Suzuki SV 1000 V-Twin - [2003] Review and Comparison including Similar Bikes, Alternative Bikes, Performance Specs and Technical Information.

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Performance Review: Suzuki SV 1000 V-Twin - [2003]

Suzuki SV 1000 V-Twin - [2003]

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Figures & Specs Summary:

Edition: Suzuki SV 1000 V-Twin
Year: 2003 | Type: Sport
Engine: 996 cc (60.7 ci) 8 Valve
Engine Type: Transverse | Cylinders: 2
Engine Stroke: Two | Valve Config: DOHC
Fuel Delivery: Electronic Fuel Injection
Cooling: Liquid | Fuel Type: Petrol
Transmission: 6 speed / Manual
Drive: Chain
Wet Weight: 208 kgs (458 lbs)
Dry Weight: 185 kgs (407 lbs)
Power: 123.5 bhp (92 kW) @ 9000 rpm
Torque: 75.1 lb-ft (101.9 Nm) @ 7200 rpm
BHP Per Ton: 593.7 bhp
Torque Per Ton: 361.5 lb-ft
0-60 mph (96.6 kph): 6.2 secs
0-100 kph (0-62 mph): 6.4 secs
Top Speed: 142 mph (228.5 kph)
1/4 Mile (Est.): 13.01 secs @ 0 mph
Frame: Aluminium

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Suzuki SV 1000 Performance Review.

Introduction:

This edition of the Suzuki SV 1000 V-Twin is the 6 speed / Manual version and was first brought out in 2003. This was at around the same time as the introduction of the 2004 Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Mat Mladin Replica and the 2004 Yamaha YZF1000 R1 Gold Limited Edition.This particular Suzuki SV 1000 has a 996cc Liquid cooled, Two stroke, Transverse Petrol powerplant with 2 cylinders and Electronic Fuel Injection.

An alternative Transverse engine, Sport style motorbike includes the Norton Superlight SS - [2020]

The 2003 SV 1000 shares its Transverse engine and Sport style configuration with the likes of the 2020 Norton Superlight SS and the 2019 Norton Superlight Twin. Alternatively, if you're looking for other bikes which share the SV 1000's Sport style with a similar size of engine then how about the 2020 Norton Superlight SS | 2020cc.2019 Norton Superlight Twin | 2019cc.

Power and Torque:

Weighing in at 208 kgs (458 lbs) this makes the Suzuki SV 1000 V-Twin in the same weight category as the 2025 Yamaha YZF-R9 Triple or the 2025 Yamaha MT-09 Y-AMT, give or take 50kg.

The 2003 Suzuki SV 1000 shares the same bhp with the Kawasaki Z 900 DOHC SE - [2025]

In terms of power the 996cc 8 valve Transverse 2 cylinder engine produces 123.5 bhp (92 kW) @ 9000 rpm similar to the 2025 Kawasaki Z 900 DOHC SE [123 bhp (91 kW) @ 9500 rpm] or the 2025 Yamaha YZF-R9 Triple [117.4 bhp (87 kW) @ 10000 rpm].

The DOHC Two stroke unit throws out torque of 75.1 lb-ft (101.9 Nm) @ 7200 rpm placing it alongside motorbikes of similar performance figures such as the 2025 Yamaha YZF-R9 Triple [68.5 lb-ft (93.0 Nm) @ 7000 rpm] and the 2025 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT+ [68.5 lb-ft (93.0 Nm) @ 7000 rpm].

Power to Weight:

If one combines the weight with power or torque performance for the Suzuki SV 1000 you can get a better idea of it's real world performance.

The 2021 Yamaha MT-09 SP Triple has similar Bhp Per Ton stats as the 2003 Suzuki SV 1000 V-Twin.

The 2003 Suzuki SV 1000 V-Twin has a Power to weight ratio of 593.7 bhp per ton and 361.5 lb-ft per ton. Bhp Per Ton figures of the 2003 SV 1000 competing with the 2021 Yamaha MT-09 SP Triple [617.8 bhp\ton] and the 2014 Kawasaki Z 1000 SX ABS [617.3 bhp\ton].

Power to Weight(cont.):

If you agree with the late great Carroll Shelby, then arguably an even better indicator of potential performance is Torque. Factor weight into the equation and you end up with - Torque per ton, with the Suzuki SV 1000 generating around 361.5 lb-ft per ton. If you're curious as to what other motorbikes have as much torque to weight then look no further than the 2022 Yamaha MT-10 SP [385.9 lb-ft per ton] and the 1997 Buell-EBR M2 Cyclone MK1 [384.0 lb-ft per ton].

Acceleration:

With a 0-60mph time of 6.2 secs or a 0-100km/h (0-62mph) of 6.4 secs, this makes the Suzuki SV 1000 V-Twin similar in acceleration to the 2025 Yamaha MT-09 Y-AMT (6.2 secs) and the 2020 Kawasaki Ninja 1000 SX (6.2 secs). This Suzuki SV 1000 V-Twin also competes in terms of 0-60 mph and 0-100km/h with the 2018 Honda CB 250 R Neo Sports Cafe (0.0 secs) and the 2020 Norton Superlight SS (0.4 secs).

Quarter Mile time is a close race between the 2003 Suzuki SV 1000 V-Twin and the 2008 Buell-EBR 1125R V-Twin

When talking about the performance of the 2003 Suzuki SV 1000 V-Twin on the drag strip it can reach a quarter mile in an estimated 11 secs @ 0 mph. Bikes with a similar performance down the quarter mile can be found in the 2008 Buell-EBR 1125R V-Twin (11 secs) and the 2003 Kawasaki ZX-6 R (11 secs).

Top Speed:

The 2003 version of the Suzuki SV 1000 V-Twin has a maximum speed of 142mph.

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Top Speed of the 2003 SV 1000 equals the 2012 Yamaha FZ1 N Abarth Assetto Corse

If maxing out your bike on the AutoBahn is your thing and you're wondering what's faster at the top end than the 2003 Suzuki SV 1000 V-Twin then how about a 2012 Yamaha FZ1 N Abarth Assetto Corse (153 mph) and the 2011 Yamaha FZ1 N Abarth Assetto Corse (153 mph).