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If you’ve got a SV1000 that you’re working on, you’ve come to the right place.
Whether you’re doing a full rebuild or restoration motorcycle project or you just need to complete some routine maintenance, we’ve got all the information and links to what you need to do the job right.
On this page you’ll find:
- Links to the motorcycle service manual for your SV1000.
- Where you can find used SV1000s for sale to start a new motorcycle project or get a parts bike.
- Specs, details, and information about the history of the SV1000.
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SV1000 Specs & Details
The Suzuki SV1000 was a street bike available as a naked bike or half-faired version from 2003 to 2007.
The SV1000 was the larger version of the popular SV650 motorcycle, and shares a lot of common parts and components.
Notable differences between each model include the frame, handlebars, swingarm, and forks.
Unlike bikes it was competing with (e.g. Honda’s SuperHawk), the SV1000 featured a fuel injection system rather than carbs.
Highlights of the Suzuki SV1000 specs include:
- Top Speed: 148 mph.
- Engine Displacement: 996cc.
- Cylinders/Engine Type: V-twin DOHC
- Compression Ratio: 11.6:1
- Transmission: 6 speed.
- Wet Weight: 456 to 480 lbs.
Refer to the table below for full specs and details:
| Category | Spec |
| Class | Sport touring |
| Engine | Four-stroke, liquid cooled, 90 degree V-Twin, DOHC, 8-valves, TSCC |
| Bore | 99.1mm |
| Compression ratio | 11.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 148 mph |
| Horsepower | 124.98 HP (93.2 KW) @ 6800RPM |
| Torque | 75.24 ft/lbs (102.0 Nm) @ 7500RPM |
| Fuel System | Electronic Injection |
| Air Filter | K&N SU-6503[1] |
| Ignition | Digital |
| Spark Plug | NGK CR8EK |
| Battery | YUASA YTX14-BS |
| Transmission | 6 Speed, manual |
| Clutch | Wet, multi-plate, manual |
| Final Drive | Chain: 530×110 |
| Front Sprocket | 17T |
| Rear Sprocket | 40T |
| Front Suspension | Telescopic, cartridge-type, adjustable preload, adjustable compression and rebound damping |
| Rear Suspension | Link-type, adjustable preload, adjustable compression and rebound damping |
| Front Brake | Dual hydraulic discs |
| Rear Brake | Single hydraulic disc |
| Front Tire | 120/70-ZR17 |
| Rear Tire | 180/55-ZR17 |
| Wheelbase | 56.3 inches (1430 mm) |
| Length | 82.09 inches (2085 mm) |
| Width | 29.29 inches (744 mm) |
| Height | 46.06 inches (1170 mm) |
| Seat Height | 31.5 inches (800 mm) |
| Weight | 410.06 pounds (186.0 Kg) (dry), 186.0 kg (wet) |
| Recommended Oil | Suzuki ECSTAR 10w40 |
| Fuel Capacity | 4.49 Gallon (17.00 Liters) |
SV1000 Years & Variations
Model years and variations for the SV1000 include:
- SV1000
- SV1000S
- SV1000SZ
Find a SV1000 for Sale Near You
If you’re looking for a SV1000 of your own or need a donor parts bike for your current motorcycle project, you can use the MotorcycleZombies.com used bike search tool to find what you’re looking for.
Click your state below to find used SV1000s near you.
These motorcycle search engines search Craigslist listing for the entire state so you don’t have to individually search each specific region.
Once you’ve got the bike up and running, be sure to check back to our motorcycle registration and title guides if you need help getting plates (Especially if you’ve bought the SV1000 without a title).