MYRModel Year Report

2009 Buell 1125R

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2009 Buell 1125R
RENDERED 2026-08-02T09:33:38.026Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Buell 1125R Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2009 highlighted. 2008: 6 complaints 2008 2009: 39 complaints 2009 2010: 0 complaints 2010
2009: 39 complaints
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YearComplaints
20086
200939
20100

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 79%

79% of complaints: electrical system — 31 distinct reports on file.

FIRE
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 BUELL 1125R MOTORCYCLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITH THE ILLUMINATION OF THE LOW BATTERY WARNING LIGHT.

NHTSA ODI report, 20121009

1. RIDING UNDER NORMAL CONDITIONS 40-90 DEGREES OUT OF THE BLUE I GET A SYSTEM-VOLTAGE ACROSS MY SPEEDOMETER SCREEN. 2.

NHTSA ODI report, 20110102

EXTERIOR LIGHTING 10%

10% of complaints: exterior lighting — 4 distinct reports on file.

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING 10%

10% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 4 distinct reports on file.

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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 HARLEY DAVIDSON BUELL 1125R MOTORCYCLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD STALL FREQUENTLY AND WITHOUT WARNING. IN ADDITION, THE TURN SIGNALS AND GAUGES WOULD BECOME INOPERATIVE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20120321

MY 2009 BUELL 1125R MOTORCYCLE USES A HYDRAULICALLY ACTUATED CLUTCH. THE CLUTCH FLUID BEGAN TO LEAK OUT OF THE ENGINE COVER, EMANATING A DROP OF FLUID FOR EACH TIME THE CLUTCH WAS DISENGAGED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20100409

ENGINE 8%

8% of complaints: engine — 3 distinct reports on file.

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL 5%

5% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 2 distinct reports on file.

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

I 20100125 — PE (closed 20100510)

SUDDEN FUEL EXPULSION

I 20121116 — PE (closed 20130416)

Motorcycle Stalling

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2009 Buell 1125R — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (31 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for exterior lighting issues (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (4 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2009 Buell 1125R reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2009 Buell 1125R?

The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 79% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2009 Buell 1125R have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.