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Message started by jcstokes on 02/25/16 at 23:57:54

Title: S40 is dead
Post by jcstokes on 02/25/16 at 23:57:54

You Americans may have seen this, but if you haven't, go to www.Trademe.co.nz and check listing 9693370 for 2016 colours and badging.

Title: Re: S40 is dead
Post by Art Webb on 02/26/16 at 08:06:54

I don't get it, they show a 2016 S40, but if it's really that cheap you get a screaming deal

Title: Re: S40 is dead
Post by Art Webb on 02/26/16 at 08:12:12

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/cruiser/auction-969393970.htmhttp://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/cruiser/auction-1039746361.htm

Title: Re: S40 is dead
Post by Art Webb on 02/26/16 at 08:13:15

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/cruiser/auction-969393970.htm
this one's a 2015, maybe they're trying to get the old models out to get the 2016s in?

Title: Re: S40 is dead
Post by verslagen1 on 02/26/16 at 08:21:36

yep...
http://www.suzukicycles.com/Product%20Lines/Cycles/Products/Boulevard%20S40/2016/S40.aspx

and still has a carb

is that tank badge a sticker?

1986 to 2016... 30 year anniversary and nothing special. :(

Title: Re: S40 is dead
Post by norm92de on 02/26/16 at 09:03:51

One thing about the S40 is that it is more or less unique.

Nothing else out there has the combination of attributes. Most bikes seem to be built for giant long legged people, which is fine if you are one of them. I'm not! :( 800lbs? or even 600, give me a break. I have nightmares about hot exhaust pipes pinning my leg down. :'(

Title: Re: S40 is dead
Post by cheapnewb24 on 02/26/16 at 16:46:12

I like the new sticker, besides being cool, it doesn't jab your knees when hugging the tank. I have a Savage, so I don't have to worry about that.

Title: Re: S40 is dead
Post by pg on 02/26/16 at 17:44:56

I always liked the white s40, I'm not so sure about the blue. I didn't realize it was an anniversary model. 8-)

Best regards,

Title: Re: S40 is dead
Post by Dave on 02/27/16 at 05:04:49

6F787E727D6D1F0 wrote:

I didn't realize it was an anniversary model. 8-)

I don't think Suzuki has yet realized it either!

Title: Re: S40 is dead
Post by Serowbot on 02/27/16 at 06:33:38

They must be waiting for the big five-0 ... ;D ;D ;D...

Title: Re: S40 is dead
Post by justin_o_guy2 on 02/27/16 at 07:40:16

What a load....

Petrol
Transmission Details: 5 Speed Manual LAMS approved. **************************** Check this bike out by video! Click on the *View their Website* link on Dealers Details below! **************************** This gleaming beauty is what custom cruising all about. The Boulevard S40 takes that timeless single-cylinder design and adds a shot of advanced Suzuki technology to create a bike that combines exciting performance with rock-solid reliability. One of the S40s major attractions is its lightweight responsiveness - its great for cruising down the boulevard or beyond the city limits. Wherever you ride, one twist of the throttle rewards you with a blast of low-end and mid-range torque. And when youre up to cruising speed, youll really appreciate the engines smooth performance. The Boulevard S40 - designed for you to enjoy the simple pleasure and pure excitement of motorcycling. Test rides, finance and insurance are all available today. Avon City Motorcycles is a purpose built destination store based in Christchurch specialising in new BMWs, Suzukis and used late model motorcycles. Our well-presented showroom boasts an extensive range of quality product from premium brands such as Arai, Alpinestars, Bell, Dragon, ELF, Bel-Ray, and GIVI along with over 90 new and used motorcycles and a range of BMW and Suzuki Genuine Parts. Our enthusiastic and passionate staff back up these brands with decades of combined industry experience and here 6 days a week to help you with all of your motorcycling needs.

The Boulevard S40 takes that timeless single-cylinder design and adds a shot of advanced Suzuki technology to create a bike that combines exciting performance with rock-solid reliability.

Uh huhh... that certainly explains why so many cam chains need attention Prior to actually failing to meet specs.
Which
Advanced
Suzuki technology is he talking about?
The bike is unrefined, harsh, simple, I bought mine new, kept inside, pampered, and rode the snot outta the thing. It required maintenance. Tool time versus ride time, at first, wasn't so great.
By twenty thousand miles, seems it was sorted out. Didn't think I would ever ride again, sold it.

Anyway, a Smooth single? Yeehaa, it's counterbalanced.
It's, to me, the Essence of riding. Minimal BS , you, machine, go. Handling can be weird. One sweeper I liked, the exit speed was dictated by the suspension. Between 65 and 70, handlebars started oscillating back and forth,, but I kept trying.

In short, IF the bike WAS everything the ad Says it is, there'd be a Bunch more of them on the streets..

Title: Re: S40 is dead
Post by KennyG on 02/27/16 at 09:10:41

Justin,

To sell the Savage/LS650/S40 you need owners that are willing to put up with a lot of the faults built into the bike. I have always liked big singles since my first BSA 350 Gold Star dubbed "The Boys Racer" and I have never found any of them to be free of mechanical issues. It looks like perhaps the newer Yamaha reproductions could be less of a hassle than some big singles and the geometry on the Yamaha is much better than the S40.

I am keeping both of my singles and if I inherit a bunch of money I would probably buy one of the Yamaha singles.

Just saying.

Kenny G

Title: Re: S40 is dead
Post by oldNslow on 02/27/16 at 12:20:24

I'd be really interested to know exactly how many countries these bikes are sold in, and where they sell the most. Suzuki wouldn't keep cranking them out basically unchanged for 30 years if they weren't making money on them.

My guess is that in some parts of the world with tierd licensing schemes they might fall into a category without a lot of competitors.

Title: Re: S40 is dead
Post by Kris01 on 02/27/16 at 15:27:40

4F71707C6E72731D0 wrote:

My guess is that in some parts of the world with tierd licensing schemes they might fall into a category without a lot of competitors.

'zactly!

Title: Re: S40 is dead
Post by jcstokes on 02/28/16 at 22:25:55

As far as I'm aware they are currently sold in USA, Canada, NZ, and have just been re introduced to Australia. Gizzo may correct me on that.

Title: Re: S40 is dead
Post by jcstokes on 03/04/16 at 23:45:21

I was wrong, it does say S40 slightly behind and beneath the Boulevard "sticker?" on the side of the tank.