EBR
stages successful debut at MotoDays in Rome
ERIK
Buell Racing (EBR), the US manufacturer of supersport motorcycles, made their
first public appearance in Europe at MotoDays in Rome on 6–9 March. The EBR
1190RX was launched in October 2013; EBR Europe was founded a short time later
with head office in Alkmaar (The Netherlands), headed up by former Triumph and
Zero Motorcycles man Edwin Belonje.
"Following
an initial get-acquainted tour of selected motorcycle dealers in several
European countries, MotoDays in Rome was the official public opening of EBR in
Europe. Two main reasons for choosing MotoDays were the strong tradition of
sport bikes in Italy and the timing, just before the start of the motorcycle
season," commented Belonje.
"Since
then we have had many constructive conversations with interested dealers, and I
expect to be able to officially designate several EBR dealers in the near
future. This means we are making great progress in setting up our European
dealer network."
The EBR
1190RX weighs just 190 kg, and its 1190-cc V-twin engine delivers an impressive
185 HP with 138 Nm of torque, and remarkably low emissions. The multi-function
digital instrument cluster enables the rider to adjust performance parameters
such as traction control, and it provides access to numerous other functions
including track performance data, service intervals and system diagnostics.
