Suzuki SV650A ABS: history, specs, pictures
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| Suzuki SV650A ABS | |
| Manufacturer | |
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| Production | 2009 - 2013 |
| Class | Naked |
| Engine | four-stroke, liquid cooled, 90° V-twin, DOHC, 8-valves, TSCC |
| 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: #525 chain |
| Suspension | Front: Telescopic, coil spring, oil damped, adjustable Rear: Link-type, adjustable spring preload |
| Brakes | Front: Dual hydraulic discs, ABS Rear: Single hydraulic disc, ABS |
| Front Tire | 120/60ZR17M/C (55W), tubeless |
| Rear Tire | 160/60ZR17M/C (69W), tubeless |
| Wheelbase | 56.3 inches (1430 mm) |
| Length | 82.72 inches (2101 mm) |
| Width | 28.7 inches (729 mm) |
| Seat Height | 31.5 inches (800 mm) |
| Weight | 203.0 kg (wet) |
| Recommended Oil | Suzuki ECSTAR 10w40 |
| Manuals | Service Manual |
The Suzuki SV650A ABS was a four-stroke, liquid cooled, 90° V-twin, DOHC, 8-valves, TSCC Naked motorcycle produced by Suzuki between 2009 and 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-disc, manual.
Chassis[edit | edit source]
It came with a 120/60ZR17M/C (55W), tubeless front tire and a 160/60ZR17M/C (69W), tubeless rear tire. Stopping was achieved via Dual hydraulic discs, ABS in the front and a Single hydraulic disc, ABS in the rear. The front suspension was a Telescopic, coil spring, oil damped, adjustable while the rear was equipped with a Link-type, adjustable spring preload. The wheelbase was 56.3 inches (1430 mm) long.
2009 Suzuki SV650A ABS[edit | edit source]
Looking for a hot naked middleweight bike equipped with ABS and capable of doing both urban commuting and ride like the wind around canyon bends? Look no further than the 2009 MY SV650A ABS, this might be the one you've been looking for. YOu get the lightweight feel of a naked machine, plus the v-twin vibe of its 90-degree engine, with comfortable seating and classic roadster looks.
Suzuki also throws in the anti-locking brakes which add more stability when the going gets tough and emergency stops are needed. The bike also retains the sober paint schemes of the previous year models, and the black painted frame and swingarm.
2012 Suzuki SV650A ABS[edit | edit source]
The SV650A ABS is probably the benchmark for the middleweight v-twin-powered naked bikes, and the long history of the model is the perfect testimony for how loved this bike is. Frankly it;s hard not to love it, especially when looking for a sport-natured commuter and fun bike, packing the classic v-twin rumble, excellent agility in the urban jungle, flawless highway performance and all-round practicality.
The injected engine provides a crisp feel and great efficiency, while delivering both low-end grunt and high-revving passing power. And adding a luggage system also transforms the 2012 MY SV650A ABS into a great travel bike.
2013 Suzuki SV650A ABS[edit | edit source]
It looks like people are still enjoying the special vibe of a sporty v-twin naked bike, so it only made sense that Suzuki continued to manufacture the SV650A ABS. The 2013 MY retains the cool factor of the middleweight machines, being lightweight and nimble, and an excellent city slicer for fast and efficient commuting.
The model is unfortunately not available in the US, despite the fact that Canada received it.