Buell Lightning X1 suspension setup and specs

Buell Lightning X1, 2000 to 2002: adjustable front rebound and compression, rear preload, rebound and compression, 749 mm (29.5 in) seat height, 36 psi cold rear tire pressure, 200 kg (441 lb).

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

2000–2002 Buell Lightning X1
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Buell Lightning

2000–2002 · naked · 1203 cc

Adjusters this bike has

Front preloadNot adjustable
Front reboundAdjustable
Front compressionAdjustable
Rear preloadAdjustable
Rear reboundAdjustable
Rear compressionAdjustable

Suspension travel and hardware

Fork diameter41 mm (1.6 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 ZR17
Rear tire170/60 ZR17

Weight, seat height and geometry

Wheelbase1400 mm (55.1 in)
Seat height749 mm (29.5 in)
Weight200 kg (441 lb) dry
Front brakeSingle 340mm disc, 6-piston caliper
Rear brakeSingle 230mm disc, single-piston caliper

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