New Member/Rider 07 XB9R

[antchez]

Hey everyone,

I recently decided to fulfill by dream of riding a motorcycle. I took the MSF course and received my license last month.

I was sure of buying a GSXR until my brother introduced me to Buell. After hearing about what they were I fell in love, went out, and bought one. Well sort of...it's on layaway.

This '07 XB9R was the only Firebolt within a 400m radius for sale (that I found). The bike has been dropped, but the damage is light. The dealership has agreed to replace the mirrors, signals, and right grip. Mechanically, the bike sounds beautiful. Mileage just under 9k.

I will be picking it up before the end of this month. Can't wait to take it out!

BTW I will be riding in the Texas, Plano/Frisco area.

Onto the pics:






Short Vid:
Running Clip

[oh9bolt]

Welcome to buellxb.com

[djs2k2]

Good luck, welcome.

[thrstrmech]

welcome to the forum....missing a headlight bezel, you can get one for about 36 bucks and two pieces of double sided tape to fix right up:D

[08herobolt]

Looks great brother. Love the color. Now start upgrading! :)

[antchez]

Thanks for the warm welcome. I look forward to learning from you all.

welcome to the forum....missing a headlight bezel, you can get one for about 36 bucks and two pieces of double sided tape to fix right up

Thanks, I'll get the ordered soon. Did they come adhered to the fairing from the factory?

[08herobolt]

Yuppers. Some guys paint the bezels some leave them factory. Make it your own and do what you like.

[BambamXB12r]

When it comes to the upgrades you do. Pics or it didn't happen. :D
Welcome to buellxb.

[Chicknstripn]

Welcome to the world of the misunderstood!
Nice bike!
Be safe and always wear your gear!

[antchez]

Again, thanks for the warm welcome. I picked up the bike 2 days ago, and absolutely it!

Not gonna lie, I was nervous about the 15m ride back home, but the stability and torque at speed quickly calmed me down.

Upon my first ride:
Low beam is too dim. I'll be looking into HID kits.
The bike has a left side air scoop.
Doesn't want to turn well. Going to look into adjusting suspension

Planning on looking over the bike in detail when I get home from work. Here are a pics before the ride :)





Anyone here in the Dallas area? I'm in Frisco and would love to ride with some fellow Buellers.