Suzuki Boulevard C50 B.O.S.S.: review, history, specs
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| Suzuki Boulevard C50 B.O.S.S. | |
| Manufacturer | |
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| Production | 2014 |
| Class | Cruiser |
| Engine | four-stroke, liquid cooled, 45 degree V-twin, SOHC, 8-valves, TSCC |
| Bore / Stroke | 83.8mm x 83.8mm |
| Compression ratio | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel System | EFI, Suzuki Dual Throttle Valve System (SDTV) |
| Transmission | Gear box: 5 speed, manual Final Drive: Shaft |
| Suspension | Front: Telescopic, coil spring, oil damped Rear: Link-type, oil damped, 7-way adjustable spring preload |
| Brakes | Front: Single hydraulic disc Rear: Drum |
| Front Tire | 130/90-16M/C 67H, tube type |
| Rear Tire | 170/80-15M/C 77H, tube type |
| Wheelbase | 65.2 inches (1656 mm) |
| Length | 98.39 inches (2499 mm) |
| Width | 37.6 inches (955 mm) |
| Seat Height | 27.6 inches (701 mm) |
| Weight | 277.0 kg (wet) |
| Recommended Oil | Suzuki ECSTAR 10w40 |
| Manuals | Service Manual |
The Suzuki Boulevard C50 B.O.S.S. was a four-stroke, liquid cooled, 45 degree V-twin, SOHC, 8-valves, TSCC Cruiser motorcycle produced by Suzuki in 2014.
Engine[edit | edit source]
A 83.8mm bore x 83.8mm stroke result in a displacement of just 805.0 cubic centimeters.
Drive[edit | edit source]
The bike has a 5 speed, manual transmission. Power was moderated via the Wet multi-disc, manual.
Chassis[edit | edit source]
It came with a 130/90-16M/C 67H, tube type front tire and a 170/80-15M/C 77H, tube type rear tire. Stopping was achieved via Single hydraulic disc in the front and a Drum in the rear. The front suspension was a Telescopic, coil spring, oil damped while the rear was equipped with a Link-type, oil damped, 7-way adjustable spring preload. The wheelbase was 65.2 inches (1656 mm) long.
2014 Suzuki Boulevard C50 B.O.S.S.[edit | edit source]
The 2014 MY Boulevard C50 B.O.S.S. is about the closes you can get when mixing classic, neo-retro looks and modern technologies. All in all, you're putting your money down on a bike which may look like an old Brough Superior-derived beast, but laden with modern elements which add more sparkle to the build.
Of course, the B.O.S.S. livery makes everything look spectacular, as the combination of menace and sobriety is never outfashioned. Black wheels, a black engine with black covers, matte black exhausts, complemented by black frame, bars, switchgear and all, this Boulevard C50 B.O.S.S.has them all as standard.