| Author | Message | ||
     Freezerburn840 |
Well at least mine applies just call in your Vin# to see if your bike is affected. They are ordering the whole assembly today. | ||
| Froggy |
This is the first I am hearing on a 09, the headlight recall was for the older bikes. The 09 Bolts do have a recall for the front brake line. | ||
| Court |
The Federal Government is unaware of it as well. Below are ALL 2009 recalls to the Buell XB line. Note that there are only TWO recalls and that they appear duplicated here because the same recall affected different models. You can read the copy of the investigation, initial notification and response that Buell sent to the government if you'd like.  Make: BUELL Model: XB12R Model Year: 2009 Manufacturer: HARLEY-DAVIDSON MOTOR COMPANY Mfr's Report Date: MAR 31, 2009 NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 09V109000 NHTSA Action Number: N/A Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC Potential Number of Units Affected: 3316 Make: BUELL Model: XB12SCG Model Year: 2009 Manufacturer: HARLEY-DAVIDSON MOTOR COMPANY Mfr's Report Date: MAR 31, 2009 NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 09V109000 NHTSA Action Number: N/A Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC Potential Number of Units Affected: 3316 Make: BUELL Model: XB12XP Model Year: 2009 Manufacturer: BUELL MOTORCYCLE CO. Mfr's Report Date: OCT 13, 2000 NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 08V538000 NHTSA Action Number: N/A Component: VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD Potential Number of Units Affected: 624 Make: BUELL Model: XB12XT Model Year: 2009 Manufacturer: BUELL MOTORCYCLE CO. Mfr's Report Date: OCT 13, 2000 NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 08V538000 NHTSA Action Number: N/A Component: VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD Potential Number of Units Affected: 624 | ||
| Ducxl |
The earlier "PRD0501" is performing fabulously.After a year they're still sparkling silver. BMC DOES do some remarkable things regarding recognition of defects. | ||
| Bassmaster318usyahoocom |
yea wonder why they never recalled the 03 belts lol everyone knows there crap and break easy (remembers installing new belt yesterday) | ||
| Randomchaos |
Belts are considered wear parts? | ||
| Darthane |
...they were superceded by an improved part. I just gave my original '03 belt to a fellow BadWebber - it was still in great shape, and my replacement belt is still looking perfectly fine as well. Treat them properly, and they more than outlast their indicated replacement life. Speaking of headlights and service bulletins, I just noticed last night that when they put my new ones in the Firebolt the boneheads installed the low beam upside down! I normally ride with my high on at night, never noticed it until now, but the spoon is most definitely on the bottom. >.< | ||
| Court |
There was no basis for a recall. I'm not sure who this "everyone" is, nor the source of their omniscience, but the issue surrounding the belts proved but one thing for sure . . . if improperly handled or installed their service life will be shortened. Of course, that was based on research not internet rumor so decide what works best for you. | ||
| Wheelybueller |
25K on my 03xb9 belt.......pop,it broke in my driveway......laughed my ass off when it broke.  30k on my M2 belt,that broke,40k on my FLHT,that broke I learned 25K Ill replace my Uly belt ...Now back to your regularly scheduled discussion.  (Message edited by wheelybueller on May 31, 2009) | ||
| Freezerburn840 |
Well after a day the dealer called back and made a mistake and cancelled the order for the headlights. I do need them adjusted because there is a dark spot on the ground from the low beam. When I put the high beams on the dark spot is real big. So something isnt right. | ||
| Freezerburn840 |
Well another turn of events after dealer inspected my bike with the brake line recall. I did mention the headlight issue and they did confirm to me something is not right with the lights. So this monday while they are ordering the recall parts for the brake line they are going to talk to tech support about my issue and hopefully will get them adjusted or fixed. It is very dangerous to ride at night with these lights the way they are no visibility at all. | ||
| Freezerburn840 |
Buell has decided to replace my headlight assembly. Just waiting for the parts to get to the dealer. |
