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599 has the 93 or 98 version of the cbr engine. Smaller carbs and a different ignition map. It takes some of the power off the top end and shifts it down low.

I would also recommed you to take a look at ninja 650. I had decided to make it my second bike after I'd had enough practice on a 500. But now that I bought sv650s, I think I'll eventually just add bottom fairing to make it look like this:

http://www.firestorm-jfc.pwp.blueyonder ... 650S-2.jpg

Eugene

ninja79 wrote:I would also recommed you to take a look at ninja 650. I had decided to make it my second bike after I'd had enough practice on a 500. But now that I bought sv650s, I think I'll eventually just add bottom fairing to make it look like this:

http://www.firestorm-jfc.pwp.blueyonder ... 650S-2.jpg

Eugene

Damn, that looks nice.

SV650 not suited as a track bike? You obviously dont get out to the track much. The SV is quite possibly the most popular track bike out there. The SV has a HUGE following in the racing world, there are SV specific race classes with packed grids that rival or exceed the size of 600 class grids.

Hey Loco if I were you I would get an SV650s and install some lower fairings to complete the look.

If you want something COMPLETELY different however you might look into the new Triumph Daytona 675.

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jmillheiser wrote:If you want something COMPLETELY different however you might look into the new Triumph Daytona 675.

Different how? It looks like every other high-revving tupperware container on the market.

jmillheiser wrote:SV650 not suited as a track bike? You obviously dont get out to the track much. The SV is quite possibly the most popular track bike out there. The SV has a HUGE following in the racing world, there are SV specific race classes with packed grids that rival or exceed the size of 600 class grids.

Hey Loco if I were you I would get an SV650s and install some lower fairings to complete the look.

If you want something COMPLETELY different however you might look into the new Triumph Daytona 675.

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mmm, yummy bike. It looks better than most any other sport bike up there with the 2006 R6.

The different part is owing more to the engine than to the looks.

It has the torque of a twin and almost as much top end as a 4 cylinder. Plus it sounds like nothing else (well it does sound like other 3 cylinder bikes). Supposed to be a much nicer riding bike on the street than the Japanese competition.

jmillheiser wrote:SV650 not suited as a track bike? You obviously dont get out to the track much. The SV is quite possibly the most popular track bike out there. The SV has a HUGE following in the racing world, there are SV specific race classes with packed grids that rival or exceed the size of 600 class grids.

Ya, that didnt come out right. I meant to convey that a CBR600RR is a great track bike stock, whereas the SV is not a good track bike stock. Sure the SV is popular at the track because of its price and aftermarket, but the SV's handling in stock condition leaves alot to be desired. If the guy can afford it, just get the better bike from the get-go.

Anyway, I think the guy is looking for more of an F4i style bike. In Europe it is called the CBR600F, but its a great blend of sport,style, and comfort.

"Hey Loco if I were you I would get an SV650s and install some lower fairings to complete the look."

Well, let me come at this directly, I dont recommend this. If the guy wants the supersport look, he just needs to get a supersport. You can drop $2000 into an SV650S and still have a bike inferior to a stock 600RR.

The reason I say this is because I considered upgrading my SV as opposed to just getting a new bike. I also crave the sexy supersport looks,handling, and power. After I added up all the costs of modding the bike, I came to the conclusion it would be cheaper to get a new bike. Not to mention, short of throwing a supercharger on the bike, its still going to be down 20-40hp on the supersport 600s.

I just came to the conclusion that I needed to accept the SV for what it was and not expect it to look or perform like a supersport.

That's funny, because I was under the impression you don't need a supersport to have fun. The SV650S is a great bike, and will be more comfortable for both everyday, and ttack riding. The month before last there was a great article in Canadian Biker about using the SV as a track bike. And he did really well with only minor mods: new exhaust, and better tires. Plus frame sliders etc etc.

I think people in North America in general as too obsessed with the "bigger is better," idealogy. Buying a bike based solely on stats is a mistake. Any 600 that is comfortable for him to sit on is the best one for him.