| Author | Message | ||
     Nik |
As long as the AMA considers it homologated, its homologated. There's no reason the 'race use only' 1125r bikes built by Erik Buell Racing couldn't be considered 2010 Buell 1125Rs with the VIN stamped over. Do the (rumors?) that there won't be any 2010 Suzukis in the States mean that there won't be any GSXRs racing in any AMA pro series in 2010? Doubtfull. (Message edited by nik on November 20, 2009) | ||
| Two_buells |
York has a tenative contract and Erik is starting a new company! How about a line of race inspired accessories for street bikes!   | ||
| Reg_kittrelle |
Interestingly, it appears that the champ won't be on a Buell in '10 http://roadracingworld.com/news/article/?article=3 8753 Mike... Whew... looks like you still have job. | ||
| Poppinsexz |
Hot D***, Glad to finally here some good news. Not what I wanted but a step in the right direction. | ||
| Hughlysses |
Danny could still ride a Buell, I mean EBR in Superbike! | ||
| Ferris_von_bueller |
Great, Nik, but that won't work forever. At some point, the 1125 will become uncompetitive or it's mechanical makeup will change so much as to no longer resemble the homologated bike. Considering HD is giving it's blessing to this endeavor by licensing the use of the 1125 and it appears EBR will be operating out of the current factory complex AND "veteran personal" are being kept on, I'm beginning to believe Buell Motorcycle company MIGHT be revived at some point in the future IF the economy improves. | ||
| Americanmadexb |
Danny could still ride a Buell, I mean EBR in Superbike! Could, but he signed with Suzuki | ||
| Walt |
This is awesome news! | ||
| Reg_kittrelle |
Danny is signed with Zook to ride DSB. Depending upon how is contract reads he could possibly also race Buell in SB. | ||
| Chadhargis |
Dear Santa, For Christmas this year, I'd like a few hundred independently franchised Buell dealers. I've been a bad, bad, boy...but in a good way Santa. Thanks, Chad | ||
| Tpoppa |
A bit of speculation here...but Erik very likely signed a non-compete agreement with HD. Producing 'race only' bikes would not violate that agreement as Harley doesn't produce race bikes. Apparently, Erik was able to work this out with the approval of someone at HD. He is able to continue his R&D until any non-compete would expire, then he would be well positioned to return to streetbikes. This is actually pretty good news. With Suzuki announcement, 2010 is looking to be a weak year for new model sales anyways. | ||
| Nik |
Who says its for forever? My initial thoughts on reading the press release was that it might be a way to keep Erik and Company in the sportbike business without violating any kind of non-compete agreements with the Murdership. But this is all just speculation. I'm really excited to see what the future holds. [edit] aww too slowwwww.... (Message edited by nik on November 20, 2009) | ||
| Two_buells |
>>>>Mike... Whew... looks like you still have job. we vote on it Dec 2 and the Board of Directors decide Dec 10, but all looks ok. | ||
| Barker |
We start back @ square one, like with the RW750 days. I am looking forward to the future. | ||
| Chadhargis |
Buell started as a racing company. This is a return to their roots. There is more to racing than the AMA and WSBK. All in good time my friends....Erik has a plan. | ||
| Bartimus |
Didn't Erik start off by building 50 bikes a year, in order for his bikes to qualify for AMA racing? All he needs to do is build 50 street legal bikes for his new model to be AMA approved. Or is this just wishful thinking? | ||
| Court |
>>>Erik has a plan. That is an accurate statement. I refer you back to my "be patient" statement 2 weeks ago.  This is a good thing. | ||
| Dcc46 |
sweet , finally some good news | ||
| Ulynut |
YEEEE-HAAAAAA!!!!! Lets go racing!! | ||
| Chuma1 |
I am so happy!  | ||
| Buellinachinashop |
"YEEEE-HAAAAAA!!!!!" That's on the back of the 2002 Demo Rides shirt! | ||
| Court |
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| Tpoppa |
“We’ve got some exciting race development projects in the works" Since EBR has not yet started, is it fair to assume that Erik was able to keep some of his patents and IP??? | ||
| Madduck |
Court, I will be in the market for a chain drive swingarm for my 08 @ Bonneville. When will race parts become available?? We will be making our own up in April so if someone could let me know before then that would be great. | ||
| Hex |
I just cracked open my first London Brown Ale homebrew! (and started up my Bridgeport CNC)  | ||
| Madduck |
Odd fact, Dannys old team will not be producing 2010 motorcycle next year and Suzuki just announced that they won't be either. Best of luck to Danny, prayers too I guess. | ||
| Cyclonedon |
it sure sucks losing RMR and Danny next year. I wanted them to defend their championship on a Buell Motorcycle. | ||
| Just_ziptab |
I've pissed away my small window of "after work daylight to get stuff done outdoors".....to read these threads. Yeah,it was worth it. I'm happy for Erik .....I can't support him with a race bike purchase.......but anything else will be a go. | ||
| Ferris_von_bueller |
Reading comprehension is a lost ability. | ||
| Reg_kittrelle |
ya think, RJ? |
