Buell fecha as portas nos EUA

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Notícia fresquinha, a Harley-Davidson está oficialmente tirando de funcionamento a marca BUELL.

Minha opinião pessoal: não tinha como dar certo mesmo.

Fonte: http://www.superbikeplanet.com/2009/Oct ... lfolds.htm

Buell Motor Company Folds by staff
Thursday, October 15, 2009
There have been rumors for weeks that Buell would not re-open after the current shut-down. It appears that those rumors are true.

BUELL OFFICIALS THANK CUSTOMERS, DEALERS AND EMPLOYEES FOR UNFORGETTABLE RIDE

EAST TROY, Wis. (Oct. 15, 2009) - Buell Motorcycle Company officials thanked the company's customers, employees and dealers for an unforgettable ride, following today's announcement by Harley-Davidson, Inc. that it will discontinue the Buell® product line as part of Harley-Davidson's go-forward business strategy. The new long-term strategy aims to drive Company growth through a focus of efforts and resources on the Harley-Davidson® brand.

"I want to personally thank all our past and present Buell employees, dealers and suppliers for their efforts. I also want to thank Buell motorcycle owners for their support and passion for the brand," said Buell Motorcycle Company President Jon Flickinger.

Flickinger said a limited number of new Buell motorcycles remain available for sale through authorized dealerships and production will wind down by October 30. He also stressed that Harley-Davidson will provide replacement parts and service through dealerships and that warranty coverage will continue as normal for Buell motorcycles.

"I will always be proud of what we have accomplished. It is a testimony to what a small group of passionate and inspired people can do, and with brilliant innovations, we've produced some of the best-handling bikes of all time," said Buell Chairman and Chief Technical Officer Erik Buell. "I personally look forward to exploring how I can continue to work with Harley-Davidson to bring advanced product technology to riders.

"I have also had the great fortune to meet and get to know many Buell riders over the years, and they are an amazing and interesting group of free thinkers," Buell said. "May you ride with pride into the future. And may your roads ahead be as adventuresome and rewarding as mine have been for the last 26 years."

A wholly owned subsidiary of Harley-Davidson, Inc. since 1998, Buell Motorcycle Company was founded in 1983 by Erik Buell and produced more than 135,000 motorcycles. Over the past 26 years, Buell motorcycles won numerous design accolades and awards, and countless races and championships around the world, including the AMA Pro Daytona SportBike championship in 2009.

[Bage]

A seita Buell ficou órfã



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[Leandro 66]

Agora fudeu...

[Rodrigo Paula]

IIIIIIIHHHHHHHHHHH , já era

[FRITZLOPES]

E o tanto de desavisados(edit) que comprou Buell.....igual quem compra as outras marcas que correm bem por fora, tal como Triunph.....peças agora só artesanais...

[Paulinhu]

E aí Belo, Márcio, e demais proprietários... como fica agora ??!

[Rodrigo Paula]

E o tanto de mané que comprou Buell.....igual quem compra as outras marcas que correm bem por fora, tal como Triunph.....peças agora só artesanais...

De repente a Dafra assume a Buell para que não haja falta de peças.

[Robson]

Já tá no site oficial deles, tem um video com uma mensagem do Erick Buell.... o cara parece estar bem abatido..

http://www.buell.com/en_us/

[Labar]

Vídeo do próprio Eric Buell dando o anúncio no site:

http://www.buell.com/en_us/

É... já era... uma pena! ;-(

[Bage]

Quer dizer que aquele sonho das hienas terem um lado vader morreu



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[Leandro 66]

è uma pena, a marca sempre foi bastante inovadora e com motos de qualidade e diferenciadas.

[Rodrigo Paula]

Quer dizer que aquele sonho das hienas terem um lado vader morreu.

[Raphael]

Pera aí..a marca Bueel mesmo que vai desaparecer? (Nos EUA)

Pensei que perderia a representação só (desculpem, não lí o anúncio nem o vídeo que não abre aqui)..
Que trozoba isso!

[Russo]

E não é boato não... é oficial, a informação consta no site da Buell... é uma pena, as motokas são excelentes, porém, havia um desvio de foco... as esportivas não são a praia da Harley. A MVAgusta, que foi adquirida pela HD também foi posta à venda.

http://www.buell.com/en_us/q-and-a/index.asp

Why is Harley-Davidson discontinuing Buell after the recent new product introductions, racing success and new brand efforts?
The Company made the decision to discontinue the Buell product line as part of its strategy to focus on growth through the Harley-Davidson brand.

What will happen to the Buell motorcycles currently in dealer inventory?
Buell dealers will sell remaining motorcycle inventories. There will be no more Buell motorcycles produced.

Why should I buy a new Buell when you are discontinuing production?
The innovative features and overall quality of Buell motorcycles provide an outstanding ownership experience. The Company may be discontinuing the production of Buell motorcycles, but they are extremely exciting motorcycles to ride and own. The Company will continue to provide normal warranties on new motorcycles and provide parts and service support. Buell motorcycles offer an overall value proposition that is very compelling.

How good of a deal can I get on a new Buell?
See your local Buell dealer for his remaining available inventory and prices.

Will I be able to get financing for a new Buell?
HDFS will continue to finance Buell motorcycles. Please see your dealer for details.

How will I get my Buell serviced? Will you honor my warranty?
Authorized Buell Service Providers will provide warranty, service and repair work. And Harley-Davidson expects to be providing replacement parts and service for as many years as required market by market. Of course we will honor all of our warranties.

What about Buell racing and privateer Buell race teams? Will there be contingency programs like they have had in the past?
Buell will continue to supply parts to dealers to support racers who want to go racing next season. However, the racing support program and contingency will be discontinued.

Are any of the brand’s models going to be available as Harley-Davidson models?
Harley-Davidson has no plans to produce Buell motorcycles as Harley-Davidson products.

Will Harley-Davidson be using any Buell designs or incorporating Buell technology into the H-D product line?
Buell has introduced many advancements in motorcycle design and technology over the years. Harley-Davidson will continue to benefit from that knowledge going forward and it’s possible that some of this technology will find its way into a Harley-Davidson motorcycle.

For other questions related to Harley-Davidson or Buell, please see your local dealer.

[Paulinhu]

Pera aí..a marca Bueel mesmo que vai desaparecer? (Nos EUA)

Pensei que perderia a representação só (desculpem, não lí o anúncio nem o vídeo que não abre aqui)..
Que trozoba isso!

Pois é, o pepino é dos grandes!

[FRITZLOPES]

Quer dizer que aquele sonho das hienas terem um lado vader morreu

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KKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKK

[Robson]

Pera aí..a marca Bueel mesmo que vai desaparecer? (Nos EUA)

Pensei que perderia a representação só (desculpem, não lí o anúncio nem o vídeo que não abre aqui)..
Que trozoba isso!

Pois é, o pepino é dos grandes!

Acho que nem tanto.

Eles vão manter o estoque de peças de reposição, isso nos EUA.

O Márcio mesmo não compra nada para a Buell aqui no Brasil, onde a Izzo cobra o olho da cara pra qualquer pecinha...... e pelo e-bay se acha tudo para as motos que foram vendidas no Brasil....

O problema maior é que se era um mico de mercado, agora virou um micão !! Quase um King Kong....


O que se tem que lamentar mesmo é pelo sumiço da marca no mercado, ao contrário do que pensa uns rançosos que andaram postando aí, a Buell era uma excelente fabricante de motocicletas, sempre propondo inovações, e fazia um produto de excelente qualidade e acabamento.....

[Guerreiro-BA]

Que grande sacanagem!!!!! Quem é grande cresce, mas quem é pequeno...

[MRR]

legal é ver a solidariedade do pessoal aqui, com quem tem motos da marca...

não sei qual o prazer de ver gente boa levando prejuízo.