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RichMc_09XB12Ss
04-18-2009, 03:27 AM
So far I have done:

Bar-End Mirrors
Breather Re-Route
Open Airbox w/ K&N filter
NGK Iridium plugs
Right-Side Air Scoop
Ceramic Coated headers
Drummer Slip-on

I am very pleased with the results so far. Does anyone have any suggestions for minor mods with major improvements?

Thanks in advance!

Stevenc150
04-18-2009, 04:07 AM
- DIY - Both Headlights On Mod (http://www.buellxb.com/Buell-XB-Forum/Do-It-Yourself-Buell-Mods/Headlight-Mod---Both-Lights-On-w-Hi-Beam)

- Hidden Rear Brake Caliper (http://www.buellxb.com/Buells-for-Sale/Buell-Parts-for-Sale/Brembo-Rear-Brake-Hanger---feeler)

- Turn Signals

- Pazzos. They're expensive, but Awesome! Look Hot and have the adjustability you wish you had when reaching for the stockers.

- Tail Chop, if it's you're thing. DIY Fender Chop (http://www.buellxb.com/Buell-XB-Forum/Buell-Lightning-XB12S-XB12Ss-CityX-XB12Scg/Do-it-yourself-rear-fender-elimination.)

dave_xb12r
04-18-2009, 07:35 AM
Unless you're remapping your ecm or adding a piggyback system, I would put the open airbox back to stock. You're giving the bike a lot more air, making it run WAY lean. This could have negative effects in the long run. It sucks I know, but I'd rather be safe than sorry.

xtremelow
04-18-2009, 01:16 PM
Agree with Dave.

Otherwise I would say some asthetics are next.

Pegs/rearset
Steering stabilizer
Sliders
ASV unbreakable levers
LED incorporated taillight
Turn signals
Carbon Fiber

Americansportbike.com

XBen12
04-19-2009, 12:32 AM
custom map

http://xoptiinside.com/home

horseplay
04-19-2009, 03:36 AM
Sanding mod :)
3 minutes with a sanding bit on a dremel tool. 5 minutes with polishing sandpaper...Done

steve may
04-19-2009, 07:34 AM
Good riding gear!

dave_xb12r
04-19-2009, 10:21 AM
^^^ yeah what steve said!

edipis
04-19-2009, 06:35 PM
Sanding mod
3 minutes with a sanding bit on a dremel tool. 5 minutes with polishing sandpaper...Done

What is the sanding mod?

jsg
04-19-2009, 10:05 PM
What is the sanding mod?

Cheese grater removal

horseplay
04-20-2009, 12:26 AM
Sanding mod is sanding the edge of the Sprocket. I dont have a pic of mine yet..just did it the other day. Take a look at Typeones bike. Subtle but I think it really adds to the appearance of the bike.

horseplay
04-20-2009, 12:29 AM
Typeones bike
http://www.buellxb.com/buell_images/3418_20090419172905_L.jpg

RichMc_09XB12Ss
04-20-2009, 05:49 PM
Thanks for all the info everyone!

I talked with Mike from xoptinside and he said...

"Your ecm on that bike will not allow it to be too lean. It will compensate for the changes. It just will be off scale a little, but not too much.
A remap will make it best."

This eases my fears of doing major damage quickly, but of course I still want to tune it correctly for the best performance and longevity of the engine.

I have an ECMSpy cable on order from ASB. I am by no means a tuning expert, but from reading the documentation, I think it is something that I can handle with the help of their guides.

horseplay: I do like that sanding mod. Do you have a link to instuctions? Is this done with everything in place, or is some disassembly required?

Stevenc150
04-20-2009, 07:42 PM
I do like that sanding mod. Do you have a link to instuctions? Is this done with everything in place, or is some disassembly required?
Polished Sprocket (http://www.buellxb.com/Buell-XB-Forum/Buell-Lightning-XB12S-XB12Ss-CityX-XB12Scg/Thanks-to-Typeone-and-LeFox) ;)[up]

dameat
04-22-2009, 10:51 PM
Here are some of the things I've done to my bike;

Micron full exhaust system
Brembo rear caliper
Front and rear wavy/scalloped rotors
Sato rear sets
Rizoma mirrors
Pizzo cat eye turn signals
Pizzo levers
Thermometer dipstick
Ultimate air box
Re-routed breather lines
Front pulley cover
Pulley tensioner
Rear fender
http://www.buellxb.com/buell_images/3161_20090414103455_L.jpghttp://www.buellxb.com/buell_images/3161_20090414103359_L.jpghttp://www.buellxb.com/buell_images/3161_20090202151127_L.jpghttp://www.buellxb.com/buell_images/3161_20090202151016_L.jpg

horseplay
04-23-2009, 01:23 AM
No disassembly. I used a dremel tool with a sanding bit. You have to be careful not to nick the belt but as long as you dont have turrets syndrome you should be fine. The belt sits back slightly on the sprocket. Do a small section (3 inches or so) and roll the bike forward to get the perfect angle. After the dremel I used polishing paper (not sure of the grit 1500?) to smooth out any irregularities.

The entire mod took 15-20 minutes.

dameat
04-23-2009, 01:27 AM
Did you spray anything on (clear coat) once finished?

horseplay
04-23-2009, 01:35 AM
No I havent. If it discolors Ill just use some polishing paper on it again. It hasnt yet at allhttp://www.buellxb.com/buell_images/3418_20090422183332_L.jpg

typeone
04-23-2009, 01:04 PM
how about a new faceplate (http://www.pdgmoto.com)? :D

thnx for the props, horseplay! bikes look great, guys [up]

meetch
04-23-2009, 07:45 PM
Removing the belt guards and the sanding mod is probably the best appearance mod you can do...