Rabid Hedgehog reviews the Suzuki M50

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2018 Suzuki Boulevard M50 Base
Engine4-stroke, SOHC, 45-degree V-twin
Displacement 805cc
Cooling System liquid-cooled
Bore 83.0 mm (3.268 in)
Stroke 74.4 mm (2.929 in)
Compression Ratio 9.4:1
Fuel System Suzuki Fuel Injection with SDTV
Starter Electric
Lubrication Wet sump
Ignition Electronic ignition (transistorized)
Drivetrain
Transmission 5-speed constant mesh
Final Drive Shaft Drive
Suspension
Front Suspension
Front inverted telescopic, coil spring, oil damped 5.5 Inches travel
Rear Suspension
Link style, solo shock, coil spring, oil damped 4.1 inches travel (About .5 to 1 inch more than anticipated)
Brakes
Front braking system Front Disc brake
Rear braking system Drum Brake
Wheels & Tires
Tires, Front Specification 130/90-16 M/C 67H, tubeless
Tires, Rear Specification 170/80-15 M/C 77H, tubeless
Dimensions
Overall Length 2395 mm (94.3 in)Overall Width 890 mm (35.0 in)Wheelbase 1655 mm (65.2 in)Ground Clearance 140 mm (5.5 in)Seat Height 700 mm (27.6 in)
Capacities
Fuel Capacity 4.1 US Gallons (15.5 L)
Weights
Curb Weight 269 kg (593 lbs)

[@Jay-ehn]

I’m in the process of finalizing financing on a RE Meteor 350. I’m commuting 15 miles on backroads that are 50 mph. After watching a few M50 videos, I’m contemplating switching and grabbing the M50 I saw on the showroom floor for the same price. Looked identical to this one! Thanks for such a great video!!

[@kevindbuan2364]

That's what I'm doing

[@SVTBansheeman]

Do not finance a bike. Save and pay cash.

[@colinkeefe]

I have both! Won’t get rid of either one.

[@ayhanpek8477]

i bought it yesterday its great fun bike

[@nitrorc4life1]

Thank you for the information. Getting back into riding after 30 year hiatus. Looking at this and a phantom.

[@Cundalinis_Hand]

I had a 15yr break when Wifey bought an old vf750f to give me something to play with. Love the bike but my busted back hated it. Last year I took a ride on a mates M50 and my back let me ride for hours. I bought a C50 back in Feb and am loving it. For what my opinions worth, Boulevards are a great bike to get back on the road with.

[@jonnymac629]

Follow your gut on bikes, and take the safe operator class. Shiny side up! Yay

[@NicePantsLance]

"This bike is a bike" I really felt that 🤘

[@jonnymac629]

With so much potential for customization.

[@johncantelon7071]

Good review.

[@umeshdhond]

Thank you for sharing this review. Like your mix with a good level of technical detail combined with the riding experience. Certain to consider it when I get my first motorcycle as a beginner rider. If you have reviewed a Honda Shadow, Kawasaki Vulcan S 650, Yamaha V-star 650 would definitely watch to get your opinions. Thanks much!👌👏

[@jonnymac629]

Be sure sure to take the motorcycle safety class. I am glad I did.

[@litltoosee]

Engine braking on the M series Boulevards is key to the successful ride.

[@ElearningDigest]

I just bought this bike and found that out. That drop down to 2nd gear is huge. I'm now able to decrease speed by 95% via engine braking alone.

[@ElearningDigest]

@@mukarram9469 Yes, the shift down from 3rd gear down to 2nd really reduces the speed greatly. That seems to be the secret to engine breaking on this bike. At first, I would jerk as the drop in speed was so sudden, but now I have learned to do it more smoothly.

[@awildgrendel7148]

What year is this bike? I see one at my ship for $5700 2019 0 miles

[@Cundalinis_Hand]

@@ElearningDigest Rev matching is your friend.

[@jonnymac629]

Yup, I love not touched ng the brake till the last 100 feet. Engine brake is sweeeet

[@bizzarrosupermann3153]

It's 2023 I currently ride a 2005 M50, 28,000 miles. Had been thinking about getting a sportster, but this bike is still fun. It had 16,000 when bought it. It Rolls!! Could use a 6th gear, still it's a great ride..

[@itsme3928]

Looking at getting a 2005 with some mileage did you have any issues the time you owned it ?

[@bizzarrosupermann3153]

@@itsme3928 Hey there, I'm the 2nd owner. And it had been garaged, just sitting for years. Still had the original tires from 2004. the only real issue was the fuel pump and the tank. The tank was very rusty and the internal parts of the pump just needed replace. The filter was brittle and needed replaced. As for the electrical parts on it. There are two thermisters that get rusty, so replaced those. That was the most expense that I really had. Fuel pump from Amazon Thermistors (2) from the Suzuki Dealer. KZbin has tons of maintance videos that helped me do it all. The fuel tank is still very clean. Run Non ethanol. This is a very low maintainence vehicle. I like being able to work on it my self. Just added lockable Viking bags. 3" risers bring the bars closer, aux. LED lights and new led headlight. This bike looks like a 2005 Softail, has a low center of gravity, and fun to ride. But easy to work on, and low maintenance. Had 16,500 whan I bought it and now is 28,000 +

[@daniel-eg2oq]

@@itsme3928 I just bought an 05 a couple months ago as well. Thing is a tank. I love it

[@jonnymac629]

Great review, every word is fact. Especially the low profile and peg dragging on turns, ugh. With that said, it's a great city bike for the price. The price allows me to make custom upgrades. But overall, it's a great bike. And the engine braking, makes up for the old school drum. Compression and torque outrageous at mid range. So much more to say, I love it, especially with the first 5 years warranty. But that's just me 😂. P.S. I 🤔 no it surprises people how quick she jumps off the line., And I would like a 6th gear.

[@miriciousvespyre]

I just bought one today, a 2018 with 237 miles on it

[@npeavley1450]

finally a good review, thank you for not giving your life story! great review!

[@RabidHedgehog]

You're Welcome. But now that I got your attention it all started....... Kidding.

[@ahmad.elshall]

Do you have another video for this bike or just the one? Like showing the 0-60

[@f.f.s.d.o.a.7294]

Regarding rear suspension, check tire pressure first.

[@litltoosee]

M90, such an under rated bike. If you can score an m90, between 2010 and 2013, with low mileage, then you got a bike! Sleek, rugged, robust, torque out the **s, water cooled(take care to tend to coolant manual guidance), and engineered like "a brick S**thouse! This M90 Boulevard is sweet, and forgiving, to a point..... She will forgive, but get to know her. Cause she can not fix stupid... this bike's got a ton of power, she's nimble for a 700lb plus wet ride, but she is a nuclear reactor waiting to be set free...never, ever open the throttle full wide from a full stop. You'll just melt your rear tire. Because of her design, her center of G is slightly forward of the Rider. which makes you instinctively lean forward a bit for balance. She has a semi racing handle bar configuration that helps. When I feel the need for a controlled explosion, She's waiting.. ready, eager, but...I make sure when I mount her, I am keenly aware of her awesomeness....

[@Jay-vr8it]

I'm sold...I just can't afford one they cost 5500usd in my area

[@allans7281]

Definitely better looking than the first generation which was my first road bike. 23 bikes later I haven’t given that one any thought. I now have the Royal Enfield meteor 350 and I absolutely love it

[@RabidHedgehog]

Funny thing. I have a Meteor now as well! Something about that little motorcycle. It's the perfect blend of everything needed nothing more. And it's perfect.

[@allans7281]

@@RabidHedgehog Make sure to get the touring seat and the smoked fly screen in fact I have a fly screen I could sell you cheap

[@n300zx931]

Looking at one tomorrow. Hope it works out.

[@SteveWKk]

Sooo.....how do you like your M50?

[@n300zx931]

@@SteveWKk underpowered, but it’s a good bike other than that

[@jonnymac629]

I like mine.

[@danieljohnson9932]

M50 is 8' 1". Lay it down, then pick it up and tell me it is short. I'm 6' 2" and love my M50.

[@teerakkiss]

Nice bike, question for you, was wondering if you ever reviewed a triumph trophy? Picking a 2016 up tomorrow.

[@RabidHedgehog]

I actually have rode a Trophy. It was a 2016 or 2017 and I was really wanting to pick something up like it. It is a solid riding machine and I liked it very much. Power is smooth, it's nicely appointed. Great handling. It's a good machine.

[@roberttresher3099]

At 5-9, 240, with a 29” inseam it would probably be more my size. M90 seems smoother though

[@kurgon1976]

I'm looking at a 2014.. older school look. I like this newer look better

[@brianslaunwhite8560]

Can anyone comment on the leg length to the foot pegs on the m90 vs m50. I have an m50 and am 5’4” and not much reach left in my legs when on my 50, thinking about upgrading to a 90 but concerned on the reach. My buddy has a fat bob and I would need mids on that bike.

[@bob10tn]

Hey man thanks for the review... do you recommend this as first bike for newbie ?

[@RabidHedgehog]

I do indeed.

[@bob10tn]

Thanks bro.. having my sight on it for weeks and I think I'm in ❤. One more question .. can she keep up with long distances ?

[@n300zx931]

@@bob10tn I have an M50 and you can do just about anything on it, but I do feel she’s a bit underpowered. It will do higher speeds for long distances, but the bike is working a lot harder than a bigger model. I think the M90 is the sweet spot.

[@princeofpeaceproductions3506]

If you were buying a bike to get back into riding - Suzuki m50 or Kawasaki 900 ... I’ve narrowed it down to those 2... cant decide..you rode both ..which did you like more?

[@RabidHedgehog]

I prefer the M50 as it rides overall better and more comfy. But they're both good rides and I would suggest seeing if they allow some tests to find your ride.

[@ladyjrider666]

Really good review. And reflection. Just gotta remember we're not all tall.. or even average. 😂

[@MightyMouzMoto]

My dad's first bike was a CX500. That's awesome!

[@CaptainFeathersword]

Perspective is a funny thing....I listen to reviews of this by riders who are used to sport and naked bikes, and they think this thing is HUGE, yet you find it tiny. I guess it depends on what one is used to.

[@typicaledc]

You're spot on. I've always ridden sport bikes but decided to get a cruiser and bought an M50 about two months ago. It doesn't feel huge but it definitely doesn't feel small either. My friends who've been riding cruisers for years keep saying how small it is.

[@n300zx931]

I have a Sport touring bike that weighs the same as the M50, but the sport touring bike feels so much lighter when you’re riding it. It’s funny to compare the power difference as well. About 190hp and 110tq on the sport touring and about 50-50 on the M50

[@xc_4x4]

Just out of curiosity...does anyone know if the dealer includes the rear fender cowl? I see some bikes with the backseat and some without so I just want to know if its something I'm going to have to buy

[@RabidHedgehog]

I think it's dealer choice in their order as I've seen the same thing. Some have the rear seat with cowl and some with open seat.

[@robertahlin3813]

2019 m50 or 2020 Vulcan custom 900. I'm torn because I like the m50 and it's price point and looks but I like the power of the Vulcan. And my buddy just bought a Vulcan and they only have one color scheme not trying to match him the m50 was my first choice any suggestions on what I should lean more to? I'm coming from sport bikes and trying to get comfortable on cruisers.

[@RabidHedgehog]

Could always do a Vulcan Classic that would have the same engine. But it would be wire wheels and little different dynamic due to the thinner front wheel and such. Different scheme on the paint and such. Or even find a used Vulcan custom 900 with low miles with the previous paint schemes too. The M50 is not a bad deal at all either. Power delivery is near equal despite the 100CC less and the M50 has a weight benefit as well. So it would be the seating position and weight feel while you're sitting on each bike. I would feel the both out and see what would be more comfortable. But both are not a bad direction to go.

[@robertahlin3813]

One of the biggest faults I see with the m50 is how quite it is and aftermarket parts are hard to come by. And thank you for reaching back out to me. I wanted an m109r but it's just to big hard for me to muscle around

[@lexkantoor6514]

Whats the priceholland you dont heve dem

[@jeffreysmit4025]

Did a testride on one today and the throttle response was very jerky but delayed after rolling on the gas. Anybody had this issue? I love the looks but im not sure about the shaft..

[@RabidHedgehog]

This could be due to the cables for acceleration not properly setup, or something with that particular unit. I never felt that issue. Shaft drives on smaller displacements like this are fine and will last a long time with little maintenance, but there would be no shaft jacking or anything weird like that. Too small.

[@jeffreysmit4025]

@@RabidHedgehog Thanks for the reply! Figured it should have been that particular bike. I need to testride another i guess

[@SteveWKk]

@@jeffreysmit4025 After maintaining chains for 20 years, I'm dying to have a shaft drive......

[@sunderwonder6366]

Up😊

[@yvonnereyes2154]

What’s apreload? Can suspension be enhanced?

[@RabidHedgehog]

Preloading a suspension compresses the spring more so that it has less travel in it to take on the weight of rider/motorcycle. This takes out some choppiness and bounce, but not everything. A machine that has rebound/compression adjustments are higher dollar, but can be fine tuned to the rider. Adjusting the compression once more is like preload as it helps absorb the bumps while rebound adjusts how fast the shock comes back to original position to take the next.

[@Ladosligese]

nice bike and all .. but ill still take the Shadow any day of the week

[@RabidHedgehog]

I understand. I like the Shadow no doubt, but the bike is physically smaller and I am not exactly the smallest person either. So this one fits me better. Don't get me wrong on the Shadow it's a good bike too.... Had a video with a bit of failure regarding the Shadow, but teammate Savage Seagull's video was good and we posted it and he liked it too.

[@SteveWKk]

I'm 6'1, and I find the Honda shadows too cramped for me......

[@shorinshodan]

You kept saying how short the bike is, how tall are you?

[@RabidHedgehog]

It's hiding somewhere in the video. 6 foot tall 32 inch inseam.

[@robertherrick6703]

@@RabidHedgehog Interesting. I'm 5'8" with a 32-inch inseam. I had a Honda Shadow Phantom for a year. It has a shorter seat height than the M50 but I never felt it was too short. Now I'm riding a 2019 HD Low Rider which is taller than the Shadow but shorter than the M50. Doesn't feel too short to me but then again, I've never been on taller bikes.

[@nereisa]

It’s not short, you’re short. It’s perfect for me 😁

[@RabidHedgehog]

I'm not exactly short it's short I'm tall lol. I still like it.

[@nereisa]

@@RabidHedgehog lol I meant you’re tall 😂

[@JW02828]

Does it tell you what gear your in?

[@RabidHedgehog]

No gear indication

[@JW02828]

@@RabidHedgehog that suck.

[@ryandyson5398]

What’s the hp on the m50

[@RabidHedgehog]

52 Hp

[@ikiru6996]

Бля чувак в гоночном костюме на круизере это нечто😅

[@user-gb9rf8fk2g]

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[@hyperspaceexplorer5594]

That display seems to be too small and too far out.

[@mbeecher9921]

I've been riding a 2006 C50 since 2019. I'm 6'. It's a pretty boring bike. It's also cramped.

[@ikiru6996]

You just long sun of the beach 😅 get tractor

[@jorgecardona8945]

What so funny ?

[@bruhdamartinasty3636]

Something doesn't make sense. You're a bit shocked by how low the bike is. And yet the seat height is on the high side for a cruiser. What gives? Note: Suzuki M50 seat height is 27.6 in. Taller than: Shadow at 25.7 in. Vulcan VN900 at 26.8 in. and Vstar 950 at 26.5 in.

[@RabidHedgehog]

To me I felt very low in this saddle. Maybe it is because the bike stretches me out better than those mentioned there and I kind of appreciate that being on the taller side. But every time I went to land a foot the ground was slapped way quicker than I anticipated as I knew this seat was higher than some. It's also possible because I had just got finished riding around an FTR with a much higher position too and the awkward transition may have aided in that feeling.

[@jaymitchell2854]

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[@easternyellowjacket276]

Christ never sought praise.

[@rosaliegosalie]

why are you so winded just talking ? This is unbearable to listen to unfortunately.