| Author | Message | ||
     Baydog |
I'm not finding it on the Buell Site. Can someone summarize what changed on the Uly for '08? | ||
| Michael1 |
http://www.buell.com/en_us/news_events/newsdetail. asp?news_id=1237 It's under the News Section.... VERSATILE BUELL ULYSSES IS READY FOR ANY ROAD Adventure Sportbike has Heated Grips and New Front End for 2008 EAST TROY, Wis. -- (Sunday, July 08, 2007) Significant changes to the front suspension and steering, plus powertrain enhancements, improve the performance of the 2008 Buell Ulysses XB12X, an adventure sportbike designed to carry its rider beyond the end of the pavement. The Ulysses features long-travel suspension, higher ground clearance and more aggressive tires that allow it to explore the roughest roads with confidence. But when the pavement is smooth and twisty, Ulysses performs like a flickable, agile sport motorcycle, propelled by a 1203 Thunderstorm V-Twin that is a bottomless pit of pure torque. Innovative features and accessories make Ulysses a comfortable, capable long-distance traveler or commuter. The versatile Buell Ulysses can take its rider where ever the road is headed. New on Ulysses XB12X for 2008 New 47mm front forks replace the previous 43 mm forks. Secured with a new triple clamp design, this new front end improves the torsional rigidity of the entire chassis. Fork flex is reduced during hard braking for improved stability and feedback. Steering sweep lock-to-lock is increased to 74 degrees from 54 degrees to reduce the turning radius in off-road low-speed maneuvers. New off-set triple clamps maintain the 23.5 degree rake and 4.8 inch trail. Heated hand grips are now standard equipment on the 2008 Ulysses. The grips are rated at 18 watts per side on the High setting and 11 watts per side on the Low setting. New air guides positioned on the tail section of the Ulysses deflect engine heat away from the rider’s legs. Modifications to the 1203 Thunderstorm V-Twin engine enhance performance, reduce maintenance, and allow a new redline of 7100 rpm (see separate Thunderstorm release for details). The instrument panel styling is refreshed and the tachometer reflects the new 7100-rpm redline. A commemorative Buell 25th Anniversary graphic with Erik Buell’s signature is placed on the handlebar clamp. New color: The 2008 Ulysses XB12X is offered in a new color, Thrust Blue, in addition to Barricade Orange and Midnight Black, each with Magnesium Tone wheels. Ulysses XB12X: Imagine the Possibilities The Buell Ulysses is a high-performance Adventure Sport motorcycle that is capable of confident travel over dirt, gravel and other unpaved road surfaces. Premium Showa front and rear suspension is fully adjustable. Rear spring preload can be adjusted for passenger and luggage weight simply by turning a dial located below the left side of the seat. Suspension travel is 6.5 inches in front and 6.4 inches at the rear. Ground clearance is 6.75 inches. The lower center of mass achieved by carrying fuel in the frame and oil in the swing arm enhance rider confidence off pavement, while limited unsprung weight helps keep the tires in contact with uneven road surfaces for improved control. The 17-inch, six-spoke, reinforced cast-aluminum wheels feature a durable rim design. A dual front fender system provides debris protection for the rider and the bike. For enhanced comfort, the high, wide handlebar with a cross brace is equipped with deflectors and a two-piece windscreen designed to limit buffeting. The innovative Triple Tail system folds through three positions to function as a luggage rack with tie-down hooks over the rear seat position, as a cushioned passenger backrest with grab rails, or as a luggage rack extended over the rear fender. The Ulysses has two 10 amp/12-volt accessory power outlets (one on the dash, another under the seat) and a large under-seat storage compartment. The broad powerband and abundant torque of the 103-hp Buell Firestorm 1203 V-Twin engine gives the Ulysses the ability to charge through twisty pavement sections or proceed at lower speeds over uneven, unpaved roads with less gear shifting. Buell Ulysses XB12X highlights Buell Thunderstorm 1203 V-Twin engine 103 peak hp @ 6800 rpm (per SAE J607) 84 ft. lbs. peak torque @ 6800 rpm (per SAE J607) Buell InterActive Exhaust New DDFI 3 Electronic Fuel Injection ECM New eight-row oil cooler with Jiffy-tite fittings Dry Weight: 425 pounds Wheelbase: 54 inches Pirelli Scorpion Sync tires New 74-degree steering sweep New offset triple clamps New fully adjustable 47 mm Showa inverted fork Fully adjustable Showa rear shock absorber Buell ZTL front brake Double front fender design Goodyear Hibrex drive belt with Flexten Plus technology Two-piece, quick-release windscreen Frame pucks, handlebar deflectors and headlight grille Triple Tail System 4.4 gallon fuel capacity Functional tool kit 2 x 12v. power outlets New heated hand grips New Instrument Panel Graphics New Thrust Blue body work Commemorative Buell 25th Anniversary badge Buell Motorcycle Company, a subsidiary of Harley-Davidson, Inc., produces premium sport performance motorcycles, motorcycle parts, accessories and apparel. To learn more about Buell motorcycles, visit your local Buell dealer and experience the aggressive attitude, style and performance only found on board a Buell. For the Buell dealer nearest you, pull into www.buell.com | ||
| Baydog |
Thanks guy. Don't know why I couldn't find it. I'm definitely interested in the engine updates. Can't wait to ride one. | ||
| Jammin_joules |
I doubt the economies of exchanging your engine crank pin in order to also get new sensors and run the DDFI 3 will be there. ON an un Uly related note, no one seems to be covering exactly what the ZTL-2 brake system on the 1125r is. | ||
| Jmhinkle |
8 piston 4 pad caliper off the XBRR is the basic difference. It's on the 1125 site if you click thru all the change tabs. |
