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2009 Buell 1125CR First Ride Photo Gallery
Check out the photos from the press intro in Germany, then read Adam Waheed's
2009 Buell 1125CR First Ride Article
to get a feel for what the new motorcycle is capable of.
The avante-garde Buell 1125CR looks right at home in the city streets of Berlin.
2009 Buell 1125CR
With that 84 lb-ft of torque at your disposal getting the rear tire to break loose couldn't be any easier.
Hooligan fun on the 1125CR is best served on one wheel.
MotorcycleUSA's Adam Waheed glides through a right-hander aboard the newest track weapon from Buell.
We're happy Buell chose the Pirelli Diablo Corsa III rubber as an OE fitment. The tires are stable, heat-up quick, have a ton of outright grip.
Getting hard parts to touch down on the ground took a lot of effort.
Adam tries his best to scrape his chin on the track.
The 1125CR uses a custom Magneti Marelli instrument display, that has more features and settings then most automobiles.
Optional $187.00 heated grips (part no. N1050.1AK) make riding in chilly autumn weather much more enjoyable.
While its rigid chassis lends itself well on a smooth, fast racetrack, on the often bumpy, cobblestone-laden roadways the entire bike - especially the rear end feels way too stiff.
The Helicon 1125cc engine is extremely compact.
Buell 1125CRs as far as the eye can see.
Some people use paint and canvas, Buell's Craig Jones does his thing with rubber and asphalt.
Berlin is one of those European cities in which old and new architecture blend together. Maybe America will be like this in 3123.
The 1125CR changes direction with ease on both the street and racetrack.
The optional upright accessory handlebars transform the 1125CR into a much more comfortable motorcycle on the street.
The Brandenburg Gate, designed by Carl Gotthard Langhans in 1789.
Craig Jones punishing Pirelli rubber.
Berlin is one of those European cities in which old and new architecture blend together. Maybe America will be like this in 3123.
You can thank this guy right here for the new 1125CR. Thanks Erik!
Buell's proprietary ZTL2 front brake system works well on the track, but on the streets it feels vague.
