My new SV650 might be a dead ringer for the one I had previously, but there are still a few things I need to do to get this bike close to where I had mine before.
- Install my Hyperlite brake lights
- Install my new Galfer stainless steel front and rear brake lines
- Install the GSX-R front and rear turn signals
- Install a new Eastern Beaver fuseblock — once it gets here from Japan
- Install my Hyperlite running lights
- Install my ugly, but waterproof, switch mount
- Verify the existing heated grip wiring is OK and connect them to my Gerbing’s temperature controller
- Fix my hacked-upon Gerbings power cable (or order a new one if it can’t be salvaged)
One of the benefits of blogging is having a record of all the stuff you’ve done to your bike!
I plan to do most of the electrical work at the same time once the new fuseblock arrives. Despite my best efforts, the wiring for all the accessories on the old SV ended up a little ratty. Now that I have everything I intend to install on the bike ready to go, I can create a “real” wiring harness that will result in a much cleaner installation.
Filed under “nice-to-have”:
- Better looking mirrors. The ones off a Street Triple look promising — good thing I have a guinea pig so I can try before I buy!
- Upgraded suspension
- New exhaust
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Sounds like you have a little work to do, but hopefully not drudgery.
I have really enjoyed reading about your getting a new (used) bike and your trip home. Glad you found what you wanted.
Take Care and Ride Safe,
Jim
Have you considered the Delkevic exhaust? People on svrider.com have been raving about them. They are inexpensive. I have been thinking about buying one.
@cpa3485: Thanks!
@Mike: That Delkevic sounds almost too good to be true. I’ve been keeping my eye out for low-mount full exhaust systems, but that low, low price almost forces me to consider the Delkevic too.
Full exhaust is a different beast. But for a slip on to reduce weight and sound better why pay $500+ Delkevic is a great buy. I would put one on mine, but I may be selling it soon.
I thought I was done working on my bike for the winter after all the “TLC” updates on my blog… but wouldn’t you know it? I’ve decided to finally hack off my OEM undertail and replace it with something a bit more svelte. Thanks to your recommendation, I ordered up a pair of Hyper Lites to go along with the new undertail (I ordered the flashing running/brake version), I don’t know if they’re legal here but I assume I’ll find out soon enough with this year’s NYPD spring blitz
Great info! I’d like to try the Hyper running lights but I need to find out if they’re legal in Washington(state).
@Mike: True enough, but I’ve been burned by cheap accessories before. I’ll have to dig into some of those forum threads to see if there are any long-term reports.
@soth: I wasn’t able to find a clear answer regarding flashing brake lights in NY. Your VAT is awfully confusing: http://codes.lp.findlaw.com/nycode/VAT/III/9/375 and http://codes.lp.findlaw.com/nycode/VAT/III/9/381
@Mike: The forward (fork) mounted Hyper-white running lights should be OK in Washington. See http://apps.leg.wa.gov/WAC/default.aspx?cite=204-21-040 and http://apps.leg.wa.gov/RCW/default.aspx?cite=46.37
I believe modulated brakelights on motorcycles are approved by USDOT, ergo legal in all parts of the US.
The laws around this are asinine- State laws refer to federal standards which in turn refer to SAE documents that aren’t available to the general public w/o paying a fee. I know the Oregon coordinator, and (sorry if she’s reading this) but she’s vague, at best, when I try to get an answer.
I got the generic black mirrors with built in side markers and they look sweet. I got um on eBay for $25. I can email u a pic if u want. The one thing I have to mention is they sit lower than stock.