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Good points.
Yes the thing about it looking fast is nonsensical. However, I still think that a less sporty bike would go down less badly - whatever I get will be disapproved of.
Have you had a go on a cbr600f? Any thoughts on the differencw?
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Totally fair. I didn't have that pressure so I went with my heart; but that also invalidates my opinion somewhat.
I tested a Monster, all the SV's, CBR600f, RR, older Triumph 675, R6, and a transalp.
Horses for courses of course. I was looking for something fun, or to tour on. No communing.My very very beginner views.
Ducati = Super fun. Great handling with thunderous soundtrack. 1 out of 2 tested broke down.
SV's. Gen 1's are mad reliable. Gladius I learnt on. They're comfy and punchy, if a bit bland. Maybe because of the change of frame. The 2017 SV was a fucking hoot. Utterly loved it, till I spent longer than an hour on it. Whomever designed the seat needs a slap. It scoots you forward so your crotch is right up against the tank.600f. Shockingly comfortable/rapid/friendly. If a little classic Honda. Felt a bit soul less.
600rr. Possibly my next bike. Also surprisingly comfortable
Triumph. I don't even want to think about this with pants on.
R6. agonizing fun. Emphasis on agonizing.
Transalp. Light, punchy, maybe a perfect commuter for cheap? Totally would for long distance.
Sv650 that I have....I rode it down from Edinburgh over two days. Aside from sitting-in-one-position discomfort. I was absurdly comfortable.
I love this thing...apart from the fucking reliability issues I'm having. Brakes are soft. Suspension is softer. When it runs though....yeah...TL:DR
Chak
I went for the older faired 'fast' looking SV. Not entirely sure what you're trying to sell to the other half exactly. A bike with clip-ons is more likely to kill you? it'll make you go wild with testosterone compared to a naked bike and start punching grannies in the face?
A bike is a bike. Speeding is likely on either. As are the dangers that come with them. 70mph is not gonna be any different on either.
I digress though. I was in the same boat as you. MT07 on finance vs older SV650.
I went for the latter simply because I'm a noob. At this point, I've yet to tap even double digit percentage of the bikes potential.
I learnt on the Gladius and whilst I'm a fan of it cos it's so easy to handle, but I can't stand risers and they have their fair share of faults as well. Internally, it was never a massive change from the SV.
Saying that....in hindsight, If I bought again, I'd either buy the SV again but with way lower mileage and closer to home or a cbr600f.
New bike...no. I want to have fun, not spend weekends looking for possible scratches.