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MotoLibrary Score
61/100Sporty
Power/Weight
0.57 hp/kg
Torque
114 Nm
Engine
1203 ccm
Technical Overview
2010 Buell XB12Ss Lightning Long Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
Built around Buell's naked motorcycle platform, the 2010 Buell XB12Ss Lightning Long relies on a 1202.9 cc (73.4 cu in) oil & air-cooled v2, four-stroke powerplant. 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 5,500 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 1,300 rpm working window between peak torque (5,500 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 XB12Ss Lightning Long measures 181 kg (399 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.57 HP/kg (1.76 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 843 mm (33.2 in) seat height — resulting in a taller command-style riding posture suited to medium-to-tall inseams, combined with a 1,364 mm (53.7 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
0.57 HP/kg (1.76 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
5,500–6,800 rpm
Standover Height
843 mm (33.2 in)
Engine
Displacement1202.9 ccm (73.40 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) @ 5500 RPM
Compression10.0:1
Bore x Stroke88.9 x 96.8 mm (3.5 x 3.8 inches)
Valves/Cylinder2
Fuel SystemInjection. 49 mm down draft DDFI 3 injection
Fuel ControlOverhead Valves (OHV)
CoolingOil & air
Transmission
Gearbox5-speed
Final DriveBelt (final drive)
ClutchWet, multi-plate, compensated
Performance
ExhaustTuned, tri-pass resonance chamber with InterActive valve and mass-centralised mounting
Chassis
Frame TypeBlack aluminium frame with Uniplanar powertrain vibration isolation system, fuel in frame
Rake23.1°
Trail119 mm (4.7 inches)
Front Suspension43 mm Showa inverted forks with adjustable compression damping, rebound damping and spring preload
Front Travel143 mm (5.6 inches)
Rear SuspensionShowa coil-over monoshock with remote, under-seat reservoir and adjustable compression damping, rebound damping and spring preload
Rear Travel143 mm (5.6 inches)
Wheelbase1364 mm (53.7 inches)
Ground Clearance140 mm (5.5 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre120/70-ZR17
Rear Tyre180/55-ZR17
Front BrakesSingle disc. ZTL2-type brake, 8-piston, 4 pads, fixed caliper, 375 mm single-sided, inside out, stainless steel, floating rotor
Front Brake Ø375 mm (14.8 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc. Two-piston, direct mount caliper; stainless steel, fixed rotor
Rear Brake Ø240 mm (9.4 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight181.0 kg (399.0 pounds)
Power/Weight0.5691 HP/kg
Seat Height843 mm (33.2 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Length2080 mm (81.9 inches)
Overall Width754 mm (29.7 inches)
Fuel Capacity16.65 litres (4.40 US gallons)
Oil Capacity2.40 litres (2.54 US quarts)
Other
StarterElectric
Color OptionsVillain Black, Kick Ash Translucid, Cherry Bomb Red Translucid
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