Buell repairs?

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joet100r

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I am thinking about buying a newer Buell Lightning (2007 or 2008) and I was wondering where I could get it repaired. I am sure that a Harley dealer would do it but from what I've read on this site about Jacox and Toronto Harley (that went teats-up) I'm not too enthusiastic about going the dealership route.
Also it is my understanding that the parts availability is not great through a Harley dealer and that you are better off ordering from the U.S.
I'm not a big fan of egos or drama, I just want to be able to get the bike fixed if something goes wrong.
 
joet100r said:
I am thinking about buying a newer Buell Lightning (2007 or 2008) and I was wondering where I could get it repaired. I am sure that a Harley dealer would do it but from what I've read on this site about Jacox and Toronto Harley (that went teats-up) I'm not too enthusiastic about going the dealership route.
Also it is my understanding that the parts availability is not great through a Harley dealer and that you are better off ordering from the U.S.
I'm not a big fan of egos or drama, I just want to be able to get the bike fixed if something goes wrong.
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Well Harley owned Buell, so I would imagine they have the best option for parts. I personally would not buy a discontinued bike, unless you have some strong love for the Buell, why not look at something you wont have part issues, or a tough time finding service?
 
Jacox really screwed me around - refuse to go back. Have a big long thread about it in the reviews section.

Parts are harder to find - the XB series has Harley engines, so they can fix those no probs if you can find a HD dealer you trust. I've heard many good things about Kitchener Harley, even though they're not a Buell dealer.

Parts for everything else can leave you sitting for months at a time.
 
What kind/type of repairs?
 
Chiming in a bit late, but I've been happy with the service department at the Barrie HD dealer as well. My 1125R sat sitting for 6 weeks mid-summer last year (waiting on a stator from overseas), but once it came in they fixed it up right away. They have a couple service guys who ride Buells, and appreciate them. Unlike most Harley dealers that look down on us poor suckers with our extinct bikes.
 
canukgirl77 said:
Chiming in a bit late, but I've been happy with the service department at the Barrie HD dealer as well. My 1125R sat sitting for 6 weeks mid-summer last year (waiting on a stator from overseas), but once it came in they fixed it up right away. They have a couple service guys who ride Buells, and appreciate them. Unlike most Harley dealers that look down on us poor suckers with our extinct bikes.
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Exactly ....I do most my own work now...but even then have asked them questions and they were more than happy to oblige their opinions. I find most parts on the web and find they come faster and cheaper than waiting for dealers...even Barrie.
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