Whether on the street or the track, Buell motorcycles are engineered for high levels of performance and handling – providing a ride no less exhilarating than a bike built specifically for racing. This is perfectly illustrated by the Buell 1125R. European sport performance riders will see more of this convention-breaking, large capacity sport motorcycle in 2010. With its 72 degree liquid-cooled V-Twin 1125cc BRP-Rotax engine – exclusively designed to Buell custom specs; all-new Buell IRC (Intuitive Response Chassis) - the stiffest chassis ever offered by Buell; Quiet Zone aerodynamics; and fully-adjustable Showa piggyback suspension, these Buell motorcycles offer abundant power, torque, handling and agility that takes its owner to a new level of riding experience. Available in Arctic White, Racing Red or Midnight Black bodywork and with distinctive styling that leaves many of its mechanical components exposed, these Buell motorcycles have a uniquely aggressive look. This is further enhanced by an athletic riding position allowing for unparalleled comfort whilst in pursuit of superior street or track performance.
2010 Buell 1125R Model Highlights:
New Polished stainless steel headers. New Master cylinder piston seals for improved brake feel. New Engine cover sight glass for convenient oil-level checks. New Pre-wired battery tender harness. New Black upper triple clamp and fuel capNew Designer Black wheels. New LED taillightNew Clear-lens rear turn signals. New Bodywork graphics and fly cut brake logos. New Available lower fairing kit (Accessory).
• Buell ZTL2 four-pad, eight-piston front brake• Two-piston rear brake caliper mounted directly to inner swingarm• Brushed stainless steel exhaust outlets• Clip-on style handlebar• LED front turn signals integrated with mirrors• Digital lap timer and gear indicator• Quiet Zone aerodynamics to optimize air flow around the rider• Removable tail cowl over passenger seat• An athletic riding position with a relaxed foot-peg location provides control on the track and comfort on the street
Key Features:
Designed for the rider, the 1125R Buell motorcycles break the convention of the liter-class superbike category, delivering a unique combination of engine performance, precise-and-agile handling, raw sound and performance in an innovative package.
Buell motorcycles strike a unique balance of real-world and race track performance. Their unique styling, aggressive ergonomics and premium components combine to deliver the ultimate, intuitive sport riding experience.
Buell motorcycles are designed utilizing the Buell Trilogy of Technology – chassis rigidity, centralized mass, and low unsprung weight – to produce a motorcycle which responds instantly to rider input.
• Buell Helicon 1125cc liquid-cooled fourstroke, 72-degree V-Twin engine with DDFI 3 Electronic Fuel Injection ECM• Compact oblique stacked six-speed transmission configuration• Ram-air pressurized air box• Goodyear Hibrex final drive belt with Flexten Plus technology with a constant-tension pulley for smoother on/off throttle transitions• Buell custom underslung muffler with Helmholtz chamber• Twin side-mount radiators with outer covers designed to absorb impact• HVA (Hydraulic Vacuum Assist) clutch with slipper action• 6-spoke, cast aluminum wheels• Pirelli Diablo Corsa III tires• Steel braided brake lines• Fully adjustable 47 mm Showa inverted fork• Fully adjustable Showa rear shock absorber• Fuel-in Frame Intuitive Response Chassis• Rigid cast-aluminum swingarm• Adjustable hand and foot controls
2010 Buell Specs -
Dimensions:
Overall Length 80.3 in. (2,040 mm). Seat Height, Laden 30.5 in. (775 mm). Seat Height, Unladen 31.9 in. (810 mm). Overall Width without mirrors 28.2 in. (716 mm). Ground Clearance, Unladen 4.92 in. (125 mm). Rake (Steering Head Angle) at Ride Height (degrees) 21. Fork Angle at Ride Height (degrees) 21Trail at Ride Height 3.3 in. (84 mm). Wheelbase, Unladen 54.1 in. (1,374 mm). Fuel Capacity, Total 5.3 gal. (20.1 l). Fuel Capacity 0.8 gal. (3 l). Oil Capacity 3.3 qt. (3.1 l). Dry Weight 375 lb. (170 kg). Gross Vehicle Weight Rating 850 lb. (386 kg). Load Carrying Capacity 390 lb. (177 kg).
Powertrain:
Buell custom Helicon Engine, Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, 72 V-TwinDisplacement 68.7 cu in (1,126 cc)Bore 4.055 in. (103 mm)Stroke 2.658 in. (67.51 mm)Peak Torque per SAE J607, North America 82 ft-lb (111 Nm)Peak Torque RPM per SAE J607, North America 8,000Peak Horsepower per SAE J607, North America 146 hp (109 kW)Peak Horsepower RPM per SAE J607, North America 9,800Compression Ratio 12.3:1Mileage per US EPA Urban Trace, CITY6 39 mpg (6 l/100 km)Mileage per US EPA HIGHWAY Fuel Economy Test6 53 mpg (4.4 l/100 km)Intake Zero-resistance airbox, Pressurized RAM air intake
DriveTrain:
Primary Drive Type Helical gearPrimary Drive Ratio 1.806:1 (65/36)Secondary Drive Type BeltSecondary Drive Member Pitch Length (# of Teeth or # of Links) 145 tooth belt, 14mm pitchSecondary Drive Ratio 2.593:1 (70/27)Transmission type 6-speed, straight cut gearsTransmission Ratio, 1st 2.462Transmission Ratio, 2nd 1.75Transmission Ratio, 3rd 1.381Transmission Ratio, 4th 1.174Transmission Ratio, 5th 1.042Transmission Ratio, 6th 0.96
Chassis:
Front Brake ZTL-2 braking systemFront Rotor and Caliper Configuration 8-piston ZTL2 front caliper from NissinFront Rotor Size, OD 14.76 in. (375 mm)Number of Front Brake Rotors 1Rear Brake Two-piston, direct mount caliper, 240mm, stainless steel, fixed rotorRear Rotor and Caliper Configuration Same rotor as XB. Rear caliper is new solid mounted 2-piston design from HayesRear Rotor Size, OD 9.45 in. (240 mm)Rear Suspension Type and Configuration Fully adjustable (adjustable compression damping, rebound damping and spring preload), coil-over monoshock with attached reservoir.Front Suspension Type and Configuration Fully adjustable (adjustable compression damping, rebound damping and spring preload) inverted forks.Front Fork Slider Tube Diameter 1.85 in. (47 mm)Fork Lock Availability (true or false) TrueSuspension Travel, Front Wheel, Along Fork Line 4.72 in. (120 mm)Suspension Travel, Rear Wheel, Vertical 5 in. (127 mm)
Lean Angle at Full Suspension Compression, Soft Contact, Left (degrees) 48°. Lean Angle at Full Suspension Compression, Soft Contact, Right (degrees) 48°. Lean Angle at Full Suspension Compression, Hard Contact, Left (degrees) 50°. Lean Angle at Full Suspension Compression, Hard Contact, Right (degrees)50°.
Frame Aluminum, fuel in frame, IRC or Intuitive Response ChassisSwingarm Description A new cast- aluminum swing arm
Wheels and Tires:
Tire Brand and Model, Front Pirelli Corsa IIITire Brand and Model, Rear Pirelli Corsa IIITire Size Designator, Front 120/70 ZR-17Tire Size Designator, Rear 180/55 ZR-17Wheel Type, Front 6-spoke, ZTL cast aluminumWheel Type, Rear 6-spoke, cast aluminumWheel Size, Front (width x dia) (in) 3.5 in x 17 inWheel Size, Rear (width x dia) (in) 5.5 in x 17 in
Electrical:
Battery Type and Specifications Sealed Lead Acid, maintenance-free, 12-volt, 12 amp-hour (per Battery Council International rating), 200 cca.Charging System Specifications 37-amp, permanent magnet, three-phase alternator with solid-state regulator (520W peak power)Starter System Specifications Starter motor 900W, starter drive (gears) and one way clutch.Headlamp Type and Wattages (high, low and position lamp) Low beam - 2 bulbs at 35 Watts each (70W) , High beam is the low beam bulbs plus 2 more bulbs at 35 W each (140w), poistion indicators are on at all times - 2 bulbs at 5w each (80W and 150W).Tail Light Wattages (stop and running) .55W for tail light, 5W for stop lightTurn Signal Lights Type (manual or self-canceling) and Wattage Manual cancelling, Front = non-serviceable LED's. 3W (per side), Rear = replaceable bulbs, 10W (per side).License Plate Lamp Wattage 5W
Miscellaneous:
Windscreen or Flyscreen Clear windscreenWarranty Term 2-years
Colors/Finishes/Graphics:
Body Work (molded in color) Midnight Black, Racing Red, Acrtic WhiteFrame Phantom MetallicWheels Designer Black for all models
Color Options:Midnight Black, Racing Red, Arctic White
2010 Buell XB12S:
2010 Buell Lightning XB12Ss
For 2010 the Buell Motorcycles Lightning Long XB12Ss model delivers true classic American brute performance and the bold, edgy look of the original Buell Lightning XB12S, with stretched chassis dimensions and ergonomics for more size, comfort and convenience. With Supermoto-inspired long-travel suspension, aggressive streetfighter styling and American V-Twin muscle, these Buell motorcycles earn top marks for styling and handling.
Buell Lightning models and the new Buell 1125CR are at the core of what Buell Motorcycles are all about - pure performance with a broad, seamless power delivery in a stripped down, raw and aggressive package.
Buell motorcycles are designed utilizing the Buell Trilogy of Technology - chassis rigidity, centralized mass, and low unsprung weight - to produce a motorcycle which responds instantly to rider input.
Buell Lightning Model Highlights:
New Master cylinder piston seals for improved brake feel. New LED taillight. New Clear-lens front and rear turn signals. New Thin-film airbox graphics and fly cut brake logos. New Second oxygen sensor and updated EFI calibration improves fuel economy and drivability. New Pirelli Scorpion Sync tires. New Battery tender plug.
• Buell ZTL2 four-pad, eight-piston front brake• Blacked-out engine, frame, forks and other components• Extended swingarm• Cosmetic frame protectors• Wide, flat-track style handlebar• Minimal front flyscreen• Sculpted Streetfighter seat• Twin quartz halogen headlamps• Upright, athletic riding position
Buell Specs:
• Buell Custom Thunderstorm 1203cc air/oil/fancooled 45-degree V-Twin engine with DDFI 3 Electronic Fuel Injection ECM• Fuel in Frame Intuitive Response Chassis• Rigid cast-aluminum swingarm doubles as engine oil reservoir• Eight-row oil cooler with Jiffy-tite fittings• Goodyear Hibrex final drive belt with Flexten Plus technology with a constant-tension pulley for smoother on/off throttle transitions• Underslung Buell InterActive Exhaust• 6-spoke, cast aluminum wheels• Steel braided brake lines• Fully adjustable 43 mm Showa inverted fork• Fully adjustable Showa rear shock absorber• Adjustable hand controls
2010 Buell Ulysses XB12XT:
2010 Buell Ulysses XB12XT
The sport-touring Buell Ulysses XB12XT and the versatile, all-road Ulysses XB12X are equally exhilarating rides in the Buell Motorcycles Adventure Sportbike category.
The Buell XB12XT is an adventure sport-touring motorcycle that combines nimble handling and a perfectly tuned, sport-inspired suspension with a smooth, reliable 1203cc air-cooled engine. Standard side and top cases, heated grips and a tall windscreen make this an able machine for those who refuse to accept the notion that comfort and practicality have to come with sacrifices.
Both Ulysses models feature a new right-side air scoop, fan shroud, header shield, and ECM calibration that work together to reduce heat and improve rider comfort.
Light and agile on any kind of road, these Buell motorcycles are equipped with a broad, usable Thunderstorm 1203cc V-Twin engine, rugged protective features like frame pucks, headlight grille and wind deflectors. The Buell XB12X has a new blacked out Phantom Metallic frame, swingarm, and footrest supports, and triple clamps, as well as new Sunfire Yellow bodywork and smoked windscreen. The Buell XB12XT is ready to carve the continents on new Pirelli Angel ST tyres with side and top cases, heated grips and a tall windscreen. Both Buell motorcycles feature the patented Triple Tail system that adjusts between three functional positions.
Buell Ulysses Model Highlights:
New Midnight Black color choiceNew Sport touring tires:- Front: Pirelli Angel ST- Rear: Pirelli Angel STENew Clear-lens front and rear turn signalsNew Thin-film airbox cover graphicsNew Second oxygen sensor and updated EFI calibration improves fuel economy and drivability• Buell ZTL six-piston front brake• Road-tuned, sport-touring suspension• Blacked-out engine, frame, forks and other components• Dial-adjustable rear suspension pre-load• Cosmetic frame protectors• Supermoto-style crossbar handlebar with deflectors• Two-piece, tall windscreen reduces buffeting• Sport front fender• Aggressive saw-tooth pattern footpegs• Twin quartz halogen headlamps• Triple Tail System functions as a passenger backrest or luggage rack over the rear-seat position• Detachable three-piece pannier luggage system with top and side hard cases• Underseat storage• Functional tool kit• 2 x 12v. power outlets• Heated hand grips• Comfortable, neutral riding position
Buell Specs:
Buell motorcycles take intuitive handling to both paved and unpaved roads alike.
Featuring premium styling and all day comfort, the Ulysses goes wherever you want. Buell motorcycles are designed utilizing the Buell Trilogy of Technology – chassis rigidity, centralized mass, and low unsprung weight – to produce a motorcycle which responds instantly to rider input.
• Buell Custom Thunderstorm 1203cc air/oil/fancooled 45-degree V-Twin engine with DDFI 3 Electronic Fuel Injection ECM• Fuel in Frame Intuitive Response Chassis• Rigid cast-aluminum swingarm doubles as engine oil reservoir• Eight-row oil cooler with Jiffy-tite fittings• Goodyear Hibrex final drive belt with Flexten Plus technology with a constant-tension pulley for smoother on/off throttle transitions• Underslung Buell InterActive Exhaust• 6-spoke, cast aluminum wheels• Steel braided brake lines• Fully adjustable 43 mm Showa inverted fork• Fully adjustable Showa rear shock absorber• Adjustable hand controls
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