| Author | Message | ||
     Ryanc111 |
I need to get my 1000 mile service done on my '06 XB9SX and I also want to have a new Micron exhaust installed. Can anyone recommend a good dealer or mechanic in Colorado to get this done? I saw that Rocky Mountain Buell got pretty good reviews on the board but since I live up in the mountains (Edwards) its quite a haul to the dealership so want to make sure its worth the trip. Ideally I would love to find a mechanic that is closer to me but given the uniqueness of the Buell, I'm not holding my breath. Due to the distance and the dealer schedule I don't think I will be able to get this done before a long weekend ride I have coming up with my brother. It will probably push my mileage close to 1300 (if not higher) before the service. Is this serious enough that I should cancel the trip until the service happens or am I ok? I found other messages recommending to do the service sooner rather than later but nothing talking about the damage if it is done too late. I love living up here for the riding but it sure is a PITA to get the service taken care of! | ||
| Glitch |
Ryan Cantrell is probably your best bet  Buy a manual, these bikes are really simple. | ||
| Kootenay |
The only thing on your first service you can't do yourself is the TPS reset--it's basically fluid changes and various inspections and adjustments (see the chart near the end of your owner's manual). Keep all your receipts (for oil, filter, etc) to validate your warranty. And the TPS reset is not something you absolutely have to get done immediately--just get it checked when you get a chance (unless the bike starts running poorly). | ||
| 99buellx1 |
What do you plan on doing to the bike for fueling to go along with that Micron? | ||
| Diablobrian |
I really do not recommend running the micron without at least the race ECM. It will flow a lot of volume and can cause your bike to run very lean otherwise. | ||
| Ryanc111 |
Thanks for the advice everyone. I was considering doing the service myself but after your comments I'm definitely leaning in that direction. As for the question regarding the Micron exhaust, I would agree with you that running the stock ECM isn't the way to go. By spending the money to flash the ECM I should be good to go and will also be able to take care of future TPS resets too. I'm still doing a bit of research to make sure I'm up to the task but from what I've seen so far I think I can manage it. Now I just need to get all of the bits and pieces so I can get it done before my ride the weekend of the 29th. Thanks everyone! | ||
| Brineusaf |
Service is easy with proper manual. Make sure you follow ALL of the steps listed as this is going to be what your riding on and I think you want to come home alive. Don't cut corners, it can only hurt you. I had to "make" a oil pan for my service, which consisted of a shoe box and some garbage bags (talk about budget). But everything worked out fine. It was just as easy as everyone said it was, plus it builds your confidence about knowing your bike, and it builds the bond between man and machine. | ||
| Diablobrian |
These bikes are very easy to service if you have the service manual, and the advice of badwebbers to answer any questions | ||
| Ryanc111 |
Ordered the manual and parts from DaveS today . . . . . Thanks for your help everyone!! |
