MYRModel Year Report

2008 Suzuki Boulevard M109R

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2008 Suzuki Boulevard M109R
RENDERED 2026-08-02T10:53:19.115Z

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.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Suzuki Boulevard M109R Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2008 highlighted. 2006: 44 complaints 2006 2007: 45 complaints 2007 2008: 22 complaints 2008 2009: 11 complaints 2009 2011: 8 complaints 2011
2008: 22 complaints
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YearComplaints
200644
200745
200822
200911
20118

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 22 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

POWER TRAIN

11 of 22 total reports mention: power train.

CRASH INJURY
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MOTORCYCLE EXPERIENCES EXTREME CLUTCH SHUDDER AT LOW SPEEDS AND TAKE OFF.

NHTSA ODI report, 20120804

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, 20120626

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. *JS

NHTSA ODI report, 20120421

POWER TRAIN

6 of 22 total reports mention: power train.

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2008 SUZUKI M109R (AKA VZR1800) BEGAN TO EXPERIENCE LOUD RATTLE IN CLUTCH BASKET WITH BIKE IN NEUTRAL AT APPROXIMATELY 6000 MILES. THE RATTLE GET NOTICEABLY LOUDER UNDER ACCELERATION.

NHTSA ODI report, 20080906

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

2 of 22 total reports mention: vehicle speed control.

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

2 of 22 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling.

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2008 SUZUKI M109R (AKA VZR1800) BEGAN TO EXPERIENCE LOUD RATTLE IN CLUTCH BASKET WITH BIKE IN NEUTRAL AT APPROXIMATELY 6000 MILES. THE RATTLE GET NOTICEABLY LOUDER UNDER ACCELERATION.

NHTSA ODI report, 20080906

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, 20080715

POWER TRAIN

1 of 22 total reports mentions: power train.

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2008 Suzuki Boulevard M109R — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for power train issues (11 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for power train issues (6 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (2 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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 50% 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 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.