2002 Suzuki VL1500 Intruder from United States of America
Summary:
Flat out the best 1500 V-Twin on the market!
Faults:
Safety recall for gas tank bushing had yet to be completed, so I had to get this done during the time I owned it.
General Comments:
I used a GMan Stage 3 Setup and Hard khrome pipes, so this bike knows how to get out of the way, and will easily best any Fatboy of equal size on the market.
The bike itself features a shaft drive, hydraulic valves, tubeless tires, hydraulic clutch and dual front disc brakes, so it is a relatively low maintenance bike (oil changes, clutch flush 1x per year, brake pads every 1 to 2 years).
As for the bike itself, it is extremely comfortable and reliable, as well as strong, so I have no complaints about her. Every time I ride the bike, I end up with a big smile on my face, and I'm very grateful for the quality craftsmanship that has gone into producing this fine machine!
Would you buy another motorcycle from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 30th September, 2010
5th Mar 2015, 04:04
I own a Suzuki 1500 2001.
The biggest problem was the electricals due to the stator issue.
I have owned the bike 9 years and love the comfort.
Also if I speed shift, my rear end will come off the seat.
I also hit something in the road doing 60, and the tire blew and the rim was bent. The front was wobbling like crazy, but I've been on and around bikes for 50 years, so I got off the road safe.
The clutch can be a little grabby, but I am used to it.
All in all, a solid eight.
Craig.