2006 Suzuki Boulevard M109R Problems
- Complaints
- 44filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 6,700miles, 40 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 0campaigns on record
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2006 Suzuki Boulevard M109R (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 44 consumer complaints for the 2006 Suzuki Boulevard M109R. The part named most often is transmission and drivetrain, with 34 complaints (77% of the total), followed by brakes (7) and engine (2). 40 of the complaints include a mileage, and 100% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 6,700 miles. Of all complaints, 1 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 0 recall campaigns and 0 technical service bulletins for this model year.
Not compared (before 2008). Model years 2008–2023 of the same vehicle that have at least 25 complaints are compared, and a model needs at least 3 of them.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Brakes7 16%
- Engine2 4.5%
- Fuel system2 4.5%
- Engine cooling1 2.3%
- Exterior lighting1 2.3%
- Body and structure1 2.3%
Example complaints
Transmission and drivetrain: “I'm the owner of a 2006 Suzuki m109r I was riding at 35 miles an hour and my bike pop out of second gear into neutral scaring the hell out of me luckily I keep my cool and new how to handle the cycle the bike has a serious problem with second gear something has to be done or someone is going to seriously get hurt or even killed.”
NHTSA complaint #10576925, filed 2014-04, 3,300 milesEngine: “Purchased the bike in late june with less than 1800 miles. Got a vibration feel & small tapping noise a couple days later. Took back to dealer & they didn't feel it or hear it. Then in sept went for a short ride with a friend & it started knocking & trying to stall out. Called the dealer & with lots of problems finally got them to diagnose it. It needs the motor rebuilt with pistons, rods & crank. They had done the turn up & changed the oil before we picked it up after purchase and they didn't seem to see any problems then. …”
NHTSA complaint #10648951, filed 2014-10, 2,500 milesFuel system: “I began noticing a strong odor of gasoline around my Suzuki m109r motorcycle and could not find the cause of the strong odor. I started the motorcycle in my garage to let it warm up and went inside my home to retrieve a jacket so I could go riding. When I returned several minutes later the odor of gasoline was extremely strong and I noticed a large puddle of gas had formed on the ground under motorcycle. I shut the motor off and looked and noticed that fresh gasoline was pouring from under the left side of the air breather and dumping onto the engine and then onto the ground. …”
NHTSA complaint #10182463, filed 2007-02Mileage when problems were reported
100% of the 40 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 3,500 and 10,500 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Trend: stable. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
Recalls and investigations
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 2006 Suzuki Boulevard M109R in the data used here. A recall can apply to some vehicles of a model year and not others, so check a specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Technical service bulletins
No technical service bulletins are on record for the 2006 Suzuki Boulevard M109R.
Other model years of the Suzuki Boulevard M109R
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 8 | 3,090 | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2009 | 11 | 3,000 | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2008 | 22 | 4,575 | 0 | — | — | — | Stable |
| 2007 | 45 | 8,915 | 0 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 2006 | 44 | 6,700 | 0 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
All Suzuki Boulevard M109R model years
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2006 Suzuki Boulevard M109R have?
NHTSA recorded 44 consumer complaints for the 2006 Suzuki Boulevard M109R as of Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2006 Suzuki Boulevard M109R is reported most often?
Transmission and drivetrain is named most often, in 34 complaints (77% of the total), followed by brakes with 7.
Has the 2006 Suzuki Boulevard M109R been recalled?
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for this model year in the data used here. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
At what mileage are problems with the 2006 Suzuki Boulevard M109R reported?
Among the 40 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 6,700 miles and the middle half falls between 3,500 and 10,500 miles; 100% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.