At a test session at Bedford Autodrome, Ex British Superbike Champion, John Reynolds rode the new Sport and commented, “Despite the obvious attraction for new riders, the SV650 is actually a great sports bike which is very competent and entertaining on track. Due to the V-twin power characteristics it not intimidating for first time trackday riders either”.
Sporty, sharp-edged styling that highlights the V-twin engine. Sleek profile with low front and raised rear. Original rear styling that includes a distinctive tail lamp consisting of two vertical lines of LED lights. SV650S version complete with half fairing and riding position tailored for sporty riding and winding roads due to footrest position and lower clip-on type bars. Proven 650cc V-twin engine providing superb acceleration and easy operation. New feature SDTV (Suzuki Dual Throttle Valve) fuel-injection system for superior response. PAIR (Suzuki Pulsed-secondary AIR) system, catalyzer and O2 feedback control for reduced emissions. Lightweight, compact chassis for easy manouvering and agile handling. Highly rigid high-vacuum cast aluminium frame. Practical and convenient features include a grabrail, luggage hocks, a storage compartment large enough for a U-lock and a clock. Large 17-litre fuel tank. Modern vertical layout instrument cluster with analogue tachometer and LCD digital speedometer. Adjustable pre-load front forks with 41mm inner tubes Powerful twin-piston front brake calipers with 290mm floating discs and a single piston rear brake caliper with 220mm disc. 17 inch aluminium alloy wheels with 120/60ZR17 front and 160/60ZR17 rear radial tyres.