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Buell 2007 LIGHTNING Service Manual

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2007 Buell Lightning: Chassis 2-67
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THROTTLE CONTROL 2.24
REMOVAL/DISASSEMBLY
NOTE
For XB9Sx see 2.25 DEFLECTORS/HANDLEBARS (XB9SX)
to remove right side deflector.
1. See Figure 2-95. Loosen cable adjuster lock (thick disc)
(3) on each cable.
2. Turn adjusters (3) in direction which will shorten cable
housings to minimum length.
3. Remove fasteners (1) on right switch housing and sepa-
rate housing from handlebar.
4. See Figure 2-96. Remove cables (2, 3) from notches in
front housing (4).
5. Remove cables (2, 3) and ferrules (6) from cable wheel
(7).
6. Remove air cleaner cover and baseplate. See 4.44 AIR
CLEANER ASSEMBLY.
7. Disconnect cables from throttle body manifold to remove.
8. Cut cable straps and remove cables.
CLEANING AND INSPECTION
11WARNING1WARNING
Compressed air can pierce the skin and flying debris
from compressed air could cause serious eye injury.
Wear safety glasses when working with compressed air.
Never use your hand to check for air leaks or to deter-
mine air flow rates. (00061a)
Clean all parts except cables in a non-flammable cleaning
solvent. Blow dry with compressed air. Replace cables if
frayed, kinked or bent.
ASSEMBLY/INSTALLATION
1. Route cable as shown in D.1 HOSE AND WIRE ROUT-
ING.
2. Add cable straps as shown in the throttle cable routing in
D.1 HOSE AND WIRE ROUTING.
3. Install throttle grip and position ferrules (6) into cable
wheel (7).
4. Insert idle control into front switch housing.
5. Slide switch housing over throttle.
6. Insert throttle cable into front switch housing.
7. See Figure 2-95. Attach rear switch housing and position
housings on right handlebar by engaging locating pin on
front housing with hole in handlebar. Attach housings
with two fasteners, installing longer fastener on bottom.
Tighten to 25-33 in-lbs (3-4 Nm).
8. Adjust cables. See 1.15 THROTTLE CABLE AND IDLE
SPEED ADJUSTMENT.
9. Install air cleaner assembly. See 4.44 AIR CLEANER
ASSEMBLY.
10. Install right handlebar deflector. See. 2.25 DEFLEC-
TORS/HANDLEBARS (XB9SX).
Figure 2-95. Throttle Control Cables
Figure 2-96. Cable Connections
1. Right switch housing fasteners
(top fastener above brake lever)
2. Cable adjuster lock
3. Adjusters
4. Throttle control cable
5. Idle control cable
6853
2
1
3
5
4
1. Screw (short, top)
2. Idle control cable
3. Throttle control cable with molded end
4. Front housing
5. Screw (long, bottom)
6. Ferrules
7. Cable wheel
8. Rear housing
9. Locating pin
1
7098
4
8
7
5
3
2
6
9

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Buell 2007 LIGHTNING Specifications

General IconGeneral
Year2007
ManufacturerBuell
ModelLightning
CategoryMotorcycle
Displacement1203 cc
Bore x Stroke88.9 mm x 96.8 mm
Compression Ratio10.0:1
Fuel SystemElectronic fuel injection
Transmission5-speed
Final DriveBelt
Rear SuspensionShowa shock absorber
Rear BrakesSingle disc, 1-piston caliper
Engine TypeV-Twin
IgnitionDigital
Front SuspensionShowa inverted fork
Front BrakesSingle disc, 6-piston caliper
Front Tire120/70 ZR17
Rear Tire180/55 ZR17
Wheelbase52.0 inches
Seat Height30.1 inches
Dry Weight395 lbs
Fuel Capacity14.5 liters

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