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Buell Firebolt XB9R - 2006 Specifications and Reviews
The 2006 Buell Firebolt XB9R is a lightweight sport bike designed for riders seeking agile handling and responsive performance. Its 984cc V-twin engine delivers impressive torque for its class, making it ideal for street riding and spirited canyon carving. The bike is renowned for its minimalist styling and innovative integrated fuel tank design.
General information | |
| Category | Sport |
| Year | 2006 |
| Model | Buell Firebolt XB9R |
Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Clutch | Wet, multiplate, compensated, reduced lever effort |
| Transmission typefinal drive | Belt |
| Gearbox | 5-speed |
| Cooling system | Oil & air |
| Lubrication system | Dry sump |
| Starter | Electric |
| Bore x stroke | 88.9 x 79.4 mm (3.5 x 3.1 inches) |
| Compression | 10.0:1 |
| Torque | 94.90 |
| Power | 91.99 |
| Stroke | 4 |
| Engine type | V2 |
| Capacity: | 984.00 ccm (60.04 cubic inches) |
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Physical measures and capacities | |
| Wheelbase | 1,318 mm (51.9 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 110 mm (4.3 inches) |
| Overall width | 715 mm (28.1 inches) |
| Overall length | 1,935 mm (76.2 inches) |
| Overall height | 1,100 mm (43.3 inches) |
| Dry weight | 175.0 kg (385.8 pounds) |
Buell Firebolt XB9R dimensions and frame | |
| Exhaust system | Mass centralized muffler mounted under the bike |
| Rear brakes diameter | 240 mm (9.4 inches) |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Single-piston, floating caliper. Fixed rotor |
| Front brakes diameter | 375 mm (14.8 inches) |
| Front brakes | Single disc. 6-piston, fixed caliper. Single-sided, inside-out, floating rotor |
| Rear tyre dimensions | 180/55-ZR17 |
| Front tyre dimensions | 120/70-ZR17 |
| Rear suspension travel | 129 mm (5.1 inches) |
| Rear suspension | Showa® Fully adjustable, coil-over monoshock with remote, underseat reservoir |
| Front suspension travel | 120 mm (4.7 inches) |
| Front suspension | Showa® inverted fork with adjustable compression damping, rebound damping and spring preload |
| Trail | 83 mm (3.3 inches) |
| Rake (fork angle) | 21.0° |
Speed and acceleration | |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.5257 HP/kg |
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Other specs | |
| Maintenance | Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay |
| Color options | Sunfire yellow |
| Fuel consumption pr. 10 km (6.2 miles) | 4.10 litres (1.08 gallons) |
| Fuel capacity | 14.50 litres (3.83 gallons) |
Performance Profile & Rider Fit
92 hp
Peak Power
3.4s
0-60 mph
Best For
Track75%
City78%
Cornering92%
Daily Riding60%
Touring35%
Passenger30%
Rider Profile
| Best For | This bike suits an intermediate to experienced rider who enjoys a quirky, characterful machine that rewards confident, aggressive inputs. |
| Purpose | Built primarily as a light, sharp-handling sport streetfighter for tight, twisty roads rather than outright top speed or long-distance touring. |
| Rider Fit | Its low dry weight and compact, mass-centralized chassis make it easy to muscle around, though the short wheelbase and firm suspension demand an active riding style. |
| Character | Distinctive V-twin torque delivery, aggressive geometry, and unconventional engineering give it a raw, mechanical personality unlike typical Japanese sportbikes. |
| Not Ideal For | Not a good fit for riders wanting plush comfort, pillion-friendly ergonomics, or a machine suited to relaxed long-haul touring. |
Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.
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