Buell ramping up street bike production

[bomber]

One of the hallmarks of Buell's oeprations over the years is stretching a budget until it screams . . . . . me, I'm hoping this turns into another into another successful American Motorcycle Manuafacturer.

I'm not much of a betting guy, but I would not bet against Buell . . . .

[Roadscum]

Sooooo, which of you will put up Twenty Large for this new Buell??
Talk is free so cough it up to support ... bla bla bla.  

Regards, Paul

[Rogue]

Nobody is forcing you to buy the brand so what is your constant malfunction about Buell and his drive to sell an American Sportbike?  It's not your money, it's not even your time, so WTF do you care if he succeeds or not?  It seems like you want the man to fail just to prove your obvously flawed theories.  

[Kootenanny]

Sooooo, which of you will put up Twenty Large for this new Buell??
Talk is free so cough it up to support ... bla bla bla.  

Regards, Paul

I already own a Buell--bought at retail several years ago.  I'm completely happy with it, and see no need to purchase another sportbike right now.

[Rogue]

I'm on my second Buell already.

If I like their next model and it's within my budget, it would be at the top of my list to replace my 1125R.  But I'm still enjoying it today so no need to replace yet.

[Roadscum]

Nobody is forcing you to buy the brand so what is your constant malfunction about Buell and his drive to sell an American Sportbike?  It's not your money, it's not even your time, so WTF do you care if he succeeds or not?  It seems like you want the man to fail just to prove your obvously flawed theories.  

You make me laugh!

Regards, Paul

[Rogue]

No problem.  Now that we've proven that you don't know what you're talking about, it's okay to laugh.  

[Playinthestreet]

One of the hallmarks of Buell's oeprations over the years is stretching a budget until it screams . . . . . me, I'm hoping this turns into another into another successful American Motorcycle Manuafacturer.

I'm not much of a betting guy, but I would not bet against Buell . . . .

I'll take that bet.

[stromgal]

Last night was Eric Buell Racing bike night at the Iron Horse Hotel. Spoke with German Buell engineer who's the interface for Rotax/engine parts (makes sense given the Austrian company).

He said they're now licensed to produce the engine on their own, are trying to stock up on necessaries, and are aiming for streetbike production second half of 2013. 'So many details to work on!!' he said, shaking his head. 'We are a small company....'

[HipGnosis]

Last night was Eric Buell Racing bike night at the Iron Horse Hotel. Spoke with German Buell engineer who's the interface for Rotax/engine parts (makes sense given the Austrian company).

He said they're now licensed to produce the engine on their own, are trying to stock up on necessaries, and are aiming for streetbike production second half of 2013. 'So many details to work on!!' he said, shaking his head. 'We are a small company....'

[Rogue]

The rumor mills are churning at BWB.  The goal is sub-$20k motorcycles along the lines of the stillborn Barracuda and variants of it.  We'll see.

[veefer800canuck]

That Barracuda was looking like a proper sportbike, not a sporty chassis with a grain auger motor in it. Too bad they never made it.

But it sounds like they just may. I wonder about the details surrounding Harley's ownership of the patents, etc?

[DogBoy]

Last night was Eric Buell Racing bike night at the Iron Horse Hotel. Spoke with German Buell engineer who's the interface for Rotax/engine parts (makes sense given the Austrian company).

He said they're now licensed to produce the engine on their own, are trying to stock up on necessaries, and are aiming for streetbike production second half of 2013. 'So many details to work on!!' he said, shaking his head. 'We are a small company....'

Are you sure the German guy didn't say "So many details to make more complicated!"

[zigzag]

No problem.  Now that we've proven that you don't know what you're talking about, it's okay to laugh.  

10 years later and Rogue anger is still present.  

[Tpoppa]

I am very curious to see the EBR dealer network.  That will be a huge factor for me.  I doubt they will, but if for some reason they are sold through HD dealerships, I will not be considering any EBR motorcyles.

[HipGnosis]

I am very curious to see the EBR dealer network.  That will be a huge factor for me.  I doubt they will, but if for some reason they are sold through HD dealerships, I will not be considering any EBR motorcyles.

Dude... ain't no way, no how, nevva gonna happen!

[veefer800canuck]

Dude... ain't no way, no how, nevva gonna happen!

Not on Erik Buells grammas grave. Never.

Who may sell them is multi line dealers selling euro bikes.
Triumph, Ducati, MV Agusta, Benelli, etc.

[Tpoppa]

Not on Erik Buells grammas grave. Never.

Who may sell them is multi line dealers selling euro bikes.
Triumph, Ducati, MV Agusta, Benelli, etc.

I want to believe that too.   Unless I'm mistaken, I think some of the one hundred 1190RS bikes were in HD showrooms.

[stromgal]

The huge KTM dealer network is an obvious fit.    

[Jesse]

The huge KTM dealer network is an obvious fit.    

There's a fresh link on badweb to a Motorscycle & Powersport News article about EBR planned 2013 model line up and their plans for setting up a dealer network: http://www.motorcyclepowersportsnews.com/Item/104903/erik_buell_racing_expands.aspx

"EBR is launching three new platforms in 2013 — an R version, a Street Fighter and an Adventure series. These three new models will be based upon the EBR-designed and developed 1190cc liquid-cooled twin and will be priced under $19,000."

Good stuff...hope they succeed.

Jesse