Seat; Firebolt; Rider Seat; Pillion - Buell XB 2008 Series Service Manual

SEAT

FIREBOLT

Rider Seat

1. See Figure 2-190. Peel up rear corners of seat and remove
two fasteners.
2. Pull seat back over tail section and remove.
3. See Figure 2-191. Position seat in mounting position with
center tab aligned with slot on frame crossmember.
4. Slide seat forward to engage center tab in slot. Pull up on
front of seat to verify tab/slot engagement.
After installing seat, pull upward on seat to be sure it is
locked in position. While riding, a loose seat can shift
causing loss of control, which could result in death or
serious injury. (00070b)
5. Pull up rear corners of seat and tighten two fasteners to
12-36 in-lbs (1.4-4.1 Nm).
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Figure 2-190. Rider Seat Screws: Firebolt
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1. Center tab
2. Frame slot
Figure 2-191. Center Tab and Frame Slot: Firebolt
1
2

Pillion

The trunk is located under the pillion.
1. See Figure 2-192. Insert ignition key into the pillion lock
located on the left side of motorcycle. Turn key clockwise
to disengage rear pillion latch.
Do not place keys in the trunk. If pillion is installed, keys will
not be accessible.
2. Lift and remove pillion.
3. Install pillion by sliding metal locating tab on front under-
side of the pillion into opening on motorcycle.
4. Align the rear tab with latch slot at rear of motorcycle.
5. Press down firmly on rear of pillion to engage latch. Pull
up on rear of pillion to make sure latch is engaged.
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Figure 2-192. Pillion Lock: Firebolt Models (left side)

LIGHTNING

Removal

1. See Figure 2-193 or Figure
and rotate 1/4 turn clockwise.
2. See Figure 2-195. Grip the rear of seat and press firmly
in the center of the seat in a back and up motion.
2008 XB Service: Chassis 2-145
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NOTE
NOTE
2-194. Insert key into seat lock