Buell 2007 LIGHTNING Service Manual

2007 Buell Lightning: Chassis 2-47
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6. See Figure 2-67. Move the fork assembly from the hold-
ing tool and compress fork in the FORK SPRING COM-
PRESSION TOOL.
NOTES
● FORK SPRING COMPRESSING TOOL (HD-45966)
comes with a cup and screw that are for FLT models only
and not to be used with Buell.
● When using the FORK SPRING COMPRESSING TOOL
be sure not to bind the outer fork tube on the tool.
7. See Figure 2-68. Hold damper rod assembly (3) and
remove fork cap (1).
NOTE
Careful not to damage preload pins while holding damper rod
assembly.
8. Remove preload washer (4) and slider piston (5).
9. See Figure 2-67. Expand fork and remove from FORK
SPRING COMPRESSION TOOL.
Figure 2-67. Fork Spring Compressing Tool (HD-45966)
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Figure 2-68. Holding Damper Rod Assembly
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1. Fork cap
2. Preload pins
3. Damper rod assembly
4. Preload washer
5. Slider piston
3
2
1
4
5

Buell 2007 LIGHTNING Specifications

General

Year	2007
Manufacturer	Buell
Model	Lightning
Category	Motorcycle
Displacement	1203 cc
Bore x Stroke	88.9 mm x 96.8 mm
Compression Ratio	10.0:1
Fuel System	Electronic fuel injection
Transmission	5-speed
Final Drive	Belt
Rear Suspension	Showa shock absorber
Rear Brakes	Single disc, 1-piston caliper
Engine Type	V-Twin
Ignition	Digital
Front Suspension	Showa inverted fork
Front Brakes	Single disc, 6-piston caliper
Front Tire	120/70 ZR17
Rear Tire	180/55 ZR17
Wheelbase	52.0 inches
Seat Height	30.1 inches
Dry Weight	395 lbs
Fuel Capacity	14.5 liters