2008 Suzuki Boulevard S40

I rode a friends s40 a few times. It was a nice simple bike that is easy to figure out. I have ridden lots of bikes, cruisers, sport bikes, dual sports, you name it... but this had the worst handling/corner of any bike I(TM)ve ever ridden. I always wondered why I would have to slow down so much after ... going around a corner and looking at my mirror my friend would be WAY back there. Then I ride it and felt it for myself, I was amazed how slow I had to go to make a corner feel comfortable. I easily out maneuver the s40 on my big Harley street glide(which is sad) the Harley isn(TM)t made to corner all that great either. But that(TM)s just my opinion, I don(TM)t see anyone else having any complaints about it.

For a beginner bike I(TM)d rather start on something else

I noticed the squeak at about 3000 kms have still got it drives me crazy to. I have been trying to figure it out. On my last long ride 270 kms it stopped but started again on the next ride. usually only on acceleration over 30 kms per hour.

I bought my Suzuki S40 last season. It is a great bike for starting out. I find that I am a bit too tall for this bike (5'6") and need to move up to a bit bigger bike and more powerful engine. This bike handles well and is certainly made more for a woman. It is a lighter cruiser (352 pounds dry) ... and is not the greatest bike out on the highway due to the weight. It is a great around town bike and even short runs out on the highway but not for long trips. Price point is right. Except for the occasional backfire, this 4 stroke 1 cylinder engine does the trick and has alot of torque for a small bike.

I am only 4'10". I looked all over for a bike I can not only touch the ground but also hold up. I thought I was limited to the Honda Rebel 250cc and the Kawasaki Eliminator 150cc. The instructor from my motorclycle saftey course suggested I try the s40. I fell in love instantly!!!. It meets all my ... needs. Very light weight, low to the ground and all the power I need to keep up with the boys!!!! My brother-in-law actually had it up to 80 MPH and said it would have probably do 100 MPH. I have heard some say the suspension isn't the greatest however I haven't had any trouble with it. If I had anything negative to say it would be "nit picking" but I wish the speedometer was higher on the gas tank for easier viewing.

Excellent bike for women!!!!!! I will never feel the need for an upgrade!!!

I bought my S40 about a year ago and didn't notice a squeaking until a few weeks later. So far I have not been able to figure out the problem. The dealer said thats the way it is suppossed to sound due to crappy riveting of the exhaust..... but I think he is yanking my chain. I love the bike but ... the sound just drives me crazy every time i accelerate. Any advice on what the problem could be??? And how to fix it??

I bought this bike for my spouse. I have been riding it more than her. Its a fun bike!!

Bought this bike a year ago, and have put over 3,000 miles on it with zero problems. And for those of you who think it's too small, I'm 5' 11", 200 lbs, and it handles the freeway, and the hills, just fine! As an added bonus, because of the simplicity of the bike, I won't have any problems when ... it comes time to start customizing/modding it.

I chose this bike because I am short- 5'2". It's a very good fit. The seat could be more comforable- but that's the only improvement I can suggest. I commute in NYC, am on the highway & in the city. The bike just works- it's got the power for the highway & spriteness & manuverability for city streets. ... I have taken it on a few long hauls too- about 3 hours on the highway & am very happy with it's performance. I highly recomend this bike.

When you first look upon the s40 you notice its size. It is a smaller bike then most,you might think it is a downfall but no its a nimble creature and still has plenty of power for the normal rider. Alot of people own them as first bikes and 50% being women. You can put a mean exhaust and make some ... noise in your local towns with joy in your heart.

This bike is exactly as one would expect of a big single. It has good torque and is quite comfortable around town and for short trips on the expressway. Great mileage and only a minor vibration from the well counterbalanced engine. Outside of the occasional backfire, it is quiet, too. The light weight ... gives it great handling, too. Try it, you'll like it. I do!