Suzuki Boulevard C50 vs Honda Vt750 Shadow Spirit
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Suzuki Boulevard C50 vs Honda Vt750 Shadow Spirit. Suzuki Boulevard C50: 50 hp @ 7,400 rpm (estimated; Suzuki does not officially publish power figures for this model) hp, 247 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 170 km/h (estimated; note: manufacturer does not publish official top speed), Motoryk rating 7.2/10. Honda Vt750 Shadow Spirit: 45 hp @ 5,500 rpm hp, 236 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 170 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.8/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Suzuki Boulevard C50
Honda Vt750 Shadow Spirit
Horsepower (hp)
50 hp
45 hp
Torque (Nm)
65 Nm
60 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
170 km/h
170 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
247 kg
236 kg
Type
Cruiser
Cruiser
Horsepower
50 hp @ 7,400 rpm (estimated; Suzuki does not officially publish power figures for this model)
45 hp @ 5,500 rpm
Torque
65 Nm @ 3,200 rpm (estimated)
60 Nm @ 3,000 rpm
Top Speed
170 km/h (estimated; note: manufacturer does not publish official top speed)
170 km/h
Weight
247 kg (wet/curb weight)
236 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
5.5 L/100km or approximately 18 km/L (typical real-world average)
4.5 L/100km or approximately 22 km/L
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Suzuki Boulevard C50
7.2/10
"Dependable, affordable cruiser that delivers exactly what it promises."
Pros
+Bulletproof shaft drive reliability
+Comfortable all-day ergonomics
+Smooth low-rev torque
Cons
−Carb issues from sitting
−Zero excitement factor
−Front brake feels wooden
Honda Vt750 Shadow Spirit
7.8/10
"The most reliable used cruiser under four grand, full stop."
Pros
+Nearly unbreakable engine reliability
+Shaft drive, no chain hassle
+Low, confidence-inspiring seat height
Cons
−Carb models need regular attention
−Suspension tuning is basic
−Limited aftermarket performance parts
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