Buell 2002 X1 Handbook page 27

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ADJUSTMENT
Axle Alignment
Check to be sure rear wheel axle is parallel with swingarm
pivot shaft.
1. See Figure 1-23. Measure each side from the flat of the
axle carrier to the flat of the swingarm.
a. If the measurements are equal +/- 0.015 in. (0.381
mm) the rear axle is correctly aligned.
b. If the two measurements are not equal, adjustment
is required. Follow Deflection Adjustment
Deflection Adjustment
2. See Figure 1-22. Loosen rear axle nut (1) (metric), if not
already loose.
NOTE
See Figure 1-24. Use an automotive-style ignition wrench to
hold axle adjuster bolt (1) in place during Step 2.
3. To adjust belt deflection/rear wheel alignment, loosen
locknut (2), hold axle adjuster bolt (1) and turn adjusting
nut (3).
a. If belt is too loose, tighten adjusting nut (3) to
decrease deflection and therefore increase drive
belt tension.
b. If belt is too tight, loosen adjusting nut (3) to
increase belt deflection and therefore decrease
drive belt tension.
c. See Figure 1-23. Repeat this step until the distance
between the flat on the axle carrier and the flat of
the swingarm is the same on both sides of the rear
wheel and belt deflection is correct.
4. See Figure 1-24. Tighten locknut (2) flush against adjust-
ing nut (3).
5. Tighten axle nut (metric) to 66-73 ft-lbs (90-99 Nm).
6. Verify that belt deflection is correct.
2002 Buell X1: Maintenance
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below.
Figure 1-23. Checking Rear Wheel Alignment,
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1. Axle Adjuster Bolt
2. Locknut
3. Adjusting Nut
Figure 1-24. Axle Adjuster Bolt, Right Side Shown
Right Side Shown
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