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murphyslaw1978 · 06-19-2007, 12:47 PM

I see quite a lot of C50, C90, etc. posts on here. Why? Is this just a Suzuki hangout or is there some reason why these bikes are better than the rest? In the car world, I favor Honda over Suzuki, but I'm sure that's apples & oranges.

**Clint** · 06-19-2007, 12:49 PM

We started out as a Suzuki site. Plus, these bikes are just very popular in the middleweight cruiser market.

Apertureguy · 06-19-2007, 01:04 PM

...and yeah...they are better.

murphyslaw1978 · 06-19-2007, 01:10 PM

Well, the Hayabusa is definately a show stopper, that's for sure.

My buddy rides an air-cooled Bandit and loves it. I think it's perfect for what it is.

But other Japanese makes have certain reputations Kawasaki = value & performance; Honda = reliability; BMW = distance; HD = raw. Just wondering if Suzuki has anything over the other brands.

**Clint** · 06-19-2007, 01:12 PM

All of the above.

Really, in comparing the big four (three), they're all very good. I wouldn't hesitate to buy from any of them.

Apertureguy · 06-19-2007, 01:12 PM

Best bang for the buck!

murphyslaw1978 · 06-19-2007, 01:19 PM

If you compare Wave Runners, for example, the Honda's are way too expensive, the SeaDoo's are not reliable, and the Kawasaki's are cheap are ridiculously fast. So Kawasaki owns that segment.

**Clint** · 06-19-2007, 01:27 PM

I find it quite narrow-minded to look that way at a manufacturer who produces such a wide range of engines, chassis, and vehicles. You simply can't generalize like that.

Incidentally, Wave Runner is a brand name. Let's call them PWC. You're not looking so much at a brand as at a model lineup which shares engine and hull architecture. You can't extrapolate those reputations to motorcycles.

rugerguy45 · 06-19-2007, 04:28 PM

Suzuki had what I was looking for when I bought mine. There are a lot of great bikes out there.

murphyslaw1978 · 06-22-2007, 09:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RowdyRed94

I find it quite narrow-minded to look that way at a manufacturer who produces such a wide range of engines, chassis, and vehicles. You simply can't generalize like that.

Incidentally, Wave Runner is a brand name. Let's call them PWC. You're not looking so much at a brand as at a model lineup which shares engine and hull architecture. You can't extrapolate those reputations to motorcycles.

Yes, technically "Wave Runner" is a brand name. Like Kleenex

. Although it might seem narrow-minded to categorize, that's what we all do when we start making comparisons to purchase a bike, a car, a PWC, whatever.

Interestingly, nobody has given me a compelling reason why they prefer Suzuki. I guess since that this started as a Suzuki forum, that explain it completely.

**Clint** · 06-22-2007, 12:45 PM

The answer to the original question was given in the first reply.

As for why any one of us chose a Suzuki - the reason is simple: Suzuki happens to make the model we prefer. No, most of us don't make that generalization. I shopped every major brand with equal interest, and of my last two choices, one was a Yamaha. Currently, I'm eyeing both a Honda and a Triumph. Don't assume we all have irrational brand loyalties. I assume most don't.

Rockhead · 06-22-2007, 01:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RowdyRed94

We started out as a Suzuki site.

I still have this site saved in the favorites as Suzuki Forum. I think it took me about six months of lurking around before posting here.

**intimid8er** · 06-22-2007, 03:06 PM

Somebody mentioned BMW=distance.

I've been hearing some ugly (unsubstantiated) rumors that the new[b]est[/] generation Beemer owners are holding on to them until their warranties run out and then dumping them. I can't back that up with fact or what have you. If anybody else wants to jump in on that statement feel free. I've heard it was the absolute newest iteration of the brand that has been problematic.

There again, it's only rumor, and I'm claiming I don't have proof, just wondering if anybody else has seen or heard about it?

PhotoJoe · 06-22-2007, 03:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by murphyslaw1978

If you compare Wave Runners, for example, the Honda's are way too expensive, the SeaDoo's are not reliable, and the Kawasaki's are cheap are ridiculously fast. So Kawasaki owns that segment.

I find your logic interesting...in a humorous way. On the west coast, Kawi does not own the market. I would honestly say it's pretty even. However, you describe several brands as "Wave Runner", but don't even mention Yamaha, who makes the real "Wave Runner". EVERY dealer I've talked to who carries multiple brands would prefer to sell SeeDoo's because it keeps their repair department busy, but would buy the Yamaha for their personal use because of their bulletproof motors and value for the dollar.

I didn't look to see where your from, but IN MY AREA, Kawi is a long way from owning that segment.

**Clint** · 06-22-2007, 04:08 PM

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Ext1jdh · 06-22-2007, 04:14 PM

do you even have a job?

**Clint** · 06-22-2007, 04:19 PM

I'm running three construction projects right now, contract to keys.

Ext1jdh · 06-22-2007, 04:22 PM

3 construction projects and you still have time to post 9 times per day...thats amazing.

JmalB · 06-25-2007, 05:08 AM

9 posts a day? Is that all?

Ext1jdh · 06-25-2007, 08:44 AM

Well, it's an average

06-19-2007, 12:47 PM	#1 (permalink)
murphyslaw1978 Seat Tester Joined: May 2007 Bike: 1999 Harley-Davidson Road King Classic Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 83	Why Suzuki? I see quite a lot of C50, C90, etc. posts on here. Why? Is this just a Suzuki hangout or is there some reason why these bikes are better than the rest? In the car world, I favor Honda over Suzuki, but I'm sure that's apples & oranges.

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intimid8er It's A Conspiracy Joined: May 2005 Bike: '06 XB12X Location: 30 41'47.99" N 83 11'26.54" W Hold My Beer Posts: 9,530	Somebody mentioned BMW=distance. I've been hearing some ugly (unsubstantiated) rumors that the new[b]est[/] generation Beemer owners are holding on to them until their warranties run out and then dumping them. I can't back that up with fact or what have you. If anybody else wants to jump in on that statement feel free. I've heard it was the absolute newest iteration of the brand that has been problematic. There again, it's only rumor, and I'm claiming I don't have proof, just wondering if anybody else has seen or heard about it? __________________ Song Pick of the Week 08/27 Deep Purple - Perfect Strangers <Insert nothing original in this space>

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Ext1jdh Top Gear ! Full Throttle! Joined: Apr 2005 Bike: Sold Location: Elgin, IL, US Posts: 5,222	3 construction projects and you still have time to post 9 times per day...thats amazing. __________________ I am lurking. I am likely to be eaten by a grue.

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Apertureguy Bridal Boutique Manager Joined: Jun 2006 Bike: 2006 Blue M50 Location: New York Posts: 3,054	...and yeah...they are better.

06-19-2007, 01:10 PM	#4 (permalink)
murphyslaw1978 Seat Tester Joined: May 2007 Bike: 1999 Harley-Davidson Road King Classic Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 83	Well, the Hayabusa is definately a show stopper, that's for sure. My buddy rides an air-cooled Bandit and loves it. I think it's perfect for what it is. But other Japanese makes have certain reputations Kawasaki = value & performance; Honda = reliability; BMW = distance; HD = raw. Just wondering if Suzuki has anything over the other brands.

06-19-2007, 01:12 PM	#6 (permalink)
Apertureguy Bridal Boutique Manager Joined: Jun 2006 Bike: 2006 Blue M50 Location: New York Posts: 3,054	Best bang for the buck!

06-19-2007, 01:19 PM	#7 (permalink)
murphyslaw1978 Seat Tester Joined: May 2007 Bike: 1999 Harley-Davidson Road King Classic Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 83	If you compare Wave Runners, for example, the Honda's are way too expensive, the SeaDoo's are not reliable, and the Kawasaki's are cheap are ridiculously fast. So Kawasaki owns that segment.

06-19-2007, 04:28 PM	#9 (permalink)
rugerguy45 Seat Tester Joined: Apr 2007 Bike: 04 VL800 Location: NM Posts: 84	Suzuki had what I was looking for when I bought mine. There are a lot of great bikes out there.

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