Engineered by Buell for the allround motorcycle segment, the 2009 Buell Ulysses Police XB12XP pairs a 1203 cc (73.4 cu in) oil & air-cooled v2, four-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 103 HP (75.2 kW) at 6,800 rpm while maximum torque reaches 113.9 Nm (84 lb-ft) at 6,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox and belt final drive. With a specific output of 85.6 HP per liter and a 800 rpm working window between peak torque (6,000 rpm) and peak power (6,800 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 Ulysses Police XB12XP measures 217.7 kg (480 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.47 HP/kg (2.11 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 1,372 mm (54 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry. The 16.65-liter (4.4 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Specific Output
85.6 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.47 HP/kg (2.11 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
6,000–6,800 rpm
Engine
Displacement1203.0 ccm (73.41 cubic inches)
Engine TypeV2, four-stroke
Engine DetailsV2, four-stroke
Power103.0 HP (75.2 kW)) @ 6800 RPM
Torque113.9 Nm (11.6 kgf-m or 84.0 ft.lbs) @ 6000 RPM
Frame TypeAluminium frame with Uniplanar™ powertrain vibration isolation system, fuel in frame
Front Suspension47 mm Showa inverted forks with rearward offset axle, adjustable compression damping, rebound damping and spring preload
Front Travel165 mm (6.5 inches)
Rear SuspensionShowa coil-over monoshock with remote reservoir and remote spring preload adjustment, fully adjustable (compression damping, rebound damping and spring preload)
Rear Travel162 mm (6.4 inches)
Wheelbase1372 mm (54.0 inches)
Ground Clearance171 mm (6.8 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre120/70-ZR17
Rear Tyre180/55-ZR17
Front BrakesSingle disc
Front Brake Ø375 mm (14.8 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Rear Brake Ø240 mm (9.4 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight217.7 kg (480.0 pounds)
Power/Weight0.4731 HP/kg
Fuel Capacity16.65 litres (4.40 US gallons)
Other
Color OptionsBirch White and Midnight Black
Notes
Siren and LED pursuit light package. LED lighting options include Red/Red, Red/Blue, and Blue/Blue.
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