Suzuki SFV650 Gladius review

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  • Опубліковано 3 сер 2016
  • My last ride on my beloved Gladius! Unfortunately had trouble uploading the video, so had to use 720p :-(

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  • @TheHomeExpert5
    @TheHomeExpert5 2 роки тому +2

    People make fun of the looks of the Gladius, but the way you've got a decked out with the Fairing and the color scheme, that thing looks amazing. I would buy it from you in a heartbeat.

  • @dremyofit6719
    @dremyofit6719 7 років тому +2

    another good job on the upgrades. Girlpower-packed thinking 🎯😎

  • @TheOceanJames
    @TheOceanJames 7 років тому

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    • @speedbird8987
      @speedbird8987  7 років тому

      Yes, I've been really happy with it. I discovered it on someone else's vlog. They compared a bunch of cameras and they talked about the Sena Prism Tube and how you can use it straight out of the box because it comes with everything you need. It may not be as good as a GoPro, but for my needs it's perfect!

  • @Markycarandbikestuff
    @Markycarandbikestuff 4 роки тому +6

    Learned to ride here in Scotland on a 650 Gladius (we have different training here in the UK compared to America), they are tough bikes, the one I used was a 2008 and had 80,000 miles on it and still rode fine (had proper maintenance though), I passed my test in Feb this year and bought a 2004 GSXR 600 which I love but think i'll buy a Gladius too next year, they are great bikes.

    • @Ladosligese
      @Ladosligese 2 роки тому

      illbe getting me one of these as my first bike .. taking license next year .. 43 years old -.- so :D .. and ive read up on it and the engine is better then the sv650 .. only thing people dont like is the styling .. i however find it look rather good .. dont see why people hate on this but love the MT / FZ line

    • @Markycarandbikestuff
      @Markycarandbikestuff 2 роки тому

      @@Ladosligese I'm 50 : ), i ended up getting a Ducati Monster 696 last year, it's been great, has a bit more character than the Gladius, just as easy to ride, i also bought a Gen 1 Hayabusa and still have the GSXR so quite a collection, the Hayabusa is surprisingly easy to ride even for a novice like me. Good luck with the tests, you will love it.

    • @jomontel3102
      @jomontel3102 2 роки тому

      I have my Gladius 2010 at 72000 kms and still in great condition like new...one of the toughest bike i have

    • @county_bear9509
      @county_bear9509 Рік тому

      I know it’s late but considering your experience on a 600 but want for a more naked upright bike that you may want to consider a gsxs 750.

  • @marcinpiak3540
    @marcinpiak3540 5 років тому +3

    I think it looks great in black! Ride safe.

  • @toby7504
    @toby7504 7 років тому +2

    thanks for a good video. My wife are getting her license in the spring and she looking to buy a Gladius. I think your blogg made up her mind.

    • @speedbird8987
      @speedbird8987  7 років тому

      Toby 750 - it was a great bike - was sorry to see it go - I'm sure your wife will be very happy with a Gladius.

    • @toby7504
      @toby7504 7 років тому +1

      absolutly...she loved the things you had done to her...she looked cool

  • @iniakpmarc28
    @iniakpmarc28 6 років тому +1

    I think it looks great in black. Ride safe.

  • @1sidsnot
    @1sidsnot Рік тому +1

    I love the style.. Best ever I'm in love with mine!

  • @Acaballero91
    @Acaballero91 4 роки тому +4

    Great video! Where did you get that windshield from? Is it effective in deflecting the wind?

  • @EllisBurton3339
    @EllisBurton3339 5 років тому +5

    Hi guys Im a hairy assed old guy who has ridden everything from a Honda C90 to a ZZR1100 to a Yamaha FZ1S and i love my Gladius ...

  • @jimdoolan2277
    @jimdoolan2277 4 роки тому

    Hi watch your video yesterday really enjoyed it was wondering if you got the new bike and what you thought of it I am looking at one at the moment sv650 Gladius 2015 do like the seat you have got on your bike i do own a DL650 2018 which has the same engine as the sv650
    Cheers from new Zealand

  • @louvega8414
    @louvega8414 3 роки тому +1

    Hey, nice review. How did the FZ-07 compare to the SV/SFV? Which do you prefer?

  • @MissVis
    @MissVis 7 років тому

    I love your bike. It's very pretty. I also want a Gladius.

  • @MrRamdragon
    @MrRamdragon 6 років тому +2

    I don't get it.... You convinced me the Gladius was the right bike for you and you got it modded to your liking -- So why trade out of it? The FZ07 wouldn't necessarily be better. This isn't meant to be a criticism, I would really like to know. How did it work out, can you honestly say the FZ07 is the best bike for you, without any regrets for giving up the Gladius?

    • @speedbird8987
      @speedbird8987  6 років тому +2

      MrRamdragon - I have to say that I loved both of these bikes. In some ways I regretted getting ride of the Gladius, which was a very comfortable, easy to ride bike. The FZ07 was lighter and more modern in appearance. I didn’t have to replace the seat on the FZ as it was comfortable from the get go. I loved the TBR exhaust system on the FZ. They were both great bikes in their own ways. And I refer to both of them in the past tense because I’m now riding an FZ09, which again has some majors pluses, but is a little taller and a bit harder to manage, but overall a better bike than either of the other two. 😄

  • @PCDoctorUSA
    @PCDoctorUSA 4 роки тому

    Links for the mods you made?

  • @vhockada
    @vhockada 7 років тому +2

    Of course your salesman will tell you that, he's trying to sell you a bike lol.

  • @sevind7
    @sevind7 2 роки тому

    Did the exhaust heat up the bags at all?

  • @davidrennicks2484
    @davidrennicks2484 3 роки тому

    Why would you change it??

  • @petroosabdollahian1648
    @petroosabdollahian1648 4 роки тому

    nice video, I'm a beginner motorcyclist, am small 166cm so which bike of this equation is right for me? I drive daily to work in the city and also the highway and sometimes during a weekend round of recreational so, which one? this or GSR600 or GSX R 600 or Kawa ER 6 N

    • @speedbird8987
      @speedbird8987  4 роки тому +1

      Probably not the Gixxer! But I can't speak to the other two. I think a 500cc or 650cc naked or faired bike is perfect for an adult with some experience. and they are very good "all-round" bikes -- good for commuting, taking on the highway, running errands, or just joy riding for day trips. The GSX Rs are race bikes and not very comfortable for the average rider.

    • @petroosabdollahian1648
      @petroosabdollahian1648 4 роки тому

      Thanks for reaction, i tried Honda cb600 f, it is a super bike with 4 cylinders but still nice to ride

  • @paulo506090
    @paulo506090 6 років тому +1

    Hey Man!!! i want to buy a seat like this! I live in Brazil, do you know how i do it??

    • @speedbird8987
      @speedbird8987  6 років тому +1

      Paulo Oliveira - it’s a Corbin seat. You have to order them direct from Corbin. They cost about $465 US. Not cheap but worth every penny.

    • @paulo506090
      @paulo506090 6 років тому

      Thank you very much !!!

  • @art7833
    @art7833 7 років тому

    What brand of side bag with rack and price ? thank you.

    • @speedbird8987
      @speedbird8987  7 років тому

      สับปะรด เรซซิ่ง the bags were Hepco and Becker - the C-bow system- pretty expensive but really good quality bags. I think I ordered them from MotoMachines.

    • @art7833
      @art7833 7 років тому

      Thank you very much

  • @ayachist
    @ayachist 7 років тому

    how much did it cost you for the Corbin seats ?

    • @speedbird8987
      @speedbird8987  7 років тому

      seif ayachi the Corbin seat was about $450 US. I still have it if you want to make me an offer.

    • @soringmarin
      @soringmarin 7 років тому +1

      Speedbird, i can give you 100$ for the corbin seat.

    • @speedbird8987
      @speedbird8987  7 років тому

      Marin Sorin - sorry - it was $450 new, and it's in perfect condition- I can't let it go for less than $250

    • @MrsTWorkman
      @MrsTWorkman 7 років тому

      Do you still have the seat? I am interested in buying the seat. I have the Gladius 2013 SFV 650? Contact me at tammylworkman@gmail.com if you do please

  • @rubixronnie3409
    @rubixronnie3409 7 років тому +7

    Put some proper gear on for gods sake!

    • @speedbird8987
      @speedbird8987  7 років тому

      Rubix Ronnie - I normally do, but was just riding the bike to a local park to do the video.

    • @thepioneer6178
      @thepioneer6178 5 років тому

      In all honesty a helmet is all she needs.

  • @marcussrensen5805
    @marcussrensen5805 2 роки тому +1

    love the video. but, please, ATGATT!!! [All The Gear All The Time] dont want you end up being disfigured or loss of bodyparts just becous its too "hot"

  • @jimtheedcguy4313
    @jimtheedcguy4313 6 років тому +10

    Not wearing proper gear and running stop signs... Smh.

    • @speedbird8987
      @speedbird8987  6 років тому +3

      Yeah, was just running around my quiet little neighborhood. That stop sign is a joke as it's two dead end streets that meet up. Anyway, chill out bro!

  • @jerfootpath3774
    @jerfootpath3774 5 років тому +2

    Gloves? arm protection? basic stuff.

    • @speedbird8987
      @speedbird8987  5 років тому

      jer footpath - yes I usually ride with gloves and a jacket as well as a helmet and boots, however I just jumped on it and rode it around the corner to shoot this video. I’ve been paying for that decision ever since in all the comments I’ve received! But don’t worry I’m no squid 😄

    • @jerfootpath3774
      @jerfootpath3774 5 років тому +1

      @@speedbird8987 yes i hear you just want you to be safe and encourage others to be so.

  • @keithahlstrom176
    @keithahlstrom176 2 роки тому

    oh the gladius! I have spent way too much time trying to figure out what it is that makes it look weird. I think the two shapes that run under the saddle and into the fuel tank cover look like either ovaries or testicles. The front headlight looks like a vaginal opening giving birth to a headlight and the instrument panel looks like a really cheap toupee or wig mounted above the vagina light. Too bad about all those things as it's a great bike if you can get past these things.

  • @davegutierrez3670
    @davegutierrez3670 Рік тому

    Ilove my bike 1 min later, a new bike. I hope this isnt how u run your life

  • @jcarlos88
    @jcarlos88 7 років тому +3

    "Unfortunately someone else is going to benefit from it" you should be ashamed.

  • @brianwiseman9518
    @brianwiseman9518 4 роки тому +1

    Why does every review become about, "hey, they arent wearing gloves!" Lol
    Idiots