| Author | Message | ||
     Plh2006 |
I am wanting info on bike runs, but I have a ducati and i am looking for a buell blast for my wife this will be here 1st bike. So do you all let Ducati's ride with you all? | ||
| Lowflyer |
Sicuri, guidiamo con qualcuno. Sure, we ride with anybody. Be sure to check out the KCLW thread. The KC area is largely bi-postal here on Badweb. | ||
| S2scott |
I will probably be going to the bikers for babies ride sunday but the flint hills sounds fun for another time. | ||
| Trueblue |
Plh2006 (Paul), If your looking for a Buell Blast call me at 816-966-2222 I am a salesman for Gails HD/Buell ask for Jim in sales or send me a message through this board , we are supposed to pick one up today, had a guy walk in the other day and wanted to sell his Blast, we bought it, let me know what you think. Eric, Loren, Chad-Thanks for showing up for the Queensryche ride, that was a good time, I will talk to Mike about some of the photos he took, the article should appear next month in Thunder Press. | ||
| Trueblue |
This was just released: BUELL ANNOUNCES SUPPORT OF NEW MOTO-ST ENDURANCE SERIES SuperSport Twins Class Presented by Buell as well as Contingency for all Classes EAST TROY, Wis. (September 7, 2006) – Buell Motorcycle Company recently announced support for the new MOTO-ST endurance racing series, which will begin with the 8-Hours at Daytona on October 21, 2006. Buell will be the presenting sponsor of the MOTO-ST SuperSport Twins (SST) class and will offer $10,000 of contingency support to privateer Buell racers aboard XB and XBRR model motorcycles at the inaugural Daytona event. The Buell contingency bolsters the $100,000 total event purse recently announced by MOTO-ST. “We’re really excited about the MOTO-ST endurance series and we’re proud to support the privateer Buell racers who will step up to the challenge,” said Erik Buell, Chairman and Chief Technical Officer of Buell Motorcycle Company. “Endurance racing is a true test of man and machine and the sights and sounds of all those V-Twins thundering around the high banks of Daytona for eight hours is going to be awesome.” Buell will award Buell racers in the SuperSport Twins class with $2,000 to win; $1,000 for second; $750 for third; $500 for fourth; and $350 for fifth. Buell racers in the GrandSport Twins and Sport Twins class will receive $1,000 to win; $750 for second; $500 for third; $300 for fourth and $200 for fifth. Complete details of the $700,000-plus 2006 Buell contingency program, including the racer registration form, are available at www.buell.com in the Racing Support Section. MOTO-ST is organized by Professional Motorsports Productions of Toronto, Ontario, Canada and is sanctioned by the American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) of Pickerington, Ohio. The Grand American Road Racing Association, based in Daytona Beach, Fla., provides the series with administrative and commercial support. The MOTO-ST advisory board features some of the most respected individuals in the world of motorsports, including AMA Hall of Fame members, respected motorcycle racing journalists and renowned officials from various forms of road racing. Learn more about MOTO-ST at www.moto-st.com. | ||
| Shazam |
8 A.M. Sunday at the corner of 110th st. and I-70 red brick building (visitors center) parking lot. please give me a call if you are planning on going so I know who to keep an eye out for. Bikers for Babies | ||
| Dustyjacket |
I got back from my Labor Day weekend run to do the Dragon (US 129) in TN/NC. Here is my report: http://www.dustyjacket.com/dragon/index.html I need to swap that Sportster for a Ulysses with some bags. As comfortable as it is in the long haul, it just wouldn't lean far enough without scraping footpegs, mufflers, the kickstand clamp, or the saddlebags. I saw a few Buells there: a tuber, a firebolt, and a Blast, and possibly a lightning or two. (Message edited by DustyJacket on September 08, 2006) | ||
| Shazam |
Bill, I was just there on August 27th riding around the mountain....amazing hardly descibes it. I would guess the most dangerous place for a motorcycle in America. Glad you came out of it in one piece. There are some pictures on www.killboy.com of the wine barrel and the accident you were talking about. none of you. one is a SV but can't tell if it's Pete. COOL! | ||
| Dustyjacket |
Yup. Pictures and even videos cannot convey what it is like. I never thought I could have so much fun at such a low speed. I could have done better if I had a different bike, I guess. I guess you left as I arrived. Actually, there are a few pics of me on killboy.com, mostly from Sunday 9/3, under cruisers. There should also be some from Saturday, and maybe even one from Friday night. I've been trying to buy some, but the thumbnails don't come up for me, and the shopping cart doesn't work. I E-mailed him, but have received no response. Pete is easy to tell as he has a white helmet and had his tail trunk on the whole time. | ||
| Groggy |
Eric, I'd like to join you on the Flint hills ride. I can only go if it's earlier in the day, I have to work Sun. night. What's the Plan? | ||
| Ctyxrnr |
meet at the BP fuel station on Wannamaker Rd. and I-70 between 9:30 and 10:00 am leave at 10:15 after riders meeting. | ||
| Shazam |
how'd the ride go? | ||
| Groggy |
I wasn't able to go, had to repair my Hot water heater. Would have much rather been riding. | ||
| Ctyxrnr |
raining Sunday morning, beautiful early afternoon. went out riding and had a blast. love the flint hills wonderful riding. at work now will post later in the quick board about my FIRST TRACK DAY AT HPT!!!!! with pics | ||
| Trueblue |
Eric-Remember our conversation about a liquid cooled engine for the Buells, take a look at the new October motor cyclist magazine. They have an article based on someone seeing something that wasn't supposed to be seen at the proving grounds in Arizona, a liquid cooled 1200 sportster, when they asked Erik Buell about it he side stepped the question in typical Harley fashion, your wish may be coming true. I have the article here if you want to stop by and read it on your way home. Later. | ||
| Thunder |
By the way put this down on your calendars... Ralph Wayne's 14th Annual Vintage Backyard Nationals 10/7/2006 - 10/7/2006 Ralph's Back Yard 8100 E 100th St Kansas City, MO 64134 Here is link with more info ... http://cycleconnections.com/rallydetail.asp?id=536 | ||
| Farrisbueller |
Brag meeting at Gail's 9/21/06 7 p.m. Up coming ride to I-70 speedway with tickets for National/Local Brag members. Special parking / Lap the track at intermission. See ya Thursday Chris | ||
| Trueblue |
September 20, 2006 Buell XBRR Takes Dramatic Debut Win in France Michel Amalric triumphs at prestigious Bol d’Or race meeting Creteil Cedex, France (Sept. 19, 2006) - France’s Michel Amalric, racing his Macadam Moto sponsored Buell XBRR, secured a dramatic win at the famous Magny-Cours circuit last weekend. In only his second competitive outing on the Buell XBRR, Amalric beat the challenge of a 39-strong field in the Pro-Twin Final and took the checkered flag 1.14 seconds ahead of Alain Cottard’s Aprilia RSV 1000 and 3.94 seconds ahead of Stephane Molinier’s third-place Ducati 999. Amalric’s stirring performance for the Macadam Moto team (the official Buell dealership in Marseilles) proved to be even more impressive when the news emerged that the race at Magny-Cours was mainly being used as preparation for the 2007 Pro-Twin championship season. “The Macadam Moto team had decided to use this last race of the 2006 season as an opportunity to get some quality racing experience under their belts in preparation for a full race program in 2007,” said Jean-Luc Mars, managing director of Buell France. “Michel also overcame the additional problem of qualifying on a wet surface and then the final took place on a dry track. Due to tight time constraints, as well as the newness of this team, he simply had not been able to get any practice in on dry conditions,” Mars added. The Buell XBRR’s performance proved to be a superb testament for the limited-edition production racing motorcycle (which is based on the highly-acclaimed Buell Firebolt XB12R) as more than 70,000 motorcycle racing enthusiasts converged on Magny-Cours over the course of the weekend. The climax of this celebrated race meeting is the 24 hour Bol d’Or (Gold Cup) race which is held on the Magny-Cours Formula 1 track and is one of motorcycling racing’s hardest endurance races. Although this was only the Moto Macadam Buell XBRR’s second competitive race in France, the team was quietly confident that they might be able to spring a surprise after Amalric finished a creditable fifth in their debut race at Ledenon in August. Buell’s European marketing director John Lewis commented: “We’re delighted that Erik Buell’s vision of offering private racers with a professional-level, race-ready, production-based racing motorcycle is now succeeding so well here in Europe. The Moto Macadam team has certainly underlined the real potential of the XBRR in just their second outing and we’re really looking forward to seeing what they can achieve next season.” Race Results – ‘Circuit de Nevers Magny-Cours’ – Pro Twin Final Top ten finishers 10 lap race 1. Michel Almaric – Buell XBRR 2. Alain Cottard – Aprilia RSV 1000 3. Stephane Molinier – Ducati 999 4. Fabienne Migout – Ducati 998 5. Frederic Bottoglieri - Aprilia RSV 1000 6. Jeremie Rasting - Ducati 998 7. Jean-Yves Bonnet – Ducati 998 8. Didier Dalet – Ducati 998 9. Jose Lattuada – Ducati 998 10. Aurelien Bantigny – Ducati 999 The Buell XBRR is a limited-edition production racing motorcycle based on the Firebolt XB12R, which is reworked at the factory into the XBRR for use in 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, please visit your local Buell dealer today to experience the pure streetfighter attitude, style and performance only found on board a Buell or simply go to www.buell.com | ||
| Trueblue |
Lee-If you havn't already seen this check out this ride report on the Ulysses it has to be one of the best ride reports I have come across, makes for some great reading with some great photos. Heres the link. http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=165811 | ||
| Lowflyer |
Yep, been there seen that. I'm a frequent flyer in Advrider too. It's a great write-up for sure. | ||
| S2scott |
Richie you might like the color of my new ride.  | ||
| Richieg150 |
Very cool ColorScott.Its a nice ride.They had one of the Street Rods in Orange at Gails that was really cool also.Do you still have the S2? | ||
| S2scott |
Yes I still have it, I would have a hard time parting with that bike I have had it since its birth, I have wanted a Screeming Eagle Vrod even before I rode one over a year ago in Sturgis.  | ||
| Trueblue |
Lee, Bob-Check out the route these guys are taking on their Uly's, thats a long haul. http://enlazandoamerica.com.ar/ | ||
| Lowflyer |
I like the name of the link to the route; "MAPA DE RUTA"  That is quite the haul. | ||
| Trueblue |
For you tube frame lovers- Just arrived at the dealership- 2002 X1 White Lightning 1469 miles, immaculate condition, race kit. Asking $5995.00 | ||
| Lowflyer |
I like tubers, but I can't figure out how to get the gas in the frame. Anyway, how much gas could those skinny little tubes possibly hold?  | ||
| Lowflyer |
And now a serious question for anyone that might know: Why is it that after my fork oil was changed at the dealer, I have noticed that my forks bottom out on bumps and heavy braking???????? I have checked all of the available adjustments and they are set exactly as before, and I can see no evidence of leaking. | ||
| Keef |
how about the the fluid viscosity and did the proper amount get reinstalled ???????  | ||
| Richieg150 |
Why is it that after my fork oil was changed at the dealer, I have noticed that my forks bottom out on bumps and heavy braking???????? After a fork oil change it shouldnt be doing that,thats a no brainer .You might be able to contact Buell direct and get an answer.Sounds like maybe there isnt enough oil in them?Just a guess at this point,hope you find out whats up.Or a simpler solution would be..1)AVOID I repeat AVOID all bumps and 2) Avoid all HEAVY braking while riding.  |
