Thinking about an 1125R

[Sarge1400]

Found an 1125R for sale, not a bad price. Less than 8k miles.
Never owned a crotch rocket before. Not sure why I want one now, other than the fact that I've always thought it would be cool to have a Buell. I've got 2 choppers, and live in the Great Plains, meaning there's not much in the way of twisty roads around here.
As far as insurance, it looks like about a buck a day, which is what I'm paying now on the other 2 bikes.

Any thoughts on the tentative purchase? Pros or cons on the bike?

[Cosworth]

What year? Main things to ask. If it's 09+ does it have the oil cooling stator. Has it had a aftermarket hydraulic clutch fitted yet? All years eventually start weeping fluid you'll notice discoloration or a wet spot on the right side clutch cover.

Other than that they are awesome bikes I have two and love them both.

The 09+ had an issue with overheating the charging stator the dealer fix was to fit a harness that basically lessened charging to keep the system cool there's been several reports of issues with that causing low voltage in traffic conditions. The aftermarket fix is a rotor that has a oiling hole using engine oil to cool the stator. The fix isn't hard I've done it on my 09 so feel free to reach out if you have to do this.

[Sarge1400]

My bad, it's an '08.
I believe the clutch is stock, although I can't say for sure. Seller does claim all recalls and TSBs have been performed by a dealer.

[Cosworth]

08 had a different charging system which wasn't known to have issues. The only dealer TSB's that addressed it to my knowledge just replaced o-rings etc which fail eventually too.

Some places say the 08 clutch doesn't weep either but mine did. The replacement is readily available $109 from http://www.erikbuellracing.net/store/models/1125r/ebr-clutch-actuator-cylinder-kit.html

[Sarge1400]

Cool, thanks for the link. I'll ask the seller about the clutch when I go look at the bike Saturday.

[Cosworth]

No problem good luck!

If you do wind up with it post it up!

[Sarge1400]

Will do!

Really wish I hadn't seen the big bore kit on that link you gave me, lol.

[Sarge1400]

Ok, I rode the 1125R yesterday. Great bike. The only thing I didn't care for was how far back I had to lift my head to see the road in front of me.
Every review I've read says how great the ergos are on this bike, but it's such a departure from what I'm used to that I'm afraid I wouldn't get accustomed to it, and the bike would end up not getting ridden.
Seller's price is ok, but not low enough to ensure a profit, or breaking even, on a flip. I've got until tomorrow to decide, not sure what to do at this point.

[34nineteen]

Maybe check out an 1125CR with the high bar kit?

I've heard this will fit an 1125R.

[Cooter]

CR all the way.
I don't know how big you are, I'm 5' 15" ;) and the high bars on a CR are perfect. I think with no corners around you'll tire of either one quickly. Is there a track nearby?

[Sarge1400]

No tracks that I know of.
I think I'm gonna make an offer tomorrow. A Buell has been on my bucket list for a while, and with 2 heart attacks behind me already, well...........

[onetuford]

I'm 5'9-3/4" tall. I too thought I felt too laid out on the R. A CR high bar conversion did the trick for me. Still a fairly aggressive position but much more comfortable for me.

[Sarge1400]

I'm 5' 10", 175lbs.
Going back to talk to the seller in a while.

[Sarge1400]

Anybody else having trouble opening pages on erikbuellracing.net?

[Cooter]

Yep.


http://blog.motorcycle.com/2017/05/24/motorcycle-news/ebr-motorcycles-factory-assets/

[Sarge1400]

Bloody hell.

[Cooter]

I don't really think it affects Buell owners at all. The EBR guys might feel a little sting. Not sure what you're looking for, but everything you need for an XB or 1125 is available from many many other sources.

[Sarge1400]

Ended up buying the 1125R.
7285

[Cooter]

Good for you! It's loud, it vibrates, it rattles, and all that will make you nervous.

Ride the holy crap out of it anyway, she'll be fine.

[BuellyBagger]

what pipe is that sarge? that thing looks sweet! got to sound good!

[onetuford]

Nice! Clean low mileage 1125R with aftermarket pipe is a pretty sweet score!

[Sarge1400]

Good for you! It's loud, it vibrates, it rattles, and all that will make you nervous.

Ride the holy crap out of it anyway, she'll be fine.

Bah, I've got 2 v-twin choppers already. I'm used to all that!

[Sarge1400]

what pipe is that sarge? that thing looks sweet! got to sound good!

Free Spirits exhaust from Italy, sounds really good.

[Cosworth]

Nice bike!

If you end up needing a clutch pack Oberon makes one its a tad more expensive but supposed to be a good aftermarket unit. Hopefully EBR is just down sorting inventory if parts do come back up I plan on getting at least another o-ring pack.

https://www.ebay.com/p/?iid=201789276482&&&dispItem=1&chn=ps

[1125RKY]

Hey guys, I just joined the forum today. I'm buying a 2009 1125R next week. I was a little reluctant because finding parts and someone to work on it when I have issues. It has 16,xxx miles what should I check first? Buying from a dealer going to try to get the name and number to previous owner for info. Thanks for your advise!