The Suzuki SV650 and variants are street
motorcycles manufactured since 1999 for the international market by the Suzuki
Motor Corporation, featuring a mid sized V-twin engine and medium performance
components. In 2009, Suzuki replaced the naked SV650 with the SFV650
Gladius. In 2016, the Gladius name was discontinued and the 2017 model was
reverted to SV650.
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.
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.
