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2008 Liquid-Cooled Buell 1125R

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The following announcement is from the Buell Motorcycle Company concerning the first liquid-cooled Buell street machine. The 2008 1125R will deliver a claimed 146 crankshaft horsepower from a newly designed 1125cc DOHC V-twin developed in conjunction with BRP-Rotax. Buell states the 1125R will be available in dealerships in late 2007. Here is the official press release from Buell.
EAST TROY, Wis. (July 8, 2007) – The Buell Motorcycle Company is set to break the convention of the superbike category with the Buell 1125R, an all-new, litre-class motorcycle that delivers an artful balance of street and track performance. Rooted in the core design principles and character that have defined Buell motorcycles for 25 years, the 1125R offers power, handling and agility that will take its owner to a new level of riding experience. The Buell 1125R joins the XB and Blast as a third and distinct Buell motorcycle platform. The Buell 1125R is expected to arrive in Buell dealerships in late 2007.

"We designed the 1125R from the rider down," said Erik Buell, chairman and chief technical officer at Buell Motorcycle Company. "The 1125R takes Buell to a new level of performance, while continuing to embrace the fundamental Buell principals of motorcycle design and offering a great motorcycle riding experience."

The Buell 1125R riding experience derives not just from its power, but from a carefully considered combination of engine performance, precise-and-agile handling, advanced aerodynamics, and superior rider environment and control, all packaged with distinctive styling that leaves many of the motorcycle's mechanical components exposed.

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New V-Twin Muscle
The Buell 1125R Helicon engine is a new 1125cc DOHC V-Twin, the first liquid-cooled engine to power a street-legal Buell motorcycle. This compact, 72-degree engine is the result of a collaboration between Buell and BRP-Rotax, a leader in the development and manufacture of advanced engines for recreational products. The Helicon engine was designed to Buell specifications and is exclusive to Buell. It will be manufactured in Austria by BRP-Rotax. The most-powerful street-legal engine ever offered by Buell, the Helicon engine is rated at 146 crankshaft horsepower, and is designed to deliver optimized usable power, with a broad powerband across its 10500 rpm range. Its V-Twin design retains the styling and character that has always defined the Buell riding experience.

The engine is cradled in a new Buell Intuitive Response Chassis (IRC) with massive, rigid aluminum spars that double as the fuel reservoir. The new 1125R sticks to the three tenants of the Buell Trilogy of Technology – chassis rigidity, low unsprung weight and mass centralization – to deliver race-inspired agility and handling. The all-new front fairing and radiator cowling was developed using the latest computational fluid dynamics (CFD) models to provide superior aerodynamics, rider comfort, and efficient air flow to longitudinal radiators and a ram-air intake system.

The front wheel is supported by 47 mm inverted forks. A new Buell ZTL2 front brake features an eight-piston calliper based on the brake developed for the Buell XBRR racing motorcycle. A smooth-shifting six-speed transmission is mated to a new HVA (Hydraulic Vacuum Assist) Slipper Action clutch that uses engine vacuum to boost clutch-lever action and to provide a "slipper" effect when the engine is down-shifted at speed. A new under slung muffler has dual brushed stainless steel outlets.

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The Buell 1125R offers an athletic riding position. Quiet Zone aerodynamics are achieved by managing air flow around the rider for enhanced performance and comfort. The toe levers on both the brake and shift foot controls are adjustable to match rider foot size. The instrument cluster features a large analogue tachometer and a digital speedometer, plus an Onboard Diagnostic Information System (O.D.I.S.) screen and other interactive features. The fairing shape is inspired by the Buell XBRR and features six-bulb headlamps. LED turn signals are integrated into the mirror housings.

The Buell 1125R is available with Midnight Black bodywork, Diamond Blue wheels, Diamond Blue frame and swingarm, and Fusion Bronze engine trim.

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phk6 · Nearly there... Joined: 24 Apr 2006 Karma :

now as a whole i like buels but that nose fairing is rank Sick

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jackw72 · World Chat Champion Joined: 18 Nov 2006 Karma :

i really like the look of the other buells.

this however just looks like a lightning with a busa like front end. Sick

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MarJay · But it's British! Joined: 15 Sep 2003 Karma :

Its just reduced the value of my bike by about two grand though! Sad

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gazzabo · Scooby Slapper Joined: 13 Jun 2007 Karma :

Well i like it , coooooooool . but prob a bit pricey . Crying or Very sad

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The Tot · World Chat Champion Joined: 11 Jun 2004 Karma :

Some FAT AMERICAN FUCK decided to sit on a ducati 916 nosecone and thought, WOAAH, this is gonna be a classic! And shoved it on thinking it'll match the duke for its magnificent beauty - oh how naive the Yanks are!
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byke95 · World Chat Champion Joined: 25 Mar 2004 Karma :

Looks = 5/10
Sound = 9/10

Torque = a pull-your-arms off 10/10!! Cool

JakeyR · World Chat Champion Joined: 25 Nov 2006 Karma :

Looks like someones got a picture of the front end of a bike and just stretched it out.. Fugly.
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Reppyboyo · Nearly there... Joined: 15 Sep 2006 Karma :

Damn that thing is ugly.

Might make a nice naked tho.

Ariel Badger · Super Spammer Joined: 02 Dec 2006 Karma :

I like the look of it very much. Then again I am told that I am odd.
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Diggs · World Chat Champion Joined: 03 Apr 2007 Karma :

Why didn't they go for a naked bike without a turd for an exhaust? I'm sure its a belter to ride, but its uglier than Les Dawson in drag...
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MarJay · But it's British! Joined: 15 Sep 2003 Karma :

It does remind me a little of that episode of the Simpsons where Homer designs a car for his brother Herb... Laughing

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Still, I like it! (the Buell I mean!)
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lilredmachine · World Chat Champion Joined: 24 Jan 2005 Karma :

gimme a naked version without the handbag nosecone thing and i'd die there and then.
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St0rmer66 · World Chat Champion Joined: 27 Nov 2005 Karma :

I prefer the looks of the XB12R (like MarJay has) but this one has a better engine and probably better aerodynamics so it would be better to ride..
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bish777 · World Chat Champion Joined: 11 Nov 2004 Karma :

Thank christ, buell have finally put a motor in that frame that actually makes sense rather than the old cement mixer engine previously used.
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dainesefreak · World Chat Champion Joined: 04 Apr 2003 Karma :

Definitely a squashed 916 nose cone. Thumbs Down

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MarJay · But it's British! Joined: 15 Sep 2003 Karma :

blimey the first time Buell makes a bike that could be considered modern, and people rubbish it! Wink

the only bike on my "Potential replace XB12R with" list was the 2007 CBR600RR, now that has been crossed off and Buell is on there again!

Honda's are too bland don'tchaknow! Smile

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