| Author | Message | ||
     Jwhouse |
Hi this is my first time writing. I'm finally ready to take the step.I could really use some advice on xb12r 05-08.Price,miles,what potential problems to be aware of.I am totally hooked please help! thanks | ||
| Hexangler |
Welcome to hell!  | ||
| Frinzo |
question is do u want new or used? the new 08 have alot of stuff the 07 and older do not.. | ||
| The_new_guy |
The '09's sure are purty but I'd definitely buy used if I had it to do over again. Of course you'll want to do your research....and it looks like you came to the right place! G | ||
| Vtbueller |
Got an 05, really happy with it. | ||
| Akroedge540 |
got an '04 and its great. Get the service manual and learn all you can!!! | ||
| Skinstains |
Soon you'll be buying your 2nd and 3rd. These Buells really are worse than Sweet Lady "H". They are great bikes and I haven't had a "real" problem with any of mine. Welcome. | ||
| Jwhouse |
ha guys found 05 xb12r with 4k miles for $5500. owner says title is rebuilt.Does that mean bike was totaled? Any info thanks | ||
| Bueller728 |
Basically...yeah. | ||
| Bueller83 |
I always buy new when i buy bikes that way i know that what ever gets done to it I did it i.e. flips and 12 o'clock drops | ||
| Sslowmo |
'06 25,000(s)miles, xb12r. Still loving it. NO real problem's | ||
| Paint_shaker |
I've got an 08 Firebolt and an 04 Firebolt. On the 08 the clutch cable wire form failed (twice) but there is a warranty replacement available, the off idle stumble is not noticable as I usually launch around 2000 RPM, the MPGs are down and there is a slight flat spot between 3,000-4,000 RPM (a quick down shift cures that).... That being said, I still have a LOT of FUN on this bike!!! I haven't ridden the 04 much as it has been prepped for the track, but it seems to run pretty good. | ||
| Speedfreaks101 |
Paint_shaker: What do you mean by "wire form"? I picked up an 08 XBR yesterday and I just want to know about any issues that might occur. | ||
| Paint_shaker |
There is a wire form that holds the clutch cable away from the exhaust header. Buell has upgraded this item. Not sure if they come standard on new bikes. | ||
| Retrittion |
Jwhouse, always great to have a new member of the family. '07 12R here -- almost 9K miles and love it. Bought it new, don't really regret that, except the part where I had to deal with the arses who run the HD dealership. I also like having a warranty but honestly I know I will have a hard time not busting it in the next couple years -- so something to think about there. Knowing what I know now I would do a couple things different -- not worrying so much about modding anything out of the gate but putting on some Dark Horse Moto sliders (front/back/bar-end), CRG (or similar) levers, Lyndal Gold brake pads, and a Heli upper triple-tree clamp right away would have been first on my to-do list. Also, I would have looked for a bike here on Badweb or Craigslist -- Knowing what I know now I think a used XB would be just fine and it would save some significant cash (which you could then spend the first winter on fun mods). As far as years, the first generation belt was sketchy but an upgraded belt kit covers that issue, so otherwise it is all about what color you would like and finding someone who has taken care of their bike. Cheers and good luck -- and post picks when you find your new ride! |
