Buell 2007 LIGHTNING Service Manual

2-102 2007 Buell Lightning: Chassis
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SEAT 2.44
GENERAL
See Figure 2-129. The seat anchors in three places on the
vehicle. The first is where the locating tab (4) on the seat
inserts into the opening on the trunk pan (5). The second is
the pair of seats hooks (3) that slide onto the shouldered fas-
teners (6) located in the left and right tail sections. The last is
the rear seat tab (2) which fits into the slot (7) on the seat
latch (8).
REMOVALS
1. See Figure 2-129. Insert ignition key into seat lock
located on left side of motorcycle below seat.
2. Turn key clockwise to disengage rear seat latch.
3. Lift and remove seat (1).
INSTALLATION
11WARNING1WARNING
After installing seat, pull upward on front of seat to be
sure it is in locked position. While riding, a loose seat can
shift causing loss of control, which could result in death
or serious injury. (00070a)
1. Install seat (1) by sliding locating tab (4) on front under-
side of seat into opening (5) on trunk pan.
2. Align rear tab (2) with latch slot (7) at rear of motorcycle.
3. Press down firmly on rear of seat to engage seat latch
(8). Pull up on rear of seat to make sure latch is
engaged.
4. Remove ignition key from seat lock.
Figure 2-129. Seat and Attachment (Inset XB12Ss seat)
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5
4
3
7
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8
1. Seat
2. Rear seat tab
3. Seat hooks
4. Locating tab
5. Opening in trunk pan for locating tab
6. Shouldered fasteners for seat hooks
7. Slot in seat latch
8. Seat latch
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XB12Ss

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