2004 Buell Firebolt: Chassis 2-1
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SPECIFICATIONS 2.1
NOTE
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) (maximum allowable
loaded vehicle weight) and corresponding Gross Axle Weight
Ratings (GAWR) are given on an information decal located
on the steering head.
Do not inflate any tire beyond its maximum inflation pres-
sure as specified on tire sidewall. Overinflation may
cause tire to suddenly deflate which could result in death
or serious injury.
Table 2-1. Dimensions
DIMENSIONS IN. MM
Wheel base 52.0 1320.8
Seat height (XB9R/XB12R) 31.9 810.3
Ground clearance 4.35 110.0
Trail 3.3 83.8
Rake 21 Degrees
Table 2-2. Weight Specifications (XB12R)
WEIGHT-U.S. MODELS LBS. KG
Wet weight 460 204
GVWR 850 386
GAWR - front 325 147
GAWR - rear 525 238
Load capacity 400 181
Table 2-3. Weight Specifications (XB9R)
WEIGHT-U.S. MODELS LBS. KG
Wet weight 450 204
GVWR 850 386
GAWR - front 325 147
GAWR - rear 525 238
Load capacity 400 181
Table 2-4. Capacities
CAPACITIES U.S. LITERS
Fuel tank (inc. reserve) 3.7 gallons 14.0
Reserve/Low fuel light at 0.7 gallons 2.6
Oil tank
(wet - for normal oil change)
2.5 quarts 2.4
Fork oil 14 ounces 0.41
Transmission 1.0 quart 0.95
Table 2-5. Tire and Positions
TIRE AND POSITION
SOLO
RIDING
GVWR
Front
Dunlop Sportmax Radial II
120/70 ZR 17 D207FY
36 PSI
(248 kPa)
Same as
Solo
Rear
Dunlop Sportmax Radial II
180/55 ZR 17 D207U
38 PSI
(262 kPa)
Table 2-6. Brake Rotor Runout
RUNOUT IN. MM
Front radial 0.0177 0.45
Front lateral 0.0248 0.63
Rear radial 0.0177 0.45
Rear lateral 0.0154 0.39