Suzuki Intruder 1500
The Suzuki Intruder VL1500 (also sold as the Boulevard C90 from 2005 onward) was introduced in 1998 as Suzuki's flagship cruiser, designed to compete directly with the Harley-Davidson Fat Boy and Honda Valkyrie in the large-displacement cruiser segment. It featured a distinctive 1,462cc V-twin engine with a classic cruiser aesthetic, liquid cooling hidden behind air-cooled-style fins, and shaft drive for low maintenance. The model was well-regarded for its smooth power delivery and comfortable long-distance touring capability, remaining in production with updates through the 2000s and early 2010s.
70 hp
Power
115 Nm
Torque
317 kg
Weight
175 km/h
Top Speed
6.5–7.5 L/100km (typical real-world average)
Fuel
Naked
Body
What Buyers Should Know
Rock-Solid Engine Reliability
The 1462cc V-twin is renowned for going well past 100,000 miles with basic maintenance. It's considered one of the most bulletproof cruiser engines ever built.
Watch the Final Drive
The shaft drive is generally low-maintenance, but inspect the rear drive unit for oil leaks — seals can degrade on high-mileage examples and repairs can be costly.
Strong Resale Value
The Intruder 1500 holds its value unusually well for a used cruiser, partly due to its reputation and low running costs. Clean examples consistently attract buyers quickly.
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