Good Buell article

[GatorBuell]

If you read the whole thing he says he will build street bikes again just under a different name.

Link

[samiam901]

“I don’t regret at all what I did with Harley-Davidson [thoughtful pause] to some extent. The issue was, they didn’t understand the sport bike industry. We built some cool bikes. But two things we didn’t do were go racing, or build a mainstream sport bike. I knew that was a problem, but it was an argument I never seemed to win. Harley-Davidson felt we had to be radically different than other sport bikes.�

They accomplished that by not advertising, not promoting, and ****ty service to anyone interested in a Buell. Good luck to Erik and **** Harley.

[loose1]

I'd put money on BPR and Erik Buell already have something in the works for next spring. I think it would be a great fit.
Matt

[ProFlex856]

So what is stopping people from buying these decently priced track day bikes and adding some mirrors and lights and having themselves a brand new Buell? Granted there is still inventory left at dealerships that is an easier option, but they are getting harder to find.

[joser]

well, proflex, if its like Ca law, then you have to give up your first born child, a major organ and a lot of $$ to make that happen. Or just don't get caught.

[Baal]

Mighty tough to do without a VIN and a Manufacturer's Certificate of Origin. Race bikes won't have those.

[Nuage420b]

But salvaged 1125's will

[keisersozae]

I really like the idea that he is already thinking about what motor is going in the next bike. I feel comfortable going to sleep at night (after beating the **** out of my xb) knowing that Erik will not quit, and is thinking about how to build my next bike.

[IYAOYAS]

Great article. What a clear headed and motivated guy.

[icepop77]

I'd put money on BPR and Erik Buell already have something in the works for next spring.Â* I think it would be a great fit.
Matt

I agree. It's the most logical marriage, especially since BPR tried to buy the Buell brand from HD AND Erik is sourcing his engines from BPR Rotax. I really hope this comes to fruition too because BPR is a well run company with a diverse product line. Adding a sportbike division with Erik at the helm would be icing on the cake.