Buell XB-9R FIREBOLT 2002 - Motorcycle specifications, used

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Its designer, Erik Buell, can be damn proud of his concept. The machine he presents to us kicks all prevailing concepts and truths in the ass. With its tiny size, the XB-9R is a radical, sporty toy. Its minimalist wheelbase and avant-garde technical solutions augur well for its temperament. Its aluminum perimeter frame is surprising in both size and function, providing incredible rigidity and also serving as a fuel tank. The oil is contained in the swingarm. Wait, don't rush. Look between the forks. A huge 375 mm perimeter brake disc. it brakes hard, but won't that dampen the liveliness of the steering? Not a chance. With a rake angle of just 21° (by comparison, a Ducati 999 can only get it down to 23.5°) and minimal, well-distributed weight, the Buell can be ridden with the flick of a finger.

Thanks to its geometry, the bike is particularly sensitive to the slightest adjustment. Once you've set it up and learnt how to use it, the Firebolt offers intense riding sensations. Its m BUELL XB-9R engine comes, as always, from Harley. A big twin doped by Buell's engineers to produce 92 grunts. An air-cooled, fuel-injected engine that's no slouch when it comes to torque and thrills... but it's lost some of its brute American edge. This pure, barbaric character is diluted by a gain in length. Contributing to the rigidity of the chassis, the engine vibrates less than its predecessors without making us forget its origins. This is especially true of the typically Harley gearbox, which is sluggish and locks uncertainly. Above all, the XB-9R's ride and unique sensations will keep you enthralled. The pleasure is omnipresent, but the practical aspects are unknown. It's a toy, period. And for those who'd like a little more wattage and torque, the small American manufacturer offers its big sister in 1200 cm3.

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Prices

	Basic version
France	11,900€

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2002 2003 2004

Performance

Max speed : approximately 210 km/h (130.50 mph)
0-100 km/h acceleration : 3.80 s
Average fuel consumption : 6.10 liters/100km (0.39 mpg)
Estimated range : 230 km (143 miles)
Calculated range until tank is empty, not verified.

Specifications

Buell XB-9R FIREBOLT 2002

Chassis
Frame : aluminium perimeter fuel tank
Fuel capacity : 14 liters (3.70 US gallons)
Seat height : 775 mm (30.51 in)
Length : 1,950 mm (76.77 in)
Width : 820 mm (32.28 in)
Min height : 797 mm (31.38 in)
Wheelbase : 1,320 mm (51.97 in)
Dry weight : 175 kg (386 lb)
Curb mass : 205 kg (452 lb)

Front axle
Inverted telehydraulic fork , Wheel travel : 120 mm (4.72 in)
Braking 1 disc Ø 375 mm (14.76 in), caliper 6 pistons
Front tire : 120 / 70 - 17 → Order this type of tire
Pressure : 2.5 bar

Buell XB-9R FIREBOLT 2002 specifications

Transmission
5 stage gearbox
Secondary belt drive

Rear axle
Mono-damper, Wheel travel : 127 mm (5 in)
Braking 1 disc Ø 230 mm (9.06 in), single-piston caliper
Rear tire : 180 / 55 - 17 → Order this type of tire
Pressure : 2.6 bar

Motor
two-cylinder 45° V-shaped , 4 strokes
Injection
Cooling system : by air
tumbled
2 valves per cylinder
984 cc (Bore x stroke: 88.9 x 79.8 mm)
92 ch (90.70 hp) to 7,200 rpm
9.30 mkg to 5,500 rpm
Power-to-weight ratio : 1.93 kg/ch
Weight / torque ratio : 18.82 kg/mkg
Compression : 10:1

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Competitors

Honda VTR 1000 F FIRESTORM 2002

Aprilia SL 1000 FALCO 2002

BMW R 1100 S 2002

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Acceleration

Buell XB-9R FIREBOLT 2002 : 3.8 s

Honda VTR 1000 F FIRESTORM 2002 Undisclosed

Aprilia SL 1000 FALCO 2002 Undisclosed

BMW R 1100 S 2002 : 4.1 s

Fuel consumption

Buell XB-9R FIREBOLT 2002 : 6.10 liters/100km (0.39 mpg)

Honda VTR 1000 F FIRESTORM 2002 : 7.80 liters/100km (0.30 mpg)

Aprilia SL 1000 FALCO 2002 : 9.90 liters/100km (0.24 mpg)

BMW R 1100 S 2002 : 7 liters/100km (0.34 mpg)

Range

Buell XB-9R FIREBOLT 2002 : 230 km (143 miles)

Honda VTR 1000 F FIRESTORM 2002 : 244 km (152 miles)

Aprilia SL 1000 FALCO 2002 : 212 km (132 miles)

BMW R 1100 S 2002 : 257 km (160 miles)

Torque

Buell XB-9R FIREBOLT 2002 : 9.3 mkg

Honda VTR 1000 F FIRESTORM 2002 : 9.4 mkg

Aprilia SL 1000 FALCO 2002 : 9.6 mkg

BMW R 1100 S 2002 : 9.7 mkg

Power

Buell XB-9R FIREBOLT 2002 : 92 ch (90.70 hp)

Honda VTR 1000 F FIRESTORM 2002 : 106 ch (104.50 hp)

Aprilia SL 1000 FALCO 2002 : 118 ch (116.40 hp)

BMW R 1100 S 2002 : 98 ch (96.60 hp)

Power-to-Weight ratio

Buell XB-9R FIREBOLT 2002 : 1.93 kg/ch

Honda VTR 1000 F FIRESTORM 2002 : 1.85 kg/ch

Aprilia SL 1000 FALCO 2002 : 1.63 kg/ch

BMW R 1100 S 2002 : 2.37 kg/ch

Torque-to-Weight ratio

Buell XB-9R FIREBOLT 2002 : 18.82 kg/mkg

Honda VTR 1000 F FIRESTORM 2002 : 20.53 kg/mkg

Aprilia SL 1000 FALCO 2002 : 19.79 kg/mkg

BMW R 1100 S 2002 : 23.61 kg/mkg

Speed

Buell XB-9R FIREBOLT 2002 : approximately 210 km/h (130.50 mph)

Honda VTR 1000 F FIRESTORM 2002 : 241 km/h (149.80 mph)

Aprilia SL 1000 FALCO 2002 : over 240 km/h (149.10 mph)

BMW R 1100 S 2002 : 230 km/h (142.90 mph)

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