We I finally broke down and got a 99 X1.It runs good and in good shape but now that I own it I have a 1000 questions.I will start with just a few.First is pegs.I would like to get some but where to find them and what other bikes use the same pegs.Second is grips.Do I need to get a special size or will the standard 7/8 grips work?Third is what oil does everybody use?I don't want to start the this oil is better than that one but I would like a few opinions.
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upthemaiden
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Grips are 7/8th and most people here really like either the Mobil1 or Amsoil V-twin 20w-50. Not sure about the pegs. Badweatherbikers or buelletinboard might be a good place to ask about those. This site is mostly populated with people who own the XB series bikes. There are a couple people here with some of the tube framed models, and it's definitely a great site so stick around, but we may not always be the biggest help with tuber related questions. Any pictures??
Well I found this forum on a google search and it seemed pretty good.I know it's mainly for the newer bikes but you do have a tube section.Here's a pic that I have.
By ducrider748 at 2011-02-13
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nativeXb12Rbuell
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very nice X1 [up][up]
welcome to the best Buell forum and to the Buell family.
Here is some threads and links to help you get started with your new and never ending great addiction.
150-Helpful-Links-for-Buellers....and-Growing.
Buell-Clothing--Parts-List---Foreign--Domestic
pegasusraceteam.com racewear
EBR racing team Donate Page support crew
Erik Buell Racing .com
Erik Buell & EBR gear & merchandise
the majority use Full Synthetic for motorcyles like Royal Purple's Maxcycle, Amsoil, Moblie 1,
weight is 20W50 for most and some use 10W40 for winter use. for the grips check out all the links for parts and more here--> Buell-Clothing--Parts-List---Foreign--Domestic
welcome to the best Buell forum and to the Buell family.
Here is some threads and links to help you get started with your new and never ending great addiction.
150-Helpful-Links-for-Buellers....and-Growing.
Buell-Clothing--Parts-List---Foreign--Domestic
pegasusraceteam.com racewear
EBR racing team Donate Page support crew
Erik Buell Racing .com
Erik Buell & EBR gear & merchandise
the majority use Full Synthetic for motorcyles like Royal Purple's Maxcycle, Amsoil, Moblie 1,
weight is 20W50 for most and some use 10W40 for winter use. for the grips check out all the links for parts and more here--> Buell-Clothing--Parts-List---Foreign--Domestic
Jobe Zeebuh
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mobil one v-twin 20w-50 I believe. I donno much about tubers tho.
nativeXb12Rbuell
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yes Mobile1 V-Twin , yes when possible always use a oil Designed for a 4stroke motorcycles,
Make sure the oil you use is (and says it on the bottle)design for motorcycles, and design for a 4 cycle motorcycle engine, not a 2 cycle(2cycle/2stroke I.E like some off road dirt bikes or chainsaws weed eater type engines that use oil mixed in the gasoline) not oil for regular 4 cycle 4 stroke gas engines ..ie regular cars and trucks ..
in primary and make sure it is for WET CLUTCH USE for in the primary(trans) or you could ruin your clutch very QUICK.
definitely reccomend full synthetic oil , like Royal Purple MaxCycle or mobile 1 V-Twin, red line, ams oil.
USE the best that you can afford , same goes for the filter (oil & air)...
Make sure the oils you choose is designed for MOTORCYCLES
Unless it is an emergency and then look at what your manual says to use for most it says that you can use,
.if an emergency you can use diesel oil.If it is necessary to add oil and Harley-Davidson oil(or your MC prefered oil) is not
available, use an oil certified for diesel engines. Acceptable
diesel engine oil designations include CF-4, CG-4, CH-4 and
CI4. The preferred viscosities for the diesel engine oils, in
descending order, are 20W-50, 15W-40 and 10W-40.
otherwise use motorcycle oils.
BUT Remember this...
yes OIL is cheap and easy compared to an engine rebuild .or trans rebuild.. your oil and filter is the cheapest insurance for your engine , no matter what you drive or ride , use the best(that you can afford) and change it regularly . its worth it. gotta take care of the buell. and other vehicles for that matter. I would rather pay the extra $5-$10 more per bottle for the best oil for ALL my vehicles including the buell, why take a chance on it just cause you're savin a little $$ but thats my opinion. (the cost isn't going to add to big amount even if you're change 3-4 times per year.)
USE the best that you can afford , same goes for the filter (oil & air)...
it's always better safe than sorry
.
I fyou dont already have one it would be a great ideal and a big help to yourself in doing alot of your own maintenance to buy or find a downloadable Service Manual for your 99 X1. do a google search for a PDF version of the service manual.
or buy it here from Buellparts.net , or here at E-BAY.... or try AmericanSportBike.com
here are a few good threads for although your 99 X1 will be a bit different, some info still pretains to your bike as far as oil and primary oil, and some other info.
best-motor-oil-to-use
OilPrimary-change
newbie-.-what-oil-would-you-recommend-
Make sure the oil you use is (and says it on the bottle)design for motorcycles, and design for a 4 cycle motorcycle engine, not a 2 cycle(2cycle/2stroke I.E like some off road dirt bikes or chainsaws weed eater type engines that use oil mixed in the gasoline) not oil for regular 4 cycle 4 stroke gas engines ..ie regular cars and trucks ..
in primary and make sure it is for WET CLUTCH USE for in the primary(trans) or you could ruin your clutch very QUICK.
definitely reccomend full synthetic oil , like Royal Purple MaxCycle or mobile 1 V-Twin, red line, ams oil.
USE the best that you can afford , same goes for the filter (oil & air)...
Make sure the oils you choose is designed for MOTORCYCLES
Unless it is an emergency and then look at what your manual says to use for most it says that you can use,
.if an emergency you can use diesel oil.If it is necessary to add oil and Harley-Davidson oil(or your MC prefered oil) is not
available, use an oil certified for diesel engines. Acceptable
diesel engine oil designations include CF-4, CG-4, CH-4 and
CI4. The preferred viscosities for the diesel engine oils, in
descending order, are 20W-50, 15W-40 and 10W-40.
otherwise use motorcycle oils.
BUT Remember this...
yes OIL is cheap and easy compared to an engine rebuild .or trans rebuild.. your oil and filter is the cheapest insurance for your engine , no matter what you drive or ride , use the best(that you can afford) and change it regularly . its worth it. gotta take care of the buell. and other vehicles for that matter. I would rather pay the extra $5-$10 more per bottle for the best oil for ALL my vehicles including the buell, why take a chance on it just cause you're savin a little $$ but thats my opinion. (the cost isn't going to add to big amount even if you're change 3-4 times per year.)
USE the best that you can afford , same goes for the filter (oil & air)...
it's always better safe than sorry
.
I fyou dont already have one it would be a great ideal and a big help to yourself in doing alot of your own maintenance to buy or find a downloadable Service Manual for your 99 X1. do a google search for a PDF version of the service manual.
or buy it here from Buellparts.net , or here at E-BAY.... or try AmericanSportBike.com
here are a few good threads for although your 99 X1 will be a bit different, some info still pretains to your bike as far as oil and primary oil, and some other info.
best-motor-oil-to-use
OilPrimary-change
newbie-.-what-oil-would-you-recommend-
Native thanks for your reply.I am a Mobil 1 user in all my vehicles but was just wondering if it was OK to use in my Buell.I don't mind using the HD oil other than having to drive 35 miles to get it rather than drive 8 miles to get the mobil 1.I do have a factory service manual and parts manual.Thanks for the recommendations to get one.That is usually the first thing I get with a new to me bike.I will go for the mobile 1 with the good suggestions from you guys.
