Are Buell bikes good?

Judging from the loyalty of Buell owners, the last generation of the 126,000 bikes produced by Buell are solid, reliable rides that will probably outlast most of their owners. So what are they like to ride? For a motorcycle in that price range, excellent. Let's start with the good stuff — torque and handling.
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Are Buell motorcycles fast?

The $18,995 superbike, built by hand in the US, is the culmination of Buell's decades of expertise. Its 185 horsepower makes it the fastest street bike he's ever produced. But this bike isn't just about power or handling -- or even about speed. It's about enjoyable riding on the street, on the track.
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Is a Buell a good first bike?

Buells are good bikes.. And I definitely suggest picking up something like a Blast if you've never ridden before.. Congrats on the bike, I think it is one of the sickest(in the good way) sportsbikes on the market.
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Where are Buell bikes made?

Our motors & superbikes are built by hand in Grand Rapids, MI USA, utilizing the highest quality parts from global suppliers.
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What engines do Buell use?

Most Buell motorcycles use four-stroke air-cooled V-twin engines, originally built for XR1000 Sportster. After these were depleted, a basic 1200 Sportster engine was used. In 1995, the engines were upgraded with Buell engineered high-performance parts and further upgraded in 1998.
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Are Buell motorcycles collectible?

The first race bike carrying the BUELL name, the RW 750, was finished in 1982, and eventually was succeeded by the most collectible BUELLs of all time: the Sportster-powered RR1000 Battletwin (1987-'89) and the RR1200 Battletwin (1988-'90).
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Are Buell parts still available?

Even though production on Buell motorcycles has stopped, our passion for the brand has not. In fact, many of our employees are Buell® riders! We continue to stock factory Buell® parts and clothing and we are more than willing to service and maintain the Buell models that you still love to ride.
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Is a Buell Blast reliable?

I've ridden bikes for 4 years and the Blast is a lot of fun. Test ride one before you buy it. This is a reliable bike with great brakes, quick steering and very easy to ride.
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What Buell was the fastest?

Buell SuperTouring 1190 is touted at the world's fastest production touring bike. Buell SuperTouring 1190 is touted at the world's fastest production touring bike.
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What's the fastest touring bike?

Buell Unveiling World's Fastest Touring Bike in Daytona

Buell Motorcycle is back and unveiling a future touring model at Daytona Bike Week 2022. On Saturday, March 5th at 12:30pm, Buell will pull the cover off their new SuperTouring 1190 prototype at their Destination Daytona booth.
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Is Buell making Motorcycles again?

Buell Motorcycles are back in production in America. Grand Rapids, MI – Buell Motorcycles is back in production in America. The new Buell® Motorcycles will launch 10 performance models by the 2024 model year.
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When did Harley buy Buell?

The success of this led to Harley-Davidson® purchasing in 1993 a minority interest of Buell® Motorcycle Company. In 1998, after 20,000+ motorcycles had been manufactured since the start of Buell®, Erik Buell sold Harley-Davidson 49% of Buell® motorcycles.
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What is a Buell Ulysses?

The Buell Ulysses XB12XT is an adventure sportbike for the paved road defined, and it's ready to go right out of the box. Buell Motorcycles. Sport Touring Motorcycles.
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Is Erik Buell Racing still in business?

On April 15, 2015, Erik Buell Racing filed for receivership, with a reported $20 million of liabilities, and ceased all operations including closing down their website.
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What is the fastest motorcycle in America?

Ranking The Quickest All-American Motorcycles Ever Made
  1. 1 2003 Dodge Tomahawk (1.6 Seconds)
  2. 2 2014 – 2020 Lightning LS-218 (2.2 Seconds) ...
  3. 3 2017 – 2020 MTT 420RR Turbine Superbike Y2K (2.5 Seconds) ...
  4. 4 2014 EBR 1190RX (2.6 Seconds) ...
  5. 5 2019 Harley-Davidson LiveWire (3 Seconds) ...
  6. 6 2008 Buell 1125R (3.15 Seconds) ...
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How fast does a Buell Blast go?

It boasts up to 46 Nm of torque and a 98-mph top-speed rating. These performance figures may be laughable by today's standards. But they are the perfect setup for a beginner learning the ropes of motorcycling or even for a long-rested hobbyist wanting to get back into weekend cruising.
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Is the Buell xb9 a good bike?

The Buell XB9SX is an old-school but high-tech v-twin bike which looks great and sounds mean! Its simple design makes a winning hit with bikers. Many riders have also commented on the handling of this bike, saying it is a dream to ride. If you love bikes, you have to at least try a ride on the Buell XB9SX.
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How much is a new Buell?

1. Production of the 2022 Buell Hammerhead 1190 begins on Nov. 1, 2021. Pricing starts at $18,995.
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