In an interview a sukuki rep said that they were keeping the SV650. If the GSX-8S is replacing anything it’s probably the GSX-S750. The 750 allegedly doesn’t sell very well. Along with being within $300 of the msrp of the 8S and the fact that Suzuki doesn’t even have a 2023 model of the base 750 listed on their website.

@AdamWaheed

Жыл бұрын

Jeez, that's crazy. The GSX-S750 is a great bike. I would rather have a four-cylinder than a two-cylinder any day of the week, especially for near the same price!

@AdamWaheed

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the astute observation, MoleMan. We value audience members who bring something interesting to the community table.

@anxiousappliance

Жыл бұрын

I tend to agree. The 750 is already gone in Europe, and I was surprised to see it back for another year - as a last minute announcement. Feels like it is running out the string. A super nice machine. It would be great if Suzuki surprised everyone and came out with an R version f the SV - upside down forks, nice 4 pots, LCD, and a just a general sexing up. Give the old girl a make over - but not too much...but enough to make it just that much better.

@alphacapo

Жыл бұрын

Exactly people keep saying they are getting rid of sv and it's so obvious they aren't there is no point to the 750 4cyl. When they have the 1k

@alphacapo

Жыл бұрын

@anxiousappliance why they just did all of that with the 8s. The sv is the budget option do all bike.

keep it as is and keep making them. cheap, simple, reliable!

I want the SV650 to be continued. I love it.

To everyone saying this bike needs this, this and that. No, it doesnt, being simple and basic is part of what makes it an SV and the sole reason it can sell for the price it does. Adding literal cents will make a big impact on price, its called value engineering.

@The.JZA.

5 ай бұрын

Agreed and the good thing about this bike is you can upgrade it. You could update all of the lights to LED for a couple hundred bucks and it'll still be way cheaper than an MT07. You could even do some suspension upgrades and it'll still be cheaper than an MT07. In New Zealand, where I live, the SV650 is $9999 and the MT07 is $15,499. Crazy. For $5,499 you could do a lot of upgrades to the SV650.

@johnnydoe725

2 ай бұрын

Fully agree. SV has always been rough, pure fun V-twin bike for everyone, with no bullshit attached. If you want some glitter toys for non-hetero-orthodox, Suzuki is the wrong address.

man, if they just refreshed it with sexy led lights and tft screen - I think this could still keep selling well for a bit

@42crazyguy

Жыл бұрын

That sounds awful

@exothermal.sprocket

11 ай бұрын

@@42crazyguy Did you fart?

1:30 I now own a generation 2 SV 650, but I started out on the gladius. I got it after years of being off of two wheels for a while, and a little out of touch with the industry…before I knew how much everybody hated them. It was a wonderful bike. It did look a little bit like a toy, so it often got underestimated, but it was just as fast and fun as any other SV out there. Absolute rocket ship. If you have one, just swap out the front headlight with a round one, and it starts to look way more cool. I can’t believe how many people lose their minds over the droopy boob headlight when it can be so easily swapped. Unfortunately mine got stolen. That’s when I replaced it with the G2. I still miss the old Gladdy.

@ws8080

Жыл бұрын

I don't understand the dislike for the Gladius, and it may have been ahead of its time when you look at the MT bikes from Yamaha that took it's look a step further and more Transformers-like.... Like you, I have a gen2 SV and hope to keep it until I can no longer ride!

I have a '19 SV650x. I honestly can't see myself ever getting rid of it - it's so damn fun. IXIL exhaust, United Pacific LED headlight, fender eliminator, and bar end mirrors make it look so much better. At 150lbs, the bike is fast enough for me.

I hope Suzuki keeps the sv650 one of the best value for money bikes in the market. IMHO. There is so much aftermarket support for this platform you can turn this bike into whatever you like.

I hope Suzuki keeps this thing around; I've had 2 SVs and they were my gateway into road bikes

What Suzuki should do is a half-naked/faired bike like the SV650S. Both the MK1 & II, the S version of the bike was very popular.

I own SV650 '22. An all-rounder bike mainly used it for commuting.

Bought a 22' and absolutely love it.

I owned a 2009 DL650 and that motor was absolutely awesome!

@DonPrecedens

Жыл бұрын

Had 2007 DL650 and loved torque, that thing had power feed from 3k rpm and up

Love the sound of that V engine

Keep making this V twin.

Thank you for your great reviews

It's one of their best selling bikes of all time and still sells great, it would be soo dumb to discontinue it. It's a legend!

I regret not buying this bike when I went to the dealer in 2007. I sat on an SV650 then sat on the VStrom 650 which was a little more roomy so I bought it. But the Vstrom was heavier, taller, less nimble, slower & more expensive. I had to buy lowering links after I replaced the horrible seat. Center of gravity was high & at 492 pounds wet I couldn't pick it up when I dropped it in the garage as I got older so I sold it. If I had got the SV650 I'd be riding it today.

@suprlite

Ай бұрын

Then buy a used SV650 instead of regretting not to.

@lgwappo

Ай бұрын

@@suprlite I got a Honda NC700X.

Yes! I miss my Gladius quite a bit. I've had quite a few bikes, mostly one liter bikes, but there was something really special about that Gladius. I rode a friend's sv650 and it wasn't anywhere near as comfortable or torqued out. I had the optional fly screen and rode it all year round to work, everywhere! I did have to replace the stock seat with the Suzuki upgrade seat. Anyway, yeah it was one of the most enjoyable and practical bikes I've ever owned. I loved completely surprising many modified turbo cars that wanted to try me at a light. It would do 11.7 second quarter mile times and it topped out pegged at 137mph. It wasn't exactly an 09' R1, but I just loved riding that sfv650 V-twin! It's a very very underrated motorcycle. It's a do it all bike, seriously.

There’s nothing like a sport V-twin engine. I’m still riding a SV1000s. Addicted to that torque.

My first bike was a LS650, good bike but sold it 7 months later and bought a SV650. Rode it for 9 years. Sold it and bought a WeeStrom. Sold it 7 months later and got a VStrom. Kept it and bought a SV650S again soon after. Brilliant bikes! They don’t sell well new because we’re all still enjoying 20 year old SV’s.

This bike is a great value proposition with an absolute gem of an engine. Don't forget about the massive aftermarket support of the SV650 with very tasty accessories to make it the way you desire. Also, what happened to the other half of Adam's moustache??

I had a sv650 as my first bike, 2001 model year. First bike I was able to scrape peg with lol having just sold a ‘14 fz09 I’m looking at a ‘15 fz07 now. 4800 ain’t bad for a bike that is versatile though I have been wanting a sport bike for its premium suspension

Got the 2021 model and I love it

Hi Adam, how do you have your microphone connected to the GoPro? Thanks!

Have a blue '23 SV. Enjoy the heck out of it. I agree about the LED headlight.I put a SilverStar Ultra H4 in, still dim compared to my Z900. The Z's LED is brilliant. Very glad I bought one. Enjoy your commentary. BTW, my SV gets app. 54 mpg average.

@Fiqih

Жыл бұрын

Can you make the review vid, i'd watch that

@anxiousappliance

11 ай бұрын

Slap in an aftermarket LED - you won't regret it.

@TrustyZ900

9 ай бұрын

@@Fiqih I'd like to, but I'm pretty electronically challenged.

@TrustyZ900

9 ай бұрын

@@anxiousappliance I put a Cyclops H4 in and wow complete transformation. Little pricey at $89 US, but well worth it. Going to try and put one in my 3rd gen DL650.

Such a classic!

I just purchased a 2022 SV last year. I like the traditional headlight and trellis frame, new bike designs look like insects

Great bike thanks for sharing

lovely, simple and great bike ...

I hope to be getting this as my First bike. I can find plenty for good Prices used, and it seems to be very reliable

I have a 2019 SV650X. Do they even make the X version anymore?

I have a 1999 SV 650S, I love it, it has given me no problems other than the ''O'' rings in the water pump never going to get rid of it.

As far as sounding off, Yes I'd like it to continue. In fact, I'd like to see them update the VStrom 250 to be 350cc and bring it to the US as well. Why let KTM, Kawasaki, and BMW sell their little adventure bikes here when Suzuki has had one all along? I know the parallel twins are cheaper to make, but prefer the character of the v-twin.

I'm really thinking hard about this bike. I was planning to but used 2003+ model, but pricing is so good. I can have the older model for about third or maybe half the price (2007+) of new one or save some more money and buy new one next season.

So do you thing it will be still available for 2024?

This is such a gem of an engine. Suzuki needs to find a way to cram it in to a T7 chassis and put a bash plate on it.

i live in a region of Japan that sees many people use bikes for commuting and touring. And yet i never see SV650`s on the road. last year i spotted a Gladius model, but that`s about it. people don`t seem to like that model at all. GSX250R is a really popular bike, though.

@the.communist

Жыл бұрын

People are stupid

Bro this bike good for hight way?

Keep it it works great bike!

This is the Ducati mounter we want 😂

@anxiousappliance

11 ай бұрын

Yeah the monster has "evolved", but that engine is lovely.

I’m getting another SV650. Had an 03’ Yellow and 04’ Silver. Want a 23’ Nardo Grey

The goat of all around bike. Period.

Bought a 23 sv 650 abs as my first bike. Love every moment. The seat gets kinda uncomfortable after 2 hours or so.

@georgesears2916

Жыл бұрын

Had a 2nd Gen SV650S, same problem. I'm afraid that's just the price you pay for the sporty riding position and great handling. You can get gel seats that help but I wouldn't go messing too much with the handlebars or foot pegs. Enjoy the bike gor what it is and take a break during long rides 😊

@phobosbot81

Жыл бұрын

Put a Bagster seat, totally worth the money

Headlamp is the best bit

i have the 22’ X model and it’s great and looks great too. Sure it’s not as comfortable ergonomically but it’s a great weekend bike

@Kokotakis

Жыл бұрын

I’ve got the 2020 X version. Did some simple mods - it’s a real head turner. Fun, easy and didn’t break the bank. Great bike

A final edition SV with the old school oval tube frame would rock like Ramstein.

08:27 where is the canister under the seat??

Is the engine reliable over all?

The value for money on this bike is insane. It's currently $9,999 NZD including tax but excluding registration which is $6250 USD. Most of the other bikes in this class (MT07 etc) are $15,000-$16,000. You can upgrade all of the lights to LED and do some suspension tweaks and it'll still cost less than the competition.

They should definitely bring the new technology to this bike without changing its style and carisma

I've loved this bike since 1999 and I will miss it if/when it is discontinued. Get yourself a drop in H4 LED bulb and some braided brake lines and solve those very minor issues. Please Suzuki, don't kill the SV.

I got a SV650S 09. Love it even though i maybe too big for it😅

I love the so-called old-school naked Suzuki bikes - have a gen 2 SV650 and an old 93 Bandit 400. Given the current move for retro bikes, they should continue the SV as long as it sells, and now that Kawasaki is bringing back an in-line 400, how about resurrecting the screamer Bandit 400 with ABS and new tech?!

I own 2017 and love it ! Suzuki needs to add an inverted fork and new rear swing arm and 20 hp 10 lbs ft torque .

@2WheelsGood.01

Жыл бұрын

And that will be a $10k+ bike. No longer an SV.

@farmoboy83

Жыл бұрын

only an improved front suspension and leds would make it brilliant. We dont need more 20hp fpr what this bike was designed for. 73hp from this vtwin is amazing for street use and as reliable as a motorbike engine can be.

The lower price point and the classic looks should attract some customers who don’t want the 8s. I hope they keep making it .

Everything is amortized, and if it is euro 5 - it would be a mistake to discontinue it as L twins are distinctive and there is a rightness about the whole machine. It would be great if they upgraded forks, slapped on a modern display for the punters, and how expensive can LEDs be, they're in the parts bin. The X was half hearted but a sweet R model and a classic bikini fairing model would be fun. Hamamatsu can surprise.

Too bad they went away from the proper cool aluminum frame and around the same time stopped making the s version...which was the cool one

I havé sv 650 2017 and i like it . just a Level high for the seat. -

@phobosbot81

Жыл бұрын

Put a Bagster seat, totally worth the money

I love this bike :) as a 50 old beginner, do you thing it is beginner friendly!? For me the SV is a proper bike for everything :)

@Live2Ride39

Жыл бұрын

Yes it’s perfect as a beginner bike. I’m 57 and bought one a year ago and got the license in September. Easy to handle and you get some help from the Low RPM Assist. 7 years warranty here in Sweden😊

@Motoristika

Жыл бұрын

@@Live2Ride39 Thank you!! Here in Serbia the warranty is 2 years!? Do you took A2 version or full power? I just love this bike and hope to buy it soon :)

@Live2Ride39

Жыл бұрын

@@Motoristika Full power. It’s not frightening in any way. And with the age we take more risk based decisions, not only acting upon impulse. I hope😊 Got back from a trip now, 120Km around some lakes. Mostly 70Km/h roads, twisties.

@anxiousappliance

11 ай бұрын

Get the ABS model.

@Motoristika

11 ай бұрын

@@anxiousappliance In Europe is only the ABS version :)

Gladius? Pink with yellow polka dots? I’ll take one.

Your speaking audio was near nonexistent on the right side. Bike audio when it was there and end music came through both sides clearly. Nearly left within the first minute because of this but stuck it out to see if it would clear up.

Would be nice to see an R/SE model. Auto makers are good at this upmodel halo ... Motorcycle manufacturers sometimes make it happen too. 😢

True Legend

40 mpg??? How were you riding? If you're nice to it, you'll get 55-60.

Just made my motorcycle license last week and bought a brand new sv650 this week. I hope i will be happy learing the unwritten rules on this bike

i bought one last week

my first bike. put 21K on it. sold it but kind of want another.

I would take the SV over the 8S. The engine on the SV is just so good!

Someone give this man a comb

Perfectly balanced, as all things should be -Thanos

Old - new Bandit ?

ciao, the jacked is beatifull

There are not enough mid-sized V twins these days and Suzuki would be foolish to completely abandon the V. Ideally, I'd love to see them make an all new larger 700-800cc V Twin, continue with trellis steel frame, adopt a single sided swing-arm, USD forks and keep it as a naked and a half faired sports bike 👌Not everyone wants a parallel twin and why copy everyone else and play into the competitions hands. GO your own way Suzuki. We all loved the SV and there's no reason we wouldn't love an even better improved one.

Keep the SV650 with a few upgrade options.

Hopefully suzuki will keep it, not everyone want 800cc.

I'd like a naked bike just like the SV650 or the new 8 that's suitable for people that are 6'4 : )

Is the SV650 a good bike to learn how to wheelie on? Or do you think KTM 690 Duke is better? Id buy a used one, and also use for commuting, 10mins (Europe) Any other opinion? Thanks!

@mhoeij

Жыл бұрын

Not a good choice for long wheelies, the oil pump doesn't reach the oil when you do that.

@CassiusGreen

Жыл бұрын

Not sure if it happens to all generations but on the first two, any wheelie will starve the front cylinder of oil and kill it very very fast.

Thanks for the review. It's a shame the SV got fatter over the years... Suzuki wanted to keep costs low and ditched the aluminum frames for the heavier steel frame... Suspension or brakes never really improved. For years people improved the suspension, threw on GSXR front ends, and so on... but Suzuki never supported it from the factory. (Didn't want to cut into GSXR sales, I'm sure..) I had a 1st gen SV which I absolutely loved. Pretty solid chassis, light weight, and a brilliant engine. I'll be sad to see it go if it does.

@anthonycapriotti7056

Жыл бұрын

Same here, first gen alloy trellis frame was the best and lightest, all it needed was FI and minor brake and suspension updates. Instead it got FI with weight gain.

I thought Mo Salah has started to ride bikes beside playing soccer for liverpool.😂😂😂

There on sale at the dealerships all over the Phoenix valley! I might pick one up…

@lw8447

Жыл бұрын

They will just add more BS fees to that low low price.😂

This color looks better than the ABS model to me.

@TrustyZ900

9 ай бұрын

No way. The metallic reflective blue looks excellent, especially with the bronze frame and wheels. Love it.

Hard to say if a 776cc twin cylinder class bike is going to get rid of the 650-class. As we can see, there's plenty in this class of displacement: Kawasaki: Versys 650, Vulcan S, Ninja 650, Z650 Honda: CB650R, CBR650R Yamaha: MT-07, YZF-R7 Triumph: Trident 660 Royal Enfield: Continental GT 650 Aprilia: Tuono 660 KTM: 690 SMC R And Suzuki is just going out of the 650 class? Doesn't make a lot of sense. Really wish journalists would stop comparing 650 twins to 750-800cc twins. They obviously aren't the same class, aren't the same power, aren't the same price.

The Suzuko should start selling non-ABS SV650 only along with GSX-8S

@anxiousappliance

11 ай бұрын

why?

@aequitas8749

9 ай бұрын

@@anxiousappliance , GSXS-8S for all the rider aids and electronics and the SV650 for the bare and raw motorcycle experience.

There's no reason to replace the SV650. All the tooling has been amortized long ago, and people keep buying them. They're basically churning these things out for the cost of materials by now.

I've wanted Suzuki to put proper suspension and brakes on this bike for, oh I dunno, 20 years!

@farmoboy83

Жыл бұрын

agree, the modern 4 pot calipers and abs i believe are already very good compared to my non abs 2005 model but suspension is still pretty basic and should be improved

@anxiousappliance

11 ай бұрын

They upgraded both not that long ago. Lot of bikes with dual 2 pistons.

Try Playback Speed: 1.25

They can't kill this bike. Porsche tried to kill the 911 in the 80's but people kept buying them over its supposed replacement, the 928.

Still no slipper clutch.

As long as it can pass EuroV and Suzuki has parts to build them, the SV will likely linger around. If Suzuki comes out with a new 300-500ish twin motor (that woll be shared with a DS/ADV) , then I'll declare the SV headed to the pasture. The Strom 650, on the other hand, I expect to see go away once the current crop is sold out.

If anything, suzuki should stop aiming at the Ducati Monster and realign its sight to the Scrambler. Same engine, probably new new frame. I wont even complain if they kept tech the same aside from switchable ABS Edit: Or double down with the 1989-2000 japanese naked bike aesthetic

People always liked it for one main reason, it is cheap both new or second hand. For that kind of money you can not ask for more, simple means reliable. It's adequate for small guys and women, yes I know this statement hurts but this is the truth, it's a small bike preferred by women. A big, tall guy above 6 feet will look like a bear on a bicycle on it.

This bike replaces the gsxs750 no way they get rid of the sv.

Abs should be standard. Euro 4 required abs. Euro 5 requires TC. Many Most European bikes especially Ducati and KTM come standard with stability control/IMu. Cars usa starting 2012 mandated stability control. I am sure motorcycles will follow. Led headlights should be standard for safety as well. Those old halogen dirty T shirt type headlight lighting is dangerous.

@phobosbot81

Жыл бұрын

That is not totally true, in Europe the 2023 SV 650 is Euro 5 compliant and it has no TC

SURVEY TIME! Thumbs up, those who DON'T WANT SUZUKI TO RETIRE THE SV!

I had a gladius as my first street bike. It was awesome. I sold it with 34,000 miles and it never gave me a problem. The new SV650's look great and I would buy one if they had a more advance suspension. That new GSX8S or whatever you call it looks like smeared dog poop.

@doughamilton4245

Жыл бұрын

The specs of the 8S in terms of engine and braking, and weight! But it looks like absolute ass I agree

I have two bikes, a 2021 Yamaha MT-09 and the 2023 SV650 (the same bike in this review) I bought a few days ago. I love both of them, but I’m surprised to find I may actually be loving the SV650 more…

Sv is hot right now

There's something to be said for a design that needs such little improvement or change over the course of ~25 years, sometimes the design/concept just works perfectly (like sharks & alligators!). Sure, some improvements would be nice, especially in terms of display and suspension, but really- they've got it so well balanced and such a great price point that expensive changes might be hard to justify. I have a 2017 SV650 with ABS and I love it for commuting (though my ride is only about 20 miles each way) and was surprised by the comment of only 40mpg. I average between 55-60mpg with speeds on my commute ranging from 30-60mph and rpms usually around 5000 +/- 1000.

If I see Daniel Day-Lewis or Ben Kingsley are in a movie I'm watching it. If I see Waheed in the KZread video poster image I'm watching it.