Buell XB9SX Lightning 2010

Complete specifications and details for the 2010 Buell XB9SX Lightning. This comprehensive guide includes engine specifications, dimensions, features, and performance data.

Buell XB9SX Lightning 2010

Basic Information

MakeBuell
ModelXB9SX Lightning
Year2010
CategoryNaked bike

Chassis, Suspension & Brakes

Frame TypeBlack aluminium frame with Uniplanar™ powertrain vibration isolation system, fuel in frame
Front BrakesSingle disc. ZTL™ brake, 6-piston, fixed caliper; 375 mm, single-sided, inside-out, stainless steel, floating rotor
Front Brakes Diameter375 mm (14.8 inches)
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. 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 Travel129 mm (5.1 inches)
Trail84 mm (3.3 inches)

Other Specifications

Color OptionsCherry Bomb Red Translucid, Kick Ash Translucid
Modifications Compared To Previous ModelSecond oxygen sensor and updated EFI calibration improves fuel economy and drivability.
StarterElectric

Engine & Transmission

Displacement983.28 ccm (60.00 cubic inches)
Engine DetailsV2, four-stroke
Power92.00 HP (67.2 kW)) @ 7500 RPM
Torque94.92 Nm (9.7 kgf-m or 70.0 ft.lbs) @ 5500 RPM
Compression10.0:1
Bore X Stroke88.9 x 79.4 mm (3.5 x 3.1 inches)
Valves Per Cylinder2
Fuel SystemInjection. 45 mm down draft DDFI 3 injection
Cooling SystemOil & air
Gearbox5-speed
Transmission Type Final DriveBelt
ClutchWet, multi-plate, compensated
Exhaust SystemTuned, tri-pass resonance chamber with mass-centralised mounting

Dimensions & Capacities

Dry Weight177.0 kg (390.2 pounds)
Fuel Capacity14.45 litres (3.82 gallons)
Ground Clearance110 mm (4.4 inches)
Oil Capacity2.40 litres (0.16 quarts)
Overall Length1,935 mm (76.2 inches)
Overall Width754 mm (29.7 inches)
Power Weight Ratio0.5198 HP/kg
Seat Height765 mm (30.1 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.