Suzuki SV650X-TER test (VIDEO) – Road test
Suzuki SV650X-TER test (VIDEO) – Road test
We tried a "special" version of the Japanese cafe racer available on the market for 7.390 euros.
La Suzuki SV650X-TER a bike designed for those who do not want to go unnoticed. The starting point is the SV650X, embellished with a series of exclusive elements typical of special... It has a lot of personality, it can make a good impression in the bar, but at the same time it is a motorcycle that delivers emotion from the ride. It is equipped with an all pepper and fun twin-cylinder engine, which will keep the most experienced and not intimidated by the beginner. It costs 7.390 eurowhich is 400 euros more than the X model, with an important customer benefit in terms of the cost of individual accessories. I tried to make you know advantages and disadvantages.
How it is made
The new Suzuki SV650X-TER is a hipster version of the Japanese naked racer. Since version X, it inherits appearance from sports past years, since poluruli, saddle with visible stitching and a slightly pronounced upper fairing. But it is distinguished by the presence of such outstanding elements as the terminal twin-pipe exhaust from Fresco, strictly homologated, collectors wrapped in thermal bandage, new sports license plate holder, mirrors in rotation and LED arrows.
Il engine it is the same twin-cylinder engine that all SV650s have, capable of delivering power 76 CV high torque at low rpm and also available in 35 kW reduced power version for A2 licensees; declared consumption is 3,8 l / 100 km. Both fork and mono are preload adjustable, lifting capacity tank is 14,5 liters, and the curb weight is 207 kg. The braking system uses a 290mm double disc at the front and a 240mm single disc at the rear where we find the 160/60 ZR 17 M/C tire.
How are you?
It is objectively beautiful to look at, because it expresses a strong and decisive character with look fascinating, but, above all, beautiful to operate. In a sports setting Driving Position it is clearly a little loaded forward, almost like a real sports car. In everyday life, it turns out to be comfortable, tires (obviously) only at long distances. It is agile, controllable and very well balanced. IN Sella it seems lighter than it really is.
It has little steering control but is still easy to drive. The most experienced rider can get the most out of such a bike, even if he is well-tuned in terms of cycling, and at the same time, the beginner can gain experience without any problems. Why SV650X-TER entertains, but does not frighten. It is full of torque, the engine loads a lot, especially in the low and mid frequencies, and enjoys great sound. You can feel some moderate vibration on the handlebars and footpegs, but it slows down hard and delivers great performance. feeling even when the rhythm picks up speed.
