Buell XB12Ss Lightning Long

     

Make Model

Buell XB12Ss Lightning Long

Year

2010

Engine

Air cooled, 45° V-Twin, four stroke, pushrod actuated overhead valve. hydraulic self-adjusting lifters, 2 valve per cylinder.

Capacity

1203
Bore x Stroke 88.9 x 96.8 mm
Compression Ratio 10.0:1

Induction

49 mm downdraft DDFI II fuel injection

Ignition  /  Starting

-  /  electric

Max power

103 hp @ 6800 rpm

Max Torque

84 ft-lb @ 6000 rpm

Transmission  /  Drive

5 Speed  /  chain
Gear Ratio 1st 2.648  /  2nd 1.892  /  3rd 1.407  /  4th 1.166  /  5th 1.000
Frame Aluminium frame with Uniplanar™ Powertrain vibration isolation system

Front Suspension

Showa® inverted fork with adjustable compression damping, rebound damping and spring preload. 

Rear Suspension

Showa ® Fully adjustable, coil-over monoshock with remote, underseat reservoir. 

Front Brakes

ZTL type brake, 6-piston, fixed caliper, 375 mm single-sided, inside out, stainless steel, floating rotor

Rear Brakes

Single 240mm disc 1 piston floating caliper

Front Tyre

120/70 R17

Rear Tyre

180/55 R17
Seat Height  774.7  mm  / 30.50 in.

Dry-Weight

181.5 kg

Fuel Capacity 

16.7 Litres

Standing ¼ Mile  

12.0 sec / 110.6 mp/h

Top Speed

126.8 mp/h
Reviews

Motorbikes today  /  Motorcycle Daily  /  MCN part 1 - part 2 - part 3 - part 4 - part 5 - part 6 - part 7  /  Sport Rider  / 

 

The Lightning® Long XB12Ss delivers true classic American brute performance and the bold, edgy look of the original Lightning XB12S, with stretched chassis dimensions and ergonomics for more size, comfort and convenience. Supermoto-inspired long-travel suspension, aggressive streetfighter styling and American V-Twin muscle earn top marks for handling.

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
• Extended swingarm
• Cosmetic frame protectors
• Wide, flat-track style handlebar
• Minimal front flyscreen
• Sculpted Streetfighter seat
• Twin quartz halogen headlamps
• Upright, athletic riding position

Key Features

The Lightning® Long XB12Ss delivers true classic American brute performance and the bold, edgy look of the original Lightning

XB12S, with stretched chassis dimensions and ergonomics for more size, comfort and convenience.

Supermoto-inspired long-travel suspension, aggressive streetfighter styling and American V-Twin muscle earn top marks for handling.


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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