Buell Cyclone M2 reviews

If you still have the the fuel canister on the bike get rid of it (vapor lock). Show less

Without a doubt the most smiles-per-mile of any bike I have ever owned! It's truly an awesome Street Bike, meaning it's not street bike trying to pose as a race bike. It's got fantastic performance from 0 to 120 mph, stump-pulling torque, and carves up a back road with ease. I did a 400+ mile day last week in the CA foothills, all twisties, all day. I ride the bike fairly hard, wearing the tires all the way to the edge. (I did have to raise the footpegs to get clearance, my only real complaint about the bike). I have had one rockerbox leak at about 10000 miles. This bike is super easy to live with and maintain, I can't wait to see what this new model is going to be. Show less

I bought this bike in May 2000. It's been on many short trips and a few longer ones. The problem I've had is when the tank gets down to about 2 gallons, it runs rough and sometimes stalls. This happens at ANY speed. Even on the freeway. SCARY! Been in the shop three times for this. Dealer "can't find the problem" AAARRRGGGGGG! I've checked the tank vent, the petcock, the fuel tubes in the tank. Even had the dealer install a jet kit, but it did not cure the problem. Please email me with any ideas on how to solve this. Other than that, it's been a lot of fun to ride. It scores a "10" on the Cool Factor. Also, I had to replace the air cleaner unit after I found a tennis shoe on a blind right-hander. Show less

All that we have encountered have meet or exceeded or exspectations. The rough rumble of Harley at low RPM , then the smooth acceleration from idle. No problems encountered so far. The oil tight and good looks with compliments from almost all. Show less

Does anyone remember Erik Buells marketing? Buell- American Motorcyle Buell- Handling 101 Buell- It comes from the soul not a project planning committee Why does Buell no longer care about this. Because Buell American Motorcycle is out of business. Now it's Harley- Davidson / Buell. And everyone knows how reputable Harley is. Show less

I have a 99 M2, have been riding imports for 28 years (GS, FJ, etc.) This is without a doubt the best handling, stopping'est, stump pullin'est bike of all. With mild mods to the intake and exhaust, this thing is an animal! Wheelies, O' yea! 5th gear spurts from 80 to 100 in seconds, uh'huh! Personality. . . . like nothing else I have ever known. Reliable, no oil leaks (my biggest concern when purchasing), and has been an excellent all around, tourer, sport charger, crusier, and end of the day therapy prescription. Do I like it? Yep. Is it for everybody? Nope. But if you like surprises, an M2 will reward you daily. I smile almost everytime I ride it. At over 7000 pretty hard miles, it runs better than ever. I would not hesitate to get another M2. Show less

I test rode a 2000 cyclone with the factory race kit. I did not expect the bike would be as good as it was. Massive torque is only let down by lack of outright power. Handling was quick but not as stable as I am used to. Granted, it was a cold, blustery day and I was over 90 mph on a set of nice sweepers. My last motorcycle was a Ducati 748 and was ridden only when it was time to do some serious carving. Otherwise, I hated getting it out! The Cyclone is a bike which would always bekon " come on and get on. " The only downsides are the price ( try pricing one out with the race kit and a set of performance machine wheels,which, by the way are stunning ) and questionable mechanical dependability. I am still considering what to buy...I am looking at bikes from a new 2000 Suzuki TL 1000R ( $7990) to a Triumph Speed Triple ($10,000). However, if you can put aside any preconceptions, go try the Cyclone and let it dissolve your preconceptions in a wave of torque coming off a sweet set of curves. H-D could sell these like hotcakes if they were a grand cheaper! Show less

The stone-axe of motorcycles. Not sophisticated but great fun to ride. Very quick handling and the torque is terrific. The worlds most uncomfortable seat, but can be replaced with one from a '99. Mine was very reliable although it was recalled 5 times. I recommend this bike. Show less

Have put about 2k miles on my 2000 M2 since September with no problems at all. Have installed force airfilter..not particularly well built and installation instructions are very generic... V&H pipe...far too expensive but essential.....dynojet kit smooths out running and starting.....2001 shift kit...worth the money...work done at Modesto Buell..very good dealer......vibration gets a bit boring on rides over 45 minutes...big advantage is rider support system in Northern California...........Bike needs a better cafe fairing to enable extended runs at over 65MPH. A number of Harley dealers appear uninterested in providing service or worse refuse............. Show less

I recently purchased a 2001 M2 Cyclone. I bought it from a Harley Shop (Smith Bros. H-D) that races Buell's on a professional level. So I took some much experienced advice and added a complete Force Header and exhaust, along with a Force "Winder" polished billet Intake w/ K&N filter assembly, before I got 50 miles on the Bike. I have also added Buell Billet footpegs, Force Billet brake pedal, and shifter w/linkage, Buell tank bra, Buell axle nut covers, and Buell pivot bolt covers. Not only is this totally awesome looking, but it hauls ass, like nobodys business. I have read all of the other reviews here, and I don't know what you are talking about on thse oil leaks. I have made several long hard runs on mine, such as (Deals Gap back anf forth for six hours, as hard as I could ride it. In case you are not familiar with Deals Gap, it is a Sprotbike Heaven just over the North Carolina border from Tennessee, it has 318 turns, over a 11 mile strech of 2 lane road. that's right I said eleven miles not 111. If you want to push a SportBike's handling and Chassis to the limit this is the place to do it. Not a leaked drop of oil! I suggest you guys go get 2001 M2 Cyclone (in Black of Course), and head for Deals Gap. Oh' I almost forgot, don't forget to install a Storz steering damper first. The 2001 has alot of improvements over previous models! I don't know where else you can get this kind of fun for $8500.00, certainly not from Japan. Show less