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Rubberdown
Posted on Monday, January 23, 2006 - 11:40 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)
Honey, call the bank.
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Whodom
Posted on Monday, January 23, 2006 - 11:40 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)
Suuuuwwwwweeeetttt!!!

We need photos!!!
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Rubberdown
Posted on Monday, January 23, 2006 - 11:41 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)
Is it chain driven? any pics?
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Road_thing
Posted on Monday, January 23, 2006 - 11:42 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)
On the Buell website:

BUELL INTRODUCES XBRR PRODUCTION RACING MOTORCYCLE

Race-use-only bike brings Buell full circle

EAST TROY, Wis. -- (Monday, January 23, 2006) Erik Buell and company come full circle with the introduction of the 2007 Buell XBRR, a limited-edition production racing motorcycle designed exclusively for closed course competition. A spiritual successor to Buell’s first motorcycle, the 1983 RW750, the XBRR is poised to change the face of privateer racing with a professional-level, race-ready, production-based platform featuring top-shelf racing technology and typical Buell innovation.

“The XBRR combines the current culmination of Buell’s leading edge chassis technology and Harley-Davidson’s air-cooled V-Twin powertrain development in a platform designed by and developed for dedicated racers,” said Erik Buell, Chairman and Chief Technical Officer, Buell Motorcycle Company.

For Erik Buell, the XBRR marks a return to his racing roots. As a successful privateer road racer early in his career, Buell eventually built his own race bikes for the AMA's then-premier Formula 1 class. The RW750 was a hand-built race bike, and it became the first official Buell motorcycle. Two were produced before the AMA discontinued the class after 1985. Buell then translated his race-bred design principles into a line of successful street bikes leading up to the current XB platform.

The Buell XBRR features a modified XB Thunderstorm 1339cc (103.6mm bore x 79.4mm stroke) air/oil-cooled V-Twin motor rated at 150-hp (measured at the crankshaft). The engine is fed by a dual-downdraft 62mm throttle-body electronic fuel injection system and a ram-air intake system integrated with a new wind-tunnel developed carbon fiber fairing.

The XBRR is the first production Buell since the 1988-89 RR1200 to feature a full fairing. Its lightweight carbon design integrates ducts for cooling of the engine and oil cooler. The fairing was extensively wind tunnel tested to improve aerodynamics and reduce drag.

The XBRR chassis is the revolutionary XB design with fuel-in-the-frame and oil-in-the-swingarm, modified with a billet axle adjustment system and chain-drive to allow gearing changes for different race tracks. Suspension travel is managed by fully adjustable Ohlins units, with 43mm front forks and a remote-reservoir rear shock.

A new ZTL2 (Zero Torsional Load) eight-piston front caliper grabs a standard XB front rotor providing outstanding braking performance, but with less weight than conventional designs. New XBRR six-spoke magnesium wheels weigh 33 percent less than standard XB wheels.

Instruments include tachometer, indicator lamps for shift, power on and low oil pressure. The XBRR features a unique Buell Racing paint scheme.

Buell XBRR features:

1339cc (81.7 cid) Thunderstorm Powertrain:

4.080 inch (103.6 mm) bore and 3.125 inch (79.4mm) stroke
12.5:1 compression ratio
Dual 62 mm down-draft fuel-injection throttle bodies
WAVE-analyzed header and mass-centralized muffler
150+ peak engine horsepower at 8000 rpm (per SAE J607)
100 ft. lbs. peak engine torque at 6500 rpm (per SAE J607)
Black 6-Spoke Cast Magnesium Racing wheels:

Front: 3.5 inch (88.9mm) x 17 inch (431.8mm) wheel with 120/70R-17 tire
Rear: 5.5 inch (139.7mm) x 17 inch (431.8mm) wheel with 190/55R-17 tire
Buell ZTL2reversed rotor front brake with eight-piston Nissin caliper
Ram Air system integrated with full racing fairing
Carbon fiber bodywork
43mm Ohlins adjustable front suspension with inverted forks
Ohlins fully-adjustable rear suspension with coil-over monoshock with remote reservoir
55-degree lean angle (hard contact)
30.5-inch (775 mm) seat height
21-degree rake and 3.4-inch (86 mm) trail
Cast-aluminum swingarm with billet axle adjustment system

Center position wheelbase 52.8 inches (1341 mm)
Range wheelbase 51.8 – 53.8 inches (1315 mm – 1367 mm)
Buell Racing paint scheme
To accommodate eligibility in a wide variety of racing classes, an engine modification kit will be available to help conform the XBRR to a wide range of class regulations.
Buell will produce 50 XBRR motorcycles with a short initial run in late February and the balance made in April. U.S. MSRP is $30,995.

It is illegal for anyone to ride this motorcycle on public roads. The Buell XBRR motorcycle does not meet NHTSA or EPA regulations for on road use. This motorcycle may only be used on closed courses. We reserve the right to discontinue models or change specifications at any time without incurring obligations. Vehicle and accessory specifications may vary from country to country depending on local laws. Some features and accessories are not available in certain countries. Be aware that many countries prohibit the importation, registration and/or use of vehicles and accessories not built to their countries specifications. Check with your local dealer for details.

Buell Motorcycle Company, a subsidiary of Harley-Davidson, Inc., produces sport motorcycles, motorcycle parts, accessories and apparel. To learn more about Buell motorcycles, visit your local Buell dealer today and experience the pure streetfighter attitude, style and performance only found on board a Buell. Pull into www.buell.com for the Buell dealer nearest you.
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Rubberdown
Posted on Monday, January 23, 2006 - 11:42 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)
55 degree lean angle...
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Jscott
Posted on Monday, January 23, 2006 - 11:42 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)
Not going to win any beauty contest, but who cares we gotta a Daytona 200 contender!!! With that low airbox, our racers are gonna be able to tuck for fantastic aerodynamics. Great year for Buell racing!! Awesome year for Buell racing!!! Any infor on the teams yet?
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Tripper
Posted on Monday, January 23, 2006 - 11:43 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)
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Buell will produce 50 XBRR motorcycles with a short initial run in late February and the balance made in April. U.S. MSRP is $30,995.

It is illegal for anyone to ride this motorcycle on public roads. The Buell XBRR motorcycle does not meet NHTSA or EPA regulations for on road use. This motorcycle may only be used on closed courses.


Who's got a picture?
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Jscott
Posted on Monday, January 23, 2006 - 11:44 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)
I take the ugly comments back, it's already growing on me!!
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Kcfirebolt
Posted on Monday, January 23, 2006 - 11:44 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)
It's beautiful!
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Tpoppa
Posted on Monday, January 23, 2006 - 11:45 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)
IT WILL BE INTERESTING TO SEE WHICH XBRR, GO FAST PARTS WILL BE ABLE TO BE BOLTED ON THE XB9 OR XB12.
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Rubberdown
Posted on Monday, January 23, 2006 - 11:46 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)
I see the pics now. Thank you Erik and all at Buell!
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Whodom
Posted on Monday, January 23, 2006 - 11:47 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)
AHA! Pics here:

http://www.buell.com/en_us/mania/racing/xbrr.asp
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Jscott
Posted on Monday, January 23, 2006 - 11:54 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)
Is pic 12 of Higbees hand?
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Court
Posted on Monday, January 23, 2006 - 11:55 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)
Texas A&M . . . how come our Elfvestigators in Texas missed this? . . right under their noses!
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99buellx1
Posted on Monday, January 23, 2006 - 12:01 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)
xbr
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Charlieboy6649
Posted on Monday, January 23, 2006 - 12:02 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)
GO BUELL!!!!

Just what the DR. ordered. I love it! "Could this bike win the Daytona 200?" Cycle World posted the article a year too early lol!
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99buellx1
Posted on Monday, January 23, 2006 - 12:03 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)
xbrr2
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Rubberdown
Posted on Monday, January 23, 2006 - 12:05 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)
Did you see the exhaust....wicked head pipes!
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Whodom
Posted on Monday, January 23, 2006 - 12:06 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)
I suppose the next question will be how soon DaveS can get prices on the Ohlins suspension components, 8 piston caliper, racing header, dual throttlebody......
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Rubberdown
Posted on Monday, January 23, 2006 - 12:07 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)
Oh Jesus, I need a cigarette and I don't even smoke.
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Rarebird
Posted on Monday, January 23, 2006 - 12:07 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)
What? No downloadable desktop photos yet?
Man, that looks AWESOME!!!
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Steve_mackay
Posted on Monday, January 23, 2006 - 12:08 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)
I see in the pictures, Terry Galagan from Hals. Not real surprising he was involved.

The bike looks a lot like last years Hals Formula Xtreme bike. The 8 piston caliper, the Ram Air, etc...
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99buellx1
Posted on Monday, January 23, 2006 - 12:09 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)
xbrr3

xbrr4

xbrr5
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99buellx1
Posted on Monday, January 23, 2006 - 12:10 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)
xbrr6

xbrr7

xbrr8
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Jscott
Posted on Monday, January 23, 2006 - 12:11 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)
The bodywork is completely different. See how low the airbox is. Tuckzilla!! Any info on the race teams???
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Court
Posted on Monday, January 23, 2006 - 12:11 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)
And Buell, once again, puts SEX in the backs of Buell riders minds.

The XBRR is better than sex!
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José_quiñones
Posted on Monday, January 23, 2006 - 12:12 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)
Some things not yet noted:

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Engine Redline 8500 rpm



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WAVE-analyzed header and mass centralized muffler complying with 105-dB AMA noise rules



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clutch: Multi-plate, Wet (Back-torque-limiting In Development)



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Theoretical Speed In Gears At Redline
5th 154 mph



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POWER REDUCTION KIT To accommodate eligibility in a wide variety of racing classes, an engine modification kit will be available to conform the XBRR to a wide range of class regulations.



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Dry Weight 362 pounds



The AMA FX weight limit is 350 pounds wet, Honda's bikes are at right at 350 pounds.

(Message edited by josé_quiñones on January 23, 2006)
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Jscott
Posted on Monday, January 23, 2006 - 12:13 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)
Looks like it belongs on the MotoGP grid more than the AMA grid. That is a huge compliment!! McWilliams Ciccotto??
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José_quiñones
Posted on Monday, January 23, 2006 - 12:15 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)
Where's the oil pump? the cam cover area looks completely different.

(Message edited by josé_quiñones on January 23, 2006)
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José_quiñones
Posted on Monday, January 23, 2006 - 12:19 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)
Now we can all say, well, you know.....

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Combustion Chamber Design Bathtub/Hemi

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