Buell M2 Cyclone 1200: review, history, specs
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| Buell M2 | |
| Manufacturer | |
|---|---|
| Also called | Cyclone |
| Production | 1997 - 2002 |
| Class | Naked |
| Engine | V-twin, air-cooled, 4-stroke |
| Bore / Stroke | 88.6mm x 88.6mm |
| Compression ratio | 10:1 |
| Top Speed | 126 mph (203 km/h) |
| Horsepower | 93.47 HP (69.7 KW) @ 6100RPM |
| Torque | 83.35 ft/lbs (113.0 Nm) @ 5600RPM |
| Air Filter | K&N BU-1297 `97-02[1] |
| Spark Plug | NGK DCPR7E '98-02 |
| Battery | YUASA YTX20L-BS '98-02 |
| Transmission | Gear box: 5-speed Final Drive: Belt |
| Final Drive | Belt `98-02[2] |
| Suspension | Front: 43mm Showa forks Rear: Showa shock absorber |
| Brakes | Front: Single disc with 6-piston calipers Rear: Single disc with 2-piston calipers |
| Front Tire | 120/70x17 |
| Rear Tire | 170/60x17 |
| Wheelbase | 55.51 inches (1410 mm) |
| Seat Height | 29.49 inches (749 mm) |
| Weight | 434.31 pounds (197.0 Kg) (dry), 197.0 kg (wet) |
| Oil Filter | K&N KN-171[1] |
| Fuel Capacity | 4.99 Gallon (18.90 Liters) |
| Fuel Consumption | 0.60 liters/100 km (166.7 km/l or 392.03 mpg) |
| Manuals | Service Manual |
The Buell M2 Cyclone was a V-twin, air-cooled, 4-stroke Naked motorcycle produced by Buell between 1997 and 2002. It could reach a top speed of 126 mph (203 km/h). Max torque was 83.35 ft/lbs (113.0 Nm) @ 5600 RPM. Claimed horsepower was 93.47 HP (69.7 KW) @ 6100 RPM.
Engine[edit | edit source]
The engine was a air cooled V-twin, air-cooled, 4-stroke. A 88.6mm bore x 88.6mm stroke result in a displacement of just 1203.0 cubic centimeters.
Drive[edit | edit source]
The bike has a 5-speed transmission.
Chassis[edit | edit source]
It came with a 120/70x17 front tire and a 170/60x17 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via Single disc with 6-piston calipers in the front and a Single disc with 2-piston calipers in the rear. The front suspension was a 43mm Showa forks while the rear was equipped with a Showa shock absorber. The M2 Cyclone was fitted with a 4.99 Gallon (18.90 Liters) fuel tank. The bike weighed just 434.31 pounds (197.0 Kg). The wheelbase was 55.51 inches (1410 mm) long.
History[edit | edit source]
The Buell M2 Cyclone was produced from 1997 to 2002. It was in the middle of the Buell line up between the fast and light S1 Lightning and the comfortable but heavier S3 Thunderbolt. The S1 Lightning being the fastest and lightest of the bunch but offered a very narrow seat due to its minimalist approach for weight saving in this sport bike. The S3 Thunderbolt was a touring bike that offered a bigger wider seat and more comfortable riding position but was also a heavier motorcycle. The M2 Cyclone filled the gap between the sport and touring models with a bigger seat than the S1 Lightning and lighter and faster than the S3 Thunderbolt. The M2 was only available with the 1,200cc engine and five-speed transmission. The frame was of the tubular steel type.
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 transmission. 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 disc in the front and a single disc in the rear. The M2 Cyclone was fitted with a 4.99 Gallon (18.90 Liters) fuel tank. The bike weighed just 434.31 pounds (197.0 Kg). The wheelbase was 55.0 inches (1397 mm) long.
2000[edit | edit source]
2000 Buell M2 Cyclone in Yellow
2000 Buell M2 Cyclone in Yellow
2000 Buell M2 Cyclone in Yellow
2000 Buell M2 Cyclone in Yellow
2002 Buell M2 Cyclone[edit | edit source]
The M2 Cyclone was released in 1997 and then revived in 2001. Both have the same 1203cc, V-twin, air cooled, 4 stroke engine, which can develop around 93 horsepower at 6100rpm and a maximum torque of 112 Nm at 5600rpm.
In Media[edit | edit source]
References[edit | edit source]
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 2019 K&L Supply Co Catalog. K&L Supply Co. 2019.
- ↑ 2019 Western Power Sports Catalog. Western Power Sports. 2019.
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