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Hey guys,
Im new to the forum and have read countless threads regarding the SV650 being a beginner bike and the jury seems to be divided. But when reading Ive noticed those opposed to the SV650 as a beginner are referring to current models post 2003 models. I was wondering if the same applys to 2002 models. From what I understand, those make less horsepower at the real wheel and I wonder if it would be equivalent to a current year model 250r or gs/ex500. It seems every year things get faster. Just curious to know if there are differences.
As far as my experience. I have very little to none. ive gone to a school where they allow you to ride on 250 cruiser up and down the street and around the block. (taking the MSF course next month) I was never taught much except I was told I excelled the pre-simulation test. I did have a scare as I was upshifting like crazy to get the bike moving and I believe I down shifted to soon and the rear brake started to swerve. I was horrified but why I kept duplicating that to get a feel of the bike is beyond me but I got a better handle on it and I didnt have a problem fishtailing anymore. Im not wreckless in anyway but I do try to push myself and overcome certain fears to enhance my abilities, mostly to get and understanding of whats before me (not sure Im conveying that right)
But your comments, advice and expertise will be greatly appreciated and I love constructive critism and not looking for a license to do what my emotions tell me but rather would choose sound judgement almost 99% of the time.
My reason for asking is because i have always wanted a GSXR600 but read endless forums about how 4 cylinder arent noob friendly. i then became stuck on the SV650 and when I went to the dealer I feel in love with it it 07. Since the remodel of he Ninja 25o, I had decided on possibly getting that bike to start on but with prices well over $3500 for even a used one on craigslist, it became a bit discouraging. but when i saw a 2002 Sv650 for about $2500 I fell in love once again. The price, the color (bodacious blue), the year....I was saying "could this be her, could she be the one, is someone tryna tell me something". Ive literally been dreaming about her webcam pictures and her sleek lines. "We could possibly be together forever......sigh!!!"
Im new to the forum and have read countless threads regarding the SV650 being a beginner bike and the jury seems to be divided. But when reading Ive noticed those opposed to the SV650 as a beginner are referring to current models post 2003 models. I was wondering if the same applys to 2002 models. From what I understand, those make less horsepower at the real wheel and I wonder if it would be equivalent to a current year model 250r or gs/ex500. It seems every year things get faster. Just curious to know if there are differences.
As far as my experience. I have very little to none. ive gone to a school where they allow you to ride on 250 cruiser up and down the street and around the block. (taking the MSF course next month) I was never taught much except I was told I excelled the pre-simulation test. I did have a scare as I was upshifting like crazy to get the bike moving and I believe I down shifted to soon and the rear brake started to swerve. I was horrified but why I kept duplicating that to get a feel of the bike is beyond me but I got a better handle on it and I didnt have a problem fishtailing anymore. Im not wreckless in anyway but I do try to push myself and overcome certain fears to enhance my abilities, mostly to get and understanding of whats before me (not sure Im conveying that right)
But your comments, advice and expertise will be greatly appreciated and I love constructive critism and not looking for a license to do what my emotions tell me but rather would choose sound judgement almost 99% of the time.
My reason for asking is because i have always wanted a GSXR600 but read endless forums about how 4 cylinder arent noob friendly. i then became stuck on the SV650 and when I went to the dealer I feel in love with it it 07. Since the remodel of he Ninja 25o, I had decided on possibly getting that bike to start on but with prices well over $3500 for even a used one on craigslist, it became a bit discouraging. but when i saw a 2002 Sv650 for about $2500 I fell in love once again. The price, the color (bodacious blue), the year....I was saying "could this be her, could she be the one, is someone tryna tell me something". Ive literally been dreaming about her webcam pictures and her sleek lines. "We could possibly be together forever......sigh!!!"