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ajc283
09-15-2009, 08:30 AM
I have an XB9R that I just bought used and the headlights and running lights are out? The highbeam works, taillight brake light works, markers work when activated. . . I have checked fuses, relays, checked for loose connections and found nothing wrong. Everything else works fine. Any ideas?
flaya564
09-15-2009, 08:39 AM
Check the bulbs. sometimes it's the simplest things. Replace the brake light bulb for sure., mine did the same.
1stxb9r
09-15-2009, 09:04 AM
i had a problem with my lights and it ended up just being a wiring connection loose be sure to go over the connections again.
ajc283
09-15-2009, 11:07 AM
The taillight and side markers all work correctly. I ordered a new headlight bulb, should I order the tail light as well, even though it works?
1stxb9r
09-15-2009, 11:54 AM
i wouldn't order it if it works. did you chech the headlight bulbs with a voltage meter to make sure the continuity of the bulbs is bad. when you say running lights do you mean the the lights in the speedo as well?
ajc283
09-15-2009, 11:58 AM
Running lights meaning: side markers, headlight, taillight (without depressing brake pedal).

Instrument cluster lights work correctly.
Stevenc150
09-15-2009, 01:14 PM
Check your headlight connector & pins inside it to make sure they're making good contact:

http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l144/speedkills66/buell/headlight%20mod/6.jpg
ajc283
09-15-2009, 01:32 PM
How did you get to this connector? I removed the front cowl on my XB9R, but the connectors are really buried up there. Did you remove the gauge cluster or headlights?
Stevenc150
09-15-2009, 01:49 PM
- That's a pic of a Lightning.

- You can find the procedure in the Firebolt Service manual. Grab one via the link at the top of this page. Good step-by-steps and diagrams.
ajc283
09-15-2009, 11:27 PM
Update: I removed the headlight assembly and found corrosion on the bulb casing that grounds to the small metal plate it sits in. I cleaned and now headlight works. Checked white harness and wires are intact and no corrosion. I now have a headlight but no running lights ( side markers or rear markers and taillight) for night time riding? Any more ideas?