Buell X1 LIGHTNING problems & recalls

Problem: On certain motorcycles equipped exclusively with a fuel injection system, the idle control cable can become dislodged from the fuel injection system cable guide due to improper adjustment of the throttle control system.

Risk: Should this occur, the throttle may not return to the idle position when the operator's hand is removed from the twist grip, increasing the risk of loss of control of the vehicle, which could result in a crash.

Fix: Dealers will install a throttle cable clamp, which serves to ensure retention of the throttle control cables in the cable guide. owner notification is expected to begin during november or december 2003. owners should contact buell at 1-414-343-8400.

Problem: Vehicle description: motorcycles. the rear shock absorber can break, dragging the underside of the vehicle on the ground.

Risk: This could affect the handling, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will install a shock reinforcement package (srp) which protects the structual integrity of the suspension system. a new shock absorber is currently being developed. when the new shock absorber is available, if an owner choses, they can have it installed at no charge through the dealer network.

Problem: Vehicle description: motorcycles. the fuel filter can leak.

Risk: Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.

Fix: Dealers will replace the fuel filter.

Problem: Vehicle description: motorcycles. the rear brake reservoir hose can chafe, resulting in loss of brake fluid.

Risk: Should this occur, the rider could experience loss of rear braking capabilities.

Fix: Dealers will inspect the rear brake reservoir hose and replace the hose if ncessary.

Problem: Vehicle description: motorcycles. the positive battery cable can contact the battery carrier.

Risk: Should this occur, the motorcycle could stall or quit.

Fix: Dealers will inspect the positive battery cable routing and correct it if there is any sign of contact.

Problem: Vehicle description: motorcycles. these motorcycles were built with a fuel tank vent valve assembly that could become plugged.

Risk: Under certain conditions, this could cause the carburetor to overflow fuel which could result in a fire. this condition could also prevent sufficient fuel flow, which could cause the engine to misfire or stall.

Fix: Dealers will replace the fuel tank vent valve assembly.

Problem: Vehicle description: motorcycles. these motorcycles were built with a sidestand switch that could become inoperative

Risk: This condition can cause the engine to stall/quit when riding.

Fix: Dealers will replace the sidestand switch.

Problem: Vehicle description: motorcycles. the rear brake line can chafe, resulting in loss of brake fluid.

Risk: Should this occur, the rider could experience loss of rear braking capabilities.

Fix: Dealers will replace the rear brake line.