Buell Lightning XB12S

Buell Lightning XB12S


  3.56 average rating for 19 Buell Lightning XB12S model variants.

Buell Lightning XB12S model overview
Buell Lightning XB12S models include the 19 motorcycles below produced from 2004 to 2010. The 2010 Buell XB12Scg Lightning motorcycle is used as an example on this page. It has a 1203 ccm v2 engine. The category is naked bike. Our visitor's rating for this model is 3.6 out of 5 with 3 votes. See the model variants below for more rating details.

Engine and transmission
Displacement1,202.9 ccm (73.40 cubic inches)
Power103.0 HP (75.2 kW) @ 6800 RPM
Torque113.9 Nm (11.6 kgf-m or 84.0 ft.lbs) @ 5500 RPM
Gearbox5-speed
ClutchWet, multi-plate, compensated
Exhaust systemTuned, tri-pass resonance chamber with InterActive valve and mass-centralised mounting
Frame, dampers, brakes and wheels
FrameBlack aluminium frame with Uniplanar™ powertrain vibration isolation system, fuel in frame
Front dampers41 mm Showa inverted forks with adjustable compression damping, rebound damping and spring preload
Rear dampersShowa coil-over monoshock with remote, under-seat reservoir and adjustable compression damping, rebound damping and spring preload
Front tire120/70-ZR17
Rear tire180/55-ZR17
Front brakesSingle disc. ZTL2-type brake, 8-piston, 4 pads, fixed caliper, 375 mm single-sided, inside out, stainless steel, floating rotor
Diameter375 mm (14.8 inches)
Rear brakesSingle disc. Two-piston, direct mount caliper; stainless steel, fixed rotor
Diameter240 mm (9.4 inches)
Weight and dimentions
Dry weight179.2 kg (395.0 pounds)
Saddle height759 mm (29.9 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Wheelbase1316 mm (51.8 inches)
Length1923 mm (75.7 inches)
Width754 mm (29.7 inches)
Ground clearance90 mm (3.5 inches)
Fuel tank14.5 litres (3.82 US gallons)
Oil capacity2.40 litres (2.54 US quarts)
Other information
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The Buell Lightning XB12S model variants with detailed specs:
 
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2010 Buell XB12Scg Lightning
Naked bike category:
2010 Buell XB12Scg Lightning
Colors: Villain Black, Kick Ash Translucid and Cherry Bomb Red TranslucidPoint
Price as new: 10299 USDPoint
Torque: 113.90 NmPoint
Dry weight: 179.16 kgPoint
Manufacturers profilation: 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.

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2010 Buell XB12Ss Lightning Long
Naked bike category:
2010 Buell XB12Ss Lightning Long
Colors: Villain Black, Kick Ash Translucid, Cherry Bomb Red TranslucidPoint
Price as new: 10299 USDPoint
Torque: 113.90 NmPoint
Dry weight: 181.00 kgPoint
Manufacturers profilation: The XB12Ss has supermoto-inspired long-travel front and rear suspension, which earned top marks in the handling department from journalists and consumers.

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2010 Buell XB12SX Lightning City X
Naked bike category:
2010 Buell XB12SX Lightning City X
Colors: Valencia Orange Translucent; Hero Blue TranslucentPoint
Torque: 104.00 NmPoint
Dry weight: 179.00 kgPoint
Manufacturers profilation: For those looking for a bike with agile handling, as well as serious torque and acceleration for real urban power, MY10 sees the introduction of the new Lightning® CityX XB12SX. Receiving its debut in Europe, the XB12SX marries the sheer power of the Thunderstorm™ 1203cc V-Twin engine with Buell’s popular Lightning CityX XB9SX chassis and suspension, inspired by the needs of today’s urban rider.

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2009 Buell Lightning XB12Scg
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2009 Buell Lightning XB12Scg
Colors: Cherry Bomb translucid; Hero Blue translucid; Midnight BlackPoint
Price as new: 9995 USDPoint
Torque: 113.90 NmPoint
Dry weight: 179.16 kgPoint
Manufacturers profilation: With a lower seat and lowered suspension, this bare-knuckled brawler takes the streetfighter mentality to a new low, while taking performance to new heights. With a low center of gravity and the raw, minimalist styling that separates the Lightning lineup from the pack – the Lightning XB12Scg puts you as close to the road as you’ll ever want to be.

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2009 Buell Lightning Long XB12Ss
Naked bike category:
2009 Buell Lightning Long XB12Ss
Colors: Cherry Bomb translucid; Hero Blue translucid; Midnight BlackPoint
Price as new: 9995 USDPoint
Torque: 113.90 NmPoint
Manufacturers profilation: The Lightning Long XB12Ss delivers brute American performance in a light, nimble package. With stretched chassis dimensions and ergonomics, supermoto-inspired long-travel suspension, and all the performance and aggressive styling you expect from a Lightning model, you’ll never run short of adrenaline.

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2008 Buell Lightning XB12S
Naked bike category:
2008 Buell Lightning XB12S
Colors: Midnight Black, Valencia Orange Translucid, Cherry Bomb TranslucidPoint
Price as new: 10495 USDPoint
Torque: 113.90 NmPoint
Dry weight: 179.16 kgPoint
Manufacturers profilation: An American streetfighter with radical 52´ wheelbase, 21° rake and 3.3´ of trail. Great agility for any riding situation. 1203 cc Thunderstorm® air/oil/fan-cooled, fuel-injected 45° V-Twin pulls like a freight train right off idle.

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2008 Buell Lightning XB12Ss
Naked bike category:
2008 Buell Lightning XB12Ss
Colors: Cherry Bomb Translucid (New), Valencia Orange Translucid (New), Midnight BlackPoint
Price as new: 10495 USDPoint
Torque: 113.90 NmPoint
Dry weight: 181.43 kgPoint
Manufacturers profilation: All the performance and style of the original Lightning®, but with stretched chassis dimensions and ergonomics for a more relaxed riding position.

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2008 Buell Lightning XB12STT
Naked bike category:
2008 Buell Lightning XB12STT
Colors: Barricade Orange, Arctic WhitePoint
Price as new: 10495 USDPoint
Torque: 113.90 NmPoint
Dry weight: 181.43 kgPoint
Manufacturers profilation: Blending the hard-core attitude of a streetfighter with the agility and style of supermoto, this defiant urban assault machine is the ultimate in moto self-expression. It features a 1203 cc Thunderstorm® air/oil/fan-cooled, fuel-injected 45° V-Twin that´s perfectly suited for aggressive riding.

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2008 Buell Lightning XB12Scg
Naked bike category:
2008 Buell Lightning XB12Scg
Colors: Cherry Bomb Translucid, Valencia Orange Translucid, Midnight BlackPoint
Price as new: 10495 USDPoint
Torque: 113.90 NmPoint
Dry weight: 179.16 kgPoint
Manufacturers profilation: All the exceptional handling characteristics of the original Lightning® packaged in a streetfighter that boasts an even lower center of gravity.

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2007 Buell Lightning XB12S
Naked bike category:
2007 Buell Lightning XB12S
Colors: Valencia Orange Translucid w/Translucent Amber wheelsPoint
Torque: 113.90 NmPoint
Dry weight: 179.16 kgPoint
Manufacturers profilation: An American streetfighter with radical 52´ wheelbase, 21° rake and 3.3´ of trail. Great agility for any riding situation. 1203 cc Thunderstorm air/oil/fan-cooled, fuel-injected 45° V-Twin pulls like a freight train right off idle.

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2007 Buell Lightning XB12Scg
Naked bike category:
2007 Buell Lightning XB12Scg
Colors: Valencia Orange Translucid w/Translucent Amber wheelsPoint
Torque: 113.90 NmPoint
Dry weight: 179.16 kgPoint
Manufacturers profilation: All the exceptional handling characteristics of the original Lightning packaged in a streetfighter that boasts an even lower center of gravity.

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2007 Buell Lightning Long XB12Ss
Naked bike category:
2007 Buell Lightning Long XB12Ss
Colors: Midnight black with designer black wheelsPoint
Torque: 113.90 NmPoint
Dry weight: 181.43 kgPoint
Manufacturers profilation: All the performance and style of the original Lightning, but with stretched chassis dimensions and ergonomics for a more relaxed riding position.

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2007 Buell Lightning Super TT XB12STT
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2007 Buell Lightning Super TT XB12STT
Colors: Arctic White and Barricade OrangePoint
Torque: 113.90 NmPoint
Dry weight: 181.43 kgPoint
Manufacturers profilation: With customizable flyscreen and tail section number plates, the new XB12STT is screaming for customization. Additional sets are available and easily exchanged allowing your individual personality to show.

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2006 Buell Lightning XB12S
Naked bike category:
2006 Buell Lightning XB12S
Price as new: 10495 USDPoint
Torque: 113.90 NmPoint
Dry weight: 179.16 kgPoint

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2006 Buell Lightning XB12Ss
Naked bike category:
2006 Buell Lightning XB12Ss
Price as new: 10495 USDPoint
Torque: 113.90 NmPoint
Dry weight: 181.43 kgPoint

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2006 Buell Lightning XB12Scg
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2006 Buell Lightning XB12Scg
Colors: MulticoloredPoint
Price as new: 10495 USDPoint
Torque: 113.90 NmPoint
Dry weight: 179.16 kgPoint

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2005 Buell Lightning XB12S
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2005 Buell Lightning XB12S
Colors: Midnight Black, Racing Red, Thrust BluePoint
Price as new: 10495 USDPoint
Torque: 113.90 NmPoint
Dry weight: 179.16 kgPoint

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2005 Buell Lightning XB12Scg
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2005 Buell Lightning XB12Scg
Colors: Midnight Black, Racing Red, Thrust BluePoint
Price as new: 10495 USDPoint
Torque: 113.90 NmPoint
Dry weight: 179.16 kgPoint

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2004 Buell Lightning XB12S
Naked bike category:
2004 Buell Lightning XB12S
Colors: Midnight Black, Racing Red/Graphite-Grey/Translucent AmberPoint
Torque: 109.70 NmPoint
Dry weight: 179.00 kgPoint

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