Yamaha V-max 1200 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
Yamaha V-max 1200
Suzuki Boulevard M109r
Horsepower (hp)
143 hp
127 hp
Torque (Nm)
150 Nm
160 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
220 km/h
200 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
262 kg
347 kg
Type
Cruiser
Cruiser
Horsepower
143 hp @ 9,000 rpm
127 hp @ 6,200 rpm
Torque
150 Nm @ 7,500 rpm
160 Nm @ 3,200 rpm
Top Speed
220 km/h
200 km/h (estimated; Suzuki does not publish an official figure)
Weight
262 kg (wet/curb weight)
347 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
7.5 L/100km (typical real-world average, varies significantly with riding style)
6.5–8.0 L/100km (typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Yamaha V-max 1200
7.8/10
"Pure muscle-bike theater that genuinely delivers the performance goods."
Pros
+Savage V4 thrust delivery
+Iconic unmistakable visual presence
+Bulletproof engine when maintained
Cons
−Four carbs are maintenance-intensive
−Handles like a barge
−Terrible fuel economy
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