599 vs sv650

[derK]

i crashed and sold my ninja 500, so for next season i'm looking at either the honda599 or the sv650s. i really want to move up to an inline-4 so the 599 is leading the way right now. However the sv650s is cheaper and it looks better, also has LOTS of aftermarket support and has a bit more of the sporty feel to it (which i really want, comming from a ninja500). which bike would you go with and why???

Derek

[Mykl]

I'd rather have the SV650.

What happened to your 500?

[derK]

i lowslided and went into a ditch. didn't want to fix it up because it would be gone next season for either the 599 or sv650s

[kranok]

SVs all the way.

[Mykl]

Originally Posted by derK

i lowslided and went into a ditch. didn't want to fix it up because it would be gone next season for either the 599 or sv650s

Well, be careful, either of these bikes will be a noticeable step up in performance.

The 599 is a good motorcycle, but it seems to be a bit on the high side in terms of price for what it is. You really can't go wrong with the SV650.

[derK]

ok i'll break down the pros/cons for both bikes IMO

599 - pros: -inline-4 motor (i'm the type of guy that loves the sudden burst of power and i LOVE the sound of a screaming inline-4

-big 5.5"rim to fit some nice rubber for more surface contact
-honda = trustworthy and reliable
-looks good
-F3 motor so we know it's a proven go getter motor

CONS - expensive for what you get
-banana seat
-not aggressive enough for my liking

sv650s PROS - v-twin power = useable street and track power
-looks good
-aftermarket support

CONS - as stated for the 599 i like the sudden burst of power and i don't care much for the sound of a v-twin
- probably not as comfortable
-sluggish suspension (from what i've read)

[dmk]

also new SV is fuel injected, 599 is carbs.

[linuxbikr]

If you like the 599, why not just go and buy a used CBR600F3? Fundamentally the same bike just sportier. Really can't go wrong with either the 599 or the SV650S. I'd take an F3 first, then the SV, then the 599.

[Piccolo]

What's wrong with the FZ6 or the Triumph Speed 4? At my local Triumph dealer, I could get a leftover 2003 for $5600. That's cheaper than a new SV, plus you get suspension that is far superior to any of the other budget bikes, and a comparitively powerful engine. The S4 might be too much bike for someone without much experience though.

Also, if I had to make the choice between the SV and 599, I'd take the SV every day of the week and twice on Sunday. But that's just my opinion.

[Tiamat]

agreed... if you were the retro type, i'd say the 599, but since you're looking for something a little more sporty, definately the SV. You don't see too many people racing an upright honda 599 these days...

[wyattburp]

I just bought a 599 a couple weeks ago. I LOVE it! Very fun to drive, and very comfy!

For some reason, I wasn't really attracted to the looks of the SV...I liked the bulky look of the 599, it appeared 'meaner' to me.

[jesseh]

Get the SV , but then again I'm sort of biased.

[slingblade]

SVs hands down.

[derK]

do the sv650s and the naked sv650 both run about the same times???

[Mykl]

Originally Posted by derK

do the sv650s and the naked sv650 both run about the same times???

I think they're the same exact bike aside from the obvious visual differences and ergo adjustments.