Buell Lightning XB 12 Scg 2009 vs. Triumph Speed Triple RS 2018

Buell Lightning XB 12 Scg 2009

Triumph Speed Triple RS 2018

Overview - Buell Lightning XB 12 Scg 2009 vs Triumph Speed Triple RS 2018

Buell Lightning XB 12 Scg 2009

Triumph Speed Triple RS 2018

Technical Specifications Buell Lightning XB 12 Scg 2009 compared to Triumph Speed Triple RS 2018

Buell Lightning XB 12 Scg 2009

Triumph Speed Triple RS 2018

Buell Lightning XB 12 Scg 2009

Triumph Speed Triple RS 2018

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	88.9 mm	Bore	79 mm
Stroke	Stroke	96.8 mm	Stroke	71.4 mm
Engine power	Engine power	95 HP	Engine power	150 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	6,800 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	10,500 rpm
Torque	Torque	104 Nm	Torque	117 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	5,500 rpm	Rpm at Torque	7,150 rpm
Transmission	Transmission	Belt	Transmission	Chain
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	3
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Cooling	Cooling	Oil-air	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	1,203 ccm	Displacement	1,050 ccm

Brakes Front

Piston	Piston	Six pistons	Piston	Four pistons
Shock mount	Shock mount	Fixed caliper	Shock mount	Fixed caliper

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Piston	Piston	Single piston	Piston	Double piston
Shock mount	Shock mount	Floating caliper	Shock mount	Floating caliper

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	17 inch	Front tyre diameter	17 inch
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	1,950 mm	Length	2,075 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,320 mm	Wheelbase	1,445 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	726 mm	Seat Height	825 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	16.7 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	15.5 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Buell Lightning XB 12 Scg 2009

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Triumph Speed Triple RS 2018

The new Speed Triple has a few things over its predecessor. It is stronger and smarter than the old model, revs higher and is lighter. Switching to the new model is worthwhile if you value these aspects and have the necessary change at hand. In return, you get a versatile motorbike that combines riding comfort for longer country road rides with the riding fun you want for the racetrack. Agile, handy, smart and powerful. This is the best way to describe the Speedy and it will definitely find at least as much favour among its fans as its predecessor.

New technology

Well-functioning electronic aids

Proven engine further developed

More power and speed

High-quality chassis

Many adjustment options

Comfortable seating position

Many optional equipment options

Lack of windshield

High weight

Little ground clearance

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Buell Lightning XB 12 Scg vs Triumph Speed Triple RS

Price Buell Lightning XB 12 Scg

Unfortunately, the data available to us is not sufficient to provide meaningful price information for this model.

Price Triumph Speed Triple RS

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