CCM Roadster vs Buell XB12Ss Lightning Long (2020)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the CCM Roadsterstacks up against the Buell XB12Ss Lightning Long. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | CCM Roadster | Buell XB12Ss Lightning Long |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2020 | 2010 |
| Price | $11,499 | $10,299 |
| Engine | 1202 cc | 1203 cc |
| Horsepower | 67 hp | 103 hp |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Weight | 250 kg | 181 kg |
| Seat height | 31 mm | 33 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 3.3 L | 4.4 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | 6-speed | 5-speed |
| Front brakes | Single disc. Dual-piston. Optional ABS. | Single disc. ZTL2-type brake, 8-piston, 4 pads, fixed caliper, 375 mm single-sided, inside out, stainless steel, floating rotor |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Dual-piston. Optional ABS. | Single disc. Two-piston, direct mount caliper; stainless steel, fixed rotor |
| Tires | 120/70-R19 / 150/70-R18 | 120/70-ZR17 / 180/55-ZR17 |
CCM Roadster vs Buell XB12Ss Lightning Long — which should you buy?
Picking between the CCM Roadster and the Buell XB12Ss Lightning Long usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the CCM Roadster brings 67 hp in a 250 kg package, while the Buell XB12Ss Lightning Long counters with 103 hp at 181 kg. On price, the Buell XB12Ss Lightning Long has the lower MSRP.
Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: