| Author | Message | ||
     Dr_greg |
With all the new faces on BB&D, I wonder how many folks---like moi---purchased their Ulys in 2005? Any "original" owners still around? Still riding the same bike? If I hadn't hit the deer I'd be at the 80K mile mark...sigh. --Doc | ||
| Etennuly |
Actually I think there are quite a few. I got mine new in April of '06. I waited for one to come available locally. The first wave sold out quickly. I had a perfectly good '05 City-X so there was no hurry for me. Now at 45,000 miles or so. Still farkling away at it! Still just as happy with it now as I was day one!  | ||
| Debueller |
I bought my first Uly in oct 2005. A 2006. I'm on my second one now....a 2008. Combined mileage on both about 70,000 miles. (Message edited by debueller on December 18, 2009) | ||
| Electraglider_1997 |
Me. Oct 05'. Runs great. No regrets. Built like a tank. | ||
| Electraglider_1997 |
Debueller, Any differences in how they run? I ended up getting my son an 07' ULY mainly because I didn't see that 08 or 09 had improved on the original. The 2010 is a different matter. It has the dual O2 sensors and that interests me but they are a rare bird and the only place I'll probably ever gaze at one will be at the 2010 Homecoming. Anyways, only you guys that have owned both the 06/07 and the 08/09 can really weigh in on whether one model type is better than another or just as good. I demo'd an 08' and wasn't to keen on the "up"graded throttle cam and it's weak off-idle. I understand that an ECM reflash maybe took care of that but I can't really vouch for that. Both my boy's 07' and my 06' have been very good representations of the venerable ULYSSES. | ||
| Hughlysses |
EG- if you really want to find a 2010 Uly, check out the newest feature at buell.com: http://www.buell.com/en_us/tools/find-a-bike/index .asp BTW- according to Court, Buell basically came up with this feature ~12 years ago. A Harley executive saw it and forbade them to use it because it would make HD look like they were in the dark ages.  | ||
| Electraglider_1997 |
Hugh, Thanks. I went through all the states and only Colorado has any 2010 XB12X available. One Black and one Yellow. If money was no object, and it most assuredly is, I'd buy a 2010. For now, I'll ride my 06 until it expires and I bet it outlasts me. (Message edited by electraglider_1997 on December 18, 2009) | ||
| Maximum |
EG: I think that those two are already spoken for...with the Buell riding sales dude (Dave) getting the yellow one. | ||
| Ulywife |
M2nc still riding his 2006 - purchased Oct 2005. | ||
| Ejc |
Dec '05. Not many miles,(20K), but all smiles. Winters in Wisconsin have been long. I recently purchased a snowmobile to compensate. | ||
| Ikeman |
Had an '06 bought new in Mar '06. Oil pump drive gear fragged itself in August 2008 (~21K miles). I was out of warranty but Buell agreed to replace the motor with a new one. After being stranded multiple times I decided at that time that I had a cursed bike but that by being a stand-up company Buell still deserved my business. Traded the Uly on a 2008 XB12R in October 2008 and been lovin' it ever since! | ||
| Thesmaz |
I've still got my 06. Ordered in 05, delivered to Germany in 06, transported back to Belgium same day and now it lives in Italy. Got about 26K on the clock but I'll tell you that those aren't nice miles! I tend to give it a good thrashing! | ||
| Pso |
06 purchased new in spring 06. Had fun w/dealer all winter, teasing them about purchasing. Was planning on using fattyB's deal of "fly and ride" only I would "ride and ride" trading 06 for at least a '10, but we all know the story now. Like my collectors item. | ||
| Buelllightening |
Had mine since OCT 05,only 17000 miles but done italy twice ,Germany and France,Italy again next year,still on Original belt and wheel bearings,brillant bike and always does 55 MPG | ||
| Wolfridgerider |
Still riding my 06 purchased in 06... first owner and hope to be the last I STILL LOVE THIS BIKE!! Just got home from Amsoil Distribution center... getting ready to do my 45,0000 mile service. Its all good! | ||
| Debueller |
The most noticeable differences with how the '06 runs vs the '08 is that the '08 is easier to start when cold thanks to the automatic high idle. The fuel mileage on my '06 was slightly better, too. Be aware that I'm not very picky and tend to conform easily to different bikes. I can hardly tell the difference between the 616's and the syncs.  I just make sure my bike is properly maintained and safe, then just get on and ride, and don't sweat the small things. (like front tire swim)  | ||
| Jlnance |
I'm still here. On my 2nd 06 Uly though.  | ||
| Parky |
done 22500 on my 06 Uly still going well Mark | ||
| Rays |
Still here! Still riding my '06 - purchased in November '05. I haven't used it as much this year - currently just past the 56,000 mile mark. I bought a new '09 XT in the Buell run-out here in Australia. I'm swapping between the two now and I would have to say the original '06 is my favourite. My '06 has had most of the standard niggles and as I've worked my way through them I have become completely attached to the lump. | ||
| Electraglider_1997 |
2010 ULY with 516 miles. http://saltlakecity.craigslist.org/mcy/1507184409. html | ||
| Madduck |
I am still riding my original 06 ULY, better know as the FBRAT Uly. Been gentle with thi miles as it has a special place in my heart. The new 1125R is an absolute hoot to ride. Now own two "collectible" buells. 06 ULY and 08 1125R. Life is good work wise, just waiting for winter to go away in the coming global warming. | ||
| Two_buells |
I purchased my First Uly in Sept 2005 #38 windshield. I traded it on my 2008 1125R. I might be getting a new 2009 Uly next week  I love the 1125R but really missed the Uly  It was either the Ulysses or a Ford Raptor SVT (the Buell was $31,000.00 less)  | ||
| Gamdh |
Still riding mine, '06 purchased in late Dec '05... coming up on 50K. Runs better than ever... | ||
| Rkc00 |
On my second Uly. An 09 XB12X. Traded in the 06 XB12X that was purchased in Sept. 05 on it. Also just picked up an 09 1125CR on 11/13/09. Mike Long Island, NY  | ||
| Luftkoph |
bought new in 12/06 still my #1 machine | ||
| Az_m2 |
Still riding my Uly, purchased Labor Day weekend 2005. 65,000 miles on the clock. Chris | ||
| Bobbuell1961 |
Still have my 06 Sept 05, # 14  41,000 miles and still puts a smile on my face every time i ride her  Bob | ||
| Coolice |
Still have my 06 purchased from DaveS in Appleton in Nov 05, but its for sale now. Have a 2010 Uly to continue the journey...... (Message edited by coolice on December 18, 2009) | ||
| Uly_kiwi |
Still have my 06 ,purchased in 06 i have no plans of selling ,"Loving it"  | ||
| Cityxslicker |
I rode the o5 for a demo.... too short. ended up on the CityX 36K miles and a new @ss end, Still muddy after all these years Debueller I'm on my second one now....a 2008. Combined mileage on both about 70,000 miles Glad to see she is still runnin strong. Happy Holidays, come out west some time, there's a growler with your name on it. |
