Suzuki SFV650AZ Gladius Special Edition: history, specs, pictures
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| Suzuki SFV650AZ Gladius Special Edition | |
| Manufacturer | |
|---|---|
| Production | 2013 |
| Class | Naked |
| Engine | 4-stroke, 2-cylinder, liquid-cooled, DOHC, 90-degree v-twin |
| Bore / Stroke | 81.3mm x 81.3mm |
| Compression ratio | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel System | EFI, Suzuki Dual Throttle Valve System (SDTV) |
| Transmission | Gear box: 6-Speed, manual Final Drive: Chain |
| Suspension | Front: Telescopic, coil spring, oil damped Rear: Link type, coil spring, oil damped, spring loaded, 7-way preload adjustable |
| Brakes | Front: 2-piston caliper, 290 mm disc, twin, ABS Rear: 1-piston caliper, 240 mm disc, ABS |
| Front Tire | 120/70ZR17M/C (58W), tubeless |
| Rear Tire | 160/60ZR17M/C (69W), tubeless |
| Wheelbase | 56.89 inches (1445 mm) |
| Length | 83.9 inches (2131 mm) |
| Width | 29.88 inches (759 mm) |
| Seat Height | 30.91 inches (785 mm) |
| Weight | 205.0 kg (wet) |
| Recommended Oil | Suzuki ECSTAR 10w40 |
| Manuals | Service Manual |
The Suzuki SFV650AZ Gladius Special Edition was a 4-stroke, 2-cylinder, liquid-cooled, DOHC, 90-degree v-twin Naked motorcycle produced by Suzuki in 2013.
Engine[edit | edit source]
A 81.3mm bore x 81.3mm stroke result in a displacement of just 645.0 cubic centimeters.
Drive[edit | edit source]
The bike has a 6-Speed, manual transmission. Power was moderated via the Wet multi-plate type.
Chassis[edit | edit source]
It came with a 120/70ZR17M/C (58W), tubeless front tire and a 160/60ZR17M/C (69W), tubeless rear tire. Stopping was achieved via 2-piston caliper, 290 mm disc, twin, ABS in the front and a 1-piston caliper, 240 mm disc, ABS in the rear. The front suspension was a Telescopic, coil spring, oil damped while the rear was equipped with a Link type, coil spring, oil damped, spring loaded, 7-way preload adjustable. The wheelbase was 56.89 inches (1445 mm) long.
2013 Suzuki SFV650AZ Gladius Special Edition[edit | edit source]
The lucky riders in UK are able to bring home a SFV650AZ Gladius Special Edition bike. There is nothing special about this bike on the tech spec sheets, but the looks are definitely not a thing you see everyday. The livery of the 2013 MY SFV650AZ Gladius Special Edition is inspired by the 1970s Suzuki RG500 Grand Prix racer and proudly shows off a red, yellow and black combination, augmented by a white pinstripe.
With a gloss black trellis frame and a special belly protector, the SFV650AZ Gladius Special Edition boasts gorgeous retro racing looks in spite of its utterly modern character. If you find one on sale, don't think twice before getting it. as these machines are very rare.