Buell XB12Scg Lightning

Make Model.	Buell XB12Scg Lightning
Year	2009 - 10
Engine	45° V-Twin, four stroke, pushrod actuated overhead valve. hydraulic self-adjusting lifters, 2 valve per cylinder.
Capacity	1203 cc / 73 cu in
Bore x Stroke	88.9 x 96.8 mm
Compression Ratio	10.0:1
Cooling System	Air cooled
Lubrication	Dry sump
Exhaust	Free breathing, 2-into-1 Tuned, tri-pass resonance chamber with InterActive valve and mass-centralized mounting
Induction	Ø49 mm downdraft DDFI II fuel injection
Starting	Electric
Max Power	86.9 kW / 103 hp @ 6800 rpm
Max Torque	114 Nm / 11.6 kgf-m / 84 ft-lbs @ 6000 rpm
Clutch	Wet, multi-plate
Transmission	5 Speed
Final Drive	Belt
Gear Ratios	1^st 2.649 / 2^nd 1.892 / 3^rd 1.407 / 4^th 1.166 / 5^th 1.000
Frame	Aluminium frame with Uniplanar™ Powertrain vibration isolation system, fuel in frame
Rake	21°
Trail	83 mm / 3.3"
Front Suspension	Showa Ø43 mm inverted forks compression damping, rebound damping and spring preload adjustable
Front Wheel Travel	120 mm / 4.7"
Rear Suspension	Showa coil-over monoshock, remote underseat reservoir and adjustable compression damping, rebound damping and spring preload
Rear Wheel Travel	127 mm / 5.0"
Front Brakes	ZTL type brake, 6 piston, fixed caliper, Ø375 mm single-sided, inside out, stainless steel, floating rotor
Rear Brakes	Single Ø240 mm disc, 1 piston floating caliper
Wheels	6-Spoke, ZTL cast aluminium
Front Wheel	3.50 x 17"
Rear Wheel	5.50 x 17"
Front Tyre	120/70 ZR17 Pirelli
Rear Tyre	180/55 ZR17 Pirelli
Dimensions	Length: 1935 mm / 76.2" Width: 754 mm / 29.7"
Wheelbase	1320 mm / 52.0"
Ground Clearance	110 mm / 4.4"
Seat Height	726 mm / 28.6"
Dry Weight	179 kg / 395 lbs
GVWR	386 kg / 850 lbd
Fuel Capacity	14 L / 3.7 US gal
Fuel Reserve	2.8 L / 0.75 US gal
Oil Capacity	2.37 L / 2.50 qts
Standing ¼ Mile	12.2 sec
Top Speed	216.2 km/h / 134 mph

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 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