You know what you're looking for in a standard V-twin machine: light and agile handling, along with willing-and-able engine performance. And that's what the Suzuki SV650 delivers - in spades. Recently named as Cycle World magazine's Best Standard Motorcycle and Motorcyclist magazine's Best Bang for the Buck, the Suzuki SV650 offers its own unique styling and performance. Compared to the SV650S, it has a leaner profile, featuring a single round headlight, tubular handlebars and a more upright riding position.
One ride on the SV650 and you'll be hooked. It combines crisp, lightweight handling with all-day riding comfort. And the thrills really begin when you tap into its exceptional engine performance. Its fuel-injected V-twin powerplant offers crisp throttle response, strong torque and a stunningly wide powerband.
So get on a new 2006 Suzuki SV650 - and enjoy a ride you'll never forg
2006 Suzuki SV650
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- Model: 2006 Suzuki SV650
- Engine/Motor: four-stroke, liquid cooled, 90° V-twin, DOHC, 8-valves, TSCC
- Horsepower: 74@0
- Transmission: 6-speed
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Recently named as Cycle World magazine's Best Standard Motorcycle and Motorcyclist magazine's Best Bang for the Buck, the Suzuki SV650 offers its own unique styling and performance. Compared to the SV650S, it has a leaner profile, featuring a single round headlight, tubular handlebars and a more upright riding position.
One ride on the SV650 and you'll be hooked. It combines crisp, lightweight handling with all-day riding comfort. And the thrills really begin when you tap into its exceptional engine performance. Its fuel-injected V-twin powerplant offers crisp throttle response, strong torque and a stunningly wide powerband.
So get on a new 2006 Suzuki SV650 - and enjoy a ride you'll never forget.
Features
Engine Features
Compact 645 cc, 90 degree liquid-cooled V-twin, DOHC 8-valve engine tuned for strong low to mid rpm power
90 degree V-twin cylinder layout eliminates primary vibration without a counter- balancer, keeping the engine simple and compact
Lightweight chain-driven DOHC, shim-under-bucket valve system with 31 mm intake valves and 25.5 mm exhaust valves
Electronic fuel injection system featuring the Suzuki Dual Throttle Valve System (SDTV) - maintains optimum air velocity in the intake tract for smooth low-to-mid rpm throttle response and high torque output - includes Auto Fast Idle System (AFIS)
High capacity liquid-cooling system and oil cooler enhance engine performance and durability - coolant routing is integrated with the clutch cover and engine case for a cleaner look and reduced weight
Smooth-shifting 6-speed transmission with vertically staggered transmission shafts for a shorter, more compact crankcase
Plastic outer clutch cover and engine sprocket cover for reduced weight and noise
Lightweight 2-into-1 exhaust system tuned for strong low and mid-range torque
Narrow, lightweight aluminum truss-style frame constructed with high-vacuum die-cast process for more consistent strength and fewer individual welded sections
Steeply angled tail section houses unique vertically-styled, high visibility LED taillight and compact rear fender
Chassis Features
Black-painted frame, swingarm, and wheels, plus headlight-mounted mini-fairing with tinted shield for more sport appearance
Tube-style handlebar for a comfortable upright seating position, plus single, round-style 60/55W headlight
Box-section aluminum swingarm is lightweight with high torsional rigidity
41mm front fork with 130 mm of wheel travel provides a smooth, compliant ride
Link-type single-shock rear suspension with 7-way adjustable preload
Powerful dual hydraulic disc front brakes with 290 mm floating rotors and adjustable brake lever position
Single disc rear brake with 240 mm rotor
Compact instrument cluster includes analog tach, LCD speedometer, odometer/tripmeters, and temperature gauge, plus LCD clock and low fuel warning light
Large under-seat storage area, passenger grab-bar and tie-down hooks
Slim 4.5 gallon fuel tank with low-fuel warning light
Hinged fuel tank swings up for easy access to the airbox and throttle bodies
Wide radial tires mounted on lightweight, 3-spoke cast aluminum wheels
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SPECS
Engine: 645 cc, four-stroke, liquid cooled, 90° V-twin, DOHC, 8-valves, TSCC
Bore Stroke: 81.0 x 62.6 mm
Compression Ratio: 11.5:1
Fuel System: Fuel Injection
Lubrication: Wet
Sump Ignition: Digital/Transistorized
Transmission: 6-speed
Final Drive: #525 chain
Overall Length: 2080 mm (81.9 in.)
Overall Width: 745 mm (29.3 in.)
Overall Height: 1085 mm (42.7 in.)
Seat Height: 800 mm (31.5 in.)
Ground Clearance: 150 mm (5.9 in.)
Wheelbase: 1440 mm (56.7 in.)
Dry Weight: 165 kg (363 lbs.)
Suspension Front: Telescopic, coil spring, oil damped, fully adjustable preload
Suspension Rear: Link-type, 7-way adjustable spring preload
Brakes Front: Dual hydraulic disc
Brakes Rear: Single hydraulic disc
Tires Front: 120/60-ZR17
Tires Rear: 160/60-ZR17
Fuel Tank Capacity: 17 liter (4.5 gal.) 16 liter (4.2 gal.)
CA. model Color: Blue, Red
MSRP: $5,949.00
First impression
This bike has been perfectly reliable and is great fun to ride. 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.
The v-twin motor provides ample torque, giving a large degree of choice when it comes to gear selection for turns. At legal speeds you can ride through a twisty road in 6th gear safely, though 4th gear might be more fun on the corner exits.
From 0-60mph, the bike is a rocketship. A roll-on in any gear is also quite fast given the available torque across the powerband.
Top speed isn't stratospheric, though it's plenty high enough to get you a ride in the back seat of a Highway Patrol car.
Fast because of light weight, flexible bullet proof engine, great looking, sounds good, nice handling, very chuckable. Overall , the Suzuki SV650 is a fantastic first bike, especially when considering the very low price and the cheap insurance.