| Author | Message | ||
     Mmcustoms |
A friend of mine has a 96 s2 signature series with the papers for it to . It has about 20,000 miles on it been sitting for about two years needs some work cosmetically And was in Erik Buells personal collection for some time also . Wondering whats it worth ? Thanks for anything help | ||
| Ebutch |
Marc if you buy it please show it to us!I,d say $2000 to $3000,But sounds like an important Buell !!!!  | ||
| Mmcustoms |
ok i went and seen it today he has the papers and the motor plate in the box still saying it #62 of 200 and the vin ends in 00062 how many did they number or make | ||
| Velocity |
Hi Marc, here is what I know: 1996 S2 Production: California = 24 Canada = 10 Japan = 1 Domestic = 188 Total = 223 1996 S2-T Production: California = 34 Canada = 26 Japan = 41 Domestic = 328 Total = 429 Hope this Helps! Scott | ||
| Essmjay |
Remember, they were all signature series, it's just that not everyone has the paper and cover. | ||
| Mmcustoms |
So how rare is this bike and is it a collector item ? I don't need another bike to ride I have a m2 and a x1 but I like this thing | ||
| Ebutch |
S2 started the Buell American Motors Mass-Production revolution!!!!  How much $$$$$$ and Pictures Please! | ||
| Ebutch |
How Rare maybe less than 1500 left  I,ve seen many pieces of them for-sale on the internet. (Message edited by ebutch on April 08, 2011) | ||
| Agusta74 |
To me, an S2 it is the only "really" collectable Buell made by the Buell Motorcycle Company (as opposed to the Buell Motor Company that built only 443 bikes all together and all are collectable) An early production original condition 1995 S2 in yellow with papers would be top of my list. Just my biased twisted opinion...  As for numbers around... the book talks about over 1658 S2 machines built. So my guess would be ones that are not crashed or very mucked about with... maybe a thousand good ones.. and getting less all the time... Regards Gavin 1990 RS1200 | ||
| Bernard |
Gavin, I'm agreeing with you. Unfortunately, the "not mucked with" message hasn't really made the round. Many people on this board are working hard on figuring out how to change their bikes, not knowing that every dollar spent on "improvements" equals 2 dollars lost in value. For example, a black S2 may look cool (and it would be my personal favorite), but it's worth exactly less what it would cost to switch the color professionally back to the 3-stage original one. | ||
| Agusta74 |
A number of owners will always modify their bikes, and thats cool and a big part of the fun for some people. It happens with every make and model. In time after the dust settles the good un-molested bikes will stand out as the ones to have. Get in now guys, they will never be cheaper | ||
| Mmcustoms |
I will try to get some pictures Monday ,I can pick it for 2500 has after force exhaust and intake and grips The rear plate bracket is broken where the turn signals go | ||
| Rkc00 |
Agusta74 I did get in now but with the 1996 S1. Not and S2 but close enough for me. 80 original miles with all original equipment. No recalls  (Message edited by RKC00 on April 10, 2011) | ||
| Mmcustoms |
Well I have another Buell now got it home tonite will try to post pictures tomorrow it's pearl white # 62 With the engine plate | ||
| Geedee |
Stunning bike Rkc00. My favourite style tuber and looks especially good with the original hugger. If that bike ever wants to emigrate to NZ, I'm sure I could help out. | ||
| Onahog |
# 107..S2T Canada version.. original patina, 48531 kms I dont need it but grabbed it in case some one else would like it.. lets talk if interested... hankb..  | ||
| 46champ |
RCKOO I'm going to ask a stupid question but what shock is on the S1 you just bought? Nice find why did they have the bike hid away? | ||
| Court |
That's the STOCK shock it was built with. | ||
| Ratbuell |
Y'know...people ask about "collectibility". Screw that. In the words of Erik himself - "just go ride the motorcycle". THAT is what it's for, and the S2 is no exception at all. Don't speculate, at least not with a Buell. Fill it with gas and go log some miles | ||
| F_skinner |
Plus 1 | ||
| Rkc00 |
46champ Everything on the bike is Stock as it came off the factory floor. This is a 100% unmolested bike | ||
| Ebutch |
 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RW8tAKG4rr0 | ||
| F_skinner |
I always love watching that video Butch. "We want to build a motorcycle you fall in love with" Mission accomplished....... | ||
| Rkc00 |
Ratbuell and Frank, You guys trying to tell me something????? Rode the 97 S1 today. Nice!!!! 96 S1 in storage  | ||
| Court |
Ride the 1997. Sit on the 1996. The 1996 is one of a very rare population of Buells. from gorgeous Southern California | ||
| F_skinner |
Certainly the smart thing to do. However, if I had a 1190 or RW750 I would be riding them. I am just not that smart. I have to remind myself sometimes that they are only motorcycles as they stir so much passion. I am sure that 96 S1 will have a spot at the Buell Historical Society one day along with other great examples. Mike, strictly speaking I am surprised you did not pick up the S2 as well. But as always I was pleased to see that go to another great Bueller as well. I had a glorious weekend of wrenching on my 95 S2 (number 35 and my daily rider) and getting the 96 S2T ready for a road trip to AZ. | ||
| Rkc00 |
Might have the 1125CR sold in a few weeks. If I do I will be looking for a 98 S1 WL or a 95 S2 | ||
| F_skinner |
Mike, you really got bit bad with the Buell bug. Those tubers get under your skin. I wonder how the other Mike is enjoying his S2? Frank |
