1125R to CR?

~~whybuyhd~~ · Jul 2nd, 2009, 12:11 AM

I noticed the dealers are selling the '08 1125R for $7995. While I don't hate it, I really like the 1125CR. How hard would it be to convert the R to the CR with a new gauge cluster/headlight assembly? I want the optional handlebars for the CR anyway, so I would have to buy them either way. Is it cost-effective to consider doing this, or does anyone think the left-over CRs will be discounted this fall to $9995 like the Rs were last year? I'm just looking for thoughts on this, and I may wait to see what prices do in a couple months.

Hobbit · Jul 2nd, 2009, 03:13 PM

not sure on what is needed to convert the R to the CR as it has different head light and i think speedo cluster as well as the bars, and knowing HD's prices it will more than likey cost the same as just buying the CR

~~whybuyhd~~ · Jul 3rd, 2009, 07:06 PM

I have been watching auction sites for parts. However, the parts I would need would be the most likely damaged in a serious crash. I also like the XB12Scg, since I am on the balls of my feet at a stop with the 1125's. I just don't know if I want a model that is probably due for an update any year now. After all, the XB's have changed very little in seven model years.

rancid · Jul 4th, 2009, 12:46 AM

all the parts should bolt on but it still wont ride the same as the cr, the r has taller gearing and a different calibration, with the cal u will need to use something like ecm spy cos DT2 wont let you put the cr cal in an r.

Baggh · Jul 13th, 2009, 07:00 PM

rancid is spot on... I just bought a '09 1125CR this past Saturday... I was on the fence between the R or CR... I decided on the CR for many reasons. As rancid says the CR has more kick in the low range than the R which sacrifices top speed.... so in the 1/8 mile the CR would take it but beyond 1/4 the R may overtake the CR. Given we spend most of our riding time (emphasis on most

within the speed limits the high end of the R is rarely used... so I went CR... the prices at my dealer here in dallas was $9,995.

Jul 2nd, 2009, 12:11 AM	#1
~~whybuyhd~~ Account Removed Ride: Buell Join Date: Jul 25th, 2008 Posts: 4 My Mood:	1125R to CR? I noticed the dealers are selling the '08 1125R for $7995. While I don't hate it, I really like the 1125CR. How hard would it be to convert the R to the CR with a new gauge cluster/headlight assembly? I want the optional handlebars for the CR anyway, so I would have to buy them either way. Is it cost-effective to consider doing this, or does anyone think the left-over CRs will be discounted this fall to $9995 like the Rs were last year? I'm just looking for thoughts on this, and I may wait to see what prices do in a couple months.

Jul 2nd, 2009, 03:13 PM	#2
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Jul 3rd, 2009, 07:06 PM	#3
~~whybuyhd~~ Account Removed Ride: Buell Join Date: Jul 25th, 2008 Posts: 4 My Mood:	Re: 1125R to CR? I have been watching auction sites for parts. However, the parts I would need would be the most likely damaged in a serious crash. I also like the XB12Scg, since I am on the balls of my feet at a stop with the 1125's. I just don't know if I want a model that is probably due for an update any year now. After all, the XB's have changed very little in seven model years.

Jul 4th, 2009, 12:46 AM	#4
rancid Warming The Wheels Ride: fxdf Join Date: Feb 18th, 2009 Posts: 82 My Mood:	Re: 1125R to CR? all the parts should bolt on but it still wont ride the same as the cr, the r has taller gearing and a different calibration, with the cal u will need to use something like ecm spy cos DT2 wont let you put the cr cal in an r.

Jul 13th, 2009, 07:00 PM	#5
Baggh Warming The Wheels Ride: 2009 Buell 1125CR Join Date: May 31st, 2008 Location: Dallas TX Posts: 123	Re: 1125R to CR? rancid is spot on... I just bought a '09 1125CR this past Saturday... I was on the fence between the R or CR... I decided on the CR for many reasons. As rancid says the CR has more kick in the low range than the R which sacrifices top speed.... so in the 1/8 mile the CR would take it but beyond 1/4 the R may overtake the CR. Given we spend most of our riding time (emphasis on most within the speed limits the high end of the R is rarely used... so I went CR... the prices at my dealer here in dallas was $9,995.

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