View Full Version : Buell VS. XL Bottom end gearing.


jordan1200
9th June 2009, 02:29
I am converting my 99 xl 883 to a TS. I just bought the parts today off an HD dealer on e-bay.
I was wondering what the tranmission and front and rear sprockets gear ratio's are for bikes such as 1999 Buell M2 (using D grind cams) compared to my XL.

Also,
I am wondering the same thing for the newer Buell's that are using the N4 cams are geared like compared to my XL.

cherrysporter
13th June 2009, 13:08
:FFIRE:Bump

stretch7
3rd July 2009, 19:18
I have an M2 and a 90" Sportster ( converted from 883) I've gone to the 29 tooth front pulley on the Sporty but the Buell still seems a lot higher geared, I'm not sure but I think the engine sprocket is bigger on the Buell. The next time I get to a stealer, I'll find out...
Chris.

aswracing
4th July 2009, 00:45
Primary is 35/56 on the Buell, same as a Sportster of that same vintage.

Transmission is the same as well.

Final drive is 27/61 on the Buell (29/55 on international models ... international models also came with SE bolt-ins). Of the tubers, only the S2 came with 29/61, all the others are 27/61.

Quay
5th July 2009, 03:39
Are gearing options available for current Buell XB's (besides chain drive conversion)?