2006 Buell Ulysses® XB12X

2006 Buell Ulysses® XB12X pictures, prices, information, and specifications.
Year
2006
Parent Company
Buell
Dealers
Generic Type (Primary)
On-Off Road
Make
Buell
Display Name
Ulysses® XB12X
Manufacturer Country
USA
Introduction Year
2006
Price
Standard
MSRP
$11,495
Warranty (Months/Condition)
24 / Limited
Engine
Standard
Engine Type
V Twin
Cylinders
2
Engine Stroke
4-Stroke
Horsepower RPM
6800
Torque RPM
6000
Cooling
Air / Oil
Valves
4
Valves Per Cylinder
2
Valve Configuration
OHV - Pushrod
Compression Ratio
10.0:1
Starter
Electric
Fuel Type
Gas
Fuel Requirements
Regular
Carburetion
Standard
Fuel Injector
Yes
Carburetor
No
Carburetion Type
Fuel Injected
Horsepower (bhp)
103
Torque (Nm)
113.9
Bore (mm/in)
88.9 / 3.5
Stroke (in/mm)
3.81 / 96.82
Displacement (cc/ci)
1203 / 73.4
US Miles Per Gallon (Hwy/City)
64 / 51
CAN Liters Per Kilometer (Hwy/City)
3.6 / 4.9
Fuel Injector Size (mm)
49
Transmission
Standard
Transmission Type
Manual
Number Of Speeds
5
Reverse
No
Final Drive Ratio
2.41
Primary Drive (Rear Wheel)
Belt
Dimensions
Standard
Weight
Standard
Capacities
Standard
Performance
Standard
Length (in/mm)
85 / 2159
Width (in/mm)
35.1 / 891.5
Height (in/mm)
52.4 / 1331
Wheelbase (in/mm)
54.1 / 1374.1
Ground Clearance (in/mm)
6.8 / 171.4
Dry Weight (lbs/kg)
425 / 192.8
Payload Capacity (lbs/kgs)
452 / 205
GVWR (lbs)
950
Fuel Capacity (gal/l)
4.4 / 16.7
Fuel Capacity Reserve (gal/l)
0.83 / 3.1
Engine Displacement to Weight (cc)
2.83
Construction
Standard
Frame
Aluminum
Foot Pegs
Standard
Foot Peg Location
Driver and Passenger
Hand Grips
Standard
Handlebars
Standard
Exterior Guards
Standard
Belt Guard
Yes
Brush Guard
No
Chain Guard
No
Chassis Protectors
Yes
Fork Guards
Yes
Hand Guards
Yes
Light Guard
Yes
Saddle Bag Guard
No
Tank Guard
Yes
Exterior Covers
Standard
Front Fender
Standard
Rear Fender
Standard
Stand
Standard
Stand Type
Kick
Spoiler
Standard
Other Exterior
Optional
Steering Control
Handlebar
Front Suspension Brand Name
Showa®
Front Suspension Type
Inverted Fork
Front Adjustable Fork Pre-Load
Yes
Front Adjustable Rebound Damping
Yes
Front Central Suspension Strut
No
Rear Suspension Brand Name
Showa®
Rear Suspension Type
Twin Sided Swing Arm
Rear Adjustable Shock / Spring Pre-Load
Yes
Rear Adjustable Rebound Damping
Yes
Number Rear Shock Absorbers
1
Front Suspension Size (in/mm)
1.7 / 43
Front Travel (in/mm)
6.5 / 165.4
Rear Travel (in/mm)
6.4 / 162.1
Wheels
Standard
Wheels Composition
Aluminum
Chromed
No
Tires
Standard
Tire Brand
Dunlop®
Front Tire Width
120
Front Tire Aspect Ratio
70
Front Tire Speed Rating
Z
Front Wheel Diameter
17
Rear Tire Width
180
Rear Tire Aspect Ratio
55
Rear Tire Speed Rating
Z
Rear Wheel Diameter
17
Other Wheels & Tires
Optional
Front Wheel Width (in)
3.5
Rear Wheel Width (in)
5.5
Front Tire (Full Spec)
Dunlop 120/70 ZR17
Rear Tire (Full Spec)
Dunlop 180/55 ZR17
Brakes
Standard
Front Brake Type
Disc
Rear Brake Type
Disc
Front Brake Diameter (in/mm)
14.8 / 375
Rear Brake Diameter (in/mm)
9.5 / 241.3
Seat Type
One-Piece
Seat Location
Driver and Passenger
Seat Material
Vinyl
Adjustable
No
Folding
No
Seat Specifications
Standard
Number Of Seats
2
Seat Backrest
Standard
Backrest Location
Passenger
Backrest Logo Plate
No
Grab Rail or Strap
Standard
Seat Height (in/mm)
33.1 / 840.7
Digital Instrumentation
Standard
Clock
Standard
Speedometer
Standard
Tachometer
Standard
Trip Odometer
Standard
Fuel Level Warning
Standard
Fuel Level Warning Type
Light
Hard Side Cases
Optional
Tail Bag
Optional
Tank Bag
Optional
Underseat Storage
Standard
Lockable Storage
Standard
Type
Halogen
Headlight (s)
Standard
Halogen Headlight (s)
Standard
Rearview Mirrors
Standard
Windshield
Standard
Tinted
Yes
Height
Low
Height Adjustable
No
Windshield Lowers
No
Power Outlet
Standard
Side Case Mount
Optional
Windshield Mounts
Standard
Paint
Standard
Metallic
No
User Reviews
3 reviews
  • Great all around bike
    By  (I am an Owner) on Sep 15, 2008

    I was looking to get a sport touring bike. I found out about the Ulysses through a google search as Buell wasn't really on my radar screen. The Adventure Sport Touring segment sounded just right for me and this bike was my choice. I have not been disappointed. The bike meets my needs perfectly. It ...

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  • Hot bike!
    By  (I am an Owner) on Sep 15, 2008

    if you can think outside the box this is a great bike. The most fun bike I have owned in 30 years of bikes. It handles, it stops, it will go down the highway. Yes the fan is loud, so wear ear plugs. And it puts out some heat, but there are ways to deal with it. Just ride it and have fun!

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  • The best motorcycle I have ever owned
    By  (I am an Owner) on Aug 29, 2008

    I have owned a Honda 750 when it was the biggest bike made at the time and then I graduated to BMW's. I had the R75, R90, K100, RS 100 and now a Buell Ulysses.

    I took a chance on the manufacturer and the bike and I have been well rewarded.

    This bike provides a very stable ...

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