2006 Suzuki Boulevard M109R problems
Verdict · NHTSA data
One of the years to avoid
With 49 complaints filed to NHTSA — about 1.9 times the median Boulevard M109R year — the 2006 model ranks #2 of 5 Boulevard M109R years for complaint volume. It lands on the years-to-avoid list.
The trouble concentrates in one system: transmission issues account for 71% of all reports (35 of 49), far ahead of brakes at 7.
49
NHTSA complaints
0
Recalls
0
Investigations
0
Crash-involved
0
Fires reported
1
Injuries
0
Deaths
—
NCAP overall
How does 2006 compare to other Boulevard M109R years?
What are the most common 2006 Suzuki Boulevard M109R problems?
| Component | Complaints | Share | vs prior year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transmission | 35 | 71% | new |
| Brakes | 7 | 14% | new |
| Engine | 3 | 6% | new |
| Fuel System | 2 | 4% | new |
| Lighting | 1 | 2% | new |
| Body & Structure | 1 | 2% | new |
Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA
Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.
“SINCE PURCHASE MY MOTORCYCLE HAD TROUBLE GOING INTO 2ND GEAR,THERE WAS ALWAYS A CLUNK SOUND NOW UNDER ACCELERATION IT POPS OUT OF 2ND GEAR AND INTO NEUTRAL,I CALLED MY DEALER AND HE SAID I WOULD HAVE TO REPLACE MY SHIFT FORKS SHIFT DRUM AND 2ND GEAR DOGS,I BELIEVE THIS IS A DEFECT THAT OCCURS IN…”
“THERE ARE A NUMBER OF 2006 & 2007 SUZUKI M109R MOTORCYCLES THAT HAVE DEFECTIVE BREAKING SYSTEMS ON THEM. THE REAR ROTOR IS SEPARATING FROM THE MOUNTING PLATE. SUZUKI SAYS THIS IS NORMAL BUT OTHER MECHANICS SAY THAT THE ISSUE IS A SAFETY ISSUE AND SHOULD BE CHANGED. SUZUKI HAS IN FACT CHANGED THE…”
“I HAVE A 2006 M109R THAT HAS A MAJOR DEFECT IN THE POWERTRAIN. THIS BIKE ONLY HAVE A LITTLE OVER 5,000 MILES ON IT AND IT TENDS TO FALL OUT OF SECOND GEAR BACK INTO NEUTRAL. THIS IS VERY UNSAFE AND COULD VERY WELL CAUSE YOU TO LOOSE CONTROL OF THE BIKE. THERE HAS BEEN A NUMBER OF PEOPLE THAT I HAVE…”
“DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE TRAVELING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS THE VEHICLE STALLED FOUR TIMES. THE VEHICLE DID NOT RESTART WAS TOWED TO THE DEALERSHIP EACH TIME. THE DEALERSHIP REPLACED THE GAS CAP IN AN ATTEMPT TO REPAIR THE PROBLEM, BUT THE PROBLEM PERSISTED. THE VEHICLE WAS A 2006 SUZUKI M109R. *AK”
“TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 SUZUKI BOULEVARD M109R. WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH, THE TURN SIGNAL LIGHT LENSES FELL OFF THE VEHICLE. THE DEALER REPLACED THE LENSES IN THE PAST, BUT REFUSES TO ANY MORE. THE CONTACT FEELS THAT THE LENSES WILL CONTINUE TO FALL OFF THE VEHICLE AND PREVENT HIM FROM USING THE…”
2006 Suzuki Boulevard M109R — common questions
Is the 2006 Suzuki Boulevard M109R reliable?
NHTSA data argues against it: 49 complaints put the 2006 model at #2 of 5 Boulevard M109R years. It is one of the Boulevard M109R years to avoid.
What are the most common 2006 Boulevard M109R problems?
According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are transmission (35 complaints), brakes (7 complaints), engine (3 complaints).
Does the 2006 Suzuki Boulevard M109R have recalls?
No. NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 2006 Suzuki Boulevard M109R.
Which Suzuki Boulevard M109R years should you avoid?
Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Boulevard M109R years to avoid are 2007, 2006. The cleanest record among Boulevard M109R years belongs to 2011.
Related
Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.
Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.