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Some of the similarities are there. The huge perimeter style front brake IIRC is a Buell staple. Also the new EBRs are storing fuel in the frames, just like the old Buell line did. Older Buell bikes did other interesting things, including under-engine centered exhausts.
Buell also did oil in the swing arm!
Buell was an engineer at HD before starting his own company as an offshoot of HD. so naturally things associated with HD would be involved like belt drive on past Buells which has some great advantages.
The engine that was used in the 1125r was a BRP Rotax made in Austria. This new engine is also a Rotax but they did some interesting tricks with the intake valves getting them to stagger the opening time to create a swirl effect that gives more mid band power. This equates to better useable power in street application as a road bike. I think this bike will be equal to the Panigale 1199 on the track once the front brake rotor issue is solved.
The 1190RX
Also check out the cooling scoops for the brake assembly!
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