2003 XB9R Firebolt Review - Buell
Reviewed by: Duncan Wigley
Website: http://sportbikes.meetup.com/306
Where do you live: San Dimas, California, U.S.A.
Your height: 5-11
Your weight: 240 lbs.
Manufacturer: Buell
Model: XB9R Firebolt
Model year: 2003
Displacement in CC’s: 984 cc’s
Final drive: Belt
Cost: $ 5,200 (used)
Beginner bike yes/no: No - First street bike (not a beginner)
Reliability 1 to 10: 10
Reliability explained:
The bike is very reliable considering it has over 20,000 miles on it now. I don’t have to worry about a radiator or a chain.
Performance 1 to 10: 9
Performance explained:
The bike has excellent bottom end power and handles perfectly. It was very highly rated in previous reviews in these two categories. I wish it had a little more top-end power.
Comfort 1 to 10: 8
Comfort explained:
It is not very comfortable during long rides and my passenger complains about the seat padding. I think it is made more for shorter riders.
Body looks/quality 1 to 10: 10
Looks/Quality explained:
I like the look of the Firebolt. There are not too many on the road, so it gets a lot of looks. The Jardine pipe helps too. It’s very loud with the pipe, that is where I get the most compliments.
Things that have gone wrong:
The front oil cooler lines rubbed together and sprung a leak. Make sure these do not rub! I replaced the stock headlights with an H.I.D. kit since the stock lights are very dim. Nothing else has gone wrong with the bike, simple maintenance.
Overall summary/Final comments about this bike:
I enjoy riding the bike very much. It is perfect for commuting, splitting lanes, canyons or freeways. The low end power and impressive handling make it a fun bike to ride!
Would you recommend this bike to someone else?: Yes
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