When did the Buell XB12R Firebolt come out?
Buell XB9R Firebolt: Near identical but with a 984cc engine. Ran from 2002-04. 17 owners have reviewed their BUELL XB12R FIREBOLT (2003 – 2007) and rated it in a number of areas. Read what they have to say and what they like and dislike about the bike below.
Which is better 2004 Buell Firebolt or 2003?
The Firebolt XB12R was a new addition for the 2004 lineup. Overall, surveyed riders liked the 2004 Buell XB12R better than the 2003 model. Riders favored the 2004 model due to its superior engine performance and design, lower maintenance costs, marginally better racing track capabilities and better touring capabilities.
Is the Buell XB12R a V-twin motorcycle?
Yes the Buell XB12R Firebolt engine’s crude and lumpy. But that’s part of its charm. Nothing could be further than the in-line fours the Japanese power their sports motorcycles with. This 1203cc air cooled, narrow angle V-twin is an old-school charmer with plenty of brawny torque.
Where can I find Buell Motorcycle 0 to 60 times?
Welcome to the most complete Buell 0-60 & quarter mile times resource online offering a comprehensive index of Buell 0 to 60 motorcycle specs, including the Buell Lightning XB9SX! Please take into account that the Buell 0 to 60 times and Quarter mile data listed on this motorcycle performance page is gathered from numerous credible sources.
When did the Buell Firebolt XB12R come out?
Buell introduced the XB frame in the 2002 Firebolt XB9R sportbike. The Firebolt XB12R was introduced in 2004 and was initially sold alongside the smaller displacement Firebolt XB9R. The Lightning came in 2003 and was marketed by Buell as a streetfighter motorcycle.
The Firebolt XB12R was a new addition for the 2004 lineup. Overall, surveyed riders liked the 2004 Buell XB12R better than the 2003 model. Riders favored the 2004 model due to its superior engine performance and design, lower maintenance costs, marginally better racing track capabilities and better touring capabilities.
Where was the first Buell Firebolt bike ridden?
When the Firebolt was launched I was one of the first to ride it around a sunny Valencia track in Spain before running one as a longterm bike for a year and over 10,000 miles and also being amongst the first to ride the Lightning on a rain soaked weekend in Southern France.
How does the Buell work on the XB pages?
The standard Buell design routes this back into the airbox and back through the engine. As these vapours will not burn, they result in reduced power. This has been proven in the US to be worth 2-4hp! Not a bad result for another potentially very low cost project. The current breathers come up into the airbox base.
Is it possible to go wrong on a Buell Firebolt?
Anyone who puts down a Buell Firebolt has very likely never owned one, or even ridden one, they dont go wrong any more than any other bike in the real world. If 150mph and wheelieing in the first three gears isn’t enough for you,get off the road and on the track.
Is the xb12r-buellxb engine leaking oil?
It didn’t leak any (it didn’t have that Harley trait: neither did my Sportster) but it did “eat” some. oil consumption seems to be hit and miss though. Some claim theirs don’t use any where-as I had 2 harleys engine, back to back, that used almost the same amount.
Buell XB9R Firebolt: Near identical but with a 984cc engine. Ran from 2002-04. 17 owners have reviewed their BUELL XB12R FIREBOLT (2003 – 2007) and rated it in a number of areas. Read what they have to say and what they like and dislike about the bike below.
How many gallons of fuel does a Buell xb12ss have?
At 44 average mpg, our XB12Ss could go nearly 200 miles between fill-ups. The air intake on all the 2006 Buell XBs is no longer routed through the frame, allowing a slight increase in fuel capacity from 3.7 to 3.8 gallons (except on the XB12Ss, which has a wider frame, too, and thus a fuel capacity of 4.4 gallons).
How big is the Buell Lightning long xb12ss?
To that end, for 2006 Buell has created the Lightning Long XB12Ss, essentially a longer, taller, wider version of the 1,203cc Lightning XB12S. Although still smaller and lighter than most bikes with half the displacement, the Ss is a Buell that a larger guy or gal can appreciate-the Buell for the full-figured rider, if you will.
Anyone who puts down a Buell Firebolt has very likely never owned one, or even ridden one, they dont go wrong any more than any other bike in the real world. If 150mph and wheelieing in the first three gears isn’t enough for you,get off the road and on the track.