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jkv45 · July 26th, 2017, 06:16 AM

As Zaph noted - the Z isn't exactly the class leader.

It may be fine for you, but do consider other options - especially if you want to buy new.

I have a couple SV650s ('00 and '06), both nakeds, and like them a lot. The new 2017 SV doesn't thrill me, and I'd probably go with the FZ-07 if I were to replace the newer SV (which I'm not planning to do).

If you ever plan to sell it (nobody buying a new bike ever plans to sell it...) the Z is going to be more difficult to sell and you will lose more.

Check insurance to see if there is a significant cost difference in any of the models you are considering as well. The "nakeds" may be considerably less due to the lack of bodywork.

One more thing - don't ever buy an Extended Warranty from a dealer as "peace of mind".

July 26th, 2017, 06:16 AM	#11
jkv45 Rev Limiter Name: Jay Location: WI Join Date: Jul 2013 Motorcycle(s): '06 SV650n, '00 Derbi GPR, '64 CA77 Dream 305, '70 CL450 Scrambler, numerous dirt bikes Posts: A lot. MOTM - Jun '18, Oct '16	As Zaph noted - the Z isn't exactly the class leader. It may be fine for you, but do consider other options - especially if you want to buy new. I have a couple SV650s ('00 and '06), both nakeds, and like them a lot. The new 2017 SV doesn't thrill me, and I'd probably go with the FZ-07 if I were to replace the newer SV (which I'm not planning to do). If you ever plan to sell it (nobody buying a new bike ever plans to sell it...) the Z is going to be more difficult to sell and you will lose more. Check insurance to see if there is a significant cost difference in any of the models you are considering as well. The "nakeds" may be considerably less due to the lack of bodywork. One more thing - don't ever buy an Extended Warranty from a dealer as "peace of mind". Last futzed with by jkv45; July 26th, 2017 at 08:47 AM.