Buell XB12X Ulysses - 2010 Specifications and Reviews
The 2010 Buell XB12X Ulysses is a middleweight adventure bike designed for riders seeking on-road versatility with light off-road capability. Powered by a 1203cc air-oil cooled V-twin producing 103 horsepower, it delivers strong mid-range torque ideal for mixed terrain exploration. Known for its lightweight construction and nimble handling, the Ulysses suits adventure enthusiasts who prioritize maneuverability over pure off-road prowess.
2010
General information | |
| Category | Enduro / offroad |
| Year | 2010 |
| Model | Buell XB12X Ulysses |
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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 control | OHV |
| Fuel system | Injection. 49 mm down draft DDFI 3 fuel injection |
| Valves per cylinder | 2 |
| Bore x stroke | 88.9 x 96.8 mm (3.5 x 3.8 inches) |
| Compression | 10.0:1 |
| Torque | 113.90 Nm (11.6 kgf-m or 84.0 ft.lbs) @ 6000 |
| 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. ZTL brake, 6-piston, fixed caliper; single-sided, inside-out, stainless steel, floating rotor |
| Rear tyre dimensions | 180/55-ZR17 |
| Front tyre dimensions | 120/70-ZR17 |
| Rear suspension travel | 162 mm (6.4 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 | 165 mm (6.5 inches) |
| Front suspension | 47 mm Showa inverted forks with rearward offset axle, adjustable compression damping, rebound damping and spring preload |
| Trail | 122 mm (4.8 inches) |
| Rake (fork angle) | 23.5° |
| Frame type | Aluminium frame with Uniplanar™ powertrain vibration isolation system, fuel in frame |
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Physical measures and capacities | |
| Oil capacity | 2.40 litres (0.16 quarts) |
| Fuel capacity | 16.65 litres (4.40 gallons) |
| Wheelbase | 1,374 mm (54.1 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 171 mm (6.8 inches) |
| Overall width | 892 mm (35.1 inches) |
| Overall length | 2,159 mm (85.0 inches) |
| Seat height | 859 mm (33.8 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
Other specs | |
| Maintenance | Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay |
| Modifications compared to previous model | Second oxygen sensor and updated EFI calibration improves fuel economy and drivability. Blacked-out frame, swingarm, flyscreen and footpeg supports, and triple clamps. |
| Color options | Sunfire Yellow, Villain Black |
| Starter | Electric |
Performance Profile & Rider Fit
103 hp
Peak Power
3.5s
0-60 mph
Best For
Track55%
City70%
Cornering85%
Daily Riding65%
Touring55%
Passenger45%
Rider Profile
| Best For | This suits an intermediate to experienced rider who wants a torquey, characterful V-twin with sharp handling rather than outright refinement. |
| Purpose | It is best described as a street-biased adventure-styled roadster, more at home carving twisty tarmac and light gravel roads than serious off-roading. |
| Rider Fit | The tall-ish seat height, wide bars, and firm but adjustable suspension demand reasonable rider confidence and some strength when maneuvering at low speed off-road. |
| Character | It has a raw, mechanical personality with strong low-end torque, aggressive brakes, and quirky Buell engineering touches like the fuel-in-frame design and unique ZTL front brake. |
| Not Ideal For | It is not a good fit for riders seeking plush long-distance comfort, true off-road capability, or a smooth, refined, low-maintenance ownership experience. |
Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.
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