Username: |
Xb_tx |
Full Name: |
Kirby Wells |
E-mail Address: |
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Last Logged In: |
March 16, 2009
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Registered: |
February 26, 2009
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Total Posts: |
4 |
Status: |
Barton |
Home Page URL: |
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Birthday (Year) & Occupation: |
'73 - Engineer
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City: |
Houston
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State/Province: |
TX
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Country: |
USA
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Personal Quote: |
If it aint broke, and you aint broke, keep improving it.
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Bike Model (Ex - M2, XB12Rr, S1W, P3): |
XB9sX
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Model Year (Please enter full 4-digit year): |
2008
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Color: |
Blue
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V.I.N. (To aid in problem resolution. Will not be displayed or shared otherwise.) : |
(Hidden)
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Servicing Dealership: |
Mancuso Harley and Buell
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Performance Mods!: |
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Problems/Miles (Please be specific): |
Failed clutch cable retainer at 900 miles.
Melted clutch cable wire form at 950 miles.
Stock mirrors became wind vanes at 1300 miles, would not hold adjustment.
Warped front brake rotor at 3800 miles.
Torn drive belt at 4300 miles (small rock pulled through rear sprocket).
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Other Mods/Misc/Customization.: |
Bar end mirrors.
Rebuilding seat to change shape, add foam.
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Favorite Rides (Roads and Routes): |
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Why I do/don't ride a Buell: |
I like the upright seating position, although it is a bit cramped for a tall guy. I like the engineering that's gone into the bike. I really like how forgiving the bike is of my bad riding habits.
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How can Buell improve their motorcycles?: |
Now that the bike handles and performs as well as it does, let's find a way to get the Harley dealers to support it and pay a little more attention to controls (cheap plastic), ergnomics (just a little off) and comfort (pillion is just for show). It's a great bike or about 35 miles.
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Life History/Philosophy: |
I was born. I won some, I lost the rest. I'm gonna try again tomorrow. Some day I'll give up the ghost but I'd rather not for a while.
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Top speed on 2 wheels (mph): |
146 (indicated, on the XB9)
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Preferred engine oil (brand/grade): |
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