EBR master cylinder?

[njloco]

That's why I couldn't put my high beams on, they moved the floor switch, now where the heck did they stick it ?
Isn't ethanol the same as leaded gas ?
Vent windows, yes bring them back !

One of my friends is rebuilding one of those, nice ride !

 

[outthere]

Integrated radial. https://www.motodracing.com/accossa...linder-w-integrated-fluid-reservoir-lever-rst

 

[34nineteen]

Nice set up. All business.

 

[Cooter]

Serious cockpit man... Good idea to put the run/stop switch there when you ran out of room:up:

FYI if you want it back on the right side, an OE EBR run/stop is much narrower (no throttle tube space in it) and will plug n' play. Credit Mike Lowrey for that info, I'm 1/2 way done with my swap

 

[outthere]

That toggle switch is now the ign. switch and I've ditched the lever guard. Never used em' in the 80's and don't get close enough to anybody to need it + it's in the way most of the time.

While working on the bike yesterday I made a discovery. When I replaced the top triple tree I neglected to take note of the dimensional differences where the tubes pass through. I've been running chopper style, almost 3/8". Can't wait to get back to the track. I'll bet turn in is much quicker.

 

[Cooter]

That toggle switch is now the ign. switch
The red run switch can take the current load of the ignition (it already does), so you can wire it in-line and get rid of the toggle entirely if you want a cleaner look? It's super easy and can all be done at the key switch plug (If you think you need another bike project) :angel: Operationally it's just the same. On is ON for the whole bike, and flip it off is OFF and of course, still kill.

and I've ditched the lever guard. Never used em' in the 80's and don't get close enough to anybody to need it + it's in the way most of the time.
But it's Mr. Racey race pants cool! I've watched a new Pani get knocked over when someones sleeve caught that in the Rock Store parking lot.:upset: I'm even OK with wings on big race bikes, but on the street its your address in poser-ville, lol.

While working on the bike yesterday I made a discovery. When I replaced the top triple tree I neglected to take note of the dimensional differences where the tubes pass through. I've been running chopper style, almost 3/8". Can't wait to get back to the track. I'll bet turn in is much quicker.

Wow! Thats a BIG change in rake/trail and possibly bound up forks too Like maybe 4*!? wow, again. I was gonna ask about that triple because it looks so sexy, but I guess it's destined for the bin

We need a Racing your Buell mod thread.

 

[outthere]

Top clamps staying. I just needed to slide the forks up. There's just 3/8" more exposed at the top.

Help me out a bit with that wiring please. I'm kind of stupid electrically and a drawling would go along ways. If I can make the toggle go away that would be nice. Blue wheel and EBR rotor now installed with new rubber. July's dead for trackdays here. Next event is Sears Point in August.

 

[outthere]

I got it. Easy peasy. Switch gone. thanks

 

[outthere]

pics

 

[outthere]

New front wheel assembly. This makes 3 front's. Running Ferodo pads with this set up.

With some down time ahead of me I think I'm going to send the forks to Race Tech and have gold valves installed on both rebound. & comp. Question is will I notice a difference? The Penske out back was an improvement I could feel. effing 70 yr old's and there toys.

 

[34nineteen]

I think I'm going to send the forks to Race Tech and have gold valves installed on both rebound. & comp. Question is will I notice a difference?

I wouldnt think the gold valves would have any sort of benefit to the stock Showa setup. As I understand it (and correct me if I'm wrong) , but the gold valves are designed to add adjustability to a non adjustable front end... like damper rods or a non-adjustable cartridge. IMO, the stock front end is a very nice piece for all but a pro racer. That said, you are much more of a badass on the bike than I am.

 

[outthere]

Race tech offers gold valves for a Buell. They explain what the differences are compared to stock. The rebuild is a fixed price no matter if stock parts are used or there valves. For $360 I'll try em'. The entire bike is way better than what I'm use to riding. The track bike I had before this was an RD Yamaha. I had a small fortune invested in that bike. Got tired of fixing it.

 

[outthere]

I'm backtracking on the Race Tech mod's. Just going to service the suspension myself. If I botch it, I'll seek help. I have my eye on another coffee grinder so I'll add that $700 to the grinder fund.

The forks on the Yamaha were modded by RT but there archaic in comparison.

 

[Cooter]

Glad you got that switch gone, 1/2 a beer job, right? Haha. I'm also looking for a type of brake pad that is much more aggressive than the street EBC "HH" ones I have now. Are Ferodos that much better?

Aaron is right that the OE Showa is a great fork for our bikes, I don't know anything about the Gold Valves, but fork oil weight choice is critical and your suspension looks to be bottoming according to your zip tie.
I'm sure you can handle the oil and seal swap. I recommend getting the spring tool, well worth $20 for even one time. Lots of step-by-step instructions out there.
https://www.buellxb.com/forum/showthread.php?56264-Buell-XB-fork-service-by-NCCR

Hot Damn that RD is sweet:love_heart: Is there anything better than 2-smoke in the morning on track day??

 

[outthere]

Fork preload perfect according to Dave Moss. Ferodo Pads are very nice and feel great at the lever. Another good pad for track use is Vesrah. Real strong initial bite.

 

[Cooter]

Awesome, thanks for the info I'll get a set on the way. The tiny Horse thief Mile track at Willow Springs, taught me how dang huge the EBR is Especially after getting a session on a buddies Husky. WOW.

https://www.husqvarna-motorcycles.com/en-int/models/supermoto/701-supermoto-2020.html

 

[rb70383]

Ok dumb question time.... How did you know the forks were too high? The stock ones have that stopper ring, but how do you make sure the bike is level when you don't have a 'stop'?
I'm swapping tress and forks soon, granted I'm using a stock tree but I am wondering that if I didn't go with stock.
Outthere, nice bike.

I have a set of diamond blues wheels as well...

 

[Cooter]

I thought you meant 3/8" rearwards 'chopper style' not 3/8" lower...

 

[34nineteen]

I’m not going to say anything.

 

[outthere]

Top clamp on a XB12r is a bit different than the one I use as far as thickness goes and the way it takes up slack at the bearing. Turns out the difference is only 3/16". Should still make a diff. the way the bike behaves on turn in. I'll take pics when I service the forks.