2005 Suzuki Boulevard c50 - 1st Ride Part 1

1st ride on 2005 Suzuki Boulevard c50 with 10,000 miles on it. A great bike. I really like this one. The clutch position needs to be lowered for easier hand control and maybe a slight adjustment on the foot shifter lever position but other than those 2 things this bike is awesome! I love how comfortable and powerful this bike is! Thanks for letting me take it for a spin Mathew!

[@countersteer713]

Just bought an 05 identical to that but with bags. First ride home (first ride other than taking friends bikes up and down the street), got a wave from a Harley rider, stalled at my first red light, forgot to put the kickstand down when I parked it so it fell but thankfully on grass. I'm fucking hooked man. Still got that first ride high going. She's got the right amount of torque for my 150 pound ass

[@joeanon5788]

I have a 2009 (its may 2023) and I love it. I too noticed the 'dent' in the right fork, and thought ** maybe its been in accident** , but then I saw in pics and vids the others were like that too. Engineer: "the key is in the way!" Designer: "too late, work around it!" Engineer: " hold my beer, and hand me that ...."

[@rideon365]

Haha! So true! I thought the same thing! 😆 Honestly though...it's an awesome bike and I would love to get my own!

[@joeanon5788]

@@rideon365 My 2009 i got for $2100 two months ago, and it passed inspection $20. I put on new tires for $300. Insurance $200 for one year, registration $50. I am very happy..

[@rideon365]

@@joeanon5788 Congrats man! The ride down the open roads are even sweeter knowing you got a steal of a deal!

[@buster1173]

I like it better than some of those Harleys

[@pvictor4580]

Love my C50. That’s some pretty country where y’all at.

[@medoh1]

the clunky gearbox gives the bike a solid, sturdy feel, somehow 🙂

[@haroondurrani6207]

شاندار گروپ❤

[@traceyguerin1657]

I have the 2010 CT50 boulevard and I love it, very comfortable bike to ride

[@rideon365]

Thanks for the comment Tracey! I love the Boulevard bikes too! Such a well rounded and comfortable motorcycle!

[@tommylogan2201]

Good video I have the v star 650 now as my starter bike and looking realy hard at the c50t for my next bike.

[@brunothepug8807]

Never diss your bro's bike!

[@davidnovinger6492]

wow, poor clutch is right. of course i was raised on a farm and driving a clutch truck before i was 7 and first bike, honda 50 trail on 5th bday does make a difference. best of luck to ya. nothing better than touring down the road on 2 wheels in my opinion. you'll get it, hang in there.

[@apexsquad5078]

So what did you end up liking better ? I have a c50 its not a rocket ship but it gets up and goes and handles really well il be in it for a few years and probably grab a c90

[@rideon365]

Both bikes have their advantages. I liked the smooth shifting on the v-star (which is weird because I believe both are wet plate clutches) but I liked the extra power on the c50. If I were to buy one right now, I'd go with the c50! It has plenty of power and has a very comfortable ride. I changed the oil on a c50 and then changed the oil on a Yamaha V-star and really liked how much easier and convenient it was to change the oil on the c50. Being able to just unscrew the filter off the bike was WAY more convenient than removing 6 screws and 2 plates that it took to get to the v-stars oil filter. Whoever the engineer was that put the oil filter in the ridiculous position on the v-star needs a slap to the face! :)

[@apexsquad5078]

@@rideon365 im guessing thats the yamaha 650?? And yeah the 1100 yamaha u have to take exhaust on to change oil lol!! But the c50 has some annoying things as well. The motor can be a little ticky sounding and to do a coolant change you need to take the gas tank off. But it has decent power and is good for long rides ! I love it !

[@rideon365]

@@apexsquad5078 Yeah, it was on the 650. That's crazy on the 1100 that the exhaust has to be taken off. That's ridiculous!

[@JuanGarcia-ko4tm]

Do you recommend the c50 for constant personal use?

[@rideon365]

Yes, for sure! I'm impressed with the c50 as it's a very comfortable bike with plenty of power...not to mention it looks and sounds awesome! Changing the oil on the bike is very easy too. That's one thing I really like about the c50 vs the v-star.

[@JuanGarcia-ko4tm]

@@rideon365 Thanks for the recommendation, nice bike your c50

[@jimksa67]

Hard to take you guys seriously- no boots/jacket/ riding gear ! You will go down at some point , even slow speed can ruin your day.. Sounds like the cooling fan only cut in on one bike.. I got the same engine in my old 92 vx800 I think- tremendous torque. cheers

[@rideon365]

Appreciate the feedback brother! I've been down on asphalt, dirt and concrete so I understand the consequences of no gear (or poor quality gear!). You won't see me without proper shoes, pants gloves and a good jacket....except in this video! ;) Ride on brother and enjoy the open roads! - James

[@chrisalexander2889]

Cool ride...

[@KrS14]

Oh my, the poor clutch in that Yamaha ;)

[@MrKiller6686]

lol funny because that’s a Suzuki

[@Joe-pd9hj]

Where is the front brake? I don't think you're downshifting correctly.

[@rideon365]

Who needs to downshift? Just drop a gear and rip it!!! 😆

[@michaelnesiti7249]

Are they liquid cooled?

[@rideon365]

Yes, the 2005 Suzuki Boulevard c50 is liquid cooled however the 2007 Yamaha V star 650 is air cooled.

[@dmitriie6918]

wow!

[@lachcik5084]

jesus dont be afraid of it lol

[@hcinternationalinc.7177]

great video I'm about to pick up a 2005 c50 so we'll see what happens I'm used to riding sport touring like a Kawasaki concours but I think this will be a good fit

[@williammorgan1452]

Lube the driveshaft splines

[@577buttfan]

every 60k for that

[@EllyECristiano]

It’s so beautiful the views dude. What part of the country is that?

[@rideon365]

Thanks Elly! It's in Cache Valley in Northern Utah.

[@justintrinidad9118]

He stalled it

[@jaywinters2483]

White bike needs valve adjustment

[@rideon365]

You're probably right. The bike was at around 19,000 miles when this video was filmed which was also when my nephew had purchased the bike. I don't think it had ever had a valve adjustment previously.

[@Marco-qe5zw]

What makes you say that?

[@jaywinters2483]

3:31

[@rideon365]

A perfect example of my excellent shifting skills! Thank you for the reminder! 😆