Bikes are great, I know there have been some issues here and there, only issue I have had is the low fuel light stays on, connector on wire on fuel pump was not crimped properly, no big deal. Clutch pull is not that bad when bike is running, and their is a lower effort kit available. gearing is not bad at all, around town you will use 1st 2nd and 3rd gears. Production is back up and 2016 units are being shipped to new dealers. Parts may be slow at first but will be available, many parts are available now on line and through an EBR dealer. Engine is as reliable as the day is long. I have 25,000 on my Buell 1125r including 5000 track day miles and it has been very reliable. Tuono is no more reliable, remember it is an Italian supermodel and can be a pain also. Wonderful engine, really nice bike, I just cant get past the Transformer look. Either one will be a blast to ride.