Having the bike longer than the normal week or so allowed me to get a better idea of running costs. It’ll certainly keep up with traffic and be pretty entertaining. Every morning, no matter how tired I was, no matter how horrible the weather, by the time I had reached the end of my road I was grinning. I personally like the Pirelli corsa diablo 3 tyres seem to work well. There is almost no bike in front of you and it gives the sensation of flying a few feet off the ground. Jan 22, Oddometer: And one of the things I learned quite quickly was that the brush guards not only protect delicate digits against the efforts of White Van Man, they’re also rather handy arff arff for keeping warm as well.

Log in or Join. Dec 17, Oddometer: It went well, stopped brilliantly, handled magnificently and made me laugh out loud more times than I can count. Another one Attached Files: And being an unselfish chap I took every opportunity to share that smile, whether by telling everyone who asked what a hoot I was having or demonstrating the Buell’s exuberance over speed bumps, mini roundabouts and the like.

They actually spin a bit higher and allow a higher top speed than the Riding, um, enthusiastically I got around miles to a tank.

Buell X airbox guard Supermotard-style crossbar handlebars Villain Black wheels, handlebars, handlebar clamp, license plate bracket Pirelli Scorpion Sync tires Buell ZTL braking system 43mm fully adjustable Showa upside-down fork Fully adjustable Showa rear shock absorber.

I personally like the Pirelli corsa diablo 3 tyres seem to work well. February lived up to expectations in many ways, and did in fact give me at least half a dozen nice days xb9sz enjoy.

Two new Buells Buell will add two new bikes to the Lightning range forand will also bring back the Lightning Then Buell added a few tweaks. Yes, even the worst possible place for a naked bike – the motorway – is bearable on the Buell.

The new Forza receives significant upgrades, lighter, smaller, more cb9sx and sportier than before.

Buell XR9SX City X

If ever a bike needed a hugger then this is it. Styled like a supermoto with wide inch rims” MCN Rating: I’ve never owned a Harley and to be honest didn’t expect to fall in love with this as much as I have It doesn’t bounce across the car park like the does at idle being a short stroke motor and is very vibe free GrainbeltApr 8, Hollow aluminium twin-spar frame doubles as the fuel tank. And everyone thought I looked as though I was having a ball.

I have a few miles of motorway to cover xb9sc my journey and the Buell saved me going to the gym. It would be a hard purchase to justify, but everybody should try one. Discussion in xb9zx Road Warriors ‘ started by nedodjijaApr 4, The rim mounted disc brake has a lot of initial bite and the wide motocross bars make weaving through traffic easy.

No, but I wanna be. Having the bike longer than the normal week or so allowed me to get a better idea of running costs. Jan 25, Oddometer: A hugger would cure most of that, though of course the shorty front guard would still allow the same to happen at that end.

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It did exactly xb9s I asked of it, no matter what, except for that one very icy morning when physics took over. I zb9sx a 08 and love it, one of the best all-rounders for street riding. That feelgood factor is something that is missing from far too many bikes on the market.

The quality of the fixings and bolts are not the best but easily rectified with aftermarket stainless quite cheaply. I couldn’t find anything else to criticise about this bike.

BUELL XB9SX CITY X () Review, Specs & Prices | MCN

For me, the handling was excellent. The power diff is easily made up with mods. Maybe it’s the eagerness of engine, belying its ancient design with a rev-happy nature accompanied by a fantastic soundtrack.