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Yesterday, 09:25 PM

lunaticfringe replied to a thread Updated Voltage Regulator Wiring 5 vs 4 wires in Buell Lightning XB12S, XB12Ss, CityX, XB12Scg

after-the-fact info but might help other board members as follows: 2003-2007 inclusive XB voltage regulators(VR's) all the same....2008-2010 VR's...

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Yesterday, 04:37 PM

lunaticfringe replied to a thread 2007 Buell XB12X stalling in Buell Ulysses XB12x

I love it when you talk logical ! knock it off Kenneth! LOL i hope you realize keyboard trouble-shooting is a crap-shoot at best....but if this...

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Yesterday, 03:36 PM

lunaticfringe replied to a thread 2007 Buell XB12X stalling in Buell Ulysses XB12x

it goes like this: if your motor has fuel...compression....timing...and spark....it has no choice. it has to run and run on both cylinders. the...

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07-19-2019, 11:02 PM

lunaticfringe replied to a thread 2007 Buell XB12X stalling in Buell Ulysses XB12x

getting spark, there is fuell pressure, injectors are both giving fuell how have you confirmed this? When I crank it i can rev it but does not...

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07-19-2019, 02:54 PM

lunaticfringe replied to a thread DIY Fix: Fan fuses blowing/Rocker Boxes leaking! *BIG* in Troubleshooting

yes sir always my pleasure. some key information and suggestions for you and all board members in need: 1-the correct key blank is ILCO...

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07-19-2019, 11:00 AM

lunaticfringe replied to a thread DIY Fix: Fan fuses blowing/Rocker Boxes leaking! *BIG* in Troubleshooting

Btw, was only 1 ignition key SOP? "as dealer delivered" all XB's had this factory ignition key set. X...XT....XP unique set for luggage if so...

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07-17-2019, 12:24 PM

lunaticfringe replied to a thread 03 Xb9s 70mph issue in Troubleshooting

your 16 year old pump is failing. you have several choices as below and keep in mind that the 2003-2004 pump was a decent unit but too complex in...

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07-16-2019, 01:50 PM

lunaticfringe replied to a thread primary vent,same as dredd? in Buell Lightning XB12S, XB12Ss, CityX, XB12Scg

NEVER EVER install any "valve" or other sort of device either onto or attached to the primary/trans vent tube. why? because the OEM vent tube is not...

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07-12-2019, 11:01 AM

lunaticfringe replied to a thread Need fuel for a debate in Buell Lightning XB12S, XB12Ss, CityX, XB12Scg

on 4-27-2019 you commenced a thread focusing on a serious handling problem. i responded and told you what was causing it. clearly neither you nor...

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07-11-2019, 12:04 PM

lunaticfringe replied to a thread Clutch Questions in Buell Lightning XB12S, XB12Ss, CityX, XB12Scg

Ed: whether it's muller....kirkland...clutchlite...whatever......i've never found any appreciable improvement and lowered lever pull effort with any...

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07-11-2019, 11:45 AM

lunaticfringe replied to a thread One Taillight not working? in Troubleshooting

Is this just a loose wire in the harness? typically not. classic symptom of faulty bulb or socket corrosion. do this: 1-remove lense....remove...

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07-10-2019, 04:02 PM

lunaticfringe replied to a thread Heat soak shut down. in Buell Firebolt XB12, XB9

it's very simple to diagnose...a bit more complicated to pinpoint. goes like this: 1-when the bike is idling and/or you're cruising along at normal...

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07-09-2019, 01:39 PM

lunaticfringe replied to a thread One more time on ECM in Buell Lightning XB12S, XB12Ss, CityX, XB12Scg

Hey Osvaldo, not specifically criticizing you in the least. being a new board member you clearly have no context or historical perspective on...

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07-09-2019, 01:57 AM

lunaticfringe replied to a thread One more time on ECM in Buell Lightning XB12S, XB12Ss, CityX, XB12Scg

word Josh! as these bikes age gracefully it's now critically important to lube and adjust ALL cables....check for cable fraying at the...

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