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Suzuki introduced the SV650 in 1999 as a budget entry in the emerging naked bike market and, as of 2008, offered both naked and fully faired. With a MSRP of $5699 in the US, 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. While Suzuki has clearly modeled the first generation of the bikes aesthetics after the Suzuki TL1000S, There is also a clear influence from the Ducati Monster. The TL is still considered the "big brother" of the better-behaved SV650. The 2003 SV1000 replaced the TL Series (TL1000S and TL1000R) and Suzuki marketed it as a bigger alternative to the second generation SV650. European aficionados sometimes refer to the first generation models as "curvies" and differentiate them from the "pointies", the more angular second generation models.


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

1/4 Mile 12.04 sec @ 107.22 mph (172.55 km/h)
0-60 mph 3.76 sec
0-100 mph
Roll-On, 60-80 mph 4.44 sec
Fuel Mileage 45-55 mpg 45-55 mpg

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Suzuki_SV650

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