| Author | Message | ||
     David Beaman |
Bike: 1996 S1- Black, PM wheels, Mods: Pro Series bars, Thunderstorm engine upgrade, Force aircleaner, various other items. Location: Memphis Tennessee Job: Aircraft Mechanic MISC: great bike, ride it every weekend, 23000 miles, who gets the quarter..? | ||
| Sam Nixon |
Bike: 1998 S3 - Black Mods: Touring Bars, V&H Aluminum Pipe, Force AirCleaner, Dynojet Kit, Corbin Seat, Billet Oil Cooler, H-D Aluminum Pegs, H-D Chrome vacum slide cover, Replaced selected fasteners w/Chrome hex bolts. Location: Chesterfield, VA Miles: 3,400 | ||
| Warren |
Warren Rhen New Freedom PA. Age: 56 occupation: semi retired, Part time eng/auto-cad draftsman 3 childern, 6 grandchildern bikes: 97 S3T, 93 Ducati ss, Aermacchi gp 350 vintage race bike cars: 63 Falcon sprint, 92 Subaru SVX interests: Music, History, anything mechanical, racing, doin' the perfect turn. Buell mods. t-storm heads, pistons, oil pump, race kit, Dyno jet kit, Ventura tourpack, custom machined pegs, shifter, covers etc. S1 gearing, sheepskin seatcover, CF fender | ||
| Brian Swanick |
Brian Swanick '97 M2 Cyclone Black (purchased used) Vance & Hines SS2R, Force Sidewinder, Tach kit Location: Northern Illinois Age:36 Occupation: Steel plant Mechanic/Electrician "always looking for someone to go riding with" | ||
| John Calhoun |
John Calhoun St.Louis Mo. 49,married 97 S3T w/Borla muff,Buell race module, Fronteir Services A/C, PM wheels, Michelin Mac 90 tires, 180 rear, Corbin seat, pegs, tank bag, 100w bulb,etc. Other Interest: Dog training (Schutzhund) Horses Poker. | ||
| Andrew |
Name:Andy Morrow Bike:1997 S1 Lightning Personnel:29, married Occupation:Network Engineer Location:Cedar Rapids, Iowa Mods: Vance and Hines SS2R Carbon Fiber, Force Sidewinder, bar-end mirrors, twin-tail Interests: Buell'n, snowmobile'n, fish'n So far so good @ 1500 trouble-free miles, great bike,great people! | ||
| Jeff Hunter |
Who: Jeff Hunter What: 34, Married, No kids. Computer Operator. Also into cars - Detroit muscle (Mopars & AMC's) and old VW's. Currently own a '56 Beetle and a fiberglass dune buggy on a '64 chassis. Both are projects. Where: West Bristol Pa. (suburb of Philly) When: Ridden daily. Love to tour. Longest trip was to Key West on my Sporty. Why: '97 Cyclone. Black. Polished wheels and drive pulley. Avon Azaro tires. Custom reworked stock seat. Buell Pro series billet handlebars. Braided stainless brake line. Custom turnsignals. Tach Kit. Lightning cams. Stock CV; #50 intermediate jet, #165 main and a Thunderjet. V&H SS2R carbon fiber muffler. Race-prepped heads (Don Tilley H-D); Major port work, oversize valves, high-rev springs and titanium keepers. Dyna ignition module and 2 in 1 coil, singlefire. Coming soon: Billet pegs. Carbon fiber mirrors. '99 swingarm. | ||
| Nigel |
Nigel Beardsworth, British born, raised in Australia now living in Dunedin South Island of New Zealand. (motorcycle heaven) Age 54, married (3rd time), two grown up kids (in OZ), Information Systems Manager at Dunedin Polytechnic. 1998 S3T with Ventura rack, modified seat, heated grips, power outlet, add on wind deflector, re-jetted by dealer. Also Suzuki FX650 (Freewind), Isuzu 4 x 4 Member of Ulysses Club (over 40's) Been riding since 15 years of age and always had a bike of some sort. Interests, Skiing, Tramping, Off road driving. | ||
| Ben Sutton |
Ben Sutton, B'ham, AL 97 S3, White Gold 31, married with 2 great kids Police Officer Mods: T'storm heads and pistons,Buell race igtition,SE coil and plug wires, T'slide kit, V&H's pipe,spin on oil cooler,Buell race air cleaner, Buell race fork springs, joker machine pulley,storz steering damper,M6 tensioner, carbon fiber inner fender,belt guard (upper & lower),Buell foot pegs Dyno'd at Riders HD; 92 hp and 81 fps of torque at the rear tire.May sell this one after I test ride a 99. | ||
| Tommy R. |
Tom Rendeiro,S.I.N.Y 96 S1 Lightning 35,married with 3 kids city mechanic for the N.Y.T.A. Mods:T'storm heads,Buell race igtition,M6 tensioner, all body work carbon fiber,jagg oil cooler,hypercharger pro air cleaner,rear sets,pro clip on's,joker machine pulley and turn signals,braided oil and brake lines,cut timing covor,polished heads,man,and carb,corbin seat,bar end mirrors,custom made race exhaust,4 piston rear brake caliper,front ebc rotor and pads,rear shock billet end plates,and alot more | ||
| Craig |
Name: Craig Rush Bike: 97 S1 Lightning Personnel: 34 married with 2 kids Occupation: US AIR FORCE Location: Crestview, Florida Mods: Twintail, Corbin seat, Dynojet kit w/#45 pilot Miles: 800 | ||
| Fred Hoese |
Name: Fred Hoese Bike: 98 S3 Personal: 61 yrs, riding for 48, 250,000 mi. Occupation: owner, LeatherLyke motorcycle Luggage Location: Bulverde,TX, just north of San Antonio Mods: V&H exhaust, 45 slo, 200 main, Dragtron II air filter, soon to have polished wheels Other Bikes: 91 FXR,79 CBX, 81 CBX, 76 Harley Sportster 92 Harley Sportster, 50 Vincent Black Shadow | ||
| Rex |
Name: Rex Chaney Bike: 97 Cyclone Personal: 45 yrs. Been into bikes since 12. Have had over 25 different types. Love to Scuba Dive, Buckskinning, Camping, Church, Photography, and enjoy reading every motorcycle magazine published. Occupation: Ad Director for Grocery Chain. Location: N. California. Mods. V and Hines exhaust, Corbin seat, Jagg oil cooler, Tach Kit, S-3 t bars(black powder coated), Black powder coated the wheels, fork brace, Center bracket that holds the disc, and the engine cases, bar end mirrors. Would like to mount an S-3 fairing, install the thunder storm heads. As Ferris Bueller says, it sounds like a Thunder clone. Could be an M-3. Pacbog rep. Member of the American thunder bike club. | ||
| Jim F. |
Jim F. 98 S1W, Billet metallic, Nuclear blue frame, PM wheels, Buell race exhaust, Sidewinder, Dynojet, Buell billet pegs, bicycle bar end mirrors, Twin tail, Corbin G&L seat, repositioned tail light, signals, and license plate on fabricated brackets. Coming soon: Buell race kit igniton, Banke screw in dipstick, Drycharger for Sidewinder. Ft. Myers FL Age 35, married, 2 kids Air traffic controller, Former Honda dealer Have had 20+ bikes, 20+ years riding experience, Honda certified mechanic,drag raced CBX, flat tracked four wheelers. Other toys; 98 Acura integra Type R, 95 Mastercraft ProStar 205, 97 Dodge 2500 turbo diesel. Hobbies; motorcycles, wakeboarding, diving. Looking for a Honda GB 500. | ||
| Greg W. |
'98 S1WL, White of Course, (as it should be) Age: 36, Currently in the Air Force Sheppard AFB, TX Pretty much a stock bike, saving to buy the race kit. MSF Instructor, (Take the ERC, it'll improve your mental skills) Glad to see so many people enjoying their bikes. Long live Buell. | ||
| Blake |
'97 Black Cyclone, dubbed "The Krow", purchased new on 1/24/98, currently @ 13Kmi, #45 pilot, customized/gelled stock seat (thanks Rex), Buell Small Tail Bag & M2 Ballistic Saddle bags, Ventura Aerodynamic Bike-Pack System with Pack-Rack/45L Pack/Grab Bar NW PA raised, now in Kilgore, Texas (year round riding!). Ex-Structural Engineer turned Marketing Mgr. - Advanced Programs, Antenna Products Division, Vertex Communications Corporation (NASDAQ sym: VTEX) | ||
| Martin Hone |
Martin H. Age: 48 years young Occupation: work for motorcycle magazine in Oz.(AMCN) Hobbies : Riding and Flying Bikes : '98 Buell M2 - blue with PM wheels and tach. kit. Mods include adj.span ZZR-1100 front brake lever, Yoshimura RS-3 muffler ( 11hp more at 3000rpm) but now have full Race Kit system (loud) aircleaner and module. Latest mod is Thunderstorm heads and pistons, with 95 hp at 6500 rpm, and 85 ft-lbs torque at 4200 rpm on Dynojet 150 dyno. "Factory" jet kit with titanium needle in leanest clip, #48 pilot jet and #230 main jet | ||
| Joel David Chewning |
Joel David Chewning Age:35 Occupation: U.S. Navy Murrieta,CA Bike: 1997 M-2,Red Snap, 10,500 miles Mods: Kurakyn foot pegs, K&N element in stock lunchbox, #45 pilot, KT engineering 2-step street pipes, M-6 chain tensioner, Billet Cool Oil cooler,Dyna style long filter, Redline 20w-50 (10w-40 winter), Redline Heavy Shockproof in primary, Warrior tank mask, Michelin TX15/25 Race 120/70-17\180/55-17,Harley acc. derby cover. This is my daily transpo. I live in sunny So Cal (Inland Empire). | ||
| Dennis Baker |
Name: Dennis Baker, Age: 33, Home: Metro Detroit Job: Bilstein Design/Development Engineer Bike: 97 M2 Cyclone, blue, bought 04-98 Port Huron H-D Mods: Vance & Hines pipe, Bartels air cleaner kit, bar end mirrors, Buell tank & tail bags Miles: probably about 6,500 before the weather turns Trips: Mid-Ohio Vintage & Superbike weekends, Grattan motorcycle races, Meadowbrook Historics car races, no bikes :( Probs: front brake light switch, kickstand kill switch, tail section cracked, oil pressure sensor wire Likes: looks, size, handling, torque, sound, simplistic, different, head turner | ||
| Mike P. |
Name:Mike Palladino 30, married,two little girls. From:Howell NJ Personal:Local #3 IBEW Electrician In Manhatten.Currently working at World Trade Center.Ride to work at LEAST once a week. Ride: 98 S1 WL.Black on Black,PM wheels.Bought new in April 98 have over 6,100 miles on it so far.Removed rear fender and belt guards,relocated license plate,shortened front turn signals,Force air cleaner.Joker Machine toe & foot pegs. Club:I'm a rep for the American Thunderbike Club in the NJ-NY area.Looking for Buellers to hook up once a month to kick up some dust.Have scouted out some really great back roads. Hope to hear from you. | ||
| Brian |
Brian Haas 97 M2 with sidewinder and bar mount mirrors, tons more to come age:17, Have been riding since 1 1/2, racing since 3 occupation:Tech at jap dealer Sarasota, FL Have rode all the best bikes out today ie. Yamaha R1, Suzuki TL1000R, Kawasaki ZX11, custom harleys and tons more and still stand by my Buell. Bike is my only transportation | ||
| Ricardo |
I've owned a few Japanes bikes, and just got rid if the last one in anticipation of my 1999 M2 Cyclone. Fell in love with the bike at first sight and could think of no other after my first ride. I live in Sunny San Diego California for three years now. I just got married in August to the the most beautiful and understanding (I told her I needed a new bike and she said sure as long as it has 2-up seating and is not a "Croch-rocket"). I'm 29. I work for the county as a lawyer. I like my work, but don't worry, I love good lawyer jokes too. Other than dreaming and reading and writing about my Buell to be, I climb, run and generally do whatever I can to enjoy the great SC weather. e-mail: rgarciap@co.san-diego.ca.us | ||
| Michael Yasovsky |
Age: 37 from Red Lion, Pa. I bought my first S1 in Spring of 1996. Great bike. I have been trading up every year. My current one is a 1998 S1 Black in color Corbin Seat ( I'm waiting for Corbin to send back my seat with the new Carbon fiber leather cover on it. I wore out the first cover. 30k miles on all three bike together) PM wheels Buell Pro race kit. Best bang for the buck! No T-storm heads yet. soon maybe. Mikuni HSR 42 carb Screamin' Eagle Coil Bike dynoed @ 84 hp 77ft lbs torque ET 12.07 @ 112 mph (no wheelie bars) I think I was the first Buell S1 to win a AHDRA National event. Maple Grove, Pa. May 1996 ET Class I also have a 1997 Fatboy that I Drag Race also. It runs low 12.33 @ 107 MPH. | ||
| John Rushing |
34 years old Carthage, Tx Just bought a 1999 Buell X-1 Lighting in Sept from Shreveport Harley Davidson. I have'nt made any changes yet but just wait till they start getting some goodies out on the market. | ||
| J e r r y |
 MODIFICATIONS: •Buell Race air cleaner and ignition module •Vance & Hines SS2R Carbon Fiber Muffler •Jet Hot Coated Header, no heat shield •Dynojet Thunderslide .048 pilot 200 main •Removed header heat shield, Blue Max plug wires •Thunderstorm Heads - someday J e r r y | ||
| Mick OKeefe |
Mick O'K Age: 48 Occupations: CEO Wesley Corporate Health Partner in Tink's Motorcycle Tours Australia - Freedom Encounters (new business venture) National Coaching Director - Australian Karate Federation Hobbies: Riding Motorcycles, Martial Arts, Riding Motorcycles Bikes: BMW K1200RS, R1100RT, Honda VFR800 (sports staintune exhaust), Triumph Thunderbird Sports (competition mufflers to be fitted when Peter Stevens Motorcycles finally sends the local dealer a system that arrives without damage or rust), Harley Springer (various mods), and the pride and joy a BUELL S1WL (molten orange/nuclear blue, dual seat, billet pegs/brake and gear lever, PM Wheels, Race Kit including ignition module/aircleaner/headers/soul stirring race muffler - to be continued! | ||
| Jose E. Martinez |
Jose E. Martinez Age 46 Occupation: Unemployed Chemist My bike is a 1996 High Voltage Yellow S1 Lightning. It is a very early model with serial # 00041. Modifications as follows: 1. Buell "race" header with automotive Supertrapp, 12 disks + open cap. (welded rear bracket) 2. Sportster Thunderslide with .2 jet, .42 low, 3.5 turns (need to go to a .45). 3. K&N filter on modified factory snorkel. 4. Factory plastic covered stainless steel braided line on front brake. (far less sponginess) 5. Screraming Eagle 40,000 volt coil. 6. "Race" ignition module. 7. 8 mm sparkplug cables. 8. '97-'98 style carbon fiber rear subfender and license plate light. (original broke under warranty) 9. Removed seat strap. 10. Adjusted VOES to 5.5. (unit came with Sportster setting of 3.5) 11. White Lightning handlebars. 12. Homemade mirror made out of a 3" bycicle unit and a Japanese bike arm. (very low and cool) 13. D207 Dunlops, 180/55 rear and 120/70 front. All this and it only makes 78 RWHP (4th speed roll-on), as verified at the Biker's Dream dyno the other day. Got to get those Wiseco's 3.738 short profile pistons in S&S jugs topped by a set of ported and flowed heads fitted with larger valves (1.9+ intake). | ||
| James L Woodley |
James L Woodley Age: 30 Occupation: Electronics engineer/technician Member - BRAG (of course!) Sport-Twins Riders Assoc. #70 Other bikes: 67 Suzuki X6, Kawasaki EX500 Ninja (I dig twins) Just bought a 97 Canyon Red Cyclone for a song & dance. Bike is box-stock with only 1100mi on the speedo when purchased! No mods yet, but soon: 99 footpegs Touring bars Fender eliminator kit Polished wheels Vance & Hines Dynojet kit are in the works.... | ||
| Danny |
Danny Goldsmith 27 Modesto, CA Married 1 year Dec. 6th Currently doing temp work as a maintenance mechanic until I can get in to school for an electronics engineering degree. Never saw a motorcycle in my future until my July 94 issue of Hot Rod. It was merely a half page article on the S2, but it was the beginning of my downward spiral. I took possesion of my bike July 15, 97 and on July 18, I rode from my Mother-in-laws place in Provo UT to Portland OR for BG Northwest. Today my bike has approx.26k (broken speedo drive) 23 of which are mine including a cross country trip to ride Deal's Gap. My Isolators went out at 11.5 but I haven't had a reoccurence. "The Dark Side" is an essentially stock Black Sapphire Pearl 95 S2. I've got narrow touring bags for it. Mechanically, I've installed a West Tek exhaust and a Yost Power tube with a 45 slow jet and a 185 main. I have my Thunderstorm parts in my garage and will install them when my temp job . Plans to dyno before 'Storming and dyno-tune after. | ||
| Adam Wagar |
Adam Wagar 35 Married with children Other bike, Kawasaki KLX650R Just bought '97 M2 Cyclone from Saginaw Valley MotorWorks. Nice people and a great deal. Future plans: 1 Lower bars, K&N superbike 2 Shift-Linkage hits me in the ankle, maybe rear-sets 3 Airbox has to go, Buell CF looks good 4 Exhaust- Bartels or V&H or whichever one dynos best 5 Suspension, forks make a clicking noise, a call to RaceTech will fix that. 6 Tires, ME1s This is the first streetbike I've owned that exceeded my expectations. I just might keep this one for more than 6 months. | ||
| Don Casto |
 Don "Fidel" Casto, Age 51 Retired cabinet maker riding his Buell and working on his house in Boulder, Colorado. Member of: RockBOG, ATC, United Sidecar Assn. '98 S3T purchased from Montana HD/Buell/Ducati in July, 1998. Modifications: Force Sidewinder, Mikuni HSR42(17.5 primary, 155 fast, .98 needle 4th notch), Westek exhaust, Hayden M6 primary chain tensioner, H-4 130/100 Halogen headligh bulb, foam grips, Bagster tank cover and 28 liter tank bag, Corbin G&L w/backrest (carbon fiber leather), rebuilt and gelled stock seat (by Danny Ballard, Loveland, Co.), '99 pegs, '00 peg springs, '00 detent plate, Redline Shockproof trans/primary, Redline 20-50 Synthetic engine oil, Banke shifter, Westek frame brace Previous motorcycles: Hondas-S90, 250 Scrambler, 305 Scrambler, Truimphs TR6C, T100C, various Bonneville basket cases, '94 BMW K1100RS Currently own a 1972 Moto Guzzi Eldorado/Sputnik sidecar rig. Other interests: Relocating to Montana, playing with my 2 golden retrievers, tolerating my daughter's cats, woodworking. Website Edited 18 September, 2000 | ||
| Aaron |
 Aaron Wilson - age 40 - Electrical Engineer designing disk drives in Longmont, Colorado, married 12 years, 2 kids. Bike: '99 M2, Red Snap, took delivery early October 1998 from John's HD in Ft. Collins Colorado Mods: 45 Slow jet/drilled slide hole/N65C needle (still playing with it), race kit air cleaner (a little less knee clearance - I'm 5'11 and my knee notices it), M6 chain tensioner, bar end mirrors, Ventura sport rack, radar detector, foam grips, 100/130 Halogen bulb Other bikes: '97 FLHTCUI (the polar opposite), '90 FXRS (hers), 3 brand J dirt bikes, 23cc motorized bicycle Previous bikes: '96 Sporty, '91 FLHTCU, numerous japanese bikes dating back 30 years I had no idea I'd like this M2 as much as I do. It's a unique machine in a world of mass produced, cookie cutter bikes. The more I ride it, the more I like it. | ||
| Scott Hall |
 Scott Hall Atlanta Georgia 1998 S1 Molten Orange/Nuclear Blue Thunderstorm Heads and Pistons Race Kit w/ Force Sidewinder Air Intake Buell Pro-Series Seat Storz Footpegs S3T Bars 1999 Swingarm Swingarm, Muffler, Front Motor Mount, and Rear Brake Caliper Bracket Polished. Race Header Ceramic Coated | ||
| Alan Kohler |
Alan Kohler, Reading, PA (between Philly & Allentown) Age: 29, married, wife Stacy, son Ian, 2 1/2 (not quite riding age yet, but he loves bikes, (i didn't know what one was at his age) Member of PACBOG and AMA Occupation: mechanical designer at battery manufactuer Favorite 4 wheeled vehicle: anything Chevy, my full size extended cab 4x4 Bikes currently owned: 97 black magic S3, gold cast wheels/frame, with all "T" options except hard bags (have soft bags). Mods: Supertrapp, Ventura, K&N, 99 pegs, 90 degree vent. (yet to install: #45 jet and Turbulator)...99 Ninja 250 (wifes), 83 Honda ATC200 (what a blast). Looking for 50cc for my son. Bikes previously owned: 75 Yama. RD200, 81 Kawa. KE100, 84 Honda Nighthawk 650, 95 Sportster 883, 75 Harley SX175. (in that order). | ||
| X1-Rider at usa.net |
Chris Colorado Springs, Colorado www.geocities.com/MotorCity/Track/6161 Surf on over... | ||
| Don Sieg |
Don Sieg, age 32, married (Kate), one baby girl (Sedona). Union Grove, Wisconsin (half hour from Buell Factory) Reading Teacher/Specialist (10 years), part-time drummer, black belt, conservative. Member of PACBOG, ATC, HOG. Bike: Black Magic '98 S3T (can be seen on p. 12 of Battle2win v.2, issue 3 1998) Carbon fiber fender, belt guards, V&H SS2R, Eurocomponents air dam and air cleaner (however, I prefer a modified Helmholtz for performance), bar end wieghts, Lockhart Phillips turn signals, #48 - #200 carb jets, Billet-cool oil cooler, SE module, SE plug wires, HD platinum plugs, newly Jet Hot coated pipes, HD billet foot pegs, Corbin Seat, Buell tail bag, License plate reads "T-BOLT" Future plans: M6 chain tensioner, Lightning tranny sprocket | ||
| Frank Schultz |
Age: 49 Hometown: Jacksonville, Florida Occupation: The Metal Shop Inc. / Owner Current Bikes: 97 Cyclone, 86 Yamaha FJ 1200 Cyclone Mods: S-1 bars, tach kit, Yost Power Tube, carbonfiber air cleaner, re-worked seat by Sargents, S-1 exhaust with Borla can in stainless, Storz damper, removed turn signals,rear fender and lower belt guard, by-passed kick stand switch, 207's, bar end mirrors, GSXR 750 (passenger foot pegs). Bike is black with 7700 miles. Member of Atlantic Beach Vintage Motorcycle Club. Under Comstruction: CB 400f, XS 650 and a 37 Plymouth Business Coupe. e-mail: bowtydaddy@juno.com | ||
| Kerry Abrams |
age 43 hometown:richmond,va occupation:honda m/c mech. current rides:97 S1,94 VFR mods to S1 include:pro series handlebars,pro series footpegs$toe pegs,supertrapp,lots of ASB carbon fiber modified thunderslide-jet kit,relocated ignition switch to instrument panel,X-1 chin spoiler(bolted right on) custom paint(blue w/silver lightning bolts),pro seat 207 tyres, lockhart/phillips superbike turn signals, WP steering dampner,hi flow air filter for helmholz,black billet cool oil cooler,and whatever else I can find. look for me if you come to town. license reads "S-ONE" Email K Buell S1@aol.com | ||
| Brian Hengeveld |
Age: 29 Status: Married to a Heavy Metal, 883 Hugger Ridin Babe! Bike: 98 Black Magic S3 Came with: PM Wheels and all the 98 S3 goodies (Braided lines, 2.5" collector, TStorm heads, etc...) Mods: Dynojet Thunderslide kid and V&H pipe. So much more to come! Ambitions: To blow away my buddy and his 98 VFR800. This is no small task. He verbally rips my Buell all the time..."Real Rebels Ride Rice Rockets." Location: Doylestown, PA | ||
| Joe Spuckler |
Age: 35 Status: Married to a Triumph rider and have a Dirt Bike son Bike: 97 S-1 Lightning Mods: PM Wheels, MC Advantage ignition and coils, Borla muffler, 42mm Mikuni carb, K&N filter in the stock breadbox Central Texas | ||
| MIKE MORIARTY |
Mike Moriarty age :36 Bainbridge Island, Washington (1/2 hour ferry ride from Downtown Seattle) Operating Engineers Local 286 , Shop steward maintenance engineer in a high rise office building Remodeled 1914 house, did extensive addition & 3 car garage on my present home present bikes: 99M2 CYCLONE #00045 97 883/1200 HD SPORTSTER I commute year round ," a little rain never hurt no one " ferry ride does make it a little easier;lots of great people,beautiful scenery, the occasional Orca, and best of all motorcycles get head of the line rights!! member of H.O.G. and A.M.A. ,hoping to join a B.R.A.G. soon. | ||
| Dale Thoma |
Dale Thoma Sweet Home, Oregon 46 Married with 5 children, 2 cats, and Jill the golden retriever. 99 M2 Carbon Black. Purchased from Doyles in early December. Current mods;CF Race air cleaner, Maier sport fairing. More to follow. Other bikes; 95 GPZ 1100, (2) TW200, 71 TL125 Honda(work in progress), LT80, TRX200. The Buell is proving to be the most engaging bike I have had in the 20+ years of riding. Other hobbies include; anything with wheels, military history, and firearms. | ||
| Andy Spiegel |
Andy Spiegel Home: South Plainfield, NJ (1/2 hour south of Newark Airport) Personal: Married, 41 yrs old, riding for 20, 2 children and a dog named Sandy 98 S1WL Orange/Black frame w/PM wheels Modifications: Vance and Hines, Dynojet Thunderslide, Buell racing module, VOES recalibrated, Racetech Fork springs and valving, Revalved shock, EBC HH pads, Corbin seat w/gel, Hayden M6 primary chain tensioner and crankcase vent, quick disconnect coupler for fuel line(makes for really quick removal of tank w/o spilling fuel), carbon bits here and there. Wants: Ported heads w/American Aircooled Clyinders and some nice light pistons, roller rocker arms, one tooth larger frt sprocket, trick rear sprocket, a big fat rear tire, and finally..about 100hp AND 100 lb/ft torque at the rear wheel!! Hobbies: Roadrace in WERA vintage class w/'85 FZ750 Superbike, love Speedvision(but can't get it on my lousy cable system), almost anything with a motor Other Vehicles:1995 Integra VTEC(stock--sorry, all monies go to the bikes), CBR1000F(suspension revalved and resprung, carbs rejetted, Yosh slip-ons, CB/intercom/radio built into bike, electric grips & vest, Corbin seat w/backrest and gel, EBC rotors and pads, separately relayed fuse panel in tail for all electrical accessories), RM80 for the kids | ||
| Sparky |
Steve "Sparky" Heimers 41 years old, married w/2 kids - #3 coming soon Occ: Metal Menders / Owner Bike: '96 S-1 (bought new Sept 97) 10,000 hard, trouble free miles Mods: Indian turquoise body work, gloss black frame and wheels, Race Tech susp. F&R, Pro series solo seat, V&H module/muffler, Crane roller rockers, 8.8 wires, Dynoslide, Bartell's airbox & swing arm bushings, M-6, '98 oil pump, stainless brake and oil lines, cut down cam cover, cut off rear peg loops, 422 lb. wet weight (full tank of gas) Hobbies: welding...the perfect bead Buellin'...the perfect turn! "If someone puts an American V-twin in a chassis that sticks corners and stops right now...I'd buy it!" - part of a conversation I had about 20 years ago with a Duc rider...who spent all day chasing me aroung Bear Mountain State Park on what was to be my last RD350 Yamascreamer. If you're ever up around Greenwood Lake , NY we'll show you some Buelltiful roads. Sparky | ||
| Steve Heimers |
Steve "Sparky" Heimers 41 years old, married w/2 kids - #3 coming soon Occ: Metal Menders / Owner Bike: '96 S-1 (bought new Sept 97) 10,000 hard, trouble free miles Mods: Indian turquoise body work, gloss black frame and wheels, Race Tech susp. F&R, Pro series solo seat, V&H module/muffler, Crane roller rockers, 8.8 wires, Dynoslide, Bartell's airbox & swing arm bushings, M-6, '98 oil pump, stainless brake and oil lines, cut down cam cover, cut off rear peg loops, 422 lb. wet weight (full tank of gas) Hobbies: welding...the perfect bead Buellin'...the perfect turn! "If someone puts an American V-twin in a chassis that sticks corners and stops right now...I'd buy it!" - part of a conversation I had about 20 years ago with a Duc rider...who spent all day chasing me around Bear Mountain State Park on what was to be my last RD350 Yamascreamer. If you're ever up around Greenwood Lake , NY we'll show you some Buelltiful roads. Sparky | ||
| Richard Terry |
Richard Terry age:36 Married w/ 2 children Occupation: Marine Engineer on the Great Lakes Residence: Robbins, Tn Bike: 1997 M2 purchased new in March '98, stock (as of today) except for Yost Master kit. It has 2,750 miles. Future plans: Touring bars and footpegs. Planning to adapt '99 seat or buy '99 Cyclone. | ||
| Craig Howell |
Craig Howell - age 38 - Senior Network Engineer (and ex commercial photographer) doing computer network design and maintenance for Mills Peninsula in Burlingame, California. Married for 13 years, no kids.  Bike: '99 M2 Cyclone in Reactor Yellow. Bought late December '98 from Dennis at San Jose HD / Buell. A great guy. Other bikes: This is my 24th bike and my 5th V twin, but my 1st American V twin. For details and lots of photos of my bikes and my friends bikes, including some fairly rare machines, see my web page at http://www.craig.howell.net/2wheeltoys.htm Buell view: I've had quite a variety of bikes, from UJM's to fairly exotic Italian machines, and this Buell makes me smile more than any of them... and some of them made me smile a LOT. | ||
| Steve F |
Name: Steve Fayers Age/Status: 43 yrs / Married with 3 children Location: West Sussex, England Occupation: Aircraft Engineering Supervisor Bike: 98 S1W Molten Orange/Nuclear Blue Lightning Strike (Identical to S1 White Lightning’s Technical Specifications) Mods: Carbon Fiber 'Shorty' rear hugger. Fast Company Carbon Fibre pancake air filter housing with K & N filter. Yost Master Stage One carb kit (incl Powertube) #45 slow jet, #200 main jet. Screaming Eagle Breather system mods. Hand made alloy footrests & brake toebar. Race exhaust soon. Reason for buying Buell S1: Minimalist approach, different looks (once the airfilter box & big rear hugger are replaced), ‘V’ twin feel and sound and ease of home maintenance. Hobbies: Riding motorcycles (28 years, 200,000+ miles, owned 12 bikes and ridden 30+ others), windsurfing, mountain biking, cross-country walking and many others. Groups: Member of the UK Buell Enthusiasts Group and the Wey Valley Advanced Motorcyclists Group. | ||
| Tony Webb |
Name: Tony Webb home: Los Angeles,Cal occupation: tele tech for major Co. Hobbies: sports,fishing,biking,music,working on anything mechcanical. previous bikes: mini-bike,kaw 125 enduro heavy mods current bike:black 1999 M2 Cyclone #16-with X1 turn lights. comments on the buell: I became interested in buells when I frist saw the 1996 lighting,but did not buy one because things just didnt seem right.I was not aware that buells were made prior to 1996. When I saw the new cyclone everything looked right. It is the closest thing to my old 125 enduro. | ||
| TimPowers |
Age: 29 Bike: 1995 S2 Ice Pearl White Condition: Mint but busted up Cams with only 6,000 miles on her. Reason: NONE. Cams just busted teeth; Buell/HD will not cover. NOT A SMART MOVE BY BUELL/HD. Next Bike: 97 S1 Lightning (pick it up on 2/9/99)1,500 miles. Billet with V & H. Location: Colorado Springs... TimEpowers@aol.com | ||
| Ed Manning |
  Name: Ed Manning Location: West Liberty, KY Age: 41 Occupation: Department of Corrections Clubs: PACBOG#332, ATC#299 Bike: 97' M2 Cyclone Modifications: Dynojet Thunderslide kit, K&N for breadbox, V&H SS2R, Jet Hot ceramic coated headers, Buell race ignition module, Magnacore 8.5 wires, HD chrome vacuum cover, Kuryaken foot pegs, Corbin seat, foam grips, Buell tank, tail bags and mask Best Ride: Red River Gorge, Daniel Boone National Forest | ||
| Jason Ledford |
Jason Ledford Richmond, VA age: 25 Occupation: Pc guy. It could get more technical but who cares? Bike: '97 M2 Mods: V&H pipe, Carbon fiber air cleaner, Billet pegs. bought it used. I've been riding for offroad for about 15 yrs but this is only my 2nd street bike. It's way cool. Feels like a dirt bike on the street. The weight and turn in is great. | ||
| Mike Yasovsky |
From Red Lion, Pa. Head Parts Stocker Harley-Davidson Factory in York, Pa. 98 S1 Lightning Third one. (traded every year) Race Kit, Mikuni HSR 42 Black, PM Wheels Corbin Seat (carbon fiber leather cover) S3 Handle Bars Tank bra 90 degree tank vent S2 rear fender Screamin Eagle coil Newest Bike: 99 S3 Thunderbolt Black paint, Nuclear Blue frame PM Wheels Fiancée rides a 98 Dyna Super Glide | ||
| Nick Campbell |
Nick Campbell Mesa, AZ Age 23 Occupation: Sales/Installer of car audio/College student Bike: 98 M2 Mods: Tach kit, V@H pipe (soon to be a k2, need volume),T-slide kit 45 slow, 185 main, Buell high flow air cleaner, Napolean mirrors, Gel grips, Corbin seat, locking gas cap, 90 degree relief valve (stcok on 99) Bike is still in the production phase, had a little trouble with a scored cylinder (rear) but seems to be ok now. This is my first bike, I figured if your going to do it you might as well do it right the first time. Absolutely faBUELLous machine. | ||
| Dante Fratarcangelo |
Name: Dante Fratarcangelo City: Richmond VA Occ: Owner - industrial supplies company Age: 32 Family: Unmarried, No Kids Bike: 1999 S3T Just took delivery of the new Buell a couple of months ago, had a 96 Dyna Low Rider before this. Only had the chance to put about 800 miles on the bike so far, but I'm lovin it already. Can't wait for Spring to roll around to do some real riding. | ||
| Tom Farley |
Tom Farley 97S3T Occ. Fire Fighter Loc. Toledo, Ohio E-Mail skoppinger@aol.com Age 50 Married 30 YRS | ||
| Tim Ryan |
Tim Ryan Raleigh, NC 43 years old Married 23 years with 1 son, 2 daughters and 1 granddaughter. Programmer with Nortel Networks Black 99M2 bone stock so far. It was fate. 30 minutes after a test ride, while talking with the sales woman about wanting a black M2, mine was delivered to the shop. There it was, no mirrors, covered with dust and I was hooked. Picked it up 3 days later and the weather turned cold, I've only got 100 miles so far, but its supposed to warm up this weekend. Any of you ever in the Raleigh area drop me a line, love to go for a ride, shoot the breeze or have a beer. | ||
| ROB ROY |
ROB ROY PORTLAND OR. 36YRS MARRIED 11YRS 2 SONS 1 DAUGHTER CONVERTED MY 97S3 TO A S3T HYBRED WITH NO LOWWER FAIRINGS. JUST OVER THE 500MILES AND READY TO ROCK AND ROLL. | ||
| Richard L. Hinkle Jr. |
Name: Richard L. Hinkle Jr. Location: Jacksonville Ar. Age: 35 Occupation: Department of Defence WG-12 189AW AR.ANG Bike: 98 S3T Mods: .45 slow,+2shims on needle,Nology Plugs-Wires and coil amplifier,Jagg cooler,ASP H4 130/125 Hyper Halogen bulb. | ||
| Steve |
Name: Steve Madden Location: St. Petersburg, FL Age: 50 Occupation: Personnel Analyst Wish for: Decent riding roads. Yes, we ride year round here... but I have to travel a bit to find a curve and no traffic. I've been riding for over 35 years. So, maybe I've learned some bad habits! Started small, like most of us did back then. But small wasn't exactly "unexciting". I owned two Bultaco Metrallas and an RD350, so I was having my fun back then too. I've owned about 15 bikes. Of all of them, the Buell definitely ranks a "10" on the blast scale.  1998 Buell S3T: Spark Red, over 10,000 FUN miles, Borla Slip-On, race module, Thunderslide, K&N filter, '99 pegs, Pro Grips, seat modified by Stitches in St. Petersburg, both narrow and wide saddlebag covers, Royal Purple synthetic, long filter. | ||
| Randy Gebben |
Name: R.J. Gebben Location: Orlando, FL Age: 42 Occupation: Airline Mechanic Hobbies: Long distance riding, Member IBA,AMA,COG,etc Motorcycles: Enjoy all types and love to ride more than My wife would like me to.....:-) Traded in my 95 Bagger for a 99 Buell S3T in Demon Blue with PM wheels, I test rode one for the first time a few weeks ago and thought I would stain the tank. I couldn't believe how much fun it was, and how smooth it was, I was always interested in the Buells since I first saw one of them in 1988. I wonder why I waited so long to test ride one. I should take delivery about the 15th of April, Anyone interested in riding please contact me at JETQC@aol.com I am always interested in taking off for a ride! | ||
| JimA4Media |
Name: Jim Armstrong Location: San Jose, California Age: 50 Occupation: Knowledge Engineer - Cisco Systems Clubs: American Sportbike Bike: 99 X-1 Lightning Modifications: National wind screen to replace bikini Best Ride: Highway 9 from Saratoga to Santa Cruz, California - 26 Buelliful miles | ||
| Disco |
Name: Mark Troyer (but you can call me disco :-) ) Age: 29 (that's my story and I'm stickin' to it) Family: married 9 years in May, 2 kids (one of each) Occupation: Manager, Unix Engineering for UUNet's Global Hosting group. Location: Ann Arbor, MI (it's not that cold here, really). Bike: '97 S1 Lightning, Black Mods: Thunderstorm heads/pistons, DynoJet Thunderslide kit, V&H exhaust (aluminum), Force Sidewinder airbox, H-D O-ring pegs Plans: New carbon fiber inner fender, license plate relocation, better mirrors (still haven't decided which ones though...), Dunlop 207s | ||
| Detlev Gerrets |
Name: Detlev Gerrets Location: Nienborstel, Schleswig-Holstein, Germany Age: 44 Occupation: Dental Technician Club: HOG Baltic Kiel Chapter Germany Bike: 99 X-1 Lightning Modification: Twin-Lamp Fork mounted Fairing, US-2 1/2"-Exaust Last 2 years i drove a 1997 S-1 modified with Thunderstorm Heads and Screaming-Eagle Airfilter, US-2 1/2" Exaust. Many Problems with this Bike. New X-1 is optical not so nice, but technical better. My E-Mail-Adress: DGerrets@T-Online.de I´m a Radio Amateur, Call DF9LF, 73 | ||
| John P. Hallstrand |
Name: John P. Hallstrand Home town: Oak Park, Illinois (Chicago suburb) Age: 54 Profession: Senior Programmer/Analyst-Financial Systems for Conseco Services LLC (the "Step Up" Company) My Bike: A 1998 S1 White Lightning Mods: V&H stainless, #45 pilot, Bartels A/C, Quest Tank Bag, more coming (and I thought I was going to keep it stock....Ha!) Other Bike: A 1966 BSA Thunderbolt. Fun too, but in a VERY different way. Personal: Married for nearly 25 years, one daughter in college | ||
| Bob Stoll |
Name: Bob Stoll Location: Fort Washington, MD Age: 35 Full-Time Occupation: Senior Engineer (Raptor/Gauntlet/Cisco/Banyan/Solaris), Electronic Systems, Inc. Part-Time Occupation: Buell Sales, H-D of Washington (DC), Fort Washington, MD Bike: '98 S1 White Lightning, Ice White Pearl. 6,000 trouble-free miles. Mods: Buell race muffler, header, & Ignition, Screamin' Eagle 50kv coil, Magnacore KV-85 8.5mm plug wires, Banke shifter (WAY cool!) & Oil filler, Dyno-Jet kit w/#48 slow and #195 main, Corbin Gunfighter saddle w/carbon fiber leather, PIAA super white headlight, Buell carbon fiber lower belt guard & sprocket cover, Buell Pro-Series footpegs, Joker Machine master cylinder cover & swing-arm end caps, Hyper-Lights, K&N air filter, Billet-Cool oil cooler, '99-spec tank vent, Metzler ME-Z4's, Napoleon Bar-end mirrors, Stock rear fender & airbox (They're part of what makes a Buell a Buell!). Other Bikes: '93 BMW K75S & '80 BMW R65 Family: Married 11 years, no kids, 2 cats. Best ride: Open Track day at Summit Point racetrack. If you've never had your Buell out on the track, do it NOW. You will be amazed! Plans: Sign-up for California Superbike School, get amateur roadracing license, embarass CBR-riding friends. ;-) | ||
| Calin Brabandt |
Name: Calin Brabandt "Cal" Location: Portland, OR. Age: 40 -- riding 25 years. Occupation: Electrical Engineer/Flight Instructor (hopefully transitioning to airline pilot). Clubs: PACBOG #191 / Official Representative Bike: 97' M2 Cyclone (Blue Streak) Modifications: T-Storm heads, pistons, cams, Buell race header, air cleaner & ignition module, custom internal disc Supertrapp (20 discs/open end cap/2.5" race core), custom carbon fiber upper fender/tail section w/ Lockhart turn signals, carbon fiber belt guards, chopped & Blue Streak-painted S1 inner fender, 85/100W halogen, Taylor plug wires, Buell billet footpegs, Yost Master kit w/ wider needle (leaner) & middle clip, 200 main, 45 slow. Accessories: Buell tank bra, tank bag, luggage w/ large tail bag, Buell (RF-700) helmet (Blue Streak). Vital Fluids: Mobile One 15W-50, Redline Shockproof Heavy.  | ||
| Garry B. |
Garry Burman Age: 48 Location: Madison, Wisconsin (Buell/Harley country) Married with 2 boys 16 and 20, everyone has a bike license. Occupation: Network Engineer Been Biking for 30 years. First big bike '69 Norton Commando Roadster. traded-in a '98 Sportster Sport Current bikes in garage: Buell X1 (Yellow) PM wheels, tank bag, Bra. waiting for race kit. Love the ver 6 upgrade and new idle adjust cable. Suzuki GT 750 (Water Buffalo) Suzuki LS-650 Savage (wifes) Hobbies: Tennis, Bicycling, Martial Arts, computer games. Looking forward to the June BRAG gathering in Milwaukee, hopeing to meet many of you. | ||
| George |
George Hedrick Reston,VA 47, married to Teddy, three kids Leigh, Jackie & Maclen '98 triple black S1W, from Jeff at Waugh Ent. in Orange, VA. Race kit, Jagg oil cooler, Corbin carbon fiber look seat on twin tail, Napoleon Baren mirrors, Buell saddle & tank bags. Next: Buell shortened carbon fiber rear fender & Fast Co. tag relocator with M2 brake light AMA & ATC member, hobbies: over-40 hardball, bass guitar; just sold '94 FXDL w/37k mi because I LOVE this bike! | ||
| Debbie Gussenhoven |
Debbie '99 X-1 Lightning,'94 FLHTC(edna) 57,000 mi. X-1: Yellow, polished tail section, Vance & Hines,P M wheels,Carbon fiber rear fender,(bent rear brake lever from very aggressive cornering at willow springs track time). FLHTC:Super "bob" tweak job on motor,Corbin seat,Custom Paint, Chrome fork tubes,Paughco Fishtails, Custom floorboard grind,and lots of ATTITUDE. Also formerly owned '97 S-3. | ||
| Bob Gussenhoven |
Bob Gussenhoven. Iron worker, Debbies mechanic & chief Technical adviser. Ride; 97 S3-T Mods; Carb work,(secret) Ignition Module Adjustable, Super Trapp Exhaust,Tweeked Voes, Tuning = H.P. Previously owned 97 S-1 | ||
| Randy Leon Susan Wadkamper |
"97 S-3, White Gold, PM Wheels,Header and newly updated Supertrapp polished to mirror finish. Mods: none 'cept for 15 discs and open end cap. 180 D-205 rear. Someday the mods will appear but untill then I'll just ride the hell out of it! 10,000 miles and no problems (knock on wood) | ||
| Joel |
1998 S1W Lightning How do I get my pic uploaded? | ||
| Dale Haberkorn |
Bartlesville (Tulsa), OK 52 y/o, Married Retired, have ridden since age 15, since '79 on HD's Previous Bike: '96 Sporty (street racer) Cars: '94 Mustang 5.0, '98 Chev (short/wide) Current Bike: '99 X1, Mods: Factory Bra, Ventura Pack Rack System. Future Mods: Complete recalls! Bars, pipe  | ||
| Brad |
Brad Bittinger, age 49 (and holding) Current Bike: '98 Buell S3T "Black Magic" Current Mods: Buell Race Module, Banke Frame Brace and Shifter, K&N (stock location) Filter (Removed West Tek Billet Filter), Krank Vent, M6, Dynojet Thunderslide, Targa Footpegs, K&N Lowered Handlebar, Throttlemeister, Vance & Hines SS2R, Goodridge SS Brake Lines, Travelcade Gel Seat, lots of CF, Jagg Oil Cooler, Redline 20W50 + Shockproof Heavy. Planned (Winter) Mods: AAC Cylinders @ 3-13/16" (80 c.i.); high compression pistons; Mikuni carb; Brian Nallin Head Work; appropriate Cams. First Bike: Harley M-50 (1965) from AD Farrow, Cols., Ohio Wanting: 1983/4 Honda VT500, or better yet, Buell Thor Please, Erik, tell me it is so! Occupation: MIS Consultant Former (lamentable) Occupation: Attorney Most Notable Achievement: Downing 22 of Charley's Taco's, off BC Street, Koza City, Okinawa. (Plus 9 pots of hot sauce!) Favorite Drink: Sapporo Beer, and lots of it. | ||
| Bob Wilcox |
Bob Wilcox - age 43 - Geologist, work in Albuquerque, live in Rio Rancho, New Mexico, married, two kids out of the house, and two Boston Terriers. Buell: '99 M2, Black on Black, rode out of Chick's H-D Buell on March 19, 1999 Mods: V&H pipe, Buell Racing air cleaner kit and ignition module, Dynojet kit, Buell Billet Fork Brace Other bikes: '92 FLHTC, '99 XL1200S Previous bikes: Numerous japanese bikes dating back 27 years. The Buells I test drove immediately appealed to me in senses I had not experienced with any other motorcycle. It was a hard decision to choose one Buell over another. I absolutely love my M2. In 2 months, have had 2,500 miles of trouble free incredible riding experiences, and have yet to find the limits of this machine. After getting to know this motorcycle, I must say it handles as a I imagine a factory Super Bike should. You become one with the machine. Of all the bikes I have owned or ridden, this is by far my favorite. I foresee myself owning a fleet of Buells. Although the M2 has all the power I can handle, I fantasize about these mods: Mikuni carb, head work, AAC cylinders, Wiesco pistons, Aerocharger, nitrous. Second favorite pastime: Riding all day and having a fresh brew at a pub and talking about bikes. | ||
| MARK HALSE |
hi there.I AM A 44 YEAR OLD LAWYER AND LAW TEACHER.i own a bmw k100rs plus a 1998 cyclone very happy so far .IT HAS FACTORY C/F AIR CLEANER,SUPERTRAPP MUFFLERAND TACHO.IT HAS BEEN DYNOED AT 80HP AT REAR WHEEL.LOOKING FOR OTHER BUELL RIDERS TO RIDE WITH IN VIC. AUSTRALIA PHONE 03 96023111BH | ||
| Richard Wernars |
Richard 98 m2 no modification yet but planning to buy V&H and a kuryakin hypercharger I live in the Netherlands love my bike But there are no other Buells in the area to ride with. (only 200 sold) I would like to know more about the bullet mufflers? does it give more HP and is it loud? And are there any other Dutch buellers out there? zoja stuur me eens een mailtje | ||
| Lowboy |
Greg Miller, 47 years, truck driver/mechanic, mostly heavy equipment coast-to-coast, hence the handle. '98 S1W, it really is white, WestTek billet air cleaner, Buell rear setbacks, hacksaw modified rear inner fender and front motor mount, and license plate relocater. Reading all the posts here, mostly looking for smoother throttle response, the perfect suspension setup, and learning to lean. | ||
| D Milam |
David Milam 43 Years Old. Just bought a new 99M2...although I've been ridding for 27 years...this is my first cyclegasm!! I've modified my Buell with a Borla pipe (highly recommended), a Force Products SideWinder and a Thunderslide jet kit. These made a hell of a difference. Now the bike is "right". I'm using my wife's E-mail address. | ||
| Kevin La |
Kevin Lacostelo, 46, single, gainfully employed landlord; do a little leather work, shooter/reloader. 99 M2 Snap Blue with 25648-91 cams, 8,000rpm module and 42mm Mikuni. Wanted a Buell since I first saw one years ago at a cycle show, finally made it happen. Been riding 2-wheelers for a while, rode all the Japanese stuff, Motoguzzi, BSA, Triumph, Norton. First HD Sporty in '80, moved on to '68 XLCH in '84 which has been rebuilt twice and now has fresh motor with plenty of oomph and roar. Never even test rode a Buell, just bought it and rode away and kept on riding until I hit reserve and then stopped for gas and rode some more and then took it home for a little cleaning. Rode it to Springfield for the Mile and watched Jay Springsteen try to keep up with Kevin Atherton in a 25 mile 130mph duel for first. Rode it through the rain. Rode it through the twisties south of Hannibal, stretched it out along the Great River Road. We're goin' ridin' soon, I can feel it in my stomach. I've waited for this machine to appear and now it has and I'm grateful. I've always been a believer in the Sportster power plant, I knew it had potential outside the HD frame. With the right applications of suspension and head flow the Sportster is awsome and Erik has proved it. I want another Buell, maybe two more--an S1W (circa '98) and another M2, a black one, ya, a shiny black one with polished wheels and lots of billet parts only I'm going to leave the engine alone and live with the torque monster as it was built. And when I have more money I'll get one of the early models...more Buell is better. | ||
| Josh Duggan |
Josh Duggan, single 23 year old software developer. I live in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. 99 M2, blue streak. I bought this bike because; it's completely minimalist, it's a good mix of sport (but it ain't quite a crotch rocket) and tour (but it ain't quite a Harley), and to top it off this bike has a soul. This' my first bike, helloooo insurance! The only 'mod' is some insulation cloth wrapped around the exhaust header to save my right leg. | ||
| Lee E. Stipe |
here goes Lee E. Stipe 32 years old 2 children, unknown marital status? field service engineer for automotive electronics company in socal live in redondo beach, CA presently owned bikes- (1)97 s3, 12k miles, black, low bars, supertrapp, hypercharger, cut rear inner fender, monster frame brace, many more mods to come. (2) 79 cb750k, 4 in to 1, hard bags, rootbeer brown, 20k miles, parked for 2 years, needs tlc. not for sale. how it all started: was in ultra biker's dream in indianapolis walking around shopping for a cool used bike with some sport qualities, springer, not quite, custom sportster, too gaudy, salesman says "i have a buell in the back", wow, i knew what a buell was, that is about it, knew no details, he relayed the story as to why they had it in the back, it was about 8 mos old with 3000 miles on the clock and the owner layed it down and when it was in the shop for repairs the bank repo'd it, the shop bought it, broken turn signals, scratched derby cover, cracked fairing/windscreen, mirror damage and bent bars. he started it up for me and it was love at first eardrum loss, loud!(inside garage) worked the deal for two days and took delivery of my "as is" s3 on jan 15 '98. $8000.00 out the door! fixed all the damage and rode about 300 miles or so before being relocated to california, left the "mistress" in indy with wife at time. flew out in june i think on a thurs night, picked the bike up from being serviced and left indy friday at 12 noon, arrived in lomita CA sun nite about 10:30 pm indy time, 2280 miles on an unknown bike with no tools and no knowledge of kickstand switch probs, no problems for the whole trip!! other than my backside being numb for a week and a nasty idiot sunburn on my uncovered arms. love this bike!! have spreadsheet with details of trip, if interested let me know. recent nickname- S.LeeZ. coined by non-other than ferris himself, thanks ferris! "drag your ears" S.LeeZ. | ||
| M2 Thumper |
Steve Davis--Medical Sonographer, Eugene, OR. 1999 M2 Cyclone, Blue Streak, currently stock except for jetting, RKA bags, Buell tank bag. I've been riding Harley's for many years. My first was a 79 Sportster that hauled my carcass up and down the roads of Sturgis for the 50th. Since the Sportster wasn't the best for two-up touring, I sold it and bought a 89 UltraClassic. Talk about going from one end of the spectrum to the other. Then my girl friend decides to get her own bike. I enrolled her in the Riders Class for her birthday and soon she was the proud owner of a totally cool mild custom 86 Sportster. Well suddenly the Ultra seemed like the Queen Mary and I wanted something a little more streamlined. I always liked the classic lines of an FL Harley. I looked around and found a totally stock 77 FLH with only 12K on the clock. Bought it for a song, cleaned it up, rode it for a season, and then Harley introduced the FatBoy . Whew, sold the Queen Mary, sold the FLH and bought the Fatboy. My girlfriend and I did many, many miles. She on that Yellow Sportster that you could see from 10 miles away, and me hunkered down in the saddle of the Fatboy. It wasn't long before she wanted a big twin and ordered herself a new Low Rider Custom. The next year, Harley does it to me again and introduces the ROAD KING. That was it! This was the bike I'd been waiting for. The classic FLH style, evo reliability, rubber-mounted....it took me a year to get my hands on one. A 95 scarlet red and maroon "King of the Highway". For a period there, it seemed like every time I made the trip to Sturgis, I was on a different bike. Everyone can relax now. I still own the Road King and doubt that I will ever part with it. Somewhere along the line about 1996 the Buells started getting my attention. I'd remember looking at an RS1200 back in the early 90's. I had sat on the bike in the dealer showroom and just kinda wondered what it would be like. Of course then, I think the price was somewhere around $15,000 or $16,000. Well the S2 was introduced, and the S1, and the M2, and now I'm beginning to get REALLY curious. I wanted something (a second bike) that I could ride with a little more sporting intent. I began following the Buell discussions Online. Damn seems like everyone was having annoying little problems. I hung back and lurked while others told of their delights and disappointments with Buell motorcycles. All the while, I was anxious to get myself a motorcyle that would handle the great winding two lane roads we have in the Pacific Northwest. At this point I became torn between the XL1200 Sport and the M2 Cyclone. It was the winter of '97 and I took the conservative approach and went for the Sportster Sport. Some N2 cams, a Supertrapp two into one, and I was a happy camper. But....but......I still lurked on the Buell discussion boards. And I still got my issues of B2Win. And I still wondered what it would be like. Well in the spring of '98 I finally found out. I went into the dealership and took a test ride (a mile or two at most) on a new 98 S3T. Can you say "WAKE UP CALL!!?" That was it....I had to have it! I traded the Sport in on the Buell. A Vance and Hines slip on and Corbin saddle were soon to follow. Mr. Ferris Bueller was still in the Puget Sound area at the time, so I got to know him, do some great rides, and I even took him to Buell, OR. Yep, I think the pics are posted on the PACBOG site. Needless to say, the Road King didn't see much road time during the summer of '98. I even elected to do my extended trips on the S3T. The following fall I encountered several setbacks in my personal life that unfortunately necessitated the selling of the Buell (remember, I said I'd never part with the Road King). However, I was sworn to some day have another Buell and I'm happy to say that on May 20, 1999 I became the proud owner of a new M2 Cyclone. A ...? Steve, it looks like you intended to add more to this great story. Go ahead and post your conclusion below if you like, and we'll join it to this post for you.  | ||
| Larry Mester (Lars) |
Name: "Lars" Age: 36 Space Occupied: Western New Hampshire Occupation: Flight Paramedic Status: Single - looking for a Buell Biker Babe Bike: 98 S3T pretty stock so far except for tank cover and bag, ISO $$ for V&H muffler(sic) and rejet kit as well as assorted other goodies. If you feel the need to donate to a most worthy charity, consider contacting me off line to donate monies to the "HELP LARS MODIFY HIS BUELL FUND". So you don't forget, email before midnight and you will receive a photo of a most needy Buell driver. Not exactly a tax deduction but you will experience immense satisfaction in knowing that you have contributed to such a worthy cause. Mileage: 7000 since March 5th. Comments: Looking forward to Laconia and meeting some Buellers there. Got turned on to Buells by my Boston friend who owns a 96 S2T. Having alot of fun reading the posts and learning from all of you most knowledgeable Buell drivers. | ||
| SCOTT MOON MOONMAN |
Scott Moon, Sales Manager, Eastside H-D/Buell 1996 Buell S-1 (with me since daytonta '96 the first buell race ever) Penske shock,Racetech ti nitrated fork,acc cyl,J&E 11.5 pistons,T-stormed,Hi-4e,dual nissan-ebc rotors,marchasini 3.5-17&6.0-16.5 real mags,dunlop slicks-can you say 195x16.5? gsxr full fairing (94) clip-ons, hand built billet rear sets,force pipe(way cool) aprilla tail section,zippers oil pump,andrews Y close-ratio trans,HSR 42, Fast co filter,banke frame brace and a bitch'in condor custom VR with attitude paint job. street bike,1998 S-3T Defender X-police bike from the 95th nice and STOCK! | ||
| vik anderson (Eeeeek) |
Vik Anderson, Lan Administrator 29 years old Sacramento, CA 1999 X1 Carbon Fiber, #249 of 250 Purchased 5-21-99 at Auburn HD/Buell | ||
| Michael Creyaufmiller |
Name: Michael Creyaufmiller Occ: Small business owner Married to a wonderful lady who hates bikes (Don't have to take her on any bike trips) Hobbies: MSF Instructor, Buell Rider, Engine modifier hehehehe....... Bike: 1997 S3-T, 1999 Road Glide (although the road glide does not leave the garage much, GO BUELL'S) Mods: Force Sidewinder, Borla Slip-on, Major Carb work (I have a dealer who drag races!!!!!), Modified T-Storm kit (on the way), and bike is currently being powder coated (frame, and since Buell is changing the swingarm, I am taking advantage of the free labor!!!!, and more to come! Wants: a 2000 S3-T with a carb (won't happen according to Buell co.) Location: Raleigh, NC Future run: The Dragon (for those of you who do not know it-- 318 curves in a 11 mile road, no police, only cagers to slow you down. Taking a group out to the NC Mountains to run it-- other name: Deals Gap, NC) Me: finially found a bike to ride!!-BUELL all others will be sold! Needs to go faster! | ||
| Ralph Martinet |
Name: Ralph "Ghostrider" Martinet Age:45 Occupation: Electrical Steam Plant Operator Location: Long Beach, California Hobbies: Avid Biker (5 of em),Tennis Player (since high school & college) Bikes: '99 Buell X-1 Lightning (red snapper with black fairings & PM's, V.H. Pipe),'98 Honda VFR800fi Interceptor,'82 Yamaha XJ1100 Maxim,'69 Triumph TR650 Tiger (Beautiful classic),'91 Kaw. KZ1000 Police (Escort Funerals with) Comments: Biking kicks ass...I thought my collection was complete... till I rode a Buell! Man'O'Man, I love this thing! | ||
| Mark De Giorgio |
Name: Mark De Giorgio Age: 43 Married with 4 children Location: Bothel, Cumbria, England. Occupation: Validation Engineer Hobbies: Bikes in general, Classic Bike racing. Have ridden bikes most of my life, starting off on a 175 Kawasaki, then progressed to a 250 Kawasaki, then after visiting the U.S. whilst in the Merchant Navy I happened to spot a US spec Triumph T140.in a local dealers...I now knew what my next bike would be and on returning home bought the said bike...nearly ripped my arms out of my sockets the first time I opened her up. That was it, no going back...I tuned the Triumph but actually spoilt the engine as it lost too much bottom end torque. Swapped it for a 900SS Ducati but was surprised that the performance wasn't that much greater than my tuned Triumph. Swapped the Duke for a Sunbeam Alpine Mark IV, cashed in my life insurance policy and bought what I classed to be the best bike I had ever owned, a 750 Norton Commando cafe racer, including an amazing 8 leading shoe front brake which used to bend the front forks!! I ran this bike for over 50000 miles before being made redundant from work and in debt so the bike had to go. I sold it for £600, a year later I found out the front brake alone was selling for approx £1500...Doh! I ran a couple of winter-bikes (SP370, CB250R) due to lack of money, and my next big bike was a BSA A10, this amazed me with its reliability and good handling Kept it for 2 years before having my first experience of a big Jap bike. A good condition VF750F Honda was being sold by some one in the village, a quick test ride and I was smitten, very fast, handled brilliantly and looked the biz, and even though the cams were supposed to be made of chocolate, I thrashed the bike for 28000 miles without any mechanical failures. A Moto Guzzi Le Mans MkII was my next bike and after taking it to the Isle of Man for the TT races, was modified extensively and converted to a MkI. I did major engine mods which was nearly my undueing as the next trip to the TT races showed that the extra power and resulting speed increase had extended the chassis too much and after a couple of hairy moments I decided the bike would have to go. I sold the Guzzi immediately and purchased my second Norton Commando, this time a 850 MkIII. I gave the engine a Stage 1 tune and ran this for the next few years, including my third and fourth trips to the TT races. I had been sourcing and buying spares for Norton Commandos since my first 750 and reading all the info available as I wanted to build a special for a number of years. A full race motor was being prepared in the background, (actually on the kitchen table) and this was added to my spare Commando frame ,modified to hold the oil, Laverda Jota front end including Brembo discs and calipers, suzuki GS750 tank, GS400 tail piece, home made swinging arm etc etc…. My career had improved dramatically giving me extra funds so I purchased a brand new Ducati 900SS in 1991. This I ran for 18 months putting on 28000 miles without ever needing to adjust the valve clearances, always ran synthetic oil (Agip) and made regular changes though. Suffered from severe carb freezing during the cold months, the clutch failed and the rectifier packed in but never left me standed. Crashed it 3 times in 12 months (killed a dog, missed a sheep and high-sided outside a tyre dealers after fitting a new back tyre and trying to make a quick getaway in the rush hour traffic), I didn't want to tempt fate so I sold it. Low mileage, one careful owner, never been dropped…Ha! I then went back to my MKIII for transport and lent my full race 750 engine to a friend who had blown his motor up at the start of the Classic Club racing season. He raced it for a season and a half, with me as mechanic and general dogsbody. He came third in the championship that year and his Seeley Commando was the fastest Norton on the track. Before I got the motor back I got it dynoed at 65 hp at the back wheel, which might not sound much by todays standards but the whole bike fuelled up only weighed 280 lbs. The motor is still just lying on the garage table, working away from home means no time for DIY hobbies. I decided I wanted to go racing so I purchased a 1972 Norton 750 Racer to live out my fantasies, makes riding on the roads rather tame though. Whilst working in Ireland the first Buell S1 had arrived in the UK, I immediately wanted one, the looks, the powerplant…gimmee gimmee. I flew over to London and test road the same bike the magazines had used for all their articles. I was very disappointed, especially with the handling and at £10000 I was put off. I still wanted one though but ended up buying a GPZ1100 streetfighter from a mate of mine for £900 and took that back over to Ireland for 12 months before returning to the UK where I sold it on. I noticed the Buells were getting more Press in the monthly mags with the reviews getting better each time. I went to a Buell open day at Edinburgh and asked to take out a 1998 S1Lightning…no problems sir, you'll have to wait a while , but while you are waiting here's the keys to the Cyclone, take it out for an hour. Gave it a good blast, seemed to handle better than the last S1, came back and swapped it for the S1 with Stage 1 tune, V and H exhaust, race module, steering damper, loads of carbon…no comparison really, I bought a carbon black S1to the same spec there and then. I always knew I would eventually get one. Ran it in carefully, then thrashed it everywhere I went, that's when I found the suspension to be somewhat lacking at high speeds, no amount of adjustment would stop the bike from wagging on fast corners. Buell UK are still trying to source me a different rear spring as the one fitted is too hard. The front brake was replaced at 3000 miles and as I ran the bike through the winter it suffered badly from corrosion. Buell eventually powder coated the frame and swinging arm after the rust started to come through on all the joints and straight sections of frame and swinging arm. I'm slowly changing all the fasteners for stainless items whist I wait for all the recall letters to drop on my floor. After reading all the info available on this web site I realise apart from the suspect handling, corrosion problems, front brake and a failed regulator my bike has delivered. It has never failed to start, never broke down and left me stranded, hardly uses any oil, no oil leaks, returns 50 mph and looks the dogs bollocks. I will never get rid of my 3 Nortons as they could never be replaced and it looks like the Buell is going to be a great addition to the family stable. Thunderstorm heads,pistons and 42mm Mikuni are being sourced from the US at present and then I might just do the odd one or two race meetings!! | ||
| Lee W (Lee_s) |
Name: Lee Weiss Age: 33 Place: Bedford Hills, NY Status: Married, Daughter Emily and Eric is due 9/17/99 Occupation: Homedaycare run with wife and Mother-in-law. Bike: 99 M2 Bluestreak Mods: Vance and Hines SSR2 and jetting so far Need: New ear plugs Patiently awaiting a tach kit | ||
| Mike Massara |
Mike Massara 39 years old Live in Southfield Michigan Profesion: Engineering Management Bikes: have 5 HD's in gagrage,including 1 Buell (1998 S3T, many mods) Experience: 30 yrs of riding/racing/education I am currently involved with the formation of southeast Michigan's first dealer sanctioned Buell riders group. It is out of Motor City HD in Farmington Hills. Feel free to contact me via Email | ||
| Mike Massara |
Oops, I thought the Email address would show on the post, it is mmassara@visteon.com | ||
| rickp |
Rick Pimley, 48 yrs old, retired Army spook, married -- no kids. Employment: Beltway Bandit/Merchant-o-Death (Whadya expect me to do -- sell Toyotas?) Bike: '96 S-2 custom paint w/PM wheels Mods: cryo'd T-Storm heads & pistons, cryo'd N-8s, Q-module, SE coil, 8.5 wires, Ham can race cleaner, Borla can, S-2T bars, Storz pegs, somebody's-experimental-unobtainium-barrels-that-we-wont talk about, cut cam covers, serious polishing everywhere, Race Tech suspension - front and rear. Future wants: Mikuni HSR-42, M-6 Tensioner, PIAA high intensity bulb, seat reworked, Metz ME-Z4 tyres. Best ride: anywhere with my Buell-ridin buds! Hobbies: Long-range centerfire rifle, IPSC/IDPA pistol competition, photography, and oh yeah, BUELLS! Have had many bikes in 30 years riding -- mainly japanese multis -- but only the Buell V-Twin brings a real passion to the sport of motorcycling, IMHO. This S-2 just keeps improving with "age" and I see now reason to dump her after three flawless years of riding. | ||
| Justin Glass (Bueller) |
Justin Glass, 22 Location: New England Occupation: Mutual Fund Accountant Bike: 1998 S1W Tripple black,Billet pegs,and twin tail (from the factory) Mods: Full Racekit,carbon rear fender and 42mm flatslide, Synthetic fluids Wants: New seat and High intensity headlight bulb,Joker machine mirrors and sprocket Just picking my bike up this week, I can't wait! The previous owner has kept it perfect. | ||
| Bruce (Lightnin_man) |
Bruce Mills almost 46 married, w/ two teenagers Central Virginia (near Waugh's in Orange) About to take delivery of my 1998 S1W, white over nuclear blue not modified yet | ||
| Kennedy |
: Clint Kennedy (Tex) 40 years young Married, no kids Manager of mountain bike pro shop Started racing dirt bikes at 12 and riding street since 15. Bike: Carbon black X1 | ||
| Mark_99M2_X1gone (Mark_99x1) |
Mark Stamper 37 yrs. Northern California Married, no kids (except for me) Work for Yellow Frt. Been riding on and off for 24 yrs. Dirt and street. '99 M2 custom paint, all stock for now. | ||
| Mel Flootie (Flootiebuell) |
Mel Flootie Danville, Ca. http://mypage.goplay.com/flootie 2000 Buell M2 Reactor Yellow......glad I waited for the new stainless pipes..... | ||
| Jim Armstrong (Jima4media) |
Mel, It is good you mentioned that you are from Danville, CA. A bunch of us Buelligans are heading up there again for the antique car show next Thursday. A bunch of us were there last Thursday and had a great time. We'll tell you about American Sportbike Night that happens on September 6th in Dublin. It is a gathering of 40-50 or so Buells every month. I want to see that yellow Y2K M2 of yours. Jim 99 Onyx Alloy X-1 Red Canyon Jacket Black Shoei Helmet | ||
| ChadVTWNM2 |
Chad Schwartzlow Buell:Molten Orange 99M2 (was 99X1 traded it in after a few too many close calls due to the FI glitches) Mods: Bullett pipe, Thunderslide, shortened front signals, home fender eliminator job. K&N Euro bars, Bar end mirrors, and gel grips soon to come. Occupation: Audio Engineer Age:27 Marital: Engaged to a wonderful woman who is close to understanding the Buell thing..... Favorite Rd: Rt.5 for the moment. Hope to hit Deals Gap in the near future....anyone else thinking about it? | ||
| Jim McCormac |
Jim McCormac Bikes: 1997 Buell S1 Lightning. Mods include Thunderstorm heads; KT Component one-piece racing exhaust system; Force Sidewinder air intake; billet pegs, shifter, and rear brake; clip-on handlebars. Bike dyno's at almost 90 rear wheel horsepower.  1998 Suzuki TL1000R. Only mods are the Yoshimura slip-on exhausts. The two bikes are a real contrast in engineering. Basically, compared to the TL, the Buell is woefully deficient technologically, but I still love it, despite all the grief it's given me. But, then, look how I ride it! Occupation: Biologist Age: 37 Lives in: Columbus, Ohio Been riding: Since I got a minibike at age 8 Notes: Bought the Buell new in October, '97. 5,500 miles as of this posting, and more problems than I'd care to relate. I take blame for some of this, due to an overly aggressive riding style, and a penchant for stunt-riding. However, most of the woes are the fault of poor engineering or shoddy workmanship. These are probably not the bikes for neophytes, who may not want to contend with the probable likelihood of frequent mechanical difficulties. I don't mean to complain, just state facts. I knew I was essentially a guinea pig when I bought it. No real regrets, though, as when things are cherry, it's an absolute blast to ride! | ||
| eric anderson (Eric) |
Eric Anderson, 27 years old Boynton Beach, Fl. Occupation: Supervisor at a motorcycle / watercraft dealer 99 M2 Cyclone - Blue Streak Mods: Supertrapp internal disc, Dragtron II filter, Thunderslide Kit I also own a 1990 Ducati 750 Sport which is for sale (anyone interested) So far this bike is my favorite yet, and I have owned quite a few. I am also looking for other buellers to ride with, anyone in this area? | ||
| David Tomczyk (Davet) |
Dave Tomczyk, 34 years old Vancouver BC, Canada Occupation: Electrician Buell: 1999 X1 Lightning, red , all stock ( until I can get my hands on the race kit!) 0 problems, and I credit my dealer- Deeleys House of Buell, these guys know their stuff! I love this bike, it's the most confidence inspiring bike I've ever ridden. | ||
| //jbt |
Jerry Thompson Age: 36 years (5.214 dog years) Occupation: Senior Network Engineer for 11,000 node network. Hobbies : RFCs, Riding, guns, & RC cars Bike : '99 Buell S3t Nuclear blue frame. Mod: Force pipe, a fixing to get a race ecm. These bikes inspire major confidenance. | ||
| John Kirby (Kirb) |
John Kirby (Kirb) Age: 28- not even close to being married. Occupation: Electrical Engineer (Hydrogenerators at voltages that can kill things and chop up fish) Hobbies: Riding, restoring old arcade equipment (love EM pinballs), mtn biking. Bike: '99 M2 snap red Acc: Large tank bag, chase harper saddle bags, throttlemeister cruise. Future mods: V&H SS2R, thunderslide, Force air cleaner, factory tach kit (when they get one out) Bike looked alot better before it fell off my trailer while unloading it to get my speedo fixed...flyscreen-$72, Front fender-$109, band-aids after beating my head on truck hood-$0.50 Ahh, the joys of a good job and being single.... | ||
| John Kirby (Kirb) |
Oh, and I live near Muskegon, Michigan. Not the best riding area, but west Michigan along the lake is alot better than Iowa, or Kansas, or Ohio, or....... Kirb | ||
| Olaf Bohring |
Olaf Bohring Occupation: Defense Consultant 52 years and holding Married 3 kids -- all grown and with their own Buells! Bike: 98 S1W Mods: Buell factory race kit, single fire ignition, 99 Swing arm (polished, of course), Sargent Cycle seat, race tech suspension mods. Favorite Ride: rural roads in southern MD leading to eastern VA. I've had many bikes, mainly BMW and MZ's before seettling here in the US of A two years ago. You've got the greatest of countries, and the finest of motorcycles. I thank my lucky stars to be here. Olaf | ||
| BT Smaldone (Btsmaldone) |
Hey Olaf, drop me a line, we might be neighbors | ||
| Rusty |
Name:Rusty X Age:46 Location:Cedar Rapids,Iowa Bike:1999 X-1 Lightning Color:Onyx-alloy Options:PM Wheels & Buell offered Carbon Fiber Occupation:Blue Collar Hobbies:Cross-country riding to Superbike Races & drinking in titty bars. My Other Bike:1999 Harley FXDX Born To Lean! | ||
| JEFF HOLSEY (Hoser) |
Name:Jeff H. Occupation:Tech.at large H.D./Buell dealership Age:44 Riding resume:28 years,i ride every bike i work on Bike:96 S1-High voltage yellow -27,500 on it 96 S2T-Quicksilver metalic -32,800 in the first year !!! Hobbies:Riding,wrenching,installing tires,riding, resting,changing oil,riding and other stuff. Mods to bikes: S1 (came w/pm wheels) Ported&milled t.storm heads w/thin head/base gaskets,buell race pipe,windage tray,98 oil pump,screamin eagle-.536 cams,lifters,valve springs,ignition coil,module ,adjustable pushrods, telescopic pushrod covers,proprietary carb.mods. pro series rear sets&handlebars,many hand made parts-machined,fabricated,onsite dyno shows 97 hp.w/86 ft.lb.tq.torque is over 80 ft.lbs. from 3500rpm.to 6500rpm.wanna see a nice long wheelie ? bike has close to 100 dyno runs on it testing various configurations. S2T-vance&hines muffler,proprietory carb mods.screamin eagle module&coil. Both bikes are reliable daily ridden machines I cant remember how many bikes i have owned ? but these two are keepers!!!! | ||
| Hein Scheffer (Hein) |
Hein Scheffer, age 36 Amsterdam, Netherlands '98 M2, black Pro Series Headers, Muffler and Ignition Module Kuryakin Hypercharger, White Power steering damper Thunderslide kit e-mail hein@scheffer.com | ||
| Paul Taylor |
Name: Paul Taylor Age: 32 Occupation: Camera Assistant Where From?: Toronto, Canada Married: To Alda, the best motorcycle accesory I have going. Interests: Bikes and local track day events. Hockey and cycling. Bike: '97 S3 Thunderbolt with PM wheels (white pearl) 28 000kms. Modifications to date: Corbin gunfighter saddle with backrest (for wife). Buell race kit. Deep dish saddle bags. Carbon fiber rear fender. H-D helmet lock. Buell tank bra. Modifications this winter: More Buell carbon fiber. Hyperpro springs and Gold Valve. Dunlop 207's. Polishing pipe, can and triple clamp. '98 oil pump. Synthetic oil. | ||
| Mike Douglas |
Name: Mike Douglas Occupation: Glazier Age:42 Where from?:Sacramento, California Divorced Interests: Bikes, Bikes, and mountain bike racing, also a huge Washington Redskin fan Bike '00 M2 Modifications: V&H pipe, Buell Billit air cleaner.Give me time folks, I just picked up the bike this afternoon. I've owned over 20 motorcycles in my time, 2 great Harleys and many others. I've also restored a couple of beautiful Ducati roundcase twins. My other bike is a Triumph Speed Triple, but after one ride on the Buell I had to have it! Looking forward to many miles and smiles on it.. | ||
| Art Bartlett (Bartimus) |
Name: Art Bartlett Occupation: Electrician/Elect Tech Age: 41 Where from? New Hampshire Where at? Phoenix, Arizona (I like to ride year-round) Interests: Bikes, more bikes, Old Hondas, Mt biking, RC gas-trucks, Hockey (Go Coyotes!), Football(Go Steelers!), Riding my Buell anytime, anywhere... Buell: '95 S2, saphire blue, PM wheels, Vance&Hines Pipe, #45 slow jet, #200 main jet Thoughts on Buell: Great bikes! I have loved them since I saw the first one back in the '80's, nothing handles or FEELS like a Buell or gives you so much FUN! Now if we can just s**tcan the Harley dealership association, things may be greater! | ||
| Koen v.d. Linden 00' X1 (Grizzly) |
name: Koen van der Linden...(Grizzly) age: 45 where: Holland occupation: police officer in Amsterdam married with Alice, 1 son Mike (soon to be a police officer) Bikes: Buell 2000 X1, 1999 Yamaha XT600 E (Dirt Bike), Cars: Toyota Landcruiser 3.4 ltr, Smartcar (Mercedes/Swatch) Love riding motorcycles. Best bike so far, Buell X1  | ||
| Steve Methia aka Tricklidz |
Bikes: 97S3, 99Ducati ST2, 79 Triumph Bonneville. Occupation: Auto Mechanic Mods to Buell: V&H aluminum can, Race, c/f air cleaner, ign mod, yost power tube, corbin seat. Black w/PM wheels...neat looking bike..paid 7500 new (auction price..Boston Buell) strong 82hp, 80 ft/lb torque (dyno documented)..nice power wheelies!! I find the Buell to have almost perfect riding postion for me..I also do alot (50%) two-up, FAST riding..very enjoyable. Also have had all recalls done except shock (I don't think it's a problem) I like the White shock. ps. Anyone interested in having their helmet custom painted..give me a call or e-mail..MILD to WILD..great prices! www.tricklidz@yahoo.com Steve | ||
| Jim Lawson |
Hello fellow Buell enthusiasts, Age: 26 Military man (hard to move around with a bike.) Got my 'endorsement' February '97. Please do not spank me for having an '81 Honda CB650 as a beginners' bike. It was a mistake. I didn't know what I was thinking. It's reliable enough, just not brand new and low maintenance like a new Buell would be. I don't have a Buell as of yet, but plan on getting one early 2000. I'm going for either a '99 or '00 M2 Cyclone. March '00 is a good time to buy. E-mail: jellybellypris@hotmail.com From Portland, OR. Resides at Ft. Campbell, Ky. No choice in the matter, unfortunately. | ||
| Sean "Rocket" Pepper (Pep) |
Koen,thats a mean looking X1 you've got. | ||
| keith calhoun (Keith23) |
Name: Keith Calhoun Age: 47 Occupation: Technical Illustrator and Writer Where: Waynesville, NC Bikes: '99 X1 (Reactor Yellow, Vance & Hines, PM Wheels), Marin San Marino and Jamis Dragon Interests: Cycling! Both motorized and non (mtn. and road), Whitewater Canoeing, too much more to list.... I just got my Buell around Thanksgiving - I traded in my beloved Sportster but haven't regretted it for a moment. I was just tired of spending all my cash for chrome and endless customizing, and was riding it (or trying to) more like it was a sportbike, so I figured, why not get the real thing? The X1 is a blast to ride here in the mountains. Deal's Gap and the Parkway are at my back door. If any of you fellow Buellers are down in my area, drop me a note and I'll come ride with ya! | ||
| Daryl Hutchins (Hutch) |
Daryl Hutchins age 38 ride Black 98 S3 live in sunny socal like to drag ride and travel on buells email dhutc25217@aol.com. | ||
| duke_hooligan |
Gene Maple age 44 ride-96 KTM 620 Duke Live in Phoenix AZ Looking to buy a S2 T-Bolt someday Love this Bd. I feel akin to Buellers as they ride unique machinery. Been riding 30 years, can still ride a mean wheely on the old Duke. | ||
| Matt |
Matt Maestas Age 23 Ride: 1998 S-1 twin tail Lightning. Black with nuclear blue frame and wheels. Race exhaust, race air cleaner, rejetted and new graphics in the paint. (checkered flag that peels away from front to back.) 5800 miles on it, normally ride on weekends to the mountains of North GA. Live in: Georgia, south part, 35 minutes north of Tallahassee Fl. Looking to: Graduate College before i buy anything else. | ||
| Timo |
Timo Wernars Age 4 days on January 28 2000. occupation sleeping in my bed. Bike's daddy is gonna buy me a Blast when i'm 18. | ||
| Timo |
Timo Wernars Age 4 days on January 28 2000. Born in Amersfoort(the Netherlands) occupation sleeping in my bed. Bike's daddy is gonna buy me a Blast when i'm 18. | ||
| Mike H. |
Name: Mike Hahne Age: 35 Home: LaSalle, Illinois Bike(s): '96 S1, Ducati 907ie, Honda CBX Occupation: Government Weenie at National Lab. Mods to Buell: Bodywork(AirTech), T-Storm top-end, PM wheels, Graves clip-ons, Race Kit. My Homepage with picture!  | ||
| Chris Burke (Bavarianbuell) |
Bikes: '98 S1W with 69 miles '99 Dyna Wide Glide 220 miles '95 Dyna Super Glide 19,000 miles '96 SS Impala with mods 26,000 miles Two road, one time trial, one cyclo-cross, two mountain and one track (bicycles) Mods to the Buell: Ignition by MC power Arc (CDR) My brother-in-law owns the company. Hi Scott and Gary! Single fire coil Ignition switch I moved to the handlebars Ported/matched/polished intake manifold Thunderslide kit West Tech frame brace Hand-made rear license plate bracket Cut off original carbon fiber license plate bracket Bar-end mirrors from bicycle parts Vance n' Hines muffler Jet-Hot Coated exhaust Racewinder intake Banke shifter Banke oil filler cap My own custom paint job  Location: Kaiserslautern, Germany Home: Des Moines, Iowa Job: Single. 38 year old Aircraft Mechanic, USAF Father of 2, one of which resides with me 17 years old Side interests: Play Bass, Guitar, Drums, and Keyboard at different times in two bands. Race Mountain and road bikes as Category I US and "B" Klasse in Germany. Current European military Road and Mountain bike champion. Hey, Im single. I have a rack I made for my Dyna Wide glide that can carry my bike to races so I can really see the countryside. Gets a lot of looks. | ||
| Chris Burke (Bavarianbuell) |
Bikes: '98 S1W with 69 miles '99 Dyna Wide Glide 220 miles '95 Dyna Super Glide 19,000 miles '96 SS Impala with mods 26,000 miles Two road, one time trial, one cyclo-cross, two mountain and one track (bicycles) Mods to the Buell: Ignition by MC power Arc (CDR) My brother-in-law owns the company. Hi Scott and Gary! Single fire coil Ignition switch I moved to the handlebars Ported/matched/polished intake manifold Thunderslide kit West Tech frame brace Hand-made rear license plate bracket Cut off original carbon fiber license plate bracket Bar-end mirrors from bicycle parts Vance n' Hines muffler Jet-Hot Coated exhaust Racewinder intake Banke shifter Banke oil filler cap My own custom paint job  Location: Kaiserslautern, Germany Home: Des Moines, Iowa Job: Single. 38 year old Aircraft Mechanic, USAF Father of 2, one of which resides with me 17 years old Side interests: Play Bass, Guitar, Drums, and Keyboard at different times in two bands. Race Mountain and road bikes as Category I US and "B" Klasse in Germany. Current European military Road and Mountain bike champion. Hey, Im single. I have a rack I made for my Dyna Wide glide that can carry my bike to races so I can really see the countryside. Gets a lot of looks.  | ||
| Charlie |
Charlie Russell Age 39 Occupation:CNC Machinist Married & 2 Daughters Currently ride a 99 X-1 Race Stripe,Previously owned a 97 S-1.I wish I could have kept both bikes I started riding bikes again after a 18 year absence.Buell,s got me hooked.I am looking to ride with any other Buell riders in the western New York &north western Pennsylvania region.My favorite area to ride is the Alleghany National Forest region | ||
| Lance Elford |
Lance Elford Grande Prairie, AB Canada Age: 29 Occupation: Engineering Technologist Was married, ex always comes back for rides on the Buell Current Bike: Reactor yellow '99 X-1 Modifications: Vance and Hines pipe, Race Series airbox upgrade, race series ecm, tank bra Wow, the race pack sure woke my bike up...I thought it had power before...look out Jap bikes Im coming this summer, gunning for ya. The city I'm in is about 35,000 people. I own the only X-1 in town and boy do i get the looks. Not many people here have even heard of a Buell let alone seen one. i always attract a crowd where ever I stop. The only thing I would trade my Buell in for is a newer one | ||
| Al (S3tbueller) |
Al Welsh Occupation: Sales for New Buell Dealership. Was Parts Mgr. For 11 Yrs. at another Dealer. Age: 36 Married with Two Daughters and have Three other children with X. Current Bike: S3T Spark Red with Custom Paint. Mods: Race Air Cleaner,Race Ignition Module,V&H SS2R Alum. Muffler,Jet Hot Coated Header and Stock CV Carb Modified. Can be reached at ACHARLEY.COM KEEP BUELLIN HAVE FUN S3TBUELLER. | ||
| Peter McIntosh (Buellnz) |
Name: Peter McIntosh Home: Taupo, New Zealand Buell: 1995 S2 Thunderbolt (black sapphire) - bought new in February, 1995 after seeing a 2 page spread in an English bike magazine. I've ridden the latest Buells and still can't find a reason to change my S2 - it never fails to please me as we ride New Zealand's wonderful roads. My bike is all original and carries the number plate 'BUELL' The number of Buells is increasing in NZ and we have formed a loosely based club called "Buell Riders (NZ)" I've been riding for just over 30 years and have ridden British, Japanese, German and American - but I think I'll be on the Buell for a long time yet!! | ||
| Bill (Wwwdotme) |
OK so THIS is the best site i have found on the ne.. I have a 97 M2 i bought one year ago new. I now have 9,000 miles on it. I have been readin the post for 2 days now can';t to get it all read. Other than choppin the tail down,a 99 fuel tank (that is still primer),and a tach kit, it is still OHHHHH YA almost forgot the AREO CHARGER WOOOHOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!i LOVE MY BUELL..... I work at a harley,buell,and honda dealersship also. if your lookin for new parts drop me a line see what i can do for ya!! later Bill | ||
| Sal Trentanelli |
NAME: Sal Trentanelli HOME: Corning, NY (Upstate) OCCUPATION: Police Officer/Supervisor AGE: 35, Married w/ 4 sons BIKES: 99 X1 Race Stripe w/race kit 1700mi 99 Wide Glide w/minor mods 4000mi (Got the Harley in March, Buell in August) Fifth Harley and first Buell. Have to say I'd give the Harley up before the Buell. | ||
| ZENX1 |
Name: Tom Josef Callison Home: Clackamas, Oregon Age: 42 Job: Master Craftsman Fans: Michele(wife), Page(daughter), Matthew(son) Bike: 1999 X1 Snap Red Mods: Corbin Gunfighter and Lady, Daytona ECM Thoughts: Have been riding for 27 years and have finaly found somthing that I like. Would have been to slow when I was younger but when it runs seems to fit the bill. This is a long term project bike. It will recieve a variety of modifications. Now am researching the best combinations available. Too cheap to experiment. Every one in the family has a bike! Am currently working with the local Buell Dealership to start up a B.R.A.G. chapter here in the northern Willamette valley. Send a note if you are interested in joining. | ||
| Alan Zetelski (Travler) |
Al Zetelski Brandenburg Ky Bike 98 M2 Occupation: Test Pilot, former Bike Shop Owner Mechanic, A&P License My Bike Red 98 M2, Vance & Hines Muffler, Home Made Airbox using Screaming Eagle Sportster Air Cleaner Kit as a basis. Stock CV carb rejetted. Love the bike Handles like magic, and has been very reliable | ||
| Scott Berry |
Hello, Just purchased a 97 M2 Two months ago. I've been having a ball with the bike up untill last week. Noise coming from the primary cover I think. I was trying to find out what was making this noise(primary Chain I think.) and noticed a small gasket leak. Went to local dealer (No pointing Fingers by me) Asked for all the gaskets that the repair book said to replace. Went home and followed the instructions all the way and went riding. Everything seemed OK. Went for another ride two days later, and the Oil Seal around the shifting rod. (This Is what I call it because I don't have my book with me at work for the correct name.) The Oil seal is leaking really bad. Call the Dealer and asked if they had the Oil seal in stock. (yes they Do). I was told this didn't need to be replaced the first time by the parts Guy. (have no name). The guy on the phone states no one would ever tell you not to replace a Oil Seal. Well the work was done again by me after getting myself all new gaskets, and the oil seal. Everything is fine when I start the bike that damm noise is back. It was gone after the lst change of the primary gasket. Well Up untill the time I started leaking primary Fluid. I did notice one thing. This shifting rod in the middle of the primary cover moves around when the cover is off. Is this ok?? I would think not but have never worked on HD Motors before. Well I get the primary cover back on and finish adjusting the clutch cable, then make one last check jump on the bike release the Clutch, and snap the clutch cable brakes. (Damm) Purchase new Clutch cable install after being told we've never seen a cable brake like that before. The "NUT" at the primary cover snaped in two. The Cable was the OEM part and looked kind of sad so I wasn't all that pissed. It's a used Bike, and I was thinking of replacing the cable becasue it was hard to pull at the bars anyway. Well the work is completed and I still here the noise, but after the bike warms up it seems to go away. I've ajusted the primary chain per the book. I'm really afraid to over due the adjustment. Two things the adjustment shoe looks brand new. I compared it to a new ahoe at the dealer. I also checked the level of fluid that came out of the primary to make sure I wasn't gettin staright Oil from a main case leak of some sort. Just seems to be primary Fluid in the case which is a good sign. Bike was losing some power.(alittle more trottle to get the wheel up of the ground. May have been the bad clutch cabel. (we Will See). It's going to rain for the next two days in New England(MASS). so no more test rides. Any Comments or answers to questions would be of great help. Thanks alot, Scott Berry 97 M2 Cyclone. | ||
| Scott Berry |
Hi Again, I thought Maybe I should give Some of My Back ground to the group. I've been riding motorcycles since I was 16 yrs old. I've owned a Sportster back in 1986 which was take without myself knowing. Then I went Kawasaki for a couple of years, Then Yamaha (FZR).. Loved that bike and only sold it last summer. I've also owned a couple Hondas, VFR, F2,Shadow... Always wanted a Ducati. The Buell ended that want really fast. I saw Bubba make a jump and do tricks on a Buell at HD/of Boston. That was it I been wanting a Buell from that Moment on. I've worked for a total of 4 to five years selling bikes in San Diego, and here in Boston at GBM. This was always a Part time thing for me. I've raced Standup Jetskis for fun for a couple of years in NJ. I still have two Skis and ride every Summer. I Always Do may Own work on the Skis and have rebuilt more ski motors than I care To remember. I'm into the Down hill Mounting Biking thing and Have Broken More frames then Klein and, GT care to Replace. I love the Extreme but have really slowed down this last year. Trying to stay out of the Hospital. I'm really happy with my 97 M2 And I'm Fully aware that these bike need some "TLC" to keep them running. The Feeling I get Everytime someone points at me or comes up to me, and Just starts asking what the hell is that just makes me smile that stupid can't get it off my face smile. I also love blowing the doors off my buds at the Lights. Hate the Fact that their(JAP) Bikes always get me on the top end but those days of 100 mph + Are over for me at 90 MPH I start Backing out of the trottle. Well Just letting you in on who I'am. Later, Scott Berry | ||
| michaelwilliamsurber |
Michael William Surber age - 28 Bike - 2000 - X-1 Single/work for Johns Manville in Indiana (Richmond) Mods - Dry Nitrous 20 oz. Re-mapped fuel curve - Drag Holeshot pipe. I always had Honda and Ducatti crotch rockets - but I fell in love when I test rode a Buell a few years back. What is surprising is the ••••-poor attitude I am catching from a lot of the guys I used to ride with - esp. the Duck riders... Maybe they are just jealous. anyway - see you around the Hoosier State. - michael latanea@juno.com | ||
| Paul Nece |
Paul Neice Age 20 Single w/daughter Current Bike: 97 M2 Cyclone Mods: Custom Paint (orange w/white race stripe) X1 Chinfairing, Force Sidewinder Intake ,Vance & Hines Muffler, Stainless Header,Bar-End Mirrors,99 Handlebars, Dyno Jet-Kit,X1 Turn Signals, Tach Kit, Pirelli Dragons, 3D Lgos on Tank/Windscreen, Banke Shifter, Buell Pro Pegs, Tank Bra, 7500 Miles. Hobbies: Playing Drums, Guitar, and Riding!! Live in Terre Haute, IN (sucks) Buells Kick •••, I can't wait to get a X1!!! | ||
| Fred X1 |
Frederick San Jose, CA Age: 50ish Occupation: Senior graphic designer, illustrator, agency owner. Bike: '00 X1 Blackish Mods: Polished stock wheels, all Banke gear, V&H SSR2, race ECM, bra, RKA bags fore and aft. Picked up from Santa Cruz Buell...great dealer. My first Buell after briefly enduring a Sportster/S and 20 years of offroad big singles. Here's to a long love affair. *30* | ||
| cascott |
Carol Scott, Riverside, California '99 X1 (color I call pewter). No mods. Too busy riding it. I average 100 miles daily, not counting long trips, and have loved every mile. Got into riding by "accident" with a wrecked '71 XLCH. Rebuilt that then bought hubby a customized '95 Sporty. Too many Sportster Knee incidents put a stop to riding the XLCH. My husband told me not to ride his bike, so I figured "F.U. I'll get a better one." So I did! Work: Property manager (commercial/retail) Family: 39, married, 2 sons (11 year old is mad at me because I refused to buy him a Blast). Hobbies: Riding, fishing, playing my saxes Other Bikes: '71 XLCH, '95 XL, 2 Hodakas, '6? Suzuki, 2 Honda 750-Four choppers, KTM 490, Yamaha 495 IT, Honda ATC, seems like there's more but I can't remember them. Cars: Saab, Jeep, 2 Sunbeam Alpine SVs, Comet, Sunbeam Rapier I. Anybody wanna buy a...... | ||
| chevydan1 |
Daniel Dunn, El Paso, TX 99S3, Nuclear Yellow, Mods include: Vance&Hines pipe, Force Racewider CF Air Cleaner and Race ECM. Also have a Corbin seat. Got into Buells Aug 99 after the dealer convinced me to take a test ride. That was it, had to have one that day! Work: US Army for 15 years. 5 to go!! Family: married for 6 months and 2 very spoiled dogs(boxers) Hobbies: Bikes and Musclecars(more bikes now!!) Other info: Grew up in Milwaukee, WI. Parents still live 2 miles down the road from Hal's HD | ||
| Thad Groghan (Tgroghan) |
Thad Groghan Age:21, single Student @ UMCP, mechanical engineering Working @ NASA/GSFC under Parsons contract Motorcycle: 1995 Buell S2 Thunderbolt, PM rims, plus other mods. Traveled 7 plus hours to get the bike from NC. Home: Hyattsville,Maryland Webpage:http://www.geocities.com/tgroghan/buell.html Other bikes I've owned: 1993 Yamaha FZR600 (highly modified) 1986 Kawasaki ZX600 Ninja 1982 Yamaha XJ550J Maxim Soon to have: 1999 Honda Fourtrax TRX400EX, 4-wheeler | ||
| Anonymous |
Welcome aboard Thad, but I thought the legal requirement for owning and riding a Buell was a minimum age of late twenties, grey hairs popping up, and an ever-increasing wiastline. I wished I had started with Buell at 21, but that was 1987. At least my wife is 5'11", 126lbs and looks great. I, am another story... | ||
| PaulN |
Hey Anon! I got my Buell when I was 19. The virius hit me and I found the cure!!! Paul 97M2 | ||
| Dan Land (Danno) |
Dan Land 23 and single 99 M2 Carbon Black Bought it last month w/5,000 on it and cant stop riding it. Looking to modify but am still asking about the most liked combo's Thunderslide kit seams to be a must but still looking for air and pipes previous bikes 1978 CB 750 1978 GS 750 1977 Yamaha 750 1988 sportster 1200 the Buells a combo of the old style Euro bikes with the power and rumble of a new harley with a fire up its a$$. Gotta love it. Down side. It's a touch small in the leg room with me standing at 6'4" but cured by utalizing the passenger pegs on longer rides | ||
| usroute66 |
R. Scott Page Santa Monica, CA 40 and single Y2K S3T Amazon Green, deep bags. Drove it home today from Glendale HD-Buell. Great people. Thanks to this board, I was able to ask some educated questions, like, "where are the isolators located?" Well, I had to drive it home to Santa Monica in rush hour traffic, on surface streets. I think all of LA will be like Manhattan soon. What a bike! Oh if only I could open her up. I can not believe when I look down and I am doing 55 in 4th gear at about 3000 rpms. No wonder U guys get tickets! How can you not help it!? Also have a 1995 Suzuki Intruder 800 (yawn). Buell threw in $750 worth of Buell stuff. I loaded her up with a tank bra, tank bag, two pairs of Buell gloves, one which has carbon fiber accents, slim bag covers, a bag over the rear seat, touch up paint, a shirt, a disk brake lock...I used up all of that $750 to the max! | ||
| JUGGER |
R. JOE YENIK (JUGGER) CATASAUQUA PENNA. 48 YEARS YOUNG , MARRIED 28 YEARS 3 KIDS U.S. ARMY VET , CREWCHIEF OV-1 MOWHAWK PROJECT MANAGER ,SPECIAL HAZARDS FIRE PROTECTION HOBBIES WOODWORKING ,REMODELING , FAST BIKES BIKES= 65 XLCH (MAGNETO BLUES) BUELL 99S3T BIKE I REGRETTED SELLING THE MOST , 77 XLCR. RECENTLY COMPLETED 6137 MILE GET TO KNOW MY BUELL RIDE FROM SEATTLE TO PENNA. COVERED 19 STATES IN 11 DAYS. WOULD I DO IT AGAIN ? IN A NEW YORK MINUTE ! BEST ROADS IN THE USA. HIGHWAY 101 FROM OREGON TO SAN FRANCISCO. WORST ROADS IN THE USA. INTERSTATE 10 ENTERING AND LEAVING LOUISIANA AND THE ENTIRE STATE OF PENNA.(JUST MY OPINION) THANKS. | ||
| Mitch Rice (Mitch) |
Name: Mitch Rice Location: Kansas City Bike: 97 S1 lightning Mods: V&H pipe, hypercharger airbox, michelin pilot sport tires, and corbin seat. Give me a ring at (816)-741-4133 or email me at mrice@kc.rr.com if you want to ride and live in the KC area! | ||
| Sean Pepper (Rocketman) |
Rocket in England. I own the coolest looking S1W Lightning in the whole of the country............. Unless you know different ? Eat your hearts out !!!!! | ||
| Sean Pepper (Rocketman) |
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| Koen van der Linden (Grizz) |
You're right Grizzly "may the BUELL be with you" '00 X1 | ||
| Dan Land (Danno) |
Does anyone that owns a Buell live in Connecticut? In the two months that I've owned the bike and the many years before of looking to see one on the road leads me to believe that I am the only Buell owner with a Ct address. If anyone is in this state, or would ever be in this hellish place and feels like riding w/ a fello Bueller, PLEASE contact me. I'm envious of you who have other Buells to ride next to. The only time I've ever seen what one looks like going down the street is when I let my friends ride it. Danno in boring old Redding Ct. | ||
| mikej (Mikej) |
Danno, try posting your message in the general section, and maybe one of the regional storm fronts covering the New England region. The NY/NJ/NewEngland gets more messages, but someone started a Northern New England section back in September. Northern New England NY-New England-Pa-NJ There are several people on the site here from CT. mikej (nowhere near CT) | ||
| X1/RS (Kirk) |
Danno, There are a few of us lurking around the hills and backroads of CT. I'll send you an e-mail and let you know our plans for this weekend if you're interested in getting together for a ride. Kirk | ||
| LeeAW (Leeaw) |
Danno, If I remember correctly, Redding is near Ridgefield? I am about 13 miles from Ridgefield, in Bedford Hills, NY. I am in that area a fair amount. There are only 3 other Buell's I have seen in my area. I am always looking for a counterpart. Lee 99 M2 | ||
| buellcc |
Ritch in Elgin. Thank God I finally found a place to talk about Buell's with people who actually ride them. Getting tired of asking for advice on speed from H-D riders all the time. Don't get me wrong love um but the aren't exactly built for speed. I've got a '97 M2 blue with force air, .048 jet, metzlers, S1 WL handle bars, arlen ness shifter peg, aftermarket pegs, grips, snd bags. soon to be corbin seat after Stugis 14,000 miles and still running great. | ||
| Mike Reynolds |
name: Mike Reynolds occupation: semi-retired realestate investor bike: 1997 S1 number 003 this bike was HOT BIKE magazine's long-term test mule that I acquired when I worked there as tech. editor. mods: the motor breathes fire! built in Bartel's race shop, wiseco 3-3/4 slipper flat top pistons, American Air Cooled cylinders, white lightning heads ported and flowed with over-size Manely valves and Patrick Racing springs, Zippers cams, Jims big axile lifters Zippers pro flow pump with auxilery return line, Mikuni HSR 45, Force air cleaner with XR 750 (huge) K&N filter, KT race exhaust, Zippers back cut race tranny, Barnet clutch. and more....last time on the Dyno it produced 110 horsepower and a nearly flat torque curve peaking at 105lbs/ft. this is a killer motor that runs on premium fuel and is very street happy has been known to give me 5th gear wheelies! (under the right conditions) | ||
| Rocketman |
Mike, post some pics, please, please ! That S1 sounds awesome. I'd love to have a ride on that. Seeing as you've worked on a magazine, how come you've only just landed here on the board ? Welcome..... Rocket in England who is a sucker for anything S1 Lightning | ||
| Sami Partanen |
Name: Sami Partanen Location: Helsinki, Finland Bike: X1 -99 Viper Edition Mods: Vance & Hines muffler, fixed the flaws in the wiring (too short/missing wire covers, protection grease to the connectors -no more problems on a heavy rain...) A very nice enduro bike, perfect for dirt roads (also nice for winding tarmac and racing circuit, but that's more boring);-) | ||
| Dave Burton |
Marital: Single kind a guy!!! Age: 27 Occupation: Tow-truck driver/college student Location: Burke, VA Bike: 98 S1 Molten Orange/Nuclear Blue Mods: Chrome bits, bar ends, carbon fiber bits, Pro Race Cleaner (thinking of changing over to Kuryakyn), V&H pipe, Banke shift and brake lever, Corbin Seat, billet pegs, and on and on. Tat at ASB loves me to death! I plan on adding a few more cosmetic things, then maybe the motor. It is already more than enough for me. I fell in love with Buells in 94 I think. I saved some money and went to Waugh's in Orange, VA. I love this bike and I ride everywhere. I have 10,500 miles on it and plan for more. I rode it to Asheville, NC last summer and had a blast. I still can't figure out how I made it. Anyone interested in short or long trips in the Northern Virginia area please email me. Sunday is the day I attend the church of the two-wheeler!! Shiny side up......... | ||
| Matt M. |
Name: Matt Maestas Location: South Georgia Ocupation: College Student Bike: 98 S-1 (W) Twin Tail, Black with Nuked Frame and wheels. Polished Header, Carbon Race Cleaner with K&N filter, Gutted Exhaust (Soon to have Super Trap), Rejetted, Napolean Bar End Mirrors, Carbon Gas Cap, Carbon Dash, Carbon Turn Signals, Carbon Lower Belt Gaurd, Cut Rear End, Carbon Fenders, Polished Front Pulley, Bra and Gel Race Grips and Race Style Pegs. Love the Buell and will keep it FOREVER!! Problems: None, just cant ride everyday :( Later, Matt M. | ||
| H-man |
'00 M2 - Black 41, Divorced, 2 kids Mods: bar-end mirrors, Force "Big Daddy" aircleaner & replaced headlight housing and switched to the super beam halogen bulb. Loc: Royal Oak, MI Interests: Turkey & duck hunting; the outdoors. This is my first bike and I'm a first time rider (completed MSF course in 7/99). I've been wanting to ride for years, but.... In the last 2 yrs I've gone whitewater rafting, plummeted from a plane and rode my Buell. The Buell's definitely up there among total rushes. | ||
| bruce mcdugald (Dogman) |
98 S-3 SILVER 39 MARRIED, 5 DOGS AND NO KIDS U. S. NAVY: 19 YEARS LIKES: CAMPING, FISHING, AND RIDING MEMBER OF: CMA, AMA, HOG, BRAG LOVE THE BIKE. TRYING TO MAKE IT BETTER. HAVE BORLA EXHAUST, CORBIN SEAT, 45 LOW SPEED JET, VENTURA BACK RACK, AND BUELL TANK BAG. BEEN RIDING SINCE I WAS 16. THIS IS MY FIRST BUELL AND I GOT 7000 MILES. READ ALL THE STUFF ABOUT OILS HERE BUT USE MOBIL-1 V-TWIN. | ||
| KENNY HAUNGS |
NAME KEN HAUNGS LOCATION WILDWOOD NJ BIKE : 1999 X-1 RACE STRIPE V&H ALUMINUM PIPE,POLISHED TAIL SECTION,TANK BRA PM WHEELS,CARBON FIBER FENDER,BAREND MIRRORS, CHROME BELT PULLEY K&N FILTER KIT. LOOKING FOR A NICE REAR LICENSE ELIMINATOR KIT WILL POLISH SWINGARM THIS WINTER.... | ||
| buellie dan |
NAME: DANIEL DUNN LOCATION: EL PASO, TX OCCUPATION: US ARMY(ENLISTED) FOR 15 YEARS BIKES: 99S3T REACTOR YELLOW 00X1 SNAP RED 91 SUZUKI RM250 MARITAL STATUS: MARRIED, NO CHILDREN 2 VERY SPOILED DOGS! HOMETOWN: NEW BERLIN, WI | ||
| Sean Fitzgerald (Fitz) |
NAME: Sean "Fitz" Fitzgerald LOCATION: Germany OCCUPATION: US ARMY (Enlisted) BIKE: '99 M2 Red Snap (No mods, yet. 4 year warranty, afraid to void it... for now.) MARITAL STATUS: Married (No Children) HOMETOWN: Connelly, NY (You won't find it on a map. It's right outside of Kingston, NY, about 90 miles N of NYC, 50 miles S of Albany.) | ||
| Tony DeRossett (Tonyinvabeach) |
Name: Tony DeRossett Location: Virginia Beach VA Occupation: U.S. Navy (15 years) Bike: 2000 M2 Cyclone Marital Status: Married with two boys Hometown: Lexington KY I commute year round about 55 miles a day to and from work. I'm looking forward to getting all the information on mods and tuning. | ||
| Adelia Lombardo |
Well, unless I missed something I am the first girlie biker here. I am new to riding and have a terrific, red Buell Blast. I would be on it 24/7 if I could. I am an ex-Navy nurse and currently work for the VA as a ratings specialist. I am really interested in meeting other Buell owners, but currently ride with a sport group out of Oceanside, CA. Everywhere I go people come over to see my bike. It is a novelty, but not for long I am sure since it is too cool. | ||
| DAve (Dave_2) |
You're right, there's been very few "lady Buellers" Adelia but welcome and Hello from the St Louis area. People here are #1! Look forward to hearing from ya. (Todd will ask ya to post pictures hahahaha) DAve | ||
| todd |
dave, ya got that right!! lol adelia, post some pics of yourself! | ||
| Adelia Lombardo |
Todd, if you want a picture, you gotta e-mail me and I'll send you one. | ||
| Court Canfield |
Adelia: Good news....I've been around Buell for years and shemale rides have always been well represented. Ms. Lorraine Sturgis, a regular with the Palomar Assault Group, helped me move the very first Buell S-1 to various locations in CA. I rode it in Anaheim one weekend, she rode it to Alice's Restaurant and met me at the ariport for the following weekend. You may have recently seen here there on her RC-51. You, I am sure, are well aware that a "guy" wouyld be foolhearty to mix it one with one of the Ortega Hwy gals in the twisties. Allison Shaw, from Atlanta, organized what is arguably the first Buell owners group (in the "new" Buell Motorcycel Company) and rode her red S-2 a great deal untle the first kidlet arrived. Currently Leslie Prevish, a Buell M-2 rider from Ohio who was bitten by the bug, serves as the Grand Exalted Queen of all B.R.A.G. activites. Do not miss these! There have been some neat magazine articles about woman on Buells. In my own tales of Buell riding I have asked, time and time again, for someone to give me one reason a woman should not be able to do anything a guy can do on a bike. I've met a tad over 3,000 Buell owners and the only bad news I can give you is that most the guys, except me, are idiots. I stand alone as the keenly honed picture of manhood in a group of weasly wimps......beleive that ? Seriously . . . welcome to the world of Buell. Long on the forefront of Title VII! Court Canfield P.S. - One of the KEY Elves in the history of Buell is also a part-time fashion model.......She's been working with Erik for nigh on 14 years now. | ||
| Adelia Lombardo |
Thanks Court for the great female history. I am just getting started, but hope to be one of the greats in the future. Does anyone know of a group in San Diego? I have been trying dealerships and do belong to BRAG, but have not found any locals to ride with. | ||
| Richard Castaneda (Ricky) |
Rick Castaneda Age 47 Quality Technician Earlier bikes: '95 S2, '99 M2 (and many, many HD's) Current: '99 S3 I finally found a "good" one! Home town: Auburn, WA | ||
| jc (Troop) |
JC Stoughton,Wi(near Madison) Age: 42 Police Officer Married , 2 kids(18/11), 2 Gr8 Danes Earlier Rides: CT70,XL250,MX360,TS250,CB750F,GPZ550,GPZ750,ZX10 & XLR650 Current Ride: Y2K M2 Cyclone(Reactor Yellow) Mods: Shortened rear fender(only had the bike 1 week).Plan on exhaust/air cleaner/jetting/ignition modulator. I went 12 yrs without a bike and now it's time again. My first "American" bike and it's GREAT !! | ||
| Brian K. Lehman (Bkripper69) |
I bought my '98S1W new @ Victorville H/D SoCal, because they no longer sold Triumphs. I wanted something unique but fun-ctional. The experience hasn't been the greatest as the thing has chewed up a couple of motors and I'm on my 3rd or 4th top end in one year on motor #2. I think I've finally got the bugger figured out; so, hopefully by early Oct. I'll be back on the road. If there's anything I've learned about this motor combo, is leave it alone. Honestly, there's not that much more to gain by Modifing it. My gains will be good but not worth the down time and the exspense lost to achieving what I will gain. But here it goes: Andrews n8 cam, crane Hi-4 single fire ignition,zippers oil pump, pro series air filter set up,wiseco forged pistons,oil cooler,carb thudered jetted and bluprinted by rowell carberation, flywheels rods pistons balanced to 55%,Kt components exhaust, ferodo frontdisc and pads, pingel peacock,jims liftersand the list goes on. In a nut shell, great people, great handleing machine and a good company just be patient with it and be smart with it... Let's RIDE!!! | ||
| Brian K. Lehman (Bkripper69) |
I bought my '98S1W new @ Victorville H/D SoCal, because they no longer sold Triumphs. I wanted something unique but fun-ctional. The experience hasn't been the greatest as the thing has chewed up a couple of motors and I'm on my 3rd or 4th top end in one year on motor #2. I think I've finally got the bugger figured out; so, hopefully by early Oct. I'll be back on the road. If there's anything I've learned about this motor combo, is leave it alone. Honestly, there's not that much more to gain by Modifing it. My gains will be good but not worth the down time and the exspense lost to achieving what I will gain. But here it goes: Andrews n8 cam, crane Hi-4 single fire ignition,zippers oil pump, pro series air filter set up,wiseco forged pistons,oil cooler,carb thudered jetted and bluprinted by rowell carberation, flywheels rods pistons balanced to 55%,Kt components exhaust, ferodo frontdisc and pads, pingel peacock,jims liftersand the list goes on. In a nut shell, great people, great handleing machine and a good company just be patient with it and be smart with it... Let's RIDE!!! | ||
| Tom Asch (Thdrblt1) |
Tommy Asch Age:35 Facilites Manager for Holiday Inn Hotels,Clark,NJ Asst Chief Manchester Fire Dept. (Ocean County) Live: Pine Lake Park,Manchester Twp. 2000 S3 PM WHEELS,BLUE FRAME,BLACK. Traded in 1996 Kaw. Vulcan Classic,what a difference!!!Can't stop riding the Buell.... Need some riding buddies in the area. e-mail me at Red3201@Yahoo.com | ||
| paul beagan (Beags) |
paul beagan age 45 married w/ 3 beatifull girls live in Daytona fla and enjoy 2 bike weeks a year hehehe on my 2nd 96 S2T custom paint, t-heads, cams,mikuni carb,jet hot coat header w/super trapp pipe,27 front tooth, dunlops.anyone in cental fla want to hook up for a ride let me know.we are gearing up for Biketoboerfest. | ||
| Jason Jensen (Sajenx1) |
Jason Jensen Age:30 Home:Albert Lea,MN Occupation: Electrician Ride: 2000 X1, 1986 KLR250 Waiting and trying to decide what mods to make to the Lightning. Gotta squeeze all the time in the saddle I can before the white stuff comes. | ||
| Art Farrand (Artful) |
Art Farrand Age: 40 on 10-23-00 Married with 2 kids Been riding for 26 years, dirt first then street. I live in Tucson, AZ, ride year around! Always wanted a Harley but couldn't stand the cruisers, the Buell answered my prayers. About myself, I was born in Toledo, Ohio. Cataracts were discovered on both eyes at six weeks of age, many surgeries followed ending with the total loss of my right eye which is now prosthetic. After all this my parents NEVER treated me as disabled. I was encouraged to do whatever I could, if I failed it was "try again, try harder!" I even joined the Navy for a while {long story, another time} Discovered motorcycles at 14 and been in love ever since, dated my wife on one, she understands. The Buell is my dream machine, a 2000 S3, black. Currently no mods but it is INCREDIBLE as stock. 1600 miles so far, interstate cruise at 110mph easily, tops out somewhere over 125mph, haven't found out where yet, not enough long straights without cops. Wish list; V&H pipe Jagg oil cooler Hypercharger air filter Power Commander ECM Banke shifter and brake pedal, adjustable brake lever Bigger windscreen Brighter headlight with modulator Soft luggage with bags Anyone in the Tucson/Phoenix area e-mail me for weekend rides. Art@azstarnet.com | ||
| Bobby Keene (Gunpilot) |
Bobby Keene Age: 34 Occupation: Gunpilot (U.S. Army AH-64 Pilot) Home: Currently--Colorado Springs (who knows what uncle sam has in store for me next) Family: Hot wife, 2 kids, 2 cats, 1 dog Ride: 00 S-3, black/blue frame In a nutshell: Air Force 12 years then crossed over to the dark side (ARMY) but they gave me a pretty neat toy and pay me for it too. Just purchased an S-3 while I was rotting in Bosnia for 8 months from Oversea's Military Car sales. 9 fellow pilots bought Harley's but I had to be different and dont regret a bit of it. Been riding every chance I get before winter really hits C-Springs. Planning on doing a few Mods over the winter to prep the bike to take to Korea which I know is commming soon. | ||
| Bryan T Nill (Loki) |
where to start.... Last time I checked I was something like 34, no wife or kids,do have a couple of monsters(my kids) ala ferrets in the house. This is my first killer B (2k M2)I was sold on them way back in 97/98 when I test rode a White Lightning. Occupation wise? One of those guys who goes around putting new toys into DOD owned bigger toys. What is fun you ask? it was going real fast in a straight line, though now it is removing boot leather. Lean, baby lean! Things that are gonna happen to the bike? Don't ask, cause I won't tell ya. Otherwise I might half to make you disappear. Don't really want to do that to another Bueller. Currently residing in east central florida. Although I am a diehard and true VIKINGs fan. In short: A cheese lovin' puddle jumpin' mud duck on an extended vacation....(can anyone figure out where I am from?) | ||
| Dave McGowan (Holligandave) |
Brand new owner of a 2000 X1 Lighting and I'm loving every mile I ride it. My wife and kids tell me I'm going through that 40's something stage of life. Never knew a bike could be this fun, can't wait for that 50's something stage of life........ I'm the operations Director for a large hospital based ambulance service. No I don't wear a helmet even though I've seen my share of brain spilling crashes. Can't say enough good things about the staff at St. Paul HD. Never experienced such excellent customer service ANYWHERE! As Bryan above should know, the weather here in Minnesota is turning colder this time of year which means the X1 will be tucked away soon for the long winter. I'll be making mods this winter.....look out when it spring! | ||
| Randy Gebben (Rans3t) |
Just a note from a new subscriber. Have had a chance to ride for a few years (29)to be exact. I have always loved the American Iron I.E. Harley,Indian Etc.When I first saw the Buells come out around 88 or so I thought gee what a neat lookin bike. I had to have one. Family,Harley's,and kids not neccesarily in that order came first. I rode an X-1 in March of "99" I ordered an S3T in April "99" and the rest is history. Currently she has 24,000 on the clock a few minor mods Headwork,Taller shield,Throttlemeisters,a custom made catchcan venting trans,eng,together then vent to outside.She has a prototype rear shock on her from Buell with a different spring rate and valving, exc. for hauling around my 245 lb bulk. Racetech 1kg springs up front. Projection lights and several minor mods I can't seem to think of at this moment. Also she has a new Datona boss pipe on after the V&H blew its guts out after 21,000 miles of serious pressure at higher than legal speeds....:-). All in all I think your websight is kinda cool and just thought I would enjoy reading the bantering and general good humor about Bikes riding and fun on America's many fun and enjoyable roads. To you folks abroad Yes Germany was fun on a scoot in the 70's but I never had the oportunaty to travel to England. I wish I had, maybe sometime in the future. Please forgive the spelling errors I don't seem to have the time to look up every misspelled word these days I'm having too much fun riding. Later its a nice day here in Sunny Florida and the bike is calling. Bye |
