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Buell Lightning XB12S 2008

Complete specifications and details for the 2008 Buell Lightning XB12S. This comprehensive guide includes engine specifications, dimensions, features, and performance data.

Buell Lightning XB12S 2008

Basic Information

MakeBuell
ModelLightning XB12S
Year2008
CategoryNaked bike

Chassis, Suspension & Brakes

Frame TypeAluminum frame with Uniplanar™ powertrain vibration isolation system, fuel in frame
Front BrakesSingle disc. 8-piston calipers
Front Suspension43 mm Showa inverted forks with adjustable compression damping, rebound damping and spring preload
Front Tyre120/70-ZR17
Front Wheel Travel120 mm (4.7 inches)
Rake21.0°
Rear BrakesSingle disc. 2-piston calipers
Rear Brakes Diameter240 mm (9.4 inches)
Rear SuspensionShowa coil-over monoshock with adjustable compression damping, rebound damping and spring preload
Rear Tyre180/55-ZR17
Rear Wheel Travel127 mm (5.0 inches)

Other Specifications

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

Engine & Transmission

Displacement1202.88 ccm (73.40 cubic inches)
Engine DetailsV2, four-stroke
Power103.00 HP (75.2 kW)) @ 6800 RPM
Torque113.90 Nm (11.6 kgf-m or 84.0 ft.lbs) @ 6000 RPM
Compression10.0:1
Valves Per Cylinder2
Fuel SystemInjection. 49 mm down draft DDFI III fuel injection
Lubrication SystemDry-sump
Cooling SystemOil & air
Gearbox5-speed
Transmission Type Final DriveBelt
ClutchWet, multi-plate, compensated, reduced lever effort
Exhaust SystemTuned, tri-pass resonance chamber with InterActive valve and mass-centralized mounting

Dimensions & Capacities

Dry Weight179.2 kg (395.0 pounds)
Fuel Capacity14.45 litres (3.82 gallons)
Ground Clearance110 mm (4.4 inches)
Overall Length1,935 mm (76.2 inches)
Overall Width754 mm (29.7 inches)
Power Weight Ratio0.5749 HP/kg