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2004 Buell Lightning: Maintenance 1-45
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HEADLIGHTS 1.19
INSPECTION
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WARNING
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WARNING
Do not modify ignition/light switch wiring to circumvent
the automatic-on headlight feature. High visibility is an
important consideration for motorcycle riders. Failure to
have headlight on at all times could cause an accident,
resulting in death or serious injury.
Check headlights for proper alignment:
●
When the new owner takes delivery of the motorcycle.
● When there is a change in load (adding luggage, etc.).
1. In a location with low light, draw a horizontal line on a
screen or wall that measures 29-31 in. (74-79 cm) above
floor.
2. See Figure 1-52. Position motorcycle 25 ft (7.6 m) away
from a screen or wall by measuring the distance from the
front axle to the screen/wall.
3. Verify correct front and rear tire pressure. See 1.8 TIRES
AND WHEELS .
4. Load vehicle with rider/passenger/cargo/accessories.
Weight will compress vehicle suspension slightly.
5. Stand motorcycle upright with headlights aimed straight
forward.
6. Check LOW beam (right lens) for alignment.
a. See Figure 1-53. Turn ignition switch to IGN. Set
handlebar headlamp switch to LOW beam position.
b. Check that the correct pattern of light is a double
rectangular pattern and is aligned with the horizontal
line as shown in
Figure 1-52.
c. Adjust headlight alignment. See ADJUSTMENT
which follows.
7. Check HIGH beam (left) for alignment.
a. See Figure 1-53. Set handlebar headlamp switch to
HIGH beam position.
NOTE
Low beam lamp will not stay illuminated when high beam is
activated.
b. Check that the correct pattern of light is a circular
pattern and is centered on the horizontal line as
shown in
Figure 1-52.
c. Adjust headlamp alignment. See ADJUSTMENT
section.
Figure 1-52. Checking Headlight Alignment
Figure 1-53. Headlamp Switch
Position
Motorcycle
25 ft (7.6 m)
b0949x1x
Horizontal Line
29-31 in.
(74-79 cm)
High Beam
Low Beam
Horizontal Line
29-31 in.
(74-79 cm)
Position
Motorcycle
25 ft (7.6 m)
9960
1. High beam
2. Low beam
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