| Author | Message | ||
     Flf150fireman |
Im near tampa fl. And Im looking for someone that can do or help with a 1st service on my 03 xb9s... just passed 1100 miles and looking for help.... on the cheap.. HD dealer wants a arm and leg.. | ||
| Gentleman_jon |
You might want to think about buying the Service Manual, and the Parts book. The Service Manual shows you how to do everything. Parts manual list all the parts and has exploded diagrams that show how everything goes back together. The Buell is relatively easy to work on, and the manual is pretty clear. You need both SAE and Metric tools. If you get stuck, don't hesitate to look in the Knowledge Vault on this site, or post your question on the XB Board. | ||
| Flf150fireman |
I happen to have the service manual for the 03 xb9r on disc, not my 03 xb9s but someone told me there the same except for the plastics. is that true? | ||
| Gentleman_jon |
Not true. The XB9R manual will be useful for many things, but the location of the electrics is under the seat in the S, and in the nose cone in the R, different triple clamps, ignition switch, lighting, foot pegs, and probably some other things. The details of doing the 1000 mile service are pretty simple, basically changing the oil and filter, a few adjustments are the same, if I recall properly - always a long shot!  | ||
| Xring |
I believe a primary chain adjustment and TPS reset are also called for. The primary chain adjustment is easy if you have the instructions (same as XB9R); the TPS reset requires either a dealer to do it or the VDSTS software and cable to use on your own laptop. I bought the VDSTS from Al to do my own 10000 mile service, but am of the opinion that if the bike starts, idles and runs OK you shouldn't worry about the TPS reset. Part of the fun of owning a Buell is doing your own maintenance anyway. The XB series is a marvel of engineering. Good luck, Bill | ||
| Flf150fireman |
whats is a TPS reset? Sorry but im kind of new to the whole thing.. all i do know is that the buell and i both like the twisties... lol | ||
| Xring |
TPS reset is to account for wear on the throttle system. The procedure involves physically setting the throttle plate to fully closed, then using the software to tell the Throttle Position Sensor that the throttle plate is closed. Common symptoms of a TPS reset being needed are poor idle and/or low-rpm hesitation. Bill | ||
| Flf150fireman |
well i try it... all except the tps reset... thank you all... crossing my fingers lol | ||
| Flf150fireman |
One more question.... i set the rear shock to the highest setting,, but wondering if im too big for the bike.. 6'1 260. ( but i am losing weight..) I know i have to set the forks,,, but still researching that one.. P.S. and ive already heard it about the weight thing.. one guy at the fire dept said i should be wearing a fez cause i look like a shriner on it. Of course i told him.... well cant say that on this forum lol | ||
| Gentleman_jon |
Stay on that diet, for sure!! Seriously, anyone over 200 lb.s who wants the bike to handle as well as possible, should seriously consider upgrading his suspension by using heavier springs, and stiffer valving. Buell no longer supplies heavy duty springs for the front forks of the 2003, but a Buell suspension specialist, such as Grandstand Designs, in New Jersey, can rebuild the forks, modify the shocks and put in heavier aftermarket springs for about $325. They also do the same job on the shock. They do this on an exchange basis, so you have no down time. www.grandstanddesigns.com In the meanwhile, check the Knowledge Vault for the Sean Higbee Aggressive Settings for the suspension, and use those. http://www.badweatherbikers.com/buell/messages/142 838/170381.html Buells are very sensitive to suspension set up, and tires. Popular performance tires are Dunlop Qualifiers, Pirelli Diablo Corsa III and Michelin Pilot Powers. Change them in pairs for best results. | ||
| Flf150fireman |
i kind of expected it wouldnt handle that great( or like it should) with the extra weight... but thank you jon great info, as usual.. you ARE a great help.. thanks again | ||
| Flf150fireman |
I should say.. all you guys have been a great help... and i thank you all |
