Buell Motorcycles 1985-2009
Author | : R.M. Clarke |
Publisher | : Brooklands Books Limited |
Total Pages | : 0 |
Release | : 2010-10-15 |
ISBN-10 | : 1855208946 |
ISBN-13 | : 9781855208940 |
Rating | : 4/5 (46 Downloads) |
Book excerpt: The first Buell motorcycle, the RW750, was built in 1985 purely for competing in the AMA Formula 1 motorcycle road racing championship. Buell later turned his focus towards racing-inspired, street-going machines using engines manufactured by Harley who, in 1998, purchased majority control of Buell and has been a subsidiary since that time. Buell engines - which are modified Harley Davidson Sportster engines - are designed to be street-friendly both in fuel efficiency and power. They are also simple and easy to maintain. Erik Buell brought flair and innovation to both his racing and street going machines.