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Buell Lightning XB12S

General moped information

ModelBuell Lightning XB12S
Year2007
CategoryNaked bike
Rating60.8 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other bikes

Engine and transmission

Engine typeV2, four-stroke
Power103.00 HP (75.2 kW)) @ 6800 RPM
Fuel systemInjection. 49 mm down draft DDFI II fuel injection
Fuel controlOHV
Lubrication systemDry-sump
Cooling systemOil & air
Gearbox5-speed
ClutchWet, multi-plate, compensated
Exhaust systemTuned, tri-pass resonance chamber with InterActive valve and mass-centralized mounting

Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels

Frame typeAluminum frame with Uniplanar™ powertrain vibration isolation system, fuel in frame
Rake (fork angle)21.0°
Trail84 mm (3.3 inches)
Front tyre dimensions120/70-ZR17
Rear tyre dimensions180/55-ZR17
Front brakesSingle disc
Rear brakesSingle disc
Rear brakes diameter240 mm (9.4 inches)

Physical measures and capacities

Dry weight179.2 kg (395.0 pounds)
Power/weight ratio0.5749 HP/kg
Overall length1,935 mm (76.2 inches)
Overall width754 mm (29.7 inches)
Ground clearance110 mm (4.4 inches)
Fuel capacity14.45 litres (3.82 gallons)

Other specifications

StarterElectric
Color optionsValencia Orange Translucid w/Translucent Amber wheels
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