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Buell® Unveiling World’s Fastest Production Dirt Bike in Daytona

Updated: Apr 7, 2023

For Immediate Release

February 28, 2022



Buell® Unveiling World’s Fastest Production Dirt Bike in Daytona Grand Rapids, MI – Buell Motorcycle is back and unveiling yet another future model at Daytona Bike Week 2022. On Saturday March 5ᵗʰ at high noon, Buell will unveil the new Baja DR (Dune Racer) test prototype in their booth at Destination Daytona. The Buell Baja DR will be the world’s fastest production dirt bike, built right here in America.


“This is a pivotal moment for American motorcycles and really puts Buell on the map. We are on

track to build the world’s fastest and solely American-built production off road bike,” said Bill

Melvin, CEO of Buell Motorcycle Co. adding, “less than 1% of the world is covered with pavement,

the Buell Baja DR is designed to dominate the other 99.7%. It will give riders the freedom to go

anywhere in the world, faster and with more power, harnessing our 1190 engine. The Buell Baja DR is a beast, elevating the brand to even greater heights, and will bring passion back for

American-built motorcycles.”


Buell’s entry into the off-road segment won’t go unnoticed by the competition. The Buell Baja DR

takes its design inspiration from Buell’s success on the American Hillclimb racing circuit with 2X

World Champion Logan Cipala on board. Buell has posted videos of the race prototype on their

Instagram page. The 1190 flies through the air, while racing in only first gear!


The production Baja DR model specs and features are: 175hp liquid cooled, 72-degree V-twin engine with 101 ft lbs. of torque, trellis frame, adjustable swing arm for a 66” to 70” wheelbase, and industry standard 37” seat height with 26.75 degree rake. The Buell Baja DR will be unmatched at the top of the market for speed and performance, while clearly signaling the New Buell will not be strictly on-road any longer but going off-road too.


Reservations for production slots for the Baja DR model will go live on March 5ᵗʰ at 12pm EST

(noon) and cost just $25. Estimated retail for the model will start at $19,995 with production

planned for 2023.


Learn more about what the future has to offer from Buell at Daytona Bike Week 2022 with the

unveiling of the new Baja DR and SuperTouring model prototypes on Saturday March 5ᵗʰ. Both

motorcycles will be available for customers to view March 5ᵗʰ to 13ᵗʰ at Destination Daytona in the booths 100 yards north of JP Cycles Superstore.


Buell is back and unveiling the future while delivering excitement at every turn.

For future Buell updates, follow our news page on our website and our social media pages. Website: www.BuellMotorcycle.com

Email for Information: Info@BuellMotorcycle.com (Press: Please put “Press” in the subject line)

121 Comments


Jie Li
Jie Li
Jan 09

Wow, the Buell Baja DR sounds like an amazing bike for off-road adventures! Speaking of standing out, using a bold font in social media posts can really make your updates pop, just like this bike does on the dirt.

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This 175hp Baja DR truly redefines off-road dominance. Buell is aiming to deliver power that feels like an "orbit kick"—pure, unstoppable force designed to launch over obstacles and conquer the 99.7% unpaved world. It's fantastic to see American motorcycle ingenuity pushing these boundaries.

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Stunt Bike Extreme Learn more about what the future has to offer from Buell at Daytona Bike Week 2022 with the

unveiling of the new Baja DR and SuperTouring model prototypes on Saturday March 5ᵗʰ.

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go clark
go clark
Dec 24, 2025

An exciting unveiling for power and speed enthusiasts! While Buell pushes boundaries on dirt, strategy fans might enjoy a different kind of challenge. For instance, managing a team to defend against waves in a Pokemon tower defense game requires similar tactical foresight. It offers a engaging mental test of planning and resource management.

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