[yellowbee]

In about a week I will be purchasing a new bike. I am strongly considering the sv650s. What I would like to know it where to practice with it? I have an 80' Suzuki 550, but I am sure the sv650s is a different beast all together.
Secondly, would this bike be comfortable for short half hour to hour commutes?

 

[revolution600]

the 650 will be great for short rides but also comfortable for longer ones. its good that you have some riding experience first. many people pick the sv650 as their first bike, so you will be fine since you have the experience. have fun cause its a great bike.

 

[DrBob]

The sv650 is a good bike for a next step, as you will not outgrow it in one season like you would anything smaller.

As for places to get used to its handling, check out the local high school or collage on a Sunday afternoon. Cruise slowly around the parking lot until you get the feel for the bike, and then have a little fun around the light poles, etc. Once you feel comfortable, there is little traffic in residential areas on Sunday. Or go to the local mall after they close and have a little fun in their huge parking lot. Don't drive crazy or do burnouts, and they won't mind a bit.
I am currently employed at a local university, and every Sunday a group of folks set up cones in the parking lot and practice riding. They behave, so we pretend we don't see them.

 

[yellowbee]

Thanks for the advice. I would not have thought about going to malls or colleges.

 

[Guest]

about once a month, the airport i live next to closes off a runway and lets coppers practice thier riding skills. maybe its the same at your local airport and see if you can practice with them.