Consumer received several recall notices regarding fuel system, engine mounting and the brake system. However, repairs cannot be done, due to no parts.
The worst 1997 Buell Cyclone problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Brakes1
- Engine1
- Fuel system1
- Suspension1
Problems by type
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- Brakes1
- Engine1
- Fuel system1
- Suspension1
Recalls 1
Service brakes, hydraulic
- What is wrong
- The front brake line hose can kink during front brake action.
- Risk
- This condition can impede the return brake fluid flow and prohibit the immediate release of the front brake caliper pistons increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and readjust the front brake line guide.
Recall number 97V022000 · Recall details
See all 1 recalls for the 1997 Buell Cyclone
Defect investigations
Throttle fails to return to idle
To address the problem described above, buell is recalling those fuel-injected motorcycles that it built without a throttle cable control clamp.for more information on this subject, please refer to the memorandum entitled the scope of buell's safety recall, 03v‑427 copy attached.
PE03043
What 1997 Buell Cyclone owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
The front forks in the suspension system were incorrectly positioned, causing vibration.
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Questions about the 1997 Buell Cyclone
Is the 1997 Buell Cyclone reliable?
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 1997 Buell Cyclone, close to a typical Cyclone model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1997 Buell Cyclone?
Brakes, with 1 complaint. Next is engine (1).
How many recalls does the 1997 Buell Cyclone have?
1 recall, covering service brakes, hydraulic.
Was there a recall on the 1997 Buell Cyclone brakes?
Yes, 1 recall: 97V022000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
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