Buell 2007 LIGHTNING Service Manual

2007 Buell Lightning: Chassis 2-65
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REAR SHOCK ABSORBER 2.23
GENERAL
The rear suspension is controlled by the shock absorber. The
shock allows adjustment of rear compression and rebound
damping and spring preload.
The most important rear shock adjustment is the preload set-
ting. Before making any damping adjustments, set the proper
preload. See 1.11 SUSPENSION DAMPING ADJUST-
MENTS.
Figure 2-92. Rear Shock Absorber Assembly
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1. Remote reservoir clamp fastener
2. Remote reservoir clamp
3. Remote reservoir
4. Lower shock mount nut
5. Washers (2)
6. Lower shock mount sleeve
7. Lower shock mount fastener
8. Shock reservoir body
9. Upper shock mount fastener
10. Lower shock mount
11. Shock spring retainer kit
12. Rear shock spring
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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