2006 Suzuki VZR1800: complaints, problems and recalls
Explore the records behind recurring owner reports.
Key facts
47 owner complaints analyzed
1 distinct recall campaigns
5,100 mi median reported failure mileage
Scope: 2006 model year. Data snapshot: . 43 complaints include usable failure mileage.
Most common problems
Power Train:Manual Transmission is the most frequently named component, appearing in 14 of 47 complaints (29.8%). A complaint can name multiple components.
| Topic | Matching reports | Share of complaints |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission and shifting | 13 | 27.7% |
| Braking behavior | 8 | 17.0% |
| Fuel system concerns | 5 | 10.6% |
| Engine operation | 1 | 2.1% |
Topic matches use published keyword rules. They describe mentions, including negations or comparisons, and do not confirm a diagnosis. Read the matching rules.
Component breakdown
Number of unique complaints naming each component. Top eight shown.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Power Train:Manual Transmission | 14 |
| Power Train | 10 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 7 |
| Power Train:Clutch Assembly | 5 |
| Structure:Motorcycle:Kickstand/Center Stand | 4 |
| Suspension:Rear | 2 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery | 1 |
Power Train:Manual Transmission: 14; Power Train: 10; Service Brakes, Hydraulic: 7; Power Train:Clutch Assembly: 5; Structure:Motorcycle:Kickstand/Center Stand: 4; Suspension:Rear: 2; Fuel System, Gasoline: 1; Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery: 1
Reported problems by failure mileage
Complaint counts in mileage bands. These are not failure rates per vehicle or mile.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Under 25,000 | 42 |
| 25,000 to 49,999 | 1 |
| 50,000 to 74,999 | 0 |
| 75,000 to 99,999 | 0 |
| 100,000 to 149,999 | 0 |
| 150,000 and above | 0 |
Under 25,000: 42; 25,000 to 49,999: 1; 50,000 to 74,999: 0; 75,000 to 99,999: 0; 100,000 to 149,999: 0; 150,000 and above: 0
Under 25,000 miles has the most reports with usable mileage (42). 4 complaints have missing, zero or invalid mileage.
Complaints over time
Year the complaint was filed, not the vehicle model year or incident year. The snapshot year is partial.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| 2006 | 5 |
| 2007 | 7 |
| 2008 | 16 |
| 2009 | 1 |
| 2010 | 2 |
| 2011 | 8 |
| 2013 | 1 |
| 2014 | 1 |
| 2015 | 1 |
| 2017 | 1 |
| 2019 | 1 |
| 2020 | 2 |
| 2021 | 1 |
2006: 5; 2007: 7; 2008: 16; 2009: 1; 2010: 2; 2011: 8; 2013: 1; 2014: 1; 2015: 1; 2017: 1; 2019: 1; 2020: 2; 2021: 1
Pattern summary
Power Train:Manual Transmission leads the component reports. Transmission and shifting appears in 13 complaint narratives. Braking behavior appears in 8 complaint narratives. Fuel system concerns appears in 5 complaint narratives. Use these patterns to inspect individual reports and prepare questions for a mechanic.
Calculated from recorded counts. An AI narrative has not been published for this selection.
Examples from the source records
Examples provide context, not a representative sample or a verified diagnosis.
Owner report 10157733 · 2006-05-17 (May 17, 2006)
DT*: THE CONTACT STATED AFTER THE MOTORCYCLE'S KICKSTAND WAS PUT INTO THE DOWN POSITION IT FELL OVER, RESULTING IN DAMAGE TO THE GAS TANK, CLUTCH HANDLE, AND THE TURN SIGNALS. IT HAPPENED AFTER THE CONTACT LEFT THE MOTORCYCLE PARKED IN A PAVED PARKING LOT FOR JUST A FEW MOMENTS. NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER NOR THE DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED. UPDATED ON 05/30/06. AK
Owner-reported narrative. 600 miles reported. Look up ODI 10157733 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 10158609 · 2006-05-30 (May 30, 2006)
MY 2006 SUZUKI BOULEVARD M109R MOTORCYCLE FELL OFF OF ITS KICKSTAND WHILE IDLING IN NEUTRAL ON MY LEVEL DRIVEWAY. THE KICKSTAND WAS FULLY EXTENDED WHEN THE INCIDENT OCCURRED. I GOT OFF OF THE MOTORCYCLE AFTER BACKING IT OUT OF THE GARAGE IN ORDER TO CLOSE THE GARAGE DOOR. I WAS APPROXIMATELY FIVE (5) FEET FROM THE BIKE, CLOSING THE GARAGE DOOR (MANUALLY OPERATED). I HAD THE DOOR HALF WAY DOWN WHEN I NOTICED THAT THE MOTOR JUST SUDDENLY QUIT. I TURNED TO FIND THE BIKE LAYING ON ITS SIDE. THE KICKSTAND DOES NOT HAVE A LOCK WITH WHICH TO …
Owner-reported narrative. 549 miles reported. Look up ODI 10158609 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 10158789 · 2006-06-01 (June 1, 2006)
MY NEW 2006 SUZUKI M109R WITH LESS THAN 200 MILES ON IT JUST ABOUT FELL OVER ON ME WHILE IT WAS ON THE KICKSTAND. THE PERSON I WAS TALKING TO SAID "LOOK OUT" AND I TURNED AND SAW THE MOTORCYCLE BEGINNING TO LEAN OVER BECAUSE THE KICKSTAND DID NOT STAY ENGAGED. *NM
Owner-reported narrative. 150 miles reported. Look up ODI 10158789 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 10165381 · 2006-08-13 (August 13, 2006)
ADJUSTED CLUTCH SEVERAL TIMES PER OWNERS MANUAL. SEEMS THE CABLE IS STRETCHING OR NUT HOLDING CLUTCH BASKET IS LOOSENING UP. CLUTCH SLIPPING WHEN THROTTLING UP IN 2ND AND 3RD GEAR. CALLING SUZUKI. *JB
Owner-reported narrative. 1,691 miles reported. Look up ODI 10165381 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 10172540 · 2006-11-03 (November 3, 2006)
DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE KICKSTAND DID NOT HOLD THE VEHICLE WHILE PARKED. THE VEHICLE HAD NOT BEEN INSPECTED BY A MECHANIC.
Owner-reported narrative. 2,200 miles reported. Look up ODI 10172540 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 10183098 · 2007-02-20 (February 20, 2007)
FUEL LEAK WHEN THE MOTORCYCLE SITS FOR A WEEK OR TWO. COMING FROM UNDER THE TANK AND LEAKING DOWN THE FRONT CYLINDER. *JB
Owner-reported narrative. 4,500 miles reported. Look up ODI 10183098 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 10184008 · 2007-03-02 (March 2, 2007)
TL*- THE CONTACT SMELLED GAS FUMES ON THE 2006 SUZUKI VZR1800 MOTORCYCLE. IT DID NOT MATTER HOW LONG HE DROVE THE VEHICLE HE STILL SMELLED THE FUMES. THE CONTACT SMELLED FUMES EVEN WHEN THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN UNUSED FOR 3 OR 4 DAYS. THE DEALERSHIP PERFORMED A BRAKE SERVICE ON THE VEHICLE AT 500 MILES. THE DEALERSHIP DID NOT NOTICE ANY PROBLEMS WITH THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT HAS NOT TAKEN THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALERSHIP TO BE INSPECTED FOR THIS PROBLEM. THERE WERE NOT ANY PARTICULAR ROAD CONDITIONS OR A PARTICULAR TIME OF THE DAY WHEN HE SMELLED…
Owner-reported narrative. 650 miles reported. Look up ODI 10184008 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 10185418 · 2007-03-17 (March 17, 2007)
BIKE INTERNITTANTLY LEAKS GAS FROM UNDER THE LEFT SIDE OF THE GAS TANK AND BREATHER BOX. THE DEALERSHIP FINALLY PICKED THE BIKE UP FOR REPAIR AFTER THREE WEEKS OF PHONED IN REQUESTS. CURRENTLY THE DEALERSHIP HAS HAD THE BIKE IN THEIR SHOP FOR ALMOST TWO WEEKS AND CAN'T FIND THE ISSUE. THE DEALERSHIP HAS ADMITTED SEVERAL TIMES THAT THE MANUFACTURER KNOW ABOUT THE ISSUE BUT THE DEALER WILL NOT REPLACE/REPAIR THE BIKE UNTIL THEY ACTUALLY SEE THE SUBMITTED ISSUE. I CANNOT ACCEPT THE BIKE BACK INTO MY POSSESSION UNTIL IT IS REPAIRED DUE TO THE PROBA…
Owner-reported narrative. 2,190 miles reported. Look up ODI 10185418 at NHTSA ↗
Recall history
1 distinct campaigns affect this selection. Announcement dates below are different from vehicle model years. A campaign may cover multiple years.
07V148000 · Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery
Reported: 2007-04-04 (April 4, 2007)
ON CERTAIN MOTORCYCLES, THE FUEL HOSE THAT CONNECTS THE TWO METAL FUEL DELIVERY PIPES MOUNTED ON THE THROTTLE BODY MAY HAVE BEEN CLAMPED AT A LOCATION ON THE PIPES THAT IS NOT COMPLETELY ROUND, WHICH COULD ALLOW FUEL LEAKAGE TO OCCUR.
Consequence: IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, LEAKED FUEL CAN CAUSE A FIRE, PRESENTING THE RISK OF INJURY OR DEATH.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL DELIVERY PIPE ASSEMBLY FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 6, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SUZUKI AT 714-572-1490.
NHTSA campaign record ↗