Buell 2007 LIGHTNING Service Manual

2007 Buell Lightning: Drive/Transmission 6-55
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NOTE
Never tighten rear axle with swingarm brace removed.
NOTE
If axle was removed for any reason, apply anti-seize to holes
in swingarm and on axle prior to installing.
12. See Figure 6-105. Tighten rear axle (1) to 23-27 ft-lbs
(31.2-36.6 Nm), back off two full turns and then retighten
to 48-52 ft-lbs (65.1-70.5 Nm).
13. Tighten pinch fastener (2) on right side of swingarm to
40-45 ft-lbs (54-61 Nm).
Figure 6-105. Rear Wheel Mounting, Right Side
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2
1. Axle
2. Pinch bolt fastener
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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