The new 2000 Buell Firebolt XB9R is here! The specs are as follows:

984cc 2 Valve Motor with and oil cooler and ram air induction.

385 lbs/dry

92 crank hp

80 ft lbs

Downdraft FI

3.5 qts oil in swingarm

Fuel in frame, 3.7 gallons, almost 50 mpg.

52 in wheelbase

21 degrees of rake

5 different seats

Perimeter style brakes w/6 piston calipers

Cost less than a Lightning, price isn't set yet, between 9500 and 10k.

Won't start shipping until around November with good quantities after the first of the year.

Notes:
Rear wheel and swingarm, the swingarm is solid on the other side.
Notice the tensioner for the belt.
Nice clean tailsection, no more big box. Notice the cowling for the pillion seat. There are 5 different seat combos for touring etc. See the logo bottom right? Force cooled, there is a fan in there !
You lookin' at me?! Projector beams.
Downdraft = no more breadbox! Now you see why the fuel had to find another home.

Enjoy! ~Brad