Looking to finally Purchase

[wildfirexb12]

So I've been playing with the idea of finally getting my first buell. I've found a few that I really have my eyes on but I have a question for all of you. I'm 5'11" and I'm wondering if it would be worth it for me to wait and find an xb12ss in my pricerange or if I should just go for the xb12s. My inseam is only 30" so I have kinda stumpy legs and a long torso. Thanks for all of your help in advance.

 

[Stevenc150]

The SCG is the "lowered model." You might try for one of those.

 

[jsg]

I'm 5'10" with a 30" inseam too and I bought a scg in september only because there was no S anymore in 09. The Scg (I did put the S seat on it)is actually perfect in hight for my inseam I can flat foot it no problem, the S wasn't much of a problem either so I say go for the S or Scg instead of waiting for a Ss unless you want extended fuel range then go for the Ss

 

[squiers007]

Im 5'10" with the a 31" inseam and can sit(not stand) flat footed over my 03' XB9R, so I dont think you will have any problems with the S.

 

[wildfirexb12]

What do ya'll think of the ss model, I'm kinda gravitated towards it because I have a longer torso and arms and wouldn't feel so scrunched up reaching for the bars(and the extra fuel capacity). and btw, thanks for all your help so far

 

[Diabelchen]

The Ss is longer at the rear, the distance between the bars and the front seat doesn't change.

I have a modified S (rear shock absorber and seat from the Scg), but tried the Scg, normal S, Ss, XT and 1125 R. The distance doesn't change a lot for any of them (depends in fact of the bars).

 

[jsg]

And with the 09 taller suspension you might be challenged a bit. Like I said the only advantage to the Ss is extended fuel range and for 2 up riding. I triied an 08 Ss and it was fine but to me the look of the bike is very important and since I'm really picky I prefer the S look so I waited for my 09 to show up.

 

[Diabelchen]

Handling in curves is a little bit better with S and Scg than with Ss.

 

[bpd5002]

I'm 5'11" with a 30" inseam. I went for an STT with a 2 up seat kit (read Ss). I don't mind not being able to flat foot it. I kinda just lean on my left foot when stopped. Plus, my girl digs being able to fit on the back[smirk]