Anyones thoughts or opinions on these Cruisers

[SNAFU]

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[womper]

you threw your cat for this?



the problem with the entry level cruisers is that they are all pretty good bikes, each with their advantages and disadvantages...

let us know what you decided on

[hammersfan]

Originally Posted by inspiron

The obvious choice is the one that you feel most comfortable on...

But I would add that the Suzukis are tops in that class.

[sra4031]

Originally Posted by womper

the main reason i took the m50 over other bikes is for these reasons
comfort -- seemed comfortable
fitting -- fit like a glove
was 800c vtwin
was liquid cooled
was shaft driven
looks.

it called out to me.

Same here. I pick up my C50C today I was only looking so I can plan for my upgrade in two years, but once I sat on this bike I knew it was me. Like Womper says, fits like a glove. Love the way the handle bars feel the the extra room on the grips, and I look forward to that fuel injection over carb.

[geoffsimpson]

Originally Posted by hammersfan

But I would add that the Suzukis are tops in that class.

I don't know if they're "tops" but i will say that i have the smallest bike in the group i ride with (VTX1300s, V-Star1300's, 900 Kawi, etc...) and they all want to ride mine.

I have a soft spot for the C and M50, i think pound for pound, they're the best in class. Sure there are better bikes, but i really don't think you can find a pair of sturdy, reliable, fun machines with that displacement that handle/drive that well for the money.

[sra4031]

Well I love the C50 had things you normally have to buy the top end bikes to get, and prices right. FI for and example I did not see on any of the bikes I looked at in this class. I do see more and more bikes in this class going to shaft though.

Shaft driven, floor boards with heel toe, fuel injected, gas gauge and clock, Mag Wheels on the C50C, etc... You have to look at what the others offer and consider what is going to give you the safety you want and resale value as well.

[omegajim]

agree with the poster who said "tubeless tires" and the M50 as a choice.

one less thing to break.

[Oaksong]

M50 or the C50C. I can't fathom why so many bikes still have those ugly spokes. But hey, that is my style sense talking...

[sra4031]

Originally Posted by Oaksong

M50 or the C50C. I can't fathom why so many bikes still have those ugly spokes. But hey, that is my style sense talking...

C50C. I agree, I was shocked they are still using spoked. I like tubeless and no spoke adjustments.

[sra4031]

Picked up my C50C tonight, and I love it.

[clockdaddy]

The C50 is an excellent bike. A frien was talking to me yesterday and indicated that the jets in the carb are a bit small. He had the jets changed (everything else is stock) and his motor runs smoother and has actually increase his mpg. You might want to check this out!
Oh, by the way, I have the C50's big brother the C90 Intruder 1500. It's powerful, rides nice, looks nice but with only 38 mpg on the road, I wish I had a C50!!
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[Danthedawgfan]

I've riden 3 on your list. I own the M50 and LOVE IT! I met a guy just a few days ago with the C50 and I took it for a spin. Nice bike the seat is a little more comfortable than mine, but I like the looks of the M better. The Star 650 is a nice bike. A guy that I work with has one. It is suprising comfortable and is rather light, so if you are a smaller guy or girl this is a great bike for you. The M50 is going to be at the top of this list for me though. It has the aggressive styling that I like, and it handles very well in the corners. Good luck with which ever bike you decide on.

[noob95210]

Been on my New C50T for 2 weeks@ 650 miles. Fits me pretty good for 6'3" 300+lbs.
PLENTY of torque and horsepower to get 'us' going. You're right about the spokes Oaksong. That would be the one thing I would change. I have seen many posts complaining about the brakes on the C50T. I have not experienced any issues with the many idiots who look you straight in the eye and pull out in front of you....

[wwlaughlin]

How do the drum brakes handle (versus disc brakes) on the Suzuki? I have my choices narrowed down to three: Honda 1300, Suzuki M50/C50 or Kawasaki Vulcan 900. I'm concerned about the drum brakes on the Suzuki and the Swingarm rear suspension on the Kawasaki. Should these things actually be a concern?

[keylo4life]

GO Suzuki! You wont be disappointed. Almost any bike is a good bike but the Suzuki M50 or C50 will give you the bang for your buck, almost maintenance free, and fun to ride.

[sra4031]

Originally Posted by keylo4life

GO Suzuki! You wont be disappointed. Almost any bike is a good bike but the Suzuki M50 or C50 will give you the bang for your buck, almost maintenance free, and fun to ride.

You are not kidding about most bang for the buck. I still cannot believe all the extras Suzuki gives you for the same price of the other bikes. Man I am loving those floor boards, heel/toe shifter, fuel injection, and the way it takes the corners. The bike is very well balance and it actually feels lighter than it is because of the weight distribution.

I am loving my C50C alot more than I did my Shadow. I have not ran my Shadow all week so I got on it yesterday to run it through the neighborhood to keep the fluids circulated and the seals lubricated and I can tell a major difference.

[womper]

Originally Posted by wwlaughlin

How do the drum brakes handle (versus disc brakes) on the Suzuki? I have my choices narrowed down to three: Honda 1300, Suzuki M50/C50 or Kawasaki Vulcan 900. I'm concerned about the drum brakes on the Suzuki and the Swingarm rear suspension on the Kawasaki. Should these things actually be a concern?

honestly? the drum brakes suck monkey butt.
is it a concern? no. you shouldn't be using a lot of back brakes anyhow...

if you do, all that will happen is a lockup

i don't believe it should be a concern as the drum brake is powerful enough to lock up... which means it's at the maximum friction point.

ie: rear brakes don't matter much... they do help you stop faster (shorter distance) but it's not like if it was a disc at back that would make it better.

the m50/c50 is a budget cruiser that have a lot of bells and whistles.

1st things 1st... sit on the bikes. all of them. pick the one you like the best by looks and comfort. if you have a list of things you don't want, then compare the bikes some more.

i like the M50... like it a lot. but i won't go as far as say it's the bike you should get... everyone has their own reasons to get the bike of choice

whichever you get, happy riding

[buddy945]

Can't pass an opinion on the others, but I have a 2006 C50T, and like "McDonald's"---I'm Lovin' It!!!

[wildwolf]

Originally Posted by geoffsimpson

Sure there are better bikes, but i really don't think you can find a pair of sturdy, reliable, fun machines with that displacement that handle/drive that well for the money.

S50 handles even better. =o)

[clockdaddy]

When I first heard of a Suzuki Intruder I couldn't imagine a bike that'd be bigger that a Harley Ultra Classic, but, it is. Dressed out the same way the Intruder 1500LC is a fantastic ride for thousands less!


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