Netty2424 2004 XB12S(s)

[netty2424]

2004 XB12S(s)** Lightning

**S to Ss conversion completed, Shock Extension to avoid seat pan rub

1250 Big Bore Kit, Stage 2 - NRHS Performance
Axtell Top End - NRHS Performance
Exhaust unknown
K&N Filter
Semi-Open Airbox
Breather Re-route
Doubeck Performance TFI Controlller

Powdercoat:
Fork Tubes - gold
Fork Stays - graphite gray
Upper & Lower Triples - graphite gray
Head Light Modules - graphite gray
Primary Cover - graphite gray
Cam Cover - graphite gray
Seat/Frame Rails - graphite gray
Tail Light housing - graphite gray
Rider Pegs - graphite gray
Heel Guards - graphite gray
Shifter - graphite gray
Handlebar Clamp - graphite gray

Chain Conversion - 520
PBI Front Sprocket - 21T
PMP Rear Srocket - gold, 47T
RK Chain 120L/520
190 Rear Tire
Reflective Wheel Stripe - red
Free Spirits Tensioner
Knight Design Axle Sliders - gold(would've purcahsed from 5-0 Dro, but no gold sliders)

DDM Tuning HID's
Dual Headlight Mod
ASV Shorties - gold
Renthal Ultralows - gold
GPR Stabilizer - gold Forum Member Puzzled
Bar end mirrors
Right Side Scoop - comfort kit
Select Seat
Custom Points Cover - Forum Member Red93stang
Modified Pulley Cover
Tail Chop
Custom Plate Bracket
License Plate Bolt Lights
Speigler Brake Line - rear, smoke in color
Hidden Brembo Brake Caliper- rear
Precision Engineering Brake Line Brackets Front & Rear - gold
Rizoma Oil Dipstick - Forum Member Lesley
Frame Pucks
And Buellxb.com Key Chain - Forum Member LightningLevi

When I purchased the bike:

As it rides today:

I'll post more close ups after I clean it up. Bikes dirty right now from working on it.

 

[oh9bolt]

Looks awesome netty!!!

 

[anrkizm95]

great job [up][up]

 

[Red93stang]

Looks really good Netty! I really like what you did with the front pulley cover and of course the smoked timing cover looks better with all the new mods. Congrats on getting it "finished for now".

 

[wolfo68]

Damn! That's sexy as hell netty

 

[thrstrmech]

[up] very nice job

 

[netty2424]

Thanks gentlemen! Project definitely took longer than planned. It's like opening a can of worms when you get that far into a bike. You just keep noticing things that need changing, replaced, updated, etc. You really have to just get to a point where you cut yourself off so you get the damn thing done. And couple that with the unexpected set backs, which I had plenty, that can be really frustrating.

But it's all worth it in the end! [up]

I encourage others who have been thinking about making changes, but have hesitated to just do it. Map out what you want to do, create a plan, and try to stick to that plan, lol.

 

[xb12rs]

looks great. how do you like the 1250 kit and head Work? I hope to do the same to my Lightning this winter.

 

[onelogue]

nettyy2424 the bike looks beautiful! Great job on the SS swing arm conversion. [up][up]

 

[Internet Annoyance]

I like what you have done here. Nicely executed. I too am interested in your engine mods.

Heres why, Recently i bought another Buell, a 2003 XB9R, and the owner had upgraded it with a hotrodded XB12 motor and had the Axtell big bore kit, Ported NRHS heads, FI manifold, and all kinds of other work, special springs, keepers, pushrods and Redshift cams. plus K & N filter and remapped ignition, Did not get a lot of miles on it, when it started making some sort of noise, he thought it was a bent valve, and took apart the top end.
Life took a detour for him (long story) and he offered it up to me,.. Im putting the XB9 motor back in it (was included) and some tasteful mods and eventually selling that bike, im keeping the XB12 motor, Micron exhaust, wiring, ECM and other bits for a custom hybrid cafe racer project (Norton + Buell)

So, since the valves arent bent, and the noise is undetermined, might be nothing or a rubbing cam or lifter or something else minor, Im going thru the whole motor. So what I would like from you is your feedback about yours, what you think of it, pluses, negatives and what would you do different if you did it over again. For example im thinking of taking out the redshift cams and going stock XB12 cams to make it more streetable,

Have you had yours on the dyno??? I have dyno printouts for mine but not sure i believe them,.

Once again, your bike looks great, you should be rightfully proud, and im sure many people would appreciate hearing about your build and what its like to ride, maintain and benefit from your experience. Also,,, which brand of gaskets did you use on your build? Stock Buell? James? Cometic? or ones provided in a kit?

 

[Lesley]

Super tough! Thats what your bike is. I like it Netty

 

[netty2424]

Thanks Lesley! [up]

 

[user_deleted]

outstanding workmanship netty. looks wonderful.

 

[stellio78]

Nicely put together [cool]

 

[50dro]

Looks great man but think how much better it would look with our axle sliders powder coated to match! Just playin'! Good work man! [up]

 

[CrazyTexan]

Better get those pics ready for the 2014 calandar if we do it again!. Right now I see your beautiful bike every day above my toolbox and looking at the current setup...Wow bud. [up]

 

[netty2424]

Thanks guys I appreciate the kind words! [up]

 

[Burton]

Very nice looking bike!

 

[netty2424]

Thanks Burton! [up]

 

[stamen]

How well does that gold match the Amber rims