Without a doubt, special preparations usually serve to demonstrate how far a mechanical platform can go, and that is precisely what it has done Buell with this striking creation recently displayed at Daytona. As we are telling you, based on the future Buell Super Cruiserthe American brand has developed a cafe racer version that completely changes the character of the original motorcycle.
This is the Buell Super Cruiser Café Racer
Of course, although it retains the same chassis, swingarm and the powerful 1,190 cc V-twin engine and 173 hpthe transformation is profound. The most striking element is the new, much sportier driving position. In fact, the characteristic raised handlebars of the super cruiser to give way to some type semi-handlebars clubman which force the pilot to adopt a more forward-leaning posture, loading more weight on the front axle.
The body also receives a major revision. A good part of the exterior components are made of carbon fiber, reinforcing the exclusive and sporty image of a motorcycle that looks like it came straight from a design salon or a specialized tuner.
The cycle part has not been left out either. This unique version incorporates competition suspensions signed by Öhlinswith a shorter travel to achieve more aggressive geometry and behavior closer to that of a sports bike than that of a conventional cruiser.
One of the most characteristic technical features of Buell is still present. The motorcycle maintains the huge perimeter front brake disc, a technical solution that for years has distinguished the American firm’s motorcycles. Instead of being located next to the hub, the disc is mounted on the outer edge of the wheel, a configuration that the brand defends for its advantages in terms of rigidity and reduction of unsprung masses.
The modifications have also forced us to rethink some mechanical aspects. The new café racer-inspired bodywork significantly reduces the space available in the front area, so the engineers have resorted to a lateral arrangement of the radiators similar to that used in the sports car. Buell Hammerhead 1190.
The most striking thing about this creation is that, at first glance, it looks like a motorcycle perfectly prepared for production. However, the brand itself has confirmed that there is no plan to mass-produce it. It is simply a display bike created by the factory to show the potential of the platform super cruiser and explore new design possibilities.
A decision that will surely disappoint more than one fan, because this mixture of muscle bike American, modern cafe racer and superbike of high performance demonstrates that the technical base of Buell It still has a lot to offer beyond the currently announced models. A good omen, that’s for sure.
