Editing Suzuki SFV650G

{{Infobox Motorcycle
|name             = [[Suzuki]] SFV650G
|image            = [[File:Suzuki-SFV650-Gladius-12--2.jpg|frameless|Suzuki SFV650G]]
|aka              = 
|manufacturer     = Suzuki
|parent_company   =
|production       = 2012
|model_year       =
|predecessor      =
|successor        =
|class            =
|engine           = Four stroke, 90°-V-twin, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder.
|bore_stroke      =
|compression      = 11.5:1
|top_speed        =
|power            =
|torque           =
|fuel_system      =
|ignition         = Electronic ignition (Transistorized)
|spark_plug       =
|battery          =
|transmission     = 6 Speed
|frame            = Compact trellis steel frame
|suspension       =Front: Telescopic fork, [[coil]] spring, oil damped <br>
Rear: Link type, coil spring, oil damped, spring preload 7-step adjustable
|brakes           =Front: 2 x 290 mm Discs, 2 [[piston]] calipers, ABS <br>Rear: Single 240 mm disc, 1 piston caliper, ABS
|front_tire       = {{tire|120/70 ZR17}} 
|rear_tire   	  = {{tire|160/60 ZR17}} 
|rake_trail       =
|wheelbase        = 1445mm / 56.9 in
|length           =
|width            =
|height           =
|seat_height      = 785 mm / 30.9 in
|dry_weight       =
|wet_weight       = 202 kg / 446 lbs
|fuel_capacity    = 14.5 Litres / 3.8 US gal / 3.2 Imp gal
|oil_capacity     =
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}}



==Engine==
The engine was a Liquid cooled cooled Four stroke, 90°-V-twin, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder.. The engine featured a 11.5:1 [[compression ratio]].  

==Chassis==
It came with a 120/70 ZR17 front [[tire]] and a 160/60 ZR17 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via 2 x 290 mm Discs, 2 piston calipers, ABS in the front and a Single 240 mm disc, 1 piston caliper, ABS in the rear. The front suspension was a  Telescopic fork, coil spring, oil damped while the rear was equipped with a Link type, coil spring, oil damped, spring preload 7-step adjustable. The SFV650G was fitted with a 14.5 Litres / 3.8 US gal / 3.2 Imp gal fuel tank. The wheelbase was 1445mm / 56.9 in long.  
== Photos ==
[[File:Suzuki-SFV650-Gladius-12--2.jpg|600px|Suzuki SFV650G]]
[[File:Suzuki-SFV650-Gladius-12--1.jpg|600px|Suzuki SFV650G]]
[[File:Suzuki-SFV-650-Gladius--09--5.jpg|600px|Suzuki SFV650G]]
[[File:Suzuki-SFV650-Gladius-12.jpg|600px|Suzuki SFV650G]]

== Overview ==
Suzuki SFV 650 Gladius



















The Suzuki SFV 650 provides a new definition of
aggressive sport bike styling. With a trellis frame openly highlighting its
chassis design, stylish five-spoke cast aluminum-alloy wheels and a bold,
upswept exhaust system, the Gladius promises exciting performance. The proven
650 V-twin engine provides the power you crave.

Fashion Meets Technology


Introducing a unique work of motorcycle art, a masterpiece of fresh styling.

Powered by a sporty 645 cc / 39.3 cu-incc V-Twin engine featuring the best of modern technology,
delivering broad power.

A motorcycle that blends traditional displacement with an elegant new look,
smooth handling and a friendly, comfortable ride.

Think of it as a combination of style and technology, efficiency and fashion, an
unmatched value on two wheels, with an extra dose of daily fun included.

It is called the Suzuki SFV650 (GLADIUS).

Suzuki's all-new Gladius 650 was a complete surprise to the
press. A new naked middleweight model featuring Suzuki's legendary 650cc V-Twin
engine, the Gladius boasts unique styling in a user-friendly package.

With a fuel injected, twin plug head engine delivering enhanced performance,
combined with great style and neutral lightweight handling, the Gladius is
perfect for first time or experienced riders alike.






Suzuki SFV650 Gladius Key Features
39mm throttle bodies.
645 cc / 39.3 cu-incm3 fuel-injected DOHC 90-degree V-Twin engine based on the SV650 power plant
with proven long-term reliability, broad power and quiet rumble.
Twin Iridium spark plugs for each cylinder improve combustion. Use of Iridium
alloy allows the electrode to be finer to produce a stronger spark.
Race-proven Suzuki Composite Electrochemical Materials (SCEM) cylinder reduces
friction and improves heat transfer, durability and ring seal.
Suzuki Dual Throttle Valve (SDTV) downdraft digital fuel injection enhances
throttle response and acceleration and helps reduce emissions.
10-hole, extra-fine-atomization fuel injectors improve combustion efficiency.
Automatic Idle Speed Control (ISC) system integrated into each throttle body
improves cold starting and reduce emissions.
Elegant styling with a richly curved bodywork highlighted by edgy frame covers,
seat rail/engine cover detailing and buffed stainless steel muffler cover.
Steel-tubing compact trellis frame.
Color combinations and contrasts of front fender, radiator covers, fuel tank
covers, side covers, steel fuel tank and frame in each color scheme attractively
characterize fresh and stylish appearance of the GLADIUS.
Two-tone seat, with a relatively low 785mm (30.9-inch) height, ample padding and
bolstered rear edges to well-support the rider's hips.
Comfortable riding position composed with tubular handlebar shape, footpeg and
seat positioning, and the slim fuel tank/seat meeting section.
41mm-stanchion-tube front forks and progressive-link rear suspension are both
spring-preload adjustable.
5-spoke 17-inch cast aluminum-alloy wheels, shod with Dunlop Qualifier sport
radial tires.
Front brakes with floating 290mm discs and dual-piston calipers; rear brake with
240mm disc and a single-piston caliper.
Carefully shaped multi-reflector headlight incorporates high and low beams as
well as a position light, and is flanked by clear-lens turn indicators.
Instrumentation includes an analog tachometer and LCD speedometer, digital dual
trip meters, odometer, LCD digital clock and gear-position indicator.
Indicator lights include a two-way remaining fuel warning lamp backed up by an
LCD reserve trip meter.




Stylish Exhaust
The SFV650 has a catalyst built into an exhaust chamber mounted underneath the
engine and connected to a stylish upswept muffler.

Transmission Features
Clutch release mechanism is changed from ball-screw type to cam type system and
the transmission gear engagement dogs are strengthened to help improve shifting
of the six speed transmission. .

To reduce mechanical noise, a scissor type primary gear is split length wise
with the two halves spring loaded, and the clutch and countershaft sprocket
covers are now double layered for additional sound reduction.




Chassis Features
Chassis Comfort
Chassis and bodywork are designed to be as slim as possible where the fuel tank
meets the seat, the outside forward edges of the seat are rounded and features a
low 796mm seat height. All to make the new SFV650 easier for entry level riders
to comfortably put both feet on the ground when stopping and for maximum rider
confidence.

Tail Light
Compact combination tail and brake light is packaged neatly underneath the rear
seat framed by stylish seat rails and also flanked by clear lens turn indicators

Compact Frame
Compact trellis steel frame featuring 25-degree of rake and 104 mm of trail for
stable and sporty handling with a beautiful look

Stylish Headlight
Organically shaped multi reflector headlight incorporates high and low beams as
well as a position light and flanked by chrome lens turn indicators.

Instrument cluster
Instrument cluster is positioned above the headlight and provides an analog
tachometer, LCD digital speedometer, LCD dual trip-meters and odometer. An LCD
digital clock, and LCD digital gear position indicator are also featured.
Indicator lights include a two way remaining fuel warning lamp, backed up by an
LCD digital reserve trip meter.

Front forks feature 41mm stanchions with spring preload adjustability over a
15mm range and front wheel travel is 125 mm

Rear shock spring is preload adjustable over a seven step range and rear wheel
travel is 130 mm

Single rear shock is connected to the rectangular-section steel swingarm through
a progressive linkage which allows the suspension to react smoothly to bumps and
improve overall ride comfort.

Dual floating front brake discs measure 290mm in diameter and work with dual
piston calipers.

Dunlop qualifiers sport radials are fitted with a 120/70ZR17 front and a
160/60ZR17 rear tire.

Edgy lines of the frame cover on each side match the seat rail and engine cover
detailing and compliment the shape of the chrome muffler cover

Engine covers are updated to match the stylish new look of the SFV650 with edgy
design elements

Front fender and radiator covers are color matched with the fuel tank covers and
side covers and contrast with the color of the fuel tank and the color of the
frame.

New European inspired styling treatment features sleek flowing lines and an
unmatched elegant new look.

Richly curved bodywork matches nicely with the organic flow of the footpeg
mounting brackets.

Single 240mm rear disc brake disc works with a single piston caliper

Stylish 17 inch cast aluminum alloy wheels feature a new five spoke design with
a 17 x 3.50 inch front wheel and a 17 x 5.00 inch rear wheel

Optimal Seating
The carefully shaped seat has ample padding and the rear edges are bolstered to
support the rider's hips well.

Tubular handlebar shape and footpeg positions are designed to work with the seat
position to add to rider comfort.

{|  class="wikitable"
|- 
!Make Model
|Suzuki SFV 650 Gladius
|- 
!Year
|2012
|- 
!Engine Type
|Four stroke, 90°-V-twin, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder.
|- 
!Displacement
|645 cc / 39.3 cu in
|- 
!Bore X Stroke
|81 x 62.6 mm
|- 
!Cooling System
|Liquid cooled
|- 
!Compression
|11.5:1
|- 
!Lubrication
|Wet sump
|- 
!Induction
|Fuel Injection, 39mm throttle bodies
|- 
!Ignition
|Electronic ignition (Transistorized)
|- 
!Starting
|Electric
|- 
!Max Power
|53 kW / 71 hp @ 9000 rpm
|- 
!Max Torque
|63.1 Nm / 6.4 kgf-m / 46.5 lb-ft @ 7600 rpm
|- 
!Transmission
|6 Speed
|- 
!Final Drive
|Chain
|- 
!Frame
|Compact trellis steel frame
|- 
!Rake
|25o
|- 
!Trail
|104 mm / 4.1 in
|- 
!Front Suspension
|Telescopic fork, coil spring, oil damped
|- 
!Front Wheel Travel
|125 mm / 4.9 in
|- 
!Rear Suspension
|Link type, coil spring, oil damped, spring preload 7-step adjustable
|- 
!Rear Wheel Travel
|130 mm / 5.1 in
|- 
!Front Brakes
|2 x 290 mm Discs, 2 piston calipers, ABS
|- 
!Rear Brakes
|Single 240 mm disc, 1 piston caliper, ABS
|- 
!Front Wheel
|3.50 x 17, Aluminium alloy, 5-spoke
|- 
!Rear Wheel
|5.00 x 17, Aluminium alloy, 5-spoke
|- 
!Front Tire
|120/70 ZR17
|- 
!Rear Tire
|160/60 ZR17
|- 
!Dimensions
|Length 2130 mm / 83. 9 in Width 760 mm / 29.9 in Height 1090mm / 42.9 in
|- 
!Wheelbase
|1445mm / 56.9 in
|- 
!Seat Height
|785 mm / 30.9 in
|- 
!Ground Clearance
|135mm / 5.3 in
|- 
!Wet Weight
|202 kg / 446 lbs
|- 
!Fuel Capacity
|14.5 Litres / 3.8 US gal / 3.2 Imp gal

|}

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