Suzuki VL800 Volusia / C50: History, Specs, Pictures - CycleChaos

Suzuki VL800 Volusia
Manufacturer	Suzuki
Production	2001 - 2007
Class	Cruiser
Engine	four-stroke, liquid cooled, 45 degree V-twin, SOHC, 8-valves, TSCC
Bore / Stroke	83.8mm x 83.8mm
Compression ratio	9.4:1
Horsepower	52.03 HP (38.8 KW) @ 6000RPM
Torque	50.89 ft/lbs (69.0 Nm) @ 3500RPM
Fuel System	Mikuni BDSR34 carburetor
Spark Plug	NGK DPR7EA-9 '01-07
Battery	YUASA YTX12-BS '01-07
Transmission	Gear box: 5 speed, manual Final Drive: Shaft Clutch: Wet multi-disc, manual
Suspension	Front: Telescopic, coil spring, oil damped Rear: Link-type, oil damped, 7-way adjustable spring preload
Brakes	Front: Single hydraulic discs Rear: Drum
Front Tire	130/90-16
Rear Tire	170/80-15
Wheelbase	65.39 inches (1661 mm)
Length	98.19 inches (2494 mm)
Width	38.82 inches (986 mm)
Seat Height	27.52 inches (699 mm)
Weight	239.0 kg (wet)
Recommended Oil	Suzuki ECSTAR 10w40
Manuals	Service Manual

The Suzuki VL800 was a four-stroke, liquid cooled, 45 degree V-twin, SOHC, 8-valves, TSCC cruiser motorcycle produced by Suzuki from 2001 to 2007. It was first known as the Volusia, however in 2006, its name was changed to the C50.. Max torque was 50.89 ft/lbs (69.0 Nm) @ 3500 RPM. Claimed horsepower was 52.03 HP (38.8 KW) @ 6000 RPM.

Contents

• 1 Engine
• 2 Drive
• 3 Chassis
• 4 2001 VL800K1
• 5 2001 Suzuki VL800 Volusia
• 6 2002 Suzuki VL800 Volusia
• 7 2003 Suzuki VL800 Volusia
• 8 2004 Suzuki VL800 Volusia
• 9 2007 C50
• 10 Engine
• 11 Drive
• 12 Chassis
• 13 In Media
• 14 References

Engine[edit | edit source]

A 83.8mm bore x 83.8mm stroke result in a displacement of just 805.0 cubic centimeters.

Drive[edit | edit source]

The bike has a 5 speed, manual transmission. Power was moderated via the Wet multi-disc, manual.

Chassis[edit | edit source]

It came with a 130/90-16 front tire and a 170/80-15 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via Single hydraulic discs in the front and a Drum in the rear. The front suspension was a Telescopic, coil spring, oil damped while the rear was equipped with a Link-type, oil damped, 7-way adjustable spring preload. The wheelbase was 65.39 inches (1661 mm) long.

2001 VL800K1[edit | edit source]

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  2001 Suzuki VL800K1

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  2001 Suzuki Volusia 800 in Black

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  2001 Suzuki Volusia 800 in Black

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  2001 Suzuki VOLUSIA in Black/Red

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  2001 Suzuki VOLUSIA in Black/Red

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  2001 Suzuki VOLUSIA in Black/Red

• V.I.N. #: JS1VS54A 12100001
• ENGINE PREFIX: S509-
• ENGINE TYPE: 805cc, Four-stroke, V-Twin
• MODEL CODE: 41F
• COLOR 1: Black - 33J
• COLOR 2: Black, White - FP4
• COLOR 3: Black, Red - FP3
• V-Twin with chrome air filter cover on right side between cylinder "V"
• Cruiser styling with flaired fenders
• Shaft driven final drive

2001 Suzuki VL800 Volusia[edit | edit source]

The 2001 MY VL800 Volusia takes the traditional chopper looks of the Intruder one step further into the realm of the cruiser styling. The bike uses the same 805cc liquid-cooled engine and rolling chassis, but the rest of the machine oozes a different character. The Volusia boasts more chrome, low, wrapping fenders, a different tank with the instruments mounted atop, dual chromed exhausts and a sculpted seat, matched by forward foot controls and a pull-back handlebar.

2002 Suzuki VL800 Volusia[edit | edit source]

Based on the same middleweight platform as the VS800 Intruder, the 2002 MY VL800 Volusia is however a different kind of bike. The Volusia dropped the chopper looks in favor of the bobber styling, witha long, lo stance which oozes a commanding character despite its moderate displacement. Beefy tires, wire spoked rims, deeply-valanced fenders, long, chromed, slash-cut dual silencers and a tank-mounted console are all details which add classic and classy looks to the Volusia.

2003 Suzuki VL800 Volusia[edit | edit source]

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  2003 Suzuki VL800 Volusia

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  2003 Suzuki VL800 Volusia

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  2003 Suzuki VL800 Volusia

Even though some say that there cannot be big-bike style in the absence of an actual big bike, the 2003 MY VL800 Volusia is begging to differ. In fact, the Volusia is telling an even more thrilling story, that of a middleweight bobber which oozes classic styling and is packed with both tech feats and head-turning looks.

The 2003 MY brings multi-reflector turn signals for an updated appearance, while the overall stance of the bike maintains the same retro vibe. Laced wheels, deeply-valanced fenders, dual stacked slash-cut silencers and plenty of chrome in all the right places. Cue in the sculpted seat and pull-back bars which make a good complement for the forward-mounted controls, and the teardrop tank with a chromed console mounted on top for even more classic DNA.

2004 Suzuki VL800 Volusia[edit | edit source]

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  2004 Suzuki VL800 Volusia

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  2004 Suzuki VL800 Volusia

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  2004 Suzuki VL800 Volusia

The 2004 MY VL800 Volusia retains all the cool factor of the Limited Edition, even though it ditches the studded leather seats and the two-tone custom flame paint work. However, this doesn't make it any less a spectacular machine. The VL800 Volusia boasts the same bobber styling with a beefy front wheel and ample fenders, the bars reaching back to the sculpted seat and the tank-mounted console.

Gritty but still an amazing bike for daily use, the 2004 MY VL800 Volusia combines awesome looks with versatility and solid road worthiness.

2007 C50[edit | edit source]

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  2007 Suzuki C50C in Gray(w/ flames)

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  2007 Suzuki C50 in Black

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  2007 Suzuki C50 in White/Silver

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  2007 Suzuki C50 in Black/Maroon

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  2007 Suzuki C50T in Black

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Suzuki VL800
Manufacturer	Suzuki
Also called	VL 800 Intruder Volusia, VL800 Intruder Volusia
Production	2001 - 2003
Class	Cruiser
Engine	v2, four-stroke
Bore / Stroke	83.0mm x 74.4mm
Top Speed	99 mph (160 km/h)
Horsepower	50.96 HP (38.0 KW) @ 6000RPM
Torque	50.89 ft/lbs (69.0 Nm) @ 3500RPM
Fuel System	carburetor
Transmission	Gear box: 5-speed Final Drive: shaft drive (cardan)
Brakes	Front: single disc Rear: expanding brake (drum brake)
Front Tire	130/90-16
Rear Tire	170/80-15
Wheelbase	65.16 inches (1655 mm)
Length	94.29 inches (2395 mm)
Width	38.78 inches (985 mm)
Height	43.7 inches (1110 mm)
Seat Height	27.56 inches (700 mm)
Weight	526.9 pounds (239.0 Kg) (dry),
Recommended Oil	Suzuki ECSTAR 10w40
Fuel Capacity	4.49 Gallon (17.00 Liters)
Manuals	Service Manual

The Suzuki VL800 Intruder Volusia was a v2, four-stroke standard produced by Suzuki between 2001 and 2003. It could reach a top speed of 99 mph (160 km/h). Max torque was 50.89 ft/lbs (69.0 Nm) @ 3500 RPM. Claimed horsepower was 50.96 HP (38.0 KW) @ 6000 RPM.

Engine[edit | edit source]

The engine was a liquid cooled v2, four-stroke. A 83.0mm bore x 74.4mm stroke result in a displacement of just 805.0 cubic centimeters. Fuel was supplied via a single overhead cams (sohc).

Drive[edit | edit source]

The bike has a 5-speed transmission.

Chassis[edit | edit source]

It came with a 130/90-16 front tire and a 170/80-15 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via single disc in the front and a expanding brake (drum brake) in the rear. The VL800 Intruder Volusia was fitted with a 4.49 Gallon (17.00 Liters) fuel tank. The bike weighed just 526.9 pounds (239.0 Kg). The wheelbase was 65.16 inches (1655 mm) long.

In Media[edit | edit source]

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References[edit | edit source]