SV / DL650 - Schweeeeeeet

[infidel]

Just a concept - but I must say does look impressive.

http://www.motorcycledaily.com/2019/08/oberdan-bezzi-sketches-fantasy-Suzuki-rally-weapon/

We'll never see one of course, bit like recursion or the Dr Big 1000.

Suzuki's UK line is disappointing me more and more - no Busa, Bandit, GSXR600, or 750. Were not even getting the new GSXR1000X. The new Katana is pointless - 12L tank and iffy styling... (though I like the GSXS1000 platform - its a hoot to ride, as is the 750).

Sort it out Suzuki!

[TLPower]

Similar?

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/KTM-950-SE-Super-Enduro-Rare-in-very-good-condition-Collectors-bike

[Tigerjohn]

I've long thought that Suzuki should have done more with their SV/DL650 platform. Yamaha have taken their successful CP2 engine into the retro sector with the XSR700 and the 'proper' adventure sector with the exciting new Tenere T7. With such a great engine, clutch and gearbox, Suzuki have missed out on some lucrative opportunities.

[infidel]

I was thinking same example john with yamaha and the MT07. The 650 platform is clearly still going to be around for quite a while - yet they seem reticent to exploit it.

At the same time they are shutting down other engine platforms and not replacing them.