Buell S1 Lightning User Manual

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FRONT WHEEL
MODEL YEAR CHANGE
See Figure 10. All 1997 model year motorcycles have new
fasteners on the front brake rotor/carrier assembly.
Separate the carrier from the rotor only when necessary. Use
new clips when reassembling.
NOTE
The new rotor/carrier assembly changes Step 4 of FRONT
WHEEL, REMOVAL and Step 2 of FRONT WHEEL, ASSEM-
BLY in the 1996 manual.
REMOVAL/INSTALLATION
1. See Figure 10. Remove and discard the clip (2).
2. Remove the wave washer (3).
3. Remove the drive pin (1). Repeat this procedure for the
other five fasteners to separate the carrier (4) from the
rotor (5).
4. Assemble in reverse order. Use new clips upon assembly.
Figure 10. 1997 Rotor to Carrier Fastener
5874
1
1. Drive pin (6)
2. Clip (6)
3. Wave washer (6)
4. Carrier
5. Rotor
2
3
5
4

Buell S1 Lightning Specifications

General

Transmission	5-speed
Rear Brakes	Single 230mm disc, single-piston caliper
Compression Ratio	10.0:1
Ignition	Electronic
Engine Type	Air-cooled, four-stroke, 45° V-twin
Rear Suspension	Showa monoshock, adjustable preload, compression and rebound damping
Front Brakes	Single 340mm disc, 6-piston caliper
Seat Height	775 mm
Bore x Stroke	88.8 mm x 96.8 mm
Fuel System	Carburetor
Frame	Tubular steel
Tires	Front: 120/70 ZR17, Rear: 170/60 ZR17