2005 Suzuki Boulevard C90 Black Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
At the heart of the 2005 Suzuki Boulevard C90 Black custom - cruiser motorcycle, Suzuki pairs a 1474.9 cc (90 cu in) oil & air-cooled v2, four-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 96.0 x 101.0 mm (3.8 x 4.0 inches) with a 8.5:1 compression ratio.
On the scales, the Boulevard C90 Black measures 316 kg (697 lbs) dry. Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 700 mm (27.6 in) seat height — giving shorter riders and urban commuters confident flat-foot reach at traffic stops, combined with a 1,700 mm (66.9 in) wheelbase engineered for planted straight-line stability. The 14-liter (3.7 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Suzuki archive, this model family spans 4 indexed model years from 2005 to 2008, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Standover Height
700 mm (27.6 in)
Engine
Displacement1474.9 ccm (90.00 cubic inches)
Engine TypeV2, four-stroke
Engine DetailsV2, four-stroke
Compression8.5:1
Bore x Stroke96.0 x 101.0 mm (3.8 x 4.0 inches)
Valves/Cylinder3
Fuel SystemInjection
Fuel ControlSingle Overhead Cams (SOHC)
CoolingOil & air
Transmission
Gearbox5-speed
Final DriveShaft drive (cardan) (final drive)
Chassis
Frame TypeSoft-tail-style frame creates a continuous flowing line from the headlight, through the fuel tank, seat and rear fender
Front SuspensionTelescopic, coil spring, oil damped
Rear SuspensionLink-type, oil damped, 5-way adjustable spring preload
Wheelbase1700 mm (66.9 inches)
Ground Clearance140 mm (5.5 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre150/80-16
Rear Tyre180/70-M15
Front BrakesDouble disc
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight316.0 kg (696.7 pounds)
Seat Height700 mm (27.6 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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Weight
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Suspension
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Transmission
Transmission and final drive affect maintenance, smoothness and everyday usability.
