My first experience with Buell was a Blast. I was enamored with 4cyl sportbikes back then (late 20's early 30's), so Harleys and Buells weren't even on my radar. And yes, my first impression from that was that Buells were sucky little 1 cylinder bikes. My appreciation for Buell didnt start until about 10 years ago when I got to actually see an XB with a Race muffler. Oh mama!
I've considered building a Blast, but man, I'd probably own that thing forever whether I wanted to or not.
Unfortunately, my garage is only so big, and that level guy is pushing my buttons to buy his Ss. He knows my weakness and is exploiting it.