Is the 2006 Suzuki Boulevard M109R reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2006 Suzuki Boulevard M109R?

The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 80% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2006 Suzuki Boulevard M109R have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

2006 Suzuki Boulevard M109R

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2006 Suzuki Boulevard M109R
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Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 44
Recalls: 0
Investigations: 0
Top problem: Power train

Complaints per year

2006: 44 complaints

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Year	Complaints
2006	44
2007	45
2008	22
2009	11
2011	8

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Power train

80% · 35 reports

Most commonly citing manual transmission and clutch assembly.

INJURY

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While leaving work I was shifting out of 1ST gear and while going into second gear the bike popped out of second gear and made a loud grinding noise.

NHTSA ODI report, 2013-04-18

My 2006 Suzuki M109R had been jumping out of 2ND gear, into neutral when I accelerate, and the rear wheel locked up after that, which put me into a 150' skid on the highway, which was very unsafe, and I could have easily died as a result of this...

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-04-27

I have a 2006 M109R that has a major defect in the powertrain. This bike only have a little over 5,000 miles on it and it tends to fall out of second gear back into neutral.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-03-13

Also filed under Engine

Service brakes

16% · 7 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic.

Engine

5% · 2 reports

Fuel system, gasoline

5% · 2 reports

Most commonly citing filler pipe and cap and fuel injection system.

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I began noticing a strong odor of gasoline around my Suzuki M109R motorcycle and could not find the cause of the strong odor. I started the motorcycle in my garage to let it warm up and went inside my home to retrieve a jacket so I could go riding.

NHTSA ODI report, 2007-02-13

Dt*: the contact stated while traveling at various speeds the vehicle stalled four times. The vehicle did not restart was towed to the dealership each time.

NHTSA ODI report, 2006-08-10

Structure

2% · 1 report

Most commonly citing frame and members.

Safety timeline

No recalls on file for this model year.

0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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Buy-smart checklist

2006 Suzuki Boulevard M109R — pre-purchase inspection

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Power train: 35 reports on file for this year.
Service brakes: 7 reports on file for this year.
Engine: 2 reports on file for this year.

FAQ

Is the 2006 Suzuki Boulevard M109R reliable?: There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2006 Suzuki Boulevard M109R?: The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 80% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2006 Suzuki Boulevard M109R have?: No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-20 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.