..how's it ride at 65.. what's the vibration like on the handle grips; I'll have to test ride one myself but seriously considering this model as my next road bike.. sorry HD, the honeymoon is over I guess.. LoL
@ANICON2006 I've taken it cruising at 90 and I've never noticed any vibrations. Went on a 1000 mile round trip to Big Bend and didn't feel any vibration. I have test driven HD road king and thought it was a great bike except at lower speeds the handle bars vibrated almost violently, but at higher speeds it seemed to smooth out.
@ANICON2006 I bought this same bike and year. There is no noticeable vibration at all. It's very smooth and I'm happy with it overall. It could use a 6th gear though, I notice it struggles a bit to get up to higher speeds but rides really well on the freeway. I agree with a lot of the posts on here, this bike is the best bang for your buck in it's class.
I got the purple/red one a few weeks ago. My first bike and I must say I made a good choice. Something about the Suzuki I liked more than the Kawasaki Vulcan I was also eyeballing. I highly suggest adding a windshield. I stuck a quick release one on mine and the wind no longer kicks my ass at high speeds. Have fun with it and remember to keep the rubber side down.
@LittleF0lk I must agree with you. I have had no issues other than like a dummy I accidently dropped it in the garage and broke the rear turn signal...oh well...it was bound to happen.
@LittleF0lk I had the 2004 VL800 and they suffered under broken bushings in steering head, strange noises from valve-train and few had problems with corrosion. Other than that, strange handlebar angle, uncomfy seat and exceptional week brakes, this bike is great. I sold it to step up to FLHTCU and never looked back. It has much smoother and stronger engine, less vibration at revs, better overall comfort, better cornering and brakes, cheaper maintenance. C50 is great value large cruiser.
@majorghn Unfortunately, this was recorded from inside a car with the radio on and my children arguing over the camera. So, in my opinion the music is much preferred.
May I ask what brand of jacket you are using, and what kind of shoes are you wearing? I'm looking for the exact set up for my casual town cruising, and that looks pretty comfortable.
..how's it ride at 65.. what's the vibration like on the handle grips; I'll have to test ride one myself but seriously considering this model as my next road bike.. sorry HD, the honeymoon is over I guess.. LoL
ANICON2006 1 year ago
@ANICON2006 I've taken it cruising at 90 and I've never noticed any vibrations. Went on a 1000 mile round trip to Big Bend and didn't feel any vibration. I have test driven HD road king and thought it was a great bike except at lower speeds the handle bars vibrated almost violently, but at higher speeds it seemed to smooth out.
coderblues 1 year ago
@ANICON2006 I bought this same bike and year. There is no noticeable vibration at all. It's very smooth and I'm happy with it overall. It could use a 6th gear though, I notice it struggles a bit to get up to higher speeds but rides really well on the freeway. I agree with a lot of the posts on here, this bike is the best bang for your buck in it's class.
lang2190 1 year ago
@lang2190 I agree about the 6 the gear. Cruise control would also be nice on those long drives.
coderblues 1 year ago
Liked your video, bike is really good looking...would have loved to have heard sound of your bike though :)
majorghn 1 year ago
I got the purple/red one a few weeks ago. My first bike and I must say I made a good choice. Something about the Suzuki I liked more than the Kawasaki Vulcan I was also eyeballing. I highly suggest adding a windshield. I stuck a quick release one on mine and the wind no longer kicks my ass at high speeds. Have fun with it and remember to keep the rubber side down.
antidonkey 1 year ago
@antidonkey I thought about adding a windshield but I love the aesthetics without one. Keep the rubber side down.
coderblues 1 year ago
I have a 2007 Suzuki C50 Boulevard. Still no problems after 2 1/2 years. It's the best bike for the money in my opinion.
LittleF0lk 1 year ago
@LittleF0lk I must agree with you. I have had no issues other than like a dummy I accidently dropped it in the garage and broke the rear turn signal...oh well...it was bound to happen.
coderblues 1 year ago
@LittleF0lk I had the 2004 VL800 and they suffered under broken bushings in steering head, strange noises from valve-train and few had problems with corrosion. Other than that, strange handlebar angle, uncomfy seat and exceptional week brakes, this bike is great. I sold it to step up to FLHTCU and never looked back. It has much smoother and stronger engine, less vibration at revs, better overall comfort, better cornering and brakes, cheaper maintenance. C50 is great value large cruiser.
MadIgor1 7 months ago
I was looking at this bike today...it would be my first bike too. Do you still like/love it?
shuckins 1 year ago
@shuckins I still love it.
coderblues 1 year ago
It would be nice to hear the bike instead of music...your not making a music video....it's supposed to be about the bike not the music!!
majorghn 1 year ago 2
@majorghn Unfortunately, this was recorded from inside a car with the radio on and my children arguing over the camera. So, in my opinion the music is much preferred.
coderblues 1 year ago
This your first bike?
lucabrasi1337 2 years ago
Yes it is.
coderblues 2 years ago
Excellent choice. Enjoy!
lucabrasi1337 2 years ago
this bike rides great
Galagoz1 2 years ago
May I ask what brand of jacket you are using, and what kind of shoes are you wearing? I'm looking for the exact set up for my casual town cruising, and that looks pretty comfortable.
SirBowie 2 years ago
I'm wearing a Speed and Strength mesh jacket and the boots are Wolverine slip resistant hiking boots.
coderblues 2 years ago
Great bike' its all in the sound of the winds,brother.
CANECITY01 2 years ago
welcome to the club brother....
mernstgeek 2 years ago
Thank you.
coderblues 2 years ago