Swanny199South East Queensland, QLD
The wolf in LAMS clothing
I have ridden since 2002. Owned all sorts of bikes from DR650SE adventure bike and dirt bikes too gsxr1000, trx850, harley sportsters.
I bought this bike new at Suzuki in 2017, got renthal bars, woolich ecu Remap, k&n filter, arrow x kone slip on with the cat cut out and replaced with straight pipe. Went from 43hp & 198kg too 75hp & 191kg.
I originally wanted a mt07 however after a test ride I knew the sv was better all around. Front end is more planted, made in Japan not Thailand, build quality is like art.
It will accelerate to 100km/hr f...Read more
aster than any of my mates bikes eg cbr600rr, cb650r, gsxr600, ducati 797, gsx650f, triumph speed twin etc. It lifts the wheel easily up to 90km/hr, more usable real world torque than anything I've owned.
Purchased in April 2021 at Suzuki Dealers for $8,000.00.
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JonnoSouth East Queensland, QLD
- 5 reviews
A very competent All Rounder in a good compact size
There have been many reviews written of this model, all of which have rated the bike as excellent, so this is written after 10 months of ownership from new. The best "commercial" review I have read is "The Bike Show" by Mat Durrans who rated the SV 9.5/10. The .5 deduction was for seat comfort - more of that later.
A review by The "Missendon Flier" mentions only one criticism that I can remember " A flimsy side stand"
To this day, I have no idea what he was referring to - it is a standard dimension Suzuki side stand which I have never had issue...Read more
Purchased in August 2021.
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GrahamMetropolitan Adelaide, SA
- 5 reviews
Come on guys! I don't believe it's only the girls who LOVE these things!
Hi everyone, I am 56 years old and have been riding motorbikes on the road since I was 18. Have owned all sorts since and continue to love the riding experience. Lately I began feeling the need to get something lighter as I am not that tall - 173 cm or 5 ft 8 in - and am not getting any stronger the older I get. I had three bikes in the shed... all Suzukis as a matter of fact, '86 GS125, '83 RG250 Gamma and a '80 GS1000G - shaft drive.
Although it is the most fun I have ever had on a road bike, I decided to let the 250 Gamma go to another en...Read more
Purchased in March 2021 at Private sale for $4,200.00.
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andyhereAU
- 3 reviews
strong motor, reliable, fun
I bought the 2006 SV 650S with 35000 k's, Changed the tyres to Michelin PR 4's, great traction dry and wet. Had a full service and given thumbs up on a great buy. These machines require minimal maintenance, in saying that, fluid changes, chain checks, tyre pressure and this machine will run forever. The handling is exceptional and the big v twin pulls up quick. I am up to 41 500 k's now and thoroughly enjoying the ride. A good learner bike but be careful, there is a lot of power there. For an experienced rider, a lot of fun with plenty of power, great clearance.
My only negative, why don't centre stands come with bikes anymore?
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ShinigamiMelbourne, Victoria, 3000
- 10 reviews
- 12 likes
Perfect LAMS bike
We purchased a Gladius 650 about 8 years ago, it was for my boyfriend and was a great learners bike, good upright position, wasn't too small for a 100kg frame and had some get up and go to it. Also had the gear indicator lights, which is handy for a Learner. When he upgraded to a 1800 I used his bike to commute and found it very smooth and easy to handle. (female 70kgs) was quite low to the ground, so I wasn't bobbing from side to side at the lights and was overall just a really nice easy and comfortable ride. Recently picked up another Gladius...Read more
new and loving it also have a kawasaki ER6nl. The Gladius is much smoother a ride. Highly recommended as a LAMS bike and as a reliable commuter. Purchased from City West Motorcycles in Hoppers Crossing, this is approx the 4th bike we've purchased from them and will happily return. Great service and honest.Similar opinion? Write a review on ieatwords.com.au!
toscamumAU
Excellent
This is my 6th motorbike and my favourite. Couldn't afford to buy or maintain a Monster, this is so close to one, but a hell of a lot easier to live with. It has huge grin factor, I am a small woman (5'1") and not much of me, but the bike is so light and forgiving that I can manage it. Put Yoshi slip ons on and now the sound is awfully naughty.
sound, grin factor, quality, power and gearbox.
front headlight a bit dated
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ellenbrae
- 2 reviews
Excellent
This is a very easy bike to ride. Have just upgrated from a Honda CBR125R and I love it. Nice comfy seat and a great upright riding position.
Everything. Looks great & is easy to ride.
Nothing yet - only had for a short time
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