2008 Suzuki Boulevard M109R Problems
- Complaints
- 22filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 4,575miles, 20 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 2008 Suzuki Boulevard M109R (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 22 consumer complaints for the 2008 Suzuki Boulevard M109R. The part named most often is transmission and drivetrain, with 18 complaints (82% of the total), followed by engine cooling (3) and vehicle speed control (2). 20 of the complaints include a mileage, and 100% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 4,575 miles. Of all complaints, 1 involved a crash, 1 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 0 recall campaigns and 0 technical service bulletins for this model year.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
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.
- Engine cooling3 14%
- Vehicle speed control2 9.1%
- Electrical system1 4.5%
- Engine1 4.5%
- Fuel system1 4.5%
Example complaints
Transmission and drivetrain: “When riding my motorcycle it jumps out of 2nd gear at 2000-3000 RPM,s. I contacted the Suzuki corporation. I asked if they had a recall on this problem and they stated no. I was told to take my bike to the dealer and let them diagnose the problem and I would have to pay for the repairs. My bike is a 2008 with less than 7000 miles on it.”
NHTSA complaint #10534178, filed 2013-08, 6,400 milesEngine cooling: “The contact owns a 2008 Suzuki BOULEVARD M109R. While riding at an unknown speed, the clutch failed and the f1 light illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was towed to the dealer. The dealer stated that the clutch was worn out and they could make the necessary repairs for free. While riding after the repairs were made, the vehicle lost power and shut off. While en route to the dealer for a second repair, the contact heard a loud tearing sound. The dealer stated that the crank bearing scarred, as well as the cam bearing. …”
NHTSA complaint #10234459, filed 2008-07, 300 milesVehicle speed control: “I was riding with my bike group. We stopped at a major intersection waiting for the light to change. On the green light I accelerated and was almost hit in the rear buy a pick up truck do to the fact my 2nd gear slipped into neutral. I thought it was an isolated issue. It was not, my bike slips out of 2nd into neutral continuously. This is a major issue when you are trying to get in the flow of traffic!!!!!!!!!!!!!! . I spoke with several dealerships and the response was the same ( the m109r is known for that) why won t Suzuki recall or fix this issue. This s%#t is not fair!!!!!!!!! . …”
NHTSA complaint #10479224, filed 2012-10, 12,125 milesElectrical system: “The contact owns a 2008 Suzuki BOULEVARD M109R. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start. The contact replaced the battery, but the failure persisted. The VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 11v108000 (electrical system). The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 600.”
NHTSA complaint #10763617, filed 2015-09, 600 milesMileage when problems were reported
100% of the 20 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 730 and 8,100 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 2008 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 2008 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 2008 Suzuki Boulevard M109R have?
NHTSA recorded 22 consumer complaints for the 2008 Suzuki Boulevard M109R as of Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2008 Suzuki Boulevard M109R is reported most often?
Transmission and drivetrain is named most often, in 18 complaints (82% of the total), followed by engine cooling with 3.
Has the 2008 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 2008 Suzuki Boulevard M109R reported?
Among the 20 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 4,575 miles and the middle half falls between 730 and 8,100 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.