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which is the better XB?
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Author:  elsieem [ 10 Feb 2016 11:46 ]
Post subject:  which is the better XB?
So im new to this Buell ownership lark, only had my 04 'bolt a couple of months.
And I've only ridden it a handful of times so far, what with the weather and working away (germany as i type).
Im guessing this question has been asked a plenty and there'll be a thread somewhere but..........

Firebolt or Lightning?

Have i done the right thing? Made the right choice?

Is it generally thought one is better than t'other?

This is mine btw :)

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Author:  rik [ 10 Feb 2016 12:19 ]
Post subject:  Re: which is the better XB?
:eat: lOl
Author:  03 [ 10 Feb 2016 12:28 ]
Post subject:  Re: which is the better XB?
Depends what you want. If you want more power, try an 1125. If you want " different" try to get a ride on a decent tuber.
Author:  edd [ 10 Feb 2016 12:45 ]
Post subject:  Re: which is the better XB?
Horses for courses. Some would say buy an XB12 not an XB9 rather than Bolt or L'ting!

I would say buy both of each. That's a FOURSOME! lOl
Author:  rik [ 10 Feb 2016 13:38 ]
Post subject:  Re: which is the better XB?
edd wrote:
Horses for courses. Some would say buy an XB12 not an XB9 rather than Bolt or L'ting!

I would say buy both of each. That's a F-AWE-SOME! lOl

Fixed that for ya ;)
Author:  elsieem [ 10 Feb 2016 13:45 ]
Post subject:  Re: which is the better XB?
was there ever anything setting xb9's apart? price or spec etc?
or just the difference in style?
Author:  paulastbury [ 10 Feb 2016 15:22 ]
Post subject:  Re: which is the better XB?
xb12x with the supercharge mod. :shock:
Author:  edd [ 10 Feb 2016 16:53 ]
Post subject:  Re: which is the better XB?
elsieem wrote:
So im new to this Buell ownership lark, only had my 04 'bolt a couple of months.
And I've only ridden it a handful of times so far, what with the weather and working away (germany as i type).
Im guessing this question has been asked a plenty and there'll be a thread somewhere but..........

Firebolt or Lightning?

Have i done the right thing? Made the right choice?

Is it generally thought one is better than t'other?

This is mine btw :)


Then again some purists would argue that the 9 Bolt was the original XB so you got the best one of the breed! ;)
Author:  03 [ 10 Feb 2016 16:54 ]
Post subject:  Re: which is the better XB?
elsieem wrote:
was there ever anything setting xb9's apart? price or spec etc?
or just the difference in style?

The only thing that I can recall settingthe XB9 apart was thefact that some of the early XB9 would lock the gearbox up. Due to the work required to fix them, it meant some became worthless. The gearbox was modified and has since been OK.
Author:  kevmean [ 10 Feb 2016 19:35 ]
Post subject:  Re: which is the better XB?
Some prefer the xb9 because it is smoother and higher revving than the 12 , styling wise some prefer the firebolt others like the streetfighter look of the S .
Author:  brother in buells [ 10 Feb 2016 22:27 ]
Post subject:  Re: which is the better XB?
elsieem nice looking 9er you have there! :yup:


btw: the xb 9 serie was meant to get the turbo setup.
Author:  edd [ 13 Feb 2016 21:08 ]
Post subject:  Re: which is the better XB?
No Firebolt owners replied yet to give you the gen Elsieem?

I never actually rode a Firebolt as I don't get on with that riding position, but think Firebolt and Lightning share identical frame, engine, airbox, exhaust system, wheels, suspension and drive belt. Only significant difference on the 'bolt are clip on bars and riders pegs being an inch higher to give the prone riding position, different rear subframe and seat, and forward fairing mounting. A number of electronic control boxes are positioned differently to fit into the different bodywork shapes. So you could buy all the bits and change yours into a Lightning over a week-end (2 bikes in one! 8-) . Someone may be along soon to correct me? ;)
Author:  Jill Brown [ 13 Feb 2016 23:12 ]
Post subject:  Re: which is the better XB?
I love my XB12scg but don't know how it compares to an XB9. Whatever, they are great bikes and real fun. Xx :yup:
Author:  WILLYBUELL [ 13 Feb 2016 23:28 ]
Post subject:  Re: which is the better XB?
FIREBOLTS ROOOOOCK loved mine will love it again soon ......got a ULY ....love that ....got an X1 love that too ..trouble is ..i like rideing many things ..push bike ..horses ...sheep ....cows .....oaa n lady boys ...evreything pleases me ..stopped rideing mum ..bad taste that :twisted: :rotfl: :twisted: :rotfl: :twisted:
Author:  DaveH [ 14 Feb 2016 16:38 ]
Post subject:  Re: which is the better XB?
Willy have you stopped taking your medication again ? What has your psychiatrist told you about doing this. You'll end up back on the secure ward again :D
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