SUZUKI Boulevard S40 (2008-2009) Specs, Performance & Photos

In 2009, Suzuki released the Boulevard S40, a single-cylinder classic-looking motorcycle that got a shot of advanced Suzuki technology to its timeless design to create a bike that featured exciting performance and rock-solid reliability.

One of the bike's major attractions was its lightweight responsiveness due to its dry weight of 160 kg (352 lbs), which made it great at cruising on city streets and outside city limits. At every twist of the throttle, the bike offered a blast of low-mid range torque and at cruising speed it provided smooth engine performance. With strong styling cues that harked back to Harley's Forty-Eight, the Boulevard S40 packed a 652cc engine and a classic cruiser looks.

In the performance department, the 2009 Suzuki Boulevard S40 took its thrust from the 652cc four-stroke single-cylinder engine that featured a black case with polished cylinder head fins for a finished appearance.

The engine was designed to deliver low-end power and torque, such as 31 hp with a peak at 5,400 rpm and 50 Nm (37 lb-ft) of torque available at 3,400 rpm.

In the visual department, the bike came with a custom flat handlebar that provided a clean and sporty appearance, a sleek one-piece saddle with a low seating position, an attractive tear drop-shaped fuel tank with a flush-mounted speedometer, custom-style rearview mirrors, and polished wire-spoke wheels that offered a classic look like the larger cruiser models.

As optional features, the Japanese manufacturer offered a windshield, saddlebags, engine guards, custom seats, and billet aluminum items.