Tech Spec
Evolution
Unfaired caf-racer version of the Rotax-powered 1125R sportbike that debuted earlier this year.
Rivals
Aprilia Tuono 1000 R, Benelli 1130 Caf Racer, BMW R1200R, Ducati Monster 1100, Moto Guzzi Breva 1200 Sport, KTM Super Duke 990, Triumph Speed Triple
| TECH |
| Price | $11,695 |
| Engine type | l-c 72-deg. V-twin |
| Valve train | DOHC, 8v |
| Displacement | 1125cc |
| Bore x stroke | 103.0 x 67.5mm |
| Compression | 12.3:1 |
| Fuel system | EFI |
| Clutch | Wet, multi-plate slipper |
| Transmission | 6-speed |
| Claimed horsepower | 146 bhp @ 9800 rpm |
| Claimed torque | 82 lb.-ft. @ 8000 rpm |
| Frame | Aluminium twin-spar |
| Front suspension | Showa 47mm inverted fork with adjustable spring preload, compression and rebound damping |
| Rear suspension | Showa shock with adjustable spring preload, compression and rebound damping |
| Front brake | Single ZTL-type eight-piston caliper, 375mm perimeter disc |
| Rear brake | Single two-piston caliper, 240mm disc |
| Front tire | 120/70-ZR17 Pirelli Diablo Corsa III |
| Rear tire | 180/55-ZR17 Pirelli Diablo Corsa III |
| Rake/trail | 21.0/3.3 in. |
| Seat height | 30.5 in. |
| Wheelbase | 54.5 in. |
| Fuel capacity | 5.3 gal. |
| Claimed dry weight | 375 lbs. |
| Colors | Midnight Black, Racing Red |
| Available | Now |
| Warranty | 24 mo./unlimited mi. |
Contact
Buell Motorcycle Co.
2815 Buell Dr.
East Troy, WI 53120
262.642.2020
www.buell.com
Verdict 4 stars out of 5
Every bit as good as the original 1125R wasn't.