| Author | Message | ||
     Cityxslicker |
Your bike brought me back to the passion and excitement that I had as a kid throwing a XR75 around the dirt corners. No other bike has given me such fun, taken me to the off path places and caused more raucus shenanigans locally  Thanks for a great ride. Mine will never end up in a MUSEUM, but it will always be a guarded treasure. Ride often, Ride Dirty  w00t | ||
| Sekalilgai |
Erik and the gang Thanks for bringing me a wonderful motorcycle that enabled great memories and miles of smiles. I wish yall the very best of luck and take comfort in the fact that the source of the great ideas....well no one can own the patent to that!  Ken Neoh Morgantown, WV (Message edited by sekalilgai on October 15, 2009) | ||
| Doerman |
I have such emotions today. Ranging from anger to sorrow. One thing is constant: My appreciation for the great Buell bikes I have enjoyed since 1993 and the 150,000 or so Buell miles. The good thing is that there are many more miles left in the 3 bikes I own. Thank you Erik Buell, current and past elves and to my current dealer (HD&B of Glendale). There is a day tomorrow. And I am sure we've not heard the last of Buell motorcycle company. Asbjorn Melo San Dimas, California | ||
| Brumbear |
Erik and Co I have owned many other machines yours is the only bike I couldn't disintegrate I want no other machine DO NOT GIVE UP. I will be VERY INTERESTED in a private Buell dealership in NJ my contact info is on my profile please feel free to contact me and I am sure many others when the smoke clears and the line begins again. I would be happy and proud to sell an independent Buell Motorcycle. yours truly David Tweed | ||
| 20xb12s04 |
Thank you to the entire Buell family. Best of roads ahead.    Aubrey & Erika Robbins Mukilteo, WA 2004 XB9SL 2004 XB12S | ||
| Rasta_dog |
I love my Buell XB12Ss. Sold my Sportster in 2006 to get it and haven't stopped smiling or thinking about my next track day since. Thank you for these great American sport bikes. Mark Steinher  | ||
| M2statz |
 Thank you for making the best stress reliever I will ever have! | ||
| Mark_weiss |
Erik, I hope that a silver lining will emerge. To say that I was crushed when I saw your video message hardly carries the weight. I waited over 25 years to find a new motorcycle that I could not live without. I was intrigued by the TT, but it took the Ulysses to capture me. Every mile wears a smile. Thanks for making it just for me. Mark Weiss Arizona | ||
| Ghostrider |
Erik, When I watched the video, the emotion conveyed was intense. I'm truly sorry for the loss that you and your team are being forced to endure. I have never felt such a bond with another brand or another group of riders. The Buell community is like a large extended family of like-minded folks and I'm sure it will live on. There are many who would support you in any future bike building projects (and who really hope that you'll pull something out of this). Good luck, dude. Come out and ride with us. Get back to basics. Enjoy yourself. Cheers! CJ Rodden Rio Rancho, NM Former Director of Zia Thunder BRAG Club. | ||
| Zac4mac |
Erik and all involved - The 1125R started hitting the streets a couple of weeks before my birthday. I got Loretta a couple of weeks after. Thank You for the best birthday present ever.  | ||
| Ducxl |
Today is a sad day. We need Roger Penske or Texas Pacific Group or somebody with MONEY. Heck,call Barack for a bailout! somber and sorrowful thoughts go out to Erik. | ||
| Rkc00 |
Erik, It is a sad day in the motorcycle world. It has been a pleasure to meet and ride with one of the true innovator's in the motorcycle world. I plan on keeping my Uly for a long time. Nothing but good thought's go out to Erik and the elves. Hope you can get back up and rise again. I know I will be there like the others on this site to support you in the future. Thank you for one of the best motorcycles in the world.  Mike Long Island, NY 09 XB12X Red/Black 06 XB12X Black of course 03 XB9S Black of course (Message edited by rkc00 on October 15, 2009) (Message edited by rkc00 on October 15, 2009) | ||
| Aesquire |
Thank you Erik. Your outstanding bikes brought me back to motorcycling after a long layoff, and I've been astonished by the handling & performance. I often find myself at the local burger stand, Proudly parking between the sport bikes & Hogs, and talk with both crowds with shared interest. A single story. I'd just bought my Cyclone, and was still breaking it in, while riding through an orchard on a twisty road, the curve sign said "20" and I sliced through at 55. As the next corner slid beneath me, I saw the road ahead was covered in broken boxes & applesauce. I said a bad word. With my mind screaming "I just bought this thing!", I clenched my 2 fingers on the front brake, the rear end rose, the bike went from 45 degree's to vertical, bounced the rear off the ground again, and stopped just before the applesauce. I patted the tank & said, "I'm keeping you." I'd love to take credit for the save, but it was all your work & engineering that kept this old rider on the tires, and on the road. Keep making your dreams real. Best of fortunes for the Buell team members. Patrick Maher Rush, New York 2001 Buell Cyclone. | ||
| Daves |
Ten years ago I met a man that changed my life. His name is Erik Buell. Thank you. My respect for him was never just about the bikes. | ||
| Ustorque |
To Erik and all who had a hand in Building my baby:Thank You!  Thank You!  Thank You!  Thank You!  Thank You! I wish you all the very best in the future, and most of all Thank You! Shawn Penney New Hampshire (Message edited by ustorque on October 15, 2009) | ||
| Nik |
Erik, when I first saw one of your bikes 13 years ago I thought it was the coolest thing ever. Later I learned the story behind the bikes, and you inspired me to become an engineer. That story can't end now. If you need young blood to suffer through the Wisconsin Winter in a barn while creating the next generation of American sportbikes I'm there. | ||
| Rick_a |
Thanks for giving me my daily escape for the past eight years. I've ridden many of the best bikes the world has to offer, and this one is still the bike of my dreams...   | ||
| Carbonbigfoot |
Not much I can add to what has been put forth already. Erik, Thank You. For Everything. Please don't go away. Let me know if there's going to be and IPO. I'll raid my 401K. Rob Priday | ||
| Fast1075 |
Thanks to Erik and all the Elves...for the finest streetbike I have ever owned... With great respect and best wishes for a new beginning. Harry Loveless Winter Haven Fl. | ||
| Radioelasais |
thanks EB and thanks to your team. it was raining today but I came home from office sooner than usual for a short ride. it makes me smile even with such bad news. | ||
| Gfc55 |
Thanks to all the Buell family for all the hard work and positive energy they put into their products. My XB12 STT is the most all-around fun bike I've ever owned. My 1125r has given me a new appreciation for fantastic handling at SPEED! My best hopes and wishes are with all of you! | ||
| Tripper |
 I miss my S1. It took me to places, and introduced me to people I will forever cherish. Thank you Erik. Thank you elves. | ||
| Whatever |
Erik, You are and still will be the best of the motorcycling community... Thanks for letting us into your heart... you will always remain in ours no matter where your career takes you... hopefully on to bigger and better things... though it is so hard to imagine that being possible right now... Buell Employees, I am so sorry this has happened... may be time to incorporate as a cooperative and continue on the tradition of 26 years of great motorcyces as owner-operators... let's all hope for the best in the long run... | ||
| Kurbennett |
Eric and crew, Thank you for making my 06 Uly and bringing a smile to my face with every ride. You all are amazing, if anyone can make a comeback you all can! | ||
| Wolfridgerider |
Thanks for building the best bikes I have ever owned!!       | ||
| Blue_pipe |
Erik. Thank you and your crew for building such a wonderful motorcycle. From the first time I seen your bike I said to myself "WOW what a bike". When I bought my 02 X1 brand new I was excited, couldn't wait to get it home a take long rides with it and when the time came, what a feeling. again thank you and your crew for building a unique and beautiful motorcycle...P.S You'll be back.. right..  | ||
| Gsilvernale |
I love my Buell. Thanks Erik and crew for building such wonderful American made machines. | ||
| Nevrenuf |
thank you erik and the elves very much for allowing me and my wife to be a part of your family. although the chances are slim, i hope you come back stronger and better than before h-d gave up on you. i will hope for the best. | ||
| Jumpinjewels |
I am deeply saddened by this. This bike has made a different person out of me. It gives life, fun, and excitement every time I'm on my bike. We will keep you, Erik and family and staff, in our prayers. For every door that closes, another one opens. We love you guys and thank you for this incredible bike. Julie and Dan Aguilar XB12Scg XB12STT (any maybe an 1125) (Message edited by jumpinjewels on October 15, 2009) | ||
| Ulyranger |
Erik, Unlike many here, I am new to the BUELL experience. Didn't know much, he!! didn't know anything about Buell a few years ago. Saw a few Blasts over the years, but when I first saw a Uly just knew I had to have one. Researched the brand, squirreled away some scratch and last spring finally made my dreams come true. Bought my 08XT for my 40th birthday and it is the best bike I've ever ridden(and first BN bike, ever). I am a convert. I will treasure my Uly as long as it lasts.......and look forward to your return/rebirth. Can only imagine what rides you'll bring forth. To the Elves I wish the best for you and hope this only a temporary set back, that you all land on your feet again. Whether it's building bikes or some other endeavor I'm quite sure you have what it takes to be successful. Sad day to be sure, but hopefully it's just the end of a chapter in the story of Buell.  Thank you Erik and the entire Buell family for making my riding experience better!! Wil Giraud Central NY 08 XB12XT ???????? to come (Message edited by ulyranger on October 15, 2009) |
