Buell 2002 X1 Handbook page 313

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Canister
1. See Figure 4-112. Install canister mounting bracket (4)
on mounting plate (2) with countersunk screws and lock-
nuts (5).
2. Install mounting plate assembly on frame by attaching
mounting clamps (1) using screws, washers and lock-
nuts (6). Tighten to 6-8 ft-lbs (8-11 Nm).
3. Depress locking tabs (3) and slide canister into locked
position on canister mounting bracket (4). Locking tabs
(3) must engage canister; bend tabs outward somewhat
if canister is not held securely.
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WARNING WARNING
Always make sure fuel hoses are seated against the
component they connect to and that hose clamps are
properly tightened and positioned on straight section of
fitting and not on the fitting barb. Failure to comply may
result in fuel leakage which could result in death or seri-
ous injury.
The barb is the larger outside diameter portion (bump) on the
fuel fitting.
4. See Figure 4-110. Connect all three hoses to the canis-
ter. Make sure to push fuel tank vent hose all the way on
to carbon canister fitting and position hose clamp on fit-
ting side of barb.
5. Measure distance to closest point of rear cylinder head.
If clearance is not at least 0.5 in. (12.7 mm), move canis-
ter bracket clamps.
HOSE ROUTING
Intake Manifold
See Figure 4-113. Route the evaporative emissions control
hose at the intake manifold. To gain access to the hose,
remove the fuel tank and/or air cleaner and backplate assem-
bly if necessary.
Canister Hose Routings
1. See Figure 4-110. Connect one end of the canister fresh
air inlet hose (3) to the carbon canister.
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WARNING WARNING
Always make sure fuel hoses are seated against the
component they connect to and that hose clamps are
properly tightened and positioned on straight section of
fitting and not on the fitting barb. Failure to comply may
result in fuel leakage which could result in death or seri-
ous injury.
The barb is the larger outside diameter portion (bump) on the
fuel fitting.
2. Connect fuel tank vent hose (1) and canister vent hose
(2) to the carbon canister. Canister vent hose attaches to
the top fitting. Make sure to push fuel tank vent hose all
the way on to carbon canister fitting and position hose
clamp on fitting side of barb.
2002 Buell X1: Fuel System
NOTE
NOTE
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Figure 4-113. Emissions Hose Attachment
3. Route both hoses (1, 2) towards fresh air inlet hose (3) at
rear of canister.
4. Cable strap the three hoses together where the hose
connector attaches the two pieces of fresh air inlet hose
(3).
5. Route the smaller hoses forward along the top left frame
tube. The canister vent hose (2) and fuel tank hose (1)
run together until the canister vent hose (2) turns
between the cylinders.
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WARNING WARNING
Always make sure fuel hoses are seated against the
component they connect to and that hose clamps are
properly tightened and positioned on straight section of
fitting and not on the fitting barb. Failure to comply may
result in fuel leakage which could result in death or seri-
ous injury.
The barb is the larger outside diameter portion (bump) on the
fuel fitting.
6. See Figure 4-113. Connect the canister vent hose to
elbow fitting. Make sure to push hose all the way on to
elbow and position hose clamp on fitting side of barb.
7. See Figure 4-111. Connect the fuel tank vent hose (4) to
vent valve fitting (3) using a new cable strap (5).
8. Route fresh air inlet hose upward and forward along the
top left frame tube. Continue running hose to air cleaner
backplate fitting. Secure hose to frame using new cable
straps.
Fitting used only on
California models
NOTE
4-117