Suzuki wanted its new Intruder flagship to be "long, low and massive." It is. The 66.9-inch wheelbase is the longest in cruising, and the seat is a mere 27.6 inches off the road. However, the "massive" part of Suzuki's plan is where the Intruder 1500 fully delivers. Providing monstrous and ever-present torque is a 96x101mm v-twin powerplant with single over-head cams and hydraulic lash adjusters for less engine maintenance. An extra flywheel has been added for more low-end grunt, and the cylinders have been plated (as on their sportbikes) for better durability. In a major re-work, the fuel tank has been placed beneath the seat. Taking its place between suspiciously fuel tank-looking covers is a massive airbox feeding two linked Mikuni 36mm carbs. As a result, the battery, which formerly resided underneath the seat, now sits in front of the motor. The 1500 LC (which Suzuki says stands for "Legendary Classic") delivers that sort of easy-going, relaxed power that most riders expect from the fat-look segment of cruisers. You get plenty of low-rpm power here. You can chug along practically counting the exhaust pulses, then twist the throttle wide open and enjoy the ride as it powers steadily to the same 6000 rpm rev limit as the 1400. Along the way there are no rushes or soft spots in the power delivery, and throttle response is very crisp throughout. The flywheel mass smoothes out the power when you are just trickling along, barely off idle. This bike, like all our bikes will be fully serviced, inspected and detailed at the time you take delivery. See this and other great deals at www.cyclehunters.com HaldemanAuto/cyclehunters.com 102 Old Ebenezer Rd Lebanon Pa, 17046 717-273-1809
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