| Author | Message | ||
     Hughlysses |
Motorcyclist: http://www.motorcyclistonline.com/reviews/2014-ebr -1190sx-first-ride?dom=mcy&loc=contentwell&lnk=201 4-ebr-1190sx-first-ride Motorcycle.com: http://www.motorcycle.com/manufacturer/erik-buell- racing-manufacturer/2015-ebr-1190sx-first-ride-rev iew.html | ||
| Ratbuell |
if the gigantic torque curve the EBR delivers doesn’t put a smile on your face, there’s something wrong with you. heheh....  | ||
| Redbuelljunkie |
Just demoed an RX and SX back-to-back. The SX wins hands-down. Even for occasional track riding, I'd take the SX without hesitation. There's something more to the SX that can't be explained by ergos alone- it has a completely different nature from the RX. My post-demo preference rating is as follows: #1 SX, #2 X1 I rode there on, #3 RX. I honestly don't think I'd buy an RX for the street- it's a thoroughbred race animal that was borderline disappointing on public roads. The SX does everything the RX does, only better. I was totally surprised by this experience- the SX is just that different. Go ride one and see for yourself. | ||
| Ratbuell |
Same thing I noted on the 1125s. The R was fun on the track, and extremely capable...but I bought a CR. Granted, there's a gearing difference between the R/CR, but I just like the CR better. More....soul. Like a new S1W  I'm not allowing myself to ride ANY 1190 at all until the AX arrives. It's hard enough to wait, without a test ride... | ||
| Dmhines |
The SX is the exact same bike except for handlebars .. same engine, same gearing, etc not sure how there could be something "more" unless its all in your head..  ... When I was a single bike owner I chose a 1125CR after riding both the R and CR because it was more comfortable. Now that I have a my HD Sportster to cruise, my Monster to ride Hooligan and my R to feel like a racer ... I have all bases covered | ||
| Ourdee |
I'm not allowing myself to ride ANY 1190 at all until the AX arrives. I'm with you. | ||
| Classax |
I think the SX will be the hands down winner for EBR in the sales race between the SX and the RX. The RX is a dedicated track bike with great street manners! The SX is a dedicated street bike with great track manners. The reality is most of the people in the ERB target demographics are looking for the SX and AX as their racer boy days are behind them. The SX and RX are the same machine but the seating and bars on the SX make it more accessible ,comfortable, and practical for the less committed(non track day street only) riding set. (Message edited by classax on August 25, 2014) | ||
| Barkbuster |
Ditto what he Classax said! | ||
| Hootowl |
(In my best Capt Kirk) Must...not...ride...SX...Must...resist. Don't..need...another...motorcycle. (Rolls out of chair and loses consciousness) | ||
| Hughlysses |
(In my best Lee Merriweather voice...) 1190SX: "I am for you, Hootowl... " | ||
| Hootowl |
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| Court |
How did that dealer who hosted the recent even do? . . . . I recall someone thinking they'd sell a couple bikes the following week. Any reports? | ||
| Finedaddy1 |
If you are referring to Randy @ RPM in Greenville, SC I spoke w/ him face to face this past Friday, he has sold (2). | ||
| Court |
Excellent. If each dealer has sold 4 or 5 already . . . that's good news. | ||
| Classax |
I think most of the dealers have only sold an (1) RX, maybe two(2) each. The SX is being purchased more briskly from what I've heard. | ||
| Noone1569 |
My dealers sold 5x rx, 1x sx, and 1rs | ||
| Finedaddy1 |
Yes I agree, this is good news. I wish I had a demo to show off around our favorite roads in the area, these bikes need exposure. Here in East Tennessee they are in their element. | ||
| Hughlysses |
Richard- Have you checked out the TN dealer yet? | ||
| Finedaddy1 |
No, when I'm ready to buy I'm going to see Randy at RPM, this guy went out of his way to bring the demo's to Little Switzerland and he's offered me more than a fair price for my bike. He also "gets it" and I want to see this guy's business take off. | ||
| Hughlysses |
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| Froggy |
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| Reepicheep |
Boy is that a nice view from the cockpit... | ||
| Hootowl |
Aaargh! (rolls back over and passes out again) | ||
| Classax |
Hootowl- meet me at Yankees one Weekend and I'll let you test one that has already been broken in on one of our favorite roads. You know the spot! | ||
| Hootowl |
The spot? There are two curves in Houston. Which one are you talking about? check my profile | ||
| Hughlysses |
And.... here's Cycle World's first ride report: http://www.cycleworld.com/2014/08/29/2015-ebr-1190 sx-first-ride-naked-sportbike-motorcycle-review-ph otos-specifications/?src=SOC&dom=fb Interesting, the test bikes were 2015 models, which have slightly altered suspensions compared to the 2014 models. | ||
| Hughlysses |
Interesting info on where the pieces originate from the Cycle World article:
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| Classax |
The spot? There are two curves in Houston. Which one are you talking about? The one south of Yankees' Tavern. | ||
| Hughlysses |
Cycle News ride report starting on page 58: http://cyclenews.uberflip.com/t/24308 |
