How much does a Buell XB9R Firebolt motorcycle weigh?
The motor weighs in at 169 pounds dry, complete with oil coolers and attendant mounting hardware–41 pounds lighter than the 1200 Sportster mill, but still 46 pounds up on KTM’s new superlight V-twin.Hop on and you’re aboard an exceedingly compact motorcycle. Everything looks cleanly styled and nicely bolted together from the saddle.
Are there any problems with the Buell xb12s Lightning?
Electrical problems and poor finish are more minor than the snapping bolts and drive belts that earlier Buell motorcycles suffered. A local dealer who understands the Buell XB12S Lightning will make ownership easier. Rival motorcycles are available for similar money to the Buell XB12S Lightning.
How big is a Buell S3 Thunderbolt motorcycle?
The massaged 1200 Sportster mill in Buell’s S3 Thunderbolt made 90.1 ponies at 6500 rpm vs. the Firebolt’s 78.2-horse peak at 7250 rpm. Put to work pushing a 455-pound motorcycle, Firebolt horses have a lot of work to do.
Who is the owner of Buell Motorcycle Company?
Buell motorcycles is a subsidiary of Harley-Davidson set up by employee/ motorcycle racer/visionary Eric Buell. The Buell XB12S Lightning is a very individual motorcycle and hugely enjoyable to ride.
The motor weighs in at 169 pounds dry, complete with oil coolers and attendant mounting hardware–41 pounds lighter than the 1200 Sportster mill, but still 46 pounds up on KTM’s new superlight V-twin.Hop on and you’re aboard an exceedingly compact motorcycle. Everything looks cleanly styled and nicely bolted together from the saddle.
The massaged 1200 Sportster mill in Buell’s S3 Thunderbolt made 90.1 ponies at 6500 rpm vs. the Firebolt’s 78.2-horse peak at 7250 rpm. Put to work pushing a 455-pound motorcycle, Firebolt horses have a lot of work to do.
Electrical problems and poor finish are more minor than the snapping bolts and drive belts that earlier Buell motorcycles suffered. A local dealer who understands the Buell XB12S Lightning will make ownership easier. Rival motorcycles are available for similar money to the Buell XB12S Lightning.
Is the Buell XB12R part of Harley Davidson?
The latest sports motorcycles are pretty well equipped – the Buell XB12R Firebolt is somewhat behind. There’s a couple of bungee hooks on the rear seat until, basic clocks and not much else. Being part of Harley-Davidson there’s a big range of extras from carbon parts to performance exhausts and air filters.
Is the Buell xb9sx Lightning in good condition?
THE CHROME AND ALUMINUM ARE IN GOOD CONDITION WITH THE EXCEPTION OF A SMALL TOUCHUPS ON THE FORK LOWER. THE TIRES HAVE GOOD TREAD LEFT ON THEM. Time let this one go. ’03 Xb9S, 6500 miles, factory race ecm and exhaust set up at Doc’s Harley in Wisconsin,runs very well, but for a younger rider.
What kind of engine does Buell Lightning have?
2009 Buell Lightning CITYX XB9SX, YOU ARE LOOKING AT A 2009 BUELL LIGHTNING CITYX XB9SX WITH 3,932 MILES ON IT. IT IS HERO BLUE TRANSLUCID AND POWERED BY A 984CC FUEL INJECTED ENGINE AND 5 SPEED TRANSMISSION. THE BIKE COMES WITH 1 KEY. THERE ARE NO SCRATCHES, DENTS, OR DINGS THAT I CAN FIND WITH THE EXCEPTION OF TOUCHUPS ON THE REAR FENDER.
What kind of bike is Buell Lightning cityx?
2009 Buell Lightning CITYX XB9SX, 2009 Buell XB9sx FOR SALE 984cc Thunderstorm V-Twin, Eric Buell designed this bike to have the fuel in the frame, oil reservoir in the swing arm and air filter where the gas tank normally is. This bike has a low center of gravity, mass centralization and torsional rigidity for serious canyon carving.