2008 Suzuki Boulevard S50 from United States of America - Comments

I recently bought a 2008 S50. I love it! However as with the other comments read, I guess Suzuki hasn't fixed the front brake squealing problem because mine does it also.

I have also noticed that it is cold natured when it is started in the AM.

If you are wearing a thick boot, you have to pay attention to the shifting because you may think there is a problem shifting, when actually it is because the boot is not allowing the gear shift to complete the shift.

I am also a 5'7" tall male. The size of this bike is just right. I recently added the sissy bar kit which matches the stock seat.

My seat is comfortable for now, however it will be my daily driver so we will see.

The only real modifications I plan to make are a windshield, and maybe some neon lights so other drivers will see me coming at night down the road.

My only comment is, I'm a perfectionist and that darn front beak squeal is driving me nuts. I took it to the dealer, as if they didn't know about the problem. They just sprayed brake cleaner on it and said because it's new it will squeal.

Funny that no other bikes are making this squeal.

I agree with the brake issue, I asked the dealer the same question and got the same answer. Other than that I love the bike. I have a 70 mile commute each morning, and really enjoy the ride. I am looking for a windscreen and a backrest, but keep hearing they are back-ordered from the dealer. Any ideas?

I bought my 2008 S50 the first week of August 2008, it is now October 13th and I've ridden over 2000 miles.

I LOVE this bike. The handling is crisp and the acceleration is shocking! I commute as much as possible (26 mile round trip) and "joyride" whenever I can. My wife and I took our longest cruise this past weekend, 100 miles each way (She rode her 2005 S40). The bike handled beautifully and was very comfortable.

I too am experiencing the front brake squeal, my dealer said "Suzuki brakes suck", but outside of the squeak they stop on a dime.

I like the narrowness and sporty feel to this bike.

My only complaint is that the foot pegs are too far back. My remedy will be, adding the engine guards and then installing highway pegs.

I considered a Suzuki M50, but I have no plans to make any changes. Overall I am extremely happy with my S50.