2009 Firebolt® XB12R Overview

The original Buell sportfighter, the Buell Firebolt XB12R has evolved into one of the most versatile sportbikes on any road or track today. The Firebolt is known for the precise handling provided by a 52-inch wheelbase, 21-degree rake and 3.3-inch trail. Combining agility with the performance of an American-made Thunderstorm 45-degree, air-cooled 1203 cc V-Twin engine, the Firebolt delivers both character and performance.

The blacked-out Thunderstorm engine produces 103 peak horsepower at 6800 rpm, and 84 ft. lbs. of peak torque at 6000 rpm, with 85 percent of peak torque available over 2500 rpm. The Buell InterActive Exhaust system utilizes a valve in the dual-chamber muffler that is controlled by the ECM and adjusts exhaust flow according to riding conditions to smooth torque delivery and optimize engine power.

The 2009 Firebolt has enhanced braking performance from the Buell ZTL2 front brake, a four-pad, eight-piston system also used on the 1125R and originally developed for the Buell XBRR race motorcycle. Three-zone Pirelli Diablo Corsa III tires are also now standard equipment on the Firebolt.

Up front, the Firebolt features a fully adjustable Showa inverted fork, while the rear is equipped with an adjustable Showa shock.

The Veyance Hibrex drive belt with Flexten Plus technology, based on the belt developed for the Buell 1125R, is strong and durable while weighing about four pounds less than a chain drive. The Firebolt comes with clip-on-style handlebars for optimal control, an aerodynamic quarter-fairing with dual projector-beam headlamps, and a covered trim passenger pillion.

New colors include Midnight Black with Cherry Bomb translucent wheels and Arctic White with Hero Blue translucent wheels, with color-match translucid windscreen. For 2009 the Firebolt has blacked-out frame, powertrain and other components.

Buell Firebolt XB12R highlights

• New Blacked-out Buell Thunderstorm 1203 cc air/oil/fan-cooled four-stroke, 45-degree V-Twin engine
• 103 peak hp @ 6800 rpm (per SAE J607)
• 84 ft. lbs. peak torque @ 6,000 rpm (per SAE J607)
• Buell InterActive Exhaust
• DDFI 3 Electronic Fuel Injection ECM
• Eight-row oil cooler with Jiffy-tite fittings
• New four-pad, eight-piston ZTL2 front braking system
• New three-zone Pirelli Diablo Corsa III tires
• New blacked-out frame, swingarm, triple clamps, outer fork tubes, lower castings, brake caliper, footpeg mounts and heel guards
• Dry Weight: 395 pounds
• Wheelbase: 52 inches
• Fully adjustable 43 mm Showa upside-down fork
• Fully adjustable Showa rear shock absorber
• Veyance Hibrex drive belt with Flexten Plus technology
• Cosmetic Frame Protectors
• Perforated texture seat
• Magnesium tone center chin
• Pre-Wired for Available Heated Grips
• Instrument Panel Graphics
• New Midnight Black color with Cherry Bomb translucent wheels and Arctic White with Hero Blue Translucent colors
• Cherry Bomb translucid windscreen on Midnight Black model and Hero Blue translucid windscreen on Arctic White model

2009 Firebolt® XB12R performance specs (PDF format- 62KB)
Firebolt® XB12R MSRP $9,995

Buell Motorcycle Company, a subsidiary of Harley-Davidson, Inc., produces sport motorcycles, motorcycle parts, accessories and apparel. To learn more about Buell motorcycles, visit your local Buell dealer today and experience the pure streetfighter attitude, style and performance only found on board a Buell. Call 1-800-490-9635 for the Buell dealer nearest you. Or pull into www.buell.com.