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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;Standard</td>
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				<td valign='top'><strong class="total">&nbsp;$10,495.00</strong>
				
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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;24</td>
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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;V Twin</td>
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				<td valign='top'>Cylinders</td>
				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;2</td>
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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;4-Stroke</td>
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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;Air / Oil</td>
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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;4</td>
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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;2</td>
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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;OHV - Pushrod</td>
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				<td valign='top'>Compression Ratio</td>
				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;10.0:1</td>
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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;Electric</td>
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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;Regular</td>
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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;Manual</td>
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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;5</td>
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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;Pirelli Diablo T 120/70 ZR17</td>
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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;52 / 1320</td>
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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;3.8 / 14.5</td>
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2008 Buell Lightning® XB12S

7 of 50
2008 Standard

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2008 Buell Lightning® XB12S pictures, prices, information, and specifications. Below is the information on the 2008 Buell Lightning® XB12S. If you would like to get a quote on a new 2008 Buell Lightning® XB12S use our Build Your Own tool, or Compare this bike to other Standard motorcycles.To view more specifications, visit our Detailed Specifications.

2008 Buell Lightning® XB12S Specifications

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Identification
Model Type	Standard
BASE MSRP(US)	$10,495.00
Warranty	24
Insurance
Engine:
Engine Type	V Twin
Cylinders	2
Engine Stroke	4-Stroke
Cooling	Air / Oil
Valves	4
Valves Per Cylinder	2
Valve Configuration	OHV - Pushrod
Compression Ratio	10.0:1
Starter	Electric
Fuel Requirements	Regular
Fuel Type	Gas
Transmission:
Transmission Type	Manual
Number Of Speeds	5
Primary Drive (Rear Wheel)	Belt
Wheels & Tires:
Front Tire (Full Spec)	Pirelli Diablo T 120/70 ZR17
Rear Tire (Full Spec)	Pirelli Diablo T 180/55 ZR17
Brakes:
Front Brake Type	Disc
Rear Brake Type	Disc
Technical Specifications:
Wheelbase (in/mm)	52 / 1320
Fuel Capacity (gal/l)	3.8 / 14.5

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By Pete M.(Owner), Dec. 11, 2009

I love the handling of this bike going into the curves while I am riding out in the country. It is also quite fun riding in town with the low end torque dancing around public transportation and other slow moving vehicles. My Buell is absolutely beautiful to look at and the roar of her v-twin goes wi... Read Full Review