Suzuki Boulevard M50 vs Harley-davidson Forty-eight
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Suzuki Boulevard M50 vs Harley-davidson Forty-eight. Suzuki Boulevard M50: 50 hp @ 6,500 rpm (estimated) hp, 238 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 175 km/h (estimated), Motoryk rating 7.5/10. Harley-davidson Forty-eight: 60 hp @ 6,000 rpm hp, 253 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 170 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.5/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Suzuki Boulevard M50
Harley-davidson Forty-eight
Horsepower (hp)
50 hp
60 hp
Torque (Nm)
65 Nm
97 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
175 km/h
170 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
238 kg
253 kg
Type
Cruiser
Cruiser
Horsepower
50 hp @ 6,500 rpm (estimated)
60 hp @ 6,000 rpm
Torque
65 Nm @ 3,500 rpm
97 Nm @ 3,500 rpm
Top Speed
175 km/h (estimated)
170 km/h
Weight
238 kg (wet/curb weight)
253 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
5.5 L/100km or approximately 18 km/L (typical real-world average)
5.5 L/100km (approx. 18 km/L typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Suzuki Boulevard M50
7.5/10
"A dependable, honest cruiser that rewards sensible buyers who inspect carefully."
Pros
+Bulletproof V-twin engine
+Low-maintenance belt drive
+Comfortable two-up capability
Cons
−Chrome deteriorates quickly outside
−Rear suspension feels basic
−Carb models need fuel attention
Harley-davidson Forty-eight
7.5/10
"A charismatic city scramblers that demands realistic expectations about range and comfort."
Pros
+Bulletproof Sportster engine reliability
+Parts availability everywhere
+Genuinely stunning visual presence
Cons
−Tiny tank, terrible range
−Seat punishes longer rides
−Many dropped examples exist
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