2007 Suzuki Boulevard M50 review from New Zealand
"O for Awesome (if you're a Kiwi, you'll get this)"
What things have gone wrong with the motorcycle?
Nothing.
General comments?
I bought this motorcycle used with 8300 kms on the clock, and immediately rode it home 150 kms in the rain. It handled superbly. For a returning rider, I couldn't have picked a better bike.
Handling is a dream, even with a passenger. A little stiff with 1 up, but 2 up is good. I will adjust the rear shock to suit. It won't be long before I'll be scraping the pegs. It leans effortlessly, better than a cruiser should.
Braking could be improved, twin discs up front and rear disc would be better.
Looks - fantastic, that why I picked this bike over the more common and cheaper C50. I love the black wheels.
Seat - got a little numb after an hour and a half, but crikey, I haven't regularly ridden for nearly 20 years, so I think it's more a fault with my rear than the bike seat. Even my wife commented that the pillion seat is more comfortable than it looks.
Stickers - look ugly, easily removed with wife's hairdrier and a little turps.
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| It's a great machine, and more powerful than one would think |
| Would you buy another motorcycle from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 2007 |
| Year of manufacture | 2007 |
| First year of ownership | 2009 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2009 |
| Acceleration marks | 8 / 10 |
| Roll-on Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Handling marks | 9 / 10 |
| Braking marks | 6 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 7 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 7 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 8300 miles |
| Most recent distance | 8550 miles |
| Previous motorcycle | Honda CBX250 |
| Date of Entry | 13th September, 2009 |