2015 Suzuki Boulevard S40 - Coolness Factor = 61.2%

[totalmotorcycle]

2015 Suzuki Boulevard S40 on the Total Motorcycle Cool Wall

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Timeless...

A timeless design that has remained strong over the years. The lightweight responsiveness of the Boulevard S40 enhances the amount joy you'll have cruising down the highway and beyond the city limits. The S40 utilizes a strong single-cylinder engine that provides exciting low-end to mid-range torque and rock solid reliability. At cruising speeds, you'll really appreciate the ride quality of the S40's suspension.

This gleaming beauty is what custom cruising all about. The SUZUKI BOULEVARD S40’s high torque, produced by its powerful engine, is fully utilized by a wide 5-speed transmission and low-maintenance belt drive. A large crankshaft delivers more stable power at low revs to ensuresmooth running. Narrow frame, teardrop-shape tank, and lots of chrome complete the custom-cruiser look.


2015 Suzuki Boulevard S40 - http://www.Totalmotorcycle.com USA Specifications/Technical Details
US MSRP Price: $5499 USD
Canada MSRP Price: $6199 CDN

ENGINE
Engine 652cc, 4-stroke, air-cooled, single cylinder, OHC
Bore x Stroke 94.0 mm x 94.0 mm (3.70 in x 3.70 in)
Fuel System MIKUNI BS40, single
Starter Electric
DRIVETRAIN
Transmission 5-speed constant mesh
Final Drive Belt drive
CHASSIS
Suspension Front Telescopic, coil spring, oil damped
Suspension Rear Swing arm type, coil spring, oil damped
Brakes Front Disc brake
Brakes Rear Drum brake
Tires Front 100/90-19 M/C 57H, tube type
Tires Rear 140/80-15 M/C 67H, tube type
Fuel Tank Capacity 2.8 US - Including Reserve
Color Candy Daring Red, Pearl Moon Stone Gray
ELECTRICAL
Ignition Electronic ignition (transistorized)
DIMENSIONSANDCURBWEIGHT
Overall Length 2180 mm (85.8 in)
Overall Width 720 mm (28.3 in)
Wheelbase 1480 mm (58.3 in)
Ground Clearance 135 mm (5.3 in)
Seat Height 700 mm (27.6 in)
Curb Weight 173 kg (381 lbs)
WARRANTY
Warranty 12 month unlimited mileage limited warranty.

[totalmotorcycle]

Well, it's definitely not the fastest, nor the newest cruiser on the boulevard, but it's definitely affordable and has almost 30 years of history behind it. I think the Savage 650/S40 has to be one of the longest running non-changed models ever. Just think how many new riders cut their teeth on these!

Timeless indeed.

Mike

[montanalifter]

Just before reading the above post I was thinking how it could use a couple of updates. Definitely a cool bike.

[faded sun]

I would have to ride one to give it an awesome, but I can definitely say 'cool' for it's looks and longevity as a model.

[totalmotorcycle]

I had to vote: Awesome.

It's awesome in a very special way that most bikes can't be, it's the door opener to an amazing motorcycling lifestyle. Easy to ride, easy to control, easy on the wallet, easy on the eye, heck it's even easy to work on/fix too.

Yes Suzuki could update it for sure, but some updates can ruin a good model too...

Power be dammed! It's just an amazing catalyst.

Mike

[sunshine229]

Sorry guys, I am not a fan of much other than the price. Square mirrors, chunky ugly seat, and unattractive tread pattern on those tires.... Uncool!

[totalmotorcycle]

2015 Suzuki Boulevard S40 - Coolness Factor = 61.2%
Featured: May 22nd, 2015 - May 29th 2015
Most popular vote category: Cool


Motorcycle Cool Wall discussion: viewtopic.php?f=61&t=51187
Total Motorcycle model page: http://www.totalmotorcycle.com/motorcyc ... rd-S40.htm

Your Coolness Factor of the 2015 Suzuki Boulevard S40 is:

Awesome (3 points) 24% 24% [ 5 ]
Cool (2 points) 48% 48% [ 10 ]
Uncool (1 point) 19% 19% [ 4 ]
Fail (0 point) 10% 10% [ 2 ]

Total votes: 21

= a Coolwall Factor of 61.9%

Notes: The Suzuki S40/Savage 650, a basic bike that ticks all the boxes, except one glaring negative observation by one of our moderators "unattractive tread pattern on those tires"... Suzuki, you NEED to do something about the appearance of those tires right away!


Get excited as the next TMW Cool Wall bike is now up for voting and discussion, have fun!

[Jarlaxle]

Fail. It is a shaky, cramped, hot, vibrating throwback to 1985 that does nothing well. My mother had one...its lone positive attribute is that small riders can handle it easily. It doesn't even have a fuel gauge.