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BUELL ULYSSES XB12XT IS EAGER FOR
ACTION
New Adventure
Sportbike Delivers Street Sizzle and
Thrilling Touring
 EAST TROY, Wis. (January 21, 2008) – Imagine a
motorcycle that is just as comfortable carving canyons as it is eating up miles
of highway and back roads on a long distance tour. That kind of adventurous
versatility is distinctly delivered by the 2008 Buell Ulysses
XB12XT.
The new Buell Ulysses XB12XT model was introduced today
as the second model in the Buell Ulysses family of adventure sportbike
motorcycles, which possess the handling and soul to own every corner.
Boasting the intuitive handling and tremendous torque
that Buell has come to symbolize, the XB12XT creates a stirring sport riding
experience on a capable long-distance motorcycle. Based on the Buell Ulysses
adventure sport bike, the XB12XT features a specially-tuned shorter travel
suspension and lower standard seat height, standard tall windscreen, Pirelli
Strada sport touring tires and standard lockable top box and side luggage cases.
“The XB12XT will dish out considerable comfort and
potent performance at every turn,” said Erik Buell, Chairman and Chief Technical
Officer at Buell Motorcycle Company. “The new suspension and many other features
will let riders and passengers enjoy this motorcycle on all kinds of roads. It’s
the perfect bike for zipping through the city, getting out to the country and
back again, or the other way around."
By focusing on paved road performance, the XB12XT
suspension springs and damping were optimized to soak up road imperfections,
which allowed a reduced suspension travel, resulting in a lower ride height and
thus a lower center of gravity.
With a commanding riding position behind wide athletic
handlebars, the XB12XT has a tall front screen to buffer the wind. Standard
heated hand-grips warm the rider’s hands in colder climates. The grips are rated
at 18 watts per side on the high setting and 11 watts per side on the low
setting. The XB12XT has two 10 amp/12-volt accessory power outlets (on the dash
and under the seat) and an integrated helmet lock for additional
convenience.
The XB12XT provides the rider and passenger abundant
storage space with lockable and detachable side and top luggage cases. There is
also an additional storage compartment under the textured seat, while the 4.4
gallon fuel-in-frame reservoir gives the XB12XT substantial riding
range.
In addition to its substantial storage capacity, the
Ulysses XB12XT is also ideally suited for two-up riding with a comfortable
passenger seat, innovative multi-function Triple tail backrest and sturdy grab
rails.
The XB12XT features fully adjustable Showa suspension
front and rear for ample ride comfort, agility and versatility. The 43 mm
inverted front forks and rear shock with remote reservoir and dial adjust spring
preload accommodate a wide range of riding styles and conditions, as well as
passenger and luggage weight. A new progressive urethane bumper spreads
compression forces to help absorb the rigors of uneven road conditions while the
XB12XT is fully loaded. Overall suspension travel is 4.9 inches, while ground
clearance is 5.9 inches with a seat height of 30.7 inches. When the road is
exhilarating and twisty, the XB12XT is a truly exciting sport motorcycle,
propelled by a 1203 Thunderstorm V-Twin that is growling with 84 ft. lbs. of
torque and delivers 103 hp of air-cooled punch.
The superior handling of the XB12XT comes from Buell’s
Intuitive Response Chassis and a combination of patented innovations which focus
on the Buell Trilogy of Technology: mass centralization, chassis rigidity and
low unsprung weight.
Mass centralization is achieved through innovations like
carrying fuel in the frame and oil in the swing arm, as well as Buell’s
underslung InterActive Exhaust system. Low unsprung weight is provided by the
patented Zero Torsional Load (ZTL) braking system, which transfers braking force
directly to the rims allowing a lighter front wheel, while Buell’s Immediate
Throttle Response Goodyear Hibrex drive belt reduces unsprung weight at the
rear. Reduced unsprung weight also helps the Pirelli Diablo Strada tires stay in
contact with irregular road surfaces for uncompromising control.
A commemorative Buell 25th Anniversary
graphic with Erik Buell’s signature is placed on the handlebar clamp.
The Ulysses XB12XT is offered in a new color, Racing
Red, in addition to Thrust Blue, each with Designer Black wheels. U.S. MSRP for
the XB12XT will be $12,995.
Buell Ulysses XB12XT
highlights
Buell Thunderstorm 1203 V-Twin
engine
103 peak hp @ 6800 rpm (per SAE
J607)
84 ft. lbs. peak torque @ 6800 rpm (per SAE
J607)
Buell InterActive
Exhaust
DDFI 3 Electronic Fuel Injection
ECM
Eight-row oil cooler with Jiffy-tite
fittings
Dry Weight: 465
pounds
Wheelbase: 54
inches
Seat height: 30.7
inches
Pirelli Diablo Strada tires
Detachable three-bag pannier luggage system
with top and side hard cases, and large underseat
storage
Heated hand
grips
Tall, detachable
windscreen
Specially-tuned shorter suspension
travel
Fully adjustable 43 mm Showa inverted
fork
Fully adjustable Showa rear shock
absorber
Buell ZTL front
brake
Goodyear Hibrex drive belt with Flexten Plus
technology
Frame pucks, handlebar deflectors
Triple Tail
System
4.4 gallon fuel
capacity
Functional tool
kit
2 x 12v. power
outlets
New Instrument Panel
Graphics
New Racing Red body
work
Commemorative Buell 25th
Anniversary badge
Buell Motorcycle Company, a subsidiary of
Harley-Davidson, Inc., produces premium sport performance motorcycles,
motorcycle parts, accessories and apparel. To learn more about Buell
motorcycles, visit your local Buell dealer and experience the aggressive
attitude, style and performance only found on board a Buell. For the Buell
dealer nearest you, pull into www.buell.com
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