Trade 2008 CBR1000rr for a buell!

[mike1023]

I have a 2008 cbr1000rr candy apple red and sliver mint looking to trade for a buell. any takers plese let me know

[Kuntreeboy]

Pictures might help you buddy

[mike1023]

Sorry and good point see the photo

http://i55.tinypic.com/2vjq16d.jpg

Ya, i dont take many photos of bike when get new phone i will take a couple more.

[Alfatango1]

Location would be helpful too. Which Buell are you looking for?

[twp081321]

[down]

[RuiP]

sell it on craiglist and buy yourself a nice buell.

[freak2180]

Not a bad looking bike......

[poolguyJ]

Where are you located? I have a Buell XB12R Firebolt for sale thaat I might be willing to trade for your Honda.

[Alfatango1]

Most likely not a real offer :p Probably just ****ing with us Buellers. But if not, I've got an 08 1125R with only 3000 miles on it I'll trade.
http://www.buellxb.com/buell_images/5227_20110926075734_L.jpg
http://www.buellxb.com/buell_images/5227_20110926075634_L.jpg

[onelogue]

Damn that Honda is sexy. Guy up the street has one and smoked the tires going 40 yesterday.

[freak2180]

You guys will have to get in line.........I Pm'd him 1st..:D

[squidbuellie]

more then likely

Most likely not a real offer Probably just ****ing with us Buellers
who in there right mind would trade a $7800 bike for a $5800 bike. he could sell it and buy two xb's

[dave_xb12r]

I smell a troll

[freak2180]

Troll or not its a nice bike. And unless he has moved is located in either NJ or Houston, Tx.

[Alfatango1]

http://www.buellxb.com/buell_images/5227_20111013050554_L.jpg
Here's the 07 I sold yesterday. 10xxx miles for $6500. The guy got a steal on this bike. When I first got it I priced it at $8,100. Just wanted to move it and change up my inventory. I really liked riding this bike. The guys buddy said it needed a new chain soon so he bought one and we put it on, it's rode even nicer after that. Fantastic bike.

[mike1023]

I'm located in NYC and the bike is in NJ right now. And i have tried to sell but what a waste of time and yet i want a buell. Would like a lighting. And i dont know much about buells i just like the look short wheel base and sound mean like a HD!

[freak2180]

Well I got the NJ part right...........damn. I was Hoping it was a Houston Number. If ya feel like a road trip and want a Firebolt let me know......

http://www.buellxb.com/buell_images/6326_20101119035311_L.jpg

[onelogue]

yet i want a buell. Would like a lighting. And i dont know much about buells i just like the look short wheel base and sound mean like a HD!
Ok must be true. Cause thats what i said haha

[bikepilot]

As to who would make the trade - probably someone with an '08 CBR that's an oil burner. That year had major issues with burning oil. Many folks report burning in excess of a quart per 1k miles (for reference, that's about as much oil as my Kawak H1 two stroke burns!).

[Pasadena]

You gotta assume that when he says trade he means with cash thrown in as well to make up any difference.

[brightbuell]

****ing too funny!!! Eveyone willing to throw there bikes away for a honda they know nothing about.

[freak2180]

Eveyone willing to throw there bikes away for a honda they know nothing about.

What makes you think that one of if not all interested partys would not be smart enough to go over it with a fine tooth comb?

Maybe hes just like most of the other guys on here that have bought other bikes and just wants a change........

Hell Im currently looking myself. I love my Buell but want somthing a bit bigger in size.

[mike1023]

No my cbr does not burn oil and the clutch does not have issues. Like i said before my bike is mint! only thing would need is a chain which is normal as wear and tear. And im looking for a buell since i live in the city and riding a cbr around kind of sucks. and i want more of a streetfigter wide tirer look. with the HD sound.

[unionthug]

I'll trade you Mike. This is my 2007 XB SST. It is one of one (it started life as a 2007 STT one of 1750). I had it listed for $39,995. but would consider trading you for the 1000.

http://i589.photobucket.com/albums/ss333/customdeuce/DSCN7559.jpg

http://i589.photobucket.com/albums/ss333/customdeuce/DSCN7560.jpg

[freak2180]

He's looking for somthing 2008 or newer and along the lines of a SCG.

Just thought I would put that out there since hes been very limited with wants list.

[Alexrz5]

That first pick of that Honda CBR 1000r is not a 08" thats a new model, someone is playing games here!

[oh9bolt]

Looks like a 2008 to me [confused]

https://www.motomummy.com/store/images/P/yosh%20%5B500%5D.jpg

[Alfatango1]

Yep, that's an 08.

[Alfatango1]

****ing too funny!!! Eveyone willing to throw there bikes away for a honda they know nothing about. He doesn't know anything about our bikes either and I'm sure he and the party trading would do their due diligence before a sale or trade. I'd never buy sight unseen.

[anrkizm95]

Yep, that's an ugly 08.

[Loki]

Hush yourself anrkizm! Thats a beautiful bike!

[anrkizm95]

ok im sorry i should have said fugly

[rrh481]

He just doesn't have a good taste in bikes

[anrkizm95]

anyone that has a buell has good tastes in bikes.your trying to sell yours right rr or is it already sold :)

[twoguns]

hahaha... maybe the cbr guy would like the kids buell. a buell allegedly (the kid here) capable of matching the CBR for top speed, yet still a buell. kid gets a bike capable of speeds he desires. :p

[anrkizm95]

^[up]

[mike1023]

Not looking to match the speed or performance of a CBR. I just looking for more upright easier on my body. And the buell I think matches my wants its more upright sitting seat. Has sound of a HD which is sweet. Has a hard core street fighter look. Short wheel base which i like the look. Still can take turns if need be. And yes i dont know which model bike i want but i figure i would see what i can get for a trade. I dont think there is anything wrong with that.

[oh9bolt]

That was not directed to you mike it was to rrh

[anrkizm95]

another guy traded his gixxer 1000 for a buell took about a month.glwt

[Alfatango1]

Lightning for sure then, or maybe an 1125CR but Rotax engine wont sound like the 984 or 1203 with a Hawk or D&D for sure. My 9R sounded amazing with the Hawk pipe.

[mike1023]

can the 1125cr install a 240rear tire?

[anrkizm95]

can the 1125cr install a 240rear tire?
no

[mike1023]

the swing arm looks the same on the 1125r and the xb12? am i mistaken?

[nikfleisch]

why not just put on a 360 and extend the swingarm while your at it?

[anrkizm95]

nooooo

[mike1023]

Not looking to make it a show bike. I just like the 240 look with the short wheel base! and i have read that some people have done 240 and lowered a little and the handling was fine. ya maybe not as good as stock but im not looking for a track bike. have other toys for those reasons.

[anrkizm95]

why not just put on a 360 and extend the swingarm while your at it? because it would ruin good bike.it would handle like ****.:)

[rrh481]

anrkizm95 why dont we just meet halfway at a dragstrip and put your money where your ****ing mouth is im sick of you talking **** i cant help it you have a slow ass buell sorry wisconsin has the best buell mechs :)

[oh9bolt]

[cool]

[Alfatango1]

Ooooo... Here we go! :p

[Loki]

Im glad i dont have little man syndrome...

Mike, i would love to trade, but i couldnt get rid of my baby. They grow on you.

[Alfatango1]

i cant help it you have a slow ass buell sorry wisconsin has the best buell mechs Best Buell mechs and the worst liars. What are your 1/4 mile times now, 9's? @ 160?

[squidbuellie]

troll treads seem to bring out the worse in some members
http://www.buellxb.com/buell_images/8854_20111013171218_L.jpg

[mrlogix]

alright, I'm a dumbass...what's troll mean?

[squidbuellie]

^^^^google or bing is your friend^^^^

[mrlogix]

ohhhhh, gotcha

[anrkizm95]

anrkizm95 why dont we just meet halfway at a dragstrip and put your money where your ****ing mouth is im sick of you talking **** i cant help it you have a slow ass buell sorry wisconsin has the best buell mechs your not worth the trip but since your so pissed maybe its worth it for you.2801 s osage amarillo tx.there you have it put your 160 mph buell where your mouth is.

[oh9bolt]

[cool]

[anrkizm95]

What are your 1/4 mile times now, 9's? @ 160?when hes being pulled by a 700 hp busa

[Loki]

Ok guys. Point proven. Lets not ruin someone elses thread. If he responds, ignore it or PM him. Mike is trying to get a trade, not a battle between boys..

[mike1023]

Loki,

From the looks of it your bike is a firebolt? Also looks like you have dropped the bike? Is that right?

[squidbuellie]

yo loki... do you think trading is a good idea? slow bikes and swiping right handers don't agree with you. fast bikes and right handers might get X's over your eyes[sad]

[Loki]

I would love a cbr 1000 but i cant get ride of my bike for one. I love my bike to much. So i would have to buy one.

And yes i have dropped her. It happens. I dont plan on selling or trading her so i can fix her up so she forgives me. There only one noticeable spot tho. It was a clean lay down.

My friend has an 08 cbr 1000 and they will cook. Youll get a trade im sure of it. Keep at it.

[myronman3]

i had a firebolt and had the same problems o.p. mentioned....the riding position didnt agree with me. the lightning i have is perfect for me. i like it. aint the fastest thing out there, but it will go fast enough in any gear to kill you. glwt

[mike1023]

Thanks all and i will be sure to keep at it.

[buellbradski]

rrh481 have you ever considered changing you screen name i know you have quite a fan club and all. but is it worth the ranking on your unranked reputaion for all the arguements? i dunno maybe you like it . i know i love these fights but man i cant imagine being in your shoes.[confused]but mann if you sell your bike i feal bad for that fella when he post a pic of it on here and hears the story.Just an idea not trying to ruffle your feathers.

[twoguns]

mike... sounds to me that the bike of choice for you is the XB12S lightning. try for the later style 'square' swing arm, so here in australia it was the 05 model.

this was my old one...

http://i90.photobucket.com/albums/k270/mr2guns/Gemma/18052009320.jpg

the 12 will give you good torque. the bike itself its the short wheel base, which is the neatest look. you can be lucky and get a buell factory race exhaust and bits, or go after market. wide tyre or whatever else you want to do is your choice.

but you will be addicted once you ride one!

good luck.

[mike1023]

twoguns,

Thank you, I will just keep on waiting and see what goes on the market and make my PM and reply to the threads. But, my hope someone comes to me for the trade.

[97af]

http://i53.tinypic.com/2ij4rq8.jpg

http://i51.tinypic.com/51eb87.jpg
Mike...Keep the CBR and put a Spiegler bar kit on it.
It turned my 10r into the complete package.
You'll thank me later...[up]

[mike1023]

Thats cool but, I'm deff looking for the sound of the buell and the sort wheel base style look!

[netty2424]

What would you sell your bike for?

[mike1023]

7600-7000 some where around there.

[short lived x]

07 buell xb scg with 5500 miles near perfect cond. nullhttp://www.buellxb.com/buell_images/7800_20100906142113_L.jpg

let me know

[mike1023]

short lived x,

Nice bike but, I'm going to have to say no.

[RT Performance]

Got a 1125 I'll trade

[mike1023]

Thanks RT Performance but looking for a xb12scg

[Loki]

But you just turned down a perfectly good scg... You could ask for some cash on top then just mod it to what you want.

[Nuage420b]

http://www.buellxb.com/buell_images/4011_20110701064933_L.jpg

http://www.buellxb.com/buell_images/4011_20110701064834_L.jpg

http://www.buellxb.com/buell_images/4011_20110701064736_L.jpg

[rrh481]

but mann if you sell your bike i feal bad for that fella when he post a pic of it on here and hears the story.Just an idea not trying to ruffle your feathers.

why would the person that buys my bike care? at least he will know how fast it is. so far theirs not one xb12r around me that keeps up. i took 3rd place in hals dyno shoot out.

[Nuage420b]

there's* or there isn't*

[rrh481]

i didn't know we were in school

[mike1023]

Loki you have a good point. But how would i get the motor black? i dont want to have to pull the motor apart to get it power coat black? and then i would also need to find the 4pin front brake caliper also black forks. seems like a lot of work.

But how much do you think if i traded for the 2005 and ho much cash on top of that would you say?

[mike1023]

Nuage420b,

Your bike looks like you have dropped it?

[oh9bolt]

Don't listen to rrh352 he is a liar.

[rrh481]

im a liar? about what? i like how you can say that **** even though you dont even know me.

[twoguns]

mike... the only way you get a black motor is to go for a 09 model.

i can run through some images of some of mine to give you some difference.

AND RRH.... CAN YOU JUST FUK OFF SOMEWHERE ELSE!PEOPLE HERE ARE TIRED OF YOUR BULL****. go back to your many threads and post some info that matters. thanks.

2004...
http://i90.photobucket.com/albums/k270/mr2guns/Jemma/jemmahome.jpg

gold rims, sliver and mixed colour metals. curved swing arm.

i did this to that...

http://i90.photobucket.com/albums/k270/mr2guns/Jemma/jemmafront.jpg

2004 lightning
http://i90.photobucket.com/albums/k270/mr2guns/Emma/Emma005.jpg

i did this to that...

http://i90.photobucket.com/albums/k270/mr2guns/Emma/IMAG0102.jpg
http://i90.photobucket.com/albums/k270/mr2guns/Emma/pooremma.jpg

2006 firebolt.

http://i90.photobucket.com/albums/k270/mr2guns/Nikki/13112008063.jpg

still has the mix of metals but later swing arm

http://i90.photobucket.com/albums/k270/mr2guns/Nikki/07102008026.jpg
http://i90.photobucket.com/albums/k270/mr2guns/Nikki/01012009117.jpg

2007. youve seen above.

http://i90.photobucket.com/albums/k270/mr2guns/Gemma/18052009320.jpg

http://i90.photobucket.com/albums/k270/mr2guns/Gemma/05042009223.jpg

2009.
http://i90.photobucket.com/albums/k270/mr2guns/oompa/m130909005.jpg

blacked out engine, forks, frame etc. nicest for sure.

hybrid with firebotl front and lightning rear.
http://i90.photobucket.com/albums/k270/mr2guns/oompa/Oompahtail1.jpg
http://i90.photobucket.com/albums/k270/mr2guns/oompa/IMG00673-20110609-1622.jpg

she is about to get a solo set up right now.

and then you have rotax baby!

http://i90.photobucket.com/albums/k270/mr2guns/CR/1125CRscribble016.jpg

and this is i think the nicest. my lady's 07 xb9Sxcg.

http://i90.photobucket.com/albums/k270/mr2guns/Lowering0072.jpg
http://i90.photobucket.com/albums/k270/mr2guns/oompa/06062010678.jpg

the Scg is sexy as it sits lower, but you can be a heavy weight. especially on our roads, hence why it never came to australia.

hope this helps mate... but it would seem you are after 09 model. this though also means slight engine difference and you can not muck around with it as easy with things like ecmspy as you can 07 or earlier.

[buellbradski]

You can have the forks powder coated for like $75 while your at it have the rails and primary cover done your prolly looking at like 2-3 bills and a easy winter project i plan on doing mine over the winter .still doesnt make it a 09 but i can get it done in gloss witch i prefer . Trust me once you own a buell you wont want to leave it stock anyhow theres so much fun to be had when your different!

[mike1023]

That rotax baby is bad ass! but thats the 1125r. and to me the one thing i really want to do to the buell is add a 240 rear! so i dont know. I really cant see me trading a 2008cbr100rr for a 2005 buell. Maybe if it was a 2008 scg low miles. would be ok for me to lose 2k on the trade.

[squidbuellie]

Nuage420b,

Your bike looks like you have dropped it?

no mike.... that's a custom road ground header pipe they are unique no one looks the same. :p

[buellbradski]

^its true thats custom work right there most pay dearly for headers like them

[mike1023]

Dam thats sick its a must have!!! how do i get my hands on that one piece?

[oh9bolt]

09 SCG (http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/STUNNING-BIKE-/230689128581?pt=US_motorcycles&hash=item35b624c085#v4-40)

[mike1023]

oh9bolt,

thanks for the link i have already email this guy he wants 7k no trades he needs the cash.

[anrkizm95]

he wants 7k no trades he needs the cash.to high

[oh9bolt]

He will need the cash for a long time at that price.

He can wish in one hand, and **** in the other, he will see which one gets filled first.

[netty2424]

Quote:
he wants 7k no trades he needs the cash.
to high


Anrkizm, you've forgotten more about Buells than I'll ever know so trust me when I say I'm not coming at you. But it seems like the majority of the time when someone post a for sale thread on this site, there's quite a few people that are quick to jump on the price, saying its too high. too high for what?

Again, this is a discussion, not an insult.

2 points to this comment:

1. Starting high is negotiation 101, why pull the rug out from under someone for no reason?
2. Why do we insist on devaluing these bikes? The price is what the market bears, no? And the market is what people pay.

If every time someone posts a thread to sell a bike and his/her price is "too high" , how will anyone outside the buell communtiy looking in ever value these bikes the way most of us do?

Ex: Here's a guy, Mike1023(and when i say mike1023, its anyone interested in buying a buell who doesnt have one. Not mike specifically) that comes to the site with a bike that some people on this forum automatically talk **** about because it's not a Buell. Dont understand that, but what ever, different conversation. Don't know anything about mike, he could be a smart dude who knows the market for various types of bikes, jap, Italian, American, whatever, but what if he has in his head, "that all black scg that 09Bolt linked above is exactly what I want! I'm budgeting for 6k or 6.5k, but damn that bike is exactly what I want! I can make this small change in my finances, or make this small sacrifice and spring for that extra $500 to pay $7k!"

And then he's reading a forum INSIDE the Buell community doing his diligence and the people who love these bikes the most cut the legs out of someone else's sale. A sale they have nothing to do with because they aren't in the market for it, or don't have interest in that model, color, etc.

So he sees this and now that extra $500 he was willing to spend, he puts back in his pocket because why pay a price for a bike that even current Buellers don't respect or appreciate?

Or take it a step further, if he looks and looks and looks and can't find the exact bike he has in his head for a price he's wants to pay, but finds one similar for a little less, and then realizes he'll have to do some work, which translates into spending some time and spending money to get it how he wants it. He then thinks, "well I can buy this similar bike for $6500, but it'll take me $500-800-1000 and a month to get it where I want it. I might as well spend the $7000, saving time and a little money in the end, but he then reads a post that disputes the asking price, so he moves on.

Point being, we are the Buell market, and the more we force prices down, the more we devalue our own assets. Just something for everyone to chew on.

How will others value our bikes as we do, if we are constantly devaluing our bikes.

Sorry for the lengthy post.

Richard

[anrkizm95]

starting high is part of it but he isnt the seller he is a buyer and member and might not know what the going price of a buell is.if he offers the seller 6500 wich is still high the seller would take it.and he would have over paid compared to other bikes out there.
any item is worth what ever someone is willing to pay for it.but they should atleast know what a fair market price is.imo 5k is to high for that bike with the headers looking like they do,something happended to them they are dull and looks like rash on them.
it does have a tail chop and a 600 dollar pipe on it though.

[netty2424]

I hear you anrkizm. I just think a forum this large and this involved in "the Buell market" has the ability to affect the market both positively and negatively. There's a mindset that can determine that price point as too high or too low.

If more of our bikes started selling at a higher price, then that higher price would be the market. Instead, "it's too high" so our bikes stay on the low end.

Preciate you not taking that the wrong way. Too many threads get turned into a pissing match, rather than a discussion.

I'm In the camp of driving Increased value.

[anrkizm95]

[up] i would love for the value of our bikes to go up and at the same time i like to see members get the best deal.double edge sword.imo my buell is worth way more than 7k.its not like you can just go and buy a new one.

[oh9bolt]

IMO people have to start buying at the 5-6k range for that bike posted above before the price starts going up, then comes the next value increase, the value doesn't jump 2+ K over night.

By us saying its too high isn't affecting peoples decisions. This forum isn't the end of the line of buell owners out there. There are tons of owners that don't choose to be on a forum.

[netty2424]

its not like you can just go and buy a new one.

That's exactly right! [up][up]



By us saying its too high isn't affecting peoples decisions

Bolt thanks for jumping in. Your opinion is valued up there with anrkizm in my opinion. But related to the statement above, I have to disagree 100%. When I purchased my Buell, I joined all the forums, but I have since narrowed it down to this one for several reasons; I appreciated the layout and ease of use of the site, dont have time to surf 5 different forums, but more importantly I felt the information on this site was the most helpful to me. Having said that, this is my primary resource for finding info related to my bike, it's issues, possible modifications, and keeps me up to date on the market value.

Also, guys like mike come to this site looking for values. How many times has someone posted a thread woth a craigslist ad asking if it's a good deal, or posting 'feeler' threads.

Why, because they respect the valuation coming from this forums members, who know these bikes better than anyone. Start bumping that mindset up which in turn increases the value of the bike.


This forum isn't the end of the line of buell owners out there

Youre exactly right, but it's a damn good start!

Lets just value our bikes more moving forward so others do the same! Ok I'm off the soap box guys! :D

Richard

[oh9bolt]

[up] I understand your points I'm just saying there is more to any vehicle platform than just forums, I understand that it is a big part of it but its not all of it.

Take for example the 09 above for sale on ebay (there is quite a few more on there also) it wasn't listed on here along with quite a few listed on clist (just in my area) that aren't listed on here. I found my 09 on ebay for 58**, went to raleigh nc from DC to pick it up. I joined this forum after I bought my bike, I was a member of buelletinboard before that.

I'm just saying that the value of the bikes aren't high right now, it will take time and they will slowly raise in value.

:)

[netty2424]

[up][up]

We'll declare October 21st, add $1000 to the value of your bike day! C'mon......who's with me!

:D

Later guys!

[anrkizm95]

[up]:D

[oh9bolt]

[up][up]

[netty2424]

Sorry for the thread jack!

Mike1023........back to you!

[mike1023]

Nothing wrong with your comments and thoughts of things. But, winter is around the corner. Bikes do drop in price! And people in the area sometimes just want let things go for way more or when spring coming up they want new stuff and want there old go. so i will just hold out and see what i can get for the price i want to spend. And as when buell are discounted it is nice to have something one of a kind. but also can be a problem down the road when need a part or something for it. So its a lot of up and down. And then again it always does come down to money. hard to spend the money when you dont have space for another bike. which is why i lead up to trading something im willing to lose a ~$1000 for something i really would like to build then another jap which seen to many and lamo in my mind now. so why dump 5-10k of upgrades and or mod/custom to a bike that i see all over and nothing fun.

[Nuage420b]

^its true thats custom work right there most pay dearly for headers like them

I certainly did escape that situation at a very low price! I fell in a parking lot withing 15 minutes of learning to ride the bike (it was my first friend took it off the lot and to an empty lot where i found the only curb in the entire place) I have pics and posts about it from the day it happened. this bikes life is pretty well documented through this forum over the past few years. The last few things that need to be finished up on the bike are waiting for my return from iraq and will be put on immediately, to include chain drive, new levers ZTL2 (4 piston front caliper) new header, new or painted (haven't made my wind up yet) air box cover, new rubber, hopefully an SS swing arm, when i do the headers i will have my hawk muffler ceramic coated, and the rims are getting powder coated in a slightly brighter shade of red with a few layers of clear coat and some silver flake. frame swing arm and tail rails painted one color, would like to match the original frame color on the tail rails and tail piece. If you're offer still stands I think those mods would make it a bit more fair of a trade. If you don't want me to finish the work I'd be willing to add cash on top.

[mike1023]

Where are you located?
And if your in iraq how would you even do this trade?
How much cash would you put on top?

[Nuage420b]

i meant to say if stands when i get back. If you heard about Obama's press conference today you'll have a general idea of when I'll be back. I am from MD and will probably be there shortly after i get back. I have a truck and trailer. and the $$ you can PM me.

[netty2424]

How much cash would you put on top?

Don't fall for it Nuage420! He's getting the Buell! He should be giving you money!

Just kidding Mike! Spirit of the thread! :D

[twoguns]

i look at it this way... you will always be able to buy a cbr1000 or zx10 or r1, but you you will soon not be able to buy a buell, let alone a good one!

[netty2424]

^^[up][up]

[mike1023]

LOL the way the market is you will always be able to buy a buell just not as many options as others. And yes most likey wont be able to get a nice buell since 50-75% of the buell community go and mod them. That said one mans trash is another mans treasures.

[netty2424]

And yes most likey wont be able to get a nice buell since 50-75% of the buell community go and mod them

Aw Mike, here we were, just becoming fast friends and you go and throw out an insult like that!

It's more like 85-90% :D

Don't sell our compulsion to modify our bike short! Lol!

[mike1023]

LOL but its a true statement! who does not want to buy a bike thats not stock! most people would much rather!

[oh9bolt]

I would never buy anything pre modded JMO

[J_Undisputed]

That's were the mark up comes from a lot of times. Guys price their bike to sell including blood, sweat, tears, garage time and aftermarket carbon fiber... The extra parts did cost some of us a pretty penny... aside from the rare opportunity to score ebay cheapies made in China and mod them. At the same time, the buyer is pretty much forced to leave it as it is when they bought it because there isn't much of an option besides trading or calling across the pond and spend more on parts and shipping then they did for a used bike.
Most buell sellers include labor and most buyers see things like HID lights that let you see more than 20ft in front of you, Mirrors that let you see more than your shoulders, breather reroutes that smooth out low revs, upgraded fuel injection, etc as necessities.. not frills. Many of us bought bikes with great potential and look to realize that potential. Onlookers think... "wow nice bike.. how much did it cost you?? Not "what did you have to do to it to get it like this?"
As a buyer of cars, I never bought the "fully loaded stuff", because i didn't need a lot of frills and was willing to do the ones I did. I just want to drive it, not live in it. Now on the seller side, you realize how much all that extra $h*t means... when you want to sell and someone says... "mirrors are mirrors, lights are lights, levers are levers... and tries to lowball you..."
In an ideal world, every new bueller would be taken out for a night ride on a completely stock bike... dim lights, short mirrors, non dropped pegs, sputter and all... and then given the chance to test ride the modded one before asking "how much?"

[anrkizm95]

In an ideal world, every new bueller would be taken out for a night ride on a completely stock bike... dim lights, short mirrors, non dropped pegs, sputter and all... and then given the chance to test ride the modded one before asking "how much?" [up][up]

[Alfatango1]

Dim lights? If you got the reflectors replaced under the customer satisfaction campaign they work fantastic.

[mike1023]

Im looking at the xb vs 1125 can you but on a swing arm from xb12scg to a 1125r?

[oh9bolt]

The reason I always buy non modded things is

I like to do the stuff myself. What fun is it to buy a vehicle with everything done.

IMO people who buy aftermarket modded things are not a "enthusiast".

[Nuage420b]

mike1023 no, the 1203 and 1125's have different swing arms.

[mike1023]

DAM! but do you know if they are the same width? because my whole goal with a buell is a 240 rear tire. and i know the xb12 can do it but if the 1125 can also maybe i will go for that little more power.

Here is my delama again all over the place.

[J_Undisputed]

Dim lights? If you got the reflectors replaced under the customer satisfaction campaign they work fantastic.
I missed that recall. There's no peeling but I couldn't see more than about 30-35 ft in front of me and slightly yellowish tone didn't help. In NYC, you don't really notice it much because there's lights almost everywhere. It's when you hit a place that doesn't have the lights or the highway where the lights are only lit from the center divider posts that you only see the potholes right before you hit one.

[unionthug]

OK, you drive a hard bargain mike... My bike and a set of ginsu knives.

[netty2424]

You gave him too much after the knives! ginsu? They cut an effing coke can in half! Sharp!!!!

[mike1023]

unionthug info on your bike? and some pics?

[sirem20]

I traded my xb12ss:

http://i141.photobucket.com/albums/r48/sirem20/Buell%20XB12ss/Picture030.jpg

for something more colorful

http://i141.photobucket.com/albums/r48/sirem20/Repsol/cbr1000.jpg

=)

[rockerphotographer]

Very Nice!

[Loki]

Such a sexy bike

[mike1023]

sirem20,

any more info on the SS? where about are you located?

and i have the candy apple red/sliver cbr1000rr

[Alfatango1]

Nice trade :)

[The_vic]

Maybe interested in mine?



http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff245/victor1702/securedownload.jpg

[mike1023]

The vic,

Have anymore info on your bike? PM if need

thanks

[AB12S]

Hey mike did you trade it yet?

[mike1023]

No still looking for something. I have maybe 200miles on my bike this year. I'm really looking for something total different in a ride now.