Ask a Buell Super Cruiser OWNER anything.

[@JeffA2wheeladdiction]

I sent my deposit in for the bike. Looking forward to getting mine.

[@streetbob7039]

Looks like they went to Amazon to buy the instrument gauge and lights😂

[@throttleblip9854]

The gauge isn't as bad as it looks on camera. The signals maybe Temu. lol

[@twocupstwodrams7535]

It's not over priced, under powered, or too heavy. If Bill doesn't sell the brand sooner than later it won't come to fruition. Like Bill, I have put skin in the Buell game (not as much) and the products have always "flirted" with a "marketable" idea, but either the timing was off or the execution or both. Thanks for sharing, Ride Free

[@tmburke1]

I guess I must be the only one here that likes the bike! It looks very utilitarian. It may look rough to most people, but I like the ruggedness and the function over form appearance. To me "pretty" is overrated. This was made to blast down the road. Great vid!

[@lylewelch5056]

The power alone, hell yeah!🤘🤘

[@Axle-7]

Is it just me or does the bike look unfinished? Maybe it's the video, but to me it looks like a rough draft. Like you can see connectors and a nest of wiring just chilling behind the windshield.I know you said you're big on fit and finish but I'm not seeing it, at least in video. Maybe in person it's better

[@Matt-l9s]

I agree as it does have that ‘draft version’. If this contribute to doing one’s own wrenching and KISS then it is something to take in consideration before ya buy.

[@mcnuggetapple]

This is the second prototype version of the bike, this isn’t even a pre production

[@markhackman8566]

I was excited about this bike at first but now it looks very cheaply built with the only thing going for it being the engine which in reality is dated itself imma stick with my lowrider which is an amazing bike

[@UnrulyRider]

I agree - same reason I am sticking with my 23 FXLRST.

[@Skidz75]

Was a good idea… but like some others have said, looks like a “rough draft”.

[@mike_honcho_92]

exactly. it looks raw. Which for some that may be a huge selling point, but for most, it is not visually appealing and will hurt sales. May eventually they will refine it. but they may go bankrupt again before then.

[@wrongthinker350]

This literally is a rough draft. Not a production model.

[@mike_honcho_92]

@@wrongthinker350 This is like their 3rd gen rough draft, i doubt the production product will look much different lets be honest.

[@tomoates8568]

Triumph Rocket 3 is priced about the same as the Super Cruiser, has loads more torque, and is far better looking in my opinion. I'm not in the market for a bike with ridiculous power lol, but if I was I'd be looking at the Rocket over this

[@CaptainsvLogs]

The Rocket 3 will be my next bike. Then as a toy I'll get another 100th Anniversary Fat boy and do it up even better then my last one and then maybe, just maybe I'll call it a day :)

[@CaptainsvLogs]

I think these buells look really small.

[@markymark6731]

A triumph rocket 3? That’s your comparison? Get out of here, you win dumbest comment. Might as well comment that your vstar has a 1 hole service rather than 3. I agree that the bike sucks but you are lost.

[@porkchopexpress6969]

Pretty sure this would leave the triumph in the twistys but it’s nice to have options.

[@JAyy781]

The hate posts seem to come from people who might not be following Buells progression closely, and it's always important to remember that early renderings and prototypes don’t represent the final product. As for questions: Brake Manufacturers: Who are they going with? likely they’ll update closer to 2025?? Aftermarket Exhaust Options: Are there any prospects? Will there be any at all or will we have to build our own? Delivery & Service Centers: Where is this taking delivery? Buell seems to be ramping up production, so assuming customers who put down deposits will likely receive updates on delivery timelines and locations for the V3. As for service, I’m assuming Buell will likely have an official network of authorized service centers, especially with their efforts to rebuild their brand infrastructure? It would be nice if Buell released more detailed info on these aspects soon, especially for those awaiting the bike’s arrival!

[@arthurcutaiar9994]

Or maybe they'll just cash n dash. After all, all prostitutes cash n dash

[@JA-zh5xi]

I’m sure it’s fast, but man that may be one of the ugliest bikes I have ever seen. Might as well buy a bike that’s actually fast like a busa - at least it will look good. That buell is horrible.

[@SCBiker58]

I used to own a 2007 Buell XB12 STT or aka Super TT. Awesome bike, wished I had kept it. This Buell looks like someone built it in their garage. It may run well but looks cheap as heck. Dealer help would be nonexistent I would be willing to wager as well.

[@Chase_N]

How often are valve service intervals? Where do you get it serviced?

[@Dyna-mite154]

You don’t 🤣

[@Chase_N]

@@Dyna-mite154 I found it, valve clearance checks are every 6200 miles😒There are very few service centers. These are going to be a rough sell unless you live in one of the places they sell and service them. Even then, valve service checks/intervals are more often than any other bike I know of, and I bet they're just as expensive too. My excitement has faded drastically.

[@vernlochtefeld1626]

I ordered mine Must haves; or lose sales Perimeter brake & ABS (It’s signature stand apart) 5 gallon gas tank Fix it now or wish you had. Useable bike or annoying toy like peanut tank Sporster Optional race exhaust Powervision or other tuneable TFT round guage like Indian or Sportster S

[@Rockybalboa541]

It will not have the perimeter brake due to ABS working better on dual discs. American rider just released a new video with the buell ceo

[@vernlochtefeld1626]

@ The ABS has always worked well on my factory single disk HD Sport Glide. 🤷‍♂️. I will look for that clip with Buell CEO

[@Rockybalboa541]

@ yes a small single disc unlike the large perimeter disc. He also mentions it also because theres a lot of aftermarket options with dual discs. Which I agree. I personally dont care if it has the large single disc.

[@vernlochtefeld1626]

@@Rockybalboa541 Factory ABS with an aftermarket disk. 15”

[@johnmacias01]

I like the Buell SC & I placed my order/deposit. But now that certain parts are being changed. It makes me think, how can you make bikes great again? IMO if you start off by cutting the better options out.Maybe it’s time to cancel my order…

[@throttleblip9854]

Which parts are you referring to? I'll admit I'm an Ohlins guy but I know Fox makes some great stuff. I don't expect to have to change that out so I'm happy with the Fox setup. I like the perimeter brake but I've never had one so I guess I won't "miss" it.

[@leftfootfirst9847]

I have a deposit down too and now that they are not coming with the perimeter brake I'm on the fence. I ride a Buell XS12 and that brake is a big part of the Buell identity, I hope there is an option to keep it. As they develop the bike from the prototype that we all got excited about it seems to be getting worse every time, I know a lot is for legal reasons but I feel like some of it is losing the plot and we will end up with sportster clone.

[@johnmacias01]

@@throttleblip9854 Yes I'm referring to the perimeter brake and the front and rear suspension. I heard it wasn't going to Fox suspension?

[@MarkFrasca]

Good video man was that bike built in mid 90s

[@1190Shellback]

Did you scrape the pegs at all? I’ve never not scraped on a Harley so just wondering.

[@throttleblip9854]

I haven't. This thing is 50 degrees of lean angle where the Lowrider S is 31 I believe. A lot more room to push!

[@1190Shellback]

@ Nice! Thanks for reply, that’s right there at the super sport level… the more I learn about the super cruiser the more I like it.

[@Rem700R5MN]

Thought about it for quite a while before I decided to go ahead and send in my $1k. I don’t agree with most of the criticisms I’ve heard. I don’t give a shit about the exhaust, mirrors, signals, or decals/paint as I will change all of that. And I like the simple, minimal display, although I would prefer old school analog gauges. I do wish they had stuck with the perimeter brake, but I think it way come through as an option. If so, mine will have it. As for service, I live in western ND. I am likely gonna have to drive a full day just to pick it up. I will obviously be turning my own wrenches. I am fine with that, as long as Buell can provide a decent service manual.

[@DavidSmith-jj5pr]

still vaporware. cool idea, but vaporware

[@leward]

Anybody saying the mirrors, turn signals, exhaust, or suspension are deal breakers probably wasn’t planning to get the bike anyway.

[@DavidSmith-jj5pr]

ehhh kinda, suspension is a big one. but exhaust and mirrors yeah lol who cares, put on the cheapest crap required by regulations. it's getting tossed anyway 🤣

[@leward]

True, gotta have at least halfway decent suspension to start 😅 (luckily Fox is better than decent). But exactly to your point, those other parts are going to be tossed by most people for aftermarket options. Flush mount turn signals, tail tidy, that’s mandatory!

[@duncansharpe466]

Gday mate, my understanding is the bike stock is around $26k is that correct? If so that is a lot more even a Lowrider ST around $23k. Just my 2 cents worth. 😎

[@chinadyna612]

You get alot more bike too

[@mcnuggetapple]

You absolutely cannot go into a Harley dealer and leave with paying less than 25 out the door

[@ragingtyga]

​@@chinadyna612no.. You don't...

[@ragingtyga]

​@@mcnuggetapplereally? I've done that twice with my last two Harleys

[@mcnuggetapple]

@@ragingtyga yeah what did you get? A nightster?

[@CaptainsvLogs]

All's I want to know know is, who does the power feel compared to one of your beefed up HDs? When you pull up next to any Harley, do you feel as if you can blow 99.9% of them away?

[@MaddNomad1015]

It's crazy because the reservoirs look exactly the same as the ones on the Arch KRGT1, and that's a 80k bike. lmao. Im still excited for the bike though. Buell always reminded me of a motorcycle Shelby where there's some rawness/unrefined nature to it, but the performance is great.

[@Anton_G_604]

Great video, thanks for showing off the bike and the features. It looks a lot lower than the original prototypes from what I remember.

[@Picit-13]

Harley lost my business!! Looking forward to getting one!!! America!!!

[@lowmopar265]

I liked the idea. I've been following it for a while but with the close ups it looks cheap ? Unfinished? May be fast handle but the looks got a long way to go just my 2c..

[@crypto_que]

Did mans just flex on us with the Gore-Tex Vans? I can't find them anywhere and here he is just throwing them up on the shifter peg!

[@throttleblip9854]

LOL! I'm not technically not a shoe guy but I do collect the MTE2 and MTE3 because I love them and they are so hard to find now.

[@orli2940]

Just like you said Trotlebip, it’s still in the production process so let’s wait PLEASE… Yes I would to see same bike today as the RSD version but it’s what it’s… I just hope they can make the frame look better because it does look like your typical galvanized home pipes frame ..

[@ironerebus_syl12]

Reminds me of the XR1200 with a full rear fender and large fuel tank

[@victorparks5378]

For the pricing of this bike, Buell can do better with the instrumentation and turn signals ...they will have to do better!

[@alexdughman]

Great video and thank you. Im exited to get mine.

[@chinadyna612]

Do you know if there will be any Passenger options? i.E backrest, passager pegs

[@throttleblip9854]

Yes there will be passenger pegs. No backrest that I'm aware of but I'm sure you'll be able to ad one.

[@tawaitai]

Please do something more designer like to that rear fender supports it looks like a cheap dream!

[@tawaitai]

I fear the more changes they make the farther they get from the RSD design which is not a smart move.

[@sokodad]

Didn’t know they were out yet.

[@Osyrus48]

Checked it out in person. With an exhaust change, the machine will look good. I personally dont care for the turn signals and fluid reservoirs. I got a harley i personalized already. I need this for the performance. It’s funny to me that my bmw bone stock will smoke my harley that i upgraded from displacement to cams. Go harley for the looks, but for performance I need more than a harley. This seems to fit the bill. And i aint worried about $25k cuz i know i’d spend way more than that if i got a low rider s

[@larryserna8834]

Isn't it a little late to be changing parts out and make a Frame Adjustment? Why not make the changes, get the bugs out and then release it? Does Not inspire confidence in a brand new bike!

[@azadr9231]

I doubt it will be available before Q1 2026.

[@drewjackson4056]

Nice update man i need to come by and check it out

[@RitzCaraldo]

Doea the frame look different on this version or is it just me?

[@coltonclose8380]

Got my pre order, what kind of electronic controls are on the bike/going to be offered. ABS? Wheelie Control? ETC…..

[@veltdog09]

None of that lol

[@coltonclose8380]

@ that’s what I’m hoping just curious

[@clubstyleridahd4695]

Any dyno numbers yet? The 11,500 rpm limit is awesome!

[@Ronin_Moto_KTFU]

Ballpark 180 hp.

[@Matt-l9s]

I would have like to hear why Buell went with a chain instead of a belt. I’ll not guess as to why but let you fill us in. Many thanks for a your personal take on Version 2.

[@backroadbeetle4781]

it'll break a belt

[@Matt-l9s]

@@backroadbeetle4781 Is that because of the HP/Torque ratings?

[@backroadbeetle4781]

@Matt-l9s yeah, it's way too much. Also, spinning a belt at 130mph is way different than 185mph.

[@zachevans3658]

Why no bells and whistles. For the price it should have everything… cruise control, better screen and interface etc… the damn plastic reservoirs seriously… and the radiator isn’t blacked out again?? Killing me…. The entire bike should have a black out option. And damn that key placement! Shit. I want my bike super bad but I sincerely hope buell fixes all this.

[@metch8500]

i wish i had the money for this!! one day

[@backroadbeetle4781]

I cant buy a Buell without a perimeter brake and Buell Pegasus logo paintjob. So I'll probably have to wait a while, especially that I'd need ABS for greasy wet Oregon roads.

[@backroadbeetle4781]

ope, after hearing the fuel range, maybe it'll just be a bar hopper and not a daily bike. Guess it'll be a second bike.

[@SmittyAZ]

@@backroadbeetle4781 A raw, bar-to-bar, power cruiser? -- no cruise control, heated seats, grips, storage, range, wind protection, no luxury features, etc.

[@JAyy781]

Pretty sure the “SUPER CRUISER” tank decal is just for promotional purposes. I like the idea of the dual front brakes though, but that just my opinion.

[@seniorp9444]

The all in one digital gauge kills it for me. Don’t like the look and when it breaks you have no indicators at all.

[@yavuzyilmaz_01]

So this is not a owner review as you titled this video. Sponsored by Buell

[@throttleblip9854]

Not sponsored in any way.

[@shaggyofwv]

I’m all for more cruisers in the world. I’m a Harley guy, but I hope Buell can sell these bikes. We need more competition to bring prices down.

[@throttleblip9854]

And to get the best from each company. Manufactures tend to get "lazy" until they have some competition in the market. Glad someone else realizes that.

[@joeplem5329]

Will it do 150mph? 175hp I would think so instead of these built up Harley's that top out around 115 🤔

[@Dyna-mite154]

What 883 are you riding to top out at 115….. 🤣🤣🤦‍♂️

[@CTohdbld]

Fuel gauge?

[@Drez770]

What is the seat height?

[@shawnjoseph7522]

Buell had 2yrs since they displayed this bike why are they still trying to change parts up. Its 2025 soon. Not buying it

[@AMERICAFIRST54]

@@shawnjoseph7522 cutting cost most likely...

[@throttleblip9854]

The typical build cycle for bikes is 4 years. Most manufacturers just don't show you until it's completely done. So changes are normal you just normally don't get to see it. I get what you're saying for sure but I do like seeing the process in real time.

[@Dyna-mite154]

@@throttleblip9854 suspension changes are a key example of cost cuttings though.

[@Prometheus1979]

I have no questions about it. I don’t like it or want it.

[@throttleblip9854]

Nothing wrong with that. 🤝

[@nickb3099]

Look's crude, unfinished compared to a Harley. The pipe and radiator look hideous. The info screen looks like it belongs on a ADV bike. The seat look's nice, but it looks out of place on this bike. It just look's like a lot of parts pasted together. It is probably very fast, but will sound terrible. They should stick to sport bikes.

[@azadr9231]

You said everything I wanted to say. You'd need to put the finishing touches with your own money, which is ridiculous.

[@gutshot1244]

Hardly Davidsons are about as fun as farm tractors to ride though. This bike may actually be enjoyable

[@azadr9231]

@@gutshot1244 if you don't mind riding a gargoyle.

[@JAyy781]

This isn’t the finished production model. Give it time my man.

[@orli2940]

YES… give it time

[@stevenpierce4359]

I am to old ran off a cliff in Bakersfield cal in 711/23

[@coleyoung3200]

If you had to say 3 bad things about the bike what would they be

[@rocktauber]

The Frame is absolutely hideous. The Tank Logo is horrible. The Gauge Cluster is a budget Amazon Nav Screen. I think it fails when compared with anything else in its class. Same unfinished, bargain Harley parts bin assembly. Overall it isn't anything special.

[@marvelharris9540]

If it looked like the original roland sands prototype then it would be a winner... too many changes and cheapening. I'm out.

[@throttleblip9854]

Yeah I hear you. The Roland bike is NASTY but was never gong to be a production bike. Non compliant race exhaust, no signals, etc. All pretty easy fix. Hope you get to see one in person. Once you do you realize it's not that far off from his. Appreciate the comment.

[@5725Hurley]

That's bs...nothing like original design

[@miamjb]

A little overpriced for everything they have changed from the first one

[@throttleblip9854]

Version 1 or the prototype?

[@millertime269]

Who is buying that?

[@throttleblip9854]

Me.

[@orli2940]

Me too…

[@davidmatias6239]

I strongly disagree. The fit, and finish doesn’t look up to par, especially with those cheap plastic brake and clutch reservoir and the 1980 and entertainment system. If they want to compete with Harley, especially for the price tag that is being offered they had to give up a bit more.

[@davidmatias6239]

I strongly disagree. The fit, and finish doesn’t look up to par, especially with those cheap plastic brake and clutch reservoir and the 1980 and entertainment system. Turn signals lights, and also those $15.00 mirrors . Come on really!!! I don’t care if it’s settlement, but it has to be a little bit more narrow on the front side. If they want to compete with Harley, especially for the price tag that is being offered they had to give up a bit more.

[@tonyc1182]

I canceled my pre-order because of no ABS. Seat looks like 💩

[@arthurcutaiar9994]

27 m p g. Oh Hell No!

[@throttleblip9854]

I've also hammered it everywhere I go. My Harley only gets 33. That's the price we pay for big HP haha.

[@lokey5430]

Don’t you own it?

[@Benjiboy11]

This thing seems to have an identity crisis. It’s not aesthetically appealing or even finished if it wants to cruise with the likes of the low rider s&st, as well as the scout and several Indian models, none of which are to terribly far apart from the horse power and torque possessed by the Super Cruiser. I feel like they either need to improve it, aesthetically and leave the performance aspects of the bike alone or they need to focus a little more the performance aspects and make the chassis and plastics and extras on the bike as far as cosmetics as scant and minimal as possible. But as of right now, it’s a modified cruiser whose owner has attention deficit disorder and didn’t finish putting all of the cruiser amenities on the bike.

[@azadr9231]

Ugly ugly bike as it is now.

[@jessecannone1839]

Was so excited about this bike when they came out with the first concept… But it keeps getting worse and worse and worse… No, thanks, especially at that price point… My Harley pan, America kicks this Buells ass, other than maybe total horsepower and top speed… But in every other department, the Pan am is a much better looking bike, more versatile, and a much better value

[@DrDickason]

Great. Videos like this are why I have several bikes in my garage but no mortgage.

[@NicholasKominski]

I am sorry but FOX suspension is by far less superior to most of what is out there. Bike looks so cheaply made and not very well thought out. The frame just looks like a 2 year old designed it after looking at an FXR for too long and said how can we F^ck this up, just look at the rear fender section of the frame, lets just cut that off and put a plastic plug in it. how can we build this as cheaply as possible and make it look just as cheap and then slap a $26k price tag on it. My god the negative space around the headlight is ridiculous, talk about a poor design. Lets talk about how that radiator is most definitely going to end up with a rock in it and a nice big leak. Real smart putting the radiator right behind the front tire to fling everything right onto the radiator, even if it doesn't end up with holes in it from rocks, all the cooling fins will just end up damaged and causing poor air flow through radiator. RSD should have had nothing to do with the design of this bike. You would have had a 1000% better result allowing someone like Ryan Krusie designing it. My takeaway is simple, Buell is trying again, is going to fail again, and already the bike is priced about $15K to much for what you are actually getting for your money. I mean come on, you're not even getting Ohlin's suspension, that was the one thing it had going for it was it had real suspension, key word 'HAD" real suspension. for those of you that think FOX is a good alternative, do some research, it's not that great, its decent, but it's not legend's or Ohlins, or RWD. We also have no have no real information on the reliability of this new powerplant, Rotax is questionable.

[@AMERICAFIRST54]

Honestly, i dont like anything about it. Doesn't interest me at all. Also, I don't care about all the horse power.

[@Dyna-mite154]

Exhaust routing is queer.. I’d imagine that would be a stumbling block for a few manufacturers. Controls and switches look cheap and tacky Saddle men seat looks a little strange as well, cannot put my finger on what though. I could see the switch out of ohlins suspension being a big deal. But the biggest worry is about customer support. You do not have a built in network.

[@gregkoe60]

Pity it's friggin ugly.

[@crvzer]

Looks like a parts bin bike. Terrible styling.

[@user-gs3lf8ei7q]

Cruiser is right where buell belongs overpriced old tech

[@rocktauber]

Wow. It got real ugly. No Interest in it now.

[@ausforce1]

God lord, the quality of this bike is trash😂. Looks like a backyard shed build. I'm very disappointed.

[@ausforce1]

Wow, it's bad, really, really bad. How embarrassing for USA manufacturing that in 2024 a bike with this poor fabrication, materials, and covered in ebay parts. I would say it looks like a Chinese bike, but they haven't made bikes this bad for a decade, its not even up to the level of an india scooter manufacturer. Just think about that for a moment.

[@bobbyvegas666]

Overpriced grift , just ask Buell what ya don't get😂

[@clubstyleridahd4695]

Over priced? Superbike power and suspension on a fxr style frame.. Harley charges the same for a 90hp bike that weighs 700lbs