2005 Suzuki Boulevard C50 review from United States of America
"A bike to appreciate!"
What things have gone wrong with the motorcycle?
Right side mirror fell off. The screw it was holding to had rattled out.
General comments?
I traded in my 2002 Kawasaki Mean Streak (1500cc) for this bike (made a mutual trade). While this bike doesn't have quite the thrust the Mean Streak had, it still has plenty of punch. I had traded the bike due to the weight, and awkward position on the Mean Streak. This bike has a much more "natural" seating position, but the stock seat really hurts my lower spine/tailbone area after about 30-45 minutes of riding.
All in all, this 805cc powered bike is a really good deal. You get floorboards with heel-toe shifting, a windshield, lots of nice chrome, and a good sounding rumble. All of this is included stock! Furthermore, this bike has Electronic Fuel Injection, a rarity for a 800cc class bike. There are a lot of mods available, so you never really run out of options for customization.
I do recommend the bike; just make sure you sit upright, or get a gel seat for longer rides.
| Would you buy another motorcycle from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model Year | 2005 |
| First year of ownership | 2008 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2008 |
| Acceleration marks | 7/10 |
| Roll-on Performance marks | 7/10 |
| Handling marks | 9/10 |
| Braking marks | 8/10 |
| Reliability marks | 9/10 |
| Comfort marks | 5/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 6/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 4020 miles |
| Most recent distance | 4600 miles |
| Previous motorcycle | Kawasaki Mean Streak |
| Date of Entry | 12th July, 2008 |