Buell Lightning XB12Scg 2009

Complete specifications and details for the 2009 Buell Lightning XB12Scg. This comprehensive guide includes engine specifications, dimensions, features, and performance data.

Buell Lightning XB12Scg 2009

Basic Information

MakeBuell
ModelLightning XB12Scg
Year2009
CategoryNaked bike

Chassis, Suspension & Brakes

Frame TypeBlack aluminium frame with Uniplanar™ powertrain vibration isolation system, fuel in frame
Front BrakesSingle disc. ZTL2-type brake, 8-piston, 4 pads, fixed caliper, 375 mm single-sided, inside out, stainless steel, floating rotor
Front Brakes Diameter375 mm (14.8 inches)
Front Suspension41 mm Showa inverted forks with adjustable compression damping, rebound damping and spring preload
Front Tyre120/70-ZR17
Front Wheel Travel79 mm (3.1 inches)
Rake21.0°
Rear BrakesSingle disc. Two-piston, direct mount caliper; stainless steel, fixed rotor
Rear Brakes Diameter240 mm (9.4 inches)
Rear SuspensionShowa coil-over monoshock with remote, under-seat reservoir and adjustable compression damping, rebound damping and spring preload
Rear Tyre180/55-ZR17
Rear Wheel Travel90 mm (3.6 inches)

Other Specifications

Color OptionsCherry Bomb translucid; Hero Blue translucid; Midnight Black

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) @ 5500 RPM
Bore X Stroke88.9 x 96.8 mm (3.5 x 3.8 inches)
Valves Per Cylinder2
Fuel SystemInjection. 49 mm down draft DDFI II fuel injection
Cooling SystemOil & air
Gearbox5-speed
Transmission Type Final DriveBelt
ClutchWet, multi-plate, compensated
Exhaust SystemTuned, tri-pass resonance chamber with InterActive valve and mass-centralised mounting

Dimensions & Capacities

Dry Weight179.2 kg (395.0 pounds)
Fuel Capacity14.45 litres (3.82 gallons)
Overall Length1,923 mm (75.7 inches)
Overall Width754 mm (29.7 inches)
Power Weight Ratio0.5749 HP/kg
Reserve Fuel Capacity2.83 litres (0.75 gallons)
Seat Height726 mm (28.6 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.