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{{Infobox Motorcycle
{{Motorcycle
|name            = Buell S2
|name            = Buell S2 Thunderbolt
|image            = [[File:Buell-S2-Thunderbolt.jpg|frameless|Buell S2 Thunderbolt]]
|photo=Buell-S2-Thunderbolt.jpg
|aka              = Thunderbolt
|aka              = Thunderbolt
|manufacturer    = [[Buell]]
|manufacturer    = Buell
|parent_company  =
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The '''Buell S2 Thunderbolt''' was a v2, [[four-stroke]] touring [[motorcycle]] produced between 1997 and 2002. It could reach a top speed of 129 mph (208 km/h). Max [[torque]] was 89.99 ft/lbs (122.0 Nm) @ 5500 RPM. Claimed [[horsepower]] was 98.83 HP (73.7 KW) @ 6000 RPM.
 
Two-seater [[motorcycle]] with [[Buell RW750 Road Warrior|Road Warrior]] based chassis and [[Sportster]] engine.  The S2T Thunderbolt (1995–1996) was a touring version, with saddlebags. The S2 was inexpensive to develop (around $100,000), and 1400 units were sold in the first year&mdash;well over the 300 units Buell had projected.<ref name="cw0510">{{cite news|title=The Demise of the Buell Motorcycle Company|last=Anderson|first=Steve|date=2010-05|work=[[Cycle World]]|accessdate=24 March 2010}}</ref>
 
 
 
==Engine==
The engine was a [[air cooled]] v2, four-stroke. A 88.8mm [[bore]] x 96.8mm [[stroke]] result in a [[displacement]] of just 1203.0 cubic centimeters. The engine featured a 10.0:1 [[compression ratio]]. 
 
==Drive==
The bike has a 5-speed [[transmission]]. The [[final drive]] was via [[belt]]. 
 
==Chassis==
It came with a 120/70-zr17 front [[tire]] and a 170/60-zr17 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via single disc in the front and a single disc in the rear. The S3T Thunderbolt was fitted with a 5.39 Gallon (20.40 Liters) fuel tank. The bike weighed just 465.18 pounds (211.0 Kg). The wheelbase was 55.0 inches (1397 mm) long. 
 
 
==1995==
[[Image:1995-Buell-S2T-Red-5438-0.jpg|left|thumb|1995 Buell S2T in Red]]
[[Image:1995-Buell-S2T-Red-5438-1.jpg|left|thumb|1995 Buell S2T in Red]]
[[Image:1995-Buell-S2T-Red-5438-2.jpg|left|thumb|1995 Buell S2T in Red]]
[[Image:1995-Buell-S2T-Red-5438-3.jpg|left|thumb|1995 Buell S2T in Red]]
[[Image:1995-Buell-S2T-Red-5438-4.jpg|left|thumb|1995 Buell S2T in Red]]
[[Image:1995-Buell-S2T-Red-5438-5.jpg|left|thumb|1995 Buell S2T in Red]]
[[Image:1995-Buell-S2T-Red-5438-6.jpg|left|thumb|1995 Buell S2T in Red]]
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==In Media==
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/sliders#buell-thunderbolt Sliders]
 
==References==
{{reflist}}
 
 
{{Buell}}
[[Category:Buell motorcycles|S2]]
[[Category:1990s motorcycles]]
[[Category:2000s motorcycles]]
 
{{Infobox Motorcycle
|name            = '''Buell S2 Thunderbolt'''
|image            =
|aka              =
|manufacturer    = [[Buell]]
|parent_company  =
|parent_company  =
|production      = 1994
|production      = 1994
|model_year      =
|model_year      =
|predecessor      =
|predecessor      = [[Buell S1]]
|successor        =
|successor        = [[Buell S3]]
|class            = [[Naked]]
|class            = Naked
|engine          = air-cooled, four-stroke, 45-degree V-Twin, [[pushrod]] OHV, 2 valves per cylinder
|engine          = air-cooled, four-stroke, 45-degree V-Twin, [[pushrod]] OHV, 2 valves per cylinder
|bore_stroke      = 88.9mm x 88.9mm
|bore_stroke      = 88.9mm x 88.9mm
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|related          =
|related          =
|competition      =
|competition      =
|air_filter={{airfilter|K&N BU-1297}} `98-02<ref name="kl_2019">{{cite book|title=2019 K&L Supply Co Catalog|publisher=[https://www.klsupply.com/ K&L Supply Co]|date=2019}}</ref>
}}
}}


The '''[[Buell]] S2 Thunderbolt''' was a air-cooled, four-stroke, 45-degree V-Twin, pushrod OHV, 2 valves per cylinder Naked [[motorcycle]] produced by [[Buell]] in 1994. Max [[torque]] was 65.65 ft/lbs (89.0 Nm) @ 5500 RPM. Claimed [[horsepower]] was 76.04 HP (56.7 KW) @ 5200 RPM.   
The '''[[Buell]] S2 Thunderbolt''' was a air-cooled, four-stroke, 45-degree V-Twin, pushrod OHV, 2 valves per cylinder Naked [[motorcycle]] produced by [[Buell]] in 1994. Max [[torque]] was 65.65 ft/lbs (89.0 Nm) @ 5500 RPM. Claimed [[horsepower]] was 76.04 HP (56.7 KW) @ 5200 RPM.   
Two-seater [[motorcycle]] with [[Buell RW750 Road Warrior|Road Warrior]] based chassis and [[Sportster]] engine.  The S2T Thunderbolt (1995–1996) was a touring version, with saddlebags. The S2 was inexpensive to develop (around $100,000), and 1400 units were sold in the first year&mdash;well over the 300 units Buell had projected.<ref name="cw0510">{{cite news|title=The Demise of the Buell Motorcycle Company|last=Anderson|first=Steve|date=2010-05|work=[[Cycle World]]|accessdate=24 March 2010}}</ref>


==Engine==
==Engine==
A 88.9mm [[bore]] x 88.9mm [[stroke]] result in a [[displacement]] of just 1203.0 cubic centimeters.   
The engine was a [[air cooled]] v2, four-stroke. A 88.8mm [[bore]] x 96.8mm [[stroke]] result in a [[displacement]] of just 1203.0 cubic centimeters. The engine featured a 10.0:1 [[compression ratio]].   


==Drive==
==Drive==
The bike has a 5-speed, manual transmission. Power was moderated via the wet multi-disc, manual.   
The bike has a 5-speed, manual transmission. Power was moderated via the wet multi-disc, manual.  The [[final drive]] was via [[belt]].   


==Chassis==
==Chassis==
It came with a 120/70 ZR17 front [[tire]] and a 170/60 ZR17 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via single 340mm disc, 6-piston caliper in the front and a single 230mm disc, 2-piston caliper in the rear. The front suspension was a  40mm Showa adjustable telescopic fork while the rear was equipped with a Showa adjustable mono-shock.   
It came with a 120/70 ZR17 front [[tire]] and a 170/60 ZR17 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via single 340mm disc, 6-piston caliper in the front and a single 230mm disc, 2-piston caliper in the rear. The front suspension was a  40mm Showa adjustable telescopic fork while the rear was equipped with a Showa adjustable mono-shock.   
==1995==
[[Image:1995-Buell-S2T-Red-5438-0.jpg|left|thumb|1995 Buell S2T in Red]]
[[Image:1995-Buell-S2T-Red-5438-1.jpg|left|thumb|1995 Buell S2T in Red]]
[[Image:1995-Buell-S2T-Red-5438-2.jpg|left|thumb|1995 Buell S2T in Red]]
[[Image:1995-Buell-S2T-Red-5438-3.jpg|left|thumb|1995 Buell S2T in Red]]
[[Image:1995-Buell-S2T-Red-5438-4.jpg|left|thumb|1995 Buell S2T in Red]]
[[Image:1995-Buell-S2T-Red-5438-5.jpg|left|thumb|1995 Buell S2T in Red]]
[[Image:1995-Buell-S2T-Red-5438-6.jpg|left|thumb|1995 Buell S2T in Red]]
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==1994 Buell S2 Thunderbolt==
==1994 Buell S2 Thunderbolt==
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The 1994 MY Buell S2 Thunderbolt has, at its heart, an air-cooled, four-stroke, 1203cc, 45-degree V-Twin powerplant paired to a five-speed manual transmission and can produce a claimed 76 horsepower and 90 Nm of torque.
The 1994 MY Buell S2 Thunderbolt has, at its heart, an air-cooled, four-stroke, 1203cc, 45-degree V-Twin powerplant paired to a five-speed manual transmission and can produce a claimed 76 horsepower and 90 Nm of torque.


Also, this machine has standard fittings such as a half-fairing with a small windscreen, an analogue instrument cluster, an one-piece, dual seat, cast-aluminium wheels, an under-belly exhaust system, a 40mm Show adjustable telescopic fork, a Showa adjustable mono-shock as a rear suspension, front and rear disc brakes and a single, square headlight.
Also, this machine has standard fittings such as a half-fairing with a small windscreen, an analogue instrument cluster, an one-piece, dual seat, cast-aluminum wheels, an under-belly exhaust system, a 40mm Show adjustable telescopic fork, a Showa adjustable mono-shock as a rear suspension, front and rear disc brakes and a single, square headlight.


[[Category:Naked motorcycles]]
[[Category:Naked motorcycles]]
[[Category:Buell motorcycles]]
[[Category:Buell motorcycles]]
[[Category:1990s motorcycles]]
[[Category:1990s motorcycles]]
[[Category:Motorcycles needing images]]
{{Infobox Motorcycle
|name            = '''Buell Thunderbolt'''
|image            =
|aka              = S3 Thunderbolt, S3T Thunderbolt
|manufacturer    = [[Buell]]
|parent_company  =
|production      = 1997 - 2002
|model_year      =
|predecessor      =
|successor        =
|class            = [[Naked]]
|engine          = v2, four-stroke
|bore_stroke      = 88.8mm x 96.8mm
|compression      = 10.0:1
|top_speed        = 129 mph (208 km/h)
|power            = 98.83 HP (73.7 KW) @ 6000RPM
|torque          = 89.99 ft/lbs (122.0 Nm) @ 5500RPM
|ignition        =
|spark_plug      =
|battery          = 10.0:1
|transmission    = Gear box: 5-speed <br>
Final Drive: belt <br>
Clutch: wet multi-disc, manual <br>
|frame            =
|suspension      =Front: 40mm Showa adjustable upside-down fork <br>
Rear: Showa adjustable mono-shock
|brakes          =Front: single disc <br>Rear: single disc
|front_tire      = {{tire|120/70-zr17}}
|rear_tire    = {{tire|170/60-zr17}}
|rake_trail      =
|wheelbase        = 55.0 inches (1397 mm)
|length          =
|width            =
|height          =
|seat_height      = 31.5 inches (800 mm)
|dry_weight      = 465.18 pounds (211.0 Kg)
|wet_weight      = 235.0 kg
|fuel_capacity    = 5.39 Gallon (20.40 Liters)
|oil_capacity    =
|fuel_consumption = 0.59 litres/100 km (169.5 km/l or 398.68 mpg)
|turning_radius  =
|related          =
|competition      =
}}


The '''[[Buell]] S3T Thunderbolt''' was a v2, [[four-stroke]] Naked [[motorcycle]] produced by [[Buell]] between 1997 and 2002. It could reach a top speed of 129 mph (208 km/h). Max [[torque]] was 89.99 ft/lbs (122.0 Nm) @ 5500 RPM. Claimed [[horsepower]] was 98.83 HP (73.7 KW) @ 6000 RPM. 


==Engine==
The engine was a [[air cooled]] v2, four-stroke. A 88.8mm [[bore]] x 96.8mm [[stroke]] result in a [[displacement]] of just 1203.0 cubic centimeters. 


==Drive==
The bike has a 5-speed transmission. Power was moderated via the wet multi-disc, manual. 


==Chassis==
==In Media==
It came with a 120/70-zr17 front [[tire]] and a 170/60-zr17 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via single disc in the front and a single disc in the rear. The front suspension was a  40mm Showa adjustable upside-down fork while the rear was equipped with a Showa adjustable mono-shock. The S3T Thunderbolt was fitted with a 5.39 Gallon (20.40 Liters) fuel tank. The bike weighed just 465.18 pounds (211.0 Kg). The wheelbase was 55.0 inches (1397 mm) long. 
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/sliders#buell-thunderbolt Sliders]


==1997 Buell S3T Thunderbolt==
==References==
[[File:buell-thunderbolt-1997-1997-1.jpg|600px|1997 Buell S3T Thunderbolt]]
{{reflist}}
[[File:buell-thunderbolt-1997-1997-0_F0iTYdx.jpg|600px|1997 Buell S3T Thunderbolt]]


The 1997 MY Buell S3T Thunderbolt is the long-haul oriented version of the naked machine, and comes, unlike the base model, standard with color-matching side panniers, fairing lowers, touring handlebars and touring foot pegs. The engine and the innards of the machine remain the same as the base model.


At its heart lies an air-cooled, four-stroke, 1203cc, 45-degree V-Twin powerplant paired to a five-speed manual transmission with a low-maintenance, Kevlar-reinforced belt drive, that can reach a maximum power output of 101 horsepower and 90 Nm of torque.
{{Buell}}
 
[[Category:Buell motorcycles|S2]]
 
[[Category:1990s motorcycles]]
==1997 Buell S3 Thunderbolt==
[[File:buell-thunderbolt-1997-1997-0.jpg|600px|1997 Buell S3 Thunderbolt]]
 
The S3 Thunderbolt from American manufacturer Buell is a powerful naked machine that is mainly addressed for riders who expect high levels of performance from their machine. It comes with a half-fairing with a small windscreen, die-cast aluminium wheels, an under-belly exhaust system, an one-piece, dual seat, an analogue and digital instrument cluster, a 40mm Showa adjustable upside-down fork coupled to a Showa adjustable mono-shock in the rear and a large, 340mm front disc brake with a 6-piston caliper.
 
Also, it boasts a maximum power output of 101 horsepower and 90 Nm of torque from its air-cooled, four-stroke, 1203cc, 45-degree V-Twin powerplant that is mated to a five-speed manual transmission with a Kevlar-reinforced belt final drive.
 
 
==In Media==
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/sliders#buell-thunderbolt Sliders]
 
[[Category:Naked motorcycles]]
[[Category:Buell motorcycles]]
[[Category:2000s motorcycles]]
[[Category:2000s motorcycles]]
[[Category:1990s motorcycles]]
[[Category:Motorcycles needing images]]
[[Category:Multiple Infoboxes]]

Latest revision as of 20:11, 23 November 2019

Buell-S2-Thunderbolt.jpg
Buell S2 Thunderbolt
Manufacturer
Also called Thunderbolt
Production 1994
Class Naked
Predecessor Buell S1
Successor Buell S3
Engine
air-cooled, four-stroke, 45-degree V-Twin, pushrod OHV, 2 valves per cylinder
Bore / Stroke 88.9mm x 88.9mm
Compression ratio 10.0:1
Horsepower 76.04 HP (56.7 KW) @ 5200RPM
Torque 65.65 ft/lbs (89.0 Nm) @ 5500RPM
Air Filter K&N BU-1297 `98-02[1]
Transmission Gear box: 5-speed, manual

Final Drive: belt

Clutch: wet multi-disc, manual
Suspension Front: 40mm Showa adjustable telescopic fork
Rear: Showa adjustable mono-shock
Brakes Front: single 340mm disc, 6-piston caliper
Rear: single 230mm disc, 2-piston caliper
Front Tire 120/70 ZR17
Rear Tire 170/60 ZR17
Weight 200.0 kg (wet)
Manuals Service Manual


The Buell S2 Thunderbolt was a air-cooled, four-stroke, 45-degree V-Twin, pushrod OHV, 2 valves per cylinder Naked motorcycle produced by Buell in 1994. Max torque was 65.65 ft/lbs (89.0 Nm) @ 5500 RPM. Claimed horsepower was 76.04 HP (56.7 KW) @ 5200 RPM.


Two-seater motorcycle with Road Warrior based chassis and Sportster engine. The S2T Thunderbolt (1995–1996) was a touring version, with saddlebags. The S2 was inexpensive to develop (around $100,000), and 1400 units were sold in the first year—well over the 300 units Buell had projected.[2]


Engine[edit | edit source]

The engine was a air cooled v2, four-stroke. A 88.8mm bore x 96.8mm stroke result in a displacement of just 1203.0 cubic centimeters. The engine featured a 10.0:1 compression ratio.

Drive[edit | edit source]

The bike has a 5-speed, manual transmission. Power was moderated via the wet multi-disc, manual. The final drive was via belt.

Chassis[edit | edit source]

It came with a 120/70 ZR17 front tire and a 170/60 ZR17 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via single 340mm disc, 6-piston caliper in the front and a single 230mm disc, 2-piston caliper in the rear. The front suspension was a 40mm Showa adjustable telescopic fork while the rear was equipped with a Showa adjustable mono-shock.


1995[edit | edit source]

1995 Buell S2T in Red
1995 Buell S2T in Red
1995 Buell S2T in Red
1995 Buell S2T in Red
1995 Buell S2T in Red
1995 Buell S2T in Red
1995 Buell S2T in Red



1994 Buell S2 Thunderbolt[edit | edit source]

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The 1994 MY Buell S2 Thunderbolt has, at its heart, an air-cooled, four-stroke, 1203cc, 45-degree V-Twin powerplant paired to a five-speed manual transmission and can produce a claimed 76 horsepower and 90 Nm of torque.

Also, this machine has standard fittings such as a half-fairing with a small windscreen, an analogue instrument cluster, an one-piece, dual seat, cast-aluminum wheels, an under-belly exhaust system, a 40mm Show adjustable telescopic fork, a Showa adjustable mono-shock as a rear suspension, front and rear disc brakes and a single, square headlight.



In Media[edit | edit source]

References[edit | edit source]

  1. 2019 K&L Supply Co Catalog. K&L Supply Co. 2019. 
  2. Anderson, Steve. "The Demise of the Buell Motorcycle Company", Cycle World, 2010-05. Retrieved on 24 March 2010.