Suzuki SV6-7GX Tyre Size
The SV-7GX runs a 120/70/17 front tyre and a 160/60/17 rear tyre. Â
Despite its adventure-inspired styling, the Suzuki SV-7GX is mechanically and dynamically much closer to the SV650 than the V-Strom 650. Tts styling and ergonomics give it a slightly more upright, crossover feel — without moving it into the adventure class like the V-Strom 650 (which has a 19″ front wheel).
With 17-inch wheels front and rear and a 160-section rear tyre, the GX is very much a road-focused bike rather than a true adventure motorcycle.
That said, you can get Adventure tyres for this bike but we’d argue that if you’re buying this bike and planning to go off-road, you’re buying the wrong bike.
Suzuki SV-7GX History
The Suzuki SV-7GX is a modern extension of Suzuki’s long-running SV family, which began life with the original SV650 in the late 1990s.
The SV650 quickly carved out a reputation as a versatile, easy-to-ride middleweight roadster, known for its engaging V-twin character, light handling and ease of ownership.
Over the years the SV platform became a favourite among riders of all experience levels, from beginners moving up to more seasoned riders looking for an everyday bike with character.
Rather than abandoning the SV concept as market trends shifted, Suzuki has continued to evolve it. The SV-7GX represents the latest step in that evolution — a bike that pairs the familiar middleweight twin’s accessible performance with contemporary styling cues and a slightly more upright, crossover-inspired look.
While it borrows heavily from the SV650’s DNA in terms of engine and chassis behaviour, the SV-7GX presents a more modern, road-focused package designed to appeal to riders who enjoy the practicality of a naked bike but also like the idea of a more versatile, all-day ride.
Despite adventure-styled bodywork and some ergonomic tweaks, the SV-7GX remains fundamentally a road bike at heart. Its tyre sizes, chassis proportions and riding character keep it closer to the SV650 than to Suzuki’s adventure-oriented models, making it an appealing choice for riders who want something with a bit of crossover personality without stepping up to a full adventure or dual-sport machine.
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Suzuki SV-7GXÂ Stock Tyres
Suzuki models usually come on pretty average tyres but the GX is fitted with Pirelli’s Angel GT2 tyres as standard.
These are good quality Sports Touring tyres. Well done Suzuki..
Suzuki 7GXÂ Best Tyres
The 7GX is aimed at the middleweight market and these bikes are usually ridden by new riders or experienced riders who want a lighter more manageable bike
We’ve focused our tyre options on the common applications, which are likely going to be Sporty riding and Touring. However we’ve also put in a couple of Adventure options if you want to give your GX a more rugged look.
Sticky Road
Metzeler Sportec 01Â (a superb, truly do-it-all road tyre)
Tourer / High Mileage
Michelin Road 6Â (a premium tyre but a good ‘un)
Pirelli Angel GT2Â -The OEM Tyre
Adventure
Suzuki 7GXÂ Tyre Pressures
You can find your motorcycle manufacturer’s recommended tyre pressures in your owner’s handbook. You’ll also find a tyre pressure chart sticker on the swingarm.
If you have no idea what pressures to run, this is our general rule:
Scooter: F 30psi, R 30psi
Normal Motorcycle: F 36psi, R 42psi
Big Tourer: F 42psi, R 42psi
125cc Bike: F 33psi, R 36psi
You should always check your tyre pressures when the tyres are cold. Check out our range of motorcycle tyre pressure gauges here.
About Two Tyres
Our mission is to ensure we listen to every customer’s needs and ensure they’re riding on the right tyre. Out of the showroom, your motorbike is a compromise, designed to suit a huge range of riders and riding conditions. To get the best out of your bike in terms of handling, performance and safety, tyres make all the difference. In fact we think it’s the most cost-effective performance enhancement you can make!
We are based in London where we supply and fit motorcycle tyres and consumables in our workshop. We also mail order motorcycle tyres around the UK, across Europe and even to places as far-flung as the USA, Canada and Japan.
Need help choosing the best tyres?
Choosing tyres can be tricky. We’re here to help. We hold direct accounts with every motorcycle tyre manufacturer, so we’re well placed to give comprehensive and honest advice to help you choose the best tyres. If you can’t quite make your mind up, give us a call on 0207 205 2205 and we’ll help you narrow down your choices.
We are motorcycle and scooter tyre specialists, with over 25 years in the trade. Between us we fit 10 pairs of tyres a day in our workshop, so we have good real-world experience of what works and what doesn’t.
We ride to work, we ride for fun, we race and ride off-road. If it’s got two wheels, we’re into it.
Give us a call or drop into our London motorcycle workshop and we’ll do our best to help you.
Are your tyre pressures letting you down?
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We’re confident this is the best motorcycle pressure gauge out there. That’s why it comes with a 3-year, no-nonsense, money back guarantee.
Whether you want a digital tyre pressure gauge or a good old-fashioned analogue pressure gauge, we’ve got a gauge for you. Now you can quickly and easily check your pressures, to keep your bike handling well and to ensure you stay safe.
Here at Two Tyres, we stock more than just tyres. Take a look at some of our essentials for any biker.
Motorcycle puncture repair kit – Our top-rated kit includes everything you need to carry out a roadside repair and get back up and running.
Motorcycle tyre pressure gauge – Our tyre pressure gauge has been rated in RiDE magazine and features a clever design to make it easy to get accurate readings.
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HyperCharge battery charger – The HyperCharge is a smart charger that can charge lead-acid and lithium batteries and it’ll charge bike and car batteries too.
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