Suzuki SV650 User Manual

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NOTE: In some situations, a
motorcycle with ABS may require
a longer stopping distance to stop
on loose or uneven surfaces than
an equivalent motorcycle without
ABS.
 WARNING
Inexperienced riders tend to
under utilize the front brake.
This can cause excessive stop-
ping distance and lead to a col-
lision. Using only the front or
rear brake can cause skidding
and loss of control.
Apply both brakes evenly and
at the same time.
 WARNING
Braking while turning the
motorcycle can be hazardous,
whether or not your motorcycle
is equipped with ABS. ABS can
not control wheel side-slips
that occur when you brake
hard while turning and the
side-slips could cause loss of
control.
Slow down sufficiently in a
straight line before you begin
to turn and avoid other than
slight braking while turning.
 WARNING
Failure to use good judgment
with ABS can be hazardous.
ABS cannot make up for bad
road conditions, bad judge-
ment, or improper operation of
the brakes.
Remember that ABS will not
compensate for poor judg-
ment, incorrect braking tech-
niques, or the need to slow
down over bad roads or in poor
weather conditions. Use good
judgment and do not ride faster
than conditions will safely
allow.

Suzuki SV650 Specifications

General

Bore x Stroke	81.0 mm x 62.6 mm
Compression Ratio	11.2:1
Fuel System	Fuel injection
Transmission	6-speed constant mesh
Front Suspension	Telescopic, coil spring, oil damped
Rear Suspension	Link type, coil spring, oil damped
Front Brakes	Dual hydraulic disc
Front Tire	120/70ZR17M/C (58W), tubeless
Rear Tire	160/60ZR17M/C (69W), tubeless
Overall Length	2, 140 mm (84.3 in)
Overall Width	760 mm (29.9 in)
Overall Height	1, 090 mm (42.9 in)
Wheelbase	1, 445 mm (56.9 in)
Ground Clearance	135 mm (5.3 in)
Seat Height	785 mm (30.9 in)
Ignition	Electronic ignition (transistorized)
Starter	Electric
Final Drive	Chain
Engine Type	645cc, 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, DOHC, 90° V-twin
Rear Brakes	Hydraulic disc
Fuel Tank Capacity	14.5 L (3.8 US gal)
Curb Weight	198 kg (437 lbs)