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2008 Buell Lightning CITYX XB9SX Specifications

Spec, Photos, and Model Information

  • Start Price
    $8,895
  • Fuel Economy
    50 MPG City / 65 MPG Hwy
  • Displacement (cc)
    984
  • Horsepower (bhp)
    92

Vehicle Specifications

2008 Buell Lightning CITYX XB9SX

  • Front Brake Type
    Disc
  • Rear Brake Type
    Disc
  • Fuel Capacity (gal)
    3.8
  • Fuel Capacity (l)
    14.5
  • Carburetion Type
    Fuel Injected
  • Digital Instrumentation
    Standard
  • Wheelbase (in)
    52
  • Wheelbase (mm)
    1320
  • Compression Ratio
    10.0:1
  • Cylinders
    2
  • Displacement (cc)
    984
  • Engine Brand Name
    Thunderstorm®
  • Engine Stroke
    4-Stroke
  • Engine Type
    V Twin
  • Horsepower (bhp)
    92
  • Starter
    Electric
  • Torque (Ft Lbs)
    70
  • Valve Configuration
    OHV - Pushrod
  • Generic Type (Primary)
    Standard
  • Revision Status
    Carryover
  • MSRP
    8895
  • Warranty (Months)
    24
  • Number Of Seats
    2
  • Seat Height (in)
    31.4
  • Seat Height (mm)
    797
  • Tachometer
    Standard
  • Front Tire (Full Spec)
    Pirelli Scorpion Sync120/70 ZR17
  • Rear Tire (Full Spec)
    Pirelli Scorpion Sync180/55 ZR17
  • Number Of Speeds
    5
  • Primary Drive (Rear Wheel)
    Belt
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