Naked Motorcycles
2006Buell Lightning CityX XB9SX
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The 2006 Buell Lightning CityX XB9SX is an urban streetfighter from Buell, with a short, agile chassis. Its oil- and air-cooled 984cc V-twin makes 92 hp and 94.9 Nm through a five-speed gearbox and belt drive. A 777 mm seat, 174.6 kg dry weight and 13-litre tank make it quick and nimble in town.
- Capacity
- 984.0 ccm
- Engine
- V-Twin, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Dry weight
- 174.6 kg
- Seat height
- 777 mm
- Power
- 92.0 HP (67.7 kW)
What’s new for the 2006 Buell Lightning CityX XB9SX
vs the 2005| Spec | 2005 | 2006 |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 92.0 HP (67.7 kW) @ 7500 RPM | 92.0 HP (67.7 kW) |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built as a sporty naked streetfighter designed for aggressive backroad carving and lively urban riding rather than outright top-speed pursuits.
- Built for
- Delivers a raw, torque-rich Harley-derived V-twin growl combined with genuinely sharp, flickable handling thanks to its low weight and steep rake.
- Not ideal for
- Not the right choice for riders wanting plush long-distance comfort, pillion-friendly touring, or any serious 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
- 984.0 ccm
- Power
- 92.0 HP (67.7 kW)
- Torque
- 94.9 Nm (9.7 kgf-m)
- Engine type
- V-Twin, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.5269 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 88.9 x 78.7 mm
- Compression
- 10.0:1
- Cooling system
- Oil & air
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Valves per cylinder
- 2
- Lubrication system
- Dry sump
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Belt
- Clutch
- Wet, multi-plate, compensated
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1321 mm
- Overall length
- 1935 mm
- Overall width
- 820 mm
- Overall height
- 1074 mm
- Seat height
- 777 mm
- Dry weight
- 174.6 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 13.00 litres
- Ground clearance
- 110 mm
- Oil capacity
- 2.40 litres
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Aluminum frame with Uniplanar™ powertrain vibration isolation system - Fuel in Frame
- Front suspension
- 43 mm Showa® inverted fork with adjustable compression damping, rebound damping and spring preload
- Rear suspension
- Showa coil-over monoshock with remote, underseat reservoir and adjustable compression damping, rebound damping and spring preload
- Front wheel travel
- 120 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 127 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 21.0°
- Trail
- 84 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc. ZTL type brake, 6-piston, fixed caliper, single-sided, inside out, stainless steel, floating rotor
- Front brakes diameter
- 336 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. stainless steel, single piston, floating caliper, fixed rotor
- Rear brakes diameter
- 240 mm
- Front tyre
- 120/70-ZR17
- Rear tyre
- 180/55-ZR17
Other
- Color options
- Hero Blue Translucid with Midnight Black and Villain 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 | 2005 | 2006 | 2007 | 2008 | 2009 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 984 cc | 984 cc | 983 cc | 983 cc | 983 cc |
| Dry weight | 175 kg | 175 kg | 177 kg | 177 kg | 177 kg |
| Seat height | 777 mm | 777 mm | 771 mm | 771 mm | 765 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 13 L | 13 L | 14.5 L | 14.5 L | 14.5 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
Rider Reviews
Common questions
What is the engine size of the Buell Lightning CityX XB9SX?
The 2006 Buell Lightning CityX XB9SX has a Capacity of 984.0 ccm (60.05 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Buell Lightning CityX XB9SX have?
The 2006 Buell Lightning CityX XB9SX has a Power of 92.0 HP (67.7 kW).
How many gears does the Buell Lightning CityX XB9SX have?
The 2006 Buell Lightning CityX XB9SX has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
What is the torque of the Buell Lightning CityX XB9SX?
The 2006 Buell Lightning CityX XB9SX has a Torque of 94.9 Nm (9.7 kgf-m or 70.0 ft.lbs).
How much does the Buell Lightning CityX XB9SX weigh?
The 2006 Buell Lightning CityX XB9SX has a Dry weight of 174.6 kg (384.9 pounds).
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