My 3rd M109R and ive never had one single problem . I was a Harley División guy not anymore ...I absolutely love my suzuki M109R ....
@tonykartracer8032
4 жыл бұрын
Good on ya for being honest about the transmission issue when re-selling the bike unlike the guy that sold it to you. Seems to be a lack of character and integrity these days with people.
@BrandonBicasso
4 жыл бұрын
Yep, it is what it is. I'm content with the outcome, though. ❤️
@hotrodfanatic1
4 жыл бұрын
I'm just going to play devils advocate here.....isn't it possible the previous owner wasn't aware of the problem? Of course, that's likely not the case.....but it IS entirely possible. I owned a 2007 with the 2nd gear failure and I was able to ride it around without an issue so long as I did not accelerate hard in 2nd gear. Maybe he rode it like a girl.....just sayin
@daryllmroberts7958
4 жыл бұрын
yes,, was a good karma,,integrity move on your part,,,i have bought bikes that had issues,,,i bought my 08 zx14 without a test ride,,,guy had no idea if i could ride a bike,,let alone a 175hp one,,but happy i bought it
@BrandonBicasso
4 жыл бұрын
It's entirely possible that he didn't know HOWEVER, when I asked him several times about it when I got home, I never got a reply back, lol.
@walkingwiththewilliamsons5982
2 жыл бұрын
Your honesty and integrity will get you so far in life man! 💯 Best of luck to you on all that life has for you! Much respect from Greenville, NC, keep doing you bro!
@BrandonBicasso
2 жыл бұрын
Preciate the words! 💪🏾😎
@alfrede.neuman8611
4 жыл бұрын
I will forever be curious about the M109R. I had two bikes I wanted when I got back into riding. They were the M109R and the VTX 1800. I had actually all but decided on the M109R and then out of the blue, had a deal fall into my lap for a VTX 1800 I couldn't pass up. Bought the VTX....customised the heck out of it. Love the bike....not complaints what so ever. But damn if I'm not still itching for an M109R.
@BrandonBicasso
4 жыл бұрын
Satisfy that itch ; )
@junkinthebrain
4 жыл бұрын
Great video and cool story! Thanks for sharing!
@BrandonBicasso
4 жыл бұрын
Sure thing!
@AMM-VideoUsa
4 жыл бұрын
I sold my 2007 M109 with 50k for 3500 , i told the buyer about the 2nd Gear issue. This bikes where hot items in 2013..
@BrandonBicasso
4 жыл бұрын
Good on you ❤❤❤
@AveryGSX750
2 ай бұрын
Good lookin brody. Appreciate the wisdom was lookin at this M109R while my 750 was in the shop think I'll pass on this now 🫡
@BrandonBicasso
2 ай бұрын
Just get one 2010+ 🤙🏾
@UncleRobsGarage
3 жыл бұрын
Mine is awesome! Since I built my own clutch rod ,and raised my foot pegs up 2' ,and back 2".
@BUZZR0D
2 жыл бұрын
Why are you trying to flip bikes if you can't even change fork seals? The M109R isn't a bad bike but the previous owner was a bad rider that destroyed the transmission. Some people are not smooth operators.
@angelsuarez17
4 жыл бұрын
Awesome video. You got a new subscriber!!!
@BrandonBicasso
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks, Angel! Welcome!
@chrishunter5041
4 жыл бұрын
we've all had are fingers burnt at some stage in life "it happens"
@BrandonBicasso
4 жыл бұрын
Truuue. Putting it out there so people can learn from my mistakes.
@sinbrujulaamericano7070
3 жыл бұрын
I like your videos bro beautiful motorcycles ‼️ saludos de México 😎🤜🏻🤛🏻
@taps_1021
4 жыл бұрын
Just buy the challenger 🙂🙂
@BrandonBicasso
4 жыл бұрын
Whew...
@theoldmanflynchmotovlog4846
4 жыл бұрын
I agree!
@TheHow707
Жыл бұрын
Question: I know this is way after the fact because I'm just seeing this. I own a 2015 Boss and it seems that (your) main problem was shiesty seller error over Suzuki manufacturing error? Trying to make the correlation.
@BrandonBicasso
Жыл бұрын
The correlation is clear. Early model M109Rs had transmission issues. I bought one that had a transmission issue that should’ve been recalled. It’s the worst bike I’ve owned from a mechanical standpoint. Doesn’t mean I don’t enjoy riding it. A quick google search “M109R transmission” shows the frustration and challenges owners had to go through with this issue.
@TheHow707
Жыл бұрын
Understood. Well knock on wood, I haven't experienced anything yet on mine. Love your content bro. Subbed.
@BrandonBicasso
Жыл бұрын
Sure thing. Transmission got a buff in 2010 so it’s been fixed for awhile.
@PrecisePBJ
4 жыл бұрын
1:39 thanks for showing us "crazies" we aren't alone. LMAO over here with the familiarity! Oh and get an Indian ✌👍
@BrandonBicasso
4 жыл бұрын
Hard to not be when you talk to yourself, lol. I'm sure people driving by were entertained. I'm probably on a Facebook video on someone's page right now.
@TheWrenchist
Ай бұрын
I have had 27 bikes and been riding 43 years I ABSOLUTELY LOVE MY M109. Open exhaust
@TheWrenchist
Ай бұрын
Yellow and white limited color like you blue one
@BrandonBicasso
Ай бұрын
Hella cool!
@BPaul-hk2jh
4 жыл бұрын
Also when buying bikes, push up and down on the forks strongly and see if fork oil gets pushed out and is left on the tubes.
@BrandonBicasso
4 жыл бұрын
Solid idea.
@wilburwolf7629
4 жыл бұрын
TLDR; M109R is not a bad bike, he just got boned one time because he didn’t test ride a bike he was trying to flip.
@BrandonBicasso
4 жыл бұрын
Ooooo, sensational.
@susdad
2 жыл бұрын
I just yawned and got the flavor of kodiak wintergreen in my mouth. Haven’t chewed in 10 years. Gross 🤢
@BrandonBicasso
2 жыл бұрын
Lol 😂
@lavery0365
3 жыл бұрын
I too owned an M109, but I didn't keep it that long to experience the quirks, THANK GOD.
@BrandonBicasso
3 жыл бұрын
Ima have mine till the wheels fall off
@lavery0365
3 жыл бұрын
@@BrandonBicasso in the future, what would be the bike right now you'd purchase if the sun & moon where financially in the right orbit, just curious?
@BrandonBicasso
3 жыл бұрын
2020 Rocket 3 R
@vinnybadali9821
4 жыл бұрын
Great commentary Mr. Bicasso
@BrandonBicasso
4 жыл бұрын
Preciate that!
@natebell651
Жыл бұрын
I just bought a 2008 m109r 2weeks ago and I was just wondering what type of oil do you use ? Because I keep getting different answers like I should use car synthetic oil or just motorcycle oil.
@BrandonBicasso
Жыл бұрын
I always use Mobil 1 V-Twin oil. I’m sure others have good experience with other oil. Just make sure you get the oil change right.
@keithstreger2757
3 жыл бұрын
I've had my M109R since 2008. Love the bike. Never had any issues.
@BrandonBicasso
3 жыл бұрын
That's awesome, Keith!
@terrencejackson4587
4 жыл бұрын
I’ve owned a 2012 and it was a phenomenal experience and ride. I enjoyed the bike all the way around. It stayed garaged and only rode it in Arizona winter months. Unfortunately I was hit by an SUV in 2019 and it was totaled out. I’d buy another one, but I dislike the two tone colors of the 19/20.
@BrandonBicasso
4 жыл бұрын
Oh no. Glad you're still here at least. Can always get another 9.
@terrancecook1706
2 жыл бұрын
Thinking of buying a 2012 m109r2 tomorrow. I just don’t know a lot about them.
@billpentelow6941
2 жыл бұрын
If you are buying and selling bikes you should be able to fix them, its no big deal. The Gearbox would have cost you a day and the fork seals an hour.
@BrandonBicasso
4 жыл бұрын
If anyone is curious, the puddle under the bike wasn't oil. It was water from washing it. 😌
@BrandonBicasso
4 жыл бұрын
@jcthawaii 😎
@travisconrad5035
4 жыл бұрын
@jcthawaii not sure why are Harley would ride so much better a black line the hardtail and the Softail all ride like like crap and u can feel the seat bolt on your tsilbone. My VTX will smoke all three of them and is a way more comfortable. HONDA#1
@travisconrad5035
4 жыл бұрын
@jcthawaii strange I met a guy that lived in Hawaii had the exact same bike as myself but whatever enjoy fixing your Harley hahaha
@BrandonBicasso
4 жыл бұрын
@@travisconrad5035 actually, I've smoked several VTXs.. Including a F. No comparison to the 109s ability to put down power.
@BrandonBicasso
4 жыл бұрын
@@travisconrad5035 okay, I'll say this. Can't say "no comparison", but what makes the 109 special is what it does with what it has.
@jethrox827
4 жыл бұрын
I went through this with a 2005 Rocket 3, i think I was depressed at the time and wanted the biggest monster I could afford. I had to lobby Triumph to get the secret recall done which was a full pull down of the motor to replace gear shift parts and a tail shaft bearing. The bike goes well now and been sitting in my garage for years with less than 20k on it. When I rarely ride it, there's always someone who wants to talk about it, it's like an event riding something so big and with so much torque it still gives me a high every time i pull from the lights, i still love it.
@BrandonBicasso
4 жыл бұрын
Wow, glad you were able to get it fixed. Awesome that you have it at your disposal when you want a quick blast. : )
@dynamicduck8777
3 жыл бұрын
I mean no disrespect or offense, but to me the Boulevard sounds like a sewing machine in a metal tube. The bikes are beautiful, and that's not something I say often since I'm a traditional HD guy. My buddy has a white 109 BOSS and it handles ok and has decent power for sure it's just not for me.
@BrandonBicasso
3 жыл бұрын
😂😂😂 Not the first time I’ve heard that. I’ve had people tell me it sounds like a Jake Brake while decelerating so people hear different things.
@justinneill5003
4 жыл бұрын
Interesting vid, but this is not about the M109R being a bad bike. Mine is a 2007 (same colour, same spec as the one you got shafted with) and I totally love it. It’s never let me down. This is could be about ANY bike, they are all machines and machines need proper maintenance and can’t be abused without limits or they break down . Even a Honda :) For the record I also have a Kawasaki Z1000SX Sports Tourer which is a great bike, in many ways more practical & versatile... and yet if I could keep only one it would be the M109R without question. If you’d been talking about it’s size and weight, or its cornering limitations, I’d have understood more... but people in the market for this bike aren’t going to be bothered by that, or they wouldn’t be into cruisers in the first place. Effortless power, smooth fuel injection, comfort, and nice seat height, and even handling (if you allow for the size and ground clearance) and of course its sheer presence..... the M109R (or M1800R or VZR1800 as it’s called here in the UK) is an awesome bike.
@BrandonBicasso
4 жыл бұрын
Lol, I never said it wasn't an awesome bike. I got the title correct. It's the worst bike I've owned simply from the added expense of fixing a gearing issue. You can still have a bad experience and love the thing that caused it. And everyone who disliked the video missed the entire point. People were burned by the second gear issue and I made the video so people hopefully wouldn't make my mistake. That issue shouldn't have been there to begin with on the 109.
@aleksandrokolodko3592
Жыл бұрын
If I had v star 650 for a year. Do you think it makes sense to buy this one ?
@justinneill5003
Жыл бұрын
@@aleksandrokolodko3592 Yes, it makes sense. I jumped from having a CB600R for a couple of years, to the M109R (M1800R in Europe.) The difficult bit was the physical handling of the bike on the driveway and yard, as it is double the weight; but when you’re sat on it, the low seat height compensates (I’m 5’8”:and can easily flat foot it at the lights.) Once you’re on the move, the weight melts away and you soon get the feel of it. It would probably be easier for you, coming from a middleweight cruiser you will already be used to the riding position and the lower ground clearance etc (I was coming from a sports bike, so it felt weird at first.) It’s a huge step up in power, but I always say the bike is only as powerful as your wrist wants it to be and I rode mine well within its limits for the first couple of months while I grew accustomed to it.
@danjohnston9473
4 жыл бұрын
Wisdom on 2 wheels. Much appreciated.
@BrandonBicasso
4 жыл бұрын
I try, I try.
@danielgannon9502
4 жыл бұрын
Enjoyed this very much! The whole story telling thing is cool IMO...and I dig trains so thanks!
@BrandonBicasso
4 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it, Daniel :)
@dlmckenz
4 жыл бұрын
Stuck around for the whole video because I was so interested. I picked up a 2016 gray B.O.S.S. in 2017 and I love it. No really issues so far, had some new tires thrown on and dyno tuned it since I added K&N filters and bored out the exhaust baffles. Reslly helped out my horsepower and torque curves (110hp and 100 ft/lbs, respectively). Now it's time for me to start on the visual mods, and then toss on a new exhaust for a meaner exhaust tone.
@BrandonBicasso
4 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it. Love the B.O.S.S in that color. Never had mine dyno'd actually.
@OZARKSHDRIDERS
4 жыл бұрын
That's definitely a big problem when the bike isn't shifting right,ya gotta be able to be safe, flipping bike's isn't always easy to do brother, ride safe live long Brother 💯✌️😎
@BrandonBicasso
4 жыл бұрын
It's not easy, but it's incredibly fun and rewarding. More on that. : )
@OZARKSHDRIDERS
4 жыл бұрын
@@BrandonBicasso I hear ya brother 💯👍
@grandmaster-grouch
4 жыл бұрын
one love bro!
@CrusaderGeneral
4 жыл бұрын
Brother, I admire your integrity! God takes notice!
@BrandonBicasso
4 жыл бұрын
❤️❤️❤️❤️
@Mechaneer
4 жыл бұрын
I had a 2006 M109R from 2016 to about 2.5 years later. Brought it from about 6k miles to 21k miles during that time. I absolutely loved the way it looked, especially with the Yani Shiki blade levers and spiked grips and pegs I installed, and loved the way it sounded and all the power, but ended up dropping quite a lot of money and time on repairs. I replaced the entire clutch. A separate time the clutch cable snapped and replaced that, I also eventually developed the leaky forky and had to take those completely apart to replace a cheap seal at the bottom, and in the end I had an overheating issue whenever sitting at stop lights that I was never able to resolve even after replacing the thermostat and having a garage do some other troubleshooting on the cooling system. I continued to ride it almost daily with the overheating issue going on the last year I had the bike because I could never resolve it and it didn't overheat unless I found myself sitting at stoplights for extended periods from thick inner-city traffic. So I just stuck to highways as much as possible. The last thing I had to replace was the key cylinder that someone in my neighborhood ripped out trying to hotwire and steal the thing. I found my bike downhill from where I had parked it with the key cylinder gutted and wires splayed out. At least it had an engine turnover override in the computer when it doesn't have a certain resistance coming from the key cylinder even though it was a 12-year-old bike at that point. That was it for me. Bought a used key cylinder and key for it on eBay, installed that bitch and sold the darn thing for what I could get for it which ended up being $2,800. Despite all this I would actually consider getting another one sometime down the road, but it would have to be a comparatively newer one. And I'd have to do research and find that the kinks from the older models have been worked out.
@BrandonBicasso
4 жыл бұрын
Duuude, you went through A LOT! I get your love for it even after all of that. Mine has almost 40K miles and issues are beginning to pop up left and right. No intentions on selling it, though. Gonna strip it, and fix it. Thanks for telling your story.
@SetsunaKiryuKengan
Жыл бұрын
All 2016 and above model are fixed with, No more 2nd gear failure. 2023 M109 R Boulevard BOSS is a Beast.
@ut1004bp
4 жыл бұрын
While on this subject, You forgot to inform us about the history of the common(?) Gear failure, and which model years are more problematic
@BrandonBicasso
4 жыл бұрын
06-08 were most common. Some have seen it on a few years after that, but definitely the 06-08s. Was a hit or miss, though. I know a bunch of people with those years including myself that didn't have the problem.
@ajmcrae3716
4 жыл бұрын
Bought an 06 and thankfully I was a "hit or miss" that the 2nd gear problem missed! Had about 3k miles when I bought it from a dealer, but I would only agree to the purchase if they gave me some kind of warranty. The salesman said they dont usually give warranties, but when I googled the problem and showed him he understood my concern and have me a 30 day warranty on the tranny. Like Brandon said, I rode the PISS out of it for those 30 days and confirmed there were no 2nd gear issues. Great video Brandon. Love the play on the worst/best bike you've owned being the two 109's. Keep it up
@tax905972
4 жыл бұрын
2008 m50,5th gear when riding for a while especially in the summer months.
@rickhunt3183
4 жыл бұрын
So what motorcycle have you enjoyed the most? How was that Indian compared to the Suzuki?
@BrandonBicasso
4 жыл бұрын
@Rick Hunt different kind of rides, actually. If you're referring to my Bobber, I preferred it around town. Suzuki on longer rides. Since there's so much interest in the 109, might make a follow up to that.
@johnmignano7872
2 ай бұрын
Always, it pays to be handy with a wrench...thanks for sharing
@BrandonBicasso
2 ай бұрын
Most def.
@ANONYMOUSBIKERUSA
4 жыл бұрын
For $350, you learned a lot ! That’s a deal in my book ! Nice job 👍🏼
@BrandonBicasso
4 жыл бұрын
I agree!
@johnwelander9783
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing you advice. I made a similar mistake many years ago with a Benelli 750 Sei, and I did take it for a test drive. It cut out on me but started again easily. I have fallen for it by then and still bought it. Had one electrical issue after another and got rid of it after a year. Was a lovely machine when it went smoothly. Never actually broke down, but was annoying... Good to be reminded to be careful.
@BrandonBicasso
4 жыл бұрын
Defintiely. That's exactly why I made the video.
@RobertoHernandez-nd8qo
4 жыл бұрын
Same thing happened to me with a 2002 Kawasaki Nomad . Now, whenever test riding a bike, I go through the gears HARD.
@BrandonBicasso
4 жыл бұрын
Damn, how about that. Not too much of a financial hit I hope.
@JohnSmith-sq7cv
4 жыл бұрын
Great information about the problem and a honest review. One suggestion...ya got to learn to work on them yourself ...they are VERY easy to work on and doing that job yourself is a mere small fraction of the dealer quote. Fork seals are super easy and super cheap to do yourself. To successfully flip anything...you have to be able to utilize yourself to absorb costs.
@BrandonBicasso
4 жыл бұрын
You're 100% right. Part of it was fear and not knowing anything about it. Next time, I jump in I'll have the know how. Trust me 💪🏾
@BrandonBicasso
4 жыл бұрын
Fork seals are in need of replacing on my blue 109 now. Gonna attempt to do it myself.
@JohnSmith-sq7cv
4 жыл бұрын
Yeah honestly they are very easy to work on. Good luck with the seals! A little research on the job can also go a long way if needed. Take your time, stay organized, take pictures on your phone if needed to remember how you took it apart and good luck!!
@Joe-kb1sm
2 жыл бұрын
couldn't have said it better. only thing I could add is to buy a service manual. ride safe.
@treeguyable
4 жыл бұрын
Bought a 78 Yamaha 750 special, 3 cyl. New in 78. A few yrs later, 2nd gear went out. Just drove it like that for yrs. Got a 92 Vmax, bought it like 17 yrs ago, 2nd gear went out in it. I still ride it with no 2nd gear.
@BrandonBicasso
4 жыл бұрын
I feel that. It definitely could have been ridden easily without the second gear. On my 2007, I bang through second gear a lot.
@itsthebike6672
4 жыл бұрын
You are a good guy Brandon! Always take a second rider with you to evaluate as well. Often we are blind to obvious faults cause of the in love factor.
@BrandonBicasso
4 жыл бұрын
Preciate that! ❤❤❤
@tomassoyweyvon4902
2 жыл бұрын
Great advice
@fester16100
3 ай бұрын
Always test ride it, even when u do hidden things happen
@BrandonBicasso
3 ай бұрын
Facts
@tomassoyweyvon4902
2 жыл бұрын
You're a very honest man, sorry to here you had such a let down, safe travels and wish you the best, thanks for sharing!
@BrandonBicasso
2 жыл бұрын
It was my fault but it’s a lesson learned. I put this out there so others can learn from my mistakes. 👌🏾
@Huffim
4 жыл бұрын
ive seen him on city of god.
@BrandonBicasso
4 жыл бұрын
Who dat? Me? 👀
@eriklindholm6577
4 жыл бұрын
Your editing skills are improving. Love seeing the growth. Your story telling style was Good information thank you.
@BrandonBicasso
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for noticing, Erik!!!
@iamrasta69
4 жыл бұрын
Good video and sorry for your bad experience. I own a 06 M109R and it couldn't be better. Sounds like the shift star was needing to be replaced. Its a common problem with that bike and far less that $2500 to fix. Bike stand and a couple of hours would've knocked it out. Curious? Have you been in contact with the guy you sold it to? Wondering if that was the fix.
@BrandonBicasso
4 жыл бұрын
Nah, no contact after the sell. Could've been a shift star or the fork, but it would pop out of gear after a successful shift. If I did it again today, I'd be prepared to tear it apart myself to find out.
@ChannelNobby
2 жыл бұрын
I don't own a car. I ride my 2019 Suzuki Boulevard M109r to work, shops, everywhere. I ride on weekends with my motorcycle club. in 3 years, I've done 22,000+ km (serviced every 6,000km). Still love it, never had any faults since I drove it out of the shop. I have no hesitation in recommending the M109r for anyone interested in a big bike for a smaller price (compared to harley/indian/bmw/etc). I guess it helps being the only owner and knowing every detail of your machine. When you look good, you ride better, you feel good :)
@BrandonBicasso
2 жыл бұрын
Well said!!!!
@jsheppard6030
4 жыл бұрын
🧐🧐🧐 I’m sensing sarcasm 😅😂🤣
@BrandonBicasso
4 жыл бұрын
It's not, actually. 😬
@jamesspencer406
4 жыл бұрын
Sorry B I like the 109 especially in that blue.Truth is I'm sick and like just about any bike.I have 2 and always thinking on others! More money more money ,I would have a building full of em.In meantime fortunatel to have k1600b and scout bobber
@TheGorillaBiker
4 жыл бұрын
This was an excellent video man, you're a natural storyteller :) Also losing a few 100 isn't so bad at the end of the day and you made that guys day I'd imagine who could fix it himself.
@BrandonBicasso
4 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!!!! I want to get to the point where I can fix it myself, but I'm happy that someone got it that would enjoy it more.
@isaacm.4369
4 жыл бұрын
Really liking the direction your channel is going. Im digging the story telling approach along with the camera positions!
@BrandonBicasso
4 жыл бұрын
More on that! Glad you all are noticing and appreciating the changes.
@michaelirish1445
4 жыл бұрын
There is a large number of people with 2nd gear slip in Suzuki forums with this model. The worst part of this is, they are saying it was a manufacturing issue that should be covered by warranty. Given this is a Safty concern built into the bike and not a wear issue, one would think the honest thing to do would be to cover it on warranty as a call back defect. Personally I will stay clear of Suzuki bike after reading that.
@BrandonBicasso
4 жыл бұрын
Yeah, Suzuki slipped off with the 109 and quietly fixed it. Some people were able to get it covered under warranty but you were SOL if you got it second handed since it was never given a recall. I'd still buy a Suzuki after that event, though. I'd hope they learned from that along with my personal decision making.
@jamesjefferson9628
4 жыл бұрын
You Almost had me. Lol. Good one( in a Radio voice)
@BrandonBicasso
4 жыл бұрын
Now you already know, lol. There was truth in it, but definitely still loving my M109R.
@jamesjefferson9628
4 жыл бұрын
Had to send Big Purple off to the shop. Didn't want to start. Washed it and something went terribly wrong. Will keep you posted #Bigpurplewounded
@BrandonBicasso
4 жыл бұрын
Did you get it figured out?
@jamesjefferson9628
4 жыл бұрын
@@BrandonBicasso yes, the brain and, fuel scensor went out. Had to replace them, and rewire and replace the fuel pump . Replace and redirect wires in power box in battery. box and got a tune up. For $100 plus parts . Rode it to work last week.
@BrandonBicasso
4 жыл бұрын
@@jamesjefferson9628 Geez... Hope the parts didn't cost too much. Glad it's back up and going. Shit happens.
@MOUSEBOWEN
2 жыл бұрын
Súper awesome video awesome guy
@diggy-d8w
7 ай бұрын
I had to listen to your "Tail of Woe"...... most of us have been there, done that ! Maybe not w/ an M109R but this IS what "Flipping" vehicles is all about & not being a mechanic makes it inherently more difficult to make a good decision. I've bought all kinds of cH!T & some I paid top dollar to get bamboozled outta my money. You live -n- learn or ya don't and keep doing it? Depending on making money flipping vehicles requires you to be able to do the work or have a trusted mechanic that'll do you a solid. I never had that but there's some really good bike buyers guides on here, didn't have any of the internet to help me back in the day. It was by the seat of your pants.... watch that money... peace
@lastnline1
4 жыл бұрын
Get rid of the m109 and get another Indian!
@jonathannovak5961
4 жыл бұрын
Everyone (me included) wants BB back on an indian.
@BrandonBicasso
4 жыл бұрын
Y'all and these American twins :p
@jamesjefferson9628
4 жыл бұрын
Keep the 9, and see what's next. It just makes for great cinamatogriphy
@jonathannovak5961
4 жыл бұрын
@@BrandonBicasso the bobber is what brought you to my youtube subscription list. It's how I identify you. The 109 is like the sidekick with a sketchy backstory 😆
@BrandonBicasso
4 жыл бұрын
@@jonathannovak5961 LMAO, don't do that 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
@ROCKO633
Жыл бұрын
I'm listening because I've been looking at buying one of these bikes. I currently have a VL1500 LC
@VN9001
4 жыл бұрын
Really enjoyed this video Brandon, well done! Good on you for being up front and honest when selling it - and not bitter about your experience when buying (bummed out is understandable though!).
@BrandonBicasso
4 жыл бұрын
Of course not! People should know what to look for, though. Lot of hurt people in the comments, but I did my part to tell the story.
@tonya9311
4 жыл бұрын
Dude, I appreciate your integrity and honesty when you sold the bike. Shame on the snake who sold it to you. I plan on checking out more of your vids. Also, you didn’t mention your level of expertise in evaluating or repairing motorcycles, but I wouldn’t invest in anything that I didn’t have intimate knowledge of how it worked. If so, at least get a mechanic to look at it or you are going to lose your shirt. When investing, it’s not when some, lose some. It’s win big, win small.
@BrandonBicasso
4 жыл бұрын
Yeah, I can turn a wrench, but not to the point of tearing the gear box open. I could with enough time, but it was meant to be a quick month/two month flip. Didn't expect to have a 2K bill to pass on to the next person.
@stanlycat2146
4 жыл бұрын
I'm 5 minutes into this video and I haven't heard one thing about the bike.
@BrandonBicasso
4 жыл бұрын
Okay, click off or keep watching. Your choice.
@jessepelayo
4 жыл бұрын
What a waste of time. Brandon, your title discourages other potential riders from getting this bike because. You know is a great bike and you still ride one. This is a specific issue with this particular bike and not all M109rs.. Anyway. You just wasted 15 minutes of my life. 13 watching your video with a bad title (just to get views) and 2 typing this) oh GOD... I feel like a waste of time and energy. Enjoy your M109. I own one and I love it.
@FliGuyRyan
4 жыл бұрын
It is fairly misleading and click-baity. If you can modify the title, please do so. Good info, but, good vid overall. Stay safe man... 🙏
@MidnightRangeTM
2 жыл бұрын
@@BrandonBicasso the only critique I have on the title is I woulda said “a” m109 was the worst bike…….. not “the” 109 is the worst bike….. lil misleading
@joeMW284
2 ай бұрын
Yeah, that was definitely the right solution if you can't fix it yourself. It's a good thing you talked the original seller down.
@ms07ss
4 жыл бұрын
Nice story,lol had me there for a bit, I have a 2017 M109R b.o.s.s, bought brand new in 2018 had 6 miles on it, paid 8600 out the door.
@BrandonBicasso
4 жыл бұрын
Beautiful
@zedwpd
4 жыл бұрын
I have a 2017 BOSS bought brand new in 2018 with 4 miles and paid $9,500 dangit. But they did deliver it from South Dakota to Missouri for free.
@robertyoung5678
Ай бұрын
Awesome video and I learned quite a bit from it all right thank you👍🏆
@flewggle
9 ай бұрын
Oh brother. Here is Brandons other video. Why The M109R Is The BEST Muscle Bike I've Owned. What a joke.
@shooter-vx7xy
4 жыл бұрын
Yeah, I wanted an M109R until I found about the transmission issues. I thought maybe I could buy one cheap and fix it myself, but I watched videos on it and noped out pretty quick, lol. I do still like the bikes though. They look good and have good power.
@BrandonBicasso
4 жыл бұрын
Lol, outside of the transmission issue that some of them had, they're solid machines. I love mine and have no plans on selling it. I'm coming up on little service things here and there though like valve adjustments, though.
@SaLzZxi
Жыл бұрын
Bro I had this bike for 5 years(2006 Suzuki boulevard m109r)ong it’s such a good muscle bike just fix the gearing and keep it as a personal bike and optional change the exhaust thank me later 😉
@JT-dk9eo
Жыл бұрын
Great vid mate,,Rule no 1 when buying a bike you dont know much about - Research, the interweb is your friend,i have Ducatis,they are the most dangerous bike to buy if you dont know about them,,im looking at a m109 at the moment ,always liked them, first red flag that came up in my research was the gear box on the early models...
@kousikv2247
8 ай бұрын
Brother, your a good man..oh man.. just the test ride.. anyways, a big lesson. Thanks a million for educating us all.
@peteracke2209
2 жыл бұрын
Never has it taken so long and so many words to describe such a simple problem 14 mins could have been explained in about 4mins..good advice about the 2nd gear shift ..but man..rabbit on or what!!!!
@9mmnelson140
Жыл бұрын
I owned 1 enough to say. I love the bike let me rephrase it. I love other people owning them, Since New to 9k and sold for 3k only problem was the ladder in the garage put a dent in the tank. I was moving no one called about it. I dropped the price to 4,500 and got 1 caller on it used it for 3 years and for 4 years it sat.
@dwightbernheimer331
8 ай бұрын
Sounds like you got Everything you Deserved... 'Nuff said!!!...😏😏😏😏😏
@robertyoung5678
Ай бұрын
Wonder why does Suzuki M1 09R is one of the most underrated yo muscle performance motorcycles, you can buy for like really cheap🤔 I do have a 2019 Harley Davison with the stage three and a bigger cam that is really good performance but nothing like the Suzuki M109R🏆 I’m thinking this will probably be my next bike. You can get one of these bikes brand new from under $15,000 at someplace with the six-year warranty that’s amazing.🎉
@BrandonBicasso
Ай бұрын
Oh for sure. They’re great bikes. For those that want a used one, can find them for like $4000 😂
@ShkDwn-kb2bf
3 жыл бұрын
Hey bro I’m actually trying to sell my Vic for an M109R would be my fourth one n can’t seem to stay away from them. I’m just gonna be an multi bike owner I guess.
@matthew3792
Жыл бұрын
Always test drive the bike I recently bought a intruder low mileage good condition was told bike was mechanically sound took the people at there word start down the road stop bike idles way high and then stop and bike cuts off I ended up getting it fixed but I would of offered less money or not even bought it if I would of test drove it always test drive God bless everyone
@scottygdaman
4 жыл бұрын
Harley's are great,, for people that take six shooters and horses to war. that use the saying,,, My Daddy used to,, that think electricity is new fangelled. Ya know looking at the technology,, the standard gear,, the reliability warranty's handling speed,, on n on,, of other bike makers,, Harley seems to be a flat out rip.
@Hugo-py2ce
4 жыл бұрын
I have a 2006 m109r and that thing is bulletproof, I love my m109r. Its black and chrome and It's a beast!
@BrandonBicasso
4 жыл бұрын
Ayeeeee! How many miles you got on that thang 😛
@JTSouthernfried
4 жыл бұрын
Flipping works great... most of the time lol. I’ve flipped 6 houses over the last few years.. almost dropped everything to do it full time but.. I got these things called kids and they need insurance and such lol. Plus my regular job is pretty decent soooo. Haven’t done it for while but I’m eyeing the market again lol.
@BrandonBicasso
4 жыл бұрын
Flipping houses/real estate is a different game, but on my list. : ) Maybe I could learn some pointers from one of the greats that's ever done it aye?
@JTSouthernfried
4 жыл бұрын
Brandon Bicasso Hit me up anytime bro🤙🏼
@gurnblanstein9816
2 жыл бұрын
This makes me love my EVO Harley even more. Transmission out? No problem give me half hour...
@kingkonghp007
3 ай бұрын
i tried to get that muffler twice from parts giant and they kept sending me the silver one, still debating if i should try to get it again. Anyway did you had to modify adjust anything after you installed the muffler? And those lights are crazy. I have the 2019 M90 Boulevard
@BrandonBicasso
2 ай бұрын
Nah, you can put these on and ride without damaging anything. Can reach better performance with an ECM flash, though.
@f.o..
2 ай бұрын
I know its an old video but i can't shut up. Is this dude for real? 2 grand for a bike like this sounds to good to be true....and most of us know the rest. Test and examine the motorcycle very thoroughly but no, instead this one makes an ass of himself on social media. 🤣😂
@BrandonBicasso
2 ай бұрын
😂😂
@notonyourlife7939
5 ай бұрын
Just retired an '08 M109R w/~60K miles. Bone stock except for adding highway bars, and getting rid of the horrible lollipop turn signals and the giant stock mud flap out back. Nothing but oil changes and milage-based scheduled service. Aside from a couple of flat tires, and a blown fork seal from a pot hole, never had a single problem with it in almost 17 years.
@BrandonBicasso
5 ай бұрын
That's awesome! I blew a fork seal at some point too. Otherwise, my 07 was solid. Coming up on needing valve clearance maintenance.
@markserainidis1058
4 жыл бұрын
This story is funny, cos i just bought a bike interstate without going there to test ride it, suzuki bandit, and all good, but i was so close getting the m109r interstate but didn't, thank god..
@BrandonBicasso
4 жыл бұрын
Oh wow, how about that lol
@daryllmroberts7958
4 жыл бұрын
bandit 1200??? had 2,,great bikes,,if a lil' bit ugly though
@markserainidis1058
4 жыл бұрын
@@daryllmroberts7958 the bike is a 1250s 2010 model, not full fairing!
@hateisasignofenvy651
Жыл бұрын
I was about to buy a 2006 in a few days 🤣🤣 Fuk that I'm gonna go ahead and get the 2019 now
@GoldenGamer-es5tl
4 жыл бұрын
Bait and switch title. Well done. But for real, that was good insight into investments and a little history of the M109R, which is one of the most interesting bikes to me
@BrandonBicasso
4 жыл бұрын
Absolutely. It's a fantastic machine still.
@amreladham5174
2 жыл бұрын
Which is better suzuki m109r 2019 or harley davidson vrod muscle
@Mad109R
4 жыл бұрын
I don't think its fair to say the m109r is the worst bike you've owned, you should've said this particular m109r was the worst, i think you have been unlucky & bought a bike that hasn't been looked after properly or maintained as it should've been. Had mine since September 2008 bought new for £7200 as it was excess stock from a failed dealership here in the uk, only done 17000miles as we have bad weather for six months or more here, still has origional battery & starts 1st time every time, maintained by me regardless of cost & thats where you could save costs if your flippin bikes. Hey i enjoyed the video tho dude.
@BrandonBicasso
4 жыл бұрын
Yeah, if I get another I'll be working on it myself. My own needs work coming up soon. Valve checks, clutches, forks etc.
@MrKevinwbell
4 жыл бұрын
Hey Brandon... You would’ve made all of your money back plus some if you had parted out. Moto parts make a killing online. Believe this, because I live it.
@BrandonBicasso
4 жыл бұрын
Yeah, I just didn't have the set up to pull it off. It was a thought.
@FliGuyRyan
4 жыл бұрын
Can you expound upon this topic you mentioned?
@mariushari2046
4 жыл бұрын
I still don't understand why this bike is the WORST when this issue it is known and common for the early models and everybody in the M109 community deals with it because everything else is insanely awesome. And BTW, the newer models don't have this problem anymore. So... sorry man, just because you got screwed with A bike that had bad transmission, it doesn't make it THE WORST.
@BrandonBicasso
4 жыл бұрын
The WORST for me because it needed thousands to fix. Regardless on whether "everybody" in the M109 community deals with it. Stop making excuses for it.
@BrandonBicasso
4 жыл бұрын
and yes, the 109 is insanely awesome, but I'm not giving a pass on something like gear failure or clutch shudder when it shouldn't have been a problem to begin with.
@mariushari2046
4 жыл бұрын
@@BrandonBicasso just because you didn't make the profit you were hoping for, I'm gonna say it again, it's not the WORST. I'm sure the guy who bought it from you, fixed the problem and then enjoyed the hell out of it, like any other normal biker, not someone who's looking for profit (and don't get me wrong, I have nothing against you making a buck from flipping bikes, good for you). But don't bash the bike because you had a loss. The problem is you not the bike
@mariushari2046
4 жыл бұрын
Listen man, I own one of these, and I know what I'm talking. If you really wanted to make a video stating why is the worst, you could've talked about the poor light from the head light, uncomfortable seat, to far away handle bars, a cool looking tire but really unpractical , clunky gear shifting... and probably many more, and trust me, I would've agreed with you, I couldn't fight those points. But when I realized that the reason you decided to say it's the worst was because you didn't doubled your money , that pissed me off.
@BrandonBicasso
4 жыл бұрын
Then, be pissed off. You have a right to your opinion, but considering I had to dump over 2K back into a bike regardless of whether I wanted to make money off of, is a moot point. It's still the worst bike I've owned FROM THAT EXPERIENCE. Suzuki screwed people over. I'm not letting that pass.
@houstonprofessionalphotogr2603
4 жыл бұрын
Keep ride bro. As you know we have the same m109r I have had no problems with it
@BrandonBicasso
4 жыл бұрын
TRuuuuue
@skeetersaurus6249
2 жыл бұрын
Learned this lesson 35-years ago...if you're going to 'buy and sell' bikes...LEARN TO REBUILD BIKE TRANSMISSIONS! They are the ONE common denominator to MOST 'serious bike failures'...they're what will get you a 'cheap bike' that otherwise looks and runs great, and they're what will absolutely BREAK YOU when it comes to flipping them, if you can't do all the labor yourself! The parts to rebuild an M109R transmission is MAYBE $450...3-days max personal time, if you know what you are doing...you still get your 'big payoff'...run it through a dealer, you're going to LOSE YOUR SAVINGS (and your profit) to 'get it right'! The man who can rebuild a bike transmission not only can 'make a fortune', but can make a GOOD paycheck rebuilding transmissions FOR OTHERS! (at $120 an hour shop-rate)!
@BrandonBicasso
2 жыл бұрын
I feel that! I will get to that point soon. If I encountered one today I would take it on head first.
@arithia5874
4 жыл бұрын
Young people are not into bikes, old people are unloading them in droves, especially cruisers. Flipping bikes? Bad idea. All motorcycle manufacturers are downsizing their lines. The best bikes I've ever owned were Suzukis, the worst bike that I ever owned was a Honda Shadow, bought new, that was made in the USA. I'm glad you got most of your money back.
@BrandonBicasso
4 жыл бұрын
I wouldn't say we aren't into bikes. We aren't into spending a lot of money most of us don't have on brand new bikes. I'm very cost conscious on what I spend my money on. And 3 motorcycles I've sold including this one were to young people. Just depends on supply/demand for that bike.
@Tyler2Wheel
5 ай бұрын
the worst bike ive owned is a 2014 Triumph Trophy... great tank range 230 miles, medium power, nice radio... but always had low voltage and poor idle. My favorite bikes were a 2011 Concours 14, 2002 VTX 1800r.. new fav ride is a Vulcan 2000 classic
@charlesrocks
3 ай бұрын
Did you flash the ECU? That usually fixes the power/torque throttling issues.
@BrandonBicasso
3 ай бұрын
No, I’ve never had issues with that aspect.
@78recorddude
4 жыл бұрын
I know I shouldn't judge a manufacturer on the crappiness of one model, and way back in the '80's I had three GS1100e's that were great. Then I bough a '90 Katana 1100. Big mistake. The thing ate fork seals every year ($500 installed) and there'd be carb issues every two years or so. I kept the thing for eight miserable years, then sold it to the highest bidder. Somehow that was my last Suzuki for many years. I was thinking of succumbing to the lure of the M109R. You brought me to my senses. Thank you :-)
@BrandonBicasso
4 жыл бұрын
Whew, I need fork seals now. My right one is leaking, but I think it came from some rough roads recently. Got 35K out of them before it started so I think that's not too bad. The 109 isn't a bad bike, but I understand given your history, lol.
@thomasgregory8397
4 жыл бұрын
I'm Gunna sub to you cause I think your entertaining, I own a 2018 m109r that rides beautifully and I think it's cause they fixed the issues. Great video though man
@BrandonBicasso
4 жыл бұрын
Yep, they fixed it! I'm not knocking the 109 at all. I love my 2007
@TheChromeRonin
3 жыл бұрын
So, you were looking at a $6500 bike, being offered for $4000.. And you paid $3000. You got what you paid for dude 8). So the M109 ISN'T a bad bike, just the one you got needed work.. Well duh, when you buy second hand, privately, then you are just buying someone else's problems. I always budget a couple of grand over the first year for ANY used vehicle I buy, just to fix up anything needed. Oh, but cheers for the ip about the gearbox. My bike, Ive had it one time where I really thought I had selected second, turned into a climbing corner, and had it pop to neutral (nearly dropped it).I thought I had just flubbed the shift. So I will look out for this if it happens again under load.
@BrandonBicasso
3 жыл бұрын
Something can be the ‘worst’ in your own experience and you still love it for other reasons. It’s called a reference point. I made this to highlight a problem 1, with M109Rs in those years and 2, my own mistakes. There are others that have gotten bit by this problem in the comments and are thankful. And plus, that guy was deliberately dumping that bike on someone else. I’m fine I took the bait because someone else got it that benefited from it but I’m calling that as it is. So, I stand by everything I said including the video title.
@riceburnerbiker1483
4 жыл бұрын
Watched half the video.. flipping bikes...! The worst bike I ever owned..? The worst he never made any money flipping bikes should be the title of this BS video. I never rode a 109 Cu.In. Suzuki. I own a 2008 C90T Boulevard. Bought it 4 years ago with 6700 miles on it. It’s got near 40.000 now. 1500cc Is a strong fast powerful bike. 109 is even faster and more powerful. But if you drive it under 50 mph mostly.. Why bother buying such machines? Try 85mph on the freeway at sun up or down headed towards the coast. You gotta get over the fear of riding big bikes . Drive a 125cc street and trail.. I had one in 1975.. drove it 65 mph ..
@BrandonBicasso
4 жыл бұрын
*yawn* C90 is a nice ride, though.
@NFL1976
2 жыл бұрын
I had a similar experience with a woman I met on-line. I just saw her exterior beauty. After a few months, I learned she was not truthful about her low mileage. Lots of squeaks, leaks, a ton of "bondo", and rarely revved up.
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