Suzuki has revealed the SV-7S, a middleweight roadster and a successor to the SV650, with updated styling, new electronics and a revised version of the familiar 645cc V-twin engine.
This bike shares its underpinnings with the SV-7GX sport tourer, which was revealed last year. However, it gets a traditional naked roadster design with a round LED headlight, an exposed trellis frame and minimal bodywork.
- Uses a 645cc V-twin engine
- Features modern electronics
Suzuki SV-7S: Engine and performance
The Suzuki SV-7S is powered by a 645cc liquid-cooled 90-degree V-twin engine that produces 72bhp at 8,500rpm and 63Nm of torque at 6,800rpm. The engine gets revised internals, a new airbox, an electronic throttle and updated emissions hardware to meet Euro 5+ norms. It also gets a new 2-into-1 exhaust system and a bi-directional quickshifter.
Suzuki SV-7S: Features, Suspension and Brakes
The SV-7S gets Suzuki’s Intelligent Ride System (SIRS), which includes three riding modes and switchable traction control. It also gets a 4.2-inch colour TFT display with smartphone connectivity through the Suzuki RideConnect app.
The motorcycle features a 41mm telescopic front fork with 125mm of travel and a preload-adjustable rear monoshock with 129mm of travel.
Braking duties are handled by twin 290mm front discs with four-piston calipers and a 240mm rear disc. The SV-7S also gets two-channel ABS and LED lighting at both ends.
Suzuki SV-7S: India launch
Suzuki has not announced the price of the SV-7S yet. The company has also not confirmed whether the motorcycle will be launched in India.
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