My 2009 XB12SCG

[WokDisWey]

Couldn't stand the look of the mirrors any longer so I found a really cheap alternative on ebay. Just ordered a set of these. http://www.ebay.com/itm/Universal-B...Parts_Accessories&hash=item2c86604ba4&vxp=mtr

 

[818Guy]

Nice. Have the same type on mine.

If I recall, the bolts that come with it will be too long so be prepared to go to the hardware store and pick up shorter ones.

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[WokDisWey]

Do you remember what size bolt you had to get? I might as well go pick it up before the mirrors arrive.

 

[818Guy]

No, I do not. I just took one of the bolts to the hardware store, used their "sizer" and then found two shorter ones. Sorry I can't help you more.

 

[818Guy]

BTW, be prepared to lose a lot of rear vision. At least for me, the mirrors do not extend far enough out to get a good picture of what's behind you with the mirrors.

 

[WokDisWey]

Thanks, I don't use the mirrors very much. I always use a head check to make sure before switching lanes. This is more for the looks than anything else. Eventually, I'll probably get a set of bars ends for next season if these don't work out. Just not sure if I would like to look so far down just to check the mirrors.

 

[WokDisWey]

Anyone know where I can get a Battery Strap? This part(pic) is out of stock at buellsterparts.com

 

[818Guy]

The rubber strap?

Don't bother. Let me find my thread but I tried to install a new one and busted the new one.

Use velcro or a nylon strap. I'll find my thread.


EDIT:

http://www.buellxb.com/Buell-XB-For...yX-XB12Scg/Battery-strap-broke...-big-deal/2/

 

[WokDisWey]

I like the Velcro idea. I will have to find something I can hook the other side down with. I don't have 2 broken battery straps.

 

[WokDisWey]

Here is a quick shot with the ebay mirrors on my way to work. I'll have to clean her up some and take better pics when I have a chance.

 

[WokDisWey]

A few quick pics before my commute to work today. Can't stop staring!

 

[WokDisWey]

Need some advice on getting the ride ready for this season. I got a quote from a shop to change the engine and primary and they wanted $135 for the service. No thanks, I will do it myself and really get to know my Scg. This is my first bike and have decided I would like to try to do as much of the work on my own. I am in the process of getting everything together to change the engine and primary oil. I have 37xx miles on the bike. What other things should I look into doing? Thanks in advance.

 

[Enemy Zero]

Best DIY video you'll find on it right here:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SMuEHcP6iws

Although DO NOT and I MEAN DO NOT use a torque wrench on the oil drain plug. Snug up the o-ring and quarter turn only. You WILL strip the threads if you use a torque wrench.

 

[WokDisWey]

Thanks Enemy Zero, I have found this DIY and the comment on not torquing to the recommended specs. Anything else I would need to do besides the saftey checks? Should I reset the TPS?

Best DIY video you'll find on it right here:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SMuEHcP6iws

Although DO NOT and I MEAN DO NOT use a torque wrench on the oil drain plug.  Snug up the o-ring and quarter turn only.  You WILL strip the threads if you use a torque wrench.

 

[Enemy Zero]

I would do it just because it's so simple to do on the post 2008 bikes. I would check your primary tension and also adjust your clutch since you'll be in there anyways. There's videos out there for those as well. Very simple to do.