Buell 2004 XB9S Service Manual page 239

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Figure 3-49. Approximate Seven O'Clock Orientation of Oil Feed Line and Oil Return Line at the Oil Pump
24. See Figure 3-49. The feed oil line at the rear of the of the
oil pump should be tightened to 27-29 ft-lbs (36.6-39.3
Nm). When the oil line has been properly torqued, the
orientation of the line should be approximately 7 o'clock.
25. Also tighten the return oil line at the top front oil pump fit-
ting to 22-24 ft-lbs (29.8-32.5 Nm). When the oil line has
been properly torqued, the orientation of the line should
also be approximately 7 o'clock.
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26. Tighten the vent oil line at the gearcase cover to 12-13 ft-
lbs (16.3-17.6 Nm).
NOTE
When tightening the vent line, verify that the line does not
twist down towards the muffler, but remains horizontal and
aligned with the feed and return lines after tightening.