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Today, 05:50 PM

Cooter replied to a thread `05 XB12R stall at stop/idle - intermittent in Buell Firebolt XB12, XB9

You and me both, brother. Had a young girl come in the shop yesterday wearing a vintage Anthrax concert shirt from Irvine Meadows, CA the late...

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Today, 05:08 PM

Cooter replied to a thread Bought used xb12r clutch problems new to Buell and need advice in Buell Firebolt XB12, XB9

Hello and welcome to the forum! No offense, but is sounds like you aren't a mechanic? So you should take it to one. Where are you located? You...

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Today, 05:03 PM

Cooter replied to a thread `05 XB12R stall at stop/idle - intermittent in Buell Firebolt XB12, XB9

Should be exactly as easy as sending any other file via e-mail. Hit the paper clip button and pick the file. Just like sending a picture to a...

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Today, 04:56 PM

Cooter replied to a thread `05 XB12R stall at stop/idle - intermittent in Buell Firebolt XB12, XB9

I'm with Barrett (as usual). If you want a known starting point, get an ECM from IDS. I don't mess with ECMSpy, and I don't build tunes from scratch....

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Today, 04:49 AM

Cooter replied to a thread 09 ECM solution or symptom in Troubleshooting

Hello! And welcome to the forum:) Sounds like you have a well taken care of Buell with some minor hiccups. But why are you so focused on the fan...

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09-24-2023, 05:52 AM

Cooter replied to a thread Shift linkage in Buell Ulysses XB12x

That explains a lot. Glad you found your issue:up:

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09-19-2023, 09:18 PM

Cooter replied to a thread Shift linkage in Buell Ulysses XB12x

Ya, it will like 90* the best but I've gone one tooth each way in the past without issue? Even backwards for GP shift LOL. Post a pic if you can

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09-19-2023, 07:03 AM

Cooter replied to a thread *NEW* - Upload Photos Of Your Buell in Users' Bikes

I always forget about those guys. They're heavy on FB and I don't do that so... Looks like some very nice XB projects on there! Good to know about...

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09-19-2023, 06:58 AM

Cooter replied to a thread LED Headlight upgrade in Buell Lightning XB12S, XB12Ss, CityX, XB12Scg

Looking good bro!

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09-19-2023, 06:58 AM

Cooter replied to a thread Shift linkage in Buell Ulysses XB12x

The Uly one is for 2" lower pegs, so you'd be having the same problem, the other way. Whats stopping it from going into 1st? I can't picture how...

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09-19-2023, 06:53 AM

Cooter replied to a thread 2009 drive belt for sale in Buell Parts for Sale

Never did like the Free Spirits use of 'free engineering' but I digress, I imagine a not good high pitched whiney noise. You know.... like 34:19. ...

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09-17-2023, 07:08 PM

Cooter replied to a thread LED Headlight upgrade in Buell Lightning XB12S, XB12Ss, CityX, XB12Scg

I saw those but was too afraid of scammy scam scams. It worked out ok off of Wish.com? Is there purchase protection? I've never ordered from them.

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09-17-2023, 07:06 PM

Cooter replied to a thread Buelltooth worth it ? in Buell Lightning XB12S, XB12Ss, CityX, XB12Scg

Glad I can entertain at least one of ya:black_eyed:

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09-17-2023, 07:03 PM

Cooter replied to a thread What goes around comes around in Buell Ulysses XB12x

Great story! Thanks for sharing it:)

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09-17-2023, 07:00 PM

Cooter replied to a thread Belly Pan in Buell Ulysses XB12x

In case you want to get fancy, there are one piece aftermarket carbon fiber replacements as well.

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09-17-2023, 06:58 PM

Cooter replied to a thread *NEW* - Upload Photos Of Your Buell in Users' Bikes

Great looking in race trim. I see you did the low-buck steering damper mod;) One of my favorites! How does the seat work for you? You like it?

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09-16-2023, 09:31 PM

Cooter replied to a thread Buelltooth worth it ? in Buell Lightning XB12S, XB12Ss, CityX, XB12Scg

Well, I know how to make beer pretty cheap. Should I?:very_drunk: Happy Oktoberfest:) I don't think Rev-Mo is hanging out with Besos on his...

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09-16-2023, 09:22 PM

Cooter replied to a thread New to Buells in Buell Firebolt XB12, XB9

'03-'07 are bolt-in easy replacements. The '03 and some early '04 will have a different final drive pulley for the small belt, but yours will swap...

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09-16-2023, 07:40 PM

Cooter replied to a thread Race Buell Improvement Thread in General Motorcycle Chat

I would believe an actual engine builder way before I'd listen to some a-hole on a forum named Cooter, LOL. My personal opinion is to leave race bike...

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09-16-2023, 07:28 PM

Cooter replied to a thread New to Buells in Buell Firebolt XB12, XB9

The XB9 crank has a smaller stroke but since the 12-9 cases are the same go for it. Not sure why you'd want too, you'll end up with very low...

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09-16-2023, 07:20 PM

Cooter replied to a thread Buelltooth worth it ? in Buell Lightning XB12S, XB12Ss, CityX, XB12Scg

It's effectively just a universal Bluetooth module and a 5VDC voltage regulator soldered together. Could you get one from an off-shore source for...

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09-16-2023, 07:14 PM

Cooter replied to a thread LED Headlight upgrade in Buell Lightning XB12S, XB12Ss, CityX, XB12Scg

https://www.amazon.com/KUQIQI-headlight-Motorcycle-Projector-Headlights/dp/B083PZ5GFN

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09-15-2023, 05:59 PM

Cooter replied to a thread Race Buell Improvement Thread in General Motorcycle Chat

Really interested with this thread and the upgrades and personal choices. Suspension: I've found the suspension to be pretty dang good (at my...

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09-14-2023, 05:35 PM

Cooter replied to a thread Transmission Oil in Buell Firebolt XB12, XB9

Yes, since the base oil is all the same, it is the additive package that makes any oil 'specific' for a certain type of engine. API is for cars and...

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09-13-2023, 06:23 PM

Cooter replied to a thread Former Race Buells hiding under tarps? in General Motorcycle Chat

Love that report! Very much looking forward to the next one!

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09-13-2023, 06:21 PM

Cooter replied to a thread Transmission Oil in Buell Firebolt XB12, XB9

IMO, follow the procedure in the Buell service manual with one (well documented) change. The torque spec for the drain plug is incorrectly...

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09-13-2023, 04:33 AM

Cooter replied to a thread Primary drain plug o-ring fraying and front tie rod bolt torque spec in Buell Lightning XB12S, XB12Ss, CityX, XB12Scg

Barretts right, thats probably what it is and not to worry. I never heard of any wazoo proprietary thread sealant for any MFG's, but I would...

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09-12-2023, 04:54 PM

Cooter replied to a thread 6 Axis ABS + XB12? in Buell Lightning XB12S, XB12Ss, CityX, XB12Scg

I agree with ya. The New Buell has done the sum of zero to progress the decade old design of the EBR 1190. It was (and IS) woefully lacking in...

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09-12-2023, 04:41 PM

Cooter replied to a thread Primary drain plug o-ring fraying and front tie rod bolt torque spec in Buell Lightning XB12S, XB12Ss, CityX, XB12Scg

IMHO, Change the swing arm drain plug tightening spec in your manual (Step 2, Page 1-13) from 29-31ft/lbs to the same 11-15ft/lbs (step 3, page 1-23)...

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09-11-2023, 06:19 PM

Cooter replied to a thread Former Race Buells hiding under tarps? in General Motorcycle Chat

Thats awesome! Are you recovered yet? Haha.

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