Buell Ulysses XB12XT - 2009 Specifications and Reviews
The 2009 Buell Ulysses XB12XT is a sport-touring motorcycle designed for riders seeking adventure on varied terrain. Powered by a 1203cc V-twin engine producing 103 horsepower and 114 lb-ft of torque, it combines nimble handling with practical comfort for long-distance exploration. Best known for its lightweight construction and versatile performance, the Ulysses excels both on-road and off-road.
2009
General information | |
| Category | Sport touring |
| Year | 2009 |
| Model | Buell Ulysses XB12XT |
Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Clutch | Wet, multi-plate, compensated |
| Transmission typefinal drive | Belt |
| Gearbox | 5-speed |
| Starter | Electric |
| Fuel control | OHV |
| Valves per cylinder | 2 |
| Fuel system | Injection. 49 mm down draft DDFI III fuel injection |
| Bore x stroke | 88.9 x 96.8 mm (3.5 x 3.8 inches) |
| Compression | 10.0:1 |
| Torque | 113.90 |
| Power | 103.00 |
| Stroke | 4 |
| Engine type | V2 |
| Capacity: | 1202.88 ccm (73.40 cubic inches) |
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Physical measures and capacities | |
| Wheelbase | 1,369 mm (53.9 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 151 mm (5.9 inches) |
| Overall width | 1,006 mm (39.6 inches) |
| Overall length | 2,319 mm (91.3 inches) |
| Seat height | 780 mm (30.7 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
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Buell Ulysses XB12XT dimensions and frame | |
| Exhaust system | Tuned, tri-pass resonance chamber with InterActive valve and mass-centralised mounting |
| Rear brakes diameter | 240 mm (9.4 inches) |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Two-piston, direct mount caliper; stainless steel, fixed rotor |
| Front brakes diameter | 375 mm (14.8 inches) |
| Front brakes | Single disc. ZTL brake, 6-piston, fixed caliper; 375 mm single-sided, inside-out, stainless steel, floating rotor |
| Rear tyre dimensions | 180/55-ZR17 |
| Front tyre dimensions | 120/70-ZR17 |
| Rear suspension travel | 125 mm (4.9 inches) |
| Rear suspension | Showa coil-over monoshock with remote reservoir and remote spring preload adjustment, fully adjustable (compression damping, rebound damping, and spring preload) |
| Front suspension travel | 125 mm (4.9 inches) |
| Front suspension | 43 mm Showa inverted forks, fully adjustable (compression damping, rebound damping, and spring preload) |
| Rake (fork angle) | 23.8° |
| Frame type | Aluminium frame with Uniplanar™ powertrain vibration isolation system, fuel in frame |
Speed and acceleration | |
| Color options | Racing Red; Thrust Blue; Midnight Black |
| Fuel capacity | 16.65 litres (4.40 gallons) |
Other specs | |
| Maintenance | Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay |
Performance Profile & Rider Fit
103 hp
Peak Power
3.4s
0-60 mph
Best For
Track55%
City70%
Cornering85%
Daily Riding72%
Touring74%
Passenger55%
Rider Profile
| Best For | Best suited to an intermediate-to-experienced rider who appreciates a torquey, characterful V-twin over outright top-end speed. |
| Purpose | Designed as a sport-touring adventure-styled machine that blends brisk acceleration, agile handling, and long-legged capability for mixed road riding. |
| Rider Fit | A reasonably light, compact chassis with a moderate seat height makes it accessible to riders of average build and inseam. |
| Character | Delivers a gutsy, torque-rich V-twin pulse with sharp, flickable handling thanks to its short wheelbase and mass-centralized design, giving it a distinctly muscular yet nimble personality. |
| Not Ideal For | Not the right choice for riders seeking a smooth high-rpm sportbike feel, serious off-road capability, or plush two-up long-distance touring comfort. |
Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.
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