Suzuki SV650S Reviews
Latest Reviews
★★★★☆
Written on: 07/05/2012
“Good 'all rounder' 2011 Sv650s”
I bought my Sv new from the Suzuki dealer 30th Sept 2011, purely because at the time i owned a Suzuki Bandit 1200 and trade-in price was better than i could sell it for privately on eBay. So anyway, OTR price was £4465, i got £1550 trade-in so only needed to pay £2915 cash to buy it. I've been riding 17yrs, been through alot of different bikes, Yam DT's, CB's, VFR's, owned a Honda Fireblade for 5yrs from 2003-2008, then a Honda Cg125! for a yr(cheap motoring to work), then a Kawasaki Gpz500(which...
Read full review
★★★★☆
Written on: 16/05/2011
“Lovely bike to ride, had my sv650s for one month now...”
Lovely bike to ride, had my sv650s for one month now and really enjoy being out on it. I find it very easy to ride as my first bike! Been out for a few long rides out and have to say the only negative I can find is that the seat gets a bit uncomfortable after about an hour and a half! But this might b me just being new to riding! On the whole through I find it very fast! (Keeps up with my friends r6 no problem on country lane!) And a pleasure to ride!...
Read full review
★★★★☆
Written on: 08/03/2011
“2010 SV650Sport, this bike is a joy to ride. Great...”
2010 SV650Sport, this bike is a joy to ride. Great bike for all riding styles, easy to live with at low and high revs. Looks great naked and faired, and that V-Twin sounds great, especially with a nice Mivvi GP exhaust stuck on the back... This bike enspires confidence and is comfortable to ride all day. Lots of aftermarket bling available for this bike too, if you want that sort of thing. Bring on the good weather... ...
Read full review
★★★★☆
Written on: 03/02/2011
“W reg Suzuki SV650S ”
W reg Suzuki SV650S I bought an SV650S with aftermarket fairings in blue around a year ago. I had just scrapped a GPX750R Kawasaki after a crash and wanted a confidence rebuilder. I also wanted something with cheap insurance and that's easy to ride. I once rode for 12 hours on B roads from Dorset to Birmingham and back - through Wales. That's one thing I love about this bike - after a few hundred miles you want something stable and forgiving too. I was impressed that I wasn't too sore and...
Read full review
★★★★★
Written on: 26/08/2010
“I've Owned the bike for 4 Months now and can not fault...”
I've Owned the bike for 4 Months now and can not fault it, I've just sold my ZXR400 which was Unrestricted, this pushed out 65Bhp and was a real pocket rocket. When i bought the SV650's i was abit unsure of what to expect. I read one or two reviews online, but never test drove one. (Never even sat on it) I bought it on finance for about £3.700, 1 Owner - 4320 Miles on the clock. Bought from Millenium Motorcycles in Saint Helens, UK. The Bike is Part Faired with a Belly pan, Crash Bungs (Cause...
Read full review
★★★★☆
Written on: 08/07/2010
“I traded my Aprillia Pegaso for the Suzuki SV650s. For...”
I traded my Aprillia Pegaso for the Suzuki SV650s. For one very good reason. I wanted a more fun bike, easy to handle and not so heavy that it goes on it's side if you dont keep the centre of balance right. The Pegaso like all Trials Evo style bikes are pretty high of the ground and because I'm not build like a tank found it a bit heavy up top. Anyway, I looked and looked at all bikes new and used and when I got aboard the Suzi it was love. Beautifully balanced, Light steering and easy riding position.Not...
Read full review
★★★★★
Written on: 04/04/2010
“Sorry to anybody that only thinks this bike is...”
Sorry to anybody that only thinks this bike is average, your wrong. Bikes are just a personal preference but overall these bikes have an excellent reputation. I own and have owned lots of bikes, if i had to own one out of all these it would be the sv 650 without any question. Been lucky enough to ride cbrs, fazers,gsxrs, which are all faster than the sv. But when i go in the garage on a nice sunny day and choose which bike today, its the 2000 model sv 650 that set me back £1200 in front of...
Read full review
★★★★★
Written on: 25/03/2010
“This is a bike to really enjoy, Nimble, Eager, Gutsy &...”
This is a bike to really enjoy, Nimble, Eager, Gutsy & Loveable. The standard can limits mid & top-end performance & sounds like a flatulent frog = Junked it for an appreciable improvement(Blue-flame fitted) The riding position for passenger is the pits, I removed P/seat, P/Footrests,& G/Rail saved lbs in useless dead-weight (fitted seat cowl).The `lizard skin covering on the R/seat is slippery as hell (I bonded a part sheet of luggage grip over it) now bum stays put whilst riding hard. This machine...
Read full review
★★★☆☆
Written on: 05/01/2010
“Its not all its cracked up to be . ”
Its not all its cracked up to be . I have not gelled with my 1999 SV650s, I bought it based on reviews and find it OK. I have a main bike which is a Z1000 an this is a real beast, the best do it all with a great big grin on your face bike, the SV however does not float my boat. I had a 1991 VFR750 before the Sv and it was twice the bike. Buy one if you wish but look at others too, esp the VFR ...
Read full review
★★★★★
Written on: 24/09/2009
“For what your paying this bike is brilliant. SV2009s...”
For what your paying this bike is brilliant. SV2009s model and I have never been happier. The bike is fun to ride an easy to learn on....
Read full review
See next 10 reviews
Showing 1 - 10 of 33 Reviews
★★★★★
Written on: 01/07/2009
“I have been riding a K8 SV Sport from new for three...”
I have been riding a K8 SV Sport from new for three months. Handling is sublime but I'm a bit worried about where the tyres are going in terms of wear. The Dunlop Sportmax leave a 1cm (possibly less but I'm not going to actually measure it) strip of unworn contact with the ground at the front, but more than twice that at the rear - the opposite relation of wear ratio that I experienced with my last two bikes - a Triumph Sprint RS, and a 1999 Suzuki SV650S. These were on Bridgestone BT 020 tyres...
Read full review
★★★★★
Written on: 24/05/2009
“The Suzuki SV650S is definitely not just a novice...”
The Suzuki SV650S is definitely not just a novice bike. Great value, acceleration, reliable, comfortable and plenty fast ...
Read full review
★★★★☆
Written on: 19/05/2009
“Suzuki SV650S Sport, bought from new in October 2008...”
Suzuki SV650S Sport, bought from new in October 2008 (K9 model). Beautiful looking bike, ideal for use as 1st "big" bike. Very forgiving and easy to handle, even for the novice rider. Nice riding position. Very reasonably priced for a new 650cc bike (at the time £3995 - now priced at £5295 May 2009). Although I love riding this bike, I can't see myself buying another Suzuki (see Bad Points) as it's just not worth the hassle....
Read full review
★★★★★
Written on: 19/04/2009
“Bought myself an 07 full faired version with 2000...”
Bought myself an 07 full faired version with 2000 miles on it last November. What a choice I made!!! The Suzuki SV650S is really comfortable to ride and never fails to put a smile on my face whenever I open her out. Even happier when I had the chance to ride a bandit through the black mountains and it made me work really hard to get the same results as my sv650s. You cant go far wrong if your looking for a bike thats cheap to insure, looks great, sounds even better with an after market exhaust and...
Read full review
★★★★★
Written on: 14/04/2009
“The Suzuki SV650S is a fabulous, easy to handle and...”
The Suzuki SV650S is a fabulous, easy to handle and generous bike for those newly back to biking. Full of life and eager to please it has generous power and appears economical. Acquired my 2002 SV with full fairings in bright yellow with just 8k miles on the clock for a meagre £2000. Pristine condition. Great bike. Lots of fun....
Read full reviewKevcollyer's response to Guest's Review
Written on: 23/03/2010
I found this review very helpful because... i am in the process of buying one & am looking for reassurance.
★★★★★
Written on: 09/01/2009
“The Suzuki SV650S is very user friendly and can be a...”
The Suzuki SV650S is very user friendly and can be a beast if you wind it up. it starts to move properly at about 4 -5k and is definately novice friendly if u want it to be, its not a bad looker either, mines on a 08ive had for 7 months and shes as good as new. If you are looking to get this bike then also consider the mid sized ducati monster as it also a nice ride. i have ridden many bikes includin 250 2ts k4 gixxer 6s 97 blade etc and this is buy far the most confy and user friendly the only...
Read full review
★★★★★
Written on: 13/10/2008
“At first I didn't like it too much but the more I ride...”
At first I didn't like it too much but the more I ride the more I like it. Great cornering, exceptional acceleration. The ABS is a nice plus also. The V-Twin puts off a nice rumble, getting ready to put aftermarket exhaust on over the winter. Think I settled for a yoshi slip on....
Read full review
★★★★★
Written on: 23/09/2008
“Love the bike. Lots of torque and nice long flat power...”
Love the bike. Lots of torque and nice long flat power band. Good seating position; able to tuck down into a very sporty drive or sit up to see and relax. Great fuel economy when riding with a view for fuel economy; I can get 320-350km on a tank of 91Octane. Once one gets used to the torque it is easy to handle and ride. At the same time it can be flexed and pushed to be a capable and fast bike....
Read full review
★★★★☆
Written on: 17/09/2008
“Very good for money even with niggly bits top end 128...”
Very good for money even with niggly bits top end 128 mph according to the book, but I'll not try this so I'll just trust them on that. Handles very well is forgiving of most mistakes stick with good tyres came with Bridgestone got nearly 3,000 miles changed to metzlers handled like crazy in the wet and on white lines and tended to tip into bends now on pilot road2 much lighter more sure footed feel. Fair mpg, insurance reasonable ride position ok for about 2- 3 hours if not overly fit nice bike....
Read full review
★★★★★
Written on: 15/09/2008
“Light but rigid frame. Excellent engine, very...”
Light but rigid frame. Excellent engine, very flexible, plenty of power but economical as well. Love this bike. Need to ride within the limitations of the front forks but no big drama there....
Read full review
See next 10 reviews
Showing 11 - 20 of 33 Reviews
★★★★★
Written on: 27/08/2008
“Mine is 2004 model never had a problem. Very happy...”
Mine is 2004 model never had a problem. Very happy with it. Great sound with aftermarket muffler. Great v twin engine, sporty riding position and looks. Good for 206km/h after first service. Smoooth gearbox....
Read full review
★★★★★
Written on: 08/08/2008
“This is my third motorcycle to date and my first...”
This is my third motorcycle to date and my first upgrade from a 125 since passing my test back in October last year. I really wanted a Kawasaki ER-6F and very nearly bought one but for some reason I couldn't find anywhere that would insure me for less than about £1100 on third party only so out of interest I did some quotes for the SV and got £739 on fully comp, with a 250 excess, legal cover and 30 days European cover, which for a young driver with two years no claims I think is fantastic!...
Read full review
★★★★★
Written on: 26/07/2008
“I have done 25,000 miles in just over 2 years in all...”
I have done 25,000 miles in just over 2 years in all weathers, the Suzuki SV650 has been used! It cost me £4k new which is real value for the performance and handling that you get. Even the build quality isn't too bad. Mine has never let me down. Other than tyres and one set of rear brake pads it has only required a new battery. With a scotoiler from new the chain and sprockets have plenty of life still. The performance is more than adequate for road use and there is the satisfaction of using...
Read full reviewSpriggy's response to 386216_Gary PB's Review
Written on: 18/01/2011
I found this review very helpful because. just passed my test and saw this bike naked version in black looks fantastic on a 04 plate 1900 quid thought this was reasonable thanks again for the review the decision has been made SV650 it is cheers
★★★★★
Written on: 10/07/2008
“Just bought my first 08 Suzuki sv650s could not be...”
Just bought my first 08 Suzuki sv650s could not be happier. This was my first bike and very easy to learn on....
Read full review
★★★★★
Written on: 12/06/2008
“Brilliant bike for first time riders, brilliant for...”
Brilliant bike for first time riders, brilliant for learning to wheelie all around brilliant bike. Handles brilliantly and very unusual for a twin to cope well in town at low speeds! Excellent bike and sounds sweet with a devil can....
Read full review
★★★★★
Written on: 04/06/2008
“Great for starters. Good to mod. with larger rear...”
Great for starters. Good to mod. with larger rear sprockets for a little more punch on the lower end. Needs racing rear sets for improved turning. (but not bad as is)...
Read full review
★★★★★
Written on: 24/05/2008
“Great bike to start off with, handling and performance...”
Great bike to start off with, handling and performance are good for first time riders very forgiving bike....
Read full review
★★★★☆
Written on: 20/04/2008
“Good tractable engine, lots of torque. Easy to handle...”
Good tractable engine, lots of torque. Easy to handle especially in curves. Fuel consumption is good for the miles done if ridden sensibly. Over-all a good little machine that will not let you down even when you ride against bigger machines making up time lost on the straights in the corners....
Read full review
★★★★★
Written on: 30/12/2007
“Fantastic ride quality and lovely smooth power.”
Fantastic ride quality and lovely smooth power....
Read full review
★★★★★
Written on: 23/06/2007
“This is my first bike and I cannot recommend it highly...”
This is my first bike and I cannot recommend it highly enough for that. Great value for money. My best mate immediately traded in his bandit for one when he'd ridden mine for the day. He's owned everything from muscle bikes to R6's and he says its the easiest fast bike he's ever ridden. Great for fast twisties and Sunday blasts (which is what mine's for). Lots of bits to add if you want - my bikes gone from standard to the proud owner of tail tidy, belly pan, double bubble black screen, hugger and...
Read full review
See next 10 reviews
Showing 21 - 30 of 33 Reviews
★★★★★
Written on: 18/05/2006
“The Suzuki SV650S is a great bike for almost any use....”
The Suzuki SV650S is a great bike for almost any use. Fast because of light weight, flexible bullet proof engine, great looking, sounds good, nice handling, very chuckable. More than just a great first proper bike, this is still the bike I usually take, given the choice with an R1. It's just so much fun on those B roads....
Read full review
★★★★★
Written on: 12/01/2006
“The Suzuki SV650S is a fantastic first bike, it's...”
The Suzuki SV650S is a fantastic first bike, it's service interval is pretty long, and cheap parts. Handling is great and acceleration is fantastic cos it's so light. Although it responds well to an exhaust system , I had a Blue Flame can on mine, made it sound fruity and gave it a boost mid range in torque.
Corrosion is a problem on fork legs and engine cover - can be solved by spraying wax after a good clean....
★★★★★
Written on: 03/09/2005
“Overall I would certainly recommend the Suzuki SV650S...”
Overall I would certainly recommend the Suzuki SV650S 650 to anyone.
It is an easy bike to handle with a good riding position. Not outright Sports position, nor bolt upright, but slightly leaning forward.
No pain on wrists experienced, or on back. But will get a bit sore after 100 miles.
Cornering is excellent and in my ownership of this bike I wanted to ride and explore the countryside more and more frequently. A great bike for an outright blast 90mph plus, or for a sedate relaxed cruise...
overview
Share this page?
Top 5 Motorcycles
To calculate the top 5's we take the following factors into account:
• All the star ratings the company/product has received,
• The number of reviews
• How recent the reviews are
As rated by real users
-
1. Yamaha XJR1300
52 reviews read latest review -
2. Suzuki TS50 X 50cc
50 reviews read latest review -
3. Yamaha FZS600 Fazer 600
53 reviews read latest review -
4. Triumph Bonneville T100 865cc
43 reviews read latest review -
5. Yamaha FJ1200 3CV
39 reviews read latest review
Latest Reviews in Motorcycles
-
CPI SM Supermoto
"It has given me a lot of problems" Read More
-
Suzuki TS50 X 50cc
"Just brilliant." Read More
-
Suzuki SV650S
"Good 'all rounder' 2011 Sv650s" Read More
-
Yamaha FJ1200 3CV
"My 900mile weekend away on my ..." Read More
-
Triumph Bonneville T100 865cc
"Most Satisfying Middlewight Pe..." Read More
Latest items in Motorcycles
Hot Stuff in Motorcycles
Brands
See All ▼
Hide All ▲
