2024 Buell Hammerhead | 1 Month Review

[@buell.motorcyles]

We are so glad to hear you had such a good time on our Hammerhead 1190. Can't wait to get you on our other models! ...Super Cruiser??

[@brandonhahaj1820]

Do it! Do it! Very curious

[@nicetomeetme5150]

I am gonna buy a Buell!! Beautiful and American! Great job on the hammer!

[@marcosbarraza4738]

I like it where can I get one?

[@eeepmeeep]

I want one, and might pull the trigger but I am in VA, how does services work? I would also want to test ride it unfortunately.

[@Jaytreezie]

I seriously want to get into one of these.

[@verothacamaro]

What a great looking bike. Love to see Buell back on the market.

[@jockwithajoystick]

The aesthetics are nice but they need to update the dash, the headlight, and the mirrors for the price they want us to pay

[@jtec99]

Willing to pay American Labor prices for cool looking bikes like this personally. But i would understand anyone picking another for more bang per buck.

[@vladpootin5973]

Well, there really aren‘t to many that do offer more bang really, especially not „bang for buck“, the few offerings that may have nominally higher HP outputs from the known Japanse & Italian brands are not exactly cheap/er than a Buell Hammerhead.

[@vladpootin5973]

/2 did not even include the germans, because it is basically only bmw, and those (s/m 1000rr) cost ridiculous amounts

[@jtec99]

@vladpootin5973 cfmoto coming out with clone in 26. I'm here for it too 🤣

[@moneymattersmastery55897]

Being able to say you ride an American sport bike is just so damn cool

[@DRocRSS2012]

Can't wait for the 2025 BUELL SUPER CRUISER

[@randreason]

I’ve had my Hammerhead since late ‘22 and have loved every minute with it, and I do feel pride riding down the road with a U.S. flag on the side. I also look forward to ordering one of the SuperCruisers when they become available. One crucial piece of advice I have for prospective buyers is to make sure you have a reliable service center nearby before committing to buying. I live in a major U.S. city and took for granted the fact that the factory would have someone well qualified to handle warranty and service work in my area. This turned out not to be the case for my city. I missed out on riding for all but a few weeks of the 2023 riding season because the local service center had trouble performing a factory recall and couldn’t get it fixed right for me. Eventually Buell hauled it back to the factory in Michigan to fix it on their own dime and shipped it back to me in pristine working order. Now, though, if I need any major work done, I’ll have to risk trusting the local service center here, drive it to another state to drop it off at the service center there, or just do it myself. That’s a risk we take by supporting a great-but-small brand. Also, I wouldn’t recommend upgrading the seat on your new Buell. The red stitching and logo on mine faded to where it looks almost pink. I emailed the factory to ask if it would be covered by warranty and didn’t even receive a response. I’m planning on replacing it with the regular stock seat on my own dime.

[@TheAristeros]

im curious, did you have the failure? what symptoms did you have? Or did you have it preventatively taken in? I have a 2024 HH and had the same symptoms as the recall on a non recalled model year. I contacted my dealer, they contacted Buell, and buell had a truck in my driveway 2 days later in NY to pick it up and bring it back to their factory in Grand Rapids. 6 days later, it was dropped back off in my driveway with a brand new engine and gearbox. (on their dime) FWIW to anybody reading this...... their customer service has been nothing less than stellar!!! They couldn't have done anything better to handle my issues. Big big respect to their team working behind the scenes. Jason Anderson, the director of operations and quality reached out directly to me and kept me in the loop every step of the way even sending me photos of the bike being worked on back at the factory.

[@randreason]

@@TheAristeros I didn’t have any symptoms at all, it ran fine when I dropped it off. When I got it back, the clutch had been reassembled wrong and the local shop couldn’t figure out what the problem was. It ended up sitting in the shop there for months while the factory worked with them to get it figured out. Finally I just went and picked it up. I went direct with the factory, and eventually the truck showed up to grab it just in time for winter. I’m a long ways from the factory, so it took a while to get it there and back. It was in pristine condition when I got it back though. Again, I’m very grateful for their help and love the bike to death, but am not so sure about the local service center.

[@backroadbeetle4781]

there's stitch die people use for cars, might be worth taking a look at that if you wanna keep the look.

[@moneymattersmastery55897]

Absolutely love the fact that buell lets you be in full control of their machine. There are too many bikes now where you actually can't turn off all the nannies because the manufacturer doesn't trust you, with bikes like the r1 the ecm literally has to be FLASHED to remove the aids. I realize the computers are faster but there is something beautiful about trying to tame an absolute monster.

[@es.design]

Every bike should have that onboard diagnostics feature. That is so cool!

[@pax1980]

Most do, its called OBD II (Onboard Diagnostic Version 2....).

[@mcnuggetapple]

It’s funny because in 2014 when it first came out, almost no bikes had it

[@carlosserrano6730]

The Hammerhead is the kind of bike that I want. I always wanted a fast bike without electronics getting in the way. Also V twins sound mean.

[@usawrestling2842]

had the 2004 zx10...... pure horsepower. best bike i have ever own

[@monkmoto1887]

Honestly there aren’t too many new bikes I’d actually spend my money on. But I’d buy the shit out of that. Just started going back to school at 32 so I don’t have the cash on hand now but in a couple years I’ll have one of these or a naked version in my garage

[@backroadbeetle4781]

dude I'm in the exact same situation haha, but just finishing up college. So I've been working on lining up in time for the Super Cruiser

[@PhilipOlsen-vf1mp]

I definitely have pride because it American made was at the factory in July had a 2 hr. Tour with Troy Devlin , great stuff going on there !!

[@nephilymbass1]

Glad to see them back. This bike seems killer but I’m getting too old for a bike like this yet I’m not old enough for a Harley. Hope they bring back the blast.

[@drasticthompson1995]

I ride a 2017 EBR 1190 RX, factory tuned, quick shifter and HMF exhaust. It is bonkers lol. I call her "Lady Eats- A- Lot"

[@irocss85]

i absolutely love my 99x1 lightning. if I could make my bike less vibey i think that would be the only thing I'd change but that being said, it is part of its character for sure. those hammerheads are so beautiful!

[@vtecbanger3180]

Buell is not a machine it’s alive. I own a buell and I hunted for it, for the story and the engineering of it. I hunted down a low mile anniversary xb12R for collecting purposes. I didn’t expect much out of it based off numbers but let me tell you, the paper to how it feels ratio is way off. I’m a very good rider and it’s capable of pleasing all my needs. Love it’s raw feel and style

[@EZBlast]

Had a 1125CR - total fun and no quit, just sad gas mileage - 25mph av. - my friend has a 1190x - nice and even more no quit attitude - lol - The Hammerhead is totally Buell in root - being one of the first designs for the 1190 platform long ago but axed by HD never getting fruition till now with the release of the Buell Hammerhead. Bravo - very nice indeed, that shows that the S1 was not the only timeless design by Erik Buell.

[@assassin3781]

Looking at this bike the way it's built it reminds me a lot of the RC8 1190 where it was just you and the engine and minimal electrical systems

[@Ridingon3TN]

i will say to go visit the bigger bike rallies for anyone wanting to look at a buell being they've been going to them as a vendor and have their bikes out on display to sit on and see. I just got back from Sturgis and they were setup at BHHD and had their "touring bagger" type bike there on display and honestly was shocked when I went to sit on it to see how it felt on my bad ankles and knees and will say shocked by how light it was. So I would suggest biketober fest as a possible rally that they might be at or even myrtle beach that's coming up as well. Honestly though for a true US made bike minus a few parts is well worth paying the price to me.

[@mumshag]

saw a 1999 Thunderbolt at a car show today, and i’ve fallen in love with the brand. I absolutely would love to eventually own a hammerhead or other Buell sportbike

[@RobertWilke-b7y]

I've got an 08 Buell 1125R with a Barkers pipe that's mapped with the ECU! Couldn't have said it better as far as the feeling of machine and rider! I'm 55 and it's the feeling I got years ago that infected me with the motorcycle sickness and is what keeps me sick today! Yes American made matters to me! To sum it all up the way I feel about describing the whole Buell package to someone, it's like, if I have to explain you wouldn't understand! But bang for the buck and then some!

[@Frank_Torre]

OC: The looks of the Hammerhead are amazing. There's no way it couldn't draw attention from all around it. That said of all the cons Chase mentioned the heat con would keep me from getting one. One summer on a Panigale 959 was enough to have me never buy another bike that's the equivalent of riding on a oven, where you're the Wicked Witch of the West and you're absolutely melting.

[@kostasjezuz4846]

I wanted a Panigale V2 as well, but I live in Greece and summers here a re brutal. Heat is the main reason I decided against it

[@Mr_Lemon_Law]

Chase: I own Hammerhead Patriot #14 of 40 (RWB edition) and had the same fuel pressure fault happen to me, with the same realization that there was no fuel. 😂😂 great bike. Getting used to it and love it.

[@ponti1000]

I miss real Buell. Great times with friends loving the bikes and the man creating them. Still riding my 2008 1125R. ❤

[@mogcanalboats]

Same here with 5 Buells, one of which is the 2008 1125R. I cannot imagine the 1190 HH! Got my hat for the initial $20 registration fee but just don't have room for another bike. Gave my XB9R to a good military/statie friend for his use at his rider education school because I was not using it enough. No way would I ever truly sell my Buells. The 1190 HH is an instant classic. Those that do not like nor appreciate the Buells just make it so much better for those of us who have the USA gut feeling for these living machines, there loss our gain.

[@blu3sw0rdsm4n]

Love my 2004 Buell XB12R...when it runs. My 2014 VFR800 is a great bike but the Buell is on another level when it comes to handling, and as a shorter guy (5'6") the XB fits me better than the Honda.

[@scottallen1228]

Got EBR1190RX IN 2016 HAVE 50,000 MILES ON IT, LOVE TO RIDE EVERY DAY, AWESOME HANDLING AND POWER

[@mogcanalboats]

Geeeeeze! Way far and way cool. Keep the faith Scott.

[@scottallen1228]

@@mogcanalboats always buell, sense 1999 with x1 👍🏻

[@JamesExcell-InterJex]

Love Buells! They are the reason i have an mt07. One day i will get a naked buell.

[@thugdicetv5569]

I’m new to your channel your content rocks🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥Buell lights a fire in me to wanna purchase their hammerhead 1190 its more than pride it’s a piece of American heritage to own American muscle and this here is an American muscle bike

[@1190Shellback]

The connection you describe is why I like riding rigid. Just not too fast!😂

[@magnoliabowhunters2869]

I would say the online buying thing is a huge con, for me personally. I have to see it in person, etc. I watched hours and hours of videos, went to multiple dealerships trying to narrow down what bike I wanted this go around for not being on one in 4-5 years. And my first sport bike at that. The example for me is take the gsx8r and the Daytona, while they are “comparable”. the riding position is vastly different to me. No way I could have made my choice strictly online. It would have gotten sent back when I got it lol

[@backroadbeetle4781]

there's a store in Arizona and Pennsylvania that can offer that in person buying process. But Buell is working really hard to open more and more areas. I suggested them to do traveling test ride events, but we'll see 😅

[@magnoliabowhunters2869]

@@backroadbeetle4781 it’s a start lol

[@lancelittle3956]

I'm glad your review is primarily positive. I agree with the cons with the exception of price. No hard feelings. Just my two cents.

[@troy9er]

Been watching from beginning to end for years!!!

[@darioz9713]

So to sum it up: Everything about the experience of riding and the physical bike is amazing, except the screen control location. The only problems are things that are happening because of how brand new it is. Looks like a great bike.

[@Jase-E]

American made is everything. My 07 XB12R was NOT the best performing bike in any year it was produced. Not by a long shot... BUT, it's the only sport bike made in America and it sounds AMAZING. I definitely carry a certain amount of pride when riding it.

[@purplex_purple7717]

Wasn’t aware Buell was still making bikes. It so smooth

[@kylenewberry8598]

It’s a recent reboot

[@purplex_purple7717]

@@kylenewberry8598 it’s very attractive indeed

[@PaddleDogC5]

Buell has zero to do with this he was bought out.

[@mogcanalboats]

@@PaddleDogC5 Erik has known Bill Melvin for a long time and there is mutual respect. Erik has gone the electric route with Fuell. But your comment is your best guess at this time.

[@victorparks5378]

Beautiful bike! Would love to test ride a Super Cruiser when they hit the scene. I've been riding for over 50 years and have never seen anything quite like the SC ...very unique.

[@shamrocks521]

I love my Moto Guzzi Mandello but if I was ever gonna trade it in, it would be for this bike.

[@sahzookey]

OC. I'm more excited about Buells Super Cruiser. That thing looks sick.

[@giovannidicarlo9047]

would be so cool full black, yea the sound is nice

[@seannicol7309]

Money was not an object a hammerhead is a must for me. I want one so fucking bad

[@xaisies]

Owner of a 24 SX here. (and 14 RX and a Uly) First real ride a guy pulled next to me at a stoplight and asked if I was on a real new Buell - just a random guy on a random road. I do own them partly because of the US made aspect. That chain whine on decel is addicting. I do intend to convert both 1190's to a 44 tooth rear sprocket. They are... cantankerous at low speed with stock gearing.

[@Shah_creates]

When I test rode one in 2015, that was also my biggest qualm; at low traffic speeds, it was more "agricultural" and vibey than my Ducati monster. No exactly for city-riding.

[@michaellejos8038]

Damn, that screen looks dollar store cheap for a 20k bike… and Japanese sport bikes are precision and nothing wrong with that, kinda reminds me of old RC51 Honda made… Saw one of these at Americade by Kaplan Cycles and they are very nice and looks well build… and sound pretty amazing the way they set it up..

[@VFizz]

Love this bike. Great video! The ordering process is definitely a PRO! Why? Exclusivity! Can't put a price on that.

[@brandonhahaj1820]

Absolute pride! But damn….Eric has been making it hard! I have been going over the pond to get parts and support for my 1125. But this round feels different…

[@Three-LeggedCat]

Too damn sweet, I love this machine

[@PeterColl-b7h]

I would love to buy one of the new Supercruisers, but this Hammer Head is really cool.

[@MotoKringles]

I wonder when this bike will be available for purchase in Norway/Europe. It will probably be way too expensive for me, but hey... maybe one day! 😎

[@kostasjezuz4846]

Maybe you can find a used EBR 1190RX, these will not be imported, they don't even have ABS which is a Requirement these days for official EU import. The EBR-era bikes were imported back in 2014 or so, there a re some for sale in Sweden, Germany, The Netherlands etc...

[@brucemorrison3563]

Kaplan Cycles in Vernon Connecticut is a dealer for Buell.They have several bikes in stock.Maybe a test ride also.

[@chrwood70]

They also have the SX which is that bike but naked.

[@TheHemiphil81]

Ken kaplan sells these now and said it is one of the best riding bikes he has ever ridden.

[@boothr59]

Im looking into the buell super cruiser for next year

[@ML014983]

Really want to see the other models!

[@johnJones_]

Wow Awesome And i thought Buell was done

[@Critastic]

It looks like a shark, that is a beautiful bike.

[@sergioschaefer7980]

This is my next bike!!!!!!!

[@MrSirjamalot]

Very nice bike. I like the style.

[@superhawk1382]

I have a Buell XB9SX and I'm always getting questions about it. Especially when I take it to WOW Motorcycles 2nd Saturday events.

[@mogcanalboats]

Keep the faith, XB series Buells are a world apart and a universe better.

[@jhh2j]

Both of my Harleys (Dyna and XR1200) produce insane heat in good ole middle TN (Murfreesboro) stop & go traffic. Maybe this Buell would be a little better w/ being liquid cooled.

[@lvcsslacker]

its the same bike i had basically. the 1190rx i had was a surprisingly good city bike. but it wasnt thrilled about it.

[@RUS38]

When are we going to see a review on MV Agusta Rush 1000?

[@davemeshamsr6000]

How is the breaking on this bike? I have read it’s not that good. And what about service and support options ?

[@Fireblot8826]

I love all motorcycles, but Buell is special. If you get it, good for you. If you don’t, I’m sorry.

[@forrestnutter]

It's a 2014 with new body work and bold new graphics. Cool.

[@henrytischbein155]

How do I buy one

[@ShartintRump]

The cost? Vs a Ducati, Aprila?

[@brandonhahaj1820]

How big are you boss? I have an older buell, and an 1125CR. Just curious how I might fit. Can’t find one within a distance that makes sense to try on.

[@costasgeorgiou5015]

I love my 2000 BUELL 1125RCR it may or may have a turbo 😝 nothing like a BUELL.

[@Grifter371]

I love this bike but I still can’t get an answer as to why I should pay modern day super sport prices for a 10 year old bike. Dealers were trying to get rid of these bikes for $10k when EBR went under and from all the reviews I’ve seen of this bike it’s the same bike except for new body work.

[@jtec99]

On the far other end of the spectrum.... When are you getting the CFmoto Ibex 450 in for review?

[@chaseontwowheels]

Ive been told September they may have press models available but stay tuned.

[@jtec99]

@@chaseontwowheels yeah buddy!

[@claqyagami6914]

Wish the new panigale looked something like this.

[@ara7450]

do you have to service buells at buell-specific dealerships?

[@tjbarke6086]

We need more American supersports, and ideally something other than v-twins.

[@bobwall2186]

I would like to get a nice buell, I have an OG tube frame M2 Cyclone that's seen better days

[@joek81981]

This vs the FTR Carbon would be an entertaining ruffle-duffle. Motown Blues vs Midwest Metal.

[@shawnjoseph7522]

Maybe for the cruiser

[@GenghisKhan311]

Is there any aftermarket parts available yet. Looks like it neeeds a doublebubble wind screen

[@kostasjezuz4846]

This is basically an EBR 1190RX underneath, so doublebubble wind screen and other aftermarket parts are available

[@GenghisKhan311]

​@@kostasjezuz4846thanks

[@tmmmedia731]

I just like hearing people say “Buell ”

[@patrickowens855]

there's a few dealers, it's a new process of setting up dealers

[@richardsimmons6526]

Had a ebr and had 2 other buell 1125crs. Love buell but like my zh2 better.

[@berkinburduroglu2406]

looks like American made MV Agusta

[@spencerweatbrook]

It’s called Patriotism!

[@1190Shellback]

🇺🇸it matters

[@steveh7108]

Very interesting! Onboard full Diagnostics. This is the first I have heard of it and I would buy this bike just for that if it's true. Every motor vehicle should have full Diagnostics built right in. The fact that they don't is proof that the companies are crooked and Criminal. Even if they wanted to charge more as an option it would be an option chosen by every single person buying every single motor vehicle there is. There is no excuse for not having full Diagnostics built right into every vehicle. Except for the reasoning that they want to rob you of your wallet.

[@stratolestele7611]

That comment is very heavy-handed. There's probably

[@zechsoner]

USA USA

[@PaddleDogC5]

You don't need a 6 axis IMU until you're in the woods.

[@demonslayer5613]

dam this channel dead af, over a mil subs but 10k views

[@Abbs2slick]

Ughhh i won't be able to make it. I have work tomorrow at 6:30am 😒😒

[@ApeRSV]

O.c. love it

[@markaquino9485]

I hope I don't sound like a snob but I think you mean to describe the bike as feeling very analogous. As in, opposite of digital or full of electronics 😉

[@ejd8711]

Nope. Analog means non-digital and “organic,” analogous is related to the word analogy.

[@11bravo80]

I'll save you 25 minutes Buell gave this guy the bike to ride he's not going to say anything negative duh😅😅😅😅

[@nando03012009]

20k for what is essentially an outdated motorcycle is insane. Yes I have ridden one. Compared to my 15 1299 panigale, It feels ancient and unrefined. Im not even going to compare it to my V4r. The bike is good, but for 20k, there are better options. Like any Japanese bike.

[@mogcanalboats]

Really? Maybe other folks would like to see this KZbin before taking your comment to heart. EBR 1190RX vs Ducati Panigale

[@stratolestele7611]

Different strokes man. Besides, they don't have decades advantages for parts, materials, and manufacturing. And then of course, things tend to cost more in general when they're made here.

[@10RFuentes]

That's called patriotism it's a good thing

[@drasticthompson1995]

And that pride you feel on that bike is called PATRIOTISM! TRUMP2024!

[@ChaseN194]

Now do a 1 month review of a panigale 1199. Youll realize buell is in trouble because they are competing with a bike that was better then theirs from almost a decade ago.

[@backroadbeetle4781]

maintenance, reliability and comfort is where the Buell eats it all day. It makes a much better daily (for a superbike). Plus they get like 50mpg haha.

[@mogcanalboats]

Really? And again, maybe other folks would like to see this KZbin before taking your comment to heart. EBR 1190RX vs Ducati Panigale

[@ChaseN194]

@@mogcanalboats literally everything about a panigale 1199 bodies this bike

[@ChaseN194]

@backroadbeetle4781 except maintenance and reliability costs are nearly the same and the panigale has tech that is nearly a decade newer and better performing, yet the 1199 has been out of production for years. Buell is marketing and selling an out of date bike as new.

[@maguslascivious4980]

you pay a fortune for them, and then you can't get them worked on anywhere... buells used to be everywhere when they were harley powered...

[@sunsinger970]

Buell is the Bimota of America. You could say Mvagusta, but was MV really innovative? Not this century atleast .

[@stratolestele7611]

How it is that you have a hard time understanding why you're having a hard time having pride in a product that's made in your own country? I mean, especially in this day and age where our very republic is under attack and we risk losing what it means to an American. I would like to think I would feel the same way of whatever my home country is. It's called 'patriotism' and it's a good thing. I've currently ride a Kawasaki, but have owned several Harleys. I just happen to like all kinds of cars, trucks, and motorcycles, but given the chance, I would prefer to buy American and all US citizens should. It's means more jobs for your fellow brothers and sisters.

[@PaddleDogC5]

The screen is horrible and that's why didn't buy a GSX-R

[@3marston]

Don’t be fooled Harley owns buel.

[@PaddleDogC5]

Yeah buy Chinese make them great.

[@capitalismftw]

riders criticizing BMW rider aids is like when cowboys and indians chose a horse over a car engine