Vehicle description: motorcycles. The rear shock absorber can break, dragging the underside of the vehicle on the ground.
1997-2000 · 4 model years
Buell M2 Cyclone Problems by year
Owners have filed 10 complaints about the Buell M2 Cyclone across 4 model years, and it has 10 recalls. The 1997 has the most complaints once its age is allowed for (4), while 2000 has far fewer than a typical year. The most reported problem area is the suspension, followed by the brakes.
- Complaints
- 10
- Recalls
- 10
- Crashes
- 1
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 1
- Deaths
- 0
M2 Cyclone complaints by model year
Highlighted: the year with the most complaints for its age. Older vehicles have had more time to collect complaints - the Safety Index grade allows for that.
Most common M2 Cyclone problems
Buell M2 Cyclone recalls 10
Vehicle description: motorcycles. These motorcycles were manufactured with an incorrect air cleaner component.
Covers1999 Buell M2 Cyclone
Vehicle description: motorcycles. These motorcycles were built with a rear shock absorber front eye that could break.
Vehicle description: motorcycles. These motorcycles were built with a swingarm that could break.
Vehicle description: motorcycles. These motorcycles were built with a fuel tank vent valve assembly that could become plugged.
Vehicle description: motorcycles. These motorcycles were built with a fuel tank mount system that could, in the event of a crash, allow the fuel tank to separate from the motorcycle.
Vehicle description: motorcycles. These motorcycles were built with a sidestand switch that could become inoperative
Vehicle description: motorcycles. The front isolator mount system can lose clamp load and possibly break.
Vehicle description: motorcycles. The e-clip which retains the drive pin on the front brake rotor and carrier can separate from the drive pin allowing the pin to move out of position and come in contact with the front brake caliper.
The front brake line hose can kink during front brake action.
Latest M2 Cyclone complaints
2000 Buell m2 cyclone failure of primary chain adjustor caused instant seizer of drive train. Vehicle is torn down for inspection no repairs have been performed. A quick search of the internet revealed that this is not an uncommon failure. Buell motor company has discontinued the original adjuster and now supplies an updated component. When I contacted buell motor company I was informed that due to the age of the vehicle I would not received any support. *Nm
Rear brake pedal contacts frame before pressure is applied to master cylinder. Front brakes are the only mechanism that stops motorcycle. Please describe details. *Ak
Shock absorbers leak oil which renders rear suspension inoperable, and makes motorcycle dangerous to operate. Please add vin. *Ak
RECALL 00V163000. PARTS ARE NOT AVAILABLE.*AK
I contacted dealer for information on the recall and recieved no info relating to being able to safely continue to operate (it been over a month since the recall) the motorcycle or stop riding it, the dealer response was that they had the same info I was sent ref. The recall and they had no idea of the safety factor. They made no attempt at that time to contact the manufacturer for further info. I tried 4 times to contact the manufacturer via phone without result; I even went so far as to let them pick a time to...
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call me back (i left a message via voice mail for them on their cust.Service line) so I wouldn't have to wait at home which I did for 3 hours one day for a call back. All I wish is info on whether or not it's safe to ride and when the product will be repaired-it's already been 1 1/2 months-i think it reasonable to recieve this info-could you please help answer these questions? Buell has no e-mail-only a toll line.
Consumer appointment was delayed until last week of august 2000. Consumer felt it was a great inconvenience. *Ak
Questions about the Buell M2 Cyclone
Which Buell M2 Cyclone years have the most problems?
Which Buell M2 Cyclone years have the fewest complaints?
Among model years that have been on the road for at least three years, 2000 have the best Safety Index - the fewest complaints, crashes and recalls for their age compared with other M2 Cyclone years. Always check the exact vehicle's recalls by VIN before you buy.
What are the most common Buell M2 Cyclone problems?
Across every model year, owners report problems with the suspension (6), brakes (2), lights (1) most often.
How many recalls does the Buell M2 Cyclone have?
NHTSA lists 10 recalls across all Buell M2 Cyclone model years. Each year's page lists the recalls for that year; check your own vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether the repair has been done.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked daily. Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data