I GOT A BUELL! Hammerhead 1190 First Ride and Review
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It's been awhile since I've had the pleasure of riding a motorcycle by Buell, so come along as I take their new superbike for a spin!
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CHAPTERS
0:00 Intro
1:19 History
4:56 Specifications
8:07 First Impressions
8:49 Sound Check
9:20 Shifting
10:24 Ride Quality
11:31 Ergonomics
12:20 Braking
14:10 Power
18:01 Heat Management
18:48 Twisties
23:04 Freeway Riding
28:19 Final Impressions and Verdict - Komedie
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Quirks and features? Doug? is that you? 😂😂
Freudian slip perhaps
Is he wearing two tshirts?
I've noticed Yammie saying quirks and features on a few videos recently. Don't know if it's intentional, but it definitely immediately reminded me of Doug.
I was just about to comment on that aswell lol
he also said "and then we're gonna take it out on the road and see what it's like to ride" which is almost word for word what doug says before he goes into the quirks and features
Buell has struggled throughout, but never pretended to be an Italian superbike or a Japanese one. For that, respect.👍💪
Those vents on the side really makes the name Hammerhead fit this so damn well.
What a beast.
S1000 vibes belong in S1000’s.
At least they gave it a shark name
@@MarissaTheMuseit doesn’t look like a S1K I sell those things please stop
@@JNAMOTORSPORTS s1000 and Ducati to a different extent/in a different way have a monopoly on shark design especially when it comes to the stylized gills look.
That is a s1000 design trait, whether you think the bike looks like one overall is besides the point.
they have a monopoly on something you can't really patent??? i guess they're all copying the wright brothers using wings, foils, and spoilers.@@MarissaTheMuse
The big Buell's have always reminded me of the RC8. Glad someone's still making an absolute raw monster of a sport bike.
Less tech more ride
Thanks for having Buell on the channel, we are working hard on them.
Thank you guys for your work on these wonderful bikes. Personally, I’m thrilled for the super cruiser
Great work thanks
How do I make my buell run again it's a 500 blast it ran out of gas and won't start now. Please. 😢
@@nowloading6857did you try putting more gas in it
Had a 1996 s2-t sadly got totaled earlier this week
Never heard of buell bikes before but, when I imagine an all American superbike this is just the thing, raw af, no electronic aids, sounds like a 70s muscle car, and that whine when you let off the throttle? Just awesome.
Well, it goes bankrupt every 10 year 😂
@@jkfsz Erik Buell sold the majority stake of both his ventures to a big bike company (HD and Hero) and both times they rug pulled him. The bikes themselves actually sold really well. This venture is self funded by the new CEO, so no risk of corporate fuckery
@@garyknoetze we will see. 🙂
You never heard of Buell? You must be new to this.
@@Shah_creates incidently, yes I am new to motorbikes, bought my first one at the end of August so this is all a learning experience tbh
As Australia found out with holden.. if you want these brands to stick around.. you gotta actually buy the thing.. so get out there and keep them building American made stuff
My EBR 1190rx has been my dedicated track and race bike for 9 years. Only issue has been bad ignition coil. Once you get her set up right, they handle like a dream!!
Happy to see they are still making motorcycles, and they have there own engines thats a major up grade, Bravo. I like the bikes with the old throttle cable.
they have always had there own motors. they just also used harley motors they have always had both
@@infesting1125r had a Rotax motor didn't it?
Still a rotax made motor. It was never a “rotax motor” buell sent them the specks to be made the way they wanted. Rotax was just the machine shop. The motor isn’t in anything but a buell and ebr motorcycle.
@@nikolas70301190 is the same
No man, it was Harley and than rotax
I always kinda loved the look of the old Buells back in the 00s - they had short wheelbases & were very flickable, wheelied easily, stoppied easily - those who wanted to do stunts tended to get them. Pretty much the only American bike I was really interested in buying. Never really got the Harley vibe, but these were pretty capable bikes at the time & had a number of innovations like the fuel in frame (and iirc engine oil in the swingarm..?) & those mahoosive radial disk hoops.
Yesss I’m trying to find an early Buell XB12S
That's what I'm saying! I really want a Buell XB12SCG! The short wheelbase and the torque of those bikes, mixed with the low centre of gravity make it among the most fun bikes someone will ever ride! It's a shame people don't give them a chance!
Dont tell people they are good for stunting lol im enjoying my sub $50 a month insurance 😂
@@PeterOlson-tt2bj that cat's long, long out of the bag. But if folks want to do stunts without trashing their ride they should fit stunt bars.
Dude, I love that bike. I love the minimum amount of tech. Too many people rely on tech instead of relying on the seat of your pants feel. I'm giving this bike some serious consideration. I was looking at another brand, but, I like the visuals in your review. She's fantastic. Amazing she comes race ready right out of the box.
It's also really expensive to develop riding aids tech :)
Get the Buell
I had one a few years ago. Only problem is parts. It may take a bit more of a struggle to find them.
Exactly.. I know it's hardly a comparison, but my hot rodded 1989 HD FXRS with an S&S 96 is cable throttle.. it's too old for tech.. no ABS, no rain modes.. nothing fancy. You have to love the relationship with the bike you get when you are not dependent on everything else telling you what you should be feeling.
Who doesn't like a Sorge Of Turk? 😂 That Buell must be fun. Yam was forgetting how to talk the whole video. Well done Buell and fun, very complete video , Yammie.
that roll-off throttle whine is divine.
Kinda reminds me of an Ems or some siren when engine braking
Like a damn jet lol
I was thinking the same. Came looking for someone who also liked it.
The throttle cable alone makes me want it.
Yep, I am glad that there is some analog biking still possible
New motorcycle specs unlocked: swords of turk.
Buell hammerhead:
Torque - 101.6ft-lbs
Hp - 185 @ 10,y00 rpm
Swords of turk - 50 YAMS
Love twins. Love old school. Love minimum tech. Love the new Buell. Brings back complete riding skill without all the BS.
You should look into Royal Enfield. Their build quality is great now. The price is right, minimal tech, and their new 650 twins are pretty sweet. The most advanced tech you'll find on their bikes is an lcd fuel display and fuel injection. (The new Himalayan that's coming in about year does have ride by wire though)
You know i can get a used ducati 996 in perfect condition one owner for 9 grand
And that is exactly what you described. Old school twin, even has a dry clutch, no rider aids no abs not even an ECU because they have carbs. Oh the sex appeal of riding a 916/996/998 or 748, is superior to all other motorcycles.
Women will look at you like a tall glass of water on a hot summer day. If you're a good looking man in your 20s anyways. Love it
That first pull looked like the quick shifter was working real smooth
Have to admit it grew on me during your demo. As a 69 year old who never made it past 18 (maximum) I can definitely see one of these making it into the stable.
Thx!
Yes! I have on older 2014 1190RX ! It’s a pretty sweet bike , hope you enjoy this Buell.
LOL, this is basically that same bike. Old EBR inventory is getting sold off for the modern M1000RR prices...
@@Andrei_K1G1K you are joking Right? This is basicaly a Aprilia Rsv mille
@@Subaruktm Nope. He even says it in the video. It's the same old stuff from back mid teens. After ABR went bust, a financial company bought that inventory and is selling them off at a premium. 🤷♂
@@Andrei_K1G1K. That is just sad.
I had four EBR bike 1 SX and 3 RX I've sold 2 RXs one with 2.1 miles and the other with 12.2 miles last year. I ride my other RX as much as possible and it's been a really good riding bike and I'm glad it was made for a taller person in mind.
Buell was screwed over by HD and they were never able to be profitable because of what they were charged for parts. The ulysses was phenomenal.
HD screws over everyone, mainly by what they charge for their loud and SLOW P'sOS.
I still miss the HD engines..
@@kennethhacker3014 Why?? They were garbage and 10 years behind the Japs. Now they're 20.
My ulysses is the best bike I ever owned. 110k
@@thomassimpkins4986 Wow. You should definitely buy a lottery ticket.
Been riding for 2+ years here in the UK with zero rider aids. No TC no ABS or 6 axis IMUs and honestly it's fine, personally the raw feel of a bike is way better than anything with rider aids like that, so nice to see a modern bike with older technology keeping it true. And those straight cut gears off the throttle, so sick
I’ve had mine for almost a year and absolutely love it. I got a cheaper model that comes with unpainted carbon fiber bodywork that looks amazing. Very nimble in traffic, tons of power. The microphone didn’t do justice to the sound of that engine. It’s a screamer.
being a long time rider of Buell xb12s.. I am happy they have found their way back
This is exactly what Buell should have done since the first Hammerheads rolled off the assembly line years ago now! For a boutique brand with basically a non existent advertising budget it’s guys like Yam who are going to get these bikes the brand recognition they so desperately need.
The track I usually go to named Jennings GP and I believe the current track record was made by Nicola Canepa, a former MotoGP rider, on an EBR 1190. I am not sure the submodel nor the mods on that bike but from the record time I can tell, the bike is a beast! I saw good riders on track do 1:20 or even 1:19 and I also saw great riders on CZcams do 1:18 low but the record is 1:13 something. Can not believe it!
Jennings….a great track in Georgia!!
Nicolo canepa
I'VE BEEN BEGGING THEM TO GET SOMEONE TO REVIEW ONE FOR YEARS 😂😂😂😂
about time someone gives some love to buell. buell rider for years
Buells' are what turned me onto naked bikes. It's a very different product now tho. That Sorge of Turk is something.
The only way they can grow their company is if they released a budget friendlier model that’s exactly what other luxury sports vehicle companies have done in the past, there is no way the average sport bike rider will drop that much on a bike that’s in the same category as a cbr or s1k
I would do dirty things to get hold of a Buell Supercruiser. It seems like Buell has finally got their shit together and is cranking out straight wins.
What's your email 📧 🤣🤣
@@boris2997 Show me the Supercruiser first 😄
@@neighbourhoodmusician Lmao 🤣
Absolutely love my 1190! So glad Yam's got to ride one finally.
I'm happy to see that Buell is still around. While I didn't like the sound at idle (I agree it seems like the idle speed is set too low), it sounds great under load. The pull on that thing is insane. I was thinking what the hell were they thinking when you said the price, but after seeing it move, it could be worth it to someone that wants an analog experience.
I started on a small cc thumper with 50hp. It wasn't much but after I tuned it and lightened up the frame a smidge and changed the gears it felt nice. It goes to show a well tuned bike will allways feel better then a bunch of power but not being well tuned. A decent amount of HP with the right amount of torque and a good tune will allways put performe a bike were they just toss power at you.
I've still got my 05 XB12R . . . after all these years I finally have to replace the belt.
It's been a terrific bike. I still love it!
Definitely looks great. I absolutely love the color and the side vents that resemble a shark. It looks absolutely awesome. But I don't think I'd pay that price tag of over $20k considering what the other manufacturers offer for that price. And I'm definitely not a fan of the sound of the V-twin. However, I'm really glad to see that Buell making a come back. I really hope they keep putting out good bikes and maybe one day I'll get to ride one.
I inherited a Buell and even though it's a totally different machine from a different time, it seems the vibe is the same.
Rides like the torque is infinite and even has the idle that feels like it's always almost about to die
Great video Yam! I’ve always liked the Buell’s and what they have coming out soon. Can’t wait to see your video of the Buell on the track. 🇺🇸
Coolest bike yet in my opinion. Love that pant job. Love the name. Sounds amazing. Great vid!
I have a 2017. Love tis bike, me an her have been through a lot. Kept her on the road all the years there were no factory support. This has made me an expert on these bikes, overhauled 3 engines. She is now upgraded with new fairings, carbon fiber everything, and a paint scheme no one else have.
Had my 2007 XB12ss since then till now( had the M2 before the XB) riding since 1973 in Australia & Buell is by far best road nil I have had( better than my Jap,bmw& Ducati bikes owned pre Buell
Nothing gets. away on a tight mountain road!
Gotta love Erik( lovely guy,met him when he came here)as was said…own the corners!:-)😅
Man I have always loved Buell. Love to see it.
Same. I never cared if they were good or not they just look stunning.
@TheLiamis nah not a fan
Yes I was dying for you to review this motorcycle finally 👏👏👏
Been waiting on this! Haven't even watched yet and I'm excited as hell
The buell are amazing bikes I have an 1190 and can say enough how well it rides and how great it feels
Yo yammie, I’ve had a Buell for three months. Geeze young man you’re behind. Love the vids. Love that bike.
Looks beautiful and calm there. So much traffic now that it's not that fun riding a bike now.
I bought my '05 Lightning XB12 SCG and added the factory race ECM and pipe and it was the best handling bike I ever owned. My reason for buying was also because it was the only American sport bike out there. It wasn't the fastest bike but, did have a lot of torque and could do a burn out starting from a dead stop in 5th gear. I was glad they went to KTM for more power but, I stopped riding triple digit HP bikes by then, I currently own a vintage RD400 and a new XR150.
1190sx?? I had no idea. I was already excited about this review. Wowzers. Need to check it out.
Yams lookin pretty slick with that Revit jacket and that freedom edition paint
Great to see Buell back! I love my XB12R Firebolt I bought new and have been looking at an EBR, but I might need to check out New Buell!
Glad buelle is back. I ride a fireblade and not really into cruisers........ but I'd love to have one of their new super cruisers coming out.
It's awesome watching you guys cover my bike!! It was great riding the Hammerhead this summer!
Have a pre order in for the Buell Super Cruiser which has the same engine. Finally a cruiser that gets my attention.
I’ve owned Buells for many years. They aren’t always the fastest but they are fun! The massive amount of torque is where this bike shines above the rest.
Only ever seen in person 1 buell, it was at a ducati store in Rome last month. Always been stunning bikes and ive always wanted 1.
Thank you so much for enjoying another Buell. I might just need that SX to compliment my XB12SS
I have an xb and an 1125. You need to ride one with a rotax your xb is going to feel so slow afterward.
I’ve ridden one, and I’d like one as well. Never ditching my XB though
I fell in love ever since I watched Niccolò Canepa's onboard at JGP on the EBR 1190.
Some insanely fuckin' fast laps.
ive always loved the looks and sounds of buell. add an old glory paint scheme to it and its just that much more awesome.
Super Kool had to ride a Buell 500 for my endorsement 🎉🎉🎉 Really Kool they are making a come back 🎉🎉
the anticipation for the outro was the best I´ve seen so far! hahahahahaha and I´ve been wathcing for YEARS!
one of the most badass paint schemes ive seen in recent memory
I would buy one but they don't hold their value and I'm not prepared to take in in the shorts to get one. If they were priced more aggressively I would do it.
@@michaelmurdock4607 Inevitably I always sell. And on to the next thing.
My dad bought a brand new 2005 XB12R back in the day, he still owns it now.
It’s done 103,000 kms. The only thing he has replaced is one O2 sensor and fuel filter
I met a guy whom was proud of his beast of a Buell bike. He was revving the engine talking about how powerful what magic it was. It sounded beastly and that was about 7 or 8 years ago roughly. It was a sport bike. Yes I had to ask him about it when I saw that Buell name on the side.
Geometry is crucial, 485mm from top of the lower tree to center axle. Rear sag 25-30mm, front 30mm front for track use.
Omg finally a video on one of these new ones
Personally, I really liked the exposed fans of the 1190 quite a bit more than the vents on this one. Either way it looks pretty awesome and that RC8 style single headlight is very good looking.
Enjoyed listening to someone else speaking about the brand. I can’t wait to see more things from them. Especially the upcoming Supercruiser. But then got to actually watching the video and thought “oh wow. Yam has the same gloves I do!” Totally lost focus after that 😅 still, great video as usual
Been waiting for a review on this
Realistic review. And dialed in on the track with a minimum of preparation it reveals its full potential. Oh and switch that TC off 😉
Great to see you guys here
The 1125 motor was Erik’s design just manufactured by Rotax in Australia. I am sure it still shares a lot with the 1190.
I havent watched the track video yet but rode a Buell on track for 100+ hrs & want to mention an advantage of the radial rotor, when you brake in a corner the bike doesn't want to stand upright...as much.
I've owned 2 Buells and I sure would love to make it 3. After you start riding V twins everything else kinda sucks for street riding
Knew two different guys who each had a Buell. One had the XB9R Firebolt, and the other had the 1125R. They are incredibly interesting motorcycles. I'm not sure if Yams mentioned it in the video because I had it on in the background, but the oil in the older models was housed in the swing arm of the bike. Really interesting. And they are LOUD. Like, you think a straight piped Harley was obnoxious, Buell bikes are on another level lol the 1125R would consistently set off car alarms, even in open areas.
I have been waiting for an American sport bike! I hope the next generations of this bike will improve.
I agree the older buells vibrated like a Harley. My buddy had a 2006 kickstand vibrated off while riding.Try that nightmare!throttle stuck on him and it was full throttle too!Not impressed at all with it and he sold it shortly after.Good idea saved his life I'm sure.
I got ya beat: my front fairing shook off. But that 95 S2 handled so well, I still have dreams about it.
I love that you showed a blast! i own one, and it's a great little bike
I would like that to be my first bike, I see a few cheap ones on Marketplace, is it easily serviceable by mechanics? Many vids here on CZcams say to not get one
@@MrDanielSolano007 Thr blast is my first bike, and i think its super easy to work on. other then the carb, i dont think you'll have many issues with it. i dumped mine and broke the shift lever, and still rode it home.
I cant say about mechanics servicing it, since i do that myself. Its a simple bike and a great one to learn on
@@sinlapse13 thanks for the reply, I have been eyeing a really low mileage one asking price 1900$ might have to get soon
The Buell S2 was the most amazing handling bike I have ever owned. Telepathic handling. Untethered from HD, this bike has gotta be amazing.
my brother has a firebolt xb12r and its a fantastic bike. im sure the 119 is fantastic as well. something fun about having vtwin characteristics on a sporty frame.
This is an amazing review. Thank you for being honest about everything. I haven't bought a new streetbike since I purchased my 1987 CBR600 Hurrincane the first day it landed on my dealers showroom floor. I want a new bike now at 60 years old. GREAT REVIEW. Tryin to decide between this and a Truimph 1200 RR. This is the best paint job a patriot could ever desire!!! USA USA USA
Try to test ride both. I would hope you’d buy the Buell, just Cuz, MERICA, but I have ridden the 1200 RR Triumph and it was amazing, an absolute powerhouse. Ended up buying a Tuono V4 instead, but I didn’t even know these Buells were actually in production again!
I wanted a Buell Firebolt for the longest time just because of its unique factor, I don’t like having what everyone else has, I like being the black sheep 🐑 this might be a future consideration for me! Thanks Papa Yam 🍠
Get one I have a 2009 xb12r firebolt the way it handles and the freaking torque makes it super fun. Its nice to be able to have something different and unique when going on rides etc
Man cool bike but still sucks to see the sv1000s still being forgotten this bike reminds me so much of it from the sound to how it seems to ride if you see this yammy you should totally look into the sv1000s
The 1125 won the AMA 2009 Championship. The why Buell Amd HD parting.
That whining sound off throttle is awesome.
I had a ‘97 Lightning. Loved it. Fast, torquey, and ate up the twisty canyon roads. The only downside was finding a Harley mechanic that could or would work on it. I hope they got that part worked out.
My dad has an 06 xb12 lightning lowered with tail shortened, exhaust, etc. cool bike, way more sporty than youd expect for the brand
I love the whining sound it has. You can especially hear it when it goes down the RPM range. Kinda sounds like it has straight cut gears.
man that thing sounds AWESOME
Yam, I think you will love the Buell Super Cruiser
Loved the quirks&features thing and the redhead stepson lol 😂😂😂😂
HD was THE worst thing that happened to Erick and his/ours American sport breed bikes dream, dough the Rotax ones were quite fine at their job on track or interstate, and the sportster ones are just fine as first “fast bike” for a track trainee which was Eric first idea, much more as a Running Wild diesel tractor HOTROD like for the son of a old school deathangels kind of guy
Love to see a new Triumphant return for EBR and that someone dedicated to track and bike soul like you not just purchasing one of them but also gifting the brand with thousand views 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉 which is what really needed
I wish I had a XB9, I think for me it is perfect at every design and performance aspect and solid as a rock
Been a fan of the channel and every bike testing from you Noob for years, great, cool and nice this youtube era
All the best brother
I had a Buell M2 loved it.
I have been eying one of the 1190 Hammerheads for a little bit, and God DAMN I want one really, really bad now!!
I ride 1 of 10 made white 2017 EBR 1190rx. It’s tuned from EBR with HMF 70mm pipes and stock gearing and it is sick. Nothing handles like it Bruddah! There are razor blades out there but only one scalpel! That bike is a supreme workout in the track. There is not to much to save you and it ls Very Angry! Before I rode this bike the Danktona Sex75 was quickest shiftiest bike I was on.
Damn how awsome!!!! My dreambike! I've a Buell XB12S, it's the worst decision i ever made, the coolest bike i have.
I would really like to see you try their new super cruiser that they are building!!!!
Can’t wait for you to get your hands on the super cruiser 👀
I want to see your and Brandon’s reaction on the track with it
Finally someone big does a video on them again
pretty bike, well done !
There is no denying that the bike has attractive styling.