Suzuki Boulevard C50 C90 M50 M109 Clutch Replacement

[@andystephens2772]

Took about 2 hours from prep work (getting tools laid out and oil soaking plates) to putting fresh oil back in. Granted I had to take a trip to Napa in between that lol. Appreciate the tutorial, I'm not very mechanically inclined but I made light work of this project! Runs like a different bike! Thank you so much brother!

[@jeffchandler1]

Pretty good guide for clutch replacement. The only thing that bothers me is what you called a "bushing" , the thing you hang the gasket onto, is called a "dowel pin". Dowel pins are really important because they insure exact tolerance for alignment of engine parts. I installed a transmission once and forgot to install the dowel pins, and the alignment of the engine and transmission were off by and it destroyed the pressure plate. I don't mean to be nit picky, just thought the viewers would like to know there's a purpose for those two little thingamabobs--don't lose them or forget to put them back on.

[@JohnnyDont]

Not to be nitpicky back, but I'm a viewer and I couldn't have cared less what he called them so long as he showed what needed to be done right and I didn't have to figure out what he was saying in Bengali like most videos for metric bikes. 🥔

[@duwomaiishgabrielle9498]

Nicely done, Thank you for sharing! I just bought a 2005 C50 with 30,000 miles on it for 1500! I rode it home about 200 miles and it seems to run fine! Clutch is strong, engine purrs, I think I’ll change the oil and filter, coolant, - transmission seems fine! It’s my first bigger motorcycle! You’ll probably see more of me! Great video!

[@rushforce33]

Awesome ! I have a 2006 C90 with around 40k - 30k of the miles was in the past 18 months - I do a majority of my maintenance "12 years as an aircraft mechanic, not much I can't figure out lol" this video saved me a ton of time - thanks !

[@Maltojo]

Hi Bryan. This is one old video, but I just bought me a 2005 M50 last week. This is one of the BEST how to vids I've ever watched. I was looking for how to adjust the clutch but ended up watching this all the way through. I've always been dreading the time I'll need to replace the clutch plates. (I have a Triumph Rocket III, too), but after this, I see there is no need to fear! Thanks you, Thank You for that!!! Now, you mentioned that the next video will be how to adjust the clutch so off to that. While I was lubing the clutch cable the clutch end came out of the slot so I've already been under the covers to put that back in. That little adjuster thingy looks scary, though, but I'm sure that the next video you did after this one will take care of that! Cheers!!!

[@danielgirouard2690]

Love the cardboard bolt trick!! In definitely using this from now on! Thanks brother

[@WaitAMinute1989]

Make sure you don't have any asshole friends switch the bolt placements for "shits n' giggles", while you're doing this.

[@derekgray639]

Probably the best clutch video man. Patient and detailed. Thanks for this.

[@robertgautreau6384]

Good Morning to you, first let me say I'm very glad to see you taking a ride along the beach. I saw your video and you sounded very happy to be "in the saddle" again. Hopefully you will not have any long term discomfort with the meds and will continue with a clear head. I wanted to thank you for the video on the C50 clutch replacement. I have a 2007 C50 , and after watching your video decided to tackle this myself. I order parts from Suzuki House, online and paid about $160.00 total. The fix was straightforward and relatively painless! It took longer to clean the gasket off the housing and mainframe then any other part of the job. I then adjusted the clutch per your second video and all is well. I rode it yesterday for a "shakedown" and it feels great. (South Louisiana 61 degrees). While I have always been mechanically inclined, your video and this job made me mechanically confident. Stay healthy, keep riding and we hope to watch more videos. And as we say in Louisiana laissez les bons temps rouler .

[@miopinion5965]

50 minutes and thankful ... now want to buy a motorcycle thanks for the video

[@blackhawk2475]

As usual... Very informative, great camera shots, and clear verbal instruction on all procedures. Makes me feel as though even I can do it... Ride safe!!!

[@robertgautreau6384]

Thank you so much for a simple straight forward video instruction on the clutch repair. I have a 2007 C50 with 38k miles and have been noticing on 40 to 50 mph, if I have to accelerate in to a passing lane, I hear..then feel the acceleration. I feel like it is a slipping clutch and only in the upper gears. You address this very concern at the beginning of the video, so I believe it will relieve this issue. I really like this bike and don't want to trade it out or spend a fortune at a bike shop. I will do this repair and let you know how it turns out. Also, thanks for the clutch adjustment video, a nice finish to this repair.

[@MikeSmithprofit1]

Was the clutch the issue and did the replacement fix it???

[@edwinacevedo8420]

Dude, you have to be the best explainer of how to maintained a Suzuki Boulevard c50,

[@Kdsound]

Would be nice if you did a full parts list for this

[@douglasanderson153]

If you jump on any Suzuki dealer website, you’ll find the parts lists and the exploded diagrams of everything on the bike. I recently did this for my M90..

[@jefftalbot6971]

Thanks knew it was simple just never worked on a big bike like that,just bought it 3weeks ago leaving the motocross races got on it a little and motor started reving higher,now will watch clutch adjustment!

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

Thank you for this video. My father and I successfully replaced my clutch with this as a guide.

[@JP-sm2kr]

I know this vid is years old. But I just did this repair this AM. And wanted to take a moment to show my appreciation. It went very smoothly. It didn't take under an hour... but it also didn't take me days to finish because I didn't have the proper tools - like a torque wrench. Thanks again for posting. I had a great ride this AM back up to N Scottsdale while being down and out for four months. Next up - clutch cable adjustment. Yes, I watched the vid on that and ready to go tomorrow. Thx again. All the best.

[@cruepprich]

Wow. Awesome video, esp. for an unskilled mechanic like me. I'm no longer worried about an expensive clutch job. DYI for sure. Thanks!

[@cesarflores9484]

you're a goat for this video!! thanks i wish i would've seen this before taking my bike to the shop...

[@cliffordmounts7076]

Thank you for your time and helping all of us ,I appreciate it more than you will ever know!! Thanks again Buddy.

[@HOTDOG401]

Thanks for the vid...pretty much like a Shadow 1100....c90 started slipping today and wanted to see what it looked like on the Boulevards....thanks again...cheers!

[@shaneworden5095]

Great video my fellow Bully rider. Thanks for the lesson.

[@twismfamily]

You did this video 4 years ago? I thought you did mainly FJR1300 content. Awesome! I was rear ended last year October on my FJR1300 and so I figured I would try another bike, of which I also liked back in 2005. I just bought a 2006 M109 Boulevard. I'm glad to see I can still come to you for advice. Very cool.

[@Robnord1]

I was thinking clutch jobs would be quit a bit more complex than this. Thanks for the video Bryan !

[@TwoWheelObsession]

Robnord1 I don't BS - super easy :)

[@rogertrovi7973]

Thanks a lot for a great video. I bought a 87 intruder 750 last year. Thanks to you I will attempt changing the clutch myself.

[@billmarshall3082]

Thanks,I will put the new plates into the windshield washer jug that I cut the side out of and soak them in that while tearing it down.I just bought mine 2 months ago and noticed it slipping more in top gear when I apply throttle.Haven't done a clutch change in years.Thanks again.

[@4U2NV614]

Awesome video! I was going to bring it to the mechanic to do it being I never did a clutch before. Didn't realize it was this simple! Thanks again!

[@carlantonson7760]

This is a really good video!!! Thanks for providing such great information!

[@starburstlover1338]

THANKS SO MUCH FOR THIS. MADE THE JOB SO MUCH EASIER!

[@chevyprerunner1]

Great Vid I ordered the same parts and they arrived in 2 days from 3 separate sellers as well! worked on it for about 5 hours this evening lol not sure why it took me so long but its good to go now thanks for all your Helpful Vids!

[@douglapointe6810]

Becareful there are some differences depending on the year of the bike. Im doing my clutch currently waiting for new barnett parts. On my 2004 C90 I don't believe the fibre plates are different thicknesses, but I will check the new ones. Also the last fibre plate goes in a different slot than rest of the fibre plates and when replacing the clutch pressure plate there is a small hole in the plate that is supposed to line up with a triangle on the clutch basket. I have a manual. Take pictures before you disassemble, always nice to have for reference.

[@robmunch384]

Golden personally bud, love the video.

[@douglasanderson153]

Great video Sir. I’m about to pull my vz1500 to pieces and replace everything. The bike had done 13,000 km. I think the previous owner abused the pike somewhat…

[@deadmusik9969]

Thank you for this video!!! My m50 is starting to slip going to 4th to 5th.. You cleared up alot for me!

[@ChrisHornberger]

Dude. Put shoes on. Broken toes are no joke and if they don't heal right, walking properly is done and over.

[@tomfjr3872]

Clever idea re the cardboard to hold the clutch cover bolts.

[@joshuabusick1940]

You my friend are a life saver, thank you kind sir

[@christianjones4624]

I went with the Barnett Performance Products Complete Kevlar Clutch Kit 303-70-10033. Also comes with replacement springs. Easy install.

[@2c2bpolitics-ce-gate3-4]

How did you know that this kit would be compatible with a Suzuki boulevard c50? Aren't these kits bike-specific?

[@gabrielgelinas7]

Great video, and very informative and easy to follow! Do you have the links for this exact same rekluse clutch and the springs? I didn't see then listed in the description with all the other parts you've added to your bike. Thank you!

[@2001himax]

I worked for Honda. Suzuki may be the same. If you mix the side cover bolts simply put a few in and notice the distance from the bolt head to the cover, that is putting them in the holes till they stop before you screw them in, if one is say 1/4 inch out they will all be 1/4 inch out. This way you know you have them in the right hole. If it is too short it will be down against the cover, too long it will be out farther than the rest. I enjoy your videos. Norman

[@slurp95]

Nice video , good use for that cardboard !👍🏽

[@richb8888]

Thanks for your videos on your Suzuki Boulevard. I love watching and getting the confidence to do my own work on my 08 M50. I brought my bike a year ago, and I've noticed when I start my bike with clutch depressed and in neutral the bike jerks forward. Would you have any idea or suggestions why it does that? I hope I so I can attempt to make the repair myself. Keep up the great videos.

[@my4thsuzuki794]

Thanks for the video. It is nice to see it done before doing it myself.

[@TwoWheelObsession]

Welcome!

[@patrickwallace5383]

Great video, thank you so much for posting it!

[@ZteveW]

You really know your stuff guy. I don't even understand how a clutch works. How did you know you needed to fix it?

[@adalbertoflores4349]

very good video, I will do it myself, I would like to know how to put new coolant to my m50

[@biggiebruce72]

I LOVE this video. Thank you for taking the time to do it!

[@gplayer01]

Really great video. Thanks for doing this. I have a 2008 M50 with only 3k on it, but still good information.

[@zacharybelton6493]

hey man im zach, i live out in ocala, youre video is very useful

[@TwoWheelObsession]

Thanks man

[@rickmishoe]

Lived in Tampa Florida for around 18:yrs

[@WaitAMinute1989]

Hi there, can you make a list of replacement parts and the sites where you can find them? I have a 2016 M50, Cheers and thanks.

[@bobwoz100]

Make sure your order includes SIX friction plates with smaller amount of friction fibre material and ONE with thicker fibre material. I forgot to order the one with the thicker friction material, had to wait an extra three days to finish.

[@MrBadApple999]

Great quality video, I've been looking to cut up the hear and bobberize it like yours, do you have a video on that?

[@odie4207]

I was just getting ready to call a few shops ty this is getting done on my jack with my tools and $200 in good whiskey.

[@NhemF]

Watching this even though I'm gonna get help to do this job

[@vanessavercoe8331]

I have the service manual, which does not say to use gasket sealer, however other vids- all of them i have watched use sealer. What is the reason for not using sealer here?

[@ceva4085]

What is the name of that little chain? How often should that chain be replaced?

[@jonmajarucon51]

A most excellent presentation. Thank you.!!

[@lennygiles9274]

Great video👍🏾

[@Fumingzeus]

Very interesting thanks for sharing

[@Lean540]

Thanks soooo much. I have a chattering M109R when its cold, so I think I may give it a go!

[@joshmadar6711]

I have the same bike same issue, what year and milage is your bike?

[@jeffreyjohnsrude8701]

Iv got a c90 and my bike has a hydraulic clutch. Does that mean I won't need to adjust the clutch after iv changed the plates? I'd think it would be self adjusting

[@baloo217]

Hi, will ne the same for the 2004 suzuki boulevard c50, ? the 2004 is actually vl800. Do u have the part numbers or links?

[@michaelwhitty3872]

Do you have the links for the clutch kit on Amazon?

[@dwaynekeith2046]

Thanks for the video bud. I will be changing my clutch soon. Have you changed the drive shaft spine gear or U joint? That is my next job.

[@denisvolonkin6058]

Can the Suzuki Intruder VL400 engine be replaced with a VL800?

[@ryanguerrero7328]

Awesome video brotha!

[@larryarbour1560]

If you don’t mind, where did you get that short pan? I want one lol... did you get it from Amazon?

[@biggiebruce72]

I got the same one from Advance Auto.

[@markray7189]

Hi great video and really informative, unfortunately whilst doing the 4 plate cover bolts to 7lb /ft one snapped and I'm now left with most of the bolt stuck in the hole. Any tips? I am in the UK and used EBC springs but the bolt didn't like even such low torque

[@Bobby-ns7gn]

Case cover torque spec ???

[@dashimoto]

I appreciate the informative video. Thank you kindly.

[@susdad]

Isn’t the torque spec different now with stronger springs? Or with longer springs in the event?

[@christianpellew7571]

I know this is a LONG shot but do you know what size the clutch sleeve hub but is?? I’ve looked everywhere and I can’t find the size?

[@denir1398]

Where did u get that seat kit

[@The-bolder-bender]

I have a 08 suzuki C109R can a c90 or c50 clutch assembly work on a 109r? I can't find a 109 clutch assembly.

[@ross798]

Nice video, you take a job most would be afraid to tackle and show us it's not rocket science, even though a shop charges rocket scientist labor fees.

[@jvela6937]

I followed this process on my 2018 c90 and have no resistance when puling my clutch level. What could be the problem?

[@stevetruman2111]

Did this take care of your slipping? I did my twice already on my s50.still slips when really hot on in alot of traffic stop and go, this time I'm going to change my steel plates

[@dkj4183]

Thanks for the video. I'm looking to buy a late model C50 so this info was valuable. I have read that the Suzuki factory had not lubricated (greased) the final gear to the back wheel properly and therefore there have been complaints of worn out and chopped-up final gear at the wheel. Any truth to this factory mistep?)

[@ZGoddessLola]

I wonder if Rekluse Auto clutch can be installed on C 50 ?

[@Ndislsj868]

Will this work for a 2018 m90.

[@sledsik2391]

How many miles your bike have again?

[@chriscook8414]

Do you actually need to have a jack to do the clutch replacement?! I have everything else but don’t have a jack is it fine to do the clutch without jacking up the bike

[@sumitkkanungo5423]

when I start the my 2012 model m109r, the sound of rattling sound comes from the side of the clutch and as soon as you press the clutch lever, the sound stops what is the problem of the thing please help me

[@davidbhughes.8923]

Great Tip, thanks for the idea to use the cardboard and push the bolts in the marked locations and bingo, you never lose what bolt goes where.

[@jeffholzheimer1147]

Million dollar question..what if that item in the tutorial that was not supposed to be disturbed was stuck on back of cover plate when I took it off

[@randyhobson]

Thank you so much for this!

[@dwaynekeith2046]

Hey man, what did the bike sounds like for you to know it was the clutch? I am chasing a problem with my M50 that I can't figure out. You can watch my video for the sound it makes. I have the clutch out and the bike in gear and can still turn the rear wheel and hold the clutch catch still...

[@Jack_The_Biker]

where did you get your oem gasket?

[@agankachu09]

Hello there! I have a M109r2 2008 model with only 17,000 km. My tires are new - a month old. My rear tire slips/spins when starting from stop position. I have to release the clutch very slowly and carefully as I'm afraid to fall. This may have happened 3-4 time in total this month. Would you be able to advise what to do? I have been riding since the last 13 odd years. Thanks

[@MikeSmithprofit1]

Too much power 😜

[@mikeparker9567]

TwoWheelObsession what is your clutch cover Torque too?

[@JP-jy8lt]

can you get me the exact link to the kit you bought I need the exact kit you have if so that would save me a headache and a half

[@jninemil7750]

Your videos are awesome. Makes me want to just do in upgrade on a Honda magna 750. Think it's worth it?

[@TwoWheelObsession]

JOHN NINNERAM If it needs it, why not!

[@jninemil7750]

Good point. Lol

[@desanmr]

Replace my clutch as i your video, went to adjust it and the handle will not tighten. I cant seem to get it to adjust at the back side cover. Not sure what i did wrong. The adjust nut is screwed out all the way and the screw will not go in any further.

[@desanmr]

So I pulled the clutch back apart, saving the new oil. The Clutch plates were floppy inside the pressure plate. Pulled the springs off and the pressure plate. Counted my discs and everything was correct. Put the pressure plate back on and it was tight this time. Torqued the spring to 7 fp and went and adjusted the clutch. This time it adjusted correctly. I now have a lever that is tight. Bolted the cover back on, hoping it don't leak now. Put my oil back in it and will finish it up in the morning. WTF, it was supposed to be simple.

[@rufusrunsgsp4610]

TWO, I was hoping that your video would show how to change the gear shift spring. Do you have one that shows that? I took off the cover on the opposite side of the clutch. That created a gob of work with no access to replace the spring. So this time I'm searching to see if going through the clutch cover provides access to the spring. But I did not see it in your video. Any help is greatly appreciated. I have the 2009 C50 tour.

[@maulssaber]

you did this who job barefoot hats off to you lol

[@james1466]

hi what type or size of torch rench is need and is the lb 7ft for the bolts

[@Bernies210]

Can I get links to the parts buddy

[@jessealvarez4687]

👍👍👍nice bike.

[@willynilly1445]

Ordered the same parts and instead of the only difference being one friction plate being thicker, the only difference I had was one being super thin..

[@rickmishoe]

2005 M50 Barnetts ?