Suzuki Boulevard M50 Special Edition

Suzuki Boulevard M50
Manufacturer	Suzuki
Also called	Boulevard M50 Black, Boulevard M 50 Black, Boulevard M50 Limited, Boulevard M50 Special Edition, Boulevard M50 Special
Production	2009
Class	Cruiser
Engine	Four stroke, 45° V-Twin
Compression ratio	9.4:1
Ignition	Electronic
Transmission	5 Speed
Suspension	Front: Inverted, telescopic, coil spring, oil damped Rear: Link-type, oil damped, 7-way adjustable spring preload
Brakes	Front: Single 300mm disc, 2 piston caliper Rear: Drum
Front Tire	130/90-16
Rear Tire	170/80-15
Wheelbase	1655 mm / 65.2 in
Seat Height	700 mm / 27.6 in.
Weight	269 kg / 593 lbs (wet)
Recommended Oil	Suzuki ECSTAR 10w40
Fuel Capacity	15.5 Liters / 4.1 / 3.4 US/Imp gal
Manuals	Service Manual

Engine

The engine was a Liquid cooled cooled Four stroke, 45° V-Twin. The engine featured a 9.4:1 compression ratio.

Drive

Power was moderated via the Wet, multiple discs, cable operated.

Chassis

It came with a 130/90-16 front tire and a 170/80-15 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via Single 300mm disc, 2 piston caliper in the front and a Drum in the rear. The front suspension was a Inverted, telescopic, coil spring, oil damped while the rear was equipped with a Link-type, oil damped, 7-way adjustable spring preload. The Boulevard M50 Special Edition was fitted with a 15.5 Liters / 4.1 / 3.4 US/Imp gal fuel tank. The wheelbase was 1655 mm / 65.2 in long.

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Overview

Suzuki Boulevard M50 Special Edition

Lean And Ripped. Here's a hot cruiser that's going to light up the city streets. The Suzuki Boulevard M50Z boasts unrivaled muscle cruiser styling along with a healthy injection of Suzuki technology. The first thing to strike you is its hard-tail design, which - thanks to an advanced rear suspension system - provides a comfortable and responsive ride. Of course, the muscle styling cues don't end there. Check out its pullback bars, contoured saddle, sculpted rear fender, eye-catching slash-cut chrome mufflers and striking 2-tone paint job.

The Suzuki Boulevard M50Z has performance to match its image. Its liquid-cooled 50-cubic-inch V-twin engine features an advanced Suzuki fuel injection system that gives it terrific torque down low and an incredibly wide powerband. What's more, the M50Z rewards you with crisp handling and an exceptionally comfortable ride around town or out on the open highway.

Key Features - New dual spark plugs on each cylinder for better combustion and lower emissions

Engine Features - Fuel-injected, 50 cubic inch, eight-valve, liquid-cooled, 45 degree V-twin engine tuned for exceptional low rpm power and torque - Electronic fuel injection system features the Suzuki Dual Throttle Valve System (SDTV) - maintains optimum air velocity in the intake tract for smooth low-to-mid rpm throttle response and high torque output - includes Auto Fast Idle System (AFIS) - 32-bit ECM provides precise control of ignition timing and multi-hole-type injectors ensuring quick startup and excellent drivability under all conditions - Crankshaft designed with 45° offset crank pins to reduce engine vibration without a counterbalancer for a more comfortable ride - Five-speed transmission features a high fifth gear ratio for relaxed highway cruising - Low-maintenance shaft final-drive system is clean-running with low torque reaction - Custom-styled exhaust designed for a deep rumbling sound and tuned low rpm power - Pulsed-secondary air-injection system introduces air into the exhaust ports to ignite unburned hydrocarbons and reduce emissions - CA. spec. model is equipped with a catalyst for further emission reduction

Chassis Features - Soft-tail-style frame creates a continuous flowing line from the headlight, through the fuel tank, seat and rear fender - Sharp-edged-styled front fender adds to the clean look of the front end, while the bob-tail rear fender adds to the flowing lines at the rear - Long, wide 4.1 gallon fuel tank flows smoothly back to the seat -attractive raised fuel filler includes indicator lights for turn signals, high beam and low fuel - Handlebar-mounted speedometer styled for a clean appearance and positioned for good visibility - Wide, comfortable seat with low seat height - passenger seat can be removed for a bobbed rear fender appearance - Low-rise handlebars mounted on pull-back risers provide a comfortable reach for the rider and increased comfort around town or on the highway - Inverted, 41mm front fork for a performance look and comfortable ride - the only model in the class with an inverted fork - Link-type rear suspension connects to a truss-style swingarm and a single shock absorber with 7-way spring preload adjustment - Large LED-type taillight with a clear lens provides a modern custom look - Powerful multi-reflector headlight housed in an attractive case with stylish headlight rim - headlight switches off during startup to reduce load on battery - Bright bullet-style turn signals designed for high visibility and attractive appearance - Standard 4-way emergency flasher and high-beam passing switch - Black cast aluminum rims carry a wide 130/90-16 front tire and 170/80-15 rear tire - Single front disc brake with large 300mm rotor for strong braking performance

Optional accessories - Windshield - Light Bar - Saddlebags - Engine Guards - Custom Seats - Billet Aluminum Items{| class="wikitable" |- !Make Model |Suzuki Boulevard M50 Special Edition |- !Year |2009 |- !Engine Type |Four stroke, 45° V-Twin |- !Displacement |805cc / 49.1 cu-in |- !Bore X Stroke |83 x 74.4 mm |- !Cooling System |Liquid cooled |- !Compression |9.4:1 |- !Lubrication |Wet sump |- !Induction |Mikuni BDSR34 |- !Ignition |Electronic |- !Starting |Electric |- !Max Power |36.5 kW / 50 hp @ 6500 |- !Max Torque |65 Nm / 6.6 kgf-m / 47.9 ft-lb @ 5000 rpm |- !Clutch |Wet, multiple discs, cable operated |- !Transmission |5 Speed |- !Final Drive |Shaft |- !Front Suspension |Inverted, telescopic, coil spring, oil damped |- !Rear Suspension |Link-type, oil damped, 7-way adjustable spring preload |- !Front Brakes |Single 300mm disc, 2 piston caliper |- !Rear Brakes |Drum |- !Front Tire |130/90-16 |- !Rear Tire |170/80-15 |- !Dimensions |Length 2395 mm / 94.3 in Width 890 mm / 35.0 in Height 1105 mm / 43.5 in |- !Wheelbase |1655 mm / 65.2 in |- !Seat Height |700 mm / 27.6 in. |- !Wet Weight |269 kg / 593 lbs |- !Ground Clearance |140 mm / 5.5 in |- !Fuel Capacity |15.5 Liters / 4.1 / 3.4 US/Imp gal

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