What category is the 2010 Buell XB12SCG Lightning?

The 2010 Buell XB12SCG Lightning has a Category of Naked bike.

What is the engine size of the 2010 Buell XB12SCG Lightning?

The 2010 Buell XB12SCG Lightning has a Capacity: of 1202.88 ccm (73.40 cubic inches).

What type of engine does the 2010 Buell XB12SCG Lightning have?

The 2010 Buell XB12SCG Lightning has a Engine type of V2, four-stroke.

What is the engine power of the 2010 Buell XB12SCG Lightning?

The 2010 Buell XB12SCG Lightning has a Power of 103.00.

What is the torque of the 2010 Buell XB12SCG Lightning?

The 2010 Buell XB12SCG Lightning has a Torque of 113.90 Nm (11.6 kgf-m or 84.0 ft.lbs) @ 5500.

Is the 2010 Buell XB12SCG Lightning air cooled or liquid cooled?

The 2010 Buell XB12SCG Lightning has a Cooling system of Oil & air.

How many gears does the 2010 Buell XB12SCG Lightning have?

The 2010 Buell XB12SCG Lightning has a Gearbox of 5-speed.

How much does the 2010 Buell XB12SCG Lightning weigh?

The 2010 Buell XB12SCG Lightning has a Dry weight of 179.2 kg (395.0 pounds).

What is the seat height of the 2010 Buell XB12SCG Lightning?

The 2010 Buell XB12SCG Lightning has a Seat height of 759 mm (29.9 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting..

Buell XB12SCG Lightning - 2010 Specifications and Reviews

Name: 2010 Buell XB12SCG Lightning
Brand: Buell
Rating: 1 (1 reviews)

The 2010 Buell XB12Scg Lightning is a middleweight naked bike powered by a torquey 1203cc air-oil-cooled V-twin engine producing 103 hp and strong low-end power. Known for its aggressive styling and responsive handling, it appeals to riders seeking a characterful American-made machine with excellent mid-range acceleration and practicality for street riding.

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General information
Category	Naked bike
Year	2010
Model	Buell XB12Scg Lightning
Engine and Transmission Specifications
Exhaust system	Tuned, tri-pass resonance chamber with InterActive valve and mass-centralised mounting
Clutch	Wet, multi-plate, compensated
Transmission type,final drive	Belt
Gearbox	5-speed
Cooling system	Oil & air
Fuel system	Injection. 49 mm down draft DDFI II injection
Valves per cylinder	2
Bore x stroke	88.9 x 96.8 mm (3.5 x 3.8 inches)
Torque	113.90 Nm (11.6 kgf-m or 84.0 ft.lbs) @ 5500
Power	103.00
Engine type	V2, four-stroke
Capacity:	1202.88 ccm (73.40 cubic inches)

Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels
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. ZTL2-type brake, 8-piston, 4 pads, 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	90 mm (3.6 inches)
Rear suspension	Showa coil-over monoshock with remote, under-seat reservoir and adjustable compression damping, rebound damping and spring preload
Front suspension travel	79 mm (3.1 inches)
Front suspension	41 mm Showa inverted forks with adjustable compression damping, rebound damping and spring preload
Trail	83 mm (3.3 inches)
Rake (fork angle)	21.0°
Frame type	Black aluminium frame with Uniplanar™ powertrain vibration isolation system, fuel in frame
Physical measures and capacities
Oil capacity	2.40 litres (0.16 quarts)
Reserve fuel capacity	2.83 litres (0.75 gallons)
Fuel capacity	14.45 litres (3.82 gallons)
Wheelbase	1,316 mm (51.8 inches)
Ground clearance	90 mm (3.5 inches)
Overall width	754 mm (29.7 inches)
Overall length	1,923 mm (75.7 inches)
Seat height	759 mm (29.9 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Power/weight ratio	0.5749 HP/kg
Dry weight	179.2 kg (395.0 pounds)
Other specs
Maintenance	Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay
Color options	Villain Black, Kick Ash Translucid and Cherry Bomb Red Translucid

Performance Profile & Rider Fit

103 hp

Peak Power

3.2s

0-60 mph

Best For

Track75%

City78%

Cornering93%

Daily Riding60%

Touring40%

Passenger35%

Rider Profile

Best For	Best suited to intermediate and experienced riders who appreciate a torquey, quirky V-twin with sharp handling.
Purpose	Built for aggressive backroad carving and short blasts rather than outright top-speed runs or long-distance touring.
Rider Fit	Low seat height and light dry weight make it manageable, but the firm sporty ergonomics and short suspension travel demand some rider fitness for extended stints.
Character	A characterful, mechanically distinctive naked bike with a thumping V-twin, unique perimeter brake, and razor-sharp steering geometry that rewards an engaged riding style.
Not Ideal For	Not a good fit for riders seeking plush comfort, pillion-friendly touring capability, or any off-road versatility.

Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.

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2010 Buell XB12SCG Lightning Rider Ergonomics Assessment

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At 759mm, a rider of 175cm with a 79cm (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2010 Buell XB12SCG Lightning, with a moderate knee angle of around 110 degrees and a forward-leaning riding position.

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