Suzuki Boulevard C50C

Suzuki Boulevard C50
Manufacturer	Suzuki
Also called	Boulevard C50 T, Boulevard C50C, Boulevard C50 Limited Edition, Boulevard C50 Black, Boulevard C50T Classic, Boulevard C50 Special, Boulevard C50 Special Edition, Boulevard C50 B O S S, Boulevard C50T, Boulevard C 50
Production	2006 - 07
Class	Cruiser
Engine	Four stroke, 45° V-Twin
Compression ratio	9.4:1
Ignition	Electronic
Transmission	5 Speed
Suspension	Front: Telescopic forks, coil spring oil damping Rear: Link-type single shock, 7-way adjustable preload
Brakes	Front: Single 300 mm disc 2 piston caliper Rear: Drum, 180 mm
Front Tire	130/90-16M/C 67H
Rear Tire	170/80-15M/C 77H
Wheelbase	1655 mm / 65.2 in
Seat Height	700 mm / 27.6 in.
Weight	246 kg / 542 lbs (dry),
Recommended Oil	Suzuki ECSTAR 10w40
Fuel Capacity	15.5 Liters / 4.1 US 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 130/90-16M/C 67H front tire and a 170/80-15M/C 77H rear tire. Stopping was achieved via Single 300 mm disc 2 piston caliper in the front and a Drum, 180 mm in the rear. The front suspension was a Telescopic forks, coil spring oil damping while the rear was equipped with a Link-type single shock, 7-way adjustable preload. The Boulevard C50C was fitted with a 15.5 Liters / 4.1 US gal fuel tank. The bike weighed just 246 kg / 542 lbs. The wheelbase was 1655 mm / 65.2 in long.

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Overview

Suzuki Boulevard C50C

The Boulevard C50C has the soul of a classic cruiser combined with V-twin performance that gives you a charge every time you twist the throttle. The Boulevard C50C’s classic design begins with the flowing lines of its kicked-out front end and pullback handlebars, which perfectly complement its teardrop tank, stepped seat and boldly valanced rear fender. These lines, of course, show off its spacious seating position, which promises a comfortable ride hour after hour. Down the boulevard or out on the highway, the C50C’s V-twin powerplant is engineered for pure excitement. With strong low-end and mid-range torque, it accelerates hard from just above idle. Yet, thanks to its advanced engineering, it’s incredibly smooth at highway cruising speeds. It’s time to discover how good a classic cruiser can be - with the 2006 Boulevard C50C. Features An attractive and unique version of the classic C50 featuring new cast aluminum wheels, a special tribal paint scheme, stylish studded seat and a classic white faced speedometer with a new fuel gauge. Front brake master cylinder, brake lever, clutch lever and handlebar switches feature an updated new design Engine Features Fuel-injected, 50 cubic inch, eight-valve, liquid-cooled, 45 degree V-twin engine tuned for exceptional low rpm power and torque GSX-R-derived 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 Fuel injection system receives input from gear position sensor, water temp. sensor, air temp. sensor and intake port sensors for efficient power delivery and better fuel economy 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 Fuel tank-mounted speedometer with LCD fuel gauge, clock and indicator lights - cables and wiring are carefully routed for a detailed look Cradle-type steel frame with color-matched sidecovers, fenders and fuel tank, plus numerous chrome-plated parts Wide, comfortable seat with low 27.6 inch seat height - passenger seat can be removed for a bobbed rear fender appearance Wide handlebars and forward-mounted floorboards and foot controls for more comfort around town or on the highway Telescopic forks with polished aluminum sliders and polished stainless steel stanchion-tube covers Long 33° rake angle and 65.2 inch wheelbase provide a smooth, comfortable ride Link-type rear suspension connects to a truss-style swingarm and a single shock absorber with 7-way spring preload adjustment Powerful multi-reflector headlight housed in an attractive case with stylish headlight rim - headlight switches off during startup to reduce load on battery Bright, multi-reflector turn signals designed for high visibility and attractive appearance Standard 4-way emergency flasher and high-beam passing switch Cast aluminum wheels carry a wide 130/90-16 front tire and 170/80-15 rear tire Single front disc brake with large 300mm rotor and 180mm rear drum brake for strong braking performance.{| class="wikitable" |- !Make Model |Suzuki Boulevard C50C |- !Year |2006 - 07 |- !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 |33.6 kW / 45.1 hp @ 4000 rpm |- !Max Torque |62 Nm / 6.3 kgf-m / 45.7 ft-lb @ 4000 rpm |- !Clutch |Wet, multiple discs, cable operated |- !Transmission |5 Speed |- !Final Drive |Shaft |- !Front Suspension |Telescopic forks, coil spring oil damping |- !Rear Suspension |Link-type single shock, 7-way adjustable preload |- !Front Brakes |Single 300 mm disc 2 piston caliper |- !Rear Brakes |Drum, 180 mm |- !Front Tire |130/90-16M/C 67H |- !Rear Tire |170/80-15M/C 77H |- !Rake |33° |- !Dimensions |Length: 2500 mm / 98.4 in Width: 985 mm / 38.8 in |- !Wheelbase |1655 mm / 65.2 in |- !Seat Height |700 mm / 27.6 in. |- !Ground Clearance |140 mm / 5.5 in |- !Dry Weight |246 kg / 542 lbs |- !Fuel Capacity |15.5 Liters / 4.1 US gal

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