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| Model: | Buell X1 Lightning |
| Year: | 2001 |
| Category: | Naked bike |
| Rating: | 70.6 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other bikes |
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| Engine and transmission |
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| Displacement: | 1199.00 ccm (73.16 cubic inches) |
| Engine type: | V2 |
| Stroke: | 4 |
| Power: | 88.00 HP (64.2 kW)) @ 6300 RPM |
| Torque: | 104.00 Nm (10.6 kgf-m or 76.7 ft.lbs) @ 5600 RPM |
| Bore x stroke: | 88.8 x 96.8 mm (3.5 x 3.8 inches) |
| Fuel system: | Injection |
| Valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Starter: | Electric |
| Cooling system: | Air |
| Gearbox: | 5-speed |
Transmission type final drive: | Belt |
| Physical measures |
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| Weight incl. oil, gas, etc: | 217.0 kg (478.4 pounds) |
| Seat height: | 820 mm (32.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Wheelbase: | 1,410 mm (55.5 inches) |
| Chassis and dimensions |
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| Front suspension travel: | 119 mm (4.7 inches) |
| Rear suspension travel: | 117 mm (4.6 inches) |
| Front tyre dimensions: | 120/70-ZR17 |
| Rear tyre dimensions: | 170/60-ZR17 |
| Front brakes: | Single disc |
| Front brakes diameter: | 340 mm (13.4 inches) |
| Rear brakes: | Single disc |
| Rear brakes diameter: | 230 mm (9.1 inches) |
| Speed and acceleration |
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| Top speed: | 210.0 km/h (130.5 mph) |
| Other specifications |
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| Fuel capacity: | 17.00 litres (4.49 gallons) |
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