2011 Suzuki SV 650

Make Model	Suzuki SV 650N
Year	2011 -
Engine	Four stroke, 90°-V-twin, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
Capacity	645 cc / 39.4 cu-in
Bore x Stroke	81 x 62.6 mm
Cooling System	Liquid cooled
Compression Ratio	11.5:1
Lubrication	Wet sump
Engine Oil	Synthetic, 10W40
Induction	Fuel Injection
Ignition	Digital transistorized
Spark Plug	NGK, CR8E
Starting	Electric
Max Power	54.7 kW / 73.4 hp @ 8800 rpm
Max Torque	64 Nm / 6.53 kg-m / 47.2 lb-ft @ 7200 rpm
Clutch	Wet, multiple discs, cable operated
Transmission	6 Speed
Primary Reduction	34/71 (2.088)
Gear Ratios	1 st 32/13 (2.461) / 2nd 32/18 (1.777) / 3rd 29/21 (1.380) / 4th 27/24 (1.125) / 5th 25/26 (0.961) / 6th 23/27 (0.851)
Final Reduction	45/14 (3.000)
Final Drive	Chain, #525 O-ring
Frame	Pressure cast aluminium alloy diamond truss
Front Suspension	Telescopic 41 mm, oil damped, fully adjustable preload
Front Wheel Travel	130 mm / 5.1 in
Rear Suspension	KYB (formally Kayaba) single shock, Adjustable pre-load
Rear Wheel Travel	138 mm / 5.4 in
Front Brakes	2 x 290 mm Discs, 2 piston calipers
Rear Brakes	Single 240 mm disc, 2 piston caliper
Front Wheel	3.5 x 17
Rear Wheel	4.5 x 17
Front Tyre	120/60 ZR17
Rear Tyre	160/60 ZR17
Rake	25°
Trail	102 mm / 4.0 in
Dimensions	Length 2125 mm / 83.7 in Width 745 mm / 29.3 in Height 1085 mm / 42.7 in
Wheelbase	1 440 mm / 56.7 in
Ground Clearance	155 mm / 6.1
Seat Height	800 mm / 31.5 in
Dry Weight	167 kg / 368 lbs - ABS 169 kg / 372 lbs
Wet Weight	187 kg / 412 lbs - ABS 189 kg / 416 lbs
Oil Capacity	2.7 Litres / 2.9 US qt / 2.4 Imp qt
Fuel Capacity	17 Litres / 4.5 US gal / 3.7 Imp gal
Consumption Average	4.65 L/100 km / 21.5 km/l / 50.6 US mpg / 60.7 Imp mpg
Standing ¼ Mile	12.1 sec
Top Speed	205.9 km/h / 127.9 mph

Suzuki introduced the SV650 in 1999 as a budget entry in the emerging naked bike market and featured both naked and fully faired versions. The bike provided a sporty though easily manageable ride.

The combination of light weight, rigid chassis, strong handling, and the V-twin's strong mid-range torque appealed to beginner and experienced riders alike. The 2003 SV1000 was marketed as a bigger alternative to the second generation SV650.

The SV650 immediately became popular, but American buyers wanted the sportier 'S' version that featured lower handlebars, higher foot pegs and a bikini fairing and windscreen, available only in the European and Canadian markets. American magazines ran articles describing how to import it into the United States. In 2000, Suzuki began importing the SV650S to the USA.

The SV650 with its relatively low purchase price and excellent handling characteristics became popular with racers which prompted a rebirth of the "lightweight twins" racing classes across North America and the SV650 began outselling the Suzuki GS500, Honda NT650 and Kawasaki Ninja 500R, which previously populated the class.

In 2003, Suzuki redesigned the SV650 with a new pressure-cast aluminum truss frame, bodywork, swing-arm with revised rear brake caliper mounting, exhaust, digital speedometer display and electronic fuel injection/induction system to replace the carburetor.

The 2003 SV650s also supported some first generation parts (like the rearsets and radiator). The subframe is also angled up higher than 2004+ models. The different subframe has year-specific parts, such as the rider seat, plastic frame covers, exhaust hanger brackets and passenger pegs.

For 2004, Suzuki used a new, 40 mm lower subframe and a seat with a narrower design in the front.This made flat footing easier for shorter riders. The trail was raised by 2 mm, and the rear fender was restyled to clean up the area under the tail lights and provide more protection against flying debris.
In 2005, the color of the frame was changed from silver to a matte black finish and the radiator size was decreased from 440 to 410 mm (17 to 16 in).

Bboth SV650 and SV650S added dual spark plugs per cylinder, and an exhaust gas oxygen sensor on California models for reduced emissions. An anti-lock braking system (ABS) was also added as an option.

For 2008, alongside the traditional SV650 and SV650S models, Suzuki offered a new SV650 Sport (UK) or SV650SF (US) model with a more traditional complete fairing. The SV650S was removed from the US market.

In September 2008, Suzuki Australia introduced the SV650SU, a de-tuned version of the SV650S, to augment their range of motorcycles that comply with the country's Learner Approved Motorcycle Scheme (LAMS).

The 2009 Suzuki SFV650 Gladius replaced the SV650 naked version in the USA; however, a naked 2009 SV650 was available in Canada. Although the naked version was superseded by the Gladius, the SV650S model remained in the UK and Australian line-up through to 2012.

The 2017 model released in 2016, SV650/A has returned to the more conventional styling of the pre Gladius naked version. Suzuki claims the wet weight for the non-ABS model is 195 kg(430 lbs) wet and 197 kg (434 lbs) for the ABS model. Its engine develops an additional four horse power and features a low-speed stalling prevention system (low RPM assist) to make the bike more suited to beginners and easier to ride in stop/go traffic. It meets Euro 4 emission regulations. It has a new, slim, steel frame. Seat height is 785mm(30.9").

Fuel tank capacity is 13.8 litres or 15.5 litres in the US market. It has twin front disc brakes, and new 39mm slimmer and lighter throttle bodies. In November 2015 Suzuki announced at EICMA 2015 that the SV650 would return in 2016 as a 2017-model year product. Preload adjusters are fitted to 2018 models.

Motorcycles with comparable motor characteristic are Honda CB650F / Honda CBR650F, Kawasaki ER-6n / Kawasaki Ninja 650, Triumph Street Triple, Yamaha FZ6R and Yamaha MT-07 and it is, with similar performance specifications, much more affordable than the likes of the Ducati Scrambler and KTM 690 Duke.