| Author | Message | ||
     Loyal0ne |
just bought new XB12Ss...is the idle usually a little low and lobie during initial break in ~900-1000RPMs? does it fluctuate a little or it is supposed to be pretty smooth? one more question, does the gas tank/frame seem to heat up a decent amount during normal riding - if i was wearing shorts it probably would have felt pretty hot on my legs. i mean i could still feel it through my jeans. any and all help appreciated, thank you. | ||
| Cataract2 |
Idle should be around 1050-1150 RPM. Just up yours a bit and it will help. When your moving it stays nice and cool. I've found the only time that it get's a bit warm is in stop and go traffic. Otherwise, you'll never notice it. | ||
| Fullpower |
if a "harley mechanic" was working on your bike, the idle is likely set low. find the little adjuster just below triple clamps on left side next to air scoop, adjust with 3/16 allen wrench. set to 1100 hot. too high will result in rpm hanging a bit before return to idle, too low and it will run rough, and start hard. | ||
| Bonesbuell |
my 9s had simular problem, just needs tweeking. Howz the SS long model? Still waiting for my local dealers to receive one! Extra leg room? I'm hoping I'll be able to stretch the legs a bit more... comfort over performance. | ||
| Loyal0ne |
i like it a lot. ive only put on about 100 miles so far, and still same tank of gas with no light yet. i guess that extra 3/4 of a gallon helps out  . but its real comfortable. the seat is pretty good too, soft and gel-like. But with my issue, i think ill up the idle a tad and see if it smooths out some. Still wondering about the heat coming off the gas tank though...seems to be quite a bit  | ||
| Tunes |
...Also remember, the engine is new and "tight"... therefore it's gonna run a little hotter until the parts wear in... Riding the bike following the recommended break-in procedure will produce more heat. Once the bike is broken in, you can ride it normally. Then you'll notice a difference in the heat (or lack thereof). |
