Easy steps for muffler removal
These instructions apply to all Buell XB12
models.
For XB9 models start at step #4.
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Remove the Air box
cover by removing the 4 T27 torx screws that hold it in place. Don’t lose the
screws and plastic washers.
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Loosen the lock
nuts on the mechanical muffler valve cable and disconnect it from the servo
motor. Leave the servomotor in place with its electrical wires connected.
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Carefully work the
mechanical cable past the engine to free it completely. You will have to cut
some wire ties and then replace them later.
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Remove the chin fairing by removing the 7 torx screws
that hold it in place. Don't loose the plastic washers.
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Loosen the rear axle pinch bolt on the underside of the
swingarm.
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Using the rear axle removal tool from the kit unscrew the rear axle
20 full turns. This loosens the drive belt tension.
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Remove the front belt guard by removing the 3 torx
screws that hold it in place. Don't loose the plastic washers.
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Unscrew the 2 nuts that retain the belt tensioner and
pull the tensioner off of its studs. The studs are a close fit on the holes in
the tensioner so be sure to pull off in a straight even manner. Don't try to
pry it off. If it sticks then push it back on all the way and try again to
pull it off straight.
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Loosen the torcon clamp on the muffler's inlet.
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Loosen and remove the front band clamp and the
two rear band clamps that hold the muffler to
the engine.
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Work the muffler off of the header by twisting slightly
and you are done.
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