2025 Suzuki Boulevard C50T Review | Specs, Price & Touring Comfort | C50T Special Edition

There are moments when a bike rolls into the spotlight and instantly makes you say – “Man, here it is… it’s finally here!”
That’s exactly the feeling the 2025 Suzuki Boulevard C50T brings. Big, bold, refined, and beautifully nostalgic, this 2025 cruiser is a touring-ready machine that gives premium comfort without the premium price tag.

A Deep, Nostalgic, and Touring-Focused Cruiser

The touring-trim model is officially named the Suzuki Boulevard C50T Special Edition, powered by a 50-cubic-inch V-twin (805cc) engine. The “50” in the name is where the C50 badge comes from – and trust me, those dual pipes growl with a sound that brings serious Harley-style nostalgia.

It sits low, rides relaxed, and looks timeless thanks to:

• Classic whitewall, tubeless tires

• Pearl Brilliant White paint with an embossed Special Edition seat

• LED tail light and Twin-Muffler rumble

• Removable touring windshield

• Real-touring stance with leather-look studs, steel accents, and a wide comfy saddle

Starting Up & First Ride Impression

The ignition key sits in front of the fuel tank. Turn it, pull the clutch, pops into first using a W-shaped heel-toe shifter, and wow – the transmission is shockingly smooth.

The cruiser’s floorboards add a relaxed highway stance, which I personally love on long rides. Even without mirror adjustment, the bike balances effortlessly thanks to its low center of gravity and steel twin-beam frame.

LCD Instrument Cluster – Effective & Simple

The dash keeps it classic yet helpful, showing:

• Odometer & time

• Trip A / Trip B meters

• Gear indicator

• Fuel gauge

It strongly reminds me of the 2025 Kawasaki Vulcan 900, especially in feel and sound. The digital cluster does the job without fancy distraction — perfect for riders who want focus, not complexity.

Key 2025 Suzuki C50T Specifications

The 5-speed gearbox is tuned high in the 5th gear range, meaning most riders won’t miss a 6th unless they live above 80-85 mph regularly.

Shaft Drive = Major Win for 2025 Cruising

One of the biggest highlights: Shaft-drive reliability. Compared to belts and chains, shaft-drive is ultra-low maintenance, clean, durable, and perfect for touring riders.

And here’s the best part — this bike costs under $10k.
Something similar from Harley normally costs $25k-$27k, meaning you could almost buy three C50Ts for the same money.

Touring Comfort for the Passenger

• Wide plush seat for the co-rider (or “the wife” as we say!)

• Comfortable passenger pegs

• Helmet lock access near the rear

• Battery access using side key

Whether your passenger is riding often or not, this saddle is one of the most comfortable in the segment.

Ride Feel & Real-World Gears

• 1st gear → effortless balance, no feet down

• 2nd gear → confident pull

• 3rd & 4th → relaxed shift transitions

• 50 mph in 3rd feels smooth and ready to stretch

• 5th locks into a long cruising rhythm

This cruiser feels confident at city speed and surprisingly composed on highways.

Final Verdict

The 2025 Suzuki Boulevard C50T Special Edition is:

✅ Gorgeous Pearl Brilliant White styling
✅ Butter-smooth 5-speed gearbox
✅ Low center of gravity = super easy balance
✅ LED tail light & nostalgic whitewalls
✅ Shaft-drive = ultra-low maintenance for touring
✅ 53 HP / 53 ft-lb = ideal cruiser power band
✅ Excellent value at ~$9,800 USD

This is one of the best affordable touring cruisers of 2025. It checks almost every box and leaves your wallet smiling.

A Big Thanks to Plano Kawasaki Suzuki

A huge shoutout to Plano Kawasaki Suzuki, a trusted dealership in Plano, Texas — thanks for allowing real ride impressions and bringing this beautiful 2025 machine to life on camera.