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Driving a Buell is an intense, thrilling experience, a source of rare, pure, wild emotions. A strong-tempered toy that ignores compromise, shakes things up and lets you share the rage in its belly. The X1 is the exact opposite of an XJR 1300. There's none of the voluptuous, hushed side of a 4-cylinder with its suppleness and good manners. This is raw American engineering. The Harley twin tumbled on the Lightning gets a nasty boost. Brought up to 95 bhp by the Buell workshops, the big mill develops incredible mid-range power.

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unfortunately, the final drive ratio, imposed by homologation standards, puts a strain on the machine's performance. Annoying. Especially after having tasted the excellent roadholding and the vitality of the American ride... as long as you're on a billiard table. On less well-maintained roads, the suspension does an inglorious job. Although inverted, the forks can be overwhelmed by hard braking. The big front disc is not short of power.
To match the bike's strong mechanical personality, the design is particularly revealing. Stubby appearance, pot and shock absorber tucked away under the engine, virtually no passenger space - it's clear, it's got style. Forget the practical aspects, this machine is all about adrenalin. A motorcycle that demands passion, that's more lived than ridden.

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Key facts Buell X1 1200 LIGHTNING (1999) : What you need to know before you buy

Highlights

  • Engine
  • Personality
  • Low weight

Weak points

  • Turning radius
  • Driving position

Prices

Basic version
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10,365€

Bikers' reviews

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Model sold in 1999 2000 2001 2002

Performance

Specifications Buell X1 1200 LIGHTNING 1999

Chassis
Frame : tubular steel structure
Fuel capacity : 16.30 liters (4.31 US gallons)
Seat height : 820 mm (32.28 in)
Wheelbase : 1,410 mm (55.51 in)
Dry weight : 200 kg (441 lb)
Weight when fully loaded : 221 kg (487 lb)
Front axle
Telehydraulic fork Ø 41mm, Wheel travel : 120 mm (4.72 in)
Braking 1 disc Ø 340 mm (13.39 in), caliper 6 pistons
Front tire : 120 / 70 - 17 → Order this type of tire
Pressure : 2.2 bar
Transmission
5 stage gearbox
Secondary belt drive
Rear axle
Mono-damper, Wheel travel : 117 mm (4.61 in)
Braking 1 disc Ø 230 mm (9.06 in), single-piston caliper
Rear tire : 170 / 60 - 16 → Order this type of tire
Pressure : 2.48 bar
Motor
two-cylinder en V , 4 strokes
Injection
Cooling system : by air
tumbled
2 valves per cylinder
1,199 cc
95 ch (93.70 hp) to 6,200 rpm
11 mkg to 6,500 rpm
Power-to-weight ratio : 2.13 kg/ch
Weight / torque ratio : 18.18 kg/mkg
Compression : 10:1
Practical information
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Bikers' reviews Leave a review - 10 reviews

buell x1 millenium 2003
French serge Model 2002
98000km(yes you read that right) on the odometer:original belt regular maintenance us pulley and us pot since new.no problems to date.2nd owner.who said buell was unreliable? Rating : 5/5
pompe à essence
French Model 1999
Hello, I'm looking for a fuel pump for my X1 viper from late 1999, can you inform me, thank you Rating : 4/5
French Model 1999
good machine the foot Rating : 5/5
French Model 1999
no more rice mills, long live the hariss'bat', the cow is good, it vibrates, it pulls, and it makes the kepis less inclined to emerge from the groves to play the carnet à souches (then respect)....bon but how to find a pulley us, without getting plucked? Rating : 5/5
French Model 1999
An X1, ok, a BUELL, ok... a 180 in the back and you'll never get off that bike again while there's still some juice left! Sensitive souls abstain! It's a real pain in the ass!
My advice: give it a try..


Bonne route et good look ! Rating : 5/5
French Model 1999
that's what it's all about, no need to pull like a brute to get it moving, great vibrations, a look to make the japs drool and a noise worthy of the best rock concert ever!
after all that, let's overlook the flaws Rating : 5/5
French Model 1999
hi
eh zouz you don't need 150hp to get a real kick out of it i've had an x1 buell for 76000km and 5 years only happiness and then with the shortened transmission qeulle patate
it's better to try it before signing the cheque because
either you love it, which is my case
or you don't want to do it at all. Every year, I go to dealership open-houses and try to find a car that suits your needs
i've never found a bone, but I've rarely found the breasts to take pleasure at a reasonable pace
oh, I forgot, I used to ride a 900 cbr, a truck suppo, because you get so used to driving fast
with my archaic, the insurance cost has been divided by 2.5, while pleasure has greatly improved, except of course on the freeway
by the way, I've just discovered your site, and my opinion is very good
bonnes balkades
a+ vrouuuuuuuum Rating : 5/5
French Model 1999
Jour You speak chassis, it's ok. You speak engine it is ok. Comfort is not good. The saddle gets hot and turns into a buttock grill, and the air passing over the side with the fan burns your thighs, so it's a real hassle in city traffic. Note that for cooler periods it's not bad, you know it's early morning around 6 o'clock when your nose pinches, well then you've got the warm chestnuts. A1llez we're not going to cry about it, by the way, it's the banker who does it after seeing the price of my road heater. Tut, tut, vroummmmmm. Rating : 5/5
French Model 1999
OK, 12,195 euros is a lot of money. Agreed, not everything on this bike is top-notch. All right, we'll have to see before we sign. But once it's signed and you're riding, it's all good. You're right to say that you need to see before you buy. I don't think you buy this type of bike just like that. Rating : 5/5
French Model 1999
I like it, but it's expensive for a Harley block with only 95 riders for 12,195 euros... you'll have to see before you sign. Rating : 5/5
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FAQ Your frequently asked questions about the X1 1200 LIGHTNING 1999

What is the power of the X1 1200 LIGHTNING 1999?
The X1 1200 LIGHTNING 1999 develops a power of 95 ch (93.70 hp)
What is the torque of the X1 1200 LIGHTNING 1999?
The maximum torque of the X1 1200 LIGHTNING 1999 is 11 mkg to 6,500 rpm.
What is the maximum speed of the X1 1200 LIGHTNING 1999?
The X1 1200 LIGHTNING 1999 is capable of reaching a top speed of 216 km/h (134.20 mph) on the track.
What is the weight of the X1 1200 LIGHTNING 1999?
The X1 1200 LIGHTNING 1999 has a a dry weight of 200 kg (441 lb), a weight when fully loaded of 221 kg (487 lb).
What is the fuel consumption of the X1 1200 LIGHTNING 1999?
Average fuel consumption is estimated at 4.20 l/100km (0.56 mpg) according to the WMTC cycle.
QWhat is the seat height of the X1 1200 LIGHTNING 1999?
To ensure good accessibility, the X1 1200 LIGHTNING 1999 offers a minimum seat height of 820 mm (32.28 in).
What is the price of the X1 1200 LIGHTNING 1999?
The price of the X1 1200 LIGHTNING 1999 is 10,365€ in France

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