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Buell Lightning XB12S - 2008 Specifications and Reviews

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General information

CategoryNaked bike
Year2008
ModelBuell Lightning XB12S

Engine and Transmission Specifications

Exhaust systemTuned, tri-pass resonance chamber with InterActive valve and mass-centralized mounting
ClutchWet, multi-plate, compensated, reduced lever effort
Transmission type,final driveBelt
Gearbox5-speed
Cooling systemOil & air
Lubrication systemDry-sump
Fuel controlOHV
Fuel systemInjection. 49 mm down draft DDFI III fuel injection
Valves per cylinder2
Compression10.0:1
Torque113.90 Nm (11.6 kgf-m or 84.0 ft.lbs) @ 6000
Power103.00
Engine typeV2, four-stroke
Capacity:1202.88 ccm (73.40 cubic inches)

Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels

Rear brakes diameter240 mm (9.4 inches)
Rear brakesSingle disc. 2-piston calipers
Front brakesSingle disc. 8-piston calipers
Rear tyre dimensions180/55-ZR17
Front tyre dimensions120/70-ZR17
Rear suspension travel127 mm (5.0 inches)
Rear suspensionShowa coil-over monoshock with adjustable compression damping, rebound damping and spring preload
Front suspension travel120 mm (4.7 inches)
Front suspension43 mm Showa inverted forks with adjustable compression damping, rebound damping and spring preload
Rake (fork angle)21.0°
Frame typeAluminum frame with Uniplanar™ powertrain vibration isolation system, fuel in frame
 
 

Physical measures and capacities

Fuel capacity14.45 litres (3.82 gallons)
Wheelbase1,321 mm (52.0 inches)
Ground clearance110 mm (4.4 inches)
Overall width754 mm (29.7 inches)
Overall length1,935 mm (76.2 inches)
Power/weight ratio0.5749 HP/kg
Dry weight179.2 kg (395.0 pounds)

Other specs

Color optionsMidnight Black, Valencia Orange Translucid, Cherry Bomb Translucid
StarterElectric

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