now I've stumbled across this little gem of a review. Gonna have to have a go and make up my own mind & try this puppy out. I actually like it's looks. One of your funniest videos I've seen yet. The Edgar thing was great. Loved it. 👍

@TheMissendenFlyer 6 жыл бұрын

Nice work Chopsie - I completely agree that there's an awful lot to be said for getting full use out of a smaller engined machine on the roads vs limited use of a big engined machine - great grins to be had, although as you said, this particular machine doesn't do it for me on the looks front - hate that front headlight cowl, presumably some people like it. I'm going to be getting my hands on the standard SV650 in a fortnight and your review of this, it's ugly sister, has got me quite enthused....:0)

@LambChopRides 6 жыл бұрын

Yup I think it's one of the reasons I like supermotos too that ability to unleash them fully on the road. I think you will love the SV, the drop bars on the X do give it an extra sporty feel. Looking foward to seeing what you think to the stock version 👍

@rockyp3917 6 жыл бұрын

Hello TMF, you and LCR are the best reviewers on youtube

@TrilobitesRTasty 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the review...and for mentioning that you're 6'2" and fit okay on this bike. So few reviews discuss the size of the person riding.

@chronicmachines6717 4 жыл бұрын

Fantastic review. Will really consider adding this bike to my collection

@rider1181 5 жыл бұрын

just bought one here in US! love it!!!! Great review!

@bigt4452 5 жыл бұрын

I've had two SV's a 52 plated and a 17 plated, I learnt loads of these little bikes great fun on the back roads and enough power to overtake most traffic but not to much to get you in trouble..awesome..just awesome little bikes for the money !!..i think i will end up owning another some day..

@chronicmachines6717 3 жыл бұрын

Another great review, Got this bike and everything he was talking about is true. Get the Leo vince Exhaust and you will fall in love with that muscle style hearty v twin.

@777geeman 6 жыл бұрын

well i've had the sv650x nearly two weeks now. Got quite confident on it but not overly so. Just been out for a ride in Waitakere ranges then out to Huia near the mouth of the Manukau harbour. The roads were wet in places so i took it easy but did push a bit in dry parts. In peak traffic the bike is great at lane splitting, so good one has to remember you're likely to get stopped if too crazy. Also the user assist works great and is very difficult to stall. In Auckland there are time restrictions on most bus lanes, but T2,T3 and bus go first light always. Getting close to 300 kms per tank and after run in i expect to get more. Using 91 Ron as per the manual. Gearbox is great just a bit of rear wheel yanking motion if put into second too early. Great bike and the v-twin was really the clincher, along with this review and others. Thanks again

@ClearBrookExotics 6 жыл бұрын

LOVE the look of this. I haven't been excited about the SV6500 since they did away with the half fairing... Until now. Had I not decided on the MT07, I would be very happy with this machine.

@jasgsxr2726 6 жыл бұрын

Great review LC.

@mikefry6765 6 жыл бұрын

Looks like how people used to customise the Curvey Mk1 when they first came out, cartridge emulators and GSXR shock, a rorty pipe and you are ready to go, straight back to the late 90s, great bikes

@philipheron3429 Жыл бұрын

Love the looks, great value fun , might buy one after this review👍

@jorgeaguilera5417 2 жыл бұрын

@lambchoprides Since you have ridden both the gsxs s 750 and the sv650, which do you prefer? Which is a better all a rounder? If you could only have one bike.

@neilcole3406 6 жыл бұрын

Must admit I like the SV650 smashing little bike for the money! Nice video Mr Chop! It doesn't always have to have 150 hp plus to have fun!

@HalfdeadRider 6 жыл бұрын

Also you need to look at the full package, Power, Torque, weight, power/torque delivery and gearing, they all make a difference to how a bike feels.

@paultanton4307 6 жыл бұрын

Good review - interesting take on the SV650 model.Returned to biking on a 05 SV650S, I found it to be good in most respects,the only niggle was bar-ends kept vibrating out.Bike was bought with the A2 restriction module in and I never bothered to replace it with the full power one.Since gone down the VFR750 route but the SV was not noticeably lacking in grunt up to 100 mph as a comparison.It tended to catch any crosswinds on motorway riding which made things interesting but as a bike it does exactly what it says on the tin I think,hard to fault it.

@johna6968 6 жыл бұрын

Loved my little sv650

@Banikan 4 жыл бұрын

I tried the SV650 the other day and I thought to myself that if I were to buy that bike I would lower the handlebar.. But why would I when I can get this instead!

@chenderson4969 5 жыл бұрын

I own an 08 naked SV650 and couldn’t agree with you more when you say ‘it feels like you’re being naughty but you’re not really’ bike feels like you’re proper hammering until you check your speed hahaha!! Love that bike though.

@happyjalapeno9397 2 ай бұрын

I think thats my mind made up about my next bike. Sounds awesome as well

@painsrides3616 6 жыл бұрын

What a cooling looking SV..... I wouldn't mind having one to scoot around on at all

@penfold83glen5 6 жыл бұрын

Love the old paint colours quick in the corners

@rockyp3917 6 жыл бұрын

LCR is right! It's such a fun little machine. I got one last week and dare I say : I am enjoying it more than my Hayabusa

@GFDiablos1984 6 жыл бұрын

My first bike was the 650s and I want that updated version to get full fairing as well

@dasboot9471 5 жыл бұрын

Awesome video, quite funny and informative

@funguseater40 5 жыл бұрын

I like the way it looks. :)

@Rhunyen 6 жыл бұрын

Love the styling and I've ridden the SV650, so I know the engine is great. Wish they'd bring the 650X to the states.

@nmarkus666 5 жыл бұрын

2019

@bigt4452 6 жыл бұрын

I loved the two SV's I had(52 and 17 plate) now have a GSX S 750,great little bikes which are surprisingly quick for a little un,flick able with enough power to over take most traffic,great bikes for new riders and old alike. Not to sure about the retro look but each to there own!

@thursdayfan 6 жыл бұрын

SV owner as well, looking at a GSX-S750. How different does it feel to you? Low/mid range power similar to what the SV has?

@bigt4452 6 жыл бұрын

A lot FASTER!!...does have a bit low down but i would say not as much as the SV and a lot more mid ranger power it is a inline 4 after all..Go for it the GSX-S is more sports bike then the little SV and i think it will become a lot more fun when i've got her properly broken in.Hope i've helped a bit and go for it i don't think you'll be disappointed

@Wabbit1961 5 жыл бұрын

I have a 1986 Yamaha SRX-600 with 45,000 miles. I put 40,000 on it in the four years I've owned it. Basically brought it back from the dead. It's just so fun I sold my 2011 Ninja 1000ES and really don't miss the power. The SRX is a single cylinder, kick-start only, 4 gallon tank, with a curb weight of 287lbs wet! This new Suzuki is about as close to my bike as you can get. I'm thinking about trading in my 2018 MT-07 (which has 11,000 miles on it) in on the SV-x. THEY ARE JUST SO FUN. The MT-07, IMO, is a bit blown up in its praise. These are bikes that you can learn to put a knee down on and feel confident because you can achieve it in a more relaxed gear and slower speeds, on a comfortable mount. Knowing your gripping the road and can push it harder each time. I've owned a DL-650 so I know the engine here. Pops a wheelie in first and second by just blipping the clutch and throttle. A LOTTA FUN PEOPLE!

@GixxerZilla 5 жыл бұрын

Beautiful bike

@mastaangler7055 3 жыл бұрын

Love my Naked 20 Base model, no ABS. Blue on silver looks much better than the White. Ride on Brother

@777geeman 6 жыл бұрын

im getting one this week non -x, which means no fork adjust. Also while neither here or there its rated at 75hp according to suzuki and torque hits peak about 1000rpm later then previous model. Otherwise im getting the same bike including dropped bars.Cant wait.edit:spoke with dealer and it is an x apparently and rest of the aforementioned is true. picking up today.Thanks for review.

@kbeightyseven1783 6 жыл бұрын

Looks great

@TheDeceptikron 5 жыл бұрын

I have the same helmet as you? AX-8 Evo Naked? but mine doesn't have the red, white and green stripe, it's just matte black all over.

@CPUspeed 6 жыл бұрын

I saw it in the duke upgrade video in the back saying... hey I'm a vtwin too

@oldman748 6 жыл бұрын

Nice review chops. When do we get some chops an womble head to head tearing up the roads.

@LambChopRides 6 жыл бұрын

Haha maybe out Saturday weather permitting! Cant wait 🤗🤗

@1MrBryn 5 жыл бұрын

What are the little lights mounted in the thumbnail?

@paulabderhalden2495 2 жыл бұрын

I have the exact same bike, and I’m after the paint code would you be able to provide it for me. My sticker underneath the tank is missing.

@bchant19 6 жыл бұрын

I think it looks really nice for a basic cheap sv 650 and its good to hear the havent put traction control and power mod on a bloody 65bhp rear wheel horse power bike as you dont need it and that keeps the cost down.

@christopherdevries1969 6 жыл бұрын

It's.......something completely different this time for sure. Good review. Great beginners bike i think.

@LambChopRides 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks Chris

@alanssnackbardailyrelaxati8155 6 жыл бұрын

Good to see the chops hooning about. I agree 70hp more than enough for the road.

@LambChopRides 6 жыл бұрын

Haha thanks MP

@T0BBi94 6 жыл бұрын

Hmm, that is strange I have the same adjustments on my SV650 2003 forks.. I guess they removed them for the new re-run of the lineup (except for the 650X)

@exothermal.sprocket 4 жыл бұрын

Rip that entire stock exhaust off as quick as humanly possible and slap on a full Arrow. ECU flash. That's what I'd do!! And fork cartridges and rear shock swap. Seat work. Done.

@rylandpeters8982 4 жыл бұрын

why ecu flash it?

@exothermal.sprocket 4 жыл бұрын

@@rylandpeters8982 Because Euro4/5/6 etc. is not the friend of internal combustion engines. Removing the front and backside of restriction requires the ECU to be recalibrated to deal with the change in gaseous flow. Also programmed into the stock ECU these days is ignition, fuel, and throttle restrictions designed to prevent excessive noise, excessive pollution (ie. power, acceleration, and fun), and generally designed to prevent owners from involving the corporation in litigation (ie. power restrictions in lower gears, power/speed restrictions at high rpm, and especially speedometer error set to +6 to 8% fast).

@IrishKnacker 6 жыл бұрын

Still have my 99 from back in the day. Injected Cams, -1 front sprocket, R6 throttle tube, BMC race, dynojet and jack up 25mm completely transforms them.

@LambChopRides 6 жыл бұрын

Yeah kept thinking with some mods this would really be something special. loose a few KG and drop the gearing and exhaust would be transformed Im sure.

@IrishKnacker 6 жыл бұрын

Lamb Chop Rides On it is just a slip on but I actually have a full Micron system setting there for it. Plus have a k6 Gsxr rear wheel conversion for it to. Just need time to fit.

@nemesisabaddon5628 6 жыл бұрын

Another very nice video & bike test Lamb. 👌... Could be interesting to compare it to the new Husqvarna 701 Vitpilen as "café racer" fashion is on it's peak... More vids on the Superduke would be appreciated Sir !!!😉 Ride Safe. ✌️✌️✌️

@LambChopRides 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks Nemesis, yes new Huskies are almost ready for me I'm told.. couple of weeks should be able to try them. But had a race with Womble on his 701 with power commander etc and the SV kicked its butt!! Its quick!! SD vids coming soon just waiting for the rain to stop :-(

@EmpyrealSun 6 жыл бұрын

Cheers for the video! I don’t do bike commuting, but how would you rank the seating/riding position for mixed riding situations? I am getting a bit too old for supersports leaning, is it close to that wrist weight? Thanks!

@paulsven7923 6 жыл бұрын

I just tried one and it is definitely lean forward style ...... if I want that I'll get the GSX-R

@EmpyrealSun 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot for your input! I have only been able to sit on it so far, can't find any test ride around here. I am after more forward lean than a let's say a standard SV650 or a Yamaha MT-07. But perhaps not pure supersports leaning style, I think my wrists won't take that anymore. Also I'm after a twin engine configuration (and if parallell twin it has to have a crossplane crank since I can't stand standard parallell twins). Few choices around for what I want. I guess I might have to buy something more upright and switch out the bars, but if possible I would like to avoid that. Anyhow, thanks again!

@paulsven7923 6 жыл бұрын

You will have to find one to try as it is more forward than standard sv650 but little less than a supersport. So it may actually be what you're after. Also just have been looking at clip on risers to get them up by 50mm as I like the bike just not the riding position.

@EmpyrealSun 6 жыл бұрын

You are right, there is no substitute for actually trying for myself. Will have to figure something out. I have however had two test rides on the new standard SV650 and I really like the little bike! Ticks most of my boxes for what I'm after these days. Just not the upright riding position, although that of course is more comfortable. But comfort is not everything, the feeling you get when you ride is more important to me and the kind of leisure riding I do. Regarding your case, I don't know much about clip on risers, but that should be able to work out I suppose? As long as there is enough cable length to do so.

@samiam8779 6 жыл бұрын

It's definitely a lean forward position. The engine is a real peach. I have one in my V-Strom 650, plus the benefits of an upright riding position and windshield.

@CajunGreenMan 5 жыл бұрын

'Unleash the beast.' That's what SHE said!

@tonybland9226 3 жыл бұрын

great sound when giving it the beans...

@EpicAdamMotovlogs 6 жыл бұрын

I like the style but I’m with you when it comes to the mirrors. I don’t like the red line between the black & silver paint either. Should just be a nice blend.

@bikefreak5787 5 жыл бұрын

Beautiful bike - like it a lot (and I'm a Honda rider). 👍🇩🇰

@neilcole3406 2 жыл бұрын

Don’t forget Chops, they race those little buggers too!

@777geeman 6 жыл бұрын

well went to Piha beach today where their filming 'High Road' and clocked 1000km, so i opened her up. Fun factor 100%.Did 160kph in sixth and still wanted me to give it more.of course i refrained. slightly wet roads(winter here) and spun the rear wheel on center white line in 3rd.it got quite crossed up but held on to it. Wheel stand in 1st and 2nd, not intentional she just did herself. if this was a 1k i'm sure i wouldst be writing this now. This girl just makes want to ride her more, so i am.LOL

@TheDeceptikron 5 жыл бұрын

You didn't intentionally wheelstand a Gen 3 SV? yeah right, there's no other way of making the front come up, you have to drop the clutch, because they will NOT power wheelie, particularly if you're talking about only doing 160kph in 6th, I'd still be in 5th on my 2017 SV, and going by the speedo the bike will do 210-220 depending on factors like wind resistance, road gradient and your weight.

@nolongerinuse488 6 жыл бұрын

Maybe it looks better in person or the picture you used for the video looks better but when I go to Suzuki’s website, I’m not feeling it..and I love the cafe racer styles. Maybe I’d be more interested if there was a way to turn that seat into a solo seat. The seat makes this bike look too 2006 Ninja to me.

@kennykewn5182 2 жыл бұрын

Helmet looks cool, what is it?

@jonathanashtvr 6 жыл бұрын

Hi there! This is a totally off topic question but didn’t know where else to ask it. I have a 98 CBR 900 here in HONG KONG and I’m looking at doing the Viking mod to my airbox. I know you did this many years ago. Just want to know if you think it’s worth doing. Thank you

@LambChopRides 6 жыл бұрын

Hi Jonathan, yes I did do it to mine. Yes it makes good results I never did a dyno before and after or anything like that but from the butt dyno it seemed to make an improvement. Other who had dynod said they had some extra power so worth while Imo 👍

@TheJmebe 6 жыл бұрын

Suzuki 'mechanically brilliant' [apart from brakes]. I had an original SV650s in blue. I loved the sound of it at idle; so much so that I used to wash it in the back garden and then sit outside with a cup of tea and watch it dry off. It ended up wedged under some armco barrier whilst trying to get first ever knee-down - I was fine but my beautiful SV was toast. Sniff

@chrisolive9742 5 жыл бұрын

I have the original sv 650s 1999 thinking off up grading to either new sv 650x or gsx750s is 750s worth the extra money/ performance.

@hawkrider88 5 жыл бұрын

Hmm, the 750 is a much different bike with a much different seating position as well.

@kalel33 4 жыл бұрын

The SV650 is so close to the price of the GSX-S750 that I'd go with the GSX. It may not look as good but the GSX is much faster.

@retroradiant8183 5 жыл бұрын

I got this bike new last week and as I walked out of the dealership all I could think about was: omg I have actually bought an Edgar Thank you for this review, I was very much in doubt between the regular SV (the 2019 red frame looks so sweet) and this one but this video really won me over and in hindsight i do not regret it in the least, love this bike and the handles.

@LambChopRides 5 жыл бұрын

Great to hear Retro you wont regret it, its a fantastic bike and with the drop bars and adjustable suspension worth getting over the standard one.

@khosrowtaj 4 жыл бұрын

its been my question recently, red frame really looks cool but i think ill go with the X model in the end. ride Safe

@joanesinu 3 жыл бұрын

I'm in love with this bike. This will be my first bike.

@5tevieb954 2 жыл бұрын

Did you get it?

@joanesinu 2 жыл бұрын

@@5tevieb954 Yes I did!! I bought a used one with 6500Km, now with 10000km~ Wonderfull machine!

@5tevieb954 2 жыл бұрын

@@joanesinu awesome - do you find any issues with the comfort?

@joanesinu 2 жыл бұрын

@@5tevieb954 For me it's the perfect compromise between confort and sportiveness. I am 175cm and 75 kg. The longest run in one day were 500km's.

@5tevieb954 2 жыл бұрын

@@joanesinu that’s impressive- I’m smaller than that which is why I like the SV. Thanks for the reply mate

@upsidedowndog1256 6 жыл бұрын

The engine sounds eager like my wife's VSrom 650. I ride an SV1000S but her bike is plenty fast for normal riding if I am honest.

@2StrokeSquashie 6 жыл бұрын

Looks like quite a nice machine! Doing my a2 at the moment, didnt get on with the Suzuki Gladius V twin that the school have, I so much prefered the cbf600 for the inline 4 engine. I was looking at an sv650, but the gladius put me off. Feel like maybe I should try one before I judge. If you like the retro, let me know and you can have a bash on mine this year if you like :P KH will be on the road soon, and the everyone who rides the fizzy falls in love lol

@VelcroSnake93 5 жыл бұрын

Seems like they upgraded the front brake in the 2019 models.

@cdubbleyoo 5 жыл бұрын

I want to see this bike with some of the non-black wheels from the Non-X models...even better would be the pewter wheels from the Gladius. Even better would bare clearcoated. Dreamy would be anodized good/bronze. But something other than Black. Cuz I just don't know a bike from the café age that had black wheels.

@MetroidMan90 5 жыл бұрын

That bike looks fun as hell, V-Twins just seem more satisfying than a screaming i4 engine

@phatbusted 5 жыл бұрын

I have an i4 engined bike now, having owned a V-twin previously ... and agree with U completely !! -_-

@kevinhekers2380 5 жыл бұрын

V twin is where its at who doesn't like some naked twins 😉😋😅

@exothermal.sprocket 4 жыл бұрын

Or parallel twins with the same firing interval, ie. MT-07, 790 Duke...

@sefton1972 3 жыл бұрын

Edgar you naughty boy.

@midlifebiker7424 4 жыл бұрын

Front brake is uodated for 2019 but dont know when its coming to Oz. ABS, traction and slipper clutch is almost min spec these days. Tail tidy and a Can and its a cheap thrills bike..

@SMU_3L 6 жыл бұрын

Looks querky, sounds pretty decent for a stock bike actually. Thing that lets it down looks wise for me is the conventional forks, but thats me being petty :D No electronics is sticking to the old SV650 heritage. A good bike to build confidence and learn limits on by the sounds of it. Audio is great, wish I could get mine like this haha

@garyk8285 4 жыл бұрын

How long could you ride in that lean forward position without it hurting the wrists? 1hr max? or several hours no probs?

@LambChopRides 4 жыл бұрын

All depends on where your riding, providing your getting over 60 occasionally then no problems

@impact0r 4 жыл бұрын

When in lean, support yourself with your core muscles, not the hands.

@conorpatrick3487 6 жыл бұрын

Nice retro run around.....Your life and your license be safe with this planted bike......When at 21 years old and the world was young.....Would have pulled my teeth out with a pliers for this baby.......Had to do with a two stroke widow maker....And feck, did i learned the hard way!!........."We are what we do regularly, excellence is not an act, it's a habit"......Aristotle........

@stevecade857 6 жыл бұрын

My son had a SV650 as his first big bike after passing his test. Simple ecu restrictor on the fuel injected models makes it a 5 min swap to full power. The beauty of the v twin is it still has decent low down torque when restricted. Saw that x model at the dealers the other day and thought it looked really nice. The exhaust is a bit cheap but Suzuki probably done that as they know most will probably change it anyway to make the bike their own. Why pay extra for something you're going to bin anyway. It could do with a nice belly pan and, as it's a sv650, I am sure there are ones out there that fit from previous models.

@LambChopRides 6 жыл бұрын

Absolutely agree, exhaust is the first thing changed so who cares keep it cheap. Yeah engine power is very good low down and still has some go at the topend. Its just a very nice package overall, apart from the brakes :-)

@stevecade857 6 жыл бұрын

Lamb Chop Rides We ended up swapping out his brake lines for braided ones and changing the pads. Still weren't as good as some modern brakes but did improve the initial bite feel that was lacking as you say.

@landonstallings2891 5 жыл бұрын

Is the quilted seat interchangeable with the standard sv seat?

@hawkrider88 5 жыл бұрын

@Jay Jay And neither seat is really comfortable. A disappointment really.

@cristians3298 4 жыл бұрын

The forks have preload adj like the old pointies. No rebound tho ;) your gloves are funny and you need to cool down a tad hehe 😆 cheers

@WolfgangVonKempelen838 6 жыл бұрын

I am always a bit reluctant to fall in love with a reasonably low powered bike because am quite hefty at over 6'2" and over 16st (yes, I have to lose some weight) but this little bike looks like so much fun that I actually feel like I want one of these. The looks are not over done, it just works well for me. fantastic job; Suzuki, at this price it's v good value. This must be a best seller . Good review by the way, thanks.

@thursdayfan 6 жыл бұрын

70 hp is by no means "low powered" unless you're used to nothing but the fastest accelerating bikes. The SV platform in general is fantastic and the proof is in its popularity. I'm 6'5" and 255 pounds (~18.2 stone) and have no issue with power or keeping up until the speeds are approaching 100+ on the highway. I'm torn on whether or not I plan on ever selling my SFV650, though there are quite a few mods that I want to make to transform just how the bike feels to ride. Cartridge forks, fully adjustable shock, Brembo brakes...

@WolfgangVonKempelen838 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the info, and I do love the bike. I heard from a friend that the engine is pretty reliable and bullet proof as per normal for a Japanese bike. I had a Street triple 2013-2015 ( not so reliable and good as written in practically all bike magazines. They praise the Triumph into heaven; I have to differ I'm afraid; good ride and v fast but reliable ? No, plus poor build quality) riding a new z900 (not the retro one) now. The reason I mentioned the power is because I commute to work throughout the year unless it is snowing or just horrible, and cars are getting faster and bigger and for me it is good to know that I have and need the power to pull myself out of the danger zone during heavy traffic or to avoid drivers who didn't notice me (Yes I am wearing Hi-Vis but still). Some car drivers don't really like it when they are wasting their time stressing themselves whilst us bikers; carefully but relaxed filter by. I drive a car as well and I know the different workings and the dangers that bikers are facing, but a lot car drivers just drive cars and they have no idea what it is like to ride a bike. I think it would be a good idea to include some theoretic lesson time to educate learning car drivers about these facts/deferances; it might improve the relationship between riders and drivers. Ride safely amigo ;)

@JimsIrish76 6 жыл бұрын

Im a heavy guy (heavier that you by prob 45 pounds), but like the reviewer said the power is really where you need it on the road. I have the 06 version, and the new one has added a few HP. Its just a great torquey engine, twist the throttle and it pulls ahead pretty quick through 100mph, even with me on it.

@PsychoPaul13 6 жыл бұрын

What a great looking little cheapie. 😎

@PhaedruS007 6 жыл бұрын

What helmet is that you’re sporting?

@LambChopRides 6 жыл бұрын

It's an AGV X8 carbon naked 👍

@DaveMurphyEngineer 6 жыл бұрын

Would be very interested to compare this to my original ‘curvy’ SV which I am falling in love with all over again. SV’s have always had naff front brakes though, I believe the new one even has the same calipers as the original ‘99 model?

@LambChopRides 6 жыл бұрын

I know this one makes a bit more power than the early one and is a little lighter. mostly the same though. I think your right about the brakes does need upgrading haha. Great fun bike though arnt they :-)

@DaveMurphyEngineer 6 жыл бұрын

Lamb Chop Rides I’ve not really ridden mine for about 2 years. Came back, got it going again and I’ve not stopped smiling.

@grahamknowles3713 6 жыл бұрын

Got one it is very good had a k2 it is lot better love the bends !!!!!

@steady2wheels 6 жыл бұрын

I currently have a k2, what are the differences how is it better?

@soulrebelno1 2 жыл бұрын

I'm thinking of buying an SV650X, John, but I'm just wondering if the drop bars will cause any comfort problems?

@zakw4110 2 жыл бұрын

I have this bike, its incredible but its not something you'll be touring on. After about half an hour your hands and arms will ache from the bent over position.

@soulrebelno1 2 жыл бұрын

@@zakw4110 I got a cracking deal on an SV650, absolutely love the thing!

@zakw4110 2 жыл бұрын

@@soulrebelno1 yeah I love mine the speed is unreal for a 650 and it's cheap for what it is. Just not a great commuter.

@simonander7498 2 жыл бұрын

@@soulrebelno1 how much did you buy it for?

@soulrebelno1 2 жыл бұрын

@@zakw4110 For the price, I can't think of a better bike. It maybe basic, but it's tried-and-tested, very reliable, well put together, very easy to work on, and it sounds fantastic. I bought a Yamaha Ténéré 700 during lockdown last year because basically it was the only bike available! It's a great bike and the CP2 engine is a peach. I like the riding position, its road presence, but I find it too top heavy and a bit too big for my needs. It's just not the bike for me, so it's going. What a relief it was to get back on a naked with 17" wheels! I can't believe how quick the SV650 is and it's perfect for filtering through traffic, I just wish I had bought it last year instead of the Ténéré.

@rider1181 5 жыл бұрын

My next ride

@ragerider6283 5 жыл бұрын

I've never owned one but I really think I should. You just can't go wrong. Plus Suzuki have fixed the front brake for 2019 by upgrading it to an opppsed 4 piston caliper from the original 2 piston sliding one. Should hopefully make a real difference. Could do with shedding a few kilos too but not a deal breaker for me personally. That V-twin engine is worth a few extra kg's at least.

@ragerider6283 5 жыл бұрын

@@digibyke5898 Fair point lol.

@62shalaka 5 жыл бұрын

My 2006 has 60K+ miles and I still love it.

@Motogamna 5 жыл бұрын

Hey mate...whats that you got there on your noggin?

@TheDeceptikron 5 жыл бұрын

I think it's an AGV A-X8 Evo Naked, it's looks pretty similar to my helmet.

@eireannach9072 6 жыл бұрын

I cant believe Suzuki decided to not include an S version. I was really looking forward to see what they would come up with... Not a huge fan of naked bikes and my 2000 sv650s is getting a little old.....

@raydemarco427 6 жыл бұрын

Gary Gaffney But it will always be a beast. I had a 2002 sv650. Now a 2017 and it feels the same! I might have well just kept the old one

@landseverywhere2155 3 жыл бұрын

i learned on a 2000 r6 for the pass year or so and i want to buy this for the first or the scr950,or the xsr 700 i think i'll just pick out of a hat LOL

@CrazyPanda688 6 жыл бұрын

Does the new SV have the problem that the early models had where the lack of bodywork and front mudguard meant that the rain would potentially make you lose the front cylinder? You don’t tend to get these sorts of reviews happening in heavy rain which is a frequent occurrence in the uk

@chenderson4969 5 жыл бұрын

Ben Daulton spark plug tubes can fill up with water and cause a miss fire.

@Jooeffoh 4 жыл бұрын

@@chenderson4969 Well the spark plug entry hole has a drain port in it for any water entering to just drain straight out. Unless of course you let it block up with crap and leave it like that. I have owned an original 1999 Sv650 for the last 20 years and guess how many times I have 'lost the front cylinder'? That would be never! I'll also never sell it. Still makes me grin every time I go out on it for a blast.

@chenderson4969 4 жыл бұрын

Joo-foh they’re a great bike mate no question.

@nicolassolberg5652 6 жыл бұрын

Go Edgar go-o!

@rosuvlad4390 4 жыл бұрын

would you rate this as a beginner bike?

@OrangeGenerator 3 жыл бұрын

If its one of the A2 or LAMS or other restricted models yes it's very much capable at being a beginner bike. In full power, it's a maybe as it then really depends on your personality, experience/skills yada yada etc.

@AquaLoki 6 жыл бұрын

I just saw this bike at a Bike Show. If I was buying a first bike it'd be this, such a nice looking bike. Maybe not quite as pretty as the Ducati Cafe Racer, but i'd imagine its a good bit cheaper.

@LambChopRides 6 жыл бұрын

Only £6,200 so very cheap but doesnt look it. First big bike I think it's perfect tbh

@aditya9600 6 жыл бұрын

Its cheaper than ducati cafe racer but this suzuki will lasts for much longer time.

@woodeye83 4 жыл бұрын

A272?

@tonygibson1969 4 жыл бұрын

I'm planning on getting this for my first bike. Was looking at the regular sv650 but the X locks so sexy. The X stands for sexxxxxxy

@JesusIsLord7773 4 жыл бұрын

you should!!!! i want this too for my first bike.

@johnberwyn23 4 жыл бұрын

I had the same dilemma, was going to buy a new red and black SV650 but then saw this and bit the bullet, bought one today as an upgrade from my 125. So happy. Buy one. :)