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2002 Buell X1: Maintenance
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HEADLAMP
1.23
INSPECTION
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WARNING
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WARNING
DO NOT modify the ignition/headlamp switch wiring to
circumvent the automatic-on headlamp feature. Visibility
is a major concern for motorcyclists. Failure to have
proper headlamp operation could result in death or seri-
ous injury.
Check headlamp for proper height and lateral alignment:
●
When the new owner takes delivery of the motorcycle.
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When there is a change in load (adding luggage, etc.)
1.
Verify correct front and rear tire pressure. See
1.23
HEADLAMP
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2.
Place motorcycle on level floor (or pavement) in an area
with minimum light.
3.
See
Figure 1-51.
Position motorcycle 25 ft (7.62 M) away
from a screen or wall. Measure the distance from directly
below the front axle to the base of the screen/wall.
4.
Draw a horizontal line 26 in. (66 cm) above floor on
screen/wall.
5.
Load vehicle with rider/passenger/cargo/accessories.
Weight will compress vehicle suspension slightly.
6.
Stand motorcycle upright with both tires resting on floor
and with front wheel held in straight alignment (directly
forward).
7.
See
Figure 1-52.
Turn ignition switch to IGN. Set handle-
bar headlamp switch to HIGH beam position (1).
8.
Check light beam for alignment.
a.
The main beam, which is a broad, flat pattern of
light, should be centered equally above and below
the horizontal line.
b.
The main beam of light should also be directed
straight ahead. Properly adjusted headlamps project
an equal area of light to right and left of center.
c.
Adjust headlamp alignment if necessary. See
1.23
HEADLAMP
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ADJUSTMENT
If headlamp requires adjustment, perform the following:
1.
See
Figure 1-53.
Loosen both adjuster screws (metric).
2.
See
Figure 1-51.
Tilt headlamp up or down to aim it in
relation to the horizontal line. At the same time, turn
headlamp right or left to direct light beam straight ahead.
3.
Tighten both adjuster screws (metric) to 5-7 ft-lbs (7-10
Nm).
Figure 1-51. Checking Headlamp Alignment
Figure 1-52. Headlamp Switch
Figure 1-53. Headlamp Height Adjustment
25 ft
(7.62 M)
b0008b7x
26 in.
(66 cm)
1.
HIGH Beam
2.
LOW Beam
2
6926
1
Headlamp Adjuster
Screw (metric)
7038
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