2008 Lightning® XB12S Overview

A direct descendent of the notorious 1996 Buell S1 Lightning, the XB12S is ready to unleash any rider's inner hooligan nature. The tire-twisting torque of a Thunderstorm 1203 V-Twin is paired with the athletic reflexes of the Buell Intuitive Response Chassis (IRC), a combination of throttle response, handling and sexy naked styling that is simply irresistible.

Buell Lightning® XB12S highlights

Buell Thunderstorm 1203 V-Twin engine
103 peak hp @ 6800 rpm (per SAE J607)
84 ft. lbs. peak torque @ 6000 rpm (per SAE J607)
Buell InterActive Exhaust
New DDFI 3 Electronic Fuel Injection ECM
New eight-row oil cooler with Jiffy-tite fittings
Fully adjustable 43 mm Showa inverted fork
Fully adjustable Showa rear shock absorber
Buell ZTL front brake
Goodyear Hibrex drive belt with Flexten Plus technology
Dry Weight: 395 pounds
Wheelbase: 52 inches
Seat height: 30.1 inches
New Cosmetic Frame Protectors
New Pre-Wired for Accessory Heated Grips
New Instrument Panel Graphics
Pirelli Diablo T tires
Available with Translucid bodywork
Commemorative Buell 25th Anniversary badge

2008 Lightning® XB12S performance specs (PDF format- 62KB)
Lightning® XB12S MSRP $10,495

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