Naked Motorcycles
2006Buell Blast
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The 2006 Buell Blast is an entry-level naked bike designed for novice riders seeking an affordable, manageable motorcycle. Its 491cc air-cooled single-cylinder engine delivers modest power with user-friendly handling characteristics. Known for its simplicity, low seat height, and approachable performance, the Blast excels as an ideal learning platform for beginner motorcyclists.
- Capacity
- 492.0 ccm
- Engine
- Single, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Dry weight
- 163.0 kg
- Seat height
- 775 mm
- Power
- 34.1 HP (25.4 kW) @ 6500 RPM
What’s new for the 2006 Buell Blast
vs the 2005| Spec | 2005 | 2006 |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 34.0 HP (25.0 kW) @ 7500 RPM | 34.1 HP (25.4 kW) @ 6500 RPM |
| Front suspension | 37 mm Showa® conventional forks | Showa® non-adjustable gas-charge compression shock. |
| Rear suspension | Showa non-adjustable, gas-charged compression shock | Showa® non-adjustable, gas-charged compression shock |
| Front brakes | Single disc. Dual piston, floating caliper, stainless steel rotor | Single disc |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Single piston, floating caliper, 220 mm, stainless steel rotor | Single disc |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- It was designed as an approachable, low-intimidation machine for learning to ride and for light urban commuting rather than performance riding.
- Built for
- The single-cylinder air-cooled engine gives it a simple, forgiving, low-revving character with modest torque delivered low in the rev range.
- Not ideal for
- It is not suited to riders wanting highway touring comfort, high-speed performance, passenger carrying, or off-road capability.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Will it fit you?
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- Capacity
- 492.0 ccm
- Power
- 34.1 HP (25.4 kW) @ 6500 RPM
- EPA CO Emissions
- 3.1 CO g/km
- Torque
- 41.0 Nm (4.2 kgf-m)
- Engine type
- Single, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.2092 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 88.9 x 79.4 mm
- Compression
- 9.2:1
- Cooling system
- Air
- Fuel system
- Carburettor
- Starting
- Electric
- Aspiration
- Naturally aspirated
- Valves per cylinder
- 2
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Belt
- Clutch
- Wet, multi-plate
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1397 mm
- Overall length
- 1976 mm
- Overall width
- 742 mm
- Overall height
- 1077 mm
- Seat height
- 775 mm
- Dry weight
- 163.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 10.60 litres
- Ground clearance
- 127 mm
- Reserve fuel capacity
- 2.10 litres
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Wide beam HSLA steel backbone frame with built-in oil reservoir, Uniplanar™ powertrain vibration isolation, Titanium color finish
- Front suspension
- Showa® non-adjustable gas-charge compression shock.
- Rear suspension
- Showa® non-adjustable, gas-charged compression shock
- Front wheel travel
- 32 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 32 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 25.0°
- Trail
- 86 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc
- Front brakes diameter
- 320 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Rear brakes diameter
- 220 mm
- Front tyre
- 100/80-16
- Rear tyre
- 120/80-16
Other
- Color options
- Battle Blue/Midnight Black
Specs last verified against published sources: .
Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
What changed, year to year
Differences highlighted| Specification | 2002 | 2004 | 2006 | 2008 | 2010 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 492 cc | 492 cc | 492 cc | 492 cc | 492 cc |
| Dry weight | 163 kg | 163 kg | 163 kg | 163 kg | 163 kg |
| Seat height | 699 mm | 775 mm | 775 mm | 648 mm | 648 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 10.6 L | 10.6 L | 10.6 L | 10.6 L | 10.6 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
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Common questions
What is the engine size of the Buell Blast?
The 2006 Buell Blast has a Capacity of 492.0 ccm (30.02 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Buell Blast have?
The 2006 Buell Blast has a Power of 34.1 HP (25.4 kW) @ 6500 RPM.
How many gears does the Buell Blast have?
The 2006 Buell Blast has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
What is the torque of the Buell Blast?
The 2006 Buell Blast has a Torque of 41.0 Nm (4.2 kgf-m or 30.2 ft.lbs).
How much does the Buell Blast weigh?
The 2006 Buell Blast has a Dry weight of 163.0 kg (359.4 pounds).
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