It’s going to be a bit tougher for the bad guys to run and hide from the police. Instead of coming after you on a big Harley street bike, they may be riding this new Buell Ulysses Police model. The new Buell can go off on those unpaved back roads and trails where a normal police cruiser would be stopped cold. Besides being easier to handle than a normal police bike on tight and twisty streets, they can do the job off road, too. Looks pretty cool.
Buell press release:
NEW BUELL ULYSSES® POLICE OFFERS SPECIAL-DUTY CAPABILITY
Powerful and Agile on Highways or Unpaved Roads
EAST TROY, Wis. – The new Buell Ulysses® Police XB12XP offers government agencies and private security firms a quick and very nimble “special duty” patrol vehicle that is capable of travel over a variety of terrain, from open highways to city streets to unpaved back-country roads.
Based on the versatile Buell Ulysses adventure sportbike, the Ulysses Police features long-travel suspension, generous ground clearance and aggressive tires that allow it to tackle roads too rough or narrow for confident travel in an automobile or on a traditional police motorcycle. On smooth pavement, the Ulysses Police is an agile sport motorcycle. The Ulysses Police can also accommodate a passenger. Available for order through Buell dealers as of Tuesday, May 27 2008, production of the 2009 Ulysses Police is scheduled to begin in August 2008.
Special features of the Ulysses Police include hard-shell top and side cases, each removable and lockable. The side cases are narrower than the standard Ulysses accessory side cases, allowing for more clearance in tight situations. On the Ulysses Police model, the Buell Triple Tail system functions as a luggage rack with tie-down hooks over the rear seat position, or as a cushioned passenger backrest with grab rails. A tall windshield, heated hand grips, and handlebar deflectors are also standard equipment. An available emergency response kit provides a siren and an LED lighting package in three different color configurations (Red/Blue, Red/Red, or Blue/Blue).
The Ulysses Police is powered by an air/oil/fan-cooled, fuel-injected Buell Thunderstorm 1203cc V-Twin engine that delivers 103 peak horsepower. This engine’s broad powerband and abundant torque gives the Ulysses the ability to proceed at lower speeds over uneven or unpaved roads with less gear shifting, and to deliver instant bursts of acceleration. The Ulysses Police has an EPA fuel mileage rating of 51 mpg urban/64 mpg highway*. A Goodyear Hibrex final drive belt with Flexten Plus technology is durable and never needs adjustment or lubrication.
Premium Showa front and rear suspension is fully adjustable. Rear spring preload can be adjusted for passenger and gear weight simply by turning a dial located below the left side of the seat. Suspension travel is 6.5 inches in front and 6.4 inches at the rear. Ground clearance is 6.75 inches.
The Ulysses Police features a 4.4-gallon fuel reservoir integrated into the aluminum frame. The lower center of mass achieved by carrying fuel in the frame, rather than in a tank located high on top of the frame, enhances rider confidence on and off pavement. The muffler is located below the engine to further lower the center of gravity and centralize mass for improved handling in all situations. Low unsprung weight helps keep the tires in contact with uneven road surfaces for improved control. The 17-inch, six-spoke, reinforced cast-aluminum wheels feature a durable rim design, and Pirelli Scorpion Sync tires deliver good traction on paved and unpaved roads. A dual front fender system provides debris protection for the rider and the bike.
The Ulysses Police will be offered in two color choices: Birch White and Midnight Black.
Buell Ulysses Police XB12XP highlights
* Buell Thunderstorm 1203 V-Twin engine
* 103 peak hp @ 6800 rpm (per SAE J607)
* 84 ft. lbs. peak torque @ 6000 rpm (per SAE J607)
* Buell InterActive Exhaust
* DDFI 3 Electronic Fuel Injection ECM
* Eight-row oil cooler with Jiffy-tite fittings
* Dry Weight: 480 pounds fully up-fitted with Emergency Lighting Kit
* Wheelbase: 54 inches (unladen)
* Pirelli Scorpion Sync tires
* Fully adjustable 47mm Showa inverted fork
* Fully adjustable Showa rear shock absorber with remote reservoir
* Buell ZTL front brake
* Double front fender design
* Goodyear Hibrex drive belt with Flexten Plus technology
* Quick-release tall windscreen
* Frame pucks
* Handlebar deflectors
* Triple Tail System (tailrack/backrest)
* 4.4 gallon fuel capacity
* Functional tool kit
* 2 x 12v. power outlets
* Heated hand grips
* Police-specific wiring harness
* Siren and LED pursuit light package (LED lighting options include Red/Red, Red/Blue, and Blue/Blue)
* Removable locking top and side cases
* Birch White and Midnight Black
todd says
The police already use the DRZ400S here in California. I imagine it’s quite a bit easier to handle off-road than this Buell and will top 90mph on the highway.
This reminds me of the Highway Patrol Camaros and special Hyabusa; its real intention is to boost the popularity and recruitment of the force.
-todd
Rick says
It would be nice if the U.S. government used American bikes and cars. Support the country you work for.
Phoebe says
I have to say, it makes a very cool looking police bike!
OTTO MANN says
THIS IS ALL NEW TO ME. I NEVER KNEW, THE LAW HAD DIRT BIKE,S. NOW I’LL HAVE TO LOOK AROUND TREE LIMBS.
OMMAG says
A couple of rocket launchers and it’s good to go for Judge Dread!
chris says
What’s the two-up for? Would be pretty funny to watch two cops coming down the road on one. The Ambiguously gay duo from saturday night live comes to mind.
tom w. says
Cool! The high seat should give excellent visibility. Seems like it’s very suited to police work.
Should be versatile and able to get where they need to go.
I’d certainly rather be on something like this than some of the Harley police bikes I’ve seen.
Best thing for police since the horse.
Chris says
How much, and where can I buy one? The KZ1000P has retained a HUGE used-market following; I imagine this would do the same if it became fairly widespread.
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chappy says
I think it is a good idea (for the cops not for everyone else) as every motorcop I have ever met that rides a BMW can’t stand how many problems the new ones have and though they rave about the Harley’s reliability they are severely limited in their performance and handling.
B*A*M*F says
Following what Chris said, I can’t wait until they’re available used.
John says
ummm todd,
the ulysses does 90+ easy on highway, i have one and i have done it. The off road ability of this bike is phenomenal for a dual sport, it will smoke that DRZ400S
todd says
My point was that the Buell is primarily a road bike. The cops already have a very capable off-road bike with the DRZ. I doubt this bike would be easier to manage policing back roads and fire trails than a DRZ!
-todd
tnmotorcop says
Looks and souonds great…with one exception; Where are the crash bars? If you lay this motor down (which you will), what protects the EXPENSIVE bodywork and YOU?