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2009 Suzuki sv650s with only 2000miles.

  • 14-08-2013 4:57pm
    #1
    BrokenArrows
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,501 ✭✭✭


    A friend of mine heard I was looking for a new bike and offered me her sv for a good price.

    Its been sitting in a garage for 2 years and only done 2k miles.

    She is a very gentle rider. Should I be concerned that the bike was never really broken in properly with such infrequent riding.

    And what should I be on the lookout for with a bike thats been sitting up for so long.


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  • #2
    Wonda-Boy
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 10,013 ✭✭✭✭Wonda-Boy


    Grab it with both hands....nothing a *FULL* service wont cure.


  • #3
    galwaytt
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 12,822 ✭✭✭✭galwaytt


    Wonda-Boy wrote: »
    Grab it with both hands....nothing a full service wont cure.

    Ditto.
    I bought an 02 one last year with 9k miles on it, and parked for a year. That's barely 1k a year.

    Herself rides it now - bargain. Brilliant bike.

    Get a full top to bottom service and it'll be grand. Nearest thing to a new bike, really.

    Do it !

    Ode To The Motorist

    “And my existence, while grotesque and incomprehensible to you, generates funds to the exchequer. You don't want to acknowledge that as truth because, deep down in places you don't talk about at the Green Party, you want me on that road, you need me on that road. We use words like freedom, enjoyment, sport and community. We use these words as the backbone of a life spent instilling those values in our families and loved ones. You use them as a punch line. I have neither the time nor the inclination to explain myself to a man who rises and sleeps under the tax revenue and the very freedom to spend it that I provide, and then questions the manner in which I provide it. I would rather you just said "thank you" and went on your way. Otherwise I suggest you pick up a bus pass and get the ********* ********* off the road” 



  • #4
    XsApollo
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,516 ✭✭✭XsApollo


    Replace all fluids and filters and it will be perfect.


  • #5
    Alkers
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 6,908 ✭✭✭Alkers


    XsApollo wrote: »
    Replace all fluids and filters and it will be perfect.

    Tyres also!


  • #6
    BrokenArrows
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,501 ✭✭✭BrokenArrows


    Why would the tyres need replacing?


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  • #7
    Wossack
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,044 ✭✭✭Wossack


    potientally bad flat spots


  • #8
    Wonda-Boy
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 10,013 ✭✭✭✭Wonda-Boy


    Wossack wrote: »
    potientally bad flat spots

    I would bring it out on them and take it easy and see how she feels....but yeah budget for new tyres.

    Great fun having a burn out all the same!


  • #9
    Alkers
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 6,908 ✭✭✭Alkers


    BrokenArrows wrote: »
    Why would the tyres need replacing?

    They're likely the original tyres on it still so they're around since 2009 and the rubber is probably going hard at this stage.


  • #10
    BrokenArrows
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,501 ✭✭✭BrokenArrows


    Simona1986 wrote: »
    They're likely the original tyres on it still so they're around since 2009 and the rubber is probably going hard at this stage.

    Ya good point, I suppose they are probably at least 4 years old at this stage.

    I liked the BT23's on my Kawasaki. Anyone have anything better in mind for an SV?


  • #11
    Wossack
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,044 ✭✭✭Wossack


    michelin 3ct's or bridgestone t30's sound good at the mo


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  • #12
    Wonda-Boy
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 10,013 ✭✭✭✭Wonda-Boy


    Angles are getting very good reviews for miles and grip....and they are cheaper then the michelins at the moment.


  • #13
    BrokenArrows
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,501 ✭✭✭BrokenArrows


    Went out to test ride the sv today. I just wasn't feeling it.
    Not the right bike for me.


  • #14
    Wonda-Boy
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 10,013 ✭✭✭✭Wonda-Boy


    BrokenArrows wrote: »
    Went out to test ride the sv today. I just wasn't feeling it.
    Not the right bike for me.

    Good you found that out now before buying it...;)


  • #15
    galwaytt
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 12,822 ✭✭✭✭galwaytt


    BrokenArrows wrote: »
    Went out to test ride the sv today. I just wasn't feeling it.
    Not the right bike for me.

    Curious to know why, if you can.

    Mind you, I'm sure it would suit someone else on here.

    Ode To The Motorist

    “And my existence, while grotesque and incomprehensible to you, generates funds to the exchequer. You don't want to acknowledge that as truth because, deep down in places you don't talk about at the Green Party, you want me on that road, you need me on that road. We use words like freedom, enjoyment, sport and community. We use these words as the backbone of a life spent instilling those values in our families and loved ones. You use them as a punch line. I have neither the time nor the inclination to explain myself to a man who rises and sleeps under the tax revenue and the very freedom to spend it that I provide, and then questions the manner in which I provide it. I would rather you just said "thank you" and went on your way. Otherwise I suggest you pick up a bus pass and get the ********* ********* off the road” 



  • #16
    ratracer
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,389 ✭✭✭ratracer


    Where is the bike for sale, is it advertised yet?


  • #17
    BrokenArrows
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,501 ✭✭✭BrokenArrows


    ratracer wrote: »
    Where is the bike for sale, is it advertised yet?

    Me and the bike are in the UK.


  • #18
    BrokenArrows
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,501 ✭✭✭BrokenArrows


    galwaytt wrote: »
    Curious to know why, if you can.

    Mind you, I'm sure it would suit someone else on here.

    It felt very light and not as substantial as my previous bike. Wasn't a great fan of the sound.

    I also found that my head felt like it was out in front of the screen. I've got a long torso.


  • #19
    BrokenArrows
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,501 ✭✭✭BrokenArrows


    Just test rode the Yamaha XJ6N
    I had originally gone into the dealer to test the F version but they didn't have it.

    The N was loads of fun. Found it very hard to leave the dealer without a set of keys in my pocket. lol.


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