Calling SV experts

defector · 08-19-2010, 01:03 AM

So it looks like I am going to pick up a 2000 SV 650 this weekend. Anything in particular I should be looking for (other than the normal stuff)?
Common problems?

Doubtful I will ever ride it on the street, as I am buying it as a track bike.

Riceaholic · 08-19-2010, 04:58 AM

Everyone I know that has one also use them for track bikes and beat them to death. They crash well and just don't die...

derf · 08-19-2010, 08:29 AM

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Originally Posted by defector

Anything in particular I should be looking for

Wheels. You want the bike to have wheels, and an engine, that would help too

Curb · 08-19-2010, 09:08 AM

if you need any spares let me know...i have a few left in my garage. rear wheel, complete front end (has a leaky fork seal), full harness and ecu. these are all from an 02, so the forks are adjustable. shouldn't have a problem using any of them. and if there is anything else let me know and i can check to see what i have.

good luck

Dave · 08-19-2010, 09:22 AM

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Originally Posted by Curb

if you need any spares let me know...i have a few left in my garage. rear wheel, complete front end (has a leaky fork seal), full harness and ecu. these are all from an 02, so the forks are adjustable. shouldn't have a problem using any of them. and if there is anything else let me know and i can check to see what i have.

good luck

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Particle Man · 08-19-2010, 09:51 AM

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Originally Posted by defector

So it looks like I am going to pick up a 2000 SV 650 this weekend. Anything in particular I should be looking for (other than the normal stuff)?
Common problems?

Doubtful I will ever ride it on the street, as I am buying it as a track bike.

Other than the common stuff (brake lines, rubber bits, etc) I would just ask about modifications and personally make sure said mods were done correctly.

You can kick the ever luvin' crap out of that motor and it will keep coming back for more.

ontwo · 08-19-2010, 11:11 AM

The only problem with your plan is that you didn't buy mine

defector · 08-19-2010, 01:24 PM

Looks like I will be passing on this one. There is something knocking either in the trans or bottom end of the engine, and the 2-3 gear change is not quite right.

defector · 08-19-2010, 01:25 PM

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Originally Posted by derf

Wheels. You want the bike to have wheels, and an engine, that would help too

Check, and check. I will check for a seat and bars also.

ontwo · 08-19-2010, 03:25 PM

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Originally Posted by defector

Looks like I will be passing on this one. There is something knocking either in the trans or bottom end of the engine, and the 2-3 gear change is not quite right.

I know where you can a good one. Brakes and suspension already upgraded.

08-19-2010, 01:03 AM	#1
defector My balls, your chin Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: The desert of Az Moto: 929, SV650, YZ250 Posts: 1,917	Calling SV experts So it looks like I am going to pick up a 2000 SV 650 this weekend. Anything in particular I should be looking for (other than the normal stuff)? Common problems? Doubtful I will ever ride it on the street, as I am buying it as a track bike. __________________ Reading this signature may give you special powers, including the ability to run through walls. You should try it immediately.

08-19-2010, 09:08 AM	#4
Curb resident gimp Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: SoFla Moto: a big ole steamin pile of nothin Posts: 1,344	if you need any spares let me know...i have a few left in my garage. rear wheel, complete front end (has a leaky fork seal), full harness and ecu. these are all from an 02, so the forks are adjustable. shouldn't have a problem using any of them. and if there is anything else let me know and i can check to see what i have. good luck __________________ Steve Political correctness is killing this country

08-19-2010, 11:11 AM	#7
ontwo Designated Drinker Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: shitville Moto: 2009 ZX6R Posts: 1,661	The only problem with your plan is that you didn't buy mine __________________

08-19-2010, 01:24 PM	#8
defector My balls, your chin Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: The desert of Az Moto: 929, SV650, YZ250 Posts: 1,917	Looks like I will be passing on this one. There is something knocking either in the trans or bottom end of the engine, and the 2-3 gear change is not quite right. __________________ Reading this signature may give you special powers, including the ability to run through walls. You should try it immediately.

08-19-2010, 04:58 AM	#2
Riceaholic High Life Drinker Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Tampa Bay Moto: 01 GSXR 1000 - Yamaha Zuma 125 Posts: 961	Everyone I know that has one also use them for track bikes and beat them to death. They crash well and just don't die...