2009 Buell Lightning® CITYX XB9SX
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| Identification | |
|---|---|
| Model Type | Standard |
| BASE MSRP(US) | $8,995.00 |
| Dealers | Buell Dealers |
| Warranty | 24 |
| Insurance | |
| Finance | |
| Engine: | |
| Engine Brand Name | Thunderstorm® |
| Engine Type | V Twin |
| Cylinders | 2 |
| Engine Stroke | 4-Stroke |
| Horsepower (bhp/kW) | 92 / 68.6 |
| Horsepower RPM | 7500 |
| Torque (Ft Lbs/Nm) | 70 / 94.9 |
| Torque RPM | 5500 |
| Cooling | Air / Oil |
| Valves | 4 |
| Valves Per Cylinder | 2 |
| Valve Configuration | OHV - Pushrod |
| Bore (mm/in) | 88.9 / 3.5 |
| Stroke (mm/in) | 79.4 / 3.13 |
| Displacement (cc/ci) | 984 / 60 |
| Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 |
| Starter | Electric |
| Fuel Requirements | Regular |
| US Miles Per Gallon (Hwy/City) | 65 / 50 |
| CAN Liters Per Kilometer (Hwy/City) | 3.6 / 4.7 |
| Fuel Type | Gas |
| Fuel Injector | Yes |
| Fuel Injector Size (mm) | 45 |
| Carburetor | No |
| Carburetion Type | Fuel Injected |
| Speed Governor | No |
| Transmission: | |
| Transmission Type | Manual |
| Number Of Speeds | 5 |
| Primary Drive (Rear Wheel) | Belt |
| Primary Drive (Engine / Transmission) | Chain |
| Gear Ratio (1/2/3/4/5) | 2.65 / 1.89 / 1.41 / 1.17 / 1 |
| Reverse | No |
| Final Drive Ratio | 2.41 |
| Wheels & Tires: | |
| Wheels Composition | Aluminum |
| Tube / Tubeless | Tubeless |
| Front Wheel Width (in) | 3.5 |
| Rear Wheel Width (in) | 5.5 |
| Chromed | No |
| Tire Brand | Pirelli® |
| 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 |
| Front Tire (Full Spec) | Pirelli Scorpion Sync120/70 ZR17 58W |
| Rear Tire (Full Spec) | Pirelli Scorpion Sync180/55 ZR17 73W |
| Brakes: | |
| Front Brake Type | Disc |
| Front Brake Diameter (in/mm) | 14.8 / 375 |
| Rear Brake Type | Disc |
| Rear Brake Diameter (in/mm) | 9.5 / 240 |
| Suspension: | |
| Front Suspension Type | Inverted Fork |
| Front Suspension Size (in/mm) | 1.7 / 43 |
| Front Travel (in/mm) | 4.7 / 120 |
| Front Adjustable Fork Pre-Load | Yes |
| Front Adjustable Rebound Damping | Yes |
| Front Central Suspension Strut | No |
| Front Suspension Brand Name | Showa® |
| Steering Damper | No |
| Rear Suspension Type | Twin Sided Swing Arm |
| Rear Travel (in/mm) | 5.1 / 129 |
| Rear Adjustable Shock / Spring Pre-Load | Yes |
| Rear Adjustable Rebound Damping | Yes |
| Number Rear Shock Absorbers | 1 |
| Rear Suspension Brand Name | Showa® |
| Rear Suspension Material | Aluminum |
| Air Adjustable | No |
| Steering: | |
| Steering Control | Handlebar |
| Technical Specifications: | |
| Length (ft) | 6.35 |
| Width (in/mm) | 29.7 / 755 |
| Height (in/mm) | 42.3 / 1075 |
| Wheelbase (in/mm) | 52 / 1320 |
| Ground Clearance (in/mm) | 4.4 / 110 |
| Length (ft/ft) | 6 |
| Length (ft/in) | 4 |
| Dry Weight (lbs/kg) | 390 / 177 |
| Payload Capacity (lbs/kgs) | 396 / 182 |
| GVWR (lbs/kgs) | 850 / 386 |
| Fuel Capacity (gal/l) | 3.8 / 14.5 |
| Fuel Capacity Reserve (gal/l) | 0.75 / 2.8 |
| Engine Displacement to Weight (cc) | 2.52 |
| Seats: | |
| Seat Type | One-Piece |
| Adjustable | No |
| Seat Material | Vinyl |
| Seat Location | Driver and Passenger |
| Folding | No |
| Seat Height (in/mm) | 30.1 / 765 |
| Number Of Seats | 2 |
| Backrest Logo Plate | No |
| Grab Rail or Strap | Standard |
| Exterior: | |
| Frame | Aluminum |
| Hand Grips | Standard |
| Foot Peg Location | Driver and Passenger |
| Chain Guard | No |
| Drive Shaft Guard | No |
| Engine Case Guard | Yes |
| Fork Guards | Yes |
| Saddle Bag Guard | No |
| Tank Guard | Yes |
| Belt Guard | Yes |
| Hand Guards | Yes |
| Brush Guard | No |
| Heel Guards | Yes |
| Exhaust Guard | No |
| Light Guard | Yes |
| Exterior Covers | Standard |
| Front Fender | Standard |
| Rear Fender | Standard |
| Stand Type | Kick |
| Spoiler | Standard |
| Handlebars | Standard |
| Instrumentation: | |
| Digital Instrumentation | Standard |
| Clock | Standard |
| Tachometer | Standard |
| Trip Odometer | Standard |
| Speedometer | Standard |
| Fuel Level Warning Type | Light |
| Service Reminder | Standard |
| Pricing: | |
| Warranty (Months/Condition) | 24 / Unlimited |
| Identification: | |
| Generic Type (Primary) | Standard |
| Manufacturer Country | USA |
| Introduction Year | 2005 |
| NADATrimID | 32938 |
| Paint & Finish: | |
| Metallic | No |
| Storage: | |
| Underseat Storage | Standard |
| Lights: | |
| Halogen Headlight (s) | Standard |
| Glass: | |
| Rearview Mirrors | Standard |
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