Buell Cyclone M2 suspension setup and specs

Buell Cyclone M2, 2000 to 2002: adjustable front preload and rebound, rear preload and compression, 797 mm (31.4 in) seat height, 120 mm of front suspension travel, 36 psi cold rear tire pressure, 197 kg (434 lb).

Model years covered: 2000, 2001, 2002 — these share the same suspension hardware. Figures as published by Buell.

2000–2002 Buell Cyclone M2
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Buell Cyclone

2000–2002 · standard · 1203 cc

Adjusters this bike has

Front preloadAdjustable
Front reboundAdjustable
Front compressionNot adjustable
Rear preloadAdjustable
Rear reboundNot adjustable
Rear compressionAdjustable

Suspension travel and hardware

Front suspension travel120 mm (4.7 in)
Fork diameter43 mm (1.7 in)

Cold tire pressure, manufacturer spec

Front, solo32 psi · 2.2 bar
Rear, solo36 psi · 2.5 bar
Front, two up36 psi · 2.5 bar
Rear, two up38 psi · 2.6 bar
Front tire120/70-17
Rear tire170/60-17

Weight, seat height and geometry

Wheelbase1397 mm (55.0 in)
Seat height797 mm (31.4 in)
Weight197 kg (434 lb) dry
Front brakeSingle 340 mm disc, 6-piston caliper
Rear brakeSingle 230 mm disc, 2-piston caliper

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