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Buell Lightning XB9S

General moped information

ModelBuell Lightning XB9S
Year2004
CategoryNaked bike
Rating72.4 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other bikes

Engine and transmission

Engine typeTwin, four-stroke
Power84.20 HP (61.5 kW)) @ 7400 RPM
Fuel systemInjection
Fuel controlOHV
Cooling systemAir
Gearbox5-speed

Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels

Frame typeAluminium Frame with Uniplanar powertrain vibration isolation system
Rake (fork angle)21.0°
Trail83 mm (3.3 inches)
Front tyre dimensions120/70-ZR17
Rear tyre dimensions180/55-ZR17
Front brakesSingle disc
Front brakes diameter375 mm (14.8 inches)
Rear brakesSingle disc
Rear brakes diameter240 mm (9.4 inches)

Physical measures and capacities

Dry weight175.0 kg (385.8 pounds)
Power/weight ratio0.4811 HP/kg
Seat height765 mm (30.1 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall height1,232 mm (48.5 inches)
Overall length1,924 mm (75.7 inches)
Overall width831 mm (32.7 inches)
Ground clearance127 mm (5.0 inches)
Fuel capacity14.00 litres (3.70 gallons)

Other specifications

Color optionsMidnight Black, Sunfire Yellow/Stardust Silver
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