Engineered by Buell for the naked motorcycle segment, the 2005 Buell Blast features a 492 cc (30 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke configuration. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 34 HP (24.8 kW) at 7,500 rpm while maximum torque reaches 46 Nm (33.9 lb-ft) at 5,500 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox and belt final drive. With a specific output of 69.1 HP per liter and a 2,000 rpm working window between peak torque (5,500 rpm) and peak power (7,500 rpm), the engine character is indicating a tractable, stress-free state of tune focused on everyday usability and broad torque delivery.
On the scales, the Blast measures 181.5 kg (400 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.19 HP/kg (5.34 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 1,397 mm (55 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry. The 10.59-liter (2.8 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Buell archive, this model family spans 9 indexed model years from 2002 to 2010, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
69.1 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.19 HP/kg (5.34 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
5,500–7,500 rpm
Engine
Displacement492.0 ccm (30.02 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Engine DetailsSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Power34.0 HP (24.8 kW)) @ 7500 RPM
Torque46.0 Nm (4.7 kgf-m or 33.9 ft.lbs) @ 5500 RPM
Compression9.2:1
Bore x Stroke88.9 x 79.4 mm (3.5 x 3.1 inches)
Valves/Cylinder2
Fuel SystemCarburettor. Keihin 40mm
Fuel ControlOverhead Valves (OHV)
Lubrication2.0 qts. (1.893 L)
CoolingAir
Transmission
Gearbox5-speed
Final DriveBelt (final drive)
ClutchWet, multi-plate
Performance
ExhaustTuned, tri-pass resonance chamber
Chassis
Frame TypeWide beam HSLA steel backbone frame with built-in oil reservoir, Uniplanar™ powertrain vibration isolation, Titanium color finish
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Power
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Torque
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Weight
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Suspension
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Transmission
Transmission and final drive affect maintenance, smoothness and everyday usability.
