buellcurious
11-21-2010, 11:15 PM
Hello all,
I'm considering a XB12X or XT and have a question as to the viability of Buell as platform long term.
Not being familiar with the ins/out of the retirement of the nameplate by HD, what are the realities of parts availability long term for wear items? Brake rotors, pads, etc? What about more durable things like shocks, plastics and the like? Are all these items manufactured by third party vendors still in operation? How is the aftermarket support?
I doubt the drive train will ever be an issue as it's essentially an HD V-Twin, yes? And if you buggered a frame or swing arm, financially it'd probably be time to move on anyway.
These bikes are dead-sexy. I love the looks, sound and that they're American made. But my buddies with Stroms and GS1200s are playing "Taps" every time I bring up the Ulysses.
Looking for some un-biased (or biased) opinions. ;)
Thanks!
I'm considering a XB12X or XT and have a question as to the viability of Buell as platform long term.
Not being familiar with the ins/out of the retirement of the nameplate by HD, what are the realities of parts availability long term for wear items? Brake rotors, pads, etc? What about more durable things like shocks, plastics and the like? Are all these items manufactured by third party vendors still in operation? How is the aftermarket support?
I doubt the drive train will ever be an issue as it's essentially an HD V-Twin, yes? And if you buggered a frame or swing arm, financially it'd probably be time to move on anyway.
These bikes are dead-sexy. I love the looks, sound and that they're American made. But my buddies with Stroms and GS1200s are playing "Taps" every time I bring up the Ulysses.
Looking for some un-biased (or biased) opinions. ;)
Thanks!