Watched your mod 2 video which let me onto this video, also have a Suzuki sv650s and am booked in for mod 2 next week! Love to see some more sv content
Got my test soon so will get an SV also. Looked at different options but this is the best value to start out with I found. I really want a Street Triple but that's a few G's more so I'll work up to it. Well done on the pass man, ride safe.
Thank you. I'm currently considering the SV650, the SV650S and the DL650 V-Strom. I hope to find the right compromise between wind protection, sitting position and ground reach.
@@MotoEcosse yeah I'm enjoying it, first bike for me. Think I feel the same as you regarding some bikes when riding you feel alot of weight on your wrists. In my lessons I'm on a MT07 which feels like what you were explaining so nice to see there's a way around that.
I passed my test in 2017 and bought the Suzuki sv650 2017 model, I can’t fault it for my 1st bike. I still have her, you may hear me around Stirling as the exhaust is LOUD!
@@MotoEcosse yeah, the engine is small enough for less experienced people, but on the other hand, it can accelerate fast enough to be fun and scary at the same time, only thing I noticed is that it's hard to carry some extra luggage with you
This is my first bike, i am looking at tomorrow to buy, its a sv650s that was converted into a naked, vbut i am afraid of the clip on handlebars... Is there a way to replace them with standards?
Hi there. I have a question: in terms of the second-hand market, are bike miles the same as car miles or is there some ratio (a bit like dog years to human years)? And, in general, is there some mileage sweetspot I should be looking at in the second-hand bike market in terms of best bang for buck? Thanks.
You'll find that bikes often have a lot less miles compared to cars. Some car's will have 80, 90,000+ miles and run absolutely fine. It's not that often that I see bike for sale with 40,000+ miles on it. It's usually tourer style bikes that have the most miles. I normally look for a bike with less than 10,000 miles on it but buying one with more is absolutely fine. Obviously the more miles it's done the more you'll have to look at the mechanical side of things and service history etc but providing they have been looked after, bikes will go for tens of thousands of miles. 🤜🤛
Is there a reason you went for the clip on version ? I passed my mod 2 on sv650 with standard bars, loved riding it. Totally agree about the power it's the perfect step up from a 125 really manageable I always felt there was plenty of power but it never felt intimidating. Also did you not like the bandit? I'm in the process of looking for my first bike on a budget and bandits seem to be the bikes most available and in my price range.
I did all my training and both mods on a bandit and it's a great bike. I just wasn't keen on the weight of it. I'd be fine now but at first I was wanting something a bit lighter and preferably with a fairing so I went for the SV650S and changed the bars. Gotta admit I love the torque of the SV. 🤜🤛
@@MotoEcosse Yeah the guy who was my training buddy said his dad had Bandits and they were pretty heavy. I've been looking at the classic first big bike choices the sv 650, Fazer 600, hornet , bandit , Er6-n these seem to come up in my price range.
No, its not. You said yourself "Slow maneuver stuff i find dificult" That's the best test if a bike is good for you. Can you do a comfortable full lock turn? Can you ride it with 2 miles/h? No? Than the bike is not for you. The SV is far too heavy and bity for beginner and too fast. There is a reason why there's A1,A2,full A. Build your skill.
Watched your mod 2 video which let me onto this video, also have a Suzuki sv650s and am booked in for mod 2 next week! Love to see some more sv content
Thanks for this brilliant review, mate. Really apprecaite it mate. Best regards, Eivind.
Got my test soon so will get an SV also. Looked at different options but this is the best value to start out with I found. I really want a Street Triple but that's a few G's more so I'll work up to it. Well done on the pass man, ride safe.
Yeah for a first bike it's not too aggressive but still has enough power to have some fun on it. Good luck on test day.
Thanks for posting, just bought one for after I pass my test (if I pass my test 👀)
Very informational thanks 👍
I trained on this bike.It’s great for new riders.
sv650s comes out at 69-70bhp , ive got the k5 model fookin luv it pal
Thank you. I'm currently considering the SV650, the SV650S and the DL650 V-Strom. I hope to find the right compromise between wind protection, sitting position and ground reach.
Many many years ago this was my first bike and from personal experience, it was a very good first bike.
New subscriber, just come across your channel, enjoyed the video, will follow your progress seems similar to my story, ride safe
Appreciate it man. 👍
I am currently riding a YBR125 so some good advice for what to get next. Great channel pal keep up your work :) Subbed
Appreciate that man. YBR is great wee bike. First bike I had.
@@MotoEcosse yeah I'm enjoying it, first bike for me. Think I feel the same as you regarding some bikes when riding you feel alot of weight on your wrists. In my lessons I'm on a MT07 which feels like what you were explaining so nice to see there's a way around that.
Yeah I trained on a Bandit which was great. Then to go from that to clip on handle bars was weird. Glad I tried clip ons but definitely not for me.
Suzuki GS500, then SV650, then decide which way to go ( touring, sport, cruiser etc
I passed my test in 2017 and bought the Suzuki sv650 2017 model, I can’t fault it for my 1st bike. I still have her, you may hear me around Stirling as the exhaust is LOUD!
Nice, did you put an aftermarket exhaust on it?
@@MotoEcosse I put a de-cat black widow full system on, I had the scorpion end can but it just wasn’t loud enough for me... 😂
It would be really helpful to mention you height and build at the beginning.
I'm thinking of getting a sv 650 and from Stirling like in Ur video
whats the wind like on a motorway, i was after a monster but wouldnt mind a fairing
Ur bro works for susuki haha good for u ....fun fun
Can confirm, its my first bike and i love it, i have it for a week now
Glad you're enjoying it, Ace. 🤜🤛
@@MotoEcosse yeah, the engine is small enough for less experienced people, but on the other hand, it can accelerate fast enough to be fun and scary at the same time, only thing I noticed is that it's hard to carry some extra luggage with you
Easy to ride, inexpensive to operate and quite nippy. Great bargains on the market, steadfast, reliable and made for tens of thousands of miles.
Would 55000 miles be too much for a 2009 one that looks really good?
This is my first bike, i am looking at tomorrow to buy, its a sv650s that was converted into a naked, vbut i am afraid of the clip on handlebars... Is there a way to replace them with standards?
This is my first bike and it’s perfect for beginners until you get comfortable and wanna go 150 lol but it keeps you safe
Omg I got a YBR and looking to get a s sv650s is it worth
Hi there. I have a question: in terms of the second-hand market, are bike miles the same as car miles or is there some ratio (a bit like dog years to human years)? And, in general, is there some mileage sweetspot I should be looking at in the second-hand bike market in terms of best bang for buck? Thanks.
You'll find that bikes often have a lot less miles compared to cars. Some car's will have 80, 90,000+ miles and run absolutely fine. It's not that often that I see bike for sale with 40,000+ miles on it. It's usually tourer style bikes that have the most miles. I normally look for a bike with less than 10,000 miles on it but buying one with more is absolutely fine. Obviously the more miles it's done the more you'll have to look at the mechanical side of things and service history etc but providing they have been looked after, bikes will go for tens of thousands of miles. 🤜🤛
Is there a reason you went for the clip on version ? I passed my mod 2 on sv650 with standard bars, loved riding it. Totally agree about the power it's the perfect step up from a 125 really manageable I always felt there was plenty of power but it never felt intimidating. Also did you not like the bandit? I'm in the process of looking for my first bike on a budget and bandits seem to be the bikes most available and in my price range.
I did all my training and both mods on a bandit and it's a great bike. I just wasn't keen on the weight of it. I'd be fine now but at first I was wanting something a bit lighter and preferably with a fairing so I went for the SV650S and changed the bars. Gotta admit I love the torque of the SV. 🤜🤛
@@MotoEcosse Yeah the guy who was my training buddy said his dad had Bandits and they were pretty heavy. I've been looking at the classic first big bike choices the sv 650, Fazer 600, hornet , bandit , Er6-n these seem to come up in my price range.
I've heard the hornets are good starter bikes but never ridden one. There's lot's of choices nowadays. Spoilt for choice lol.
@@MotoEcosse Finally got my bike ! 2000 Hornet in bright yellow ☺️🐝
@@stewartnorton6386 fantastic man. Great bikes. Have fun on it and ride safe bud. 🤜🤛
I have a 2003 SV, how are you able to get the front fairing since my is the naked model.
Mine is the sv650s. The S version comes withe the front fairing as standard. 🤜🤛
What language is this?
Dude pls do more videos .
Got a few more videos planned for after the new year, bike is off the road for the winter at the moment.
@@MotoEcosse off road ....lightweight lol . All yr
Wear heavy gear and buy a beat up 300 so you’re not scared of dropping or sliding too much you’ll master the lean much faster
How much did you pay if you don’t mind me asking mate?
Hey, Aidan. I paid 1800 for mine with 7.5k on the clock. 🤜🤛
@@MotoEcosse steal
@@MotoEcosse try finding a good one now for £1800! That won’t even get you a high mileage 2000 model 😕
@@sjv6598 yeah think i got really lucky with mine tbh
What year is this sv650?
It's a K3 model bud. 2003.
@@MotoEcosse nice, i thought maybe u had the Gladius but they one only was produce from 09 to 16
No, its not. You said yourself "Slow maneuver stuff i find dificult" That's the best test if a bike is good for you. Can you do a comfortable full lock turn? Can you ride it with 2 miles/h? No? Than the bike is not for you. The SV is far too heavy and bity for beginner and too fast. There is a reason why there's A1,A2,full A. Build your skill.