2006 Buell XBRR

2006 Buell XBRR

• 2006 Buell XBRR

BUELL INTRODUCES XBRR PRODUCTION RACING MOTORCYCLE
Race-Use-Only Bike Brings Buell Full Circle

EAST TROY, Wis. (January 23, 2006) - Erik Buell and company come full circle with the introduction of the 2007 Buell XBRR, a limited-edition production racing motorcycle designed exclusively for closed course competition. A spiritual successor to Buell's first motorcycle, the 1983 RW750, the XBRR is poised to change the face of privateer racing with a professional-level, race-ready, production-based platform featuring top-shelf racing technology and typical Buell innovation.

"The XBRR combines the current culmination of Buell's leading edge chassis technology and Harley-Davidson's air-cooled V-Twin powertrain development in a platform designed by and developed for dedicated racers," said Erik Buell, Chairman and Chief Technical Officer, Buell Motorcycle Company.

For Erik Buell, the XBRR marks a return to his racing roots. As a successful privateer road racer early in his career, Buell eventually built his own race bikes for the AMA's then-premier Formula 1 class. The RW750 was a hand-built race bike, and it became the first official Buell motorcycle. Two were produced before the AMA discontinued the class after 1985. Buell then translated his race-bred design principles into a line of successful street bikes leading up to the current XB platform.

The Buell XBRR features a modified XB Thunderstorm 1339cc (103.6mm bore x 79.4mm stroke) air/oil-cooled V-Twin motor rated at 150-hp (measured at the crankshaft). The engine is fed by a dual-downdraft 62mm throttle-body electronic fuel injection system and a ram-air intake system integrated with a new wind-tunnel developed carbon fiber fairing.

The XBRR is the first production Buell since the 1988-89 RR1200 to feature a full fairing. Its lightweight carbon design integrates ducts for cooling of the engine and oil cooler. The fairing was extensively wind tunnel tested to improve aerodynamics and reduce drag.

The XBRR chassis is the revolutionary XB design with fuel-in-the-frame and oil-in-the-swingarm, modified with a billet axle adjustment system and chain-drive to allow gearing changes for different race tracks. Suspension travel is managed by fully adjustable Ohlins units, with 43mm front forks and a remote-reservoir rear shock.

A new ZTL2 (Zero Torsional Load) eight-piston front caliper grabs a standard XB front rotor providing outstanding braking performance, but with less weight than conventional designs. New XBRR six-spoke magnesium wheels weigh 33 percent less than standard XB wheels.

Instruments include tachometer, indicator lamps for shift, power on and low oil pressure. The XBRR features a unique Buell Racing paint scheme.

Buell XBRR features:

• 1339cc (81.7 cid) Thunderstorm Powertrain:
• 4.080 inch (103.6 mm) bore and 3.125 inch (79.4mm) stroke
• 12.5:1 compression ratio
• Dual 62 mm down-draft fuel-injection throttle bodies
• WAVE-analyzed header and mass-centralized muffler
• 150+ peak engine horsepower at 8000 rpm (per SAE J607)
• 100 ft. lbs. peak engine torque at 6500 rpm (per SAE J607)

Black 6-Spoke Cast Magnesium Racing wheels:
• Front: 3.5 inch (88.9mm) x 17 inch (431.8mm) wheel with 120/70R-17 tire
• Rear: 5.5 inch (139.7mm) x 17 inch (431.8mm) wheel with 190/55R-17 tire
• Buell ZTL2 reversed rotor front brake with eight-piston Nissin caliper
• Ram Air system integrated with full racing fairing
• Carbon fiber bodywork
• 43mm Ohlins adjustable front suspension with inverted forks
• Ohlins fully-adjustable rear suspension with coil-over monoshock with remote reservoir
• 55-degree lean angle (hard contact)
• 30.5-inch (775 mm) seat height
• 21-degree rake and 3.4-inch (86 mm) trail
• Cast-aluminum swingarm with billet axle adjustment system
• Center position wheelbase 52.8 inches (1341 mm)
• Range wheelbase 51.8 - 53.8 inches (1315 mm - 1367 mm)
• Buell Racing paint scheme
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To accommodate eligibility in a wide variety of racing classes, an engine modification kit will be available to help conform the XBRR to a wide range of class regulations.

Buell will produce 50 XBRR motorcycles with a short initial run in late February and the balance made in April. U.S. MSRP is $30,995.

It is illegal for anyone to ride this motorcycle on public roads. The Buell XBRR motorcycle does not meet NHTSA or EPA regulations for on road use. This motorcycle may only be used on closed courses. We reserve the right to discontinue models or change specifications at any time without incurring obligations. Vehicle and accessory specifications may vary from country to country depending on local laws. Some features and accessories are not available in certain countries. Be aware that many countries prohibit the importation, registration and/or use of vehicles and accessories not built to their countries specifications. Check with your local dealer for details.

SPECIFICATIONS (US Imperial):

2007 SPECIFICATIONS XBRR

dimensions

Overall Length
76.2 in. (1935 mm)
Overall Width
28.2 in. (715 mm)
Seat Height (unladen)
30.5 in. (775 mm)

Ground Clearance
4.35 in. (110 mm)

Rake:
Steering Head
21°
Fork Angle
21°

Trail
3.4 in. (86 mm)

Wheelbase
51.8-53.8 in. (1316-1367 mm)

Tires:
Front
120/70R-17
Rear
190/55R-17

Fuel Capacity
4.4 gal. (16.7 L)

Dry Weight
362 lbs. (287 kg)

Swingarm Length
18.7 in. (475 mm)

Footpeg Height
16.0 in. (406 mm)

Steering Stem to Seat Center
26.0 in. (660 mm)

Engine
Air/oil-cooled OHV, 4-stroke, 45° V-Twin

Valve Train
OHV, two valves per cylinder, self-adjusting

Bore x Stroke
4.080 in. x 3.125 in. (103.6 mm x 79.4 mm)

Displacement
81.7 cu. in. (1339 cc)

Compression Ratio
12.5:1

Fuel Delivery
Dual 62 mm downshaft throttle bodies, DDFI III

Intake
Ram air intake

Exhaust
WAVE-analyzed header and mass-centralized
muffler complying with 105-db AMA noise rules

Peak Engine Torque
(North America per SAE J607)
>100 ft. lbs. @ 6500 rpm

Peak Engine Horsepower
(North America per SAE J607)
>150 hp @ 8000 rpm

Lubrication
Dry sump

Oil Capacity
5.0 qts. (4.73 L)

Oil Filtration
Screw-on disposable element

Combustion Chamber Design
Bathtub/Hemi

Engine
Redline
8500 rpm
Valve Angle (included)
20° Intake/ 25° Exhaust (45°)
Combustion Chamber Volume
58 cc
Throttle Body Venturi Size
62 mm

Ignition System
Digital electric

drivetrain
Primary Drive
Triplex chain, 1.676:1 (57/34)

Final Drive
Single row chain, 520 size

Clutch
Wet, multi-plate, compensated

Transmission
Gorilla: 5-speed, close-ratio with concentric input and output shafts, straight-cut gears
drivetrain (continued)

Overall Ratio:
1st
2.191
2nd
1.745
3rd
1.364
4th
1.158
5th
1.000

Clutch Spring Type
Diaphragm
Number of Clutch Springs
1
Number of Clutch Plates
15
Drive Plates
8
Driven Plates
7

chassis
Frame
Aluminum frame with Uniplanar™ powertrain vibration isolation system, fuel in frame design
Swingarm
Cast aluminum swingarm with billet axle adjustment system compatible with
chain-drive, bolt-on brace
Front Fork
43 mm Ohlins inverted fork with adjustable compression damping, rebound damping and spring preload
Rear Shock
Ohlins coil-over monoshock with remote reservoir with adjustable compression damping, rebound damping and spring preload

Wheels:
Black finish
Front
XB-type, 6-spoke, cast magnesium,
3.5 in. x 17 in.
(88.9 mm x 431.8 mm)
Rear
XB-type, 6-spoke, cast magnesium,
5.5 in. x 17 in.
(139.7 mm x 431.8 mm)

Brakes:
Front
ZTL-type reversed rotor clamped by 8-piston Nissin caliper with racing pads
375 mm inverted single disc
Rear
230 mm twin-piston, Nissin caliper

Suspension Travel:
Front Wheel
4.72 in. (120 mm)

Rear Wheel
5.00 in. (127 mm)

instruments
Tachometer, indicator lamps for shift, power on, and low oil pressure

colors
Buell Racing Paint Scheme

POWER REDUCTION KIT

To accommodate eligibility in a wide variety of racing classes, an engine modification kit will be available to conform the XBRR to a wide range of class regulations.
It is illegal for anyone to ride this motorcycle on public roads. This motorcycle may only be used on closed courses. We reserve the right to discontinue models or change specifications at any time without incurring obligations. Vehicle and accessory specifications may vary from country to country depending on local laws. Some features and accessories are not available in certain countries. Be aware that many countries prohibit the importation, registration, and/or use of vehicles and accessories not built to their country’s specifications.
1 Specifications for non-U.S. markets might differ. Buell reserves the right to discontinue models or change specifications at any time without incurring any obligations. Vehicle specifications may vary from country to country depending on local laws. Some models are not available in certain countries.