Buell XB12Scg Lightning Make Model | Buell XB12Scg Lightning | Year | 2009-10 | 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 | Frame | Aluminium frame with Uniplanar? Powertrain vibration isolation system | Front Suspension | Showa inverted forks compression damping, rebound damping and spring preload adjustable, 120mm wheel travel | Rear Suspension | Showa coil-over monoshock, remote underseat reservoir and adjustable compression damping, rebound damping and spring preload, 127mm wheel travel | 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 ZR17 | Rear Tyre | 180/55 ZR17 | Seat Height | 726 mm | Dry-Weight | 179 kg | Fuel Capacity | 14 Litres | 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 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 |