Sunday, December 4, 2011

Performance Buell XB12Ss Lightning Long

The Lightning® Long XB12Ss delivers true classic yankee brute performance and also the daring, edgy look of the initial Lightning XB12S, with stretched chassis dimensions and ergonomics for a lot of size, comfort and convenience. Supermoto-inspired long-travel suspension, aggressive streetfighter styling and yankee V-Twin muscle earn high marks for handling.

Buell Lightning models and also the new 1125CR™ are at the core of what Buell is all regarding - pure performance with a broad, seamless power delivery during a stripped down, raw and aggressive package.

Each Buell model is intended utilizing the Buell Trilogy of Technology™ - chassis rigidity, centralized mass, and low unsprung weight - to provide a motorbike that responds instantly to rider input.


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

Key Features

The Lightning® Long XB12Ss delivers true classic American brute performance and the bold, edgy look of the original Lightning

XB12S, with stretched chassis dimensions and ergonomics for more size, comfort and convenience.

Supermoto-inspired long-travel suspension, aggressive streetfighter styling and American V-Twin muscle earn top marks for handling.


Buell Lightning models and the new 1125CR™ are at the core of what Buell is all about – pure performance with a broad, seamless power delivery in a stripped down, raw and aggressive package.

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
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