Suzuki Boulevard M109R
Suzuki cruiser motorcycle
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The Suzuki Boulevard M109R motorcycle was introduced in 2006 as Suzuki's flagship v-twin power cruiser. In some parts of the world, it is marketed as the Suzuki Intruder M1800R; in Europe it is often referred to by its model number, VZR1800.[1]
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| Manufacturer | Suzuki |
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| Also called | M109R, Suzuki Intruder M1800R, VZR1800 |
| Production | 2006– |
| Class | Power Cruiser |
| Engine | 1783 cc (108.8 cu. in), 4-stroke, 2-cylinder, liquid-cooled, DOHC, 54-degree V-Twin |
| Transmission | 5-speed, Shaft |
| Suspension | Front Inverted telescopic, coil spring, oil damped Rear Link type, coil spring, oil damped, 7 way adjustable spring pre-load |
| Brakes | Front Dual hydraulic disc Rear Single hydraulic disc |
| Tires | Front 130/70R18 M/C 63V Rear 240/40R18 M/C 79V |
| Wheelbase | 1710mm (67.3 in.) |
| Dimensions | L: 2450mm (96.5 in.) W: 875mm (34.4 in.) H: 1185mm (46.7 in.) |
| Seat height | 705mm (27.8 in.) |
| Weight | 321 kg (707 lbs) (dry) |
| Fuel capacity | 19.5 liter (5.2 gal.) |
| Ground clearance | 130mm (5.1 in.) |
The engine is a 1,783 cc (108.8 cu in), four-valve DOHC, 54-degree, liquid-cooled, fuel injected V-twin, producing 123 hp (92 kW) and 120 lbf⋅ft (160 N⋅m) of torque.[1]
The cylinder bores are lined with Suzuki's SCEM (Suzuki Composite Electrochemical Material) to aid heat transfer, improve piston-to-cylinder clearances and reduce weight. The engine has electronic fuel injection system with 56 mm throttle bodies and dual spark plugs.
In 2008 Suzuki released the a Boulevard C109R, a "classic cruiser"[1] based on a detuned version of the same engine.
