Sport Motorcycles

With 2008 Suzuki SV650, middle naked bikes will never be the same again. They will be a step forward. Offering excellent performance only matched by handling and comfort, the new narrow raise standards and promises to be your companion for miles and miles in or out of town. That’s great!

2008 SUZUKI SV650 SPECIFICATIONS

Engine and Transmission

Displacement: 645cc
Type: four-stroke, liquid cooled, 90 degree V-twin, DOHC, 8-valves, TSCC
Bore x Stroke: 81.0 x 62.6 mm
Compression Ratio: 11.5:1
Fuel System: Fuel Injection
Lubrication: Wet Sump
Ignition: Digital/Transistorized
Transmission: 6-speed
Final Drive: #525 chain

Chassis and Dimensions

Suspension Front: Telescopic, coil spring, oil damped, fully adjustable preload
Suspension Rear: Link-type, 7-way adjustable spring preload
Brakes Front: Dual hydraulic disc
Brakes Rear: Single hydraulic disc
Tires Front: 120/60-ZR17
Tires Rear: 160/60-ZR17
Overall Length: 2080 mm (81.9 in.)
Overall Width: 745 mm (29.3 in.)
Overall Height: 1085 mm (42.7 in.)
Seat Height: 800 mm (31.5 in.)
Ground Clearance: 150 mm (5.9 in.)
Wheelbase: 1440 mm (56.7 in.)
Dry Weight: 168 kg (370 lbs.)
Fuel Tank Capacity: 17 liter (4.5 gal.); 16 liter (4.2 gal.) CA. model
Other

Color: Blue, Gray

Features

Engine Features

Twin spark plug cylinder heads for optimum combustion and reduced emissions.

Compact 645 cc, 90 degree liquid-cooled V-twin, DOHC 8-valve engine tuned for strong low to mid rpm power.

90 degree V-twin cylinder layout eliminates primary vibration without a counterbalancer, keeping the engine simple and compact.

Lightweight chain-driven DOHC, shim-under-bucket valve system with 31mm intake valves and 25.5mm exhaust valves.

Electronic fuel injection system featuring the Suzuki Dual Throttle Valve System (SDTV) – maintains optimum air velocity in the intake tract for smooth low-to-mid rpm throttle response and high torque output – includes Auto Fast Idle System (AFIS).

High capacity liquid-cooling system and oil cooler enhance engine performance durability – coolant routing is integrated with the clutch cover and engine case for a cleaner look and reduced weight.

Smooth-shifting 6-speed transmission with vertically staggered transmission shafts for a shorter, more compact crankcase.

Plastic outer clutch cover and engine sprocket cover for reduced weight and noise.

Lightweight 2-into-1 exhaust system is tuned for strong low and mid-range torque.
Chassis Features

Black-painted frame, swingarm, and wheels, plus headlight-mounted mini-fairing with tinted shield for more sport appearance.

Tube-style handlebar for a comfortable upright seating position, plus single, round-style 60/55W headlight.

Narrow, lightweight aluminum truss-style frame constructed with high-vacuum die-cast process for more consistent strength and fewer individual welded sections.

Box-section aluminum swingarm is lightweight with high torsional rigidity.

41mm front fork with 130mm of wheel travel provides a smooth, compliant ride.

Link-type single-shock rear suspension with 7-way adjustable preload.

Powerful dual hydraulic disc front brakes with 290mm floating rotors and adjustable brake lever position.

Single disc rear brake with 240mm rotor.

Compact instrument cluster includes analog tach, LCD speedometer, odometer/tripmeters, and temperature gauge, plus LCD clock and low fuel warning light.

Steeply angled tail section houses unique vertically-stacked, high visibility LED taillight and compact rear fender.

Large under-seat storage area, passenger grab-bar and tie-down hooks.

Slim 4.5 gallon fuel tank with low-fuel warning light.

Hinged fuel tank swings up for easy access to the airbox and throttle bodies.

Wide radial tires mounted on lightweight, 3-spoke cast aluminum wheels.