06 XB12x fork swap options?

[JaeOneDa]

I made a pretty big mistake. I damaged the Right fork and the parts are obsolete and hard to find.

The bike is in pretty good condition so I didn’t want to part out (yet).

Looking for options to swap out the fork and triple tree with maybe a new one 08+? Any suggestions? Should I just part out? Kinda bummed out about it...

Thanks for your time!

 

[njloco]

I wouldn't be in too much of a hurry to part it out, some one will have one, give them some time to see this and then post it back after awhile.

If you do end up parting it out ( and I do hope you don't ) I could use a few parts so keep me in mind.

 

[JaeOneDa]

Thank you.

I’ll keep you in mind

 

[Cooter]

What part is damaged? With all the Buell forks available on e-bay, you could scavenge what you need.

Be careful and check the length and diameter (if thats the part you need) because most of the Buell forks are listed incorrectly as if they fit all Buell XB's. They don't.

 

[JaeOneDa]

I damaged the damper assembly, and spring adjuster. I haven’t been able to take it apart due to not taking off the snap ring and pushing the adjuster up and over it which caused it to seize.

I have found many forks but none match the 06 XB12X. And with parts being obsolete for this bike, I thought that changing the whole fork/triple tree assembly would be the best option so it could be replaced quicker.

I’d be very grateful if I could get someone’s experience. I have read that using different model buells triple-tree/forks could be an option but I didn’t see the specifics on it. *

Thanks again for your time!

 

[KickerDRB]

There is a guy selling a set of 06 Uly forks on badweb

 

[JaeOneDa]

There is a guy selling a set of 06 Uly forks on badweb

Thanks! I just signed up for that forum.

 

[34nineteen]

the best option so it could be replaced quicker.

Why not just do a google search for the fork leg part #? That would be the quickest way. I know there is a brand new one for sale out there.

In the time you spent on here asking everyone else to do the leg work for you has cost you time.

 

[JaeOneDa]

Why not just do a google search for the fork leg part #? That would be the quickest way. I know there is a brand new one for sale out there at VPI.

In the time you spent on here asking everyone else to do the leg work for you has cost you time.

There’s always one like you...

I’m not asking anyone to find parts for me. I’m asking about switching fork sets. Your assumptions, I’m sure, have once again proved you to be... well, unhelpful to say the least.

VPI does have a set - only dealers can purchase. My dealer is unresponsive - located in Hawaii so options are limited.

So, if you have recommendations on a fork set that I could use on my 06 XB12x (putting another years triple tree and fork on my 06), I would be happy to hear what you have to say.

 

[Barrett]

Sir: hope this helps. several good sets on ebay.

there is no such thing as a 2005 XB-X model. it first appeared in 2006
2006-2007 forks and triple clamps top and bottom exactly the same. the fork stanchion OD is 43mm
2008-end of model run forks and triple clamps the same but different than prior years. the fork stanchion OD is 47mm
2006 fork springs are slightly lighter spring rate than the 2007 springs.

the 08-up forks have an offset front axle. The axle is pushed rear of the center of the 3/8" to offset the 08-up triples holding the forks forward the steering neck 3/8" more than the 06-07 triples, so that the combination of the trees and forks achieves the same rake and trail as the 06-07 models. the complete set-ups being the forks...triple clamps...steering stems can be interchanged with no adverse affect on handling. the steering neck and bearing dimensions exactly the same for all year X and XT models.

 

[JaeOneDa]

Sir: hope this helps. several good sets on ebay.

there is no such thing as a 2005 XB-X model. it first appeared in 2006
2006-2007 forks and triple clamps top and bottom exactly the same. the fork stanchion OD is 43mm
2008-end of model run forks and triple clamps the same but different than prior years. the fork stanchion OD is 47mm
2006 fork springs are slightly lighter spring rate than the 2007 springs.

the 08-up forks have an offset front axle. The axle is pushed rear of the center of the 3/8" to offset the 08-up triples holding the forks forward the steering neck 3/8" more than the 06-07 triples, so that the combination of the trees and forks achieves the same rake and trail as the 06-07 models. the complete set-ups being the forks...triple clamps...steering stems can be interchanged with no adverse affect on handling. the steering neck and bearing dimensions exactly the same for all year X and XT models.

That’s great news! Thank you very much! I’ll purchase the stem, tree, and forks of an 08+ x/xt.

Very Kind Regards

 

[34nineteen]

There’s always one like you...

I’m not asking anyone to find parts for me. I’m asking about switching fork sets. Your assumptions, I’m sure, have once again proved you to be... well, unhelpful to say the least.

VPI does have a set - only dealers can purchase. My dealer is unresponsive - located in Hawaii so options are limited.

So, if you have recommendations on a fork set that I could use on my 06 XB12x (putting another years triple tree and fork on my 06), I would be happy to hear what you have to say.

I found a single (actually two), brand new, RH side for sale to the public. But there's always one like me. I'd tell you where I found it, but I'm unhelpful to say the least.

 

[TheWood]

New to Buells here. I'm currently shopping for fork replacement for my 09' XT front forks that were installed on my 06'XB12X. The PO damaged both fork cap internal threads beyond help. But I'm noticing that the 09'XT(pretty sure but not positive) forks that I've removed DO NOT have the 3/8" offset that you mention. So now I'm confused; which seems much easier these days for me. Could you shed any light here for me?

Sir: hope this helps. several good sets on ebay.

there is no such thing as a 2005 XB-X model. it first appeared in 2006
2006-2007 forks and triple clamps top and bottom exactly the same. the fork stanchion OD is 43mm
2008-end of model run forks and triple clamps the same but different than prior years. the fork stanchion OD is 47mm
2006 fork springs are slightly lighter spring rate than the 2007 springs.

the 08-up forks have an offset front axle. The axle is pushed rear of the center of the 3/8" to offset the 08-up triples holding the forks forward the steering neck 3/8" more than the 06-07 triples, so that the combination of the trees and forks achieves the same rake and trail as the 06-07 models. the complete set-ups being the forks...triple clamps...steering stems can be interchanged with no adverse affect on handling. the steering neck and bearing dimensions exactly the same for all year X and XT models.

 

[Barrett]

suspect you're confused Sir because an XT model is NOT a Ulysses. it is a Touring Model. factory designation is XT. Ulysses factory designation is X. different parts content.

2008-2010 all X and XP(police model) LEFT front fork assembly part # is J0121.3AK
"""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""" RIGHT """""""""""""""""""""""" # is JO122.3AK

view image. see the offset?

 

[Cooter]

Barrett the Buell whisperer:angel:

 

[TheWood]

The forks that I've just recently removed off my 06' XB12X Ulysses are #J0121.1AV & J0122.1AV, and they are straight; without the 3/8" offset. PO installed these forks, I suspect, to benefit from the progressive spring, better road manners, and the lower 1"stance. These newer 09'XB12XT? forks have the 43mm tubes instead of the 47mm that are on the newer models, so they fit right on the 06' Ulysses. Am I still confused about this? Am trying to get up to speed w/ you guys, but isn't an XB12XT a Ulysses; a touring Ulysses,no?

suspect you're confused Sir because an XT model is NOT a Ulysses. it is a Touring Model. factory designation is XT. Ulysses factory designation is X. different parts content.

2008-2010 all X and XP(police model) LEFT front fork assembly part # is J0121.3AK
"""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""" RIGHT """""""""""""""""""""""" # is JO122.3AK

view image. see the offset?

View attachment 14319

 

[leadenwinter]

Sir: hope this helps. several good sets on ebay.

there is no such thing as a 2005 XB-X model. it first appeared in 2006

not what my VIN plate says

 

[Barrett]

Sir: hope this helps. several good sets on ebay.

there is no such thing as a 2005 XB-X model. it first appeared in 2006

not what my VIN plate saysView attachment 14448

5 is an international market XB model.
E8 is a UK-specific XB model designation
10th digit in VIN designates model year....6 is a 2006.

hate to burst your bubble but THAT'S what your VIN plate says.

 

[34nineteen]

There are some early model 2003 XB9's with VIN stickers that show production dates of 2002.

So, yeah... they probably build XB-X models in 2005 to release as a 2006 model, in the year 2005.

Also read here:

https://st-paul-harley-davidson-buell.myshopify.com/pages/buell-vin-number-breakdown

Don't doubt the 'fringe.

 

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