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2006 Buell Ulysses XB12X

2006 Buell Ulysses XB12X

2006 Buell Ulysses XB12X

2006 Buell Ulysses XB12X

2006 Buell Ulysses XB12X

2006 Buell Ulysses XB12X

 

– 2006 Buell Ulysses XB12X

2006 Buell Ulysses® XB12X Overview

The Buell Ulysses XB12X is an all-new Adventure Sportbike designed to deliver capable performance on unpaved roads while retaining legendary Buell handling and thrust on pavement. Long-travel suspension, specific tires, an upright seating position and innovative Triple Tail luggage and passenger accommodations make the Buell Ulysses one of the most versatile sport motorcycles available today.

CHASSIS: The Ulysses chassis was designed specifically to work well on paved and unpaved roads. Fork rake is 22 degrees, while the wheelbase is 54 inches, a combination that provides nimble, playful handling and a roomy cockpit for the rider and passenger. As on Buell Lightning and Firebolt models, Ulysses carries fuel in its rigid aluminum frame, while the lightweight aluminum swingarm doubles as the oil reservoir. Fuel capacity is 4.4 gallons. The engine-air intake vent is integrated into the fuel cap cowling, and a left side vent feeds cooling air to the rear cylinder.

ADVENTURE SPORT SUSPENSION: The Buell Ulysses features premium Showa suspension components front and rear. A 43mm Showa inverted fork has adjustable compression damping, rebound damping and spring preload. Front suspension travel is 6.5 inches. A Showa coil-over mono-shock on the rear has a remote, under-seat reservoir and adjustable compression damping and rebound damping. Rear spring pre-load can be adjusted without tools using a control dial located below the left side of the seat. Rear suspension travel is 6.4 inches. Ground clearance is 6.75 inches.

CATEGORY-LEADING POWER AND WEIGHT: The Buell Ulysses has a dry weight of just 425 pounds. Its design centralizes mass and lowers the center of gravity to help the Ulysses feel nimble and responsive on paved and unpaved roads. The air/oil/fan-cooled Buell Thunderstorm 1203 V-Twin engine leads this category with 103 peak horsepower and 84 ft. lbs. of torque. The engine features Buell DDFI II fuel injection and Buell InterActive Exhaust for instant throttle response and a broad powerband.

SPECIFIC WHEELS AND TIRES: New Dunlop D616 tires designed specifically for Ulysses feature an open, aggressive tread pattern that performs well on paved and unpaved roads. Front tire size is 120/70R-17. Rear tire size is 180/55R-17. Six-spoke, cast-aluminum wheels feature a durable rim design to handle the unique challenges of adventure-sport riding.

ADVENTURE SPORTBIKE ERGONOMICS: The Buell Ulysses offers the rider a roomy seating position and roomy bar/pegs/seat relationship for outstanding control and all-day comfort. The wide, upright handlebars feature a crossbrace. Alloy footpegs are placed in a neutral position and are wider with an aggressive surface. The wide, comfortable seat features a two-tone, textured surface and is shaped to offer ease of rider movement for sport riding on pavement. Seat height is 33.1 inches.

NEW TRANSMISSION: A new transmission design offers improved shift quality, reduced noise and extended service intervals. This transmission replaces moving/sliding gears with thin steel “dog rings” that slide to effect gear changes, a design commonly used in automotive racing gear boxes. Shifting is quicker because the dog rings have less mass than gears. New helical-cut gears are smoother and quieter than straight-cut gears. The new transmission enables reduced clutch effort. New Formula + Oil extends the service intervals for the primary/transmission lubricant to 10,000 miles. Finally, a durable new Goodyear Hibrex 135-tooth final drive belt with Flexten Plus technology designed specifically for Ulysses requires no scheduled service or replacement.

TWO-PIECE WINDSCREEN: Designed to minimize air turbulence in the rider cockpit area, the Ulysses features a clear windscreen mounted over an opaque flyscreen. The gap between the windscreen and the flyscreen directs a limited amount of air into the cockpit area, effectively reducing turbulent air for a more comfortable ride. The clear windscreen features a quick-release mounting system so it can be easily removed. Additional rider comfort is provided by handlebar-mounted deflectors.

BUELL TRIPLE TAIL: The three-position Buell Triple Tail may be configured as a luggage rack or a passenger backrest. In its first, mass-centralized position, the Triple Tail folds forward over the rear-seat position to become a luggage rack that can be used with integrated tie-down hooks. In its second, vertical position, Triple Tail becomes a flexible passenger backrest with grab rails. In its third position, Triple Tail is a luggage rack extending toward the LED tail lamp and full-coverage rear fender, with the grab rails also available for a passenger.

CONVENIENCE/FUNCTION: In addition to the Triple Trail, the Buell Ulysses features a generous under-seat storage compartment and an integrated helmet lock. A 10 amp/12 volt accessory power outlet is located on the dash, with another placed under the seat. Color-matched side cases and top case will be available for the Ulysses and a Global Positioning Satellite (GPS) receiver will be available in Fall 2005.

 

SPECIFICATIONS (US Imperial):

MSRP
Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (1) $11,495 USD

DIMENSIONS
Overall Length 85 in
Overall Height without mirrors 52.4 in
Seat Height
Laden (2) 33.1 in
Width 35.1 in
Ground Clearance 6.75 in
Rake
Steering Head 23.5º
Fork Angle 22º
Trail 4.8 in
Wheelbase 54.1 in
Fuel Capacity 4.4 gal
Fuel Capacity, DDFI – Low Fuel Indicator Light 0.83 gal
Oil Capacity 2.5 qts
Primary Fluid Capacity 1 qts
Weight
Dry Weight 425 lbs
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating 950 lbs
Load Carrying Capacity 452 lbs

ENGINE
Engine Thunderstorm® 1203cc Air/Oil/fan-cooled, four-stroke, 45º V-Twin
Displacement 73.4 in³
Bore 3.5 in
Stroke 3.812 in
Peak Engine Torque (3) 84 ft-lb
Peak Engine Torque (3) 6000 RPM
Peak Horsepower (3) 103 hp
Peak Horsepower (3) 6800 RPM
Oil Sump (Wet or Dry) Dry
Cooling System Type (Air, Air/Oil or Liquid) Air/Oil
Fuel System (Carburated or DDFI) DDFI II
Intake Throttle Configuration and Bore Diameter Downdraft 49mm, single-piece design
Compression Ratio 10.0:1
Mileage per US EPA Urban Trace, CITY (4) 51 mpg
Mileage per US EPA HIGHWAY Fuel Economy Test (4) 64 mpg

DRIVE TRAIN
Primary Drive Type Chain
Primary Drive Ratio 1.500 (57/38)
Secondary Drive Type (5) Constant path, 14mm pitch aramid-reinforced Goodyear® Hibrex® belt with Flexten® Plus technology
Secondary Drive Ratio 2.407 (65/27)
Clutch Type Wet, multiplate, compensated, reduced lever effort
Transmission Type 5-speed, Helical gear
Transmission Ratio
1st 2.648
2nd 1.892
3rd 1.407
4th 1.166
5th 1

CHASSIS
Front Brake System ZTL™ Braking System
Front Rotor and Caliper Configuration 6-piston, fixed caliper. Single-sided, inside-out, floating rotor
Front Rotor Size, OD 14.77 in
Front Rotor Size, Width 0.2 in
Rear Brake System
Rear Rotor and Caliper Configuration Single-piston, floating caliper. Fixed rotor
Rear Rotor Size, OD 9.45 in
Rear Rotor Size, Width 0.2 in
Rear Suspension Type and Configuration (6) Showa® Fully adjustable, coil-over monoshock with remote, underseat reservoir
Front Fork and Suspension (6) Showa® inverted fork with adjustable compression damping, rebound damping and spring preload
Front Fork Slider Tube Diameter 1.69 in
Suspension Travel, Front Wheel, Along Fork Line 6.51 in
Suspension Travel, Rear Wheel, Vertical 6.38 in
Lean Angle at Full Suspension Compression, Soft Contact, Left 39º
Lean Angle at Full Suspension Compression, Soft Contact, Right 39º
Lean Angle at Full Suspension Compression, Hard Contact, Left 40º
Lean Angle at Full Suspension Compression, Hard Contact, Right 43º
Frame Aluminum frame with Uniplanar™ Powertrain vibration isolation system
Swingarm Extended Cast aluminum swingarm with detachable brace
Exhaust System InterActive exhaust, Mass centralized muffler with extended outlet – mounted under the bike
Muffler Finish Black with polished outlet

WHEELS AND TIRES
Front Tire (brand | model) (6) Dunlop® D616F
Rear Tire (brand | model) (6) Dunlop® D616
Tire Size Designator, Front 120/70R-17
Tire Size Designator, Rear 180/55R-17
Wheel Type, Front Reinforced XB-type 6-spoke, ZTL™ Braking System, cast aluminum front wheel. Magnesium Tone
Wheel Type, Rear Reinforced XB-type 6-spoke, cast aluminum. Magnesium Tone
Wheel Size, Front 3.5×17 (width x dia) (in)
Wheel Size, Rear 5.5×17 (width x dia) (in)

ELECTRICAL
Battery Type and Specifications Sealed Lead Acid, maintenance-free, 12-volt, 12 amp-hour (per Battery Council International rating), 200 cca
Charging System Specifications 38-amp permanent magnet 3-phase alternator with solid-state regulator (481 watts@3,000 rpm, 494 watts peak)
Starter System Specifications 1.2 kW electric with Bendix-type engagement
Headlamp Type and Wattages (high and low) Twin quartz Halogen (H7) 55-watt low beam. 5-watt position lamp (EUR, ENG, JPN, AUS)
Tail Light Wattages (stop and running) Ten segment LED tail light – 3.36watts Stop/.36watts running
Turn Signal Lights Type (manual or self-canceling) and Wattage Manual canceling, 10w
License Plate Lamp Wattage 5w
High Beam Indicator Lamp Available Yes
Neutral Indicator Lamp Available Yes
Oil Indicator Lamp Available Yes
Low Fuel Indicator Lamp Available Yes, plus odometer shows miles traveled on reserve
Turn Signals Indicator Lamp Available Yes
Hazard Warning Indicator Lamp Available No
Engine Diagnostics Indicator Lamp Available Yes
Speedometer/Odometer Type (mechanical or electronic) Electronic
Resettable Tripmeter Available Yes, dual
Tachometer Available Yes
Additional Electronic Features Clock, auto fuel counter, two auxiliary power outlets (outlets are 12V,120Watt max individual or in combination)

MISCELLANEOUS
Under Seat Trunk Available Yes
Windscreen or Flyscreen Clear windscreen, Molded-in color flyscreen
Tool Kit Available Yes. Expanded to include suspension and mirror adjustment tools
Luggage or Protective racks Triple Tail™ System
Tie-Down Hooks Yes

COLORS (7)
Body Work Barricade Orange/ Midnight Black
Frame Graphite Grey
Wheels Magnesium Tone
Engine Silver Cylinders, Heads and Cases with Magnesium Tone Clutch and Cam Covers, Black Derby, Inspection, Pushrod Covers and Black Clutch and Cam cover perimeter fasteners

Warranty:
24 months / unlimited mileage
Specifications for non-U.S. markets might differ. Buell reserves the right to discontinue models or change specifications at any time without incurring and obligations. Vehicle specifciations may vary from country to country depending on laws. Some models are not available in certain countries.
(1) Prices listed are Manufacturers Suggested Retail Prices for sale in the United States of America. Prices exclude set-up, title, and licensing and are subject to change. Dealer prices may vary. Additional California fees required. See your dealer for details.

(2) Measurement reflects 180 lb./81.7 kg. operator weight.

(3) Per SAE J607, North America

(4) Based on test conducted under lab conditions per U.S. E.P.A. test procedures. Milage will vary depending on personal riding habits, weather conditions, trip length and vehicle condition.

(5) Hibrex® Goodyear® and Flexten® are registered trademarks of the Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company.

(6) Showa® Dunlop® Pirelli® and Kevlar® are registered trademarks of their respective owners.

(7) Availability of colors may vary from dealer to dealer and is subject to change without notice.

 

SPECIFICATIONS (Metric):

MSRP
Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (1) $11,495 USD

DIMENSIONS
Overall Length 2158 mm
Overall Height without mirrors 1331 mm
Seat Height
Laden (2) 841 mm
Width 892 mm
Ground Clearance 171 mm
Rake
Steering Head 23.5º
Fork Angle 22º
Trail 122 mm
Wheelbase 1374 mm
Fuel Capacity 16.7 liters
Fuel Capacity, DDFI – Low Fuel Indicator Light 3.1 liters
Oil Capacity 2.4 liters
Primary Fluid Capacity 0.9 liters
Weight
Dry Weight 193 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating 431 kg
Load Carrying Capacity 205 kg

ENGINE
Engine Thunderstorm® 1203cc Air/Oil/fan-cooled, four-stroke, 45º V-Twin
Displacement 1203 cm³
Bore 88.9 mm
Stroke 96.82 mm
Peak Engine Torque (3) 113.9 N-m
Peak Engine Torque (3) 6000 RPM
Peak Horsepower (3) 76.8 kW
Peak Horsepower (3) 6800 RPM
Oil Sump (Wet or Dry) Dry
Cooling System Type (Air, Air/Oil or Liquid) Air/Oil
Fuel System (Carburated or DDFI) DDFI II
Intake Throttle Configuration and Bore Diameter Downdraft 49mm, single-piece design
Compression Ratio 10.0:1
Mileage per US EPA Urban Trace, CITY (4) 4.6 liters per 100 km
Mileage per US EPA HIGHWAY Fuel Economy Test (4) 3.7 liters per 100 km

DRIVE TRAIN
Primary Drive Type Chain
Primary Drive Ratio 1.500 (57/38)
Secondary Drive Type (5) Constant path, 14mm pitch aramid-reinforced Goodyear® Hibrex® belt with Flexten® Plus technology
Secondary Drive Ratio 2.407 (65/27)
Clutch Type Wet, multiplate, compensated, reduced lever effort
Transmission Type 5-speed, Helical gear
Transmission Ratio
1st 2.648
2nd 1.892
3rd 1.407
4th 1.166
5th 1

CHASSIS
Front Brake System ZTL™ Braking System
Front Rotor and Caliper Configuration 6-piston, fixed caliper. Single-sided, inside-out, floating rotor
Front Rotor Size, OD 375 mm
Front Rotor Size, Width 5 mm
Rear Brake System
Rear Rotor and Caliper Configuration Single-piston, floating caliper. Fixed rotor
Rear Rotor Size, OD 240 mm
Rear Rotor Size, Width 5 mm
Rear Suspension Type and Configuration (6) Showa® Fully adjustable, coil-over monoshock with remote, underseat reservoir
Front Fork and Suspension (6) Showa® inverted fork with adjustable compression damping, rebound damping and spring preload
Front Fork Slider Tube Diameter 43 mm
Suspension Travel, Front Wheel, Along Fork Line 165 mm
Suspension Travel, Rear Wheel, Vertical 162 mm
Lean Angle at Full Suspension Compression, Soft Contact, Left 39º
Lean Angle at Full Suspension Compression, Soft Contact, Right 39º
Lean Angle at Full Suspension Compression, Hard Contact, Left 40º
Lean Angle at Full Suspension Compression, Hard Contact, Right 43º
Frame Aluminum frame with Uniplanar™ Powertrain vibration isolation system
Swingarm Extended Cast aluminum swingarm with detachable brace
Exhaust System InterActive exhaust, Mass centralized muffler with extended outlet – mounted under the bike
Muffler Finish Black with polished outlet

WHEELS AND TIRES
Front Tire (brand | model) (6) Dunlop® D616F
Rear Tire (brand | model) (6) Dunlop® D616
Tire Size Designator, Front 120/70R-17
Tire Size Designator, Rear 180/55R-17
Wheel Type, Front Reinforced XB-type 6-spoke, ZTL™ Braking System, cast aluminum front wheel. Magnesium Tone
Wheel Type, Rear Reinforced XB-type 6-spoke, cast aluminum. Magnesium Tone
Wheel Size, Front 3.5×17 (width x dia) (in)
Wheel Size, Rear 5.5×17 (width x dia) (in)

ELECTRICAL
Battery Type and Specifications Sealed Lead Acid, maintenance-free, 12-volt, 12 amp-hour (per Battery Council International rating), 200 cca
Charging System Specifications 38-amp permanent magnet 3-phase alternator with solid-state regulator (481 watts@3,000 rpm, 494 watts peak)
Starter System Specifications 1.2 kW electric with Bendix-type engagement
Headlamp Type and Wattages (high and low) Twin quartz Halogen (H7) 55-watt low beam. 5-watt position lamp (EUR, ENG, JPN, AUS)
Tail Light Wattages (stop and running) Ten segment LED tail light – .36watts running/ 3.36watts stopping
Turn Signal Lights Type (manual or self-canceling) and Wattage Manual canceling, 10w
License Plate Lamp Wattage 5w
High Beam Indicator Lamp Available Yes
Neutral Indicator Lamp Available Yes
Oil Indicator Lamp Available Yes
Low Fuel Indicator Lamp Available Yes, plus odometer shows miles traveled on reserve
Turn Signals Indicator Lamp Available Yes
Hazard Warning Indicator Lamp Available No
Engine Diagnostics Indicator Lamp Available Yes
Speedometer/Odometer Type (mechanical or electronic) Electronic
Resettable Tripmeter Available Yes, dual
Tachometer Available Yes
Additional Electronic Features Clock, auto fuel counter, two auxiliary power outlets (outlets are 12V,120Watt max individual or in combination)

MISCELLANEOUS
Under Seat Trunk Available Yes
Windscreen or Flyscreen Clear windscreen, Molded-in color flyscreen
Tool Kit Available Yes. Expanded to include suspension and mirror adjustment tools
Luggage or Protective racks Triple Tail™ System
Tie-Down Hooks Yes

COLORS (7)
Body Work Barricade Orange/ Midnight Black
Frame Graphite Grey
Wheels Magnesium Tone
Engine Silver Cylinders, Heads and Cases with Magnesium Tone Clutch and Cam Covers, Black Derby, Inspection, Pushrod Covers and Black Clutch and Cam cover perimeter fasteners

Warranty:
24 months / unlimited mileage
Specifications for non-U.S. markets might differ. Buell reserves the right to discontinue models or change specifications at any time without incurring and obligations. Vehicle specifciations may vary from country to country depending on laws. Some models are not available in certain countries.
(1) Prices listed are Manufacturers Suggested Retail Prices for sale in the United States of America. Prices exclude set-up, title, and licensing and are subject to change. Dealer prices may vary. Additional California fees required. See your dealer for details.

(2) Measurement reflects 180 lb./81.7 kg. operator weight.

(3) Per SAE J607, North America

(4) Based on test conducted under lab conditions per U.S. E.P.A. test procedures. Milage will vary depending on personal riding habits, weather conditions, trip length and vehicle condition.

(5) Hibrex® Goodyear® and Flexten® are registered trademarks of the Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company.

(6) Showa® Dunlop® Pirelli® and Kevlar® are registered trademarks of their respective owners.

(7) Availability of colors may vary from dealer to dealer and is subject to change without notice.