This just in: Buell Motorcycles are back in production. I wasn’t expecting that, but I’m glad to hear it.
The Hammerhead 1190 RX shown above is powered by a 72 degree, 1190cc V-Twin with 185 horsepower and 101 pound feet of torque. 355 pounds wet.
The 1190SX shown below has identical specs, but with more relaxed ergonomics including higher bars, lower pegs and a handmade seat.
Press release follows:
Grand Rapids, MI – Buell Motorcycles is back in production in America. The new Buell® Motorcycles will launch 10 performance models by the 2024 model year. The exciting models will be representative of the superbike performance and handling expected of the legendary Buell brand. Exciting times ahead for fans of American Motorcycles.
“Buell is back!” said Bill Melvin, CEO. “We are excited to bring Buell back with this awesome assortment of superbikes and performance motorcycles. We start with the fastest American production motorcycles, hand built in the USA, so that’s a nice start! We’re building out those platforms for more touring & adventure models, then we’re expanding our displacements to be competitive with other global brands. The passionate Buell Nation can grow and thrive again.”
Buell Motorcycle upcoming models will include variants for dirt, dual-sport, touring, and cruisers while expanding the line up to include medium and small displacement motors. Buell is also in the initial exploration phases for a high-performance Electric model and is open to collaboration ideas with other companies. The models currently in production are built by hand in Grand Rapids, Michigan and based on the high-performance 1190 platform, known for the innovation of Fuel in Frame, Perimeter Brake Rotor, exceptional handling, and high horsepower.
“Buell is known as the American brand for high performance, innovation, & adventure. Fast is fun again on a Buell. We will continue and expand on that,” said Melvin. “We have already launched a dirt bike with Cipala Racing that won an AMA Championship and Buell will be dominating at NHRA this year. Follow us Facebook and Instagram where we’ll showcase passionate fans, new developments, as well as racers and riders having fun on a Buell. The future will be fast and fun on a Buell.”
EBR Motorcycles acquired the Buell brand in early 2020 and began developments to bring Buell back. Buell will be present at Daytona Bike Week 2021 at J&P Cycles Destination Daytona Mega Store. Visit the Buell booth for gear, to view current models, and learn about the developments of the fast and fun American Motorcycle brand.
Buell is back and racing to the future!
stephen bogert says
looks like a De Walt!
Beau Nydle says
Dammit, unable to unsee now.
JP Kalishek says
I wish them good luck. They’ll need it trying to make a go here in MI.
Patrick JEANTAUD says
I wish them all the best.
I’m still happy with my XB12SCG here in France.
JesCol says
Buell had such a great look with the Lightning. They need to make the 1190SX look more in line with the 1190 Pegasus Typhoon
Mick says
I’m pleased to see them back, but, couldn’t they get the arse any higher? What’s that all about? It offends my eyes.