Touring on the SV650

[pista]

Hey Danimal, did you set up your suspension after the GSXR swap? Since installing a ZX-10 shock and Sonic Springs with 10w oil in my '03 SV thou, the handling feels unsettled and it doesn't inspire any confidence. Any advice? I live in NE Ohio as well and cannot wait for next season to check out some of those twisties.

[Ohio_Danimal]

Originally Posted by pista

Hey Danimal, did you set up your suspension after the GSXR swap? Since installing a ZX-10 shock and Sonic Springs with 10w oil in my '03 SV thou, the handling feels unsettled and it doesn't inspire any confidence. Any advice? I live in NE Ohio as well and cannot wait for next season to check out some of those twisties.

Yes, I had Zoran from Twin Works Factory setup the forks and did things the right way as far as properly setting up sag, etc. My rear shock is from a 2005 Kaw. Zx636 and is sprung well for my weight (230 lbs). I'd be happy to help you with your setup next spring. Your forks are light years better than the sticks on a stock 650.

[pista]

Originally Posted by Ohio_Danimal

Yes, I had Zoran from Twin Works Factory setup the forks and did things the right way as far as properly setting up sag, etc. My rear shock is from a 2005 law. Zx636 and is sprung well for my weight (230 lbs). I'd be happy to help you with your setup next spring. Your forks are light years better than the sticks on a stock 650.

Thanks Danimal, I will definitely take you up on that next spring. Somebody on another forum recommended FCR Suspension near Youngstown. But I'd love to get this sorted out without having to take it to a shop.

[ducnut]

Originally Posted by mg66

Nice plate!

I'm diggin' the luggage setup, too. I've been dreaming of a Tiger 800, for it's lighter than 1050 weight and shorter than 1050 height. But, I was just telling my GF how much I enjoy riding her SV and that a standard SV might not be a bad choice.....except, the SV's width, between the legs, kills my knees, as does the peg-to-seat distance.

[madisonreid]

Originally Posted by ducnut

Nice plate!

I'm diggin' the luggage setup, too. I've been dreaming of a Tiger 800, for it's lighter than 1050 weight and shorter than 1050 height. But, I was just telling my GF how much I enjoy riding her SV and that a standard SV might not be a bad choice.....except, the SV's width, between the legs, kills my knees, as does the peg-to-seat distance.

Ducnut
This is the set up
Buell Pegs lower 1"
rearset plate reversed lowered 1"


Very comfortable

[fiftytop]

At 60k this 06 is starting a new life as my year round long distance tourer...

[Aghartha]

Originally Posted by mg66

This is such a good looking bike.

[SpaceManSpiff]

love seeing the high mileage rigs in this thread!

[ducnut]

Originally Posted by Aghartha

This is such a good looking bike.

Yeah, it looks like an FJR, but, without all the weight.

[ducnut]

Originally Posted by fiftytop

What kind of mileage are you getting out of the rain tires? And, are those Avon?

[madisonreid]

Originally Posted by fiftytop

At 60k this 06 is starting a new life as my year round long distance tourer...

I have the bar end mirrors as well. How did you get your EARS to work with those mirrors so cleanly? I have a pair and would love to set up as well. Also those are MT21 tire yes ? Very nice for the NorthWest.

[fiftytop]

Originally Posted by ducnut

What kind of mileage are you getting out of the rain tires? And, are those Avon?

Yes, they’re Avon Av49/50 SP. They’re more of a racing / Supermoto specific rain tire. I ran these as an experiment for the 6 months of rain we get here in western Oregon… and that’s how long the experiment lasts! The rear won’t get more than 5k before the center is flattened out. The front might last for a couple of seasons, maybe 8-9k.
I am looking for a longer lasting dual sport tire that won’t wear out fast if run on dry… not too many choices out there for the SV’s rims though.

[mg66]

Originally Posted by Aghartha

This is such a good looking bike.

Why thank you :)

[madisonreid]

Originally Posted by fiftytop

Yes, they’re Avon Av49/50 SP. They’re more of a racing / Supermoto specific rain tire. I ran these as an experiment for the 6 months of rain we get here in western Oregon… and that’s how long the experiment lasts! The rear won’t get more than 5k before the center is flattened out. The front might last for a couple of seasons, maybe 8-9k.
I am looking for a longer lasting dual sport tire that won’t wear out fast if run on dry… not too many choices out there for the SV’s rims though.

Scorpion Sync and Distanzias may be what your looking for.

[fiftytop]

Originally Posted by madisonreid

Scorpion Sync and Distanzias may be what your looking for.

I don't know about the Syncs but the Distanzias sizes that fit the SV rims are in a softer SuperMoto compound... not sure they will last much longer than what I have right now. If I can fit a 150/70 rear I might go with them...