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Buell XB12XT Ulysses (2005 - 2008)

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Buell XB12XT Ulysses (2005 - 2008)

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Take the rough with the smooth on the adventure sport Ulysses. Not to be outdone by parent company Harley-Davidson, Buell also launched a few new models for 2006.Top of the bill is the all-new Ulysses XB12X, set to go head-to-head with BMW’s R1200GS and take advantage of the boom in ...  Continue reading

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7 user reviews of Buell XB12XT Ulysses (2005 - 2008) See all

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bogin
The best trailly style bike that suits the two of us and satisfies me as a solo bike. A lot of bikes are better at one or other aspect but not one of them ticks both boxes at the same time.Then again i havent t Continue reading...

sparkysparky123
The best bike I've ever owned overall. As a sport bike it's quite capable & off-road it does a fine job if you don't expect too much from it. It is not a dirt bike in any way, shape or form!! The tires are OK f Continue reading...

andy case
really enjoy riding it. quick as you like great 2 up with my daughter fully loaded with tourtech luggage still handles very well, she loves the back rest. Continue reading...

nav18tor
Have had sports bikes, this makes me grin every time I ride it, what more could you ask? Continue reading...

raiderfan
Did me proud from Alaska to Argentina 15k miles in six months without putting a foot wrong. Literally no problems. Couldn't think of a bike I'd have rather taken on the trip. Certainly not a 1200GS given tha Continue reading...
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Individual character, tall seat height, good fun on the right roads.
 
The engine is lumpy at low speeds and clutch is heavy. Front forks are too soft for a traillie, lacks weather protection
  • Price: £8195.00
  • Year: 2005 - 2008
  • Engine capacity: 1203cc
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