2008 XB12R Firebolt metal shavings on drain plug

[JUNIARCE]

new to Buell, i have an 08 XB12R Firebolt with 19,000 miles, during an oil change i noticed metal shavings on drain plug, during the next oil change there was more...Should i be worried?

 

[uly luigi]

swingarm or primary? just a few, or did it look like a chia pet

 

[TooFst]

Normal... ^^ as long as it doesnt look like a chia pet!

 

[theMelvster6]

From what I understand the fine powder on the plug is the clutch plates, the bigger shavings come from the starter gear engaging. A good synthetic oil helps with that too. I am running Redline V-Twin Primary oil in mine, and Redline 20w-50 for the engine.

 

[dinosaurs]

Been changing my own oil since new, and have the same. Seems normal.

 

[JUNIARCE]

Thanks Guys...I will be switching to a better oil..