Honda Rebel 1100 vs Suzuki Boulevard M109r
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Honda Rebel 1100
Suzuki Boulevard M109r
Horsepower (hp)
87 hp
127 hp
Torque (Nm)
98 Nm
160 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
185 km/h
200 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
233 kg
347 kg
Type
Cruiser
Cruiser
Horsepower
87 hp @ 7,000 rpm
127 hp @ 6,200 rpm
Torque
98 Nm @ 4,750 rpm
160 Nm @ 3,200 rpm
Top Speed
185 km/h (estimated; Honda does not officially publish top speed)
200 km/h (estimated; Suzuki does not publish an official figure)
Weight
233 kg (curb weight, standard transmission; DCT version approx. 238 kg)
347 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
5.5 L/100km (approximately 18.2 km/L, typical real-world average)
6.5–8.0 L/100km (typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Honda Rebel 1100
8.2/10
"The cruiser that actually rewards riders who like riding."
Pros
+Strong, tractable parallel twin
+DCT option genuinely useful
+Honda reliability track record
Cons
−DCT early software gremlins
−Limited aftermarket support still
−Seat comfort drops after hours
Suzuki Boulevard M109r
8.2/10
"The cruiser that makes Harley owners quietly nervous at stoplights."
Pros
+Savage torque below 4000rpm
+Bulletproof engine reliability
+Stunning factory styling
Cons
−Brutal summer heat soak
−240 rear hunts badly
−Cramped for taller riders