Buell 2003XB9S Service Manual page 253

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Rocker Arm Assemblies
1. Check each rocker arm, at pad end and push rod end, for
uneven wear or pitting. Replace rocker arm if either con-
dition exists.
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Figure 3-69. Measuring Rocker Arm Shaft Diameter
(Rocker Cover Position)
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Figure 3-70. Measuring Rocker Arm Shaft Diameter
(Rocker Arm Bushing Position)
2. Measure and record rocker arm shaft diameter.
a. See Figure 3-69. Measure where shaft fits in lower
rocker arm cover.
b. See Figure 3-70. Measure where rocker arm bush-
ings ride.
3-50 2003 Buell XB9S: Engine
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Figure 3-71. Measuring Rocker Arm Shaft Bore Diameter
in Lower Rocker Cover
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Figure 3-72. Measuring Rocker Arm Bushing
Inner Diameter
3. Measure and record rocker arm shaft bore diameter.
a. See Figure 3-71.
cover.
b. See Figure 3-72. Measure rocker arm bushing inner
diameter.
4. Check the measurements obtained in Steps 5-6 against
the SERVICE WEAR LIMITS. Repair or replace parts
exceeding limits.
5. Assemble rocker arms and rocker arm shafts into lower
rocker cover.
6. Check end play of rocker arm with feeler gauge.
7. Replace rocker arm or lower cover or both if end play
exceeds 0.025 in. (0.635 mm).
Measure bore of lower rocker