Buell 1125R Problems by Model Year

NHTSA recorded 45 consumer complaints across the 2 model years of the Buell 1125R (2008–2009) that have at least 5 complaints. 2009 has the most, with 39. Across all years, the part named most often is electrical system (33 mentions). Pick a model year below to see its parts, mileage, recalls and service bulletins.

All 1125R model years

Years with fewer than 5 complaints are not listed. The score compares years of the same model, allowing for the era and for how long each year has collected complaints: 50 is a typical year, lower means fewer complaints. It is not adjusted for sales volume.

Parts named most often, all years

Counts add up complaint mentions across the listed years. A complaint can name several parts.

• Electrical system33 59%
• Engine cooling6 11%
• Transmission and drivetrain4 7.1%
• Exterior lighting4 7.1%
• Vehicle speed control3 5.4%
• Engine3 5.4%
• Brakes2 3.6%
• Wheels1 1.8%

Example complaints

One per model year, chosen for length and detail. Personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.

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