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     Wheelybueller |
TT399 Ground Repair 2006 – 2009 2006 – 2009 Buell Ulysses Ground Repair Poor ground connections have been found at the tail section ground locations. Below are some of the symptoms that you might see, and a procedure to repair this condition. While the specifically affected models are 2006 to 2009 XB12X, this Tech Tip could serve as a reference for improving ground circuits on any model. In the figure below, you can see where the negative battery cable is attached to the tail section of the vehicle. This ground location is essential to virtually all of the motorcycle’s electrical systems. A poor contact here can cause poor running issue and no crank conditions. The instrument cluster may even stay on after the key is turned to the OFF position. These issues can also be intermittent. XB Tail Section Ground Location To clean the ground area, you must remove the fastener that secures the ground terminals to the tail section and clean all surfaces. This includes the fastener, tail section boss, ring terminals, and battery tray. (See images below) (PICS CUT OUT) Ground Fastener to Be Removed Once the faster is removed, lightly sand both the threads and the face of the screw. (See image below) (PICS CUT OUT) Lightly sand both sides of the ring terminals to clean any impurities from the surfaces. (See images below) Ring Terminals to Be Cleaned TT399 – December 17, 2008 - Buell Ulysses Ground Repair 2006 – 2009 Lastly, clean the ground boss and the battery tray surfaces by sanding to remove any paint or other impurities. Tail Section Ground Boss and Battery Pan After all of these surfaces have been cleaned, apply dielectric grease to the fastener and reinstall to 72-108 in/lbs. (97.6 – 146.4 Nm). If this is a repost,SORRY. This is good info for any XB chassis.  | ||
| Ourdee |
I can't see it.  | ||
| Rwven |
Don't get me started.... | ||
| Natexlh1000 |
In my mind, this type of thing would be common sense. It seems odd that they would release an official document outlining this process. | ||
| Crusty |
I once heard that if your spouse makes bad coffee, it could be considered grounds for divorce... | ||
| Rotorhead |
Dissimilar metals used in the tail section and the ground lug will always continue to corrode now matter what you do. Regular cleaning of the ground areas is the only way to combat the stray voltage in the bike. Science crap, you can never beat it so join it. | ||
| Natexlh1000 |
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