One thing I loved and hated about the M50 Boulevard

The sexy Suzuki M50 Boulevard. I have mixed feelings about this mid range cruiser. Check out the other videos in this series:
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[@giggleherz]

I agree 100%, I have a good back and this thing about broke me. I bought a seat (butt buster) and set the shock as low as possible. Its all I could do to stay on it for about two months. That's what I get for trying out a cruiser, never again.

[@VroomBroomZoom]

Hey, I have good news for you (potentially). I just bought a 'cruiser'......a Harley Sportster Roadster! Amazing seating position that works for me cos there's a slight lean forward with the drag bars and mid controls. If you've got the money, highly recommend. Videos coming soon!!! :)

[@itsdad7455]

Y’all both weak

[@577buttfan]

@@itsdad7455 🤣

[@Pepperpoop]

I have a 2007 M50, I've been riding for 30 years and I find it to be comfortable, don't down the bike because you have a weak back, You own the bike and keep calling it a Kawasaki when it's a Suzuki, how is anyone supposed to take you seriously ??? By a bicycle dude !!

[@VroomBroomZoom]

Hahahahaha! No one is supposed to take me seriously 😂😂😂

[@deadmusik9969]

same 07 m50 and its around 2 hour mark your butts like eh

[@harrisn3693]

@@VroomBroomZoom I bet your girl doesn’t either.

[@451dskots88]

Dude... You really need to figure out what the hell you're riding... Plus, cruisers are way more comfortable than most anything out there. Plus... It's an M.

[@VroomBroomZoom]

Im not sure if you listened past the "Kawasaki" mistake.

[@VroomBroomZoom]

What does "it's an M" mean?

[@451dskots88]

@@VroomBroomZoom I did... Just kinda weird that you went ahead and posted it knowing that you said it's a Kawasaki when it's not. You had to have known that you'd be catching flak for that. The other thing is that it's an M(50) and not a C(50). The "M" stands for muscle and the "C" stands for Classic. I've read that the M50 ride is a bit different than the C50. That's all I meant.

[@dirtsailoroff-road5580]

@@VroomBroomZoom M is for Muscle, C is for classic, and it's a suzuki, and one final thing, I have a broken spine and I can ride this just fine. I think you need to educate yourself on a bike before you purchase it.

[@VroomBroomZoom]

@@dirtsailoroff-road5580 agreed. As I said in my video...test ride lengthy first.

[@Budget_edc_guy]

I have a 2006 M50 and have ridden it for a 100 miles at a time and have no problems. I will say the seat on mine is not stock. But overall it’s a dream to ride. Sounds like you’re a sport bike junkie so a cruiser is not a good fit for you. Ride safe

[@keith4usa1]

ITS A SUZUKI YOU SAUSAGE JOCKEY

[@VroomBroomZoom]

Thank you.

[@dominicr9848]

Sausage jockey lmao🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@jameshamm4345]

First off your not riding a Kawasaki! Anyone who can't remember the name of the bike they ride, probably doesn't need to ride.

[@VroomBroomZoom]

Ha ha ha, I was in front of the camera, a bit nervous still. 😂😂😂

[@supercuber98]

Don't need to know the name, just need to know how to ride it.

[@shanezahs7841]

right its a suzuki

[@577buttfan]

I'm 5 foot 7 and had a vtx 1800c very similar riding position that I would ride for 300+miles a day and had zero problems.I think your back is just toast bro lol.

[@VroomBroomZoom]

Yeah as I’ve said, it wasn’t for ‘me’ 👍

[@barryervin8536]

The riding position is about the same as on all cruisers with low seats, pull back bars, and forward mount controls. Comfortable to sit on in your driveway but less so the longer you ride. Add in the short travel suspension designed to make the seat as low as possible, and it's not comfortable on a long ride. Of course, if you'd never ridden anything but cruiser type bikes, you wouldn't know that. I see so many guys with cruisers going through a couple of expensive aftermarket seats and still having back problems and they never realize the problem isn't the seat, it's the riding position.

[@VroomBroomZoom]

Ths would have been handy information sooner!!! 😂

[@ladyjrider666]

I have happily ridden 300 miles in torrential rain. Totally stock m50 Boulevard / intruder M800 2016. I'm only 5'2" and find it a great height. Hopefully your new bike made up for this style not being right for you.

[@VroomBroomZoom]

Thanks, yeah the Harley Roadster I got to was great for me 😊 Glad you like it, such a beautiful machine

[@tzfieldtesting3794]

I bet the Review Dude is an amazing person but him "reviewing" his own bike and keep saying it's a Kawasaki it just makes me not believe a word he says =(

[@VroomBroomZoom]

Lol....I think I called it a Kwaka once. 😅😅😅

[@ShinkuGouki]

It could be your height,weight or frame type. I love the M50. The seat is like a couch,feet extended forward and arms in a relaxed position. It sounds great and has plenty of power.

[@VroomBroomZoom]

Nice, yeah, I did make a mention that 'for me' it just didn't work. I have lower back problems and this bike bought that out nicely. Currently my Sportster Roadster doesn't give me the same issues, 'for me', the Roadster is much muhc more comfortable. I assume others would really hate the mid controls of my bike, but I love it. Glad you're enjoying yours!!! 🙂

[@ShinkuGouki]

@@VroomBroomZoom Thanks man. And I had lower back pain from riding sport bikes for years but this bike actually soothes my back. I can ride it for hours.

[@robgifford3766]

Love my m50, I can't believe you would never ride it again. What a waste. Must just be to many years on a sport bike.

[@577buttfan]

Yeah more people like it than dont so.I hope I like mine.I only rode it for maybe 25min so far and loved it!@@robgifford3766

[@nickgsd760]

Rode almost 200miles the first day having it and my first time riding on the street..didnt get sore once

[@VroomBroomZoom]

Awesome 👏

[@sreeenivas00706]

In your youtube journey I have a suggestion for you. Write a script, it will allow you not make mistakes like calling it a Kawasaki or so many jump cuts or repeated lines.

[@VroomBroomZoom]

Ha ha ha! Thanks! :)

[@zoomvidsjc1]

Totally agree about the riding position. I like to use my legs to support some weight and help absorb bumps. I'm coming from a CBR600F4, Arpilia falco (horribly long reach to low bars) and aprilia tuono with .75 inch risers. It's perfect. Enough weight on the grips to relax your throttle hand some and give it a rest and also can fight the wind. With the C50 I'm almost leaned back and hanging onto the bars so I can never relax my grip and when I hit a bump it can lift me off the seat and since I'm hanging on the bars there can be unnecessary throttle and steering inputs on the highway. I'm a short guy at 5 ft 6in tall though. That said I do like my C50 and enjoy cruising around below 60mpn and can do it for 2-3 hours at a time. I'm wondering if a HD sportster 1200 with mid mount controls would work well. If not then I think cruisers are out. I just don't feel in control of the bike due to the riding position, floppy suspension and weight. I'm sure it's me and not the bike. I've only put about 300-400 miles on it though as I just got it so maybe I'll get used to how it is in the turns or do some parking lot panic type exercises to get more comfortable with it. I like the idea, look and sound of a cruiser but not sure if one is for me either.

[@VroomBroomZoom]

If you’ve seen my other videos, you’ll see I loved my Roadster with mid controls. I liked the slight forward lean to the low bars, the kid controls were a bit hip flexing, but I found it very comfortable overall. It just wasn’t sport enough for me so I went back into something a little more sporty, video coming soon.

[@kiwibadger7826]

It's muscle memory, when you go from sport bikes to cruisers it happens. Just like when you go the other way you feel it in the wrists, shoulders and elbows. And that's from 30 years riding. Your body is used to a certain position and that's why the 650f suits you.

[@Alienated420]

You've said Kawasaki twice so far....its a suzuki bub

[@VroomBroomZoom]

I'm as surprised as you about calling it by the wrong brand. 😂😜

[@tedturner5299]

You went from a Blackbird to an M50, bound to be an adjustment period. Tons of remedies as others have mentioned. Different bars, risers, seat, etc etc.. Some nit pickers with calling it a Kawasaki but at least you got the Boulevard right. :-) Keep up the good work.

[@VroomBroomZoom]

Thanks Ted! 👌👌👌 I really should have kept it longer too see if I could improve that position. I didn't mention it, but another adjustment that was just not working for me was the cornering clearance on the mountains, which ultimately led to me selling this beautiful machine.

[@steamwillrise]

I've had the VZ800 M50 (or M800 as it's called in the UK) for nearly 2 years now. All year rider, snow, rain, storms and even the rare sunny days. Handles great, comfortable, no mods done but I might consider changing the bars to apes at some point as at 5'9", I do find myself leaning forward. If you can test ride one, do it

[@VroomBroomZoom]

👌👌👌 for sure

[@scottboelke4391]

Yours has no windshield. You're a big flat plate into the wind without one. I rode my M50 from Texas to Pennsylvania in 2 days. Comfortable enough. 55k miles without laying a wrench on it! What this bike lacks is a 6th gear. It revvs unnecessarily high at 80mph.

[@Shermanati]

This guy can't really be serious. How do you constantly call it a kawasaki. I have a m50. The only thing I don't like is the rear seat. I want it gone and don't know what to do.

[@jonathangarzon2798]

Been riding for years, your complains arent on the bike, it's on the stock seat. An aftermarket seat is light and day apart

[@VroomBroomZoom]

Possible. Not likely, but possible. 👍

[@d.w.bigglybigleague1709]

Thanks for the advice...never had a cruiser but rode everything else. Like you I love the looks and engine size. S40 or M50/ or Honda Shadow. I think I 'll rent one.👍

[@VroomBroomZoom]

Hey! Did you end up trying one?

[@d.w.bigglybigleague1709]

I live in Cozumel and there are no M50s here. Suzuki sells c50 in Mexico, but same thing...none here. I think I will buy a 2008 Honda Shadow Aero 750 that I know of. Not my first choice. Have a great day!

[@carnagerecords8490]

why are you calling this a Kawasaki? its a Suzuki. They use the same parts in some areas of their bikes but just bc a road grader has a blade on it doesn't make it a bulldozer.

[@carnagerecords8490]

Don't take me wrong either. Like this is constructive criticism for your content to help you produce higher quality content. Much love motorcycle man

[@Stan_801]

Buying a 2008 Suzuki m50, do have a mild low back injury. My L5-S1 disc is slightly bulged, but I hit the gym to strengthen my lumbars.

[@VroomBroomZoom]

Hope it works out for you. 👍👍👍

[@erco7295]

I've had lower back problems but I can ride for hours no prob love my m50

[@Stan_801]

@@erco7295 been riding it for 2 weeks, surprisengly my back hold up fairly well. I do wear a backbrace to help with the riding posture, and it works great!

[@inSANEcorps]

I have an 07 c-50 and my father has an 06 m-50. Tbh, I've ridden my c-50 for over 3hrs in a trip one way and 3 more hrs on the way back 2 days later. I've never had a back issue because of the motorcycle but to each his own. And dude you need to correct yourself with the make. If you really want people to sub, then provide accurate info please.

[@VroomBroomZoom]

You’re right, this is a great Yamaha.

[@YouMotorcycle]

New video suggestion: Shoot-out between the Kawasaki M50 and the Suzuki M50 lol. I owned two of these bikes, an 05 and a 11. Thought they handled great for a cruiser their size. They didn't do anything particularly well, other than really inspire confidence, until you need to brake real quick.

[@YouMotorcycle]

re: pain and comfort, it's a difference between if you're more prone to back pain, vs knee/leg/hip pain. If you're more likely to have lower back pain, it might not be for you. If you're used to hip/leg pain, it's much better.

[@VroomBroomZoom]

Ha ha ha yeah I stuffed up the names 😜😜😜 agreed about the brakes, i ended up relying on the rear so much as well as giving a lot of distance.

[@matthewbarger4592]

your options are a new seat or sell it

[@VroomBroomZoom]

Yeah, sold it.

[@propayne426]

What mirrors were on the bike?

[@VroomBroomZoom]

AliExpress Rizoma knockoffs. They look great hey?

[@propayne426]

Yes, ebay,?

[@VroomBroomZoom]

Yes

[@robgifford3766]

Look at how many people love their m50. Makes you wonder if your built right. Ha ha

[@VroomBroomZoom]

That is a good point. I also loved my M50 but....just need to listen carefully to what I say in the video.

[@timnelson4240]

It is a suzuki and yes kawasaki did pair with suzuki on those model,but you have an 821 cc motor on that year m-50,the kawasaki I think had the old 805.Other than that who cares it's comfy and I have an 06 m-50 and I love it.

[@VroomBroomZoom]

Wow, that’s a coincidence about Kawasaki. 👌👌👌

[@EarJuice]

You keen to come on a livestream? Maybe juat call in via discord to shill your channel. You could come on for whole show too.

[@VroomBroomZoom]

Thanks for the invite....hard to plug a fairly shit channel. 🤪

[@modernbike3878]

Why does this guy keep saying this is a Kawasaki? Should I trust what he is saying, he said Kawasaki several times

[@VroomBroomZoom]

Every time I say Kawasaki, just replace it with Yamaha. Problem fixed👌👌👌

[@brianwiseman9518]

I bought a Subaru Corolla and didn't like the Honda after putting 10k on the Audi Civic

[@VroomBroomZoom]

Love those Subaru V-twins

[@richardmadison7355]

The SUZUKI M50 Boulevard has a 7 position rear suspension have you tried adjusting it to fit you. I cant say what the Kawasaki has on there M50 boulevard cuse I ant seen one in my shop so must be a great bike that never needs repairs. Also to go from a hunched over lay over ride to a set up like a man ride takes some time to get use to.

[@VroomBroomZoom]

😂

[@dirtsailoroff-road5580]

I have a broken back and ride this bike. its comfortable enough but you dont buy this bike for comfort, buy a c50t for comfort not the M series.

[@CMFOT]

I don’t think the dealer would appreciate someone asking to ride one of they’re bikes for an hour lol.

[@VroomBroomZoom]

No doubt, but sometimes I wonder if this should be a thing.

[@CMFOT]

Run Andy Run it should be, a civilized person wouldn’t go just to dick around unless they planned on buying soon.

[@gregersrasmussen1967]

SUZUKI M50 BOULEVARD. SUZUKI SUZUKI GOT DAMN IT

[@VroomBroomZoom]

"GOT DAMN IT" LMAO!!! Yes yes, it is a Suzuki....or is it? 😘

[@VroomBroomZoom]

That 883 is sweet bro! I love Yamaha 883s!!!! 😂😂😂

[@mukarram]

Unlike all these other commentators, idc u called it a kawasaki lmao. I dont agree with the seating position thing. Ive taken my joint for hours on end over bumpy roads, speed bumps, gravel etc no problem

[@VroomBroomZoom]

Thanks Mukarram, lol!!! I can see how it would be comfortable for most people, but it was just not for me. 👍

[@sancialuna6907]

the only shit thing about this bike is the brakes

[@VroomBroomZoom]

This is true, but for me the riding posi was more of an issue.

[@shanew3293]

Enjoyed my 2013 M50 but sold it, Just needs a taller 5th gear (or 6th gear)..otherwise very nice bike

[@VroomBroomZoom]

Yeah slightly underpowered...about 20kw more would be sweets spot.

[@paulleblanc5469]

Always looking for that next gear when up to cruising speed

[@olheghtt]

Sounds to me like your blaming the "Suzuki" for your own shortcomings. I have an old spinal injury, but I wouldn't blame a ladder if I had trouble climbing it.

[@VroomBroomZoom]

I was not blaming anything on anything. Did I say the Boulevard is shit? Did I say it will be the same for everyone? Sounds to me like you need to watch the video very carefully and listen to the words being spoken 👌 I loved this Kawasaki 😜

[@jccarranza96]

Not even 2 minutes, and he has called the M50 a Kawasaki twice. 🙄

[@VroomBroomZoom]

I recognise that it’s a Yamaha…🤦‍♂️ sorry!

[@doublex632]

It's because your legs are so far out, your already in a compromised position then bam a bump. That's why I always end up back on a sportbike.

[@VroomBroomZoom]

Oh! A comment not about me saying Kawasaki!!!! 😂😂😂 Yeah, this explains it I think, I also find that the upright 'straight back' also contributes in a way.

[@danthemans]

not an M50, probably a M90 or M109? or your pix are screwed up, because my M50 2007 does not have that tank or speedo config, it is one round speedo in the middle. SUZUKI not Kawasaki

[@VroomBroomZoom]

Yes Kawasaki. :) Definitely M50. The M50 changed to the dugong shape around this time.

[@VroomBroomZoom]

I wished it was a M90 or a M109 😂

[@Ramrod1948]

Its NOT a Kawasaki, mate!

[@VroomBroomZoom]

Are you sure?

[@erco7295]

Can write it for hours no issue can ride for hours no issue love it

[@VroomBroomZoom]

Awesome, I’m glad it works for you, such a beautiful bike. 😍😍😍

[@nickgsd760]

Sounds like you have back issues

[@VroomBroomZoom]

Yeah mentioned that 👍

[@californiaprofile]

This is if he doesn't own the bike and just looked at a picture and described it. Kawasaki really

[@VroomBroomZoom]

I get that. 😆😆😆

[@codybrookehanson2346]

Sucks that its not comfy for you. You never know until you try though.

[@VroomBroomZoom]

Exactly right. I tried it, it didn’t work out, we had a divorce party. 🙄😁 😂😂😂

[@EarJuice]

Look whos getting some more subs. I have started a campaign for my normie friend. Might even be a song. Depends if I have time.

[@VroomBroomZoom]

Hahahahaha cool

[@NhemF]

Dude said Kawasaki....

[@VroomBroomZoom]

I know it’s a Yamaha, sorry 👌

[@NhemF]

@@VroomBroomZoom hey at least you have a sense of humour lol

[@leonmarais2638]

Kawasaki?

[@VroomBroomZoom]

😂😂😂🤪

[@frogman1055]

Really???? Who ever designed the tank at KAWASAKI needs to be given a raise? You should edited your videos before posting. That was a big blow towards SUZUKI motor company.

[@VroomBroomZoom]

Wha?

[@npeavley1450]

kawasaki? dude????

[@VroomBroomZoom]

😅😅😅

[@dominiquegreen11]

Suzuki

[@VroomBroomZoom]

😂😂😂

[@richardsteele6035]

It's a Suzuki

[@VroomBroomZoom]

Are you sure? 🤦‍♂️

[@biracorreia1719]

Kawasaki????🤔🤔

[@shoomapador5043]

That's not an m50 or a Kawasaki . . no money for you.

[@VroomBroomZoom]

Please explain M50

[@shoomapador5043]

@@VroomBroomZoom I'm sorry I meant c50.

[@odizzy007]

the bro dont even know what bike hes riding. do you know what youre even talking about?. lol. thanks for the info.

[@VroomBroomZoom]

😂😂😂 I think it's a motorbike.... maybe?

[@syeahsyeah]

Get on a GSXR1000 then buddy...then complain about a sore back....Kawasaki?????

[@VroomBroomZoom]

For me, believe it or not, the GSXR750 was way more comfortable....lower back issues, leaning foward takes the pressure off.

[@michaelwelch70]

This guy's on drugs...

[@VroomBroomZoom]

😂😂😂

[@nicholasvalente2254]

motorcycle test rides dont exist buy the way so theres no way to know about this bike unless you buy it

[@VroomBroomZoom]

This is the issue right here.

[@amd5114]

Can't even get the bikes name right....Suzuki.......damn.......buy a electric bicycle, leave the cruisers to the big boys.

[@VroomBroomZoom]

Hahahahaha

[@VroomBroomZoom]

I would leave a big cruiser to the big boys, but maybe not a Kawasaki M50

[@ricocruz1838]

kawasaki?? 😂😂

[@VroomBroomZoom]

Lol, oooops

[@zyncarla]

Weak

[@NCHAAK]

We're supposed to take advice from this guy when he doesn't even know what he bought.......LMAO......yeah right......

[@VroomBroomZoom]

Yep, this video about the Yamaha M50 is full of advice. Thank you for watching. 👌

[@drkatt191]

I stopped watching when you called it Kawasaki M50...

[@VroomBroomZoom]

Thank you for watching.

[@williams6756]

Omg really you don't know what you are talking about

[@VroomBroomZoom]

Which part? The part I tell you what I think and feel? 😂

[@andrewdavis5404]

I had to listen twice the first time you said kawasaki ,ok I thought slip of tongue. Then the 2nd time , no sorry dude. You shouldn't be reviewing bikes

[@VroomBroomZoom]

Thankyou for your constructive comments. ☺ I shall continue unabaited.

[@VroomBroomZoom]

Scond time also slip of the tongue....I had whishful thoughts that this was a Mean Streak

[@andrewdavis5404]

@@VroomBroomZoom im sorry for the tough comments, reflecting back , everyone makes mistakes ,good on you for taking it on the chin

[@MrZeddy100]

Kawasaki?

[@VroomBroomZoom]

Yes I realise it's a Ducati 👌