This option comes from a novice bike person. Not trying to be offensive but this bike is an enthusiast bike not for everyone. As a grown man that has ridden bikes since 4th grade this bike is very special. Why? Because it was a bike engineered from passion by American people. It was not made with profitability. Erik had the frame made in Italy and the engine is an American push rod engine blessed with NASCAR engineering. It’s a basic enough bike built so well you’ll be fixing your new ford eco boost more often than anything buell. These bikes are American history made by man that didn’t lay down and take a loss. Instead he built a very usable masterpiece that will give you an experience second to none. IF YOU HAVE NOT OWNED A BUELL ITS HARD TO TAKE YOUR OPINION INTO CONSIDERATION. IF you are not a real Motorcycle enthusiast please at least ride one and talk to the owner about it. If you want convenience don’t buy a collectible bike.
Bought the 2024 CVO August 3rd. The next day I went on a great ride from the Alberta / BC border #3 HYW west to Creston. I visited Friends that live in the mountains on gravel roads. I got caught in a huge rain storm on the way home. I toured through small towns and canyons. As well as rain mode on the way home. Absolutely a dream bike. Never once in rain mode did I feel any sort of hydro plane. Never felt nervous about passing folks going 80km/hr due to the heavy rain. Sport mode this thing rocks. ABS and Traction control worked as it should wherever or whatever conditions I encountered. Now I own a motorized outdoor recreation resort. But we are usually Snowmobile, Dirt Bike and SXS cabin rental outfit on the Alberta /BC border. This is my first Adventure bike. It will be to large for my hard enduro folks. But I bought this to go traveling in BC backcountry FSR ( forest service roads) and HYW travel through the twisty interior HYWs. The adaptive suspension is superior. First ride - 630Km day trip - Loved every minute of it
@@curtishagley586 Thanks for sharing! Sounds like you're having an awesome experience with the bike. I've only ridden the PAS once but it was a total blast. One of the only bikes I've ever hopped on and felt like it fit me without changing much at all.
Crocker, BSA, Henderson, Vincent are obsolete also, but are still ridden. I own Buell 1125R EBR 1190 road bike (70,000 kms on 1125R) also 2 track EBR 1190s. I also know guy rides a restored Lightening. A good machinist can replicate many parts. 1125s use many common parts from wider bike market. O2 sensor same as Chev, Belt I used a longer belt and added an extra idler ant half the cost, bearings common, some elects common from other bikes, injectors, IAC, pumps, filters, etc all avail. One day I'll have to build the engine, that could be interesting rummaging thru the Harley/KTM parts bin. They are exotic bikes, but great rides.
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Is there a wrist guard that you would recommend for mountain biking specifically for protection against injury? Will this guard impede comfort while holding the bar?
From what I've seen, there isn't anything specifically for mountain biking. What I've found is there is generally not a lot available since it's already made for motorcycles, so I think it's safe to say they would be similar, if not the same. My personal experience might be different from the next person's, however I'd say there is some small adjustments that you need to make for it to be comfortable. I wear these all the time now so I don't even notice anymore, but in the beginning it might take you some time to get used to them.
@@BehindTheEnthusiast Well I meant to say is that there is no shortage of parts! I am doing a major overhaul on the 2004 Buell and parts are easy! It's great!
@@grandrapids57 Where are you though? Where are you getting the parts? My take is based on a Canadian dealership. Providing your information will help others who live near you.
@@BehindTheEnthusiast Michigan! With parts being shipped from all over. Among other reasons, the clearest analogy I can bring, at least for the Blast, is that it is like having a Pontiac but only a Chevy dealership left: if you ask for Pontiac parts they won't have any, but a huge number of parts will be the same regardless of any "official" parts policy. And lots of bolts, bulbs, and other parts aren't Blast or even motorcycle specific but universal parts. I just bought 2 bolts at Home Depot for 88 cents that HD wanted $5 each for.
My old Buell XB12X Ulysses was a truly great bike. The best bike I ever owned. I now have an SCR950. In Europe you can get Buell parts from the Netherlands.
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Fat Bob over the Fat Boy, but I’d rather just get a Low Rider on the lighter end or a Road Glide on the heavier end. The Fatties are in a weird in between for me personally.
@@MapleBar777 The Fat Boy rear tire is absolutely massive! One arrived the other day at work. I don't see myself enjoying any twisty roads with such a bike. Road Glide would be a nice option too!
@@BehindTheEnthusiast i won't give up the language. It's not the same same. A partner is another dude. For the record I don't care if anyones gay. But don't mix up the lingo
@@irocss85 Not asking you to give up the language. A partner can be used for two cops in a car. Does that make them gay? No. So therefore partner isn't specifically one couple or another. A man's wife is his partner, so both terms work. The older I get the more I use partner because calling a woman my girlfriend doesn't sound right. I'm not in highschool anymore.
@@BehindTheEnthusiast we can disagree. It's ok. I don't mean any harm to you. I see your vantage point in this but I'll just disagree. Business partner is different than significant other. Woman friend. Lover. There are lots of alternate words but gays took the word parner long long ago. Before it was cool to be gay even. Curious though are you a "cis" man? If you don't know congrats on ignoring the idiots until now. I will not be called a "cis" man either with out major objection. Nor will I just sit back and allow the normalization of such terms with out objection and push back. Not trying to have a pissing match with you at all just explaining the "why" part.
@@irocss85 Absolutely man. We can disagree on some things and still respect one another. More my personal preference of label and my cousin has used it for her (now) husband. It's weird when you're older and still using that terminology. So I find older people use "partner" as a mature label. It's respectable if you ask me. For sure, but I don't believe an individual or group has rights to one specific thing. We can use it as we see fit, especially when it comes to showing respect. I'm aware of the term but I don't acknowledge it whatsoever like you. I'm in total agreement with you on that one. A man is a man. Male, boy, lad. Definitely gotta fight for certain things these days or the world will get worse for future generations. It's all good man. I respect the conversation a lot, it's very refreshing. Two dudes talkin it out as if they're just chillin by the lake fishing and drinkin beers. So we disagreed on one thing. We also agree on the question you brought up. I appreciate the conversation. 👍
Awwwww man really I thought my 09 1125cr I could service in the HD shop cause that is the last year of it being under HD till you just told me this. 4:13
@@costasgeorgiou5015 Some dealerships might, but you'd have to ask to be 100% certain. Basically you'd have to see what parts they have access to in order to complete the job.
Just going to say owned many bikes, bought a new xb9 and was the first to have one in Sacramento, the bike was amazing, and I had a new cyclone which had a 1200 “sportster” motor and that was junk from day one was in the shop all the time for the lame rocker box gasket failing lol. I know you’re talking about buying one current times as a purchase, but there is such thing as mods and upgrades to the parts that are available! Just so you know HD is still an unreliable bike that leaks oil! But you already know that.
"Super over priced"? "Super rare"?Usually when someone uses "super" when describing something, they're exaggerating. And it seems like it's what's going on here. I have a 2009 XB9SX (Hero Blue). Very easy to work on. OEM parts can be a little expensive. But, that's to be expected.
@@peekingturtle8457 In reference to the Canadian market not exaggerating at all. It's really disappointing to see how the market is these days for anything, not just Buells or XB9s. Heck, even Sportsters are super overpriced. The used market in the USA seems to be the best, however the exchange rate makes it tough to justify the savings.
This is the only one that didn't go up this year, so your statement isn't accurate. Most companies increase prices regardless due to profits, material costs, etc... So yes, this is great value based on what you're getting and the bonus is the price stayed the same.
You can do whatever you want realistically, however, the best thing to do is ask your doctor to try some ointments that can be applied to your psoriasis with an eyedropper. If that helps then no need to shave your head.
I got this year 2024, Softail Black. It has a place for USB port, but there's not been installed, missing cruise control. You need to spend more bucks to put it to an additional windshield and passenger seat. So, add to cost $2000 more. But it's a nice classy bike.
You're right, those items are missing. It is a stripped down version of a Street Bob but you shouldn't buy it to add a whole lot to it. This bike is an entry level bike to start on as a mid cruiser and enjoy. Or if you get it used and for a good price something crazy.
Have a 09 Ulysses and love it. Unfortunately my ECM has a cracked board. In looking for one and thinking of converting to an aftermarket control system if I can’t get one. Where’s there’s a will there’s a way.
That's unfortunate. And that is why I made this video. Also one reason I am hesitant to buy an older Buell. I don't want to get stuck on the side of the road
I recently just got a 1125r an all the parts I've had to replace are just a google search away / and I forgot how old the comment was, but I was reading that you can email Buell and they can still help you out because a lot of the parts they use today are pretty much the same parts they used in 2008 and 2009
One nice aspect of the XB Buells it that Eric used a lot of the parts over and over again. While the stock rotor is no longer available, I believe that several aftermarket companies do make them and they only have to stock one part for all of them. I also have to point out that all older bikes are difficult to get parts for and a lot of dealerships will only work on bikes that are less than 10-15 years old.
Is there a way to get rid of that tank decal? I hate it and would like to just slap a bar and shield badge on it and keep it clean with no lettering. Is it a sticker under or over the paint? Im thinking of getting this bike but that tank decal is really bugging me enough to stop me from getting it. Also pissed they couldn't just give it a usb port especially for 15k. But after thinking about all I need to do to it to get it where I want, I may as well just get the Breakout cuz it gets pretty close to same cost. The Breakout already has everything I want except maybe a handlebar change and exhaust/tune. Idk, im really stuck on what to get. Im leaning towards Breakout but part of me wants to build up a Standard but another part of me really wants that 240 rear and 117 engine with all that real chrome and no polish. Idk man
Answer to your first three minutes : Yes, it's worth it. It's not even a 'risk' You can own and ride a part of motorcycle history that still competes and even surpasses up to this day with modern bikes in handling and overall performance.(That much is especially true for the 1125's series) Something truly unique in design and feel. Yet still can service them thanks to a network of enthusiasts and specialized companies(especially in europe) that can fix about anything on them without having to rely on HD , which never cared for these bikes to begin with. It's even easier than, say, maintaining an old Honda 750 Four that were sold by the tenfold more. I suspect that's why your video was 'the most hated', it just doesn't make much sense from a motorcycle enthusiast's perspective, being largely inaccurate. Maybe that's wildly different in Canada. Regards from France.
There is a very good reason I used the word "risk". Future video coming up to explain why. I 100% agree. They surpass so many models out there. I believe their technology and design was ages ahead of everyone else. HD really should have seen the potential to capitalize on a market, or at least slimmed the line, perhaps bringing it back down the road instead of getting rid of it completely. You make a very good point about some other brands. I have witnessed similar stories. We all have a different perspective, this is mine here in Canada. Merci beaucoup!
@@BehindTheEnthusiast The best of the bunch imo.Some colors they should carry over like snake venom for example.Very interesting color,particularly how it seems to change in sunlight.
“I think, I was told, I’m not sure” all within 4 minutes. Any bike beat or not maintained is gonna give you problems. I’ve owned 2 XBs and Blast, only the Blast had real problems. My current XB had low miles but leaked like crazy, because it wasn’t ridden. These bikes are a marvel of engineering and some of the funnest bikes I’ve ever ridden. They are quirky but once you get the bug for Buells, it’s just part of the culture. Rotax engines: don’t let him scare you. KTM uses Rotax and they are great engines. Compared to my XB my besties CR is silky smooth in the power band and throttle.
Thanks for pointing that out. I will admit this video is one of my first to really blow up on the channel and perhaps my inexperience or doubt shows. In regards to the bikes I agree with you. They are very cool and quirky. Everyone should ride one st some point in their life. As for rotax engines, HD dealerships won't work on them. I believe that's partly why HD got rid of Buell when they changed the motors. And in regards to maintenance and custom tools required, I've been told multiple times by techs to stay away from KTM. Performance is great, but very pricey.
The CR sure is an incredible machine, precise and brutal. Rotax is well known for its reliability in Europe, notably used in Aprilia's and BMW's bikes.Early mishaps for the 1125's are well known today and easily fixable(clutch weep,rotor and stator)once done, and ofc properly maintained these bikes are extremely reliable
Biggest issue with earlier Buell's is that they had actual HD v-twin's, from the sportsters at the time of the 90s. They are notoriously the worst Harley engines, and Harley are generally mid reliable anyway. But if you own a Harley already Im sure you're use to it lol.
Notoriously the worst? Since when? EVOs are one of the best, hence why they've been around the longest. The only known issues I've seen are leaking rocker box gaskets.
@@BehindTheEnthusiast Well maybe I cant say "notoriously bad" I'm sorta leading the wrong context. I guess the worst "reception" of the V-twins, but one could argue that was because of gatekeeping Bikers.
@@BRedFilms Yeah, you could word it that way for sure. A lot of people not liking the smaller model, yet the custom scene is huge. And with the first Buell motors being yanked from base model Sportsters they are actually easier to get parts at a dealership.
Not a fan of the fairing bike line up. I really don't like the bags either. Well see about what problems the new engine set up will bring. All in all its still the same bike like every year with different colors. Not really moved to go buy a new bike as the ones I have are fairly new.
I only buy RoadKings and Fatboys. Both of which have bigger the stock engines I built. Far less then this 43k bike. Got to draw a line sometimes on outrageous prices. Peace out
I have a thought to get one and to start working on replacing everything that will be impossible to find in the future. Replace the front end and both wheels. Get normal brakes. Rebuild the engine with all available sportster parts. A restomod to keep it up to date.
Not a bad idea depending on which one you go with. 90s compared to 00s. I've seen some surprises in the Parts Canada catalogues so definitely check there first. Depending on the support you find you can base your bike purchase on that. If there's enough interest I might do the research and make a video for it.
Does anybody know of a Harley dealership who actually does still support the Buells? Or any other shop for that matter. I want to buy one, but I wanna buy it from a shop, who has already gone thru it and made it perfect again.
Depends where you live. And honestly, we've had XBs and Blasts in the shop but we rarely do much when parts are obsolete. If parts aren't available we don't work on the bike. The one Blast we had sat there for what seemed like a month at least because fork seals weren't available.
Typically in the past. dealers would not give you any extra trade-in value for your special paint...but as the extra big bucks you pay keeps growing...they will have to start giving extra back over the base for trade-in values. Example: the one paint scheme for a CVO model is $7500 more over the base paint...hopefully you would get at least half your value back for the paint scheme when it comes to trade-in time.
The issue I see is with something like the Fast Johnnie bikes that were left over from 2023. With the 2024 models having the same engine size yet over all better bikes it will be interesting to see how trade-in values will be affected.
"Is it a Road King, is it a Fat Boy, is it a Heritage... no it's a HydroGlide Icon!!! Sorry, after the last two of the "icons", they've missed the mark with this one. Yes, it looks like a collector's edition, a dust collector's edition. Come on HD, give me something that I can wheel into the driveway so my wife can say, "Finally, you bought it", rather than "You paid how much for that, you've got to be kidding me".
Absolutely some model confusion there. In regards to the base Heritage I stand by what I said. It makes sense to buy it and the price is reasonable when heads up. I think what you're probably referring to is in general? I'm curious to know more about your dream offering from HD.
@@markman7 That's pretty much what most of the Icons are though. They take a current model and make the modern version of the old one. It's cool since you can't get an old one anymore, but there needs to be something unique about it to justify the price tag and the rarity in regards to it being limited edition (numbered).
As an owner of an '05 Heritage, this Icon looks good. I'm not a fan of the cheap saddlebags though and the lack of fender tip lights. They should have included the older leather bags. Thanks for sharing your insight on it.
Based off the softail platform as opposed to a touring one. Makes perfect sense to word it that way for people who don't know anything about the model and might make assumptions.
