My first question is what this bike worth. I don't want on insult my neighbor and I want to offer him a fair price for the bike.
just sold a late 2009 barricade orange ulysses with side and top cases...3200 miles...heated grips...freshly serviced....all stock and absolutely flawless for $5900. price range is $3700 and up.
Second question, in the future will I have problems finding parts or finding people to work on Buells.
NO on parts
YES on mechanics
Third question, is this a good on and off road bike?
they're "ok" but much better choices out there. Suzuki V-strom series comes to mind. history has proven time and again that both the ulysses and it's variant, the XT model, will only tolerate so much off-roading and the abuse that comes with same.
keep in mind mike, that you're considering an 11 year old bike that has sat unused most of its life. factor into your offer the following after you've determined what this will cost on your end:
fresh new tires
ALL fluids changed to include motor oil..primary/trans oil...oil filter...F&R brake fluids...multiple checks and adjustments
new battery
electrical system checked for any gremlins...ECM checked for any stored historical fault codes, then addressed if any found.
fuel pump removed...serviced...reinstalled. serious corrosion on and around the pump is the norm for these garage dwellers. must be attended to.
all dealer TSB and recall issues addressed for your own safety and peace-of-mind. there were 4 on this model.
