Clutch/Transmission/Primary Fluid; Inspection; Transmission Fluid - Buell XB 2008 Series Service Manual

CLUTCH/TRANSMISSION/PRIMARY FLUID

INSPECTION

1. Remove seat.
To prevent accidental vehicle start-up, which could cause
death or serious injury, disconnect negative (-) battery
cable before proceeding. (00048a)
2. Disconnect negative battery cable from battery.
3. See Figure 1-23. Remove three TORX screws with
washers (1) from clutch inspection cover (2). Remove
clutch inspection cover from primary cover.
4. See Figure 1-24. Inspect fluid level with motorcycle in
upright position.
5. See Figure 1-23. Install new gasket and clutch inspection
cover using three TORX screws with washers. Tighten in
a crosswise pattern to 84-108 in-lbs (9.5-12.2 Nm).
6. Connect negative battery cable to battery.
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)
7. Install seat.
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1. TORX screws with washers (3)
2. Clutch inspection cover
Figure 1-23. Primary Cover
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1. Adjusting screw
2. Cable end
3. Coupling
4. Correct fluid level

TRANSMISSION FLUID

Transmission fluid capacity is approximately 1.0 quart (0.95
liter). For best results, drain fluid while hot.
1. When the engine reaches normal operating temperature,
turn the engine off and position motorcycle on sidestand.
This will allow the chaincase lubricant to drain out of the
transmission.
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When draining or adding lubricant, do not allow dirt, debris
or other contaminants to enter the engine. (00198a)
2. See
plug. Remove plug and drain fluid.
3. Position the motorcycle STRAIGHT UP and LEVEL. This
allows additional fluid to be drained from clutch compart-
ment and will prevent chaincase lubricant from draining
out of clutch cover opening when refilled.
4. Wipe any foreign material from the magnetic drain plug,
inspect/replace o-ring and apply LOCTITE 565 THREAD
SEALANT. Reinstall plug and tighten to 14-30 ft-lbs (19-
41 Nm).
5. See
from clutch inspection cover. Remove clutch inspection
cover with gasket from primary cover.
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Figure 1-24. Primary Fluid Level
Figure 1-26. Position a suitable container under drain
Figure 1-25. Remove three fasteners and washers
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