Buell S1 Lightning User Manual

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STARTER SOLENOID
GENERAL
See Figure 5-25. The starter solenoid is a switch that is
designed to open and close the starting circuit electromagnet-
ically. The switch consists of contacts and a winding around a
hollow cylinder containing a movable plunger.
DISASSEMBLY
1. See Figure 5-25. Remove screws (1) and clip (2).
2. Remove cover (3) and gasket (4). Discard gasket.
3. Remove plunger (5) from solenoid housing (6).
ASSEMBLY
1. See Figure 5-25. Replace wire connection hardware as
necessary.
2. Install plunger (5) in solenoid housing (6).
3. Install new gasket (4) onto cover (3).
4. Position cover with gasket onto solenoid housing. Install
clip (2) and screws (1).
Figure 5-25. Starter Solenoid
1. Screw (3)
2. Clip
3. Cover
4. Gasket
5. Plunger
6. Solenoid housing
7. Nut
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1
2
3
4
5
6
1CAUTION
Do not tighten nut (7) without
removing items 1-5. Movement will
cause damage to the contact.
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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