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dertiedawg · 06-30-2005, 01:09 AM

I have been strongly considering the Blue M50 for about 2 months now. My wife has one request that I get something that is comfortable for her when riding with me. The M50 in my local dealer doesn't have a passenger seat. Did you all have to buy the passenger seat separately or did it come with the bike? Also is it comfortable for long rides. Zukidude, I like your passenger setup and I am wondering how your wife likes it. Does she go on long rides with you (2 or more hours)? Is there an aftermarket passenger seat or do I have to buy from Suzuki? Any help with this would be greatly appreciated.

chadrob30 · 06-30-2005, 05:46 AM

The seat should be there from the dealer floor....I guess they took theirs off to show what it would look like. I think the M50 looks great with the passenger "seat" gone, but wifey rides with me occasionally. The only thing I would change on mine is a small passenger backrest for her. Just a piece of mind that she won't tumble off the back should I have to blip the throttle to avoid a crash, etc....

Pinhy · 06-30-2005, 03:13 PM

im actually one of the ppl who lies my M with the rear set ON and i am one of the few (it seems) that doesnt have anyone riding with ever. go figure!

if i had to ride 2 up a lot though, i would get a backrest. my best friend is married and they used to ride without a backrest, but he said it is a world of difference (in a good way) once he got the backrest for her. he says it is easier to ride and control without her wrapped around him.

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chrome · 06-30-2005, 05:42 PM

dude don't take this the wrong way but it depends on how big you and your wife are.the bike has a G.V.W of about 970 lbs the bike its self is about 550lbs.so if you and your wife don't weigh more than 420lbs together it will be fine weight wise.my wife finds the back seat just fine.i am going to put on a back rest for her and a set of floorboards for her,that will make it more than comfortable for her.by the way i love the bike.hope this helps.

The BeatKat · 06-30-2005, 11:53 PM

I put on the short back rest (Suzuki's) and like the way it makes the rear end of the bike look...I ride my wife, but she says she'd like a wider seat for longer cruises, but she loves the "sissy" bar. The passenger seat is a bout half her butt size..lol. My only complaint is that even though she's only 5'4" she sits quite a bit higher than me and it's a bit unnerving as far as the handling goes...just takes some getting used to I guess. Luckily she's not "of large stature", if you get me drift...Also makes a nice post to wrap a knapsack with a Bungee until I find some saddlebags I like....even with break in riding technique the bike has plenty of power for two up though, and still handles really well.....

Zuki Dude · 07-01-2005, 12:20 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by The BeatKat

... I ride my wife ...

Me too!

I have taken the sissybar off because I like the look of the bike without it. It's relatively simple to install, so when my wife or son go with me (extreeeemely rare) I'll put it back on for the ride.

BeatKat, maybe you're slogan should be, "It's not WHAT you ride ... It's WHO your ride."

dertiedawg · 07-01-2005, 05:49 AM

My wife and I weez litl peepl. Im 5'5" hunerd thirty eight lbs and the wife is 5'0" hunerd ...... (I wont go there but less than me for sure) No offense taken "Chrome". The bike will be plenti powerful for us we're just concerned about comfort for her. The dealer says it does come with the rear seat (wifey's stacked out back so I guess she already has all the cushion she needz

) did I just say that

, they just took it off to show the sporti look. I agree with you "Pinhy" I kinda like the way it looks though with the passenger seat too and even with the sissy bar. Will get that for her too.

chadrob30 · 07-01-2005, 05:57 AM

Quote:

I ride my wife

Ditto!

conrad · 07-01-2005, 11:29 AM

How much has anyone paid for the Suzuki rear backrest (low)? Is the OEM backrest available anywhere else than dealers?

The BeatKat · 07-05-2005, 10:30 PM

I always felt the rear fender was too long and the sissy bar brings it into proportion for me...I paid 10% off list...(Expensive!!), but the quality is very high. Dealer parts.....exclusively I believe...

rappidrabbit · 07-06-2005, 12:30 AM

try oneida suzuki for back rest.....they have oem parts but might have to back order

conrad · 07-26-2005, 01:27 PM

I just installed the Suzuki OEM low backrest purchased from oneida suzuki for $100 less than list. Dealer was only giving 10 % off. After reading some of the horror stories about the installation, I was a bit skeptical. 30 minutes later I was out riding with the backrest installed. No problems at all. Just curious as to why the original bolts use Loctite and the longer bolts that come with the mounting kit don't. They don't mention using it in the instructions.

Nateinc · 07-26-2005, 02:13 PM

My wife complains about the back seat, she thinks its too hard for long rides. Shes 5'0'' and 120lbs. I put a sissy bar (short) on, the Marauder/ Volusia model, and she says that helps. She also doesn't like the fact that she can't see over me, I'm 5'7'', so she has to look to the side all the time.

conrad · 07-26-2005, 02:40 PM

I sat on the backseat and agree it is a bit hard and small especially on a longer ride. The wife however does like being able to sit more upright with the backrest and I like the fact that she doesn't have to lean so far forward anymore.

Fishpart · 07-26-2005, 04:20 PM

T-Shirt Back: If you can read this the Bit_h fell off.

Fishpart · 07-26-2005, 04:22 PM

CONRAD where did you buy the backrest?

blackie1491 · 07-26-2005, 07:31 PM

Oniedasuzuki.com

conrad · 07-27-2005, 08:38 AM

Ditto above.......had it in less than a week....the fender mounting brackets are also etched with the "Boulevard" logo....looks sharp.....just be sure you read their return policy, (I didn't), NO returns what so ever on helmets and apparel...I ordered 2 "Boulevard" 1/2 helmets and 1 is too big....Looks like I'm stuck with it...oh well...

conrad · 07-27-2005, 10:33 AM

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MagnumForce · 07-27-2005, 01:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by conrad

Ditto above.......had it in less than a week....the fender mounting brackets are also etched with the "Boulevard" logo....looks sharp.....just be sure you read their return policy, (I didn't), NO returns what so ever on helmets and apparel...I ordered 2 "Boulevard" 1/2 helmets and 1 is too big....Looks like I'm stuck with it...oh well...

You can always put it up on eBay or here on the swap meet section of the forums. What size is the larger helmet?

06-30-2005, 01:09 AM	#1 (permalink)
dertiedawg Newbie Joined: Jun 2005 Bike: V Star 1100 Custom Location: Cumming, GA Posts: 23	Riding 2 up I have been strongly considering the Blue M50 for about 2 months now. My wife has one request that I get something that is comfortable for her when riding with me. The M50 in my local dealer doesn't have a passenger seat. Did you all have to buy the passenger seat separately or did it come with the bike? Also is it comfortable for long rides. Zukidude, I like your passenger setup and I am wondering how your wife likes it. Does she go on long rides with you (2 or more hours)? Is there an aftermarket passenger seat or do I have to buy from Suzuki? Any help with this would be greatly appreciated.

06-30-2005, 11:53 PM	#5 (permalink)
The BeatKat In Training Joined: Jun 2005 Bike: Black M50 Location: Ct, USA Posts: 132	I put on the short back rest (Suzuki's) and like the way it makes the rear end of the bike look...I ride my wife, but she says she'd like a wider seat for longer cruises, but she loves the "sissy" bar. The passenger seat is a bout half her butt size..lol. My only complaint is that even though she's only 5'4" she sits quite a bit higher than me and it's a bit unnerving as far as the handling goes...just takes some getting used to I guess. Luckily she's not "of large stature", if you get me drift...Also makes a nice post to wrap a knapsack with a Bungee until I find some saddlebags I like....even with break in riding technique the bike has plenty of power for two up though, and still handles really well..... __________________ It's not WHAT you ride...It's THAT you ride.... '05 Black M50, Zuki inspired rear fender mod, LED license plate bolts (blue), Painted wheel weights black, leather lever covers, Low sissy bar and mounts, rear fender rack, partially debadged and dedecal'd

07-05-2005, 10:30 PM	#10 (permalink)
The BeatKat In Training Joined: Jun 2005 Bike: Black M50 Location: Ct, USA Posts: 132	I always felt the rear fender was too long and the sissy bar brings it into proportion for me...I paid 10% off list...(Expensive!!), but the quality is very high. Dealer parts.....exclusively I believe... __________________ It's not WHAT you ride...It's THAT you ride.... '05 Black M50, Zuki inspired rear fender mod, LED license plate bolts (blue), Painted wheel weights black, leather lever covers, Low sissy bar and mounts, rear fender rack, partially debadged and dedecal'd

07-06-2005, 12:30 AM	#11 (permalink)
rappidrabbit TurtleWax Taster Joined: Feb 2005 Bike: Suzuki C-50....2005 Location: New Mexico Posts: 580	try oneida suzuki for back rest.....they have oem parts but might have to back order __________________ My cat is meaner than yours Last edited by rappidrabbit; 07-06-2005 at 12:32 AM.

07-26-2005, 02:13 PM	#13 (permalink)
Nateinc Where Am I ? Joined: Jun 2005 Bike: M50 Black; 900 Eliminator Location: Bellevue, Nebraska Posts: 46	My wife complains about the back seat, she thinks its too hard for long rides. Shes 5'0'' and 120lbs. I put a sissy bar (short) on, the Marauder/ Volusia model, and she says that helps. She also doesn't like the fact that she can't see over me, I'm 5'7'', so she has to look to the side all the time. __________________ Nate

06-30-2005, 05:46 AM	#2 (permalink)
chadrob30 Sprocket Pilot Joined: May 2005 Bike: 2008 B-King Location: Fort Smith, Arkansas Posts: 818	The seat should be there from the dealer floor....I guess they took theirs off to show what it would look like. I think the M50 looks great with the passenger "seat" gone, but wifey rides with me occasionally. The only thing I would change on mine is a small passenger backrest for her. Just a piece of mind that she won't tumble off the back should I have to blip the throttle to avoid a crash, etc....

06-30-2005, 03:13 PM	#3 (permalink)
Pinhy Doesn't think you're funny Joined: Dec 2004 Bike: 05 Boulevard M50 Black Location: Tampa, FL Posts: 5,210	im actually one of the ppl who lies my M with the rear set ON and i am one of the few (it seems) that doesnt have anyone riding with ever. go figure! if i had to ride 2 up a lot though, i would get a backrest. my best friend is married and they used to ride without a backrest, but he said it is a world of difference (in a good way) once he got the backrest for her. he says it is easier to ride and control without her wrapped around him. .

06-30-2005, 05:42 PM	#4 (permalink)
chrome Seat Tester Joined: Jun 2005 Bike: 2005 suzuki M50 blue Location: Nova Scotia Canada Posts: 67	dude don't take this the wrong way but it depends on how big you and your wife are.the bike has a G.V.W of about 970 lbs the bike its self is about 550lbs.so if you and your wife don't weigh more than 420lbs together it will be fine weight wise.my wife finds the back seat just fine.i am going to put on a back rest for her and a set of floorboards for her,that will make it more than comfortable for her.by the way i love the bike.hope this helps.

07-01-2005, 05:49 AM	#7 (permalink)
dertiedawg Newbie Joined: Jun 2005 Bike: V Star 1100 Custom Location: Cumming, GA Posts: 23	My wife and I weez litl peepl. Im 5'5" hunerd thirty eight lbs and the wife is 5'0" hunerd ...... (I wont go there but less than me for sure) No offense taken "Chrome". The bike will be plenti powerful for us we're just concerned about comfort for her. The dealer says it does come with the rear seat (wifey's stacked out back so I guess she already has all the cushion she needz ) did I just say that , they just took it off to show the sporti look. I agree with you "Pinhy" I kinda like the way it looks though with the passenger seat too and even with the sissy bar. Will get that for her too.

07-01-2005, 11:29 AM	#9 (permalink)
conrad In Training Joined: Jun 2005 Bike: 2005 M50 Location: CT Posts: 118	How much has anyone paid for the Suzuki rear backrest (low)? Is the OEM backrest available anywhere else than dealers?

07-26-2005, 01:27 PM	#12 (permalink)
conrad In Training Joined: Jun 2005 Bike: 2005 M50 Location: CT Posts: 118	I just installed the Suzuki OEM low backrest purchased from oneida suzuki for $100 less than list. Dealer was only giving 10 % off. After reading some of the horror stories about the installation, I was a bit skeptical. 30 minutes later I was out riding with the backrest installed. No problems at all. Just curious as to why the original bolts use Loctite and the longer bolts that come with the mounting kit don't. They don't mention using it in the instructions.

07-26-2005, 02:40 PM	#14 (permalink)
conrad In Training Joined: Jun 2005 Bike: 2005 M50 Location: CT Posts: 118	I sat on the backseat and agree it is a bit hard and small especially on a longer ride. The wife however does like being able to sit more upright with the backrest and I like the fact that she doesn't have to lean so far forward anymore.

07-26-2005, 04:20 PM	#15 (permalink)
Fishpart Fourth gear and illegal Joined: Apr 2005 Bike: 2007 Harley Davidson Electa Glide Location: York, Pa Posts: 783	T-Shirt Back: If you can read this the Bit_h fell off.

07-26-2005, 04:22 PM	#16 (permalink)
Fishpart Fourth gear and illegal Joined: Apr 2005 Bike: 2007 Harley Davidson Electa Glide Location: York, Pa Posts: 783	CONRAD where did you buy the backrest?

07-26-2005, 07:31 PM	#17 (permalink)
blackie1491 I took the All Bran Challenge Joined: Jun 2005 Bike: C50SE Location: Aldergrove, B.C., Canada Posts: 7,335	Oniedasuzuki.com

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07-27-2005, 08:38 AM	#18 (permalink)
conrad In Training Joined: Jun 2005 Bike: 2005 M50 Location: CT Posts: 118	Ditto above.......had it in less than a week....the fender mounting brackets are also etched with the "Boulevard" logo....looks sharp.....just be sure you read their return policy, (I didn't), NO returns what so ever on helmets and apparel...I ordered 2 "Boulevard" 1/2 helmets and 1 is too big....Looks like I'm stuck with it...oh well...

07-27-2005, 10:33 AM	#19 (permalink)
conrad In Training Joined: Jun 2005 Bike: 2005 M50 Location: CT Posts: 118	. Last edited by conrad; 07-27-2005 at 01:19 PM.

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