2001Suzuki SV650S

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The 2001 Suzuki SV650S is a half-faired sport bike for riders who want V-twin character and agile handling. Its 645cc liquid-cooled V-twin makes 70 hp and 62 Nm, with an 805 mm seat and a 212 km/h top speed.

Capacity: 645.0 ccm
Engine: V-Twin, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Dry weight: 165.0 kg
Seat height: 805 mm
Power: 70.0 HP (51.5 kW) @ 9000 RPM

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What’s new for the 2001 Suzuki SV650S

vs the 2000

Spec	2000	2001
Engine capacity	654.0 ccm (39.91 cubic inches)	645.0 ccm (39.36 cubic inches)
Top speed	200.0 km/h (124.3 mph)	212.0 km/h (131.7 mph)
Dry weight	169.0 kg (372.6 pounds)	165.0 kg (363.8 pounds)
Front suspension	—	Telescopic, coil spring, oil damped, fully adjustable preload
Rear suspension	—	Link-type, 7-way adjustable spring preload
Front brakes	Single disc	Dual disc

Other years 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail10%

Cornering82%

City riding75%

Daily riding75%

Touring45%

Two-up40%

Track55%

Best for: A versatile naked-sport machine built primarily for spirited commuting, twisty backroads, and learning the fundamentals of sporty riding.
Built for: Playful and eager, with a torquey V-twin engine and agile handling that rewards flicking through corners rather than outright top-end speed.
Not ideal for: Not the right choice for riders wanting long-distance touring comfort, serious off-road capability, or high-speed superbike performance.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

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Your height

Inseam (optional)

Units

At 805mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2001 Suzuki SV650S, with a cramped knee angle of around 70 degrees and a forward-leaning riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 645.0 ccm
Power: 70.0 HP (51.5 kW) @ 9000 RPM
Torque: 62.0 Nm (6.3 kgf-m)
Engine type: V-Twin, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.4242 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke: 81.0 x 62.6 mm
Compression: 11.5:1
Cooling system: Liquid
Fuel system: Carburettor
Starting: Electric
Ignition: Digital
Valves per cylinder: 4
Lubrication system: Wet Sump

Transmission

Gearbox: 6-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Chain
Clutch: Wet multiple plate coil springs

Performance

Top speed: 212.0 km/h (131.7 mph)

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1420 mm
Overall length: 2045 mm
Overall width: 740 mm
Overall height: 1130 mm
Seat height: 805 mm
Dry weight: 165.0 kg
Wet weight: 196.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 16.00 litres
Ground clearance: 140 mm

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Aluminium
Front suspension: Telescopic, coil spring, oil damped, fully adjustable preload
Rear suspension: Link-type, 7-way adjustable spring preload
Front wheel travel: 130 mm
Rear wheel travel: 125 mm
Rake (fork angle): 25.0°
Trail: 104 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Dual disc
Front brakes diameter: 290 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc
Rear brakes diameter: 240 mm
Front tyre: 120/60-ZR17
Rear tyre: 160/60-ZR17

Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.

What changed, year to year

Differences highlighted

Specification	2000	2001	2003	2006	2013	2016
Capacity	654 cc	645 cc	645 cc	645 cc	645 cc	645 cc
Dry weight	169 kg	165 kg	165 kg	169 kg	169 kg	169 kg
Seat height	805 mm	805 mm	800 mm	800 mm	800 mm	800 mm
Fuel capacity	16 L	16 L	17 L	17 L	17 L	17 L