Anyone owned a Buell Ulysses?

[unclebilly]

I’m tempted to buy a Buell. Anyone had one?

[Jeff Higgins]

While I have never owned one, I find it interesting that no less than Peter Egan himself bought one new, still owns it, and has many times declared it his own personal favorite motorcycle. Pretty strong endorsement.

Buells (the Sportster based ones) never did well as erstwhile Ducati competitors. Oh, they had the speed and handling, they just didn't hold up to constant, high rpm on road use. The Ulysses operates in a far different environment, wherein the deep down torque (and the very narrow platform) really shines. At least that's what Mr. Egan says.

[varmint]

Originally Posted by Jeff Higgins

While I have never owned one, I find it interesting that no less than Peter Egan himself bought one new, still owns it, and has many times declared it his own personal favorite motorcycle. Pretty strong endorsement.

Buells (the Sportster based ones) never did well as erstwhile Ducati competitors. Oh, they had the speed and handling, they just didn't hold up to constant, high rpm on road use. The Ulysses operates in a far different environment, wherein the deep down torque (and the very narrow platform) really shines. At least that's what Mr. Egan says.

Had a 97 cyclone. Would hunt monsters up in the canyons. It kicked ass until parts started falling off.

That and the red headed step child treatment from the dealerships.

[GDSOB]

I bought an 08 xt new and still have it. Great bike. I don't ride it much any more but when I do I always remind myself to never sell it, while laughing at what a hoot it is.

Aside from normal maintenance which is really oil, filter, and lube changes, the only issue I've had was mystery ignition problems caused by a cracked ecu connector. The plastic seat pan flexes which puts the riders weight on the connector. An EBR Race ECU relocated out of harms way solved the problem.

The only other problem is the rear wheel bearing can go and there is an update for that. I'm not a big guy and don't ride through water so I just keep an eye on it..

Its really a different bike than just about anything out there. It vibrates like hell below 3k rpm, signs off at 6k and revs willingly, but still loads of torque. It feels extremely light, handles great, and has an all day seat plus luggage.

Ride one and see if he what you are looking for.

[legion]

How his naked ears were tortured, with tales of Buell Ulysses....

Wait....this isn't the Ginger Baker thread....

[unclebilly]

Originally Posted by Jeff Higgins

While I have never owned one, I find it interesting that no less than Peter Egan himself bought one new, still owns it, and has many times declared it his own personal favorite motorcycle. Pretty strong endorsement.

Buells (the Sportster based ones) never did well as erstwhile Ducati competitors. Oh, they had the speed and handling, they just didn't hold up to constant, high rpm on road use. The Ulysses operates in a far different environment, wherein the deep down torque (and the very narrow platform) really shines. At least that's what Mr. Egan says.

I read his review and based on this am thinking ‘maybe’...