Originally Posted By: heavyhitter
OH SNAP!
October 16, 2009
AP
Iwata, Japan
In a statement released by Yamaha Motor Corporation, Hirofumi Osawa, President of Yamaha Corporation of America, stated that the company is looking into acquiring recently defunct Buell Motorcycles. “We are interested in the spirit of innovation that Buell has used as a foundation in their business. We feel their values align well with Yamaha’s culture”, stated Mr. Osawa.
According to Yamaha, discussions of a purchase are in the exploratory stage. Harley-Davidson Corp, owner of Buell since 2003, could not be reached for comment.
I am guessing this is not likely to happen. But then again who am I to say.
I bet Buell sales would explode if they were sold in Yamaha stores. Any sport biker that can "ride" would really enjoy the sporting-road performance of a Buell.
If you just want to go really fast in a straight line (ala Hyabusa) or want more power than you can really use on the street, then stick with the Japanese brands. If you want a great handling street bike. Buell is it.
I've owned a BMW, a Triumph, a Kawasaki (cruiser) and now the Buell. The buell is the best of all of them.