Frame at weld near front fork has crack, I am afraid to ride it due to the defect and if it lets go at the weld. Several motorcycle shops have looked at the crack and all state they believe it is a manufacturer defect, and have not seen welds crack like this. I also spoke to a suzuki factory representative who said he never saw anything like this, and I should take the bike to a welder for repair,but also offered no financial assistance. I have filed a complaint with american suzuki also and I am awaiting a call-back.
The worst 2000 Suzuki SV650 problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Body1
- Engine1
- Suspension1
Problems by type
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- Body1
- Engine1
- Suspension1
Recalls 1
Engine and engine cooling: engine
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The motorcycle crankcase design allows the creation of air pockets near the oil pump inlet due to sloshing of the oil in the crankcase. If the oil pump draws air, inadequate lubrication to the engine occurs, causing severe engine damage and resulting in engine failure.
- Risk
- Sudden engine failure while riding could cause rear wheel lockup, allowing the driver to lose control of the motorcycle.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install an oil plate to prevent the creation of air pockets in the area of the oil pump inlet.
Recall number 00V009000 · Recall details
What 2000 Suzuki SV650 owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
The federal safety agency recall number 00v009/suzuki recall number 2041 manufacturer claims recall work was performed but could not verify after inspecting vehicle and has not contacted consumer. Engine has failed due to this defect after only 4600 miles. Engine will have to be re-built, but manufacturer declined to authorize repair. Currently, repair has not been performed and vehicle is unusable.
Suspension is "limp" meaning it tops and bottoms. There is no rebound dampening in suspension system of this motorcycle. Dealership has been willing to assist consumer. However, manufacturer would not assist financially for this design problem. *ak consumer states the front and rear shocksare cheap.
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Is the 2000 Suzuki SV650 reliable?
Owners have filed 3 complaints about the 2000 Suzuki SV650, 1.5 times a typical SV650 model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2000 Suzuki SV650?
Body and structure, with 1 complaint. Next is engine (1).
How many recalls does the 2000 Suzuki SV650 have?
1 recall, covering engine and engine cooling.
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