Is The Boulevard S40 Big Enough For A Man? (Highway)

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  • @howardkey6152
    @howardkey6152 Жыл бұрын

    I went from a grom to a s40. It’s a huge upgrade. From going 50mph fully pinned to being able to hit 80mph with ease.

  • @JOHNWLOUCKS
    @JOHNWLOUCKS4 жыл бұрын

    great size for mostly everything. I know guys with big baggers that never go anywhere. This a great bike for taking all the back roads and enjoying biking. Simple is good.

  • @jwoz8517

    @jwoz8517

    Жыл бұрын

    Im trying to get started into riding motorcycles and I really like the astethic of this bike. It looks simple and awesome, not looking for something crazy fast or like a harley

  • @chuy5152

    @chuy5152

    Жыл бұрын

    Im thinking of getting an 04 savage 650. Is it really worth it?, i had a yamaha vstar, it was 650, pretty slow for me, is this faster? I know is lighter so im guessing it is and are they good on highways?

  • @jradish

    @jradish

    11 ай бұрын

    ​@@chuy5152no and no

  • @orionslaver432
    @orionslaver4326 жыл бұрын

    The V-Star 650 is a great bike and is rightly loved, but it's kind of big and has a shaft drive, which is good for being low maintenance, but causes the bike to lose a bit of power. The S40 is mechanicaly an extremely simple bike so it's easy for a beginner to work on. It's very light, nimble, easy to ride, and super reliable.It's perfect for beginners, people who want a bare-bones bike or as a platform for a custom project.

  • @orionslaver432

    @orionslaver432

    6 жыл бұрын

    I may have been a bit unclear when I said the V-Star 650 is kind of big. It's not a big bike - it's a big LEARNER'S bike. I don't know where you're from but here we have restrictions on which bikes learners can ride, and the V-Star is among the biggest. It's a great bike to learn on if you're hoping to one day move on to a bigger cruiser style motorcycle. There's a reason it's so popular - it'll teach you everything you need to know. Don't dismiss the S40, though. It's light, nimble and low maintenance, and its shorter wheel base makes it very easy to turn sharply while still being a cruiser.The belt drive is also something you'd be more likely to find on bigger cruisers, so it's good to get used to that. In the end the choice is yours. Both are great bikes and highly recommended to start on.

  • @jonneet2126

    @jonneet2126

    2 жыл бұрын

    The 650 V Star, of course, is long gone. Too bad.

  • @matthewhayden1918
    @matthewhayden19186 жыл бұрын

    Definitely big enough for the highway, this was my first bike and I put over 27,000 miles on it commuting on the highway. Great first bike because of how light, maneuverable, and easy to work on it is. I am about to upgrade to something bigger now, maybe a Honda Valkyrie gl1500 or a Indian Scout. The new scouts are sexy!

  • @94SexyStang

    @94SexyStang

    6 жыл бұрын

    yes, Def big enough for the highway...I jumped on the highway, ripped up to 75, passed a few people, and jumped Right off the highway.....sure maybe during Rushhour, people are Averaging around 80mph....THEN you'll feel like you need more power.....but honestly, most cruisers DO run out of steam around 90mph......

  • @hloper98
    @hloper983 жыл бұрын

    I actually went down to this. I got one for free off my mom because she's getting too old to ride. I had a vtx-1300 for a couple years, put 30,000 miles on it going all over California then got rid of it. I decided to commute with my mom's boulevard and just fell in love instantly. Im 6' and 230lbs and it still has plenty of power for me. It feels a little small but handles so great, has enough power to get me up to 90mph on freeway and is light enough to throw around any turn. Great starter bike, great commuter, and great if you just want to enjoy a curvy back road.

  • @claycarley9201
    @claycarley92013 жыл бұрын

    I remember seeing the Savage at the dealer back in the 90s; my Dad ended up purchasing the Intruder 800 but to me, there's an appeal to having something different. That giant 650 single is a little different and I think pretty sweet. That S40 sounded pretty good in the video! Still, I hardly ever see any of these Suzuki cruisers around...

  • @MrBiggles53

    @MrBiggles53

    3 жыл бұрын

    I’ve got an 83 Suzuki GS650 GL kitted out for touring - or shopping!

  • @nathanducharme5697

    @nathanducharme5697

    Жыл бұрын

    I own one oh these, they have flaws but still great

  • @jasonbentley9968
    @jasonbentley99682 жыл бұрын

    I wouldn't just say its a good starter bike (which it is), I'd say its a good bike full stop. I've had mine coming up to 2 years now, and I must say, I love it. Yes, there's been times where it would have been nice to have an extra gear for highway speeds, but its a great all-rounder. Still big enough to hang out with the bigger boys, but also nimble enough to zip through cities and towns with ease. Plus, it sounds mean when you put a Screamin' Eagle II on

  • @bitronic1
    @bitronic14 жыл бұрын

    i think this is a HUGE step up from the grom, the grom cant get on the highway, this thing can lol

  • @TheBudgonmad
    @TheBudgonmad Жыл бұрын

    I just bought an 07 boulevard S40. I haven't ridden in probably 20 years or so. This bike is perfect for someone easing back into riding or for the first time rider. I don't think I'll ever sell it tho. I do love this bike.

  • @dmoore0079
    @dmoore00793 жыл бұрын

    Think I found my 1st bike. Love the fact that it's a smaller bike with some displacement - even if it's just a single thumper. I built a motorized bicycle with lights, speedometer/tach, etc but it's a 70cc 2 stroke that has to wind up pretty hard just to do 35mph. Would be nice to be able to keep up effortlessly no matter where I'm riding.

  • @raycycleit8311
    @raycycleit83116 жыл бұрын

    Cool info. Thanks for sharing.

  • @sethsummer4743
    @sethsummer47433 жыл бұрын

    Im a smaller dude im like 5'7 ish and this bike is great, its the one I learned on and I still ride it almost everyday

  • @Pusfilth

    @Pusfilth

    3 жыл бұрын

    Little fella

  • @bpkmm3048
    @bpkmm30484 жыл бұрын

    We have 2 S40's! She has a 2005. 71 years old and sold her Softail Slim. Too heavy for her now. Mine is a 2007. I sold my Road King. We live in the Florida Keys and speed limits are perfect for this bike. Lots of gravel parking lots make a light bike easier to ride.

  • @kcouch3605
    @kcouch36054 жыл бұрын

    Your talk on starting with a grom and moving to a s40 is exactly what I did. I will tell it felt like a step up 100%. So funny you say that

  • @yoyodunno

    @yoyodunno

    4 жыл бұрын

    Same here, was a big step up and I'm glad I did

  • @celtfire

    @celtfire

    2 жыл бұрын

    Same here too. Got a 2021 Grom then a 2008 S40... lol 😆🤣

  • @happychick5052

    @happychick5052

    2 жыл бұрын

    I went from a TW200 yaha and it is a big step up for me to a 650cc

  • @melissasadler9240
    @melissasadler92403 жыл бұрын

    So yeah I'm stepping up from the rebel and was looking for more power but still light weight for a short girl like me, thanks for the ride 🏍

  • @navairman1
    @navairman14 жыл бұрын

    You are the only motorcyclist I have ever seen that doesn't gear down to decelerate.

  • @fishingbud1

    @fishingbud1

    3 жыл бұрын

    Nah bruh. A lot of people coast and brake.

  • @borisgraell

    @borisgraell

    3 жыл бұрын

    What's better?

  • @Misanthropic9294

    @Misanthropic9294

    3 жыл бұрын

    Gearing down is better as it allows the engine to do the braking rather than burn out your disks. Especially so if riding off road

  • @gerdz101

    @gerdz101

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@borisgraell There are pros and cons to engine braking. One con is you don't really activate your breaks hence your break lights dont turn on. And drivers behind you won't notice you are actually braking and have a chance to rear end you. One pro of engine braking is you save you braking disks.

  • @borisgraell

    @borisgraell

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@gerdz101 could the engine be damaged by engine braking? What about both at the same time, engine and pad braking?

  • @tyrssen1
    @tyrssen16 жыл бұрын

    Short form answer: Hell Yeah. Rode mine back and forth between Daytona and Savannah many times. Not quick or fast, but it's definitely big enough. Considerably bigger than the 250 Rebel; I owned one of those too. It just doesn't FEEL that much bigger. it ain't much on the freeway; it needs more cam. Mine benefited from a Mikuni flat-slide carb and Sportster muffler ... but it still needed more cam. If ya search, one might still be available; not a lot of aftermarket for this bike.

  • @keenan368
    @keenan3686 жыл бұрын

    I took one of these from Denver to North Platt Nebraska and back in November of 09 without good gear. You don't know Pain! lol, Love this channel.

  • @Gonzo.S.Thompson

    @Gonzo.S.Thompson

    3 жыл бұрын

    Glutton for punishment.

  • @bshocks

    @bshocks

    3 жыл бұрын

    I know two guys Harry and Lloyd who took a 25 mL scooter from West Nebraska all the way to Aspen Colorado… That was punishment!

  • @brockgumpf9841
    @brockgumpf98413 жыл бұрын

    I own one of these, it’s a great little bike. Their tough and a lot of fun for a new rider

  • @michellericard4850
    @michellericard48504 жыл бұрын

    I had a 1996 Suzuki Savage for like 10yrs. I just got rid of it a couple months ago and got a 2002 Honda Sabre VT1100C2. I upgraded. But I loved that Savage, I put a ton of miles on it too.

  • @dougest6578
    @dougest65784 жыл бұрын

    I had one a long time ago. I’m 6ft, seemed a little short in legroom for me, but I got by ok. Good power and low maintenance. Belt drive, no messy oiling. Was fun to ride. Low to the ground seemed going faster then actually going. I would think of getting another one.

  • @owhebitme.5343

    @owhebitme.5343

    4 жыл бұрын

    Doug Est Do you have any recommendations for tall beginner riders

  • @Brandtalones

    @Brandtalones

    Жыл бұрын

    Hi... I'm looking at one of these. How did you find the forward-positioned foot pegs and controls? I've never ridden a bike like this and wondered if the pegs were instinctual to use after a time. Thanks... B

  • @mark52111
    @mark521116 жыл бұрын

    Cool looking bike and very affordable. This is a “sleeper” bike. I believe it is better than a Rebel but more affordable. People in my area quite often mark up Rebels by $500 to a 1k above market value. Not so with S40’s. If it had fuel injection, I’d have one. I’d really like to avoid carb cleaning and carb rebuild projects which I fear are inevitable with our gas containing 10% ethanol.

  • @deltabluesdavidraye

    @deltabluesdavidraye

    5 жыл бұрын

    Mark M Ethanol keeps your engine and carb cleaner than non Ethanol gas.

  • @stephenmaurer7008

    @stephenmaurer7008

    3 жыл бұрын

    If you are running ethanol gas..try Phase guard 4 made by CRC and add this to the gas or 91 octane marine gas for your bike.

  • @JesseS.

    @JesseS.

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@deltabluesdavidraye it eats your seals

  • @deltabluesdavidraye

    @deltabluesdavidraye

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@JesseS. Nonsense i have a 2001 v star 250 always did burn gasahol runs great still.

  • @deltabluesdavidraye

    @deltabluesdavidraye

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@JesseS. I burn gasahol in every motorcycle and car i own and it keeps the combustion chamber clean.No problems.Way more problems from leaded gas back in the day.

  • @alainremi267
    @alainremi2673 жыл бұрын

    "Nothing to counterbalance..." I thought Suzuki had built a counterweight to reduce vibration at low rev? I didn't have one but two Suzuki "Savage" with a Yamaha 535cc in between. Since I had a 650cc BMW Scarver & I'm now riding a Yamaha MT03 660cc mono cylinder. I loved the Suzuki & as I'm getting 74, I think I might end my rider life with a third Suzuki Boulevard 40. It's the perfect city bike with its KISS design (Keep It Simple, Stupid!). Single cylinder, carb & above all a belt instead of a chain! Dream bike for a lazy old fart like me, provided you check oil level & do the normal maintenance. Also, my wife loved it with its backrest & relaxed position...

  • @crominion6045
    @crominion60455 жыл бұрын

    Question for any who've ridden both version: is there any advantage to the 5 speed over the older 4 speed model? Does 5th act as an overdrive at freeway/interstate speeds, or did they just shuffle the ratios around so you have to shift once more?

  • @Dr_Reason

    @Dr_Reason

    2 жыл бұрын

    In the day, the magazines said the fifth was a much improved overdrive and the old 4 speed revved really high and was not smooth above 60 MPH. I have only ridden the 5 speed.

  • @crominion6045

    @crominion6045

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@Dr_Reason Thank you. 👍

  • @craigpate4140
    @craigpate41402 жыл бұрын

    I’m a new rider and this is what I bought. It’s great to learn on. I am loving it.

  • @ramiaweis3276

    @ramiaweis3276

    Жыл бұрын

    How is it for highway speeds and driving?

  • @s.T.c.3
    @s.T.c.33 жыл бұрын

    I currently have a, 2001 Ls650 and I love it !!!

  • @buffalodebill7986
    @buffalodebill7986 Жыл бұрын

    Suzuki Savage LS 650 P was my first "big" bike, and it served me well for almost three seasons. It's really light (173 kg dry weight), provides enough torque and power for cruising rural roads at 80 kmph as well as for riding highways (comfort level at 120 kmph is yet acceptable) and requires very little to no maintenance. I still have that one of mine and one day, I might get it back to operational state, just for fun 🙂

  • @edwinkubena9944
    @edwinkubena99445 жыл бұрын

    S40 great little bike have 40k miles on mine Fork seals 2x. Tires too many to count Cam chain adjuster put in modded adjuster Carb rebuilt once Funnest bike I have I run the dog out of it Got it cheap a fun get me to work bike love it! By the way Praise The Lord!

  • @ACommenterOnYouTube
    @ACommenterOnYouTube Жыл бұрын

    i like my S40, can ride it for HOURS

  • @banjopatterson3574
    @banjopatterson35742 жыл бұрын

    Just bought one to make my first Bobber! Absolutely best canvas to work on, customise and just simply pleasing!

  • @jimcrackery8321

    @jimcrackery8321

    2 жыл бұрын

    That's what I'm thinking too. I wanted a honda ruckus to buzz around the beach but I feel like pulling out in traffic on a main road(55mph) would be a little sketchy since the top speed is around 35-40 mph. This bike seems like it would give you a similar feeling of a small bike but would give you the power needed to feel safer. I also agree about it being a really cool platform for building a bobber. There are some really cool pics online of these bikes. I'm seriously thinking of cutting and stretching the frame and making it a hard tail/ridged. It would give your legs a little more 'breathing room.' Good luck on your build and be safe! :)

  • @girthquake9655

    @girthquake9655

    2 жыл бұрын

    that's debatable. the Yamaha xs650, Harley sportster or any Honda cb is the best canvas to work on. imo

  • @banjopatterson3574

    @banjopatterson3574

    2 жыл бұрын

    Single Thumper, Carb, Air Cooled. These things have made life easy to pick up the basic mechanical side of things. I would not say no to any bikes mentioned above either, who knows what the future holds! For now, I'm in Winter hibernation and just ordered a Springer for Suzie, she's in the shed without her front end, waiting patiently!

  • @bluepeter1519

    @bluepeter1519

    8 ай бұрын

    I agree ,did that myself ,easy job and looks great imo😊

  • @michaeledwards8051
    @michaeledwards80514 жыл бұрын

    Looking for a first motorcycle. I luv the mechanical simplicity. 1 bbl, 1 carb.. make it a 1 seater bobber. An owner & $50 tools can maintain

  • @davidday2965
    @davidday29653 жыл бұрын

    I want to see how it went on the freeway before I buy the one I am looking at but the video cut off

  • @andrewholland21
    @andrewholland215 жыл бұрын

    Just bought a 2002 savage650 5,000 miles and paid $800 bucks. I’m a pretty average sized guy. 5’10 180 and it’ll do highway speeds pretty easily. I’ll be doing 60 in 5th and still have plenty more if I need it. So far I love it. Enough power to get anywhere but small and forgiving enough for a beginner. Great bike and you can find great deals on them.

  • @LloydBlake89
    @LloydBlake892 жыл бұрын

    I just got a rebel to learn on I am getting very comfortable and want something with a little more power would this be a smooth transition

  • @charlyfritsche
    @charlyfritsche4 жыл бұрын

    Got a s40 awhile back after my dad could no longer ride I did some mods sofar it's such a easy bike to work on i love it and am glad I got it over my brother's

  • @nicklabella9581

    @nicklabella9581

    3 жыл бұрын

    Do you love pulling the tank just to get at the spark plugs

  • @1800BusterCheeks
    @1800BusterCheeks4 жыл бұрын

    Looks fun!

  • @ronaldodomacena9347
    @ronaldodomacena93474 жыл бұрын

    good for a commuter bike it has all them torque down low, the seat and riding posture is comfortable, good on gas

  • @tylerc8273
    @tylerc82736 жыл бұрын

    Every video i watch I expect to hear "Sorry to interrupt the test drive.." Its gonna be weird after the give away lol

  • @fakebrake
    @fakebrake6 жыл бұрын

    Cool channel brother!

  • @Murkcity11207
    @Murkcity112072 жыл бұрын

    I wasn’t expecting the words of wisdom in the beginning but that was really appreciated! Haha

  • @gregbaksh3373
    @gregbaksh33734 жыл бұрын

    Me and my bro are looking into buying one of these man, I love these cruisers.

  • @chanceblevins6682
    @chanceblevins66823 жыл бұрын

    You can call it entry level if you want. But I like lightweight cruisers. Thumpers are easy to work on. You dont have to sync carbs or take too much apart to fix it.

  • @maximumrpm1868
    @maximumrpm1868 Жыл бұрын

    I have had one for 1 session I love it I have been writing for a few years now. On a different bike this one I definitely enjoy more however i will say it does lack a little bit in top and an acceleration. It is still A-blast and I love it

  • @mayesfoster4573
    @mayesfoster45733 жыл бұрын

    I bought a new 2018 leftover,just waiting for dealer to deliver.i plan on taking it to work once a week to save on gas plus my Harley is too loud as I leave for work around 5am

  • @giovanniperea8731
    @giovanniperea87313 ай бұрын

    Lol I really appreciate you making this video I own a 2003 s40 it's my first bike I got when I was 18 19 now working on her to go fast because it's not about the best bike it's about how much I really cherish her and she's my first.

  • @my2cents395
    @my2cents3956 ай бұрын

    There is something to be said for being able to use all of the power. They may laugh at you but deep inside you can laugh at them.

  • @ACommenterOnYouTube
    @ACommenterOnYouTube Жыл бұрын

    Light weight, very comfortable and gets the job done 👍🏾

  • @moustachio334
    @moustachio3342 жыл бұрын

    Probably going to be my second first bike (had a knee injury years ago and sold my first bike). I love air cooled engines and eventually want to work up to having a CB1100 but the S40 has a lot of character and a little more power than the bike I used to have.

  • @moustachio334

    @moustachio334

    2 жыл бұрын

    Although I wish they made a bigger displacement TU250 like a TU with a 650 twin or single.

  • @michaelbenna1089
    @michaelbenna10892 жыл бұрын

    I'm 6'3 and lanky, looking for a good beginner cruiser for my height. I tried riding a rebel but was pretty tight. Would this bike fit me better?

  • @Slacksfifth
    @Slacksfifth6 жыл бұрын

    I'm considering purchasing an S40 boulevard for my first bike. I'm 6'5 440 lbs. Hope it works out since it's an entry level, can't be that bad.

  • @johnnyboyrockin4324

    @johnnyboyrockin4324

    6 жыл бұрын

    Doom Guy haha

  • @artwooden

    @artwooden

    6 жыл бұрын

    As a "big boy" rider, 6 ft 420 lbs. and a past owner of a dozen bikes, the issue I would have with an S40 is seat height for a beginner. I weighted 305 when I bought a ft500 Ascot single and loved the bike, 50 mpg, would run 105 (indicated) on a mile run with me lying on the tank. I have had 2 1520 Valkyries, a gold wing standard 1984, and 2 Intruder 1500's and a Kawa Voyager 1200 dresser. I saw a 500 lb 6'10 guy on a big block Boss Hoss in Daytona, he still looked big for the bike--LOL I would recommend a gl1200 interstate, or a Voyager 1200 for a beginner rider that size, lose the rear box to make getting on and off easier, lowers the center of gravity a bit ---and at approximately 80 hp flywheel, they would be safe on the expressway. I loved my Intruder 1500's, but only 50 hp and quite a shaker--the vibration gets old after a couple of hours--but a great bar hopper bike!!! Ride single only until you are comfortable with bikes, size, wt, practiced emergency braking and learned with the hell "counter steering" is all about!!! Best of luck.

  • @pauld.b7129

    @pauld.b7129

    5 жыл бұрын

    Youll feel big on it but it is an awesome bike. The yamaha vstar 650 or the honda shadows are easy to find used and cheap to learn on. And they feel much bigger without really having alot more power. Honestly the vstar classic is a big feeling bike you could stay on for years and its stilll really light and the power wont suprise you

  • @deltabluesdavidraye

    @deltabluesdavidraye

    5 жыл бұрын

    Trisdoo o You way to big

  • @godhere6459

    @godhere6459

    5 жыл бұрын

    your 300b to big..

  • @djay6651
    @djay66513 жыл бұрын

    If it ain't big enough, chop the rear off and stretch it with a hard tail. I have an '01 Rebel that had 4100~ miles. I put 400~ on it before I had to tear into it and rebuild the forks, carb and the wiring on the rear lights.

  • @owhebitme.5343
    @owhebitme.53434 жыл бұрын

    Do u have a picture of ur self on the bike? Cause I’m looking for a beginner cruiser for a young 6’0 rider

  • @pointblank6777
    @pointblank67773 жыл бұрын

    trying to get a first bike is this an okay size for someone thats over 6 foot tall ?

  • @JohnBraman413
    @JohnBraman4134 жыл бұрын

    any difference in specs with the ls650 or s40?

  • @jamesonlange7723
    @jamesonlange77236 жыл бұрын

    I just subbed! Love the fact you had a verse at the start of the video. Perfect way to start anything. Blessings brother!

  • @tyrssen1
    @tyrssen13 жыл бұрын

    Short answer, yes. Some rider pegs would be nice, to let ya stretch out a bit; but I rode my Savage between Savannah and Daytona several times, no problem.

  • @stephenmaurer7008
    @stephenmaurer70084 жыл бұрын

    Looks like a great starter bike? I have seen them used on craigslist for 1000 to 1500 dollars. I'm sure you could sell it in a year or two for around the same price you payed??

  • @lloydsplace101
    @lloydsplace1013 жыл бұрын

    i compare mine to my old 68 bonneville in the 70s..love it it rides better than the old bonny. camparing it to a rebel is ridiculous. it has the same physical size as a sportster 883 or 1200. it cruises at 70 all day long. we need to quit saying they are beginners bikes or girl bikes. theyre just motorcycles of another size

  • @michaelyoung7911
    @michaelyoung791111 ай бұрын

    My favorite part of the video is you reading the verse! Great video

  • @ohmygoditsyomamma
    @ohmygoditsyomamma6 жыл бұрын

    These bikes are the epitome of simple

  • @chanceblevins6682
    @chanceblevins66827 ай бұрын

    Advantage of a thumper is that it's easy to fix. 1 carburetor you don't have to sync them

  • @mrogdensir
    @mrogdensir5 жыл бұрын

    I was waiting for him to ride on the highway. WTF?

  • @just-dl

    @just-dl

    4 жыл бұрын

    highways and interstates aren't the same thing all over the country. partially technical distinction, partially local usage of terms. I think, but won't swear to it, that high ways are divided and limited access roadways. Google defines it: "a main road, especially one connecting major towns or cities." that seems a bit vague, though.

  • @junior-hk2jt
    @junior-hk2jt Жыл бұрын

    I love my 650 in town, got the c50 for longer rides

  • @alexsimpson715
    @alexsimpson7153 жыл бұрын

    Do the brake lock up easy?

  • @charliewilcher4916
    @charliewilcher49165 жыл бұрын

    Me i have a 01 650 savage love it but have to get a few things done

  • @wranglercody8422
    @wranglercody84225 жыл бұрын

    I got a s50 with is a 800cc. great bike, got plenty of get up and go but it’s not way overpowered.

  • @advicer1

    @advicer1

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thinking of getting the same. What's your experience with the bike so far?

  • @pitergriffin01
    @pitergriffin013 жыл бұрын

    the things that troubles me is the horsepower: it's got just 30, which for a 650cc is a very small amount, in comparison the 535cc virago has 10 more; either way I'm gonna choose between these two

  • @VinEllis

    @VinEllis

    2 жыл бұрын

    That’s because it’s a single cylinder engine while the virago is a v-twin

  • @ThisLyfeOfMyne
    @ThisLyfeOfMyne4 күн бұрын

    My coworker has one for his daughter and i rode it and im 6' 3" and my legs were super cramped. But could also be a different seat setup. Definitely quick for a little single cruiser.

  • @kerry_yeieh16
    @kerry_yeieh165 жыл бұрын

    I might get the S40 tomorrow! It'll be my first motorcycle

  • @kerry_yeieh16

    @kerry_yeieh16

    5 жыл бұрын

    Matt Higgins I’m planning on taking the msf course when I have time off! I ended up purchasing a 2009 883 xl custom with less than 2000 miles and I love it

  • @memelove9838

    @memelove9838

    3 жыл бұрын

    I’m planning on getting a s40 tomorrow myself (four years later) did you grab yours?

  • @sambland3903

    @sambland3903

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@memelove9838 How's the new bike going man?

  • @memelove9838

    @memelove9838

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@sambland3903 love it! I’m a Honda motorcycle guy but this bike gets off nicely!

  • @sambland3903

    @sambland3903

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@memelove9838 Good to hear man. Im tempted to get one too. Affordable, easy to maintain and modify. Reliable I've heard. A great beginners bike.

  • @robmorgan2518
    @robmorgan25182 жыл бұрын

    I have a 1988 savage and to be honest one of the most fun bikes I have ever rode plan on keeping it for long time

  • @sharistark2507
    @sharistark25076 жыл бұрын

    Great video. I'm brand new to riding. I think this is the bike for me.

  • @Larrs
    @Larrs2 жыл бұрын

    Are you comparing it to a rebel 300 or 500

  • @terracethornhill
    @terracethornhill6 жыл бұрын

    The way I see that bike, if you're a small person and you want a cruiser that's manageable and still has a decent amount of power, maybe you've been riding a Rebel and you want to upgrade without getting a huge bike, it's a good choice. Single cylinder bikes are cheaper to maintain too.

  • @fat-boyzstudios5654
    @fat-boyzstudios56543 жыл бұрын

    “Might be a step up but not much”. Yeah, going from a 125cc to a 650cc. “Not much”. I think this whole “manly man” shit in the biking world is kinda toxic to new people just wanting to get around

  • @MrMoneyHelper

    @MrMoneyHelper

    3 ай бұрын

    I commute 40 miles a day on a 125 cc scooter. One road is 50 mph. I might get a bigger motorcycle so that I could travel on the Interstate highways around town at 70 mph. A 650 cc motorcycle would be plenty for such a task. Lighter is better and always has been.

  • @MizMods
    @MizMods5 жыл бұрын

    Love your videos man, don't listen to all these negative Nancys in the comments. Keep it man. God Bless.

  • @Itsjake908

    @Itsjake908

    4 жыл бұрын

    Swervin Skirvin LoL 👍🏼

  • @Moto_Bub
    @Moto_Bub Жыл бұрын

    I have one of these but it’s a custom bobber fully custom. It’s fun.

  • @shanew3293
    @shanew32933 жыл бұрын

    I had one..good Bike but really needs better handlebars (the oem is too narrow)

  • @nelsonphilip4520
    @nelsonphilip452029 күн бұрын

    Sean, I like what you Preach! The Savage is a Revelation! It is an alpha & omega bike. It's very user friendly for a beginner or alpha rider. And it's ideal for an older & experienced or omega rider who still wants to ride but could do without the bulk & weight of a cruiser, bagger or a very tall adventure type bike.

  • @kenadams3951
    @kenadams39514 жыл бұрын

    thanks for words of wisdom. Im down around Red Lion one day I'll stop by..

  • @Sig721Tau

    @Sig721Tau

    4 жыл бұрын

    Wisdom and religion don't go together, friend. Sorry...

  • @kenadams3951

    @kenadams3951

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@Sig721Tau Travelin Ted how about you go F your self.

  • @vansantsam
    @vansantsam2 жыл бұрын

    It is big enough for a man - consider this.. Harley Davidson 883 Sportster, is 2 inches longer, seat height is about the same, but weights 200lbs more than the Suzuki (580lbs vs 380lbs).. Carburetor version of the Sportser develops 45 foot pounds of torque (newer fuel injection versions about 50).. Suzuki develops 37 foot pounds of torque.. I am not sure what RPM the Sportster reaches top torque, but the Suzuki reaches 37 foot pounds of torque at around 3400 RPM - which means that just off idle you probably have around 1/2 or around 18 or 19 which is plenty to move the 380 lbs (meaning that you don't have to rev the daylights out of it to get moving).. The weight to torque ratio is about 12lbs per 1 foot pounds of torque for the Sportster and about 10 lbs for the Suzuki - so the Suzuki has a better power/torque to weight ratio.. I have not tried it, but I would venture to say that you can lug the Suzuki down lower in a higher gear and accelerate on upwards without it bucking or stalling.. Which means you don't have to scramble to downshift if you happen to be in a taller gear (this is a benefit for everyone including beginners).. There is just something magical about a single cylinder thumper that just can't be explained, but fun to experience..

  • @kvpx4398
    @kvpx43983 жыл бұрын

    I have the same bike but I don’t know what speed to shift

  • @farmerbobbygrows3338
    @farmerbobbygrows33382 жыл бұрын

    Man that thumper sounds nice

  • @manuelgreiling6746
    @manuelgreiling67463 жыл бұрын

    Less cylindres more fun! Bought another one. Greets from Germany.

  • @shelbyfowler8946
    @shelbyfowler89464 жыл бұрын

    Is this a Japanese version of the Royal Enfield ? Does it vibrate like the Enfield?

  • @davidharris5795
    @davidharris57955 жыл бұрын

    Quit logging it, keep the r's up.

  • @kathycarkhuff830
    @kathycarkhuff8304 жыл бұрын

    I road my 2014 from colorado to california

  • @iii3y3iii

    @iii3y3iii

    3 жыл бұрын

    Did you have a windshield? If so how much was it?

  • @joeq.public281

    @joeq.public281

    3 жыл бұрын

    That's insane.

  • @arcticgummibear4500
    @arcticgummibear45004 ай бұрын

    do you get the death wobble on this hog?

  • @seH2i
    @seH2i6 жыл бұрын

    S40 Project Bike, Bobber-Rat?

  • @dennisschell5543
    @dennisschell55434 жыл бұрын

    It certainly lugs good, you've shown that!!! 😨

  • @OccultEngineering

    @OccultEngineering

    3 жыл бұрын

    Yeah they don't like being lugged on as hard as this guy was. That poor connecting rod 😢.

  • @jerrybriardy
    @jerrybriardy Жыл бұрын

    I've been thinking of getting one of these because they are simple, easy to work on, low maintenance. But I'm a big guy. I don't know if it is big enough to be comfortable. This guy doesn't address that very well in this video.

  • @homebrewznz3482
    @homebrewznz34826 жыл бұрын

    Gloves are recommended

  • @junior-hk2jt
    @junior-hk2jt Жыл бұрын

    Absolute joy in the city,Love my bully!

  • @SuperThatguylol
    @SuperThatguylol5 жыл бұрын

    Im currently riding a scooter and looking to step into bikes lol XD your right.

  • @mikeysmith3755

    @mikeysmith3755

    4 жыл бұрын

    morebak

  • @Voltomess

    @Voltomess

    3 жыл бұрын

    and? did you get any ?

  • @chanceblevins6682

    @chanceblevins6682

    3 жыл бұрын

    Coming from scooters its best to work your way in power.

  • @thomashalley7258

    @thomashalley7258

    3 жыл бұрын

    If you like the storage space of the scooter I'd just get a bigger scooter unless you already ride a big one.

  • @lostmysoultoday9005
    @lostmysoultoday90056 жыл бұрын

    I have carpal tunnel syndrome in left hand, very sensitive to handle bar vibration. Can any body tell me if this bike vibrates a lot, particularly on the handle bar at 100 kph (62 mph)

  • @pacotorro6

    @pacotorro6

    5 жыл бұрын

    Lostmysoul Today realmente no vibra

  • @wickedleeloopy2115

    @wickedleeloopy2115

    4 жыл бұрын

    Get yourself a twin.

  • @ScaramouchedaVinci
    @ScaramouchedaVinci4 жыл бұрын

    I like the motorcycle, even though I'm with 6,2 too big for it. Also the smooth sound. Maybe I can do a bobber seat on it and move it to the back?

  • @benjamindraper6358

    @benjamindraper6358

    3 жыл бұрын

    I'm 6'2" and ride comfortable with a stock seat and 10" z-bars

  • @laurengreen1231

    @laurengreen1231

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@benjamindraper6358 My boyfriend is 6'3 and he fits alright stock. move the seat back 2 inches and your golden.

  • @j887276
    @j8872764 жыл бұрын

    No such thing as a bike that's "to small for a man"

  • @jacksonkrebbs2003

    @jacksonkrebbs2003

    3 жыл бұрын

    I’m 6’4”, long trips on a small bike, riding in the squat position - because it’s so short - is pretty uncomfortable.

  • @ellistomago3369

    @ellistomago3369

    3 жыл бұрын

    Kawasaki Eliminator 125

  • @fat-boyzstudios5654

    @fat-boyzstudios5654

    3 жыл бұрын

    Jackson Krebbs then change the peg position dude. There’s nothing wrong with the length of the bike.

  • @ethanmeloncolliecaravan

    @ethanmeloncolliecaravan

    3 жыл бұрын

    I rode a tiny little cbr125 for my first bike. it only had a top speed of like 75mph but i didnt care, I loved that bike! Might have gone faster with a lighter rider. I was about 185lbs when i had the cbr.

  • @MustObeyTheRules

    @MustObeyTheRules

    3 жыл бұрын

    And this dude ain’t manly in any way. He thinks because he has a bush on his face that he’s so manly. Seems dorky as can be.

  • @ccwalker1125
    @ccwalker11256 жыл бұрын

    My first bike and I love her....

  • @paulski6

    @paulski6

    3 жыл бұрын

    cc walker same.❤️

  • @SuzukiYamaha-dz1xx
    @SuzukiYamaha-dz1xx3 жыл бұрын

    Never knew this suzuki single was exist until today . . Thanks for the internet

  • @readmedottext

    @readmedottext

    3 жыл бұрын

    suzuki just stopped making them last year.

  • @kaptein1247

    @kaptein1247

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@readmedottext probably because of those bs emission regulations

  • @nathanchiaro5399
    @nathanchiaro53993 жыл бұрын

    Yay we’re going to do a 0 to 60 in and they don’t do 0 to 60 and have a stupid little banter thing that’s great!

  • @gregeryrenfro7237
    @gregeryrenfro72375 жыл бұрын

    Love my savage once I replaced the exhaust and got better air flow out of it.

  • @nickwuillermin123

    @nickwuillermin123

    4 жыл бұрын

    What exhaust did you put on?

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