2008 Suzuki Boulevard M109R
Only 22 complaints on file — too few 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.
Only 22 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 22
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
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Complaints per year
2008: 22 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2006 | 44 |
| 2007 | 45 |
| 2008 | 22 |
| 2009 | 11 |
| 2011 | 8 |
Known problem areas
Only 22 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Power train
18 of 22 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing manual transmission and automatic transmission.
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Motorcycle experiences extreme clutch shudder at low speeds and take off.
NHTSA ODI report, 2012-08-04
Violent shutter from a complete stop. Multiple times but intermittent. Had to pull off road to try to engage 1ST gear. Nearly rear ended. In the upper gears, bike has a grinding feel, somewhat comparable to having low oil.
NHTSA ODI report, 2012-06-26
Does not shift securely into second gear; can also pop out of second gear suddenly. This is true under even very light acceleration and careful, deliberate shifting.
NHTSA ODI report, 2012-04-21
Engine and engine cooling
3 of 22 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing engine.
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Tl*the contact owns a 2008 Suzuki Boulevard M109R. While riding at an unknown speed, the clutch failed and the F1 light illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was towed to the dealer.
NHTSA ODI report, 2008-07-15
Vehicle speed control
2 of 22 total reports mention: vehicle speed control.
Fuel system, other
1 of 22 total reports mentions: fuel system, other.
Engine
1 of 22 total reports mentions: engine.
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
2008 Suzuki Boulevard M109R — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Power train: 18 reports on file for this year.
- Engine and engine cooling: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Vehicle speed control: 2 reports on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 2008 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 2008 Suzuki Boulevard M109R?
- The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 82% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2008 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.