The M50 is a great ride
Brakes required adjustment before its 1st dealer visit.
Tends to shift roughly when slowing down quickly.
Bike is superior in handling and performance. Truly, the best bike I've ever owned.
It's a bit light on the freeway at top speeds, but handles fantastic on curves.
Would you buy another motorcycle from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 17th November, 2007
Absolutely love it
Rear turn signal/brake light/license holder unit located under the rear fender fell while I was riding, causing the license plate to get caught up in the tire and do a considerable amount of damage (I was going about 65 at the time). The problem appeared to be a defect, and everything was fixed under warranty from the dealer including a brand new tire, rear fender, and even the custom CF license plate frame.
I love this bike. No other bike I have seen has its sleek styling with the inverted forks and straight pipes.
It is VERY responsive, comfortable, and with the EFI system, shaft drive, and push button start, you can just get on it and ride.
If you are looking for a muscle cruiser, I would highly recommend this bike.
Would you buy another motorcycle from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 10th October, 2007
Great ride for a budget
I have owned this motorcycle for roughly one month. During this time I have ridden everyday for work, and for just the freedom of two wheels.
The acceleration on this bike is more than adequate. It will get up and go as soon as you get on the throttle.
I am very impressed with the 800cc fuel injected v-twin. The acceleration is very smooth with a roll on the throttle, but will snap your head back with a flick of the wrist. I have ridden with some street bikers, who were impressed with the quickness of the bike.
Handling is also a positive factor with this bike. I have leaned it past my normal comfort levels with a cruiser, and it just kept rolling as if to say "is that all you got?" I am not a professional rider and have never raced street bike, only motocross, but I have never ridden a cruiser that could handle as well as this.
Comfort is one of the few downsides with me, but I am a tall person 6'5". The seat will make my rear go numb after about 20 minutes. Hopefully that will change with an aftermarket seat. The footpegs are just far enough away for my legs to be comfortable with my frame, but I don't think will be an issue for shorter people.
Some of the coverings feel cheap to me, and are a bit loose. Otherwise, it is very pleasing to the eye, and has a nice sound from the exhaust.
I am about to come up on my first maintenance period, which will run me about $150.00.
I strongly recommend this bike for beginner or intermediate riders, or maybe for someone like myself that doesn't need a beast of a bike.
Would you buy another motorcycle from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 3rd July, 2007
2nd Jul 2008, 18:14
I just bought one of these on Monday (June 30, 2008) and took it for a 500km ride, tail light assembly fell off at 80km/h.
I wasn't sure how the heck I was going to explain that one but, I took it into the dealer, they warrantied it, made sure it was secured properly and finished it all in less than an hour.
It's a great bike, but I find it interesting that someone else had the exact same issue I did.
However, after the dealer's service I'm still really pleased with my purchase.