Tempted by a Buell!
Road Master
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From: MKE, WI
Is it a new or used Buell you are trading in on? The reason I ask is I thought of trading my 08 RG in on a 09 V-rod. The V-rod was used with 1100 miles on it. The dealer was going to do the trade with $3K cash back in my hand. Not sure if you trading in your 09 RK in on the Buell is the best deal around. I could be wrong though. Some other's I'm sure will chime in. I personally think you could do better. But if it's what you really want, then that's all that matters.
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The Buell is a new 2009 X12Scg and the MRSP is 10299. I have called around to other dealers in my area but none of them will get serious without seeing my bike in person. Fortunately there is 3 dealers in my area and 2 of them have the bike I am interested in. I figure 14000 for my bike minus the 3500 puts me right at MSRP plus Freight and set up of 289 for these Buells per both dealer. Not great but more for my trade in...
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I just came from a 2008 Ulysses XT. That's the one with the bags and is lower than the "regular" Ulysses.
Be warned.... if you want it for commuting - any Buell - the heat that comes off the right side is very noticable. It would cook my right leg. And, yes I always wear some type of riding gear, never shorts.
I really do like Buells but having my SG now, I wouldn't go back if I only could have one bike.
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Be warned.... if you want it for commuting - any Buell - the heat that comes off the right side is very noticable. It would cook my right leg. And, yes I always wear some type of riding gear, never shorts.
I really do like Buells but having my SG now, I wouldn't go back if I only could have one bike.
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I just came from a 2008 Ulysses XT. That's the one with the bags and is lower than the "regular" Ulysses.
Be warned.... if you want it for commuting - any Buell - the heat that comes off the right side is very noticable. It would cook my right leg. And, yes I always wear some type of riding gear, never shorts.
I really do like Buells but having my SG now, I wouldn't go back if I only could have one bike.
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Be warned.... if you want it for commuting - any Buell - the heat that comes off the right side is very noticable. It would cook my right leg. And, yes I always wear some type of riding gear, never shorts.
I really do like Buells but having my SG now, I wouldn't go back if I only could have one bike.
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From: Southeast Wisconsin
Not sure how much life is left in Buell. Sounds like they closed up shop for a while. The word I hear in MKE is they might not be around much longer. I've owned a Buell years back and really enjoyed it. I think they are about the worst as far as trade in or resale in the motorcycle world. Maybe this is just in my area? I've had my eye on a Ulysses for quite some time but just cant pull the trigger on it. Would be a great second bike for me. Every Buell I have driven has kept a smile on my face for a while after dismount. They are a kick in the pants to ride!.
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Thanks for all the input, I was aware of the heat on the right side and isn't a big concern since my past 2 harley's including my RK is a cooker in Florida. Even after the stage 1 mods it still throws off a lot of heat. I checked out a few of the Buell forums and it looks like an easy mod to cool the rear cyclinder down with a extra air scoop. I am still questioning the deal though?
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I currently have a 2009 road king which I have ridden for just about a year. It's a great bike but I don't use it for touring. I had planned to do much more long distance riding when I first bought it but I spend a majority of time around town with it which brings me to my dilema. I got a chance to take out a Buell Lightning and really felt that it fit me better, much lighter, nimble, better riding position and more designed for around town use). My question is do I stick it out with the FLHR or take the leap into the Buell world?
I would love to keep both but it's definitely not in the financial cards. I would either sell outright or try to swing a trade with a local Buell dealer.
Any thoughts?
I would love to keep both but it's definitely not in the financial cards. I would either sell outright or try to swing a trade with a local Buell dealer.
Any thoughts?
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They are closing down for 14 weeks if memory serves, but this is to clear out inventory. After that they hope to be up and running again. Harley was going to do a $10 million expansion for Buell this year but they decided to chuck it due to the economy. With Buell starting to win on the race track, I think they'll be around for a while and then the expansion talk will resurface again.
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From: MKE, WI
The Buell is a new 2009 X12Scg and the MRSP is 10299. I have called around to other dealers in my area but none of them will get serious without seeing my bike in person. Fortunately there is 3 dealers in my area and 2 of them have the bike I am interested in. I figure 14000 for my bike minus the 3500 puts me right at MSRP plus Freight and set up of 289 for these Buells per both dealer. Not great but more for my trade in...
As always I go with as long it's something I want, the cost doesn't matter. At the end of the day, you are getting a new bike and cash in your pocket. Not a bad thing.