Rieju RS2 NKD vs Buell Lightning XB9SX (2007)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Rieju RS2 NKDstacks up against the Buell Lightning XB9SX. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Rieju RS2 NKD | Buell Lightning XB9SX |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2007 | 2006 |
| Price | — | $8,895 |
| Engine | 50 cc | 60 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 92 hp |
| Torque | — | 95 Nm |
| Weight | 108 kg | 177 kg |
| Seat height | 32 mm | — |
| Fuel capacity | — | 3.8 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | 6-speed | 5-speed |
| Front brakes | Single disc. Double piston | Single disc |
| Rear brakes | Single disc | Single disc |
| Tires | 100/80-17 / 130/70-17 | 120/70-R17 / 180/55-R17 |
Rieju RS2 NKD vs Buell Lightning XB9SX — which should you buy?
Picking between the Rieju RS2 NKD and the Buell Lightning XB9SX usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Rieju RS2 NKD brings its published horsepower in a 108 kg package, while the Buell Lightning XB9SX counters with 92 hp at 177 kg.
Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: