Michio Suzuki
began his company in 1909 with the purpose of making industrial looms for a thriving silk industry. World War II changed the direction of the company; Michio Suzuki turned his attention to making inexpensive vehicles to meet a growing demand for transportation. The motorcycles the company created helped Suzuki become one of the Big Four Japanese motorcycle companies that also included Honda, Yamaha and Kawasaki. The Suzuki Boulevard was introduced in 2005 and targeted for American markets. It had three designations: S, which featured style; C, which was a redesign of a cruiser; and M, for muscle.
Size
The length of the bike is 88.6 inches, the seat height is 27.6 inches and height is 44.3 inches. The width is 30.1 inches and the ground clearance is 4.9 inches. The wheelbase is 61.4 inches. The capacity of the fuel tank is 3.17 gallons, and the weight is 443.1 lbs.
Engine Information
The engine displaces 50 cubic inches. The engine is a V-2 and has four strokes. The compression is 10.0:1. The stroke is 2.9 inches and the bore is 3.3 inches. The bike has two carburetors and it is arranged in a SOHC or single overhead cam. The ignition is electrical; the bike has five gears. The engine is liquid-cooled, and the bike is shaft-driven.
Suspension, Wheels and Brake
The front suspension consists of a telescopic coil spring that is oil-dampened. The rear suspension consists of a swing arm that is oil-dampened and has five adjustable positions. The front tire is 100/90-H19, while the rear tire is 140/90-M15. The front and rear brakes consist of single brakes.
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