New to the forums, unfortunately just a xb fanatic, not an owner.

[Joemargrave]

A few weeks back I basically knew nothing about buells but I ran into a guy riding a buell at the local marina. And I loved the Harley sound and the sleek street bike look. He had a buell xb12s lightning, I was just amazed by it and I fell in love( with the buell ofcourse..) we talked for a couple of hours and I learned a lot of stuff but I couldn't absorb all that wonderful information. So i went home and started obsessing about the buell that will someday be mine!
And that's basically how I ended up in here.
I'm still a newb because I don't know all of buell past and I'm not great with working on bikes but I'm super interested, and as soooon as I have the money I am going to buy a buell. For now I am riding a 1990 yamaha virago 250 route 66...

[Burton]

Welcome to the forum man, and the world of Buells! I am in the same boat. I do not have a Buell, I am simply a lover of the bike. I am also currently saving up money to get the bike I have been dreaming about. I just don't know when that will be.

For now, enjoy learning about the bikes, hearing other people's experiences, mods, ect. Be patient, the right Buell will come your way at the right time!

[Joemargrave]

Yeah man I'm really loving the forum I've skimmed through about 50 pages of this stuff just looking at the modded buell. I'm only 19 just got my first job.. So it's going to be awhile but god damnit I will own a buell sooner rather than later hopefully!

Also I am on my iPhone. Can I post pics from my phone cause I'd love to show everyone my bike and the buell that made me fall in love!

[Burton]

dude, we are like the same person. I am 21, and just finished school and started my first job a few weeks ago. I am in the exact same boat, dying to have one, but the money doesn't come in fast enough.

I am not sure how to post pics from an iPhone, as I have a blackberry. But i know that you can. i would love to see the pictures!

[Joemargrave]

Hahahah wow that's a cooincedince! Except I'm making minimum wage at the moment.. Hopefully we'll both be making more soon.. Or at least enough for a buell!

Well damn it, I'll try and get this figured out, either way I'll be able to post some pictures when I get home probably this weekend or something.

[thrstrmech]

welcome to the forum, I had to wait about 1 1/2 yrs before getting my Buell, thanks to Uncle Sam for sending me to the middle east...anyway, I had a DVD from Buell introducing the new line up back in 2004, so for the next year and a half all I could do was was the DVD over and over and over...have had my XB9S since the summer of '06 and still have a grin from ear to ear:D:D:D

[Burton]

I had a DVD from Buell introducing the new line up back in 2004

There isn't any chance you could burn me a copy and mail that to me could you?

Yeah, i am making a small salary with bonus, but school bills as well as life stuff seem to eat most of my money. All in good time..

[ChuckieE]

Welcome to our forums. Good luck on the hunt for your Buell.

[50dro]

Welcome to your new addiction! :D

[Joemargrave]

http://www.buellxb.com/buell_images/11365_20110923090150_L.jpg
This is what i am currently riding...
and thanks.. its going to be a long road for me on the way to purchasing a buell.
but it will be worth it!

[beaterbaja]

Welcome man, keep your eyes open on your local craigslist for a good deal. Ya might even offer your virago for a trade.

[Joemargrave]

thanks dude! yeah Ive only ever seen 2 different xb models on criagslist and both were over 5 grand.
I have no money at the moment but I'm definitely saving for a buell.
As for the trade virago for buell, the virago is in my dads name and he wouldnt let me do that, though it was a goood suggestion


http://www.buellxb.com/buell_images/11365_20110923095423_L.jpg
this is the buell i saw at the marina that made me fall in love with buells

[Loki]

Not to boast or anything. But i own a buell and they are awesome!

[Joemargrave]

well sir( or ma'am) youre a very lucky person!
post a picture of your bike! i'd love to see it.

[user_deleted]

joe: for what it's worth, i have the buell addiction myself as i've always loved sportsters and the sportster look and sound but buells are so much better. i presently have 3 and found them all sniping on craigslist. it's a great place to find good buells. just get one that hasn't been beaten into the ground and you'll have a real keeper.

[Joemargrave]

Wow! 3 Buells, that's amazing.
Yeah I'm definitely going to start saving now. I am still keeping my eyes open for anything in my area right now. Currently the only xb model in my immediate area on craigslist is a 2006 Ulysses 1200x for $6500 with 4300 miles on it.
I'd much rather have the scg or just the S
I've seen most people talking on here, if your over 6' tall you should get the Ss model but I just don't like how they look as much. I am 6'1 and I love the compact, small look of the scg models.

[gtp3800]

I wouldnt get an scg if I were you. My bike is an scg and im 5'8. Id say if I was any taller I would get the s model. Sometimes I feel like I am even too big for my bike. and im a small guy!

Where you located?

[chrispudd]

Hey Burton! You must want a Buell somethin' bad. You've only been on the forum for 2 months and have almost 500 posts! Way to contribute! ( I'm feelin bummed now, took me almost 5 years to post less than 260!) [smirk] Hope you get your Buell soon!!

[Joemargrave]

Yeah I was thinking the S would be more fit for me especially because I don't want to look like I'm on a pocket bike being 6'1!
But I am located in northen California, more specifically the bay area.

[Jesse T]

Hey Burton! You must want a Buell somethin' bad. You've only been on the forum for 2 months and have almost 500 posts! Way to contribute! ( I'm feelin bummed now, took me almost 5 years to post less than 260!) Hope you get your Buell soon!!

Its cause we've been out riding and the poor guy has too much time on his hands

:D


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[blacksmith]

Welcome to the forum. I've ridden various Harleys for the past twelve years and am just now looking to get a Buell. Keep saving and it will be worth it in the end! [up] It's cool that you have a bike to ride in the meantime though. :)

[gtp3800]

Yeah I was thinking the S would be more fit for me especially because I don't want to look like I'm on a pocket bike being 6'1!
But I am located in northen California, more specifically the bay area.

yea, I have seen alot of buells for sale cheap on the east cost, ny, boston, nj, etc. You should be able to find an 04 or 05 for less that 4k

[Joemargrave]

That's what I was shooting for, something around 3500 dollars. Even though that will take months to save.. I agree it'll be worth the wait!
It's just hard to be on here looking at all these amazing buells than going back to reality where I only ride a 250 :(

[MAGIC]

Wow guys! Joemrgrave, Burton I'm gonna tell you this. I use to live in Poland and made about $180 a month. One day I saw a Buell on TV. It was Lightning. I never heard of Buell before, I had no idea what it was but I wanted one, bad really bad. But my poor salary kept me in check... I never knew I will live in US. Now hear I am riding my XB whenever possible. The moral to the story is: never stop believing, dreams do come true.

Good luck guys, now your turn to make it happened.

Check my profile for bike's pix.

[gtp3800]

if your price range is around 3500 you should be able to find one no problem.

get a loan and do it now :D
jk

check out the thread of member bike pictures, there are some badass looking buells on this forum.

[nwing84]

Welcome to the forum...They are very addictive ...i just got another buell last weekend...picked up a 1125r

[Joemargrave]

That's great to hear MAGIC! I really am never going to stop believing until I have a buell in my possession!

Gtp: well I've been on criagslist daily for a few weeks and have only seen two xb's neither of which were the "S" or in the price range I wanted

I have been on the forum for quite awhile just looking and I've saved over 30 pictures of people awesome buells
I have a buell as my hone screen on my iPhone and on my lock screen. I just can get enough of them!

[gtp3800]

they are a serious addiction :D

[jakestolar]

like crack I have 2 for me

[Joemargrave]

Yes, it's official I'm addicted.. Hahaha

I just can't even imagine having one in my garage.. But when I do, I will know how hard I worked for it!

[airBuell]

I saw a pic of a buell for sale 4 months ago. Instant attraction. Came to this forum and a week later I found an 04 with low miles. Bought it. Love it. F n a!

P.s uncle Sam can help you get a buell :)

[Joemargrave]

Yeah this forum has taken over my days I'm always on here looking at everyones sweet ride, I envy every buell owner!

[thrstrmech]

Buelligans running amuck:D

[Baal]

Keep riding, keep looking, and keep dreaming. Buells are big, stoopid fun. There are always folks out there who change bikes pretty frequently, so you'll find one.

[Joemargrave]

Thanks man!
I'm not going to give up! I will own a buell!

[ATFIII]

Welcome to the family! If you ever need anything, there are tons of members who will go out on a limb for eachother. I have wanted a buell since 2005 when I saw one in a restaurant parking lot. I am 19 now, still working my first job, and I have a 2009 Buell 1125R. LOVE IT!

[Joemargrave]

Wow AFT! haha I cannot wait that long! I'm nineteen now, and just started my first job, only working 20 hours a week. It's going to take awhile before I get a buell... But hopefully not more then a year or two!

[batman6669]

Here's one for ya
http://worcester.craigslist.org/mcy/2528460659.html
Here is another one
http://westernmass.craigslist.org/mcy/2609664410.html
and another
http://southcoast.craigslist.org/mcy/2540858262.html
this one needs work but might be worth it if you can get it for like 1800-2200
http://boston.craigslist.org/bmw/ctd/2606422600.html

[Joemargrave]

Wow yeah I wish there was some deals like that my near area but I just can't seem to find any.
Although I guess it's good I cNt find any in my area because all it would do is make me want it more, I haven't even gotten my first paycheck yet so I've got a long way to go earning the money

[airBuell]

Bought mine from out of state and had it shipped.

[Joemargrave]

Oh really? How far out of state? How much did shipping cost?

[ATFIII]

Wow AFT! haha I cannot wait that long!

I have wanted one since 2005, but I've only been working for about 2 years part time, about 20-30 hours. It's me second bike though, so with school, insurance, and girlfriend, I sold my 06 SV650 and bought the 1125. Best of luck, brother!

[Burton]

ey Burton! You must want a Buell somethin' bad. You've only been on the forum for 2 months and have almost 500 posts! Way to contribute! ( I'm feelin bummed now, took me almost 5 years to post less than 260!) Hope you get your Buell soon!!


Its cause we've been out riding and the poor guy has too much time on his hands

Bad doesn't even begin to describe it. I am obsessed. All I can do is post on this forum and read about Buell's, so yes, while you are out riding I am doing my best to hold off my pain by reading and posting. It is kinda sad...500 posts in two months. Should i be ashamed? nahh...

I am working full-time now out of school. I just need to get my girl an engagement ring and then get back on track for saving for my dream bike! Priorities...

Joe, I don't know if you are willing to travel a bit to get a Buell, but try searchtempest.com. It basically finds all the Buells on CL within a chosen mile radius and withing a price maximum of your choice. In the last week or so there have been 3 in my area (Minnesota) that have been asking 3300 or less. they are out there brother, hang in there.

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