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     Steve_mackay |
Taken from: http://www.cyclenews.com/ShowStory.asp?HeadlineID=9213 The following release is from the Buell Motor Company: BUELL XBRR PRODUCTION BEGINS Revised Components Developed to Improve Reliability EAST TROY, Wis. (May 4, 2006) – Buell Motorcycle Company announced today that the production of XBRR race bikes, based on the Firebolt XB12R, has begun. A total of 50 XBRRs will be built in the production run. Buell announced last month that XBRR production had been delayed as engineers analyzed and refined components based on what was learned from the XBRR’s AMA Formula Xtreme racing debut at the Daytona 200 in March. Redesigned parts include new driveline components and a new timing trigger wheel, as well as a switch from a high-contact to a coarse-pitch 5th gear, according to Chairman and Chief Technical Officer Erik Buell. A larger oil cooler was also developed for the XBRR. Some of the new components were tested on XBRRs during the American Sport Bike Racing Association (ASRA) 250km Team Challenge endurance race at Road America in April, during which Veatch Motorsports rider Dave Estok and Deeley H-D/Buell Canada’s Steve Crevier finished 1-2 (with Estok crossing the finish line first overall) in the Solo Challenge class. Crevier also set a new ASRA Superbike Road America track record aboard the XBRR during the event. “The XBRR was designed to be an affordable, turn-key race bike for privateer racing teams competing at a professional level,” said Buell. “Reliability is critical, and we’re confident that the improvements we’ve made since Daytona will ensure that.” Buell said XBRR-equipped privateer teams may choose to re-enter the AMA Formula Xtreme series as early as the AMA’s next round at Infineon Raceway in Sonoma, CA, May 19-21. The Buell XBRR is a limited-edition production racing motorcycle based on the Firebolt XB12R and designed exclusively for closed-course competition. It offers private racers a professional-level, race-ready, production-based platform. Buell Motorcycle Company, a subsidiary of Harley-Davidson, Inc., produces sport motorcycles, motorcycle parts, accessories and apparel. To learn more about Buell motorcycles, visit your local Buell dealer today and experience the pure streetfighter attitude, style and performance only found on board a Buell. Pull into www.buell.com for the Buell dealer nearest you. } | ||
| Lake_bueller |
Sounds like some good news from the Elves in East Troy. I'm looking forward to the races at RA in June  | ||
| Diablobrian |
Outstanding! | ||
| Aeholton |
So...which teams will be at Sonoma May 19-21? | ||
| Rippin |
Lake You going to be there? Where ya stayin? | ||
| Cluckcluckpush |
Good to hear Dave Estok on an RR, one of the early Buell racers!! Now they need Jeff Johnson and Shaun Higbee racing RR's at RA to make it a true Homecoming!!! | ||
| Jon |
As expected... | ||
| Crusty |
Reading that starts my day off on a great note! Now watch some bastard louse it up | ||
| Court |
What'd I tell youse?  | ||
| Daves |
A bunch of us are going to be at the factory today. Maybe they'll need someone to put a few shakedown miles on a RR  | ||
| Jimidan |
This is not just good news, it is great news. I hope that the teams will take advantage of the upcoming meet at Summit Point in WV on May 28-29 to further shakedown these bikes for the Road America AMA FX event on June 4-6. I have a feeling that they will be there in full force, as they have had very limited seat time on the new bike. Wouldn't it be nice for a bunch of Buellers to show up at Summit Point to cheer these guys on. There are so few spectators at ASRA/CCS races that we could take over the place with as few as 20 folks. It could have big impact on the teams if we showed them some real support. Who all can be there? There is cheap camping at the raceway. I will be riding in with at least two more guys from KY. Jimidan (Message edited by jimidan on May 05, 2006) | ||
| 2kx1 |
If they are gonna be there and the weather isn't bad me and my X1 will be there. Lars | ||
| Chauly |
I may show up with my grandson... | ||
| Buelldyno_guy |
I got pumped when I got a call from Henry Duga today telling me they were coming to Infineon, asking if I had my AMA Card? ... Then if I could be available to help Thurs, Fri, Sat and Sun. ... When do I need be there was all I asked. ... God I love This Job. ... Terry Parsley. ... Manager Vallejo Performance Services. ... (AKA) H-D Buell of Vallejo | ||
| Rex |
Terry, will you be able to update everyone at ASBN in June? rex | ||
| Blublak |
Last I heard.. Infineon.. McWilliams?.. Crevier?.. Penzkoffer?.. Ciccoto? Or.. will there be new riders? Last thing I heard, McW is there! Now, if the others make it as well.. Heck, I'm kinda hoping the whole crew does the rest of the series, since I won't be able to see 'em live and in person until VIR.. |
