Faults:

I have had no problems whatsoever with the bike as originally delivered. I have had some problems with certain after market items, but this isn't Suzuki's fault, is it?

General Comments:

Overall I think this is probably the best road motorcycle on the market for the asking price. You can ride it as a naked bike, with a small shield only, or load it with a large shield and bags for touring. In any configuration it will fill the bill smoothly and confidently. I love this bike!

I did, however, change several things on the bike almost immediately after purchasing it. This was not because of any inherent factory faults, but because of personal fit and fussiness considerations. I did, after all, know that these changes might be needed to suit my tastes before I even drove the bike off the dealer's lot.

I didn't like the forward foot position, so changed to very long-tailed floorboards so that my feet could be below my thighs... the traditional English position. Shift and brake pedals were not moved and this has worked out fine.

The handlebars seemed somewhat low to me (I'm short legged and long waisted) and this was confirmed later as I would get severe pains in my left shoulder after about half an hour's riding. This pain would not subside until I was stopped and afoot for a while. Not acceptable. Raise the bars? Not an easy task on an M50 so I sought out a lower seat. I found a heated one (big bonus there!) that lowered my butt 1 1/2 inches which solved the pain problem and greatly extended the comfortable riding season.

No complaint, just a tip, J.C. Whitney sells an $8 (ea) mirror extension and anti-vibration stud that works great. It provides a greater view (it's higher, after all) of the road behind you. Highly recommended item.

Viva M50!

Faults:

Nothing at all...

I have 1300 miles and it runs great...

Got to give a "that a boy" to Suzuki.

The only thing I can argue is the drum brake; I wish it had disks all around... and there's a little too much plastic...

General Comments:

This bike is awesome... handles and rides great... sounds even better. I have a V&H exhaust and boy does it sound good.. I turn heads everywhere I go..

It is just a stress reliever to get out on the roads.. I looked at reviews for awhile before I got it, and the only bad thing I really heard is that Thomas guy..

I looked at the Shadows before I really knew about the M50s.. once I sat on her I knew I was home... boy, it is better than mother's milk...

J/K really you can't beat the deal with this bike. With fuel injection, drive shaft, LEDs, inverted fork, pass button, and many more... the best bike I have ever owned...