Buell XB12R Firebolt

Make Model.	Buell XB12R Firebolt
Year	2010
Engine	45° V-Twin, four stroke, pushrod actuated overhead valve. hydraulic self-adjusting lifters, 2 valve per cylinder.
Capacity	1203 cc / 73 cu in
Bore x Stroke	88.9 x 96.8 mm
Compression Ratio	10.0:1
Cooling System	Air cooled
Exhaust	Free breathing, 2-into-1 Buell Interactive exhaust system
Induction	Ø49 mm downdraft DDFI II fuel injection
Starting	Electric
Max Power	86.9 kW / 103 hp @ 6800 rpm
Max Torque	114 Nm / 11.6 kgf-m / 84 ft-lbs @ 6000 rpm
Transmission	5 Speed
Final Drive	Belt
Frame	Aluminium frame with Uniplanar™ Powertrain vibration isolation system
Rake	21°
Trail	83 mm / 3.3"
Front Suspension	Showa Ø43 mm inverted forks compression damping, rebound damping and spring preload adjustable
Front Wheel Travel	120 mm / 4.7"
Rear Suspension	Showa coil-over monoshock, remote underseat reservoir and adjustable compression damping, rebound damping and spring preload, 127mm wheel travel
Rear Wheel Travel	127 mm / 5.0"
Front Brakes	ZTL type brake, 6 piston, fixed caliper, Ø375 mm single-sided, inside out, stainless steel, floating rotor
Rear Brakes	Single Ø240 mm disc, 1 piston floating caliper
Front Wheel	3.50 x 17"
Rear Wheel	5.50 x 17"
Front Tyre	120/70 ZR17, Pirelli Diablo
Rear Tyre	180/55 ZR17 Pirelli Diablo
Dimensions	Length: 1924 mm / 75.7" Width: 768 mm / 30.2" Height: 1092 mm / 43.0"
Wheelbase	1320 mm / 52.0"
Ground Clearance	127 mm / 5.0"
Seat Height	775 mm / 30.5"
Dry Weight	179 kg / 395 lbs
Fuel Capacity	14 L / 3.7 US gal
Average Fuel Consumption	5.6 L/100 km / 17.9 km/L / 42 US mpg
Standing ¼ Mile	11.4 sec, 182 km/h / 113 mph
Top Speed	249 km/h / 155 mph
Reviews	Greg Sanchez

The innovative design of the Buell® Firebolt® XB12R breaks all sportbike convention. Its light weight, razor-sharp agility and torque-rich V-Twin powerplant make it a potent canyon carver that looks and feels like no other motorcycle on the road.

Buell® sportbikes 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.

Each Buell model is 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.

Model Highlights

New Sunfire Yellow color choice
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

• Buell® ZTL2™ four-pad, eight-piston front brake
• Blacked-out engine, frame, forks and other components
• Pirelli Diablo Corsa III tires
• Cosmetic frame protectors
• Clip-on style handlebar
• Aerodynamic front fairing with tinted windscreen
• Perforated textured seat
• Removable tail cowl over passenger seat
• Dual projector-beam headlamps
• Aggressive, athletic riding position

Key Features

The innovative design of the Buell® Firebolt® XB12R breaks all sportbike convention. Its light weight, razor-sharp agility and torque-rich V-Twin powerplant make it a potent canyon carver that looks and feels like no other motorcycle on the road.

Buell® sportbikes 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.

Each Buell model is 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 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