Please note: This bike is a part of the Northern California Superbike Collection. The anonymous owner is well-known and a long-term friend of both Iconic and Bike-urious. All proceeds will go towards a foundation he and his wife run to further research for sustainable agricultural and agroforestry systems worldwide.
Buell’s XB frame first arrived on the scene in 2002 with the launch of the Firebolt XB9R. The series introduced many of the brand’s innovative technologies, including an industry-first Zero Torsional Load (ZTL) perimeter floating front brake disc, a forged aluminum “fuel in frame” chassis, as well as a swingarm that doubled as an oil reservoir. In order to keep the bike’s mass even closer to the ground, Buell mounted the muffler beneath the engine.
Come 2003, Buell expanded the XB lineup via the Lightning XB12. In keeping with the series’ naming conventions, the model bumped the Harley V-twin’s displacement from 984cc up to 1,203cc. On the road, this meant that it made 103hp and and 84lb-ft of torque. Along with the faired sportbike ‘R’ (Firebolt), Buell also offered the bike various flavors like the XB12Scg (a lowered version), the XB12Ss (Lightning Long), the XB12STT Super TT, and the adventure ‘X’ spec (Ulysses) you see here today.
Per Motorcyclist magazine, Buell himself called the Ulysses an “adventure-sportbike, saying his original design brief was for a touring supermotard. To that end, the Ulysses utilizes sportbike-size 17-inch wheels front and rear, making it more Ducati Multistrada than BMW GS.” The main changes from other XB-bikes was a bigger frame, larger fuel tank (up to 4.4 gallons), relaxed steering geometry, longer swingarm, more suspension travel, and heavier-duty wheels. it also got styling to match with more wind protection, a flat seat, crossbraced handlebar, hand guards, and optional luggage.
Manufactured in June 2006, this example is VIN: 4MZDX03D963704275.
The odometer shows 7,518 miles.
Maintenance:
In preparation for the listing, the seller had us perform a safety inspection. Our service department notes the following on their condition report:
Gas Tank Condition: PASS
Engine Oil Level: Unknown
Engine Oil Quality: Unknown
2T Oil Level: N/A
Coolant Level: N/A
Coolant Quality: N/A
Front Hydraulic Fluid Level: OK
Front Hydraulic Fluid Quality: FAIL
Rear Hydraulic Fluid Level: OK
Rear Hydraulic Fluid Quality: FAIL
Clutch Hydraulic Fluid Level:
Clutch Hydraulic Fluid Quality:
Final Drive Condition:
Headlight High Beam: PASS
Headlight Low Beam: PASS
Passing Light: PASS
Parking Light: PASS
Turn Signals: PASS
Tail Light: PASS
Brake Light (Front Switch): PASS
Brake Light (Rear Switch): PASS
Plate Light: PASS
Horn: PASS
Kill Switch: PASS
Brake Pad % Remaining Front: 75%
Brake Pad % Remaining Rear: 80%
Forks: OK
Shock/s: OK
Tire Date Code Front: 44/12
Tire Date Code Rear: 25/12
Tire % Remaining Front: 75%
Tire % Remaining Rear: 75%
Tire Press. Front: 36
Tire Press. Rear: 38
Battery Standing Voltage: N/A
Charging Voltage @ 4k RPM: N/A
Running Condition: CRANK NO START
Test Ride Completed: N/A
Test Ride Distance: N/A
Notes:
DRAINED BAD GAS 1/4 HOUR
ENGINE DOESNT POP ON ATTEMPTED START
Repair Recommendations:
-OIL/FILTER
-TIRES
-FRONT & REAR BRAKE FLUIDS
-BATTERY
-BELT
-DIAG CRANK NO START/POSSIBLE INJECTORS
Modifications:
Baja Designs Squadron Pro LED auxiliary lights.
Battery tender lead.
Inside of the tank:
It is riding on Michelin Pilot Road 3 tires that have aged out with date codes of 2512 and 4412.
The sale includes two ignition keys, factory luggage, luggage bags, two luggage keys, and the tool kit.
Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album in the “Photos” tab for all known cosmetic blemishes. Here is a selection:
Currently located in Panorama City, California, (please make an appointment for an inspection) this Buell is offered on a clean Montana title. Have any Ulysses stories or questions about this listing? Let us know in the “Comments” tab!
