Buell Blast suspension setup and specs

Buell Blast, 2000 to 2009: no rider-adjustable suspension, 699 mm (27.5 in) seat height, 30 psi cold rear tire pressure, 163 kg (359 lb).

Model years covered: 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009 — these share the same suspension hardware. Figures as published by Buell.

2000–2009 Buell Blast
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Buell Blast

2000–2009 · standard · 492 cc

Adjusters this bike has

Front preloadNot adjustable
Front reboundNot adjustable
Front compressionNot adjustable
Rear preloadNot adjustable
Rear reboundNot adjustable
Rear compressionNot adjustable

Suspension travel and hardware

Fork diameter37 mm (1.5 in)

Cold tire pressure, manufacturer spec

Front, solo28 psi · 1.9 bar
Rear, solo30 psi · 2.1 bar
Front, two up32 psi · 2.2 bar
Rear, two up36 psi · 2.5 bar
Front tire100/80-16
Rear tire120/80-16

Weight, seat height and geometry

Wheelbase1397 mm (55.0 in)
Seat height699 mm (27.5 in)
Weight163 kg (359 lb) dry
Front brakeSingle 320 mm disc, 2-piston caliper
Rear brakeSingle 220 mm disc, 1-piston caliper

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