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06-22-2022, 11:58 AM

Barrett replied to a thread Sad, but true. in General Motorcycle Chat

Nade=Word! Lemmy's nothing more than a carnival-barker....the Jim Cramer of the motorcycling world. Has cubicle drones compose his op-eds for him...

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06-21-2022, 12:00 PM

Barrett replied to a thread N0012.1AAA Clutch cable wireform in Buell Firebolt XB12, XB9

I keep new ones in stock.

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06-20-2022, 03:33 PM

Barrett replied to a thread Newbie? in Buell Ulysses XB12x

Go to banner atop this page...click forum...start to scroll. Classified covers parts, bikes, more.

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06-20-2022, 01:15 AM

Barrett replied to a thread Trouble finding neutral in Troubleshooting

The bike came with aftermarket levers. Is it possible the clutch lever is to blame? YES. What's the distance between lever tip and perch tip in...

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06-19-2022, 01:11 PM

Barrett replied to a thread The engine shuts off during the ride in Buell Lightning XB12S, XB12Ss, CityX, XB12Scg

Sir: This scenario is becoming more frequent as these bikes continue to age. In all probability, it's an electrical gremlin causing an intermittent...

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06-18-2022, 01:58 PM

Barrett replied to a thread 2005 fireboltXB12R enige stops running in Troubleshooting

Unable to decipher your trouble-shooting or failure-scenario jibberish....but simple to narrow down and resolve with simple answer. When this thing...

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06-18-2022, 01:50 PM

Barrett replied to a thread 2003 XB9R in great shape 6k miles sitting for 5-6 yers in Buell Firebolt XB12, XB9

Sir: I deal with these Garage Queens on a weekly basis. Your project is near 20 years old now and been sitting unused for several years. Your...

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06-16-2022, 11:59 AM

Barrett replied to a thread Buell xb9 chop in Buell Firebolt XB12, XB9

Engine Manufacturing Number reveals Originally installed in XB-R Firebolt model Manufactured at Pilgrim Road Menomonee Falls engine facility...

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06-15-2022, 12:57 AM

Barrett replied to a thread Weak prime in Troubleshooting

A failing fuel pump will most times exhibit nearly all the symptoms you just described. Included will be occasional excessive amp draw harming the...

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06-12-2022, 08:49 PM

Barrett replied to a thread piston rings in Buell Lightning XB12S, XB12Ss, CityX, XB12Scg

Many variables here. If the cylinder liner gives little to no indication of having been hot-spotted...and the rings still appear and feel as if they...

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06-10-2022, 12:38 PM

Barrett replied to a thread Do You Carry a Spare Belt in Buell Ulysses XB12x

Hey Ward: How have you been? I remember you posting up this travel suggestion a few years ago....you might have been on an extended trip or...

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06-07-2022, 11:09 PM

Barrett replied to a thread New to me 08 XB12ss tuning in Buell Lightning XB12S, XB12Ss, CityX, XB12Scg

Sir: Many perfectly fine stock ECM's have been destroyed at the hands of well-intended "tuners". A few accurate reliable 2008 XB12 "race map" tunes...

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06-03-2022, 10:45 PM

Barrett replied to a thread Checking Static Timing without ECMSpy in Troubleshooting

JP: I don't know what this is all about but can't make it simpler than the below, if you're not using SPY. Pull both spark plugs to relieve the...

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06-01-2022, 12:14 PM

Barrett replied to a thread Do You Carry a Spare Belt in Buell Ulysses XB12x

Carrying spare parts is never a "bad idea" and typically rewards with peace-of-mind. If you pursue this spare belt idea, store a decent USED one in...

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05-31-2022, 11:57 AM

Barrett replied to a thread Replacement bolts for fork lower triple clamp? in Buell Lightning XB12S, XB12Ss, CityX, XB12Scg

I as well, Josh. Regular trips to the factory also enjoyable. Great way to bump into some legendary people just hanging about.

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05-27-2022, 01:30 PM

Barrett replied to a thread ignition control module vs ignition sensor? 07 xb12r in Buell Lightning XB12S, XB12Ss, CityX, XB12Scg

All signs point to a failing CPS assembly. Bike is 15+ years old. Possible electrical gremlin lurking elsewhere but if in my shop...CPS is getting...

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05-26-2022, 12:45 PM

Barrett replied to a thread 2008 Primary Cover Gasket Set in Buell Ulysses XB12x

My pleasure. Part # ending in KF is the primary cover full gasket "kit". Had typed in that K but looks like it didn't take on here. Shocker. And...

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05-25-2022, 10:38 PM

Barrett replied to a thread 2008 Primary Cover Gasket Set in Buell Ulysses XB12x

Never had much luck with JIMS, or Jim's. In case other board members are interested, JAMES gaskets are outstanding and competitively priced. ALL...

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05-25-2022, 03:58 PM

Barrett replied to a thread Low AFV - seems to be after short ride after reset in Troubleshooting

NO mention of mods if any....mileage....and value used for AFV "reset". Your ECM is receiving values it doesn't like and interpreting same as either...

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