Motorcycle & Scooter

For an inexpensive cruiser that is peppy, comfortable, fairly light and gets 48 MPG the Suzuki Boulevard S50 (also known as the Intruder VS800) is a good choice. I have no problem commuting on my '94 VS800 or riding with friends for a couple hundred miles. The chopper style has a seat height of about 27.5 inches. 480 lbs and a low center of gravity. Uses 87 octane fuel and has shaft drive. I have been very happy with mine. Out of production since 2009 you can find them with low miles on CL. The throttle is responsive but not scary, but it is a powerful engine. Mid to low 13s in the quarter according to magazine tests. I just know I can spank the big Harleys I ride with, although it tops out around 90 because of it lower gearing. Anyways, I don't mess around much, I just enjoy riding in the mountains and highways. Never has a problem with altitude. Rep as very reliable, although they all develop a distinctive click due to forward cam chain stretch.

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