Friday, February 18, 2011

The American Superbike Is Back

The American Superbike Is Back: "


This is the EBR 1190RS, the latest street bike from visionary motorcycle designer Erik Buell. This pic was snapped this morning in Michigan, moments before Buell loaded it onto a truck headed for the Indy Dealer Expo.


For those who don’t know, Buell is synonymous with American crotch rockets. The Buell motorcycle company went from upstart privateer to a jewel in the Harley-Davidson crown before Harley dumped it in 2009 to save money. Down but not out, Buell launched Erik Buell Racing.


The bike is based on the EBR 1190RR racer, with a Rotax engine expected to produce something in the ballpark of 165 horsepower. Buell is aiming the bike at the Ducati 1198 R and says it will be super-exclusive, which means it also will be super-expensive.


More pics with updates on specs and other details over at Hell for Leather.


Photo: Steve Anderson / Erik Buell Racing

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