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I went and looked at the local Suzuki dealer and the SV650 catches my eye. Would this be a good first bike with the proper training?
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Originally posted by Swazo:
I went and looked at the local Suzuki dealer and the SV650 catches my eye. Would this be a good first bike with the proper training?
I have two wheeled enthusiast friends that say the SV650 is very good for that with emphasis on the "proper training"
I have watched them have this discussion countless times. If I ever goo looking for a motorcyle, the SV650 will be high on my list due to thier recommendations.
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After going to a bigger multi-brand dealer and seeing what Honda, Suzuki, Kawasaki, Yamaha and Ducati all have to offer me I must say the SV650 still is on the top of my list. The Ducati 620 Monster was pretty cool...... I need to look into it a bit more and once I get my projects wrapped up, I'm pretty sure I want to get a new bike  Speaking of "proper training" is there anything other than the DMV's little school that you'd point a novice towards to get a better grasp on street bikes? I want to be as prepared as I can be if I do this....
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Aside from the MSF course, I don't know any other way except to hit the streets carefully. Stay away from heavy traffic for a while. Know that you will drop the bike one day. Don't be afraid of it and know your limits.
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Sound advice, thanks guys!
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If I were you I would go for the SV650. Its not the full blown out almost race bike that some others are (cb600rr, r6 gixxer). Also the it doesnt have as much VERY expensive body work that is needed with the other bikes when you drop it...and yes i said "when you drop it", 'cause you will drop it. Its just a matter of time.
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I would do what JVT did. Pick up a used 500cc "Sporty" bike and learn on that. Use if for a year or so and then decide what you want to do from there....You might not even want to ride, who knows?
Then, after deciding you can sell the 500 to another newbie and get what you want. The SV650 (especially the 'S') is a nice bike, but I believe it can be quickly out-grown. It will also suck the first time you drop/crash that brand-new bike...because it is not a matter of if, but a matter of when.
Other good things about a used bike, low insurance with just minimum coverage. If you crash it, fix it yourself. The last thing you want to do is to report a crash to the Insurance company (hello high premiums!).
Some good starter bikes:
Kawasaki EX500 (Ninja 500)
Ninja 250
late 80's Honda CB-1 (Rare 400cc, looks like new 919)
Honda Hawk GT-650 (Very big cult following, SV-650 is a take off of this bike)
Suzuki GS500E
Anyhow, it is your choice....good luck
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I love my SV 650. It's easy to ride/control and can be easily pushed to a higher level of riding. It has plenty of power and torque.
The only issue I have with having the naked version is the wind sheer you get when you're going over 60. But, I'm used to it now.
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After finding a boat load of used SV650's for about 3K with lower miles, and not that old (2000+ ) I think this will be a good choice after all. I want to invest in some gear too, so all and all this seems like the way I'm going to go...... -Daymon
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My first bike was a suzuki 600 Katana,plenty of speed,a little top heavy,comfortable enough to ride all day. Good starter bike, as long as you respect it. Second bike was CBR 600f2, faster, handled great. The problem is the slightest drop(fall over) could cost serious change. Myself and 3 buddies all had them and we could tell you there is about $2000 worth of plastic if you replace with factory colors  They are fun though..now I want 900rr Good luck and enjoy Rod
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