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Flhman73
| Posted on Monday, February 02, 2009 - 11:57 am: |
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I am new to Buells but own 3 Harleys already and am a marine master tech. I would like to know if there is anything I should take a good look at as or for problem areas on a couple bikes I am looking at. Any input would be greatfull Thanks ! |
Natexlh1000
| Posted on Monday, February 02, 2009 - 06:45 pm: |
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The easiest/best thing to do first is have your dealership run your VIN and make sure all recalls were done. |
Armymedic
| Posted on Monday, February 02, 2009 - 09:43 pm: |
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...Then buy and fly! |
Teeps
| Posted on Monday, February 02, 2009 - 09:44 pm: |
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Wheel bearings, belt condition, main wire harness at the steering head, check all for damage. |
Jlnance
| Posted on Tuesday, February 03, 2009 - 03:24 pm: |
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Flhman - There are showstopper problems, but there are a few things that tend to go bad: 1 - The throttle cables will likely need replacing. They get banged on by the forks. The 07 Uly comes with a plastic guard that helps keep the forks off the wiring harness and cables. Get one for your 06. 2 - The 06 fuel pump chafes it's wiring and will eventually stop working. You can remove the pump and reinforce the wiring. 3 - Rear wheel bearings are problematic. There are new bearings for 09. Have a pair pressed in the first time you change the rear tire. 4 - The muffler will rust. Paint it or coat it. 5 - Some of the 06 had ping problems. 6 - If it came with a D616 front tire you may get interesting handling. |
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