Medium size cruisers

**ukusa** · 19th October 2010, 11:21

Originally Posted by skinman

Thanks for the input guys
I will be looking 2nd hand probably max of 8 grand at a push.
The feeling seems to be that people with boulavards really like them.
Not sure about the look of the M50, prefer the C50 look. Full rear guard.
I see a Guzzi Nevada on TM at the mo at 6500 ish. Looks like it might be a bit small to 2 up on though, but it looks like a fun ride.

Best thing is to rIde them all. I'd also add to the mix a Triumph America

**skinman** · 19th October 2010, 11:24

The triumph looks good but not sure I can get enough mula out of the financial controller.

**O2R** · 19th October 2010, 12:30

Originally Posted by skinman

Although from what people are saying the C50 might be the way to go I am a little concerned about trying to split with something that wide.

Rode a sports bike before the C50, had the same concerns as you, but it only took a few days to work out the width of the bike, splitting lanes no worries.
If your mirrors fit, the whole bike does, easy.
Pop into Colemans, Matt or Alistair are more than happy to let you test drive one for a couple of hours, you'll have a better idea after that, thats what I did.

**Devil** · 19th October 2010, 12:38

Originally Posted by wysper

the 2 up part of the OP pretty much rules out the Speedmaster (not much of a pillion seat there really), but the America def a nice option.

The speedmaster and america seats are interchangeable as far as i'm aware.

**dilligaf_nz** · 19th October 2010, 18:35

Originally Posted by jasonzc

the 2010 M50 has a completely new seat design and its comfy as. I can testify! haha and you dont have to perform the lumptosectomy operation for the seat as for previous models, and passenger seating is more generous than previous versions. Great bikes..

So what you're saying is when I bought my new (2009) M50 earlier this year is that I should have ACTUALLY got the 2010 and the only 2 things I don't like about it wouldn't be there?

**Old Steve** · 19th October 2010, 18:51

One thing I don't like about the Honda Shadow and Suzuki Boulevard C50 are the spoke wheels. I think there's an optioned C50 (C50T?) which has alloy wheels/tubeless tires as part of the package isn't there?

EDIT 20/10/10: Actually, the Suzuki C50C has the alloy wheels.

**munster** · 19th October 2010, 19:54

Originally Posted by dilligaf_nz

So what you're saying is when I bought my new (2009) M50 earlier this year is that I should have ACTUALLY got the 2010 and the only 2 things I don't like about it wouldn't be there?

yeah, but if you're like me I prefer the look of my 2007. The 2010 is just fugly.

Seats can be fixed, fugly is forever.

**bluebird** · 19th October 2010, 20:02

The M50 or the Vulcan 900 custom. just don't buy a bike you will get bored with in 6 months. The latest model M50 will not have you looking enviously at the M90's or 109's, and it's nimble but has the grunt to loose your licence.

**Gone Burger** · 19th October 2010, 20:10

Originally Posted by bluebird

The M50 or the Vulcan 900 custom. just don't buy a bike you will get bored with in 6 months. The latest model M50 will not have you looking enviously at the M90's or 109's, and it's nimble but has the grunt to loose your licence.

As mentioned, if anyone is interested in a 2009 m50z limited edition second hand, let me know. Its not for sale yet but if there is interest I may move it on a little sooner then planned. Registered in May 2010

**Rhubarb** · 19th October 2010, 20:44

Edbear is truly wise.

Originally Posted by Edbear

Not sure why, but most C50T's advertised don't have the accessories fitted. Mine has the adjustable screen, Kentucky Drive bags and Givi backrest and looks fanatstic...................................

and three Harley's, a 1340 Softail, 1450 Dyna Low-Rider and a new 1600 Softail, only the 1600 would leave me behind and through the forest....................
The Harley riders were very impressed with the performance and handling of the C50T.

My C50T has the carrier, back rest, screen, Kentucky bags and light bar.

I hired a Harley Heritage Softail 1584cc. It was this bike that convinced me I was a cruiser rider who owned a sports bike.

I loved the Softail but at that stage was yet to experience the joys of a Boulevard.

The C50T handles better, rides smoother, is more comfortable, just as fast AND is significantly cheaper.

If I won Lotto I would buy a C50T ..............oh wait, I've got one!! - WooHoo

**dilligaf_nz** · 19th October 2010, 20:48

Originally Posted by munster

fugly is forever.

That's right.. I looked at the 2 and even the dealer admitted the 2010 was an ugly abomination from hell

(I may be paraphrasing slightly..)

**jasonzc** · 19th October 2010, 21:54

Originally Posted by dilligaf_nz

That's right.. I looked at the 2 and even the dealer admitted the 2010 was an ugly abomination from hell

(I may be paraphrasing slightly..)

hahah htats what i used to think.. i finally gotten used to the look of the new ones. esp with a rear seat cowl. the new rear fender is bigger than the older versions, it looks liek a bigger bike, you will know what i mean if you look at them side by side.

to be honest, still have to get used to the headlights haha.
and another thing to be honest about.... for ppl thinking about buying the new M50 and want accessories.. good luck.. better off with the older version. Hardly aftermarket stuff for the new model online.

**O2R** · 20th October 2010, 14:10

Originally Posted by bluebird

The M50 or the Vulcan 900 custom. just don't buy a bike you will get bored with in 6 months. The latest model M50 will not have you looking enviously at the M90's or 109's, and it's nimble but has the grunt to loose your licence.

But Sadly not in his price range, from what he said.
But agree Paul, the New M50 looks so much like a M109, most people wouldn't know the difference