First Bike

[RichP99]

Hello,
Some basic info:
2009 XB12SS

Home:
Northern Kentucky

This is my first street bike ever!!

first mods:
DIY headlight mod
Bar End Mirrors (MoTrax)
Removed Belt Guards

I love it

http://www.buellxb.com/buell_images/3202_20090526093725_L.jpg
http://www.buellxb.com/buell_images/3202_20090526093746_L.jpg

Did I say I love it??:D

[only1reds]

Welcome to the Forum RichP99. Nice bike, loving the blacked out look.

[Stevenc150]

http://users.telenet.be/mdr/fun/smiley/welcome.gif to the Forum Rich!! Finally, a fellow Kentuckian. How far north are you? I'm in London, KY myself. They're actually opening a New HD Dealership very soon. Glad to have you on board and ride safe.

[RichP99]

Steven,

I'm in Crittenden, KY about 30 mins from Ohio

I'm glad that I found this site, I think I have the only Buell in northern ky.

I want to say thanks for all the info on mods

[flaya564]

Welcome from Maryland!! You'll like it here.

[MickD]

Nice bike! I just got almost the exact same one (Scg)
http://www.buellxb.com/Buell-XB-Forum/Buell-Lightning-XB12S-XB12Ss-CityX-XB12Scg/New-guy-saying-hello

[tuneport67ss]

I like the blacked out look as well as many other people do. I am not sure yet if I like the belt guards gone. I have seen several with this done. What are we trying to accomplish by doing this? I am just curious. I for one do not like the idea of the exposed belt. Ever been caught in a chain? I have. It sucks. The belt probably wouldnt be as bad though. If any one could enlighten me on the removing the belt guards I would appreciate it.

Other wise, super nice bike man. Keep the rubber side down.:D

[only1reds]

People remove the belt guard(s) solely for cosmetic purposes only. By doing so, it allows you to see the rear wheel better, less clutter, and gives it a cleaner look as well.

No HP gains or anything mechanical, just looks :)

[RichP99]

Personaly I took mine off because I think it just adds to the minimalist look. I like the guards on the Scg but on mine it looked kinda big and square to me. Getting caught in a belt or chain would suck really bad.... never thought of that [sad]

Thanks for the compliments- I got all my ideas from bikes on this site:)[up]

[MickD]

Just keep your shoes tied well ;)

[only1reds]

Just keep your shoes tied well

I agree

[Stevenc150]

Post up your email Rich and I'll send you a list I have of quite a few Buellers here in KY. It includes phone numbers as well as email addresses. :D[up]

[meetch]

Welcome and great lookin' bike.. I wasn't really much of an SS fan.. but the blacked out SS is starting to convince me otherwise!! Keep it Up!

[tuneport67ss]

Dont wear shoes with ties for that reason. I wear zip up boots. When I got caught I was riding on the back of my dads bike and got a pants leg caught up in the chain. Pretty much ripped me off of the bike. Hurt like hell too.

[racepro716]

Ever gone to put your foot down at a corner and your shoelace is caught on your footpeg? You fall over and look like an asshole. Been wearing boots ever since, lol Wayne

[tuneport67ss]

Thats funny. I havent done that on a bike, but Ive seen it happen before. Hope it wasnt you because I laughed my a$$ off. There is nothing you can do when that happens either.:D

[RichP99]

I'll send you a list I have of quite a few Buellers here in KY

Thanks [up]

e-mail ([email protected])

[Stevenc150]

Email headed your way Rich.

[RichP99]

Steven,

Thanks for the list:D

You get a rep point[up]

[Stevenc150]

Thanks bro. We've got some great curvy back roads out here. You get a chance, let me know and we'll try to meet up.

[RichP99]

Well time for a update on the bike...
It's been one year and guess what I still love it!!

The mod list:

DIY tail chop

Polished header

De-Badged

Right side Scoop (factory)

Shortened front turn signals

Custom DIY front exit exhaust (http://www.buellxb.com/Buell-XB-Forum/Do-It-Yourself-Buell-Mods/eazy-front-exit-exhaust)

Custom Dash (http://www.buellxb.com/Buell-XB-Forum/Buell-Lightning-XB12S-XB12Ss-CityX-XB12Scg/xbdashboards.com)

http://www.buellxb.com/buell_images/3202_20100427143759_L.jpg

http://www.buellxb.com/buell_images/3202_20100427143812_L.jpg

http://www.buellxb.com/buell_images/3202_20100427145407_L.jpg

http://www.buellxb.com/buell_images/3202_20100427145429_L.jpg

[Fish]

Welcome Rich
Everything & anything you need will be on this site!

[redliner172]

Nice strips on that back tire, only a little bit more to go. I can tell you REALLY ride the bike
(or someone before you did)

[RichP99]

Nice strips on that back tire, only a little bit more to go. I can tell you REALLY ride the bike
(or someone before you did)

Got it new last year, I'm trying like hell to get it over all the way!! I still have a lot to learn about riding.