2004 Buell Lightning XB12S

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2004 Buell Lightning XB12S

2004 Buell Lightning XB12S

2004 Buell Lightning XB12S

2004 Buell Lightning XB12S

2004 Buell Lightning XB12S

2004 Buell Lightning XB12S

2004 Buell Lightning XB12S

– 2004 Buell Lightning XB12S

2004 Buell Lightning XB12S

New this year is the Lightning XB12S. Powered by a gut-wrenching 1203cc V-Twin stump-puller, it cranks out 24% more torque that puts the power you need exactly where you want it. The style is confident and dramatic. Translucent Amber wheels, a Magnesium Tone engine case and a Graphite Grey frame differentiate it from anything you’ve seen before. The InterActive exhaust system features an electronically-controlled actuator and a dual chamber muffler to help maintain a strong power delivery curve.

 

 

2004 Buell Lightning XB12S – Specifications
MSRP: Please see dealer for pricing

DIMENSIONS
Overall Length 76.2 in. (1935 mm)
Overall Width 29.7 in. (755 mm)
Seat Height 30.1 in. (765 mm)
Ground Clearance 4.35 in. (110 mm)
Rake 21 degrees
Trail 3.3 in. (83 mm)
Wheelbase 52.0 in. (1320 mm)
Front Tire Dunlop D207FY 120/70 ZR-17
Rear Tire Dunlop D207FU 180/55 ZR-17
Fuel Capacity 3.7 gal. (14 L)
Reserve Fuel Capacity (warning light at approx. 0.7 gal.) 0.7 gal. (2.6 L)
MPG – EPA Urban/Highway Test2 48/65 mpg (4.9/3.6 L/100 Km)
Dry Weight 395 lbs. (179 kg)
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating 850 lbs. (386 kg)
Load Capacity 390 lbs. (177 kg)

ENGINE
Engine 1203cc air/oil/fan-cooled, four-stroke, 45 degree V-Twin
Valve Train OHV, two valves per cylinder, self adjusting
Bore x Stroke 3.500 x 3.812 in. (88.90 x 96.82 mm)
Compression Ratio 10.0:1
Displacement 1203 cc (73.4 ci)
Fuel Delivery 49 mm downdraft DDFI II fuel injection
Intake Zero resistance Air Box, Ram Air Intake
Exhaust Large diameter headers w/ InterActive exhaust
Torque (North America Per SAE J607) 84 ft-lbs @ 6000 rpm
Horsepower (North America Per SAE J607) 103 HP @ 6800 rpm
Lubrication Dry sump
Oil Capacity 2.5 qts. (2.4 L)
Oil Filtration Screw-on disposable element

DRIVETRAIN
Primary Drive Chain; 1.500:1 (57/38)
Final Drive3 Constant path; 14mm pitch aramid reinforced
Hibrex® belt w/ Flexten® Plus technology; 2.407:1 (65/27)
Clutch Wet, multi-plate, compensated
Transmission Five-speed, constant mesh
Transmission Ratios:
1st 2.688
2nd 1.850
3rd 1.433
4th 1.181
5th 1.000

CHASSIS4
Frame Aluminum frame w/ Uniplanar® powertrain
vibration isolation system – Fuel in Frame
Front Fork Showa® inverted fork w/ adjustable compression
damping, rebound damping and spring preload
Rear Shock Showa coil-over monoshock w/ remote,
underseat reservoir and adjustable compression
damping, rebound damping and spring preload
Wheels:
Front 6-spoke, ZTL™, cast aluminum; 3.5X17”;
Translucent Amber
Rear 6-spoke, cast aluminum; 5.5X17”;
Translucent Amber
Brakes:
Front ZTL type brake, 6-piston, fixed caliper,
375 mm single-sided, inside out,
stainless steel, floating rotor
Rear 240 mm stainless steel, single piston,
floating caliper, fixed rotor
Suspension Travel:
Front 4.72 in. (120 mm)
Rear 5.00 in. (127 mm)

ELECTRIC
Battery 12 volt, 12 amp-hour, 200 cca
Sealed Lead Acid, maintenance-free
Charging 494 watts peak, 38-amp permanent magnet
3-phase alternator w/ solid state regulator
Starting 1.2 KW electric w/ Bendix-type engagement
Lights: (as per country regulation)
Headlight Twin quartz halogen (H7);
55-watt low beam, 55-watt high beam
Tail/stop lights 5/21 watts
Turn signals lights (manual canceling) 10 watts
License plate light 5 watts

INSTRUMENTS
Electronic speedometer, tachometer, odometer; dual resettable tripmeter; high
beam, neutral, oil, low fuel (plus, odometer shows miles traveled on reserve), turn
signal and engine diagnostic indicator lamps; clock

COLORS5
Midnight Black, Racing Red

WARRANTY
Warranty 24 months (unlimited mileage)

 

1Specifications for non-U.S. markets might differ. Buell reserves the right to discontinue models
or change specifications at any time without incurring any obligations. Vehicle specifications
may vary from country to country depending on local laws, and some models are not available
in certain countries.
2Based on tests conducted under lab conditions per U.S. E.P.A. test procedures. Mileage will vary
depending on personal riding habits, weather conditions, trip length and vehicle condition.
3Hibrex and Flexten are registered trademarks of the Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company.
4SHOWA and DUNLOP are trademarks of their respective owners.
5Availability may vary from dealer to dealer, and is subject to change without notice.