Buell M2 Cyclone vs Horex VR6 Snowdance (2016)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Buell M2 Cyclonestacks up against the Horex VR6 Snowdance. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecBuell M2 CycloneHorex VR6 Snowdance
Model year20022016
Price
Engine1203 cc1218 cc
Horsepower91 hp168 hp
Torque115 Nm138 Nm
Weight197 kg221 kg
Seat height31 mm32 mm
Fuel capacity5.0 L4.5 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed6-speed
Front brakesSingle discDouble disc. ABS. Bremo. 4-piston caliper.
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc. ABS. Bremo. 4-piston caliper.
Tires120/70-ZR17 / 170/60-ZR17 120/70-ZR17 / 190/55-ZR17

Buell M2 Cyclone vs Horex VR6 Snowdance — which should you buy?

Picking between the Buell M2 Cyclone and the Horex VR6 Snowdance usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Buell M2 Cyclone brings 91 hp in a 197 kg package, while the Horex VR6 Snowdance counters with 168 hp at 221 kg.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: