2008 Buell Blast®

I like the bike, fun to ride, but can't keep rear tire on it, may be 1500 miles. Is this normal/

The bike idles rough, has a grabby clutch, and limited ability to carry luggage; all that said this thing is a blast! I've ridden bikes since I was 8 years old (now 51) and while this is not the best bike I've owned by far, it is well built and runs great for the $5K asking price. Cheap parts and ... while it alwasy sounds like it's falling apart, it NEVER does. I own a lot of other bikes, but around town and for short runs, this things is a BLAST!

I have owned a blast for a year, and in that year i have taken it in to the shop 5 times now. each time takes at least 2 weeks to get the part. I have never gotten it to idle correctly. It is also one of the least comfortable rides due to the "sit up and beg" riding angle, which would put strain ... on your neck if the bike could go faster than 55mph. For a 500cc engine, there is no power at all.

The Blast is a good place to start. It is easy to ride, fits most body sizes (with optional low seat, will fit the shortest, and at 5'10 the regular seat fits me fine), powerful enough engine (496CC - wouldn't race or stunt it, but do you need to do that?) and fantastic fuel economy (60-70 MPG at ... 2000 miles).

It's a great ride around town (small enough to fit anywhere, nimble enough to get there) and on the highway (easily maintains 70). Low maintenance (change the oil every 5000 miles, no chain maintenance (belt driven)).