2006 Suzuki Boulevard M109R
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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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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.
80% of complaints: power train — 35 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing manual transmission and clutch assembly.
INJURYShow complaint excerpts
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, 20130418
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, 20180427
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, 20180313
Also filed under ENGINE
16% of complaints: service brakes — 7 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic.
5% of complaints: engine — 2 distinct reports on file.
5% of complaints: fuel system, gasoline — 2 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing filler pipe and cap and fuel injection system.
Show complaint excerpts
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, 20070213
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, 20060810
2% of complaints: structure — 1 distinct report on file, most commonly citing frame and members.
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2006 Suzuki Boulevard M109R — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for power train issues (35 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (7 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine issues (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 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.