2008 Suzuki Boulevard M109R2 Review

Introduction

Suzuki presented the M109R2 as a slightly visual improved version of the M109R, a motorcycle with huge success but which rejects some of its customers with the imposing unrefined headlight. The idea was to attract more and more customers with a second version featuring an aerodynamic headlight which seems to flow better with the smooth lines already present on the Boulevard M109R. The success was guaranteed.

History

2007 Suzuki Boulevard M109R

I would loved to encounter a long improved motorcycle but I certainly didn’t expect that from the M109R2, a cruiser which makes its debut next year so writing the history of this motorcycle can be quite a challenge concerning improvements and modifications.

I would like to start by saying that the model that I am reviewing is the same as the M109R only that it features the well known visual upgrade which gives the tone to the bike’s entire new look.

But until an upgrade was needed, Suzuki produced the M109R for two years without changing virtually anything despite the wonderful black, silver and violet blue colors available in the first year of production which is 2006. So 2007 brought black, red and awesome white color schemes, the last two waiting to be changed in gray and orange for 2008.

The 2008 Suzuki Boulevard M109R2 has taken the best out of its younger brother and it will be dressed in black or gray.

Competition

2008 Suzuki Boulevard M109R2 and 2008 Kawasaki Vulcan 2000 Classic

If Suzuki improved a model and added a special something to its name, look and apparel, why wouldn’t Honda do the same thing? If you like this question don’t try find a different answer apart from Honda VTX1800 Style N because you’ll simply fail. Honda took M109R’s competitor, the VTX1800C and added a different style, look and general fell while naming it VTX1800N. Don’t you love it how manufacturers launch models one after another? It is important mentioning that Honda came first with the idea so it has to receive all the credit for it.

Another classic that deals with the previous mentioned Suzuki and Honda models is Kawsaki’s Vulcan 2000, a massive machine disposing of great amounts torque but let’s not forget style which is more than present as well.

2008 Suzuki Boulevard M109R2 and 2008 Honda VTX1800N

Exterior

2008 Suzuki Boulevard M109R2

Everything on the Suzuki M109R2 says style and visual attraction so there is a lot to talk about on this section of the review. The fact that this model is developed from a previous launched motorcycle and that the only changes applied concern the visual aspect, tells a lot of the way that this machine gets sold.

The most important and deciding factor that makes this motorcycle unique is the front end illuminated by the fresh new headlight which makes sure to lighten your way and it does it in style.

That same headlight defines the lines which are then followed by indicator cover, handlebars and mirrors. The entire leaned back aspect is implemented by the fuel tank which didn’t do anything else but to follow the patter imposed by the headlight and handlebars.

The junction between the fuel tank, seat, and rear fender is absolutely fabulous. The lines are very clearly defined and give a very smooth overall aspect which really makes it stand out.

This motorcycle also has the purpose of impressing traffic participants or pedestrians and it does it big time! To obtain a well deserved “wow”, the bike uses its imposing dimensions and the massive front radiator, a piece that really makes a statement on this bike’s abilities.

Overall, I will like to say that everything fits perfectly into place: radiator, fenders, fuel tank and seat, but most of all, the headlight.

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