| Author | Message | ||
     Wile_ecoyote |
 Good words to remember. Thanks Rboy. We all love our Buells and thats all that matters. Most people dismiss us because we're different and I like that. Especially while running past a squid on a Yamajunk in the twisties. Eric had this in mind I believe. Handling is where the normal streetbiker finds harmony, not at 160mph. I live to corner not dragrace in a straightline. | ||
| Cgocifer |
It's nice to have something that nobody else has. Some bikes are rare because they are expensive, some are rare because they are built in limited quantities, but ours are rare because squids think they're junk. Well, so be it! The fewer squids with our bikes, the better IMO. | ||
| Slaughter |
I know I'm cross-posting but we're going to be having a track day put on by Glendale Buell/HD at the Streets of Willow (Willow Springs shorter/twisty track) on March 19th. Will be posting details. http://www.badweatherbikers.com/buell/messages/37/ 40.html?1172193965 Glendale will be doing some filming. This is a SOCIAL event as much as a riding event... it is NOT racing - it is a track day, there will be people there to offer technical support, bike setup, on-track guidance. Come one, come all! More info as it becomes available. | ||
| Hoffmannk |
I am looking at buying a 2001 M2 Cyclone... I really like the looks of an S1 tail... is there any way to put a S1 tail on a M2?? What will need to be modified?? Anyone ever done or seen this?? What about a fender eliminator?? I would also like to have a solo seat... email me pictures and information about my request to hoffmannk at uwplatt dot edu about the swap... Thanks (Message edited by Blake on March 03, 2007) | ||
| Blake |
The Cyclone's sub-frame is too long to accept an S1 tail section. If you are handy with a welder and shop tools, you can carve it up and configure it into S1 form. Pretty sure there are multiple discussions in the archives here somewhere. If you get lost looking for them, give me a holler and I'll see if I can help.  One suggestion: If you don't want a lot of spam, avoid posting your email address online in view of the whole world. I've edited your post to try to prevent the spambots from harvesting yours. | ||
| Hoffmannk |
} HEY BLAKE... thanks 4 the help on spam... I have found a few archives about this top but have not been able to find "FINISHED PRODUCT" pictures.... do they make such a thing for the m2 as a solo seat and tail?? you happen to know of any one who has done this before?? thanks KH | ||
| Endoman28 |
hoffmannk endoman here i had a 97 m2 that i used an s1 tail section on aswell as an xb firebolt nose and support bracket. all you have to do is rework the sub frame loop and angle you'll need a welder tape measure some black frame paint and an angle finder and of course the s1 tail to mock it up. fender elimanater i never found. i do have paper pic of that bike but i would have to find someone to scan them for me in oder to send them to see if you like that set up | ||
| Hoffmannk |
Yes, see if you can have sum1 scan those pictures... I was looking on ebay at a led taillight with integrated blinkers... would it work with the s1 tail... i guess are the taillights the same?? DOES ANY1 HAVE PICTURES OF A S1 TAIL ON A M2?? WHAT IS YOUR OPINION ON WHICH SEAT IS MORE COMFORTABLE IF YOU HAVE RIDDEN BOTH??? | ||
| Slaughter |
This just out today about our track day in a couple weeks! ($100 track days are really rare nowadays!) Note: If you have questions, you can PM me through my profile here - I'll get right back to you no later than same evening.
(Message edited by slaughter on March 06, 2007) | ||
| Chauly |
I'm still looking for an S-1/S-3 motor for my '97 S-3. If anybody knows of a wadded bike that is not salvageable, drop me a line. Having my bike laid up for the season is going to be painful! | ||
| Lleblanc |
SAVE BIG ON... Saturday March 17, 2007 8:30am-7:00pm Sunday March, 18, 2007 9:00am-5:00pm Save 20% on ALL BUELL Parts and Accessories! See Parts Department for Details. Skip Fordyce Harley-Davidson/ Buell 7688 Indiana Avenue Riverside, CA 92504 951-785-0100 www.skipfordyce.com http://www.badweatherbikers.com/buell/messages/171 43/246641.html?1173488780 | ||
| Captlusk |
Could some one please tell me when the XB12Ss (Long) was first marketed? Was 06 the first year? Thanks. | ||
| Caddypat |
hi all,this may not be the right aera,but i need some valid opinons on which works best,the drummer stainless or the micron.i am going to purchase one of them,i havent decided yet.i have read the shootout and would like to hear from real world users.thx pat | ||
| Tdiddy |
I think 06 was the first year for the Ss. | ||
| Captlusk |
Thanks Tdiddy. | ||
| Gary_uk |
Any of you guys know the current price for a S-1 clutch cable? Hearing stories that price in the UK has just gone up to $110+ | ||
| Firemanjim |
Gary.I know the S-2 one just recently took a big jump in price. How about the aftermarket? Check with Al at American Sportbike. | ||
| Hoffmannk |
HELLO EVERY1... I AM GOING TO BE INSTALLING A S1 SOLO SEAT ON MY M2... WHERE IS THE BEST PLACE TO FIND A S1 SOLO SEAT AND TAIL COMBO?? IS THE TAILLIGHT THE SAME?? THANKS!! | ||
| Bomber |
Hoff -- the tailsection of an S1 will not bolt on the M2 frame without modifying the frame -- if you're looking for parts, check out the classified section here -- they also turn up on ebay | ||
| Wyckedflesh |
Gary, an XB Clutch cable will fit an S-1 just fine. | ||
| Al_lighton |
Wycked, You sure about that? We have to use different slave cylinders for XB vs XL engines, the distance from the threaded in primary cover entrance to the ball ramp arm is about 10mm longer. If that can be adjusted out at the adjuster, then you may be right. I haven't tried it. The clutch cables used to be in the mid $20s, then they jumped to about $45, and they just jumped again to about $57. But the XB cables are still in the mid $20s. So if what Wycked writes is true, it's a good deal. Al | ||
| Wyckedflesh |
We did it on Bartimus' S1 while I was waiting for new clutch plates and a new cable for him. He replaced it AFAIK with an XB cable from Murray at Sante Fe HD/Buell. It is the "S" model that I speak, the "R" model has that stiffener at the lever. | ||
| Cgocifer |
So, my local dealer in Manchester, NH like most HD dealerships have removed most of the Buell accessories and apparel. They now have a couple of helmets, some shirts and one overpriced jacket. They reduced the number of bikes for sale and stuffed the accessorys/apparel in a back, hidden corner. Buell needs to have stand-alone dealerships as mentioned on this site before!! I told the service guy about a particular problem and some HD dude next to me kept shaking his head and frowning like I was ruining his precious HD diamond-studded image of being the "hard core" biker brand. Whatever, those dudes pay almost 20,000 dollars for their slow, heavy barcoloungers!! I don't want to just look cool, I want to have fun going around corners without worrying about dragging my pipes and saddlebags. "Yep, it's loud, and slow, but I'm one bad mofo because I can afford this sled!" | ||
| Buellinachinashop |
Cg, it baffles me to see all the HD/Buell dealers. then you go in and they have 2 bikes and no accessories available. Hal's is one of the biggest Buell dealers here in Southern Wisconsin and all they have is a few jackets, a bunch of shirts and a small rack with a few items on it. The amount of HD stuff outweighs the Buell gear/accessories 10-1. If the web page has accessories listed on it, Buell dealers should stock them. Buell guys want Buell parts just like the Harley guys do. I'm sorta tired of the half/@ssed way dealers are doing things and I just got into this. | ||
| Cgocifer |
I think most of us are tired of it. It further sucks to walk into dealerships and feel like an outsider or that you aren't welcome there by the other customers. Not that I really care what others think, but the atmosphere could be better. Heck, if Buell had a stand-alone dealership, I might just spend more time and hence, more money on accessories and products. | ||
| Cityxslicker |
We got em, we support em, I ride em. I am convinced that if you don't have an enthusiast on staff that promotes, rides and is excited about Buells, that they will not sell. | ||
| Iamike |
I'd be more interested in Buell clothing if they weren't asking $26 for a basic t-shirt. | ||
| Cgocifer |
I'd be more interested in Buell clothing if they weren't asking $26 for a basic t-shirt. Totally agree! Cityxslicker, Our dealer has at least two Buell rider/enthusiasts on staff, but still the nonsense continues. I guess it's not the dealers fault really. It's a business decision. They sell wayyy more Harley stuff and not much Buell stuff, so the Buell stuff gets moved to the corner. } (Message edited by cgocifer on March 22, 2007) | ||
| Bomber |
I read a letter to the editor recently in a major moto rag -- the writer said he'd sold his HD bagger and bought a Goldwing, being tired of the lack of quality and performance available from HD touring rigs (his words, not mine, btw) . . . . writer went on to express dismay when trying to buy t-shirts, posters, sox and other paraphenalia linked to his new Goldwing -- was confused and disoriented when the Honda staff pointed him to the single tshirt they had -- likened going into the Honda delaership to "entering another world." Pormptly sold his Goldwing, and bought a new HD bagger. curious, I thought | ||
| Jayvee |
I got two words for you Bomber, "life style" I used to be amused by the t-shirts and doodads at the local H-D dealer, back when I was just looking, but now that I got an M2, I'm not amused that they don't carry any Buell stuff! |
