Excellent showcase of your passion build, dude. XB9SX owner here, and I couldn’t agree more about the old school modernity of these motorcycles. Probably the sweetest ICE sport motorcycles ever built by American hands, I’m never selling mine.
My '03 I bought new, it has 80k miles on it and I still ride it regularly. It is bone stock and been well maintained with no issues. I'm here to tell you it has no problem pulling to red line in fifth gear at 140Mph, none what so ever. FYI ! I have and have had many different motorcycles from multiple manufacturers from around the world. It was and is my favorite bike over all of them even still after all these years.
I've got an 08 XB12R with drummer exhaust and IDS tuned ecu. I love that bike so much!! Plenty fast for me and sounds amazing. People are always curious about it and ask what it is.
Have an 08 xb12s....under 10k miles and is an absolute blast that has never given me a single problem....that being said...Im thinking im ready to sell her off and try something else for awhile. Cant recommended them enouph though...every rider should try to at least ride one!
I would like to see one these with hammer1275 cylinders and some head work and cams. Erik Buell in my eyes was genius. Too bad the Buel line didn't continue
The center of gravity is very high due to the high and high mounted engine. And the gasoline in the frame, as well as the oil in the rear swingarm and, especially, the huge muffler log below, just compensate for the high center of gravity. Please can you tell the marking of E3 spark plugs?
I call it jerky when cold. Gotta trust the engine to come back up and not give it more throttle till it warms up. Xb12x. I have been looking at the Buell race exhaust. Think the dual exhaust sounds better.
Have had four Buells, still have three. Done a few trips to Homecoming in East Troy. Not sure what passing a Tesla has to do with this being able to compete with modern bikes. Great machine, but it was not a powerhouse when new 20 years ago, would not compete well against modern 600s unless it was a pro rider (vs non-professionals).
I believe it can keep up on public roads at a legal pace. The faster the pace the Bell rider will need to output a higher level of effort compared to a modern bike of similar type.
Love your video. Too many negative Nancy’s online about Buells. It’s not a bike for everyone. They have their issues but personally I got 2 XB9S and I love it! 😸
I'd start with a KLR650. It fits us tall guys great, makes enough torque to be fun and usable w/o getting over your head as an inexperienced rider. It's also great bike for riding everywhere, rather than just pavement. I don't know where you live, but based on your username, I'm guessing you've got some good country to explore on a bike.
Stock is 7500. It's not recommended, but it is possible for a 500 bump to 8k. Though the race ecu. It seems very strong at 8k, however I wouldn't recommend holding it for long. And it still will not be achieved without a proper air/fuel tune. And not in open loop for risk of detonation. Realistic speed in ideal conditions is 136. My elevation and temp, and no wind is what gives the extra very briefly. It's amazing what just another 500rpm is good for on the top end. The best solution would have been for these to have a 6 speed. Unfortunately, even with all the trick things done for the time period with this bike, another gear Unfortunately was overlooked. Again, to be clear. This is not recommended. Most of this bikes rev time is below 6k rpm.
Excellent showcase of your passion build, dude. XB9SX owner here, and I couldn’t agree more about the old school modernity of these motorcycles. Probably the sweetest ICE sport motorcycles ever built by American hands, I’m never selling mine.
My '03 I bought new, it has 80k miles on it and I still ride it regularly. It is bone stock and been well maintained with no issues. I'm here to tell you it has no problem pulling to red line in fifth gear at 140Mph, none what so ever. FYI !
I have and have had many different motorcycles from multiple manufacturers from around the world. It was and is my favorite bike over all of them even still after all these years.
Gear up dude. Happens when you don't expect it 😊
I have three Buells now you make me want to buy an xb9
Gigatons of vibration at idle instantly disappear at the slightest opening of the throttle stick. I own xb12xt and am almost happy until retirement
Nice build; I'm working on my xb12r
Badass!!! 💪🔥⚡😎💎 Great content brother! Love tuning in to your vids!
I've got an 08 XB12R with drummer exhaust and IDS tuned ecu. I love that bike so much!! Plenty fast for me and sounds amazing. People are always curious about it and ask what it is.
@veltdog09 I miss it already. I think that I may need another. Thanks for watching brother 🙏
Have an 08 xb12s....under 10k miles and is an absolute blast that has never given me a single problem....that being said...Im thinking im ready to sell her off and try something else for awhile. Cant recommended them enouph though...every rider should try to at least ride one!
Regret will come ...
Don't they have a bigger displacement version of this bike ? I'd like to see you review that one.
I would like to see one these with hammer1275 cylinders and some head work and cams. Erik Buell in my eyes was genius. Too bad the Buel line didn't continue
It’s back
Keep up the good work! 👍 Can't wait for a track day video!
just got a ulysses .. loving it in the UK ..
@tonem3162 Congratulations brother! Enjoy and have fun😀
The center of gravity is very high due to the high and high mounted engine. And the gasoline in the frame, as well as the oil in the rear swingarm and, especially, the huge muffler log below, just compensate for the high center of gravity. Please can you tell the marking of E3 spark plugs?
Looks like a blast !!
But it’s a firebolt 😂
I call it jerky when cold. Gotta trust the engine to come back up and not give it more throttle till it warms up. Xb12x. I have been looking at the Buell race exhaust. Think the dual exhaust sounds better.
Have had four Buells, still have three. Done a few trips to Homecoming in East Troy.
Not sure what passing a Tesla has to do with this being able to compete with modern bikes. Great machine, but it was not a powerhouse when new 20 years ago, would not compete well against modern 600s unless it was a pro rider (vs non-professionals).
Where did you get the carbon fiber from? I just picked up a blue 2003 XB9R. Beautiful bike and I absolutely love it!
I believe I found them on Amazon .
The “tuber” Buells were outstanding…
I believe it can keep up on public roads at a legal pace. The faster the pace the Bell rider will need to output a higher level of effort compared to a modern bike of similar type.
Had a 9r topped out at 115 downhill. Ran 14s in the 1/4
Yep, if they are not spot on, they are slow. When I got mine, it was a pig. Proper tune and exhaust, and the fun starts.
To me it reminds me of Johnny 5 when he’s mad.
Bikes and guitars!!
Love your video. Too many negative Nancy’s online about Buells. It’s not a bike for everyone. They have their issues but personally I got 2 XB9S and I love it! 😸
I loved it. So flickable 😁
How did you get the spools on the swingarm?
Drilled and tapped.
Just run a tap into the oil tank of the swingarm? Is there a specific spot tgat is safe to tap?
I swear I saw this bike or its twin a few days ago at a moose club here in PA.
Not mine. But there are a few out there. Thanks for watching brother.
Looking for suggestions on a decent beginner bike for someone who is 6’5”
I'd start with a KLR650. It fits us tall guys great, makes enough torque to be fun and usable w/o getting over your head as an inexperienced rider. It's also great bike for riding everywhere, rather than just pavement. I don't know where you live, but based on your username, I'm guessing you've got some good country to explore on a bike.
🧑🏾💻2006 buell xb12 owner
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I dislike Harleys. Intensely ! I LOVE Buells...never ridden one but have a friend who has one. Could be a fruitier exhaust note but lovely bikes.
Going past rev limits?
Stock is 7500. It's not recommended, but it is possible for a 500 bump to 8k. Though the race ecu. It seems very strong at 8k, however I wouldn't recommend holding it for long. And it still will not be achieved without a proper air/fuel tune. And not in open loop for risk of detonation. Realistic speed in ideal conditions is 136. My elevation and temp, and no wind is what gives the extra very briefly. It's amazing what just another 500rpm is good for on the top end. The best solution would have been for these to have a 6 speed. Unfortunately, even with all the trick things done for the time period with this bike, another gear Unfortunately was overlooked. Again, to be clear. This is not recommended. Most of this bikes rev time is below 6k rpm.
A Ninja 250 can pass a Tesla most of the time.
Unfortunately purchased a Buell M2 cyclone it was without a doubt the worst piece of crap i ever wasted my money on. Sorry Eric never again