2005 Buell Firebolt: Maintenance 1-7
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Table 1-2. Quick Reference Maintenance Chart
ITEM SERVICED SPECIFICATION DATA
Engine oil and filter Drain plug torque Apply Loctite 565 Thread Sealant and reinstall
plug and tighten to 29-31 ft-lbs (40-42 Nm)
Oil capacity 2.5 quarts (2.4 liters) and includes the 4.0 ounces
(0.12 liter) poured into the filter
Filter Hand tighten 1/2-3/4 turn after gasket contact
Black filter part number 63806-00Y
Primary chain tension Deflection with hot engine 1/4-3/8 in. (6.4-9.5 mm)
Deflection with cold engine 3/8-1/2 in. (9.5-12.7 mm)
Chain tensioner nut torque 20-25 ft-lbs (27-34 Nm)
Primary chain inspection cover torque 40-60
in-lbs
(5-7 Nm)
Primary chain lubricant Lubricant capacity SPORT-TRANS FLUID (Part No. 98854-96 as
required until fluid level is even with bottom of
clutch diaphragm spring
Primary chaincase drain plug torque Apply Loctite 565 Thread Sealant and reinstall
plug and tighten to 11-15 ft-lbs (14.9-20.3 Nm)
Clutch adjustment Free play at adjuster screw clockwise 1/4-1/2 turn
Free play at hand lever 1/16-1/8 in. (1.6-3.2 mm)
Clutch inspection cover torque 84-108
in-lbs
(10-12 Nm)
Transmission lubricant Lubricant level SPORT-TRANS FLUID (Part No. 98854-96 as
required until fluid level is even with bottom of
clutch diaphragm spring
Tire condition and pressure Pressure for solo rider Front: 36 psi (248 kPa)
Rear: 38 psi (262 kPa)
Pressure for rider and passenger Same as Solo
Wear Replace tire if 1/32 in. (0.8 mm) or less of tread
pattern remains
Brake fluid reservoir level D.O.T. hydraulic brake fluid part numbers 99953-99A (12 oz.) 99973-05 (gal.).
Proper fluid level 1/8 in. (3.2 mm) from the top
Master cylinder reservoir cover torque 9-13
in-lbs
(1.0-1.5 Nm)
Brake pad linings and discs Minimum brake pad thickness 0.040 in. (1.0 mm) or less
Minimum brake disc thickness 0.18 in. (4.5 mm) or less
Drive belt Replace drive belt and idler pulley
assembly:
At every 25,000 mi (40,000 km) service interval.
Intake cover assembly Intake cover screw torque 12-36
in-lbs
(4-4 Nm)
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