| Author | Message | ||
     Ride4life |
As a current 848 owner who will shortly be an 1125CR owner and in light of HD dumping Buell...this is pretty interesting: http://www.cyclenews.com/articles/road-racing/2010 /02/09/latus-goes-ducati | ||
| Avc8130 |
I thought the 1125 was still eligible for AMA competition...hence EBR *confused* ac | ||
| Hootowl |
They may have made that decision before EBR was announced. They may also be trying to get a racing effort together that will be around for a few years. No one knows (besides EBR) whether EBR will be around next year. Last I heard, they had a one year agreement with HD. I wish them the best with whatever brand they end up racing. Latus has been a huge supporter of Buell over the years. | ||
| Froggy |
It is still eligible. Most of the 1125R riders jumped ship after the d-day announcement. Last time I looked only two 1125R's were racing in DSB. | ||
| Court |
They are eligible. | ||
| Buellblastrider |
good fimd. ride4life if i may ask why are you selling your duc?.they are beautiful bikes and i hope to own a 1098 or 1198 someday. | ||
| Blackflash |
Not looking to good folks. | ||
| Blake |
Not as bad as your grammar. | ||
| Barker |
Pre 10-15-09 one of the big reasons you should be racing a Buell was the contingency $$$. One of the best in racing. The absence of BMC contingency money, has forced some racers to change their business plan, which for some means switching brands. | ||
| Court |
>>>>The absence of BMC contingency money, has forced some racers to change their business plan That's ONE of the reasons . . . . they both involve money. Keep thy eyes sharply peeled. | ||
| Ride4life |
@Buellblastrider, am selling the Duc because it is just not a great street bike. It is gorgeous, and I think the mods I've made have added a lot to that sex appeal. However, I smile for the first 30 minutes but the next 30-60 are more pain than pleasure. It's ergos are hardcore track-oriented. This is even with a great aftermarket Sargent seat, higher triple clamp (SpeedyMoto), and Swatt 1.5" risers. I want a bike that leaves me smiling from start to finish. I looked at the StreetFighter but so damn expensive and also very aggressive riding position (easy to throw on bar risers and a better seat but still, $15K). I love the HyperMotard but wish they would have put the 1198 in it first instead of the new MultiStrada 1200. Here's the expired eBay ad for a look...it will be back up soon...there's no doubt it's a gorgeous bike: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?Vi ewItem&item=220546425308&viewitem=&sspagename=STRK %3AMESELX%3AIT | ||
| Blackflash |
}>>>>The absence of BMC contingency money, has forced some racers to change their business plan That's ONE of the reasons . . . . they both involve money. Keep thy eyes sharply peeled. . Ah nothing better than a Administrator ganging up on a guy.  }Just like d-day huh court. Like I stated Its not looking good folks. Is erik putting money in any sponsor form? (Message edited by blackflash on February 10, 2010) | ||
| Dammitquikgentry |
This is a buell enthusiast forum. I don't understand why people are bashing buell and jumpin on blake and court. If you're that unhappy, go get a gixxer and f@$* off! Sorry just annoying to read people whinin in every single thread. | ||
| Keef |
i went out and bought a very large block of cheese so all the winers could have so cheese while they are crying.....you donna' lika da buell 'den hit da road....   | ||
| Dentguy |
Maybe I missed the part of this thread where someone was bashing Buell? | ||
| Blackflash |
This is a buell enthusiast forum. I agree but when all the racers are gone I dont see much to be enthused about.I watch the ama races and go to them as well.I was very happy at the results l;ast year.This year I have nothing to look forward too. Lets be honest here.Whos rootin for who this year. Oh wait who's racing this year in the ama. There dropping like flies.I like my bike and its properties but as far as enthused? I lost that 3 months ago. | ||
| Froggy |
Sorry for you loss, but not many are with you on that. Many of us have been Buell enthusiasts long before the 1125R came along.  | ||
| Aeholton |
There are 2 Buells running in the Daytona 200. Try rooting for them. | ||
| Blackflash |
I know but loosing danny/bruce and knapp/latus was big blow.I talked to danny and taylor for quite sometime at mid ohio.Good guys.Then i saw danny win.I was stoked.Now I see this stuff happening. Like i said I love my R and wouldn't trade it for any rice. Ive had my fair shares of buells as well.This isn't the first buell i've owned. | ||
| Paint_shaker |
There are 3 Buells in the 200.. James Gang, Walt Sipp and Shawn Higbee. There are a host of Buells running at the club level. Go Buell Racers!! | ||
| Blackflash |
I met shawn at mid ohio also.He was a nice young lad . | ||
| Court |
Just like d-day huh court.} FYI - I am neither an administrator or a moderator. Not sure I understood the question or if you were addressing me. You'll note there were a lot of riders changes brands about the same time. They'll be back. I'm heading to Daytona, it had ought to be a great time. | ||
| Puzzled |
Paint Shaker I didn't see Walt Sipp on the registration list for the 200. I must have missed him, I'll look again. |
