Change Filter; Fill Engine With Oil; Clear Oil Cooler - Buell 2009 XB Series Service Manual

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Figure 1-6. Oil Tank Drain Plug (Typical)

Change Filter

1. Remove chin fairing. See
2. See Figure 1-7. Remove oil filter using pliers or belt type
oil filter wrench.
3. Clean filter gasket contact surface on crankcase. Surface
must be smooth and free of debris or old gasket material.
4. Apply a thin film of clean engine oil to new filter gasket.
5. Pour 4.0 ounces (0.12 liter) of clean engine oil into filter
(until filter is approximately 1/2 full).
6. Screw filter onto adapter until filter gasket touches crank-
case surface.
7. By hand, turn filter an additional 1/2 to 3/4 turn.
Be sure that no lubricants or fluids get on tires, wheels or
brakes when changing fluid. Traction can be adversely
affected, which could result in loss of control of the
motorcycle and death or serious injury. (00047d)
1-16 2009 XB Service: Maintenance
2.50 CHIN FAIRING.
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1. Oil filter
2. Oil pressure switch
3. Oil line fittings
Figure 1-7. Oil Filter: Buell Models except Blast

Fill Engine With Oil

1. Inspect drain plug O-ring for tears or damage. Replace if
required. Wipe any foreign material from drain plug.
2. Apply LOCTITE 565 THREAD SEALANT, reinstall plug
and tighten to 26-29 ft-lbs (35-39 Nm).
3. Fill oil tank through filler (dipstick) hole with fresh oil.
NOTES
Use the grade of oil for the lowest temperature expected
before the next oil change.
Oil tank capacity with filter change is approximately 2.5
quarts (2.4 liters) and includes the 4.0 ounces (0.12 liter)
poured into the filter. Always verify proper hot oil level on
dipstick. Do not overfill.
4. Inspect O-ring on dipstick for rips or tears. Replace as
required.
NOTE
For ease of installation, apply a light film of clean engine oil to
the dipstick O-ring.
5. Install dipstick into oil tank/swingarm fill hole. Make sure
dipstick is installed completely. DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN.

Clear Oil Cooler

1. Remove oil cooler scoop.
Compressed air can pierce the skin and flying debris from
compressed air could cause serious eye injury. Wear
safety glasses when working with compressed air. Never
use your hand to check for air leaks or to determine air
flow rates. (00061a)
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