1999 Buell M2 Cyclone Problems: 3 Complaints, 5 Recalls

The worst 1999 Buell M2 Cyclone problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

Suspension
2
Brakes
1

Problems by type

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Suspension
2
Brakes
1

Recalls 5

Suspension: rearReported June 16, 2000 · 6,219 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Vehicle description: motorcycles. The rear shock absorber can break, dragging the underside of the vehicle on the ground.
Risk: This could affect the handling, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will install a shock reinforcement package (srp) which protects the structual integrity of the suspension system. A new shock absorber is currently being developed. When the new shock absorber is available, if an owner choses, they can have it installed at no charge through the dealer network.

Recall number 00V163000 · Recall details

Engine and engine cooling: engineReported June 3, 1999 · 1,177 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Vehicle description: motorcycles. These motorcycles were manufactured with an incorrect air cleaner component.
Risk: This component could restrict air flow into the float bowl of the carburetor, causing fuel to overflow, which could result in a fire. This could also prevent sufficient fuel flow, which could cause the engine to misfire or stall.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the float bowl vent assembly for proper venting and correct this condition if necessary.

Recall number 99V140000 · Recall details

Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly: mountingReported May 6, 1999 · 10,556 vehicles affected

What is wrong: 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.
Risk: This could result in an explosion or fire.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel tank mount system.

Recall number 99V104000 · Recall details

Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assemblyReported May 6, 1999 · 12,321 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Vehicle description: motorcycles. These motorcycles were built with a fuel tank vent valve assembly that could become plugged.
Risk: Under certain conditions, this could cause the carburetor to overflow fuel which could result in a fire. This condition could also prevent sufficient fuel flow, which could cause the engine to misfire or stall.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel tank vent valve assembly.

Recall number 99V105000 · Recall details

Unknown or otherReported April 29, 1999 · 10,255 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Vehicle description: motorcycles. These motorcycles were built with a sidestand switch that could become inoperative
Risk: This condition can cause the engine to stall/quit when riding.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the sidestand switch.

Recall number 99V097000 · Recall details

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Defect investigations

Throttle fails to return to idleOpened September 23, 2003, closed October 30, 2003

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.

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What 1999 Buell M2 Cyclone owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Sep 3, 2002 · Brakes · CO

Rear brake pedal contacts frame before pressure is applied to master cylinder. Front brakes are the only mechanism that stops motorcycle. Please describe details.

Filed Nov 7, 2000 · Suspension · OH

Recall 00v163000. Parts are not available.

Filed Jul 31, 2000 · Suspension · IL

Consumer appointment was delayed until last week of august 2000. Consumer felt it was a great inconvenience.

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Questions about the 1999 Buell M2 Cyclone

Is the 1999 Buell M2 Cyclone reliable?

Owners have filed 3 complaints about the 1999 Buell M2 Cyclone, close to a typical M2 Cyclone model year.

What is the most common problem with the 1999 Buell M2 Cyclone?

Suspension, with 2 complaints. Next is brakes (1).

How many recalls does the 1999 Buell M2 Cyclone have?

5 recalls, covering suspension, engine and engine cooling and fuel system, gasoline.

Was there a recall on the 1999 Buell M2 Cyclone suspension?

Yes, 1 recall: 00V163000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

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1999 Buell M2 Cyclone problems