[Randomchaos]

Yea, the XB line was a great step forward for them. The only thing that kinda set them back with them was the transmissions. For a sportbike, they are clunky. The 08 1125R I feel was a step backward. It gave the impression of releasing a bike before it was 100% ready for the sales floor. I have talked to several people that dislike them due to running really rough, getting too hot, poor performance. I even testrode one, and it gave me the impression of an unfinished product. Top it all off with the somewhat goofy look of the bike, and it just kinda turns people away from the name Buell.

09 looks like its going to be a good year for Buell. They have updated the 1125R to help alleviate several of the issues, including increasing the gas mileage of it. The 09 air cooled line should have its little fuel mileage bugs worked out of the new DDFI3 system. The 1125CR rounds off the lineup, giving plenty of options for any style rider to give Buell a look as a future purchase. I really hope it turns out to be good, and no new bugs. If it does, I have a feeling Buells wont be looked down upon as the read headed stepchild so much anymore.