VehicleVerdict

Buell M2 Cyclone years to avoid

Across 1997–2000, no single M2 Cyclone year stands out as one to avoid by our thresholds. The 2000 drew the most complaints; 1998 the fewest.

11

Total complaints

10

Recall campaigns

1997–2000

Years covered

0

Years to avoid

Complaints by model year

Buell M2 Cyclone NHTSA complaints by model year4 complaints1997: 4 complaints1998: 0 complaints1999: 3 complaints2000: 4 complaints
Buell M2 Cyclone NHTSA complaints by model year. Red bars are years to avoid.

Every M2 Cyclone year

YearComplaintsRecalls
200041
199935
199807
199748

Common questions

What is the best year for the Buell M2 Cyclone?

By complaint volume, 1998 has the cleanest NHTSA record among M2 Cyclone years with enough data to compare.

How many recalls does the Buell M2 Cyclone have?

Across all model years, the M2 Cyclone has 10 distinct NHTSA recall campaigns and 11 consumer complaints on file.

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.