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Buell XB12Scg Lightning

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Make Model |
Buell XB12Scg Lightning |
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Year |
2009-10 |
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Engine |
Air cooled, 45° V-Twin, four stroke, pushrod
actuated overhead valve.
hydraulic self-adjusting lifters,
2 valve per cylinder. |
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Capacity |
1203 |
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Bore x Stroke |
88.9 x 96.8 mm |
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Compression Ratio |
10.0:1 |
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Induction |
49 mm downdraft DDFI II fuel injection |
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Ignition /
Starting |
- / electric |
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Max Power |
103 hp @ 6800 rpm |
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Max Torque |
84 ft-lb @ 6000 rpm |
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Transmission /
Drive |
5 Speed / chain |
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Frame |
Aluminium frame with Uniplanar™ Powertrain
vibration isolation system |
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Front Suspension |
Showa inverted forks
compression damping, rebound damping and spring preload adjustable, 120mm wheel travel |
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Rear Suspension |
Showa coil-over monoshock, remote underseat
reservoir and adjustable compression damping, rebound damping and spring
preload, 127mm wheel travel |
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Front Brakes |
ZTL type brake, 6-piston, fixed caliper, 375
mm single-sided, inside out, stainless steel, floating rotor |
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Rear Brakes |
Single 240mm disc 1 piston
floating caliper |
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Front Tyre |
120/70 ZR17 |
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Rear Tyre |
180/55 ZR17 |
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Seat Height |
726 mm |
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Dry-Weight |
179 kg |
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Fuel Capacity |
14 Litres |

The XB12Scg features a lowered suspension and
seat for a lower center of gravity and a shorter reach to the ground with no
compromise to handling or performance. Streetfighter styling and potent American
V-Twin power keeps the aggression mean and low.
Buell Lightning models and the new 1125CR™ are at the core of what Buell is all
about - pure performance with a broad, seamless power delivery in a stripped
down, raw and aggressive package.
Each Buell model is designed utilizing the Buell Trilogy of Technology™ -
chassis rigidity, centralized mass, and low unsprung weight - to produce a
motorcycle which responds instantly to rider input.
Model Highlights
New Master cylinder piston seals for improved brake feel
New LED taillight
New Clear-lens front and rear turn signals
New Thin-film airbox graphics and fly cut brake logos
New Second oxygen sensor and updated EFI calibration improves fuel economy and
drivability
New Pirelli Scorpion Sync tires
New Battery tender plug
• Buell ZTL2™ four-pad, eight-piston front brake
• Blacked-out engine, frame, forks and other components
• Cosmetic frame protectors
• Wide, flat-track style handlebar
• Minimal front flyscreen
• Lowered and re-shaped sculpted Streetfighter seat
• Lowered front and rear suspension
• Twin quartz halogen headlamps
• Upright, athletic riding position
Key Features
The XB12Scg features a lowered suspension and seat for a lower center of gravity
and a shorter reach to the ground with no compromise to handling or performance.
Streetfighter styling and potent American V-Twin power keeps the aggression mean
and low.
Buell Lightning models and the new 1125CR™ are at the core of what Buell is all
about – pure performance with a broad, seamless power delivery in a stripped
down, raw and aggressive package.
Each Buell model is designed utilizing the Buell Trilogy of Technology™ –
chassis rigidity, centralized mass, and low unsprung weight – to produce a
motorcycle which responds instantly to rider input.
• Buell Thunderstorm® 1203cc air/oil/fancooled 45-degree V-Twin engine with DDFI
3 Electronic Fuel Injection ECM
• Fuel in Frame Intuitive Response Chassis
• Rigid cast-aluminum swingarm doubles as engine oil reservoir
• Eight-row oil cooler with Jiffy-tite fittings
• Goodyear® Hibrex® final drive belt with Flexten Plus technology with a
constant-tension pulley for smoother on/off throttle transitions
• Underslung Buell InterActive Exhaust
• 6-spoke, cast aluminum wheels
• Steel braided brake lines
• Fully adjustable 43 mm Showa inverted fork
• Fully adjustable Showa rear shock absorber
• Adjustable hand controls

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