Suzuki Boulevard S40 vs Yamaha Bolt R-spec
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Suzuki Boulevard S40 vs Yamaha Bolt R-spec. Suzuki Boulevard S40: 31 hp @ 6,000 rpm hp, 179 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 145 km/h, Motoryk rating 6.5/10. Yamaha Bolt R-spec: 54 hp @ 7,500 rpm hp, 252 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 175 km/h (estimated), Motoryk rating 7.8/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Suzuki Boulevard S40
Yamaha Bolt R-spec
Horsepower (hp)
31 hp
54 hp
Torque (Nm)
50 Nm
80 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
145 km/h
175 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
179 kg
252 kg
Type
Cruiser
Cruiser
Horsepower
31 hp @ 6,000 rpm
54 hp @ 7,500 rpm
Torque
50 Nm @ 3,000 rpm
80 Nm @ 3,000 rpm
Top Speed
145 km/h
175 km/h (estimated)
Weight
179 kg (wet/curb weight)
252 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
3.5 L/100km or approximately 28.5 km/L
4.5 L/100km (approx. 22 km/L, typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Suzuki Boulevard S40
6.5/10
"A perfect starter bike you'll sell within two years."
Pros
+Nearly indestructible engine
+Dirt cheap used prices
+Lightweight and forgiving
Cons
−Highway speeds feel miserable
−Minimal updates over decades
−You'll outgrow it fast
Yamaha Bolt R-spec
7.8/10
"A genuinely rewarding urban cruiser that rewards patient, style-conscious riders."
Pros
+Bulletproof reliability record
+Strong resale value retention
+Gorgeous factory finish quality
Cons
−Seat punishes longer rides
−Suspension undersprung for heavier riders
−No wind protection whatsoever
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