2005 Suzuki Boulevard M50

Summary:

Excellent ride for the money

Faults:

There has not been an issue with this bike.

General Comments:

In my final quest to switch from the sportbike world to cruisers, I researched many makes and models.

The Suzuki Boulevard line has much more to offer than all the other makes and models of its class.

My bike is comfortable, nimble and smooth handling on the freeway. I changed a couple of items adding a factory backrest for my wife, an automatic turn signal cancelling module and aftermarket Cobra exhaust. The exhaust I installed sounds nice, but it does not look as good as the stock exhaust. There is no performance difference with the exhaust changeover.

The handlebars could be back farther for my short arms, but this bike rides better than its Honda Shadow counterpart, and it also smokes my friends Yamaha VStar Classic.

Suzuki has done this one right!

Would you buy another motorcycle from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 26th August, 2006

2005 Suzuki Boulevard M50

Summary:

This bike is VERY good value

Faults:

Absolutely nothing has gone wrong with the bike.

General Comments:

The ride is good, very little vibration, handles well, the seat is very comfortable for a stock seat (even after a 160 mile trip). I would like the handle bars to be just a bit closer, but not really a big deal.

I have the black version, gets a lot of looks and questions. I have removed all the badging, looks really slick and a little more custom. I was going to go with after market exhaust, but I can't find anything that I feel looks better. I really like how the exhaust extends past the rear tire.

The mileage is awesome, roughly 56 mpg on the last tank. Runs great, my friend's 1100 Shadow can't shake me on the highway, and I got him off the line.

There is a lot of plastic, but it is plastic done right. Smooth edges, seamless, good paint and finish.

Would you buy another motorcycle from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 3rd August, 2006

6th Apr 2007, 14:22

Yes, and the plastic won't rust!

2005 Suzuki Boulevard M50

Summary:

An amazing machine for the price!!!

Faults:

Nothing has gone wrong with this motorcycle thus far.

General Comments:

The handling on this motorcycle is second to none, it grips the road like glue.

Don't even get me started on acceleration, all I can say is don't wail on the gas in first while pulling away, damn.

Just put on a set of Cobra Street rod exhausts, a sissy bar (for the ladies) and a set of new forward controls moving my feet 3 1/2 inches forward, the bike looks mint.

Would you buy another motorcycle from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 2nd July, 2006

2005 Suzuki Boulevard M50

Summary:

Smooth and reliable

Faults:

Nothing as of yet.

General Comments:

I have had the M50 for a couple of weeks now. I couldn't be happier with it. I ride it to work and on the weekends.

It has plenty of power for me and is super smooth. The water cooled engine and fuel injection are a huge plus.

My wife rides a few times a month, and she has said it is very comfy also.

I did a lot of research on magazine reviews and couldn't find a bad review.

Overall, this is a great cruiser and would be a great bike for anyone looking at this type of bike, or for someone leaving the sportbike world.

Would you buy another motorcycle from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 19th June, 2006

2005 Suzuki Boulevard M50

Summary:

I would only get rid of this bike if I could afford a Mean Streak

Faults:

Absolutely perfect, there have been no issues or recalls thus far.

General Comments:

This bike is fantastic. I was shocked at the acceleration on this machine. For a cruiser, the sport aspect of it is tremendous.

Suzuki hit the ball out of the park with this bike. Too many attributes to list them all.

The only thing I don't like is the seat. It is still a stiff seat and causes a little numbness to the hind quarter.

Would you buy another motorcycle from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 5th November, 2005

17th Feb 2006, 17:26

This is by far, the most underrated mid-sized cruiser on the market. for anyone to have any negative feedback on this bike, is plain and simply, wrong.

The bike handles exceptionally well, single or riding double. Even with travel gear attached (sissy bar luggage, etc. and a passenger), it was a breeze riding endless distances.

The cornering and the balance of this bike are impeccable. Shifting is a cinch, acceleration is smooth, and the braking on the bike is fantastic.

Traffic crawling is worryless, due to the bike's low sling seating, enabling the driver to keep the bike balanced, no matter what speed.

I'm a small framed guy, and this bike, no matter what the load, traffic or road condition, is by far, the best bike I've ever owned or ridden, hands down. Tommy Messore.

8th Mar 2006, 09:26

I have owned a 2005 blue M50 since October of 05. I have to say that it's an excellent bike, looks great, turns heads everywhere, and Harley purists wish it were a Harley. I am super happy with it.

One single little problem is that I received a recall letter for the ignition switch. That's all.

I love the EFI, the inverted forks, and the big fat wheel upfront. It has to be by far much cooler than any other cruiser in its class.

Loving it, keep riding

M50 rules.

2005 Suzuki Boulevard M50

Summary:

It's a cheap bike, and it feels cheap

Faults:

Needed a tune up at 3000 miles. It was running rough, backfiring, and blowing black smoke out the exhaust.

General Comments:

I hate it! It's hard to handle, and very uncomfortable. This bike is unstable, and unsafe at high speeds, with vibration, and wandering all over the road. The uneven center of gravity makes it almost impossible to take simple curves. It's too heavy, the handle bars are too far forward, it's like you are holding on for your life riding it.

Would you buy another motorcycle from this manufacturer? No

Review Date: 24th September, 2005

19th Oct 2005, 22:00

After reading the review on the M50, I totally disagree. I have a Volusia.. the same bike. It's the best bike I ever rode - handling, comfort, reliability, performance, looks.

The M50 Boulevard is an upgraded Volusia with fuel ingection. These bikes have the lowest vibration for any 45 degree v twin out there. You must have been riding a 1975 Harley Sportster. I had one.. or maybe you got a lemon?

I can't find one thing I don't like about that Suzuki.. you get a lot of bike for the price.. thank you..