Which would win? M109R or Fighter Jet?

@jessejames3600

5 жыл бұрын

The m109r is a fighter jet!😎

@JonsMotoGarage

5 жыл бұрын

@@jessejames3600 Hahaaha! Trick question! Lol.

@theone2be33

5 жыл бұрын

Ummm... Gee Goerge... That's an easy one.... Every one knows it would be the Honda Rebel.

@JonsMotoGarage

5 жыл бұрын

@@theone2be33 hahaha! I totally forgot about the rebel!

@theone2be33

5 жыл бұрын

@@JonsMotoGarage right! Would blow a jet out of the water! Lmao!

I have a 2008 m109r, I rode it 3600 kms in 16 days. Some days were 8 hours +, I found it very comfortable on longer trips. Really fun around town as well

@Ritalie

Жыл бұрын

Did you have any sort of cruise control? On long rides on sport bikes, I find it very difficult to hold the throttle open.

"Alright guys let's get a 0 to 60 here" *hits mach 10*

@JonsMotoGarage

5 жыл бұрын

Hahaha! I swear it was all the bike! It has a mind of its own. Lol.

@FrostBlg

4 жыл бұрын

By specs 0-60 is 3.6 sec

@buccrides50

3 жыл бұрын

LMAO

@hvymax

3 жыл бұрын

There's an app for that.

@MohitSingh-mx3lu

3 жыл бұрын

😂😂😂😂

Love my 2013 M109R, took it from Calgary to Vancouver and back, no problems. Even on the Coquihalla Hwy, the bike has passing power galore, so big it's like doing 120 kph on a couch. I'm 6,7" and it's still comfortable.

@trashman4373

4 жыл бұрын

Good tp know. I'm 6'5" and looking for a bike.

Suzuki did a great job with the M109, sport bike performance in a cruiser! I had a Vrod and it was kind of the same, but it didn't have the torque the 109R has. They both put out about the same horsepower (great job HD) but the torque makes the M109 more fun to ride. You know the M109r has the biggest pistons than any production car or bike on the road. Big bore to get the cubic inches and torque, and short stroke to get the revs for the horsepower. Suzuki engineers know how to make a bad azz bike!

@JonsMotoGarage

5 жыл бұрын

Yeah, the suzuki line is a wild one for sure! Busa, M109R, C109RT! They're all straight BONKERS!

@iccus62

5 жыл бұрын

the old 800 intruder was designed the same. oversquare pistons and water cooled. 4 valves per cylinder. You could wind them up into the 9000 rpm range as they had no limiter. Felt like a powerband kicked in when accelerating. Won a few drag races with mine....and when you beat your buddys 1200 sportster, you dont ceel so bad riding that tiny little rocket. Ha e my eye on a 109r one day. Just gotta finish punishing my 99 Lc 1500... also hell of a bike with a bullet proof motor. Gotta love these Zukes.

@markurbancowboy

5 жыл бұрын

@@iccus62 Yep, awesome performance cruisers.

@JonsMotoGarage

5 жыл бұрын

@@iccus62 I've always wanted to try out one of those intruders!

@knucklehead2926

5 жыл бұрын

I kick a few M109 asses on my V Rod. The V Rod accelerate quicker Plus the boulevard exhaust sounds like trash!

I had an M109 for 13 years, and once I fitted it to me, using a gel seat, handlebar risers, switchblade pedals, Kuryakyn grips, etc., and probably most important, putting on Avon tires, it was a dream to ride. I also drilled out and debaffled the stock pipes. I rode the Hill Country roads of Central Texas, Arkansas Ozarks, Needles in Wyoming, and everywhere in between. It never once let me down. Lots of torque and power, and the Avon's let you just think about the curve ahead and effortlessly carried you right on through. The old school bikers hated it, but of course, they hated it because they didn't like looking at the taillights, all day and night. Great ride.

@gabmax1013

3 ай бұрын

Hey man how reliable was the bike? Did you jump into any problems in your years of ownership?

I have owned a 13' M109R for two years. Had it dyno tuned (ECU reflash) when i first bought it to balance out Freedom exhaust previous owner had installed. The peak numbers are necessarily impressive by todays standards. But the power curve speaks volumes how the bike makes power. From a little above 2k rpm to redline, the bike had either 100 plus lbft of torque or horsepower. If i remember the torque started dropping off around 5k to 5.5k where horsepower overtook it. Its a crazy feeling...and still makes me giggle even after 2 years! Its not peaky...just a constant pull.

Glad to see it back...every time I think I've got this out of my system the 109 shows back up. I could watch this bike all day, oh and good job with the 0-60....lol

@JonsMotoGarage

5 жыл бұрын

Lol. Yeah, once you get a taste if it, the m109r never goes away. Hahaha.

Just saw your review on M109R. It was very helpful. Thank you

Oh man! Great video and answers all my questions :) thanks!!

@JonsMotoGarage

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks! 🤘😎

You kill it on the 0-60's!! Fast n Torquey! Looks fun.

Great bikes to do some touring on. I have been 400-500 miles a day, many times on my 109 with no issues. It's not Goldwing comfy, but it's not far off and way more fun to ride.

Awesome vid man, been waitinf for this one

@JonsMotoGarage

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks, brotha!

Right when he said, “But before we jump into it...” I was expecting to hear “words of wisdom.” 😂😂🤦🏽‍♂️ I need to get off of KZread

@JonsMotoGarage

5 жыл бұрын

Hahaha! I save the words of wisdom for srk. Lol. Here it's mostly nonsense and rambling. Hahaha! Thanks for watching!

@kawffeytheinkredible3295

5 жыл бұрын

Jon's Moto Garage Hey stay in your lane. And stay true. That’s why I like your channel. 👍🏽😂

@JonsMotoGarage

5 жыл бұрын

@@kawffeytheinkredible3295 gracias, brotha! I draw inspiration from many different channels, srk included. But I try to keep it real/my own flavor. Hahaha!

@tuxedoautotransport

4 жыл бұрын

#SRKcycles words of wisdoms

@davidekelman5715

4 жыл бұрын

Gotta give Sean props!

There's a 2006 M109r with only 7k miles near me. I might be buying it this weekend! Great video man.

@max7209

2 жыл бұрын

Did you ever buy it? If so tell me the year make, and what you like about it. Would love to hear your thoughts.

Love this! I have had my M90 since 2009. Still perfect mix of muscle and COMFORT. It's performance is not far behind it's bigger brother. (but it does have a fatter fuel tank for sure!) 😄

I have no problem touring and going long distance on my Night Rod Special. Same goes for this one.

Love my '07 with over 90k miles on it. I live in Texas and have ridden the Tail of the Dragon (Deals Gap, NC) and to Sturgis, among many other places. Very comfortable on long rides. Headed to Cali to ride the PCH next month. Now looking for the B.O.S.S to add to the stable.

@JonsMotoGarage

4 жыл бұрын

NICE!

Your video quality is outstanding my dude!

@mrolsen6987

5 жыл бұрын

X2 on that comment 👍

@JonsMotoGarage

5 жыл бұрын

Gracias, brotha! Much appreciated!

I love this bike! It's more then straight line performance.... It's all day comfortable and despite the 240 out back, she handles pretty nice too!

@JonsMotoGarage

5 жыл бұрын

For sure! I always forget to mention this is my personal experience not having ridden the bike long term. Thanks for watching and commenting! Ride safe!

@myhometechguy

5 жыл бұрын

I agree. There are no chicken strips on my tires. I am scraping pegs canyon carving mine regularly.

@GS-pn4ld

5 жыл бұрын

@@JonsMotoGarage Thanks man! Just subbed you! I enjoy your channel! Keep it up!

@JonsMotoGarage

5 жыл бұрын

@@myhometechguy Heck yeah!

To me,the 109R is the ideal muscle cruiser. I was going to get the M90 but once I rode the M50,I knew it was perfect for me. But if I had money to burn,I would love to own the M109R. The perfect muscle cruiser.

I really enjoy your videos, and the variety of bikes you review. If you’re ever in the Dallas, Tx. area, I’d love for you to do a video review of my 128 Fat Bob.

@JonsMotoGarage

5 жыл бұрын

Heck yeah! 128 fatbob!? That's awesome! I will definitely keep you in mind if I roll out that way! I appreciate the support and comment! Ride safe!

Great review video 👍🏻

@JonsMotoGarage

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, brotha!

Sounds freaking awesome 👌

@JonsMotoGarage

5 жыл бұрын

Right!? I dig it!

Your vids are great, and you deserve more subs. I sub’d 🏍️

Cross country! Love it. Cadillac of bikes. From Ky to California in 4 days. Love it

New Sub just for that camera taking a giant dump! I spit out my cinnamon toast crunch because of that! Hilarious blooper!

Those pipes sound amazing dude

Got a 2011 m109r. It's a beast! Thought it was fast till I bought a 2018 Hahabusa! It's scary fast! Suzuki rules!😠

@JonsMotoGarage

5 жыл бұрын

Hahaha! That's a crazy collection! Crazy how the speed is all relative. Lol.

@R3RLEE

5 жыл бұрын

Also rocket 3!! Faaaast!

@diabolicaldoodle

4 жыл бұрын

Try a zx14r... eat busa’s for breakfast

@busabros2480

3 жыл бұрын

@@diabolicaldoodle try a turbo busa.... eats everything 😉

Maybe I’m getting older, but it seems like that’s exactly what I need as a second bike. I will still keep my CBR600RR for the track, but for streets riding wanna have some comfort

@sallengage6267

11 ай бұрын

I also gad a 600CBR and also have a M109R. You should get it. You won't be disappointed.😊

Exactly what I’ve been telling ppl, “I’m not ready to ride one of those slow ass grandpa bikes. (Harley’s and traditional cruisers)” That’s why my eyes are locked on to the M109r and the new Rocket 3

@emmanuelchase5638

3 жыл бұрын

I just went from an R1 to a vrod for the same reason

@JenniferSmith-yl6lr

3 жыл бұрын

Hell yes and I changed from VMax 1200 to 1700 lol

Love your videos thanks for making and sharing, I just bought a 2010 black just like yours, I love your air cleaner intake assembly where did you get it? Mine came with those cone shaped ones which I hate.

@JonsMotoGarage

2 жыл бұрын

Congrats on the new ride. The bike in this vid had the air intake when I bought it. O believe its a kyryakan (or however you spell it). 💯🤘

Definitely thought you were going to the words of wisdom which I love! I have to get some sun good lord.

I am looking into getting the 2019 model. Making the transition from sports to something a little smother ;-) ..... thanks for the video it’s answered a few questions I had.

@COLDSIDE34

4 жыл бұрын

Same here, i have a 2000 hayabusa

@ruinerfixxxer

4 жыл бұрын

Same. I had a 2016 R1 and I'm 43. It started killing my damn wrists lol

Welldone mane,out of all the reviews i I watch (which are a ton)you are the only person that aint scared to show how fast it can really go.

@JonsMotoGarage

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, brotha!

My first bike got it in October of 2020. Put Baron Custom air intakes on it. Ordered Hard Chrome Velocity Pro Short Race exhaust for it today. Will be sending the ecu out to BCS for flashing.I think it’s fine for a first bike. My buddy bought a Honda VTX 1800 for his first bike and is doing fine with it also. It’s all about respecting the machine and understanding what it can do to you. Got what I wanted and learning on it.

@StefanCCCC

Жыл бұрын

How did it work out for you? Im also thinking of buying this as my first bike.

@fathertimencUSA

Жыл бұрын

@@StefanCCCC Worked out great. Bike is a beast. I got it less than 2 years ago had 6700 miles on it. I now have 30,900 miles on it. I ride the hell out of it. I change the oil in it every 5,000 miles . The axle oil every 3 oil changes. I changed the spark plugs at 24,000 and changed the coolant at the same time. It was still running good I just figured it was probably a good time to change them since I put that many miles on it. It’s been a wonderful bike. No issues.

The m109r was my first bike i learned on. I miss that bike.

I have had my M90 for 11 years, and I still love it

That Speed That Speed...addicting !!...Ride Safe !!

@JonsMotoGarage

5 жыл бұрын

Yes, addicting for sure! Hard to contain oneself. Lol.

Outstanding Job Thank You.

My original comment was about how you described what I love about my bike. The torque you describe is all there. The power is there. The lack of turning is there. We are coming from sport bikes, that shit is false homie. I am 26 this is my dream bike. My dream was to stunt on fools and be comfortable. This bike is a huge bike weight wise, it isn't for the feint of heart.

That looks like a great place to live and ride wherever you are. A bit better than the grey rainy UK.

@JonsMotoGarage

5 жыл бұрын

It is pretty nice here in Arizona! Thanks for watching from across the pond!

I love the looks of it , I love the power of it. The only thing that scares me about the BOSS is the notorious 2nd gear fail. Which it's said you have to tear the whole motor a part to fix.

@blackbird69xxx

2 жыл бұрын

only on pre 2010 models... I have a 2011 all good and its been thrashed

You summed up really well I bought an M109R - I got off a GSX-R600 because I couldn't ride it for more than 30 minutes and had neither the skills nor the coconuts to push it beyond about 50% of its capability. With the '9 I can scrape the pegs and pull wide open throttle with that fat 240 rear tyre - it's bliss and it's easy.

Hey bud. Great video! But i have to disagree with you in regards to the 9. Its much more than just muscle bike. I live in NYC and the 9 easily handles the congestion of the city effortlessly! If you ever visited NYC you know what it's like. Also I travel to PA from NY alot. It's a great long distance bike. And in the hills or curves she is just as comfortable. I have a video I recorded on the back roads of PA. This bike is much more than a muscle cruiser. Great channel!

@JonsMotoGarage

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks, brotha! I hear ya! I'll have to check out your vids. That's pretty awesome that you rock around on one through NYC! Heck yeah!

@rossbrumby1957

5 жыл бұрын

Yeah, I'd happily go around Australia on mine and fuel economy on the highway is great- I measured 5 litres/100km (60 mpg imperial) at 110 kmh(70mph). My CX500 only did 40 mpg!

@crytun

4 жыл бұрын

i wondered about that long distant comment, i live on L.I.,some guys i know ride into jersey for fun

@johnnyblaze2257

4 жыл бұрын

LLoyoc how you like those Salvi’s who can’t drive for shit! And all those check points. Born in Brooklyn, raised in Brentwood, LI.. I’m rocking a modded Warrior. @7:10 I agree with you about the 9, I use to own one. Dude in the video is 5’8, I’m 6’1 230lbs and I wheeled that sucka around like a toy, same deal with my Warrior.

@therimshifter

4 жыл бұрын

@@johnnyblaze2257 I find it a perfect long distance bike. Rode it for 3 days in the German Eifel and through Luxemburg with no problems in comfort and handling. I'm 187cm tall. LOVE THIS MONSTER!!!

Great bikes. I’m not the youngest guy at age 58. But, I’m still able to tour with my M109r. It handles well, great passing power, and the old bones can still do 1000 km in a day without too much difficulty.

I love my c50t. Great content.

Great video!

@JonsMotoGarage

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks, brotha! Much appreciated! Ride safe!

I have a black and chrome M109R and there is nothing cheap feeling about the bike. I get compliments from ar least 1 person everytime i ride. Its a monster. Have it lowered 2 inches, so the squat on the back tires looks so bad ass. Blacked out the big orange blinker lights also. Working in a new exhaust and intake etc. It is such a fun bike to cruise around on. Its really heavy and i dont beleive its for beginners at all. Have fun,be safe riders.

That low down burble growl is lovely

I love it. I do like the looks. Usually not a fan of the little cowling but this flows really well. Man if I got a cruiser it would have to be a muscle bike like this. I still think the Raider takes my heart but maybe this would be easier to ride? PS I would tour long distance on it.

@JonsMotoGarage

4 жыл бұрын

I actually think you would find the raider to be much more user friendly and comfortable. The m109r is straight beast mode, while the raider is a tame lion with the ability to attack! hahaha!

@leighneil7993

4 жыл бұрын

@@JonsMotoGarage I'm not sure about that. I ride the M109R2 and a good friend has the Raider. Hard to judge with different riding styles perhaps, but the 109 always seems to be a bit smoother and quicker in the twisties, and I happily run two or three hundred mile trips with complete comfort. I find it surprisingly 'chuckable' in the curves, provided you are competent and positive with counter-steering and accept it's huge mass, planning for smooth, early entries and good lines. (Of course, all riding should be like that.) I bought the M109 after about 25yrs away from bikes (although I used to be a M/C traffic cop so I can ride okay) and it has amazed me with how user-friendly, fast and sweet-handling it is for such a massive behemoth.

@leighneil7993

4 жыл бұрын

Oh, and I LOVE the aesthetics, as does almost everybody who sees it. I get a huge amount of positive public interaction every time I stop somewhere. As you say, hte eye of the beholder....

Suzuki's are extremely reliable but yeah, their fit and finish can be lackluster. Cool bike, though. Sounds sweet!

@JonsMotoGarage

5 жыл бұрын

Well said!

My MT-01 would impress you. You never got them in USA but Canada did. Mine is in Europe. 1670 cc two-valve per head, air-cooled V-twin in a sporty chassis with drag bars and a seat. If you don't know it, please google it. Great channel.

@JonsMotoGarage

3 жыл бұрын

Will look it up now! Thanks, brotha!

Sir, Nicely made video Good knowledge Well spoken Very professional Green

Come On, Man!! Even my lil Yama 1100 can hit 60 before 5th gear!! :D :D Just Joshin Ya, Man! Can't Wait to upgrade to this One or the Raider... I want both,, but I'm really a laid back, feet on the highway pegs kinda Rider. Raider is probably optimal for me,,, but that Suzuki is gorgeous to me and such a Beast! We'll see when the time comes I guess. Always love the reviews Jon. Peace

Probably the only cruiser that I'd ride honestly. Love the M109R.

@JonsMotoGarage

4 жыл бұрын

Heck yeah! Such a rad bike!

@sallengage6267

11 ай бұрын

It's a badass machine.

Saludos desde México! Es una obra de arte la M109r 🤟😎

@JonsMotoGarage

5 жыл бұрын

Saludos amigo! Y si, es una cosa muy imprecionante! Gracias, hermano!

@ShinkuGouki

2 жыл бұрын

Neta que esta hermosa 😍😍😍

In other words.. You love it!!

@JonsMotoGarage

4 жыл бұрын

Hahaha! Exactly!

I’ve seen this bike but never drove it. Got a 2008 C90T Suzuki Boulevard. 1500cc My short trips are 75 miles driving... My long trips 160 miles.. One thing I’ve learned between my C90T and my brother in laws HD Heritage 96 in , is Suzuki is more comfortable on my body than the HD. I’m almost 60 years old. But bikes are fun regardless. Gets my heart jumping like a kid going 35mph ,to 105 mile per hour in third gear, quick shift into forth... and you are flying.!!! Still got one gear left.😅

You nailed it there... 49yrs old... gotta sell 1000rr, can't do the riding position anymore and my neck is killing me after 5min... M109r will be next bike soon as I sell my baby next year...

I think Suzuki did a great job on the M109R to me it looks exactly like what a muscle cruiser should look like. I'm torn between getting that or the VTX 1800 I got a 1300 and I love it.. but i also gotta boulevard c50 and it's also an awesome bike

Love that simpson helmet

This is the bike those people need that stretch out race bikes with extended swing arms and are scared of wheelies are actually looking for! All those people want(some of them, not all of them)is to look lean, and flex while riding from light to light, or sitting around, you can *do that on a sports cruiser* . For the rest of us, it's a combination of sound, that addictive torque, and just a juiced up stump pulling monster engine under our nuts. It's a very particular type of experience, nothing else provides, and nobody forgets. A lot of people don't even realize this is a thing yet, they still think there's fast in line 4's, and loud, leaky Harleys. It takes decades(sometimes longer) for the general public to understand and adopt a paradigm shift in cycling of any kind.

The design is realy original and great IMO.

@JonsMotoGarage

5 жыл бұрын

Heck yeah! Definitely original and not your "run of the mill" look. Thanks for watching and commenting! Ride safe!

8:55 I have riden my M109R from Mackay to Brisbane at least twice 1000km. I have riden it on multiple long rides and taken it through the Atherton Table Lands west of Cairns in Queensland, Australia. I loved it as a long distance bike. I have risers to bring the handle bars back 2" but haven't bothered putting them on as I haven't needed to and am waiting to put a hydraulic clutch on.

@Ritalie

Жыл бұрын

Do you find that the lack of a windshield is ok for 75mph (highway speed) cruising? The only thing I don't like about the 109, that is making me not sure if I want to get one, is the lack of a windscreen. I'm riding a Hayabusa currently and the wind kills me, because all the wind goes straight to your helmet and causes buffetting, so you can't really ride it without the most expensive ear plugs money can buy. Not having a windscreen means smoothing wind flow, and no loud "buffeting" or turbulence, so in theory, maybe a lot better?

@TheosEpicVideos

Жыл бұрын

@@Ritalie - It's fine. It's a big bike and doesn't get blown around.

Love my C108. Same muscles as M109 but better for long trips. It's a shame Suzuki discontinued it in States. Still available in Europe, i believe.

@joskorivic

Жыл бұрын

Unfortunately in europe we don't have any serious cruisers avaliable as brand new 😑 only hondas rebels, kawasaki vulcan s, and stuff like that..

Please don’t speed the video up 10x 😄 on the 0-60. Wow I’m loving it and I’m am at 1:11 mins into this video. There’s one for sale by the house it’s beautiful. Well said, I’ve been riding sports bike for 15 years now. I want to move to a cruiser from My 2015 Gxsr750R. I think this is the one. Best of both worlds, I guess 🤔. Thank you for the video. The 0-60 looks like a space shuttle on the road. Crazy crazy!!!👍😎😎😎. Muchas gracias señor, bendiciones a toda su family. Ride safe.

Another great video!!!! You are def el maestro de los caballitos!! I dont like the look either I dont think ill ever buy one but I respect any machine.. she is a monster for sure!! I think the vmax is the king tho In the cruiser line.

@JonsMotoGarage

5 жыл бұрын

Hahaha! Yeah, I hear ya! Dude, what's the story with the mt09!?

@humblewarriorus

5 жыл бұрын

Jon's Moto Garage she is replacing the stryker which is for sale already.

@JonsMotoGarage

5 жыл бұрын

@@humblewarriorus nice! We both got bit by the sport bike but. Lol.

@humblewarriorus

5 жыл бұрын

Jon's Moto Garage yeah I always had sport bikes the stryker was my first cruiser. kawasaki z800 coming soon but that one is to flip. If everything goes as plan!! The mt09 is my personal bike but ill sale after a little while usually takes 3k miles for my to get tired of the same bike than ill get another type of bike!

@myhometechguy

5 жыл бұрын

The Vmax is not a cruiser. It's not low seat feet forward upright body position. It's mid seat height feet below lean forward position. It's closer to a naked bike than a cruiser though longer than usual. Similarly a XDiavel is a cruiser the Diavel is not.

my first bike... and I love it!!!

@JonsMotoGarage

4 жыл бұрын

Heck yeah! Rad ride for sure!

@trijigon

4 жыл бұрын

Terrence Booker I’m thinking this will be my first also

If it ever rains there do a video of it. You weather always look perfect for riding.

@JonsMotoGarage

5 жыл бұрын

Hahaha! I may have one somewhere. The part you can't see this time of year are the heat waves coming off the pavement. Lol.

i did 2 hours of hills every day for a while with this bike... ate through pegs and the fake sheilding and eventually frame work. i was pretty damn comfortable on it the whole time as well.. but im 6'4. overall i really enjoyed owning it.

@JonsMotoGarage

4 жыл бұрын

Heck yeah! Killin it on the m109r!

@digisuboob

4 жыл бұрын

@@JonsMotoGarage have you ridden an mt01 yet?

I gotta Honda St1300, Kawasaki Vulcan 900, and YZ 250x dirt bike.. Love to ride !! 49 years old

@JonsMotoGarage

5 жыл бұрын

Nice! I hear awesome things about the Honda st 1300. I've ridden lots of the Vulcan 900's - hard to beat for the middleweight cruiser class. I'm still in need of a proper dirt bike! I hope to be in your place at 49 yrs young!

@travisconrad5035

4 жыл бұрын

St 1300 one of my favorite Hondas.

Love love the sound remind me of my exharley 1200 Sportster

Good review

I’ve owned 6 of them. Yep, that’s right. I would own one then try something else and in the end I would miss the performance. The one I have now is the best one I’ve ever had so I plan on keeping it for a long time.

I’ve been on sports bike for over 13 years Mostly Gxsr750R and 600r. Now I have this M109R, it’s been less than 1 year. My wife really enjoyes our outings on this bike. More comfortable, enjoyable. But I honestly feel like something is missing. The M109R--I don’t know I think lacks it.

Sweet video

I’m looking to park up the sports bike for something less of a back breaker, thanks for the video, I’m about to look for a M109 for sale

Great Video I live in Australia and own a 2008 M109r and a M90 and as much as I love my 109 with the cobra’s and 260 rear end I definitely wouldn’t recommend the bike to someone new to the cruiser market even after coming from big sports bikes it’s all good and well that they might be used to the straight line grunt these things have but with a 240/260 rear end and being so hesitant to pull up quickly they have a horrible habit of getting people into deep shit over here when they realise just how long it takes to get used to how these things break and handle. M90 is a great middle ground for people that are new to the cruiser market and still want some grunt. Btw dude don’t know if it’s your think but mines got a power commander and it’s been lowered 2 inches and it improves the bike 10 fold!!! Sick video tho nice to see someone actually ride these things how there meant to be ridden

@JonsMotoGarage

5 жыл бұрын

Shout out to Australia! Thanks for the info/insights! I definitely agree - not a good beginner bike. They still scare the crap out of me! Lol. Aside from exhaust, this one is basically stock.

@jacksonbell6943

5 жыл бұрын

Wait until you accidentally drop the clutch off the lights on private roads they love slide around 😂😂

@JonsMotoGarage

5 жыл бұрын

@@jacksonbell6943 oh man! I can only imagine! I bet that tire breaks loose super easy!

@rossbrumby1957

4 жыл бұрын

My 109 I bought from Queensland ( live in SA) came with a lowering link fitted, another one spare and the original. As I'm just over 120kg, I've bottomed out the back end a couple times so will probably refit the original. Still get a big kick out of opening that throttle fast!

@aaronscott2193

Ай бұрын

Mate I have one aswell and had a crash 2 years ago and it almost killed me. Scariest bike I've owned

Buenos días amigo. Saludos desde California! Aunque en su apariencia está un poco fea está motocicleta el poder que provee es admirable. Se ve muy divertida. Disfruté este video, muchas gracias. Maneja con cuidado amigo. 👍🏽

@JonsMotoGarage

4 жыл бұрын

Gracias amigo! Estoy de acuerdo contigo en cunato a la apariencia - no me gusta mucho. Pero como dices, es muy divertida! Saludos!

@ShinkuGouki

2 жыл бұрын

Fea? Esa una de las mas hermosas

I got a 2005 Suzuki boulevard 1400 and it's one quick bike I luv my Suzuki it's more dependable than my Harley it will take anything you give it only got 12 thousand miles on it and I have had it for 3 year's when I bought it from the dealer ship it belonged too the owner of the Suzuki dealer the bike only had 6 thousand miles when I bought it from the owner of the Suzuki dealer that's the reason I bought it because it was not ridden alot left it stock its jet black luv the bike paid 5 thousand dollars for it s years ago barely ridden because the dealer has a collection of bikes the 1400 cc feels like its pulling you off it doesn't have no problem whatsoever great video like to get the other bike too add to my collection thanks again for great video Mike Holden out of north Carolina said that

I am 5 ft 6 inches and found the stock size setting to be spot on

@Homeymoto

Жыл бұрын

Nice im same height wondered if i'd fit. My local store doesnt have one for me to throw a leg over

I put Perlli Night Dragons on and those tires made a nimble handling bike ! My M109 R handled so much better with the right tires that now i feel very confident in tight turns.

The 109 will hang with any other heavy cruiser in the Twisties and carving canyons. You just need to know how to use your breaks to set it up to dive in then it accelerates leaps and bounds harder than just about any big displacement cruiser except maybe the Yamaha Roadliner. I've had mine all over Dahlonega, Ga, ripped up and down the Tail of the Dragon, Cherohala Skyway and Blue ridge Parkway, through the Smokies and all around the Mountains of NY, NH, VT and up into Maine. We trailered out to California and rode all through the Mountains of Southern and Northern Cali, Oregon and Washington, then back down Pacific Coast Highway. It is a heavy bike, but those big tires also roll over a lot and still grip when other bikes have long since been scraping, or ran out of sidewall.

Absolutely loved my VTX1800... Looking for another, a M109R, or a Raider now.

I can't understand only about 110 mph using all 5 gears. I have the Jr. M90 and can hit 115 mph in 3rd gear and her lines and curves are sexy. With a smaller back tire 200/50ZR17M/C I can corner a lot better then the M109R. And she does get a lot of attention. All the guys are definitely impressed with my M90 and she commands respect and she most definitely gets it.

Hey Jon! Im finally living in AZ. you should do a ride on my heavily modded M109R for comparison.

Might be picking up one of these bad boys this weekend. My GSXR just got stolen this past weekend and ive been thinking of getting a cruiser for a while now. Seems it was meant to be.

Hey Man. Love the Simson helmet. Can you let me know the pros and cons on that? Thanks

@JonsMotoGarage

4 жыл бұрын

I haven't had any real complaints with it. It's got great ventilation, I dig the style, and I like the buckle style. But truth be told, I'm not super picky when it comes to helmets. As long as it fits snug, I dit it. Hahaha!

I kind of like the looks of the bike but am not stuck on the back end. I think if it had some stylish hard case luggage as well as a small windshield it would look better and would also make a pretty nice touring machine.

Beautiful bike 🙏💜

I’m a huge Harley guy have been for decades but this bike is hot!

I have a M109R and I can assure you that this bike is not for the weak of heart!!

Hi Jon Your videos are very informative and fun to watch. I am new to street bikes ,but have ridden dirt bikes for years, mostly the KX500. I am torn between the Yamaha Raider and the M109R. Which one would you recommend? I am 56 years old 6' tall and 260 lbs. really appreciate your help.

@JonsMotoGarage

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the comment and feedback! Much appreciated! For overall comfort and fun factor, I would opt for the Raider. Performance wise, the m109r seems to have an edge over the raider, but the reality is most of us won't be pushing the bike anywhere near those limits. Lol. One thing I can't speak to much is the maintenance side of things because I haven't owned either of the bikes long term. They both seem to get fairly good review in terms of reliability. I'd recommend checking forums to get more info regarding that side of things. Also, I've heard the new m109r boss is a lot smoother than the older models that I've ridden. Hope this helps some! Both great bikes for sure! Thanks again for the support!

@nickhilbert9376

5 жыл бұрын

I have owned a 2006 M109r and I currently own a Roadliner S (pretty much a raider) and the M109r is a much funner bike to ride. So much faster and you definitely gotta hold on. Now I highly recommend forgetting about any model manufactured 2006 to 2007. Pick up a bike from 2008 and up. The 2006 and 2007 models have issues with the drive shaft seal and 2nd gear is absolutely trash.

@rockyfeathers

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tips. It is greatly appreciated

Thanks for the vid Jon! Awesome 🔥 I really like these and one day might have one sit next to my V Rod! 🤘

@ragimundvonwallat8961

5 жыл бұрын

too bad H-D didint build mini vrod 750 and 500 instead of the street-shitters

@TheNightmaro79

5 жыл бұрын

@@ragimundvonwallat8961 Agreed man! They are in no way related AT ALL! They mearly share Rod in the name! Yak!

@ragimundvonwallat8961

5 жыл бұрын

@@TheNightmaro79 yeah no way related...thats the problem lol... i could have accepted those new engines, they are not bad, but the bikes they come in, thats too much for me. and i like short wheelbase bike with moderate CC engines...i would gladly have considered those bikes, but who in his sane mind would want a street shitter 500? or even the 750. if they sold them 4000 new then we are talking

@ragimundvonwallat8961

5 жыл бұрын

@@TheNightmaro79 they whould have made those engines optional in the sporster and call them sportsrod pack or some nick nack like this and skip the whole street shitter bike. that would have stir lots of interest and the bike is already popular

@TheNightmaro79

5 жыл бұрын

@@ragimundvonwallat8961 That makes total sense man! Not a fan of the street rod frame I must say. Ideal for beginners and small people but there is no way im getting away with one of those haha

Now that's a great bike 🇦🇺👍

I have a 2008 C109r and it's heavier than the M but will still hang with it. Got to have to guts to roll it full throttle.. 33 thousand miles and still pulling strong.

hey sir...you should look for old kawa meanstreak 1500 and 1600... they dont have the grunt of that one but they are killer as fun machine and have somewhat of a cult following. but at 75hp @ 5300 and 95 lbs @ 2800 its no slouch either, great low and middle range. good braking and the handling is better than on that 109. a guy like you would probably go nuts on one of those. cheap to get also, so even if your money man drop the cash in the garage you'd still have enough

@JonsMotoGarage

5 жыл бұрын

Hahaha! I've probably sold 3 or 4 over the years, but never really put them through the paces. I'll keep my eyes peeled! Great suggestion! I'm cracking up over the money man comment! Lmao! 🤣🤣🤘

Amazing!

@JonsMotoGarage

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks, man! Suzuki makes a killer bike!

I have owned 8 bikes and this was the ONLY one I regretted selling. It is also, the first ever classified "sports cruizer", has bigger pistons than even a car has but my first and second gear change wasn't great but heard that was the issue with the M109R, it wasn't a smooth change. As the bike I loved it, left many a Harley behind. hahaha.

@JonsMotoGarage

4 жыл бұрын

Yeah, clunky gear box for sure. I hear they made improvements with the newer models. Definitely a blast of a bike!

@Jay-if9dr

4 жыл бұрын

@@JonsMotoGarage One day I hope to get another, maybe the newer model, for as you said, may not have the irst/second gear clunking. Just need to have smoother gear changes and it would be the best sports cruiser out there.

@blackbird69xxx

2 жыл бұрын

my 2011 model is all good. i read pre 2010 models has the bad gears