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OOk · 12-17-2008, 07:54 PM

Originally Posted by Mithras

If you want to get really technical I didn't specify new. I can buy a modded 2005 gsxr 750 with 3000 miles on it for $6500, for another grand I could probably get one with a few hundred miles on it.

Let's get more technical: The same argument can be made for an SV. So what is/was your point then?

Your original post was regarding the pricing difference between the Gladius and the SV. But now you're saying you were comparing new to used bikes.... that just throws out your original point because why buy an SV when you can get a gixxer for only $1000 more!?

In fact you can use this argument on ANY bike purchase! Why buy a Gladius when I can get a salvaged title MV Augusta F4 at auction for just $1000 more!!! ZOMG!

theloop82 · 12-17-2008, 08:00 PM

Originally Posted by jeeperman

If that was what they were shooting for.....they were shooting blindfolded backwards standing on their head! Kawi's Er6-n is not so bad lookin at all.

Oh sure change the pic right after I comment! Appearently I was looking at the wrong bike cause that is just as fuggin ugly!

Sorry i was trying to find more accurate depictions. I think that color is hideous too. The Er-6 i originally had up was a prototype with a gull wing style swing arm off the Versys. And the first "gladius" i found from google was a 4cyl that looked way kick ass actually

Why cant we get this here? its a 4 cylinder and looks like a B king that isnt trying to prove how well endowed it is.

CrazyCal · 12-17-2008, 08:08 PM

Originally Posted by Transported

Tubular trellis frame. Very nice. Hate the color combos, though.

The black is...OK, but not enough to get me sold on one of 'em.

I kinda like the ER-6N, but I may be a little biased.

Mithras · 12-17-2008, 08:09 PM

Originally Posted by OOk

Let's get more technical: The same argument can be made for an SV. So what is/was your point then?

Your original post was regarding the pricing difference between the Gladius and the SV. But now you're saying you were comparing new to used bikes.... that just throws out your original point because why buy an SV when you can get a gixxer for only $1000 more!?

In fact you can use this argument on ANY bike purchase! Why buy a Gladius when I can get a salvaged title MV Augusta F4 at auction for just $1000 more!!! ZOMG!

We're making points? This goes against the purpose of internet forums...

late apex · 12-17-2008, 08:30 PM

A really good looking bike that hits the target for the intended market.

Realize that it isn't really heavier than the SV650 it replaces. Suzuki is one of the companies that have changed to curb weight measurement this year in place of dry weight. This is an effort to make the published weight at least close to the actual weight of the finished motorcycle.

OOk · 12-17-2008, 10:28 PM

Originally Posted by late apex

A really good looking bike that hits the target for the intended market.

As long as that demographic is not interested in fender elim's! Cause that one on the Gladius is gonna be a doozie!!! (and I thought the CBR one was a pita!) hahahaha -barf

breezebike · 12-18-2008, 10:44 PM

They might sell more in a white with hot pink color combination. My wife might want one. That two-tone is definitely a girlie bike. I used to have an early naked SV but this is going in the wrong direction for me. It should be easier to ride for people who like a softer, gentler ride. I believe it has more flywheel weight so it won't be so jerky for newbies. The black is not bad. If it had better suspension and brakes than the SV, along with the SV spec motor I might want one. The unsightly features could be fixed. But then there is the Street Triple that has my mouth a waterin'.

Suezuki · 12-19-2008, 01:15 AM

when I heard about this bike I was really excited about it, then I saw it...and I threw up a little


12-17-2008, 08:30 PM	#45
late apex MotoGP Contender Joined: Jul 2005 From: moscow, id Blog Entries: 2 I Ride: one handed, looking behind me.	A really good looking bike that hits the target for the intended market. Realize that it isn't really heavier than the SV650 it replaces. Suzuki is one of the companies that have changed to curb weight measurement this year in place of dry weight. This is an effort to make the published weight at least close to the actual weight of the finished motorcycle. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


12-18-2008, 10:44 PM	#47
breezebike Pit Crew Joined: Mar 2008 From: Wenatchee, WA I Ride: because walking feels so awkward.	They might sell more in a white with hot pink color combination. My wife might want one. That two-tone is definitely a girlie bike. I used to have an early naked SV but this is going in the wrong direction for me. It should be easier to ride for people who like a softer, gentler ride. I believe it has more flywheel weight so it won't be so jerky for newbies. The black is not bad. If it had better suspension and brakes than the SV, along with the SV spec motor I might want one. The unsightly features could be fixed. But then there is the Street Triple that has my mouth a waterin'. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


12-19-2008, 01:15 AM	#48
Suezuki Pit Crew Joined: May 2008 From: Camano Island I Ride: the vintage GS collection	when I heard about this bike I was really excited about it, then I saw it...and I threw up a little __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter

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