
Buell XB 12
Drechterland

Buell
XB 12
Sport · 1,203 cc
See typical prices, price changes and important differences.
Below €3,550, the price is low. Above €6,550, the price is high. Check the year, mileage, version and maintenance.
This is a guide based on asking prices, not confirmed sale prices.
Based on price data from 3 of the past 12 months.
The typical asking price has barely changed since July 2026.
Quick reference values. Model year, generation and trim can differ.
Displacement
1,203 cc
Power
110 hp · 81 kW
Torque
111 Nm
Category
Sport
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Features and handling differ by generation. Use this overview to find the right version.
Years
2002 - 2009
This technical reference row for the XB 12 combines the available catalogue data: 1203 cc, 81 kW, 110 hp, 175 kg. It describes the model reference, but does not necessarily distinguish every production or equipment change. Always verify model year, trim and technical values against the individual motorcycle.
The Buell XB-12 is an American sportbike built by Buell Motorcycle Company, a subsidiary of Harley-Davidson. It uses a 1203 cc Harley-Davidson Sportster-derived V-twin mounted in a self-supporting aluminium frame that doubles as the fuel tank, while the swingarm serves as the oil reservoir. This design lowers the centre of gravity and shortens the wheelbase compared with conventional sportbikes. The XB-12 was produced from 2002 to 2009 in variants including the XB12R Firebolt (faired), XB12S Lightning (naked), and XB12Scg.
The XB-12 targets riders looking for an unconventional alternative to Japanese and European sportbikes. Power delivery is torque-focused and tractable at low revs, making it well-suited to fast back roads rather than track days. The Firebolt variant offers more committed sportbike ergonomics, while the Lightning is more upright and city-friendly. It competes with the Ducati Monster and KTM Duke. Buell ceased operations in 2009, making parts increasingly scarce.
A used Buell XB 12 costs €5,500 on average. Most cost €3,550 to €6,550. This is based on 6 motorcycles for sale now.
MotorMonitor now compares 6 used Buell XB 12 motorcycles from Dutch sales sites.
The average used Buell XB 12 is from 2008 and has done about 30,993 km.