Time to get my hands on a SX!

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02-19-2019, 01:05 AM
herwawan

Time to get my hands on a SX!

Hi everyone!

After a couple of missed opportunities, seems like it's finally time for me to get my hands on a SX. I've been riding a Buell XB12 for a bit which got me addicted to Erik Buell's vision of what a motorcycle should be! I'm scheduled to get it this week, so I figured might as well run some info on this forum about the details about it so you guy can give me good feedback.

The big thing about it is that it was in a slow speed low side so the cosmetic isn't in great (some plastics are scratched and some broken). The mechanic sounds good though. The bike was warm when I went to see it, fired right up, cooling fans started one after another and the engine revved normally with no weird sound. The visual inspection was also okay with the following main information:

- 2014 model
- 7,500 miles
- Last oil changes were at 7,000 miles, 3,000 miles and 600 miles
- The gas light is always on and the dash plastic protection is gone / I guess I'll have to replace the fuel level sensor, but for the dash plastic, looks like it's not available as a spare part!
- I noticed some cracks on the exhaust, seems to be corrosion induced. It has the muffler delete kit and corresponding ecm / Don't really know what to do but replace that part
- The water pump seal had to be replaced because it was leaking
- The coolant reservoir tab is broken / It seems that the entire thing need to be replaced on the radiator level
- Along with the last oil change, the valves were checked and within tolerance / I'll have them replaced so I don't have to wonder if they are still good in a couple thousand miles
- It has rev2 throttle cables / may revert that to original, not sure I like the progression of it

So yeah, that's pretty much it. If there's anything I should know about the 2014 models, or things I should look up closer, feel free to share! I've read a bit around the forum but I'm sure I missed plenty of interesting and valuable information!

I don't know if I'm ready for 80% more power than my XB, but I know I'm looking forward to being part of the EBR family!

Max.
02-19-2019, 08:13 AM
gggGary

Hi from a fellow 2014 SX owner, had it 2 months and have ridden it ONCE from the shop to the shed about 200'. LOL Winter in Wisconsin. Mine's NOS 1.9 miles. Sorry no help with your issues, questions.
02-19-2019, 05:29 PM
EBRRider

Quote:

Originally Posted by herwawan

Hi everyone!

After a couple of missed opportunities, seems like it's finally time for me to get my hands on a SX. I've been riding a Buell XB12 for a bit which got me addicted to Erik Buell's vision of what a motorcycle should be! I'm scheduled to get it this week, so I figured might as well run some info on this forum about the details about it so you guy can give me good feedback.

The big thing about it is that it was in a slow speed low side so the cosmetic isn't in great (some plastics are scratched and some broken). The mechanic sounds good though. The bike was warm when I went to see it, fired right up, cooling fans started one after another and the engine revved normally with no weird sound. The visual inspection was also okay with the following main information:

- 2014 model
- 7,500 miles
- Last oil changes were at 7,000 miles, 3,000 miles and 600 miles
- The gas light is always on and the dash plastic protection is gone / I guess I'll have to replace the fuel level sensor, but for the dash plastic, looks like it's not available as a spare part!
- I noticed some cracks on the exhaust, seems to be corrosion induced. It has the muffler delete kit and corresponding ecm / Don't really know what to do but replace that part
- The water pump seal had to be replaced because it was leaking
- The coolant reservoir tab is broken / It seems that the entire thing need to be replaced on the radiator level
- Along with the last oil change, the valves were checked and within tolerance / I'll have them replaced so I don't have to wonder if they are still good in a couple thousand miles
- It has rev2 throttle cables / may revert that to original, not sure I like the progression of it

So yeah, that's pretty much it. If there's anything I should know about the 2014 models, or things I should look up closer, feel free to share! I've read a bit around the forum but I'm sure I missed plenty of interesting and valuable information!

I don't know if I'm ready for 80% more power than my XB, but I know I'm looking forward to being part of the EBR family!

Max.

Is it a white one from El Segundo ? Call EBR 2132Y1500A.1B7 Rev AINSTRUMENT CLUSTER, MPH/KMH, POTTED, PROGRAMMED$180.00 Have the valves been adjusted ? should be done @ 6200 miles
02-19-2019, 08:05 PM
herwawan

Quote:

Originally Posted by gggGary

Hi from a fellow 2014 SX owner, had it 2 months and have ridden it ONCE from the shop to the shed about 200'. LOL Winter in Wisconsin. Mine's NOS 1.9 miles. Sorry no help with your issues, questions.

Haha I’m lucky enough to be in California with a weather that’s ridding-proof most of the year!

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Originally Posted by EBRRider

Is it a white one from El Segundo ? Call EBR 2132Y1500A.1B7 Rev AINSTRUMENT CLUSTER, MPH/KMH, POTTED, PROGRAMMED$180.00 Have the valves been adjusted ? should be done @ 6200 miles

The valves were checked but not adjusted because within tolerance, he said. I do believe it’ll have to be done right away so I don’t wonder around if it’s still good or not!

For the dash, is it a complete unit? Does it take over the mileage from the old dash?

As for the low fuel light, removing the fuel pump and fixing the issue seems to be a major PITA... and you don’t want your fuel pump to stop working with the price of them!
02-19-2019, 08:11 PM
EBRRider

pic please of bike

Is this it ? https://losangeles.craigslist.org/la...805365850.html
02-19-2019, 08:19 PM
herwawan

Quote:

Originally Posted by EBRRider

pic please of bike

Is this it ? https://losangeles.craigslist.org/la...805365850.html

Oh sorry I didn’t see the first part of your initial message! Yes it is this one :) you know it?
02-19-2019, 08:23 PM
EBRRider

Yes,Good deal for sure !
02-19-2019, 08:45 PM
herwawan

Quote:

Originally Posted by EBRRider

Yes,Good deal for sure ! You got it from Austin

The man indeed!
02-20-2019, 08:06 AM
EBRRider

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTs...lf_id=0&view=0

http://www.erikbuellracing.net/wp-co...Sep%202017.pdf
02-20-2019, 09:00 PM
d_adams

Quote:

Originally Posted by herwawan

Haha I’m lucky enough to be in California with a weather that’s ridding-proof most of the year!

The valves were checked but not adjusted because within tolerance, he said. I do believe it’ll have to be done right away so I don’t wonder around if it’s still good or not!

For the dash, is it a complete unit? Does it take over the mileage from the old dash?

As for the low fuel light, removing the fuel pump and fixing the issue seems to be a major PITA... and you don’t want your fuel pump to stop working with the price of them!

Mileage transfers to the new dash, 5 minute timer to complete. This allows for diagnostic testing without marrying a dash to an ecm.
02-20-2019, 09:05 PM
d_adams

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Originally Posted by herwawan

Hi everyone!

After a couple of missed opportunities, seems like it's finally time for me to get my hands on a SX. I've been riding a Buell XB12 for a bit which got me addicted to Erik Buell's vision of what a motorcycle should be! I'm scheduled to get it this week, so I figured might as well run some info on this forum about the details about it so you guy can give me good feedback.

The big thing about it is that it was in a slow speed low side so the cosmetic isn't in great (some plastics are scratched and some broken). The mechanic sounds good though. The bike was warm when I went to see it, fired right up, cooling fans started one after another and the engine revved normally with no weird sound. The visual inspection was also okay with the following main information:

- 2014 model
- 7,500 miles

- I noticed some cracks on the exhaust, seems to be corrosion induced. It has the muffler delete kit and corresponding ecm / Don't really know what to do but replace that part

I don't know if I'm ready for 80% more power than my XB, but I know I'm looking forward to being part of the EBR family!

Max.

Yeah, that's an easy fix if you know the right guy.

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02-24-2019, 06:40 PM
herwawan

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I picked the bike up yesterday, what a thing. I find it very easy to ride, it's fascinating. And yeah, it pulls hard, VERY hard. I thought my eyes were about to pop out of my skull for a second, but I kept WOT because it was bananas!

@d_adams you're the right guy! And good to know for the Dash and the mileage, thanks!

I believe it already has you work on it:

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The guy couldn't tell me what exactly this exhaust remover was as it was the original owner who put it on with a matching ECM. I'm sure you'll be able to tell!
02-24-2019, 06:58 PM
EBRRider

Look at the ECM it should say secondary delete on it form IDS that would be the correct one.
02-24-2019, 09:07 PM
d_adams

Quote:

Originally Posted by herwawan

I picked the bike up yesterday, what a thing. I find it very easy to ride, it's fascinating. And yeah, it pulls hard, VERY hard. I thought my eyes were about to pop out of my skull for a second, but I kept WOT because it was bananas!

@d_adams you're the right guy! And good to know for the Dash and the mileage, thanks!

I believe it already has you work on it:

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The guy couldn't tell me what exactly this exhaust remover was as it was the original owner who put it on with a matching ECM. I'm sure you'll be able to tell!

Look under the seat, as mentioned, it should have an IDS sticker on the ecm. Can't miss it if it's there.
03-08-2019, 01:09 AM
herwawan

I just brought the bike home tonight! Feels good, very good. Can't wait to bring it to the open roads, in the city I feel like it's a bit clumsy sometimes. Like, it feels like turning left is easier than right haha

Another funny thing I noticed - I don't have the "whining" noise coming from the chain. We visually checked the tension with Cooter and it looks fine. Not a big deal, but I definitely noticed it isn't here (Did I watch too many EBR videos on YouTube over the year? Probably!)

Regarding the conversation up above, I haven't checked the ECM under the seat yet - will do later on!

Man, I'm in love!
03-08-2019, 08:03 PM
herwawan

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It is indeed an IDS one - so I guess it's matching!
03-09-2019, 08:59 AM
EBRRider

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Originally Posted by herwawan

I just brought the bike home tonight! Feels good, very good. Can't wait to bring it to the open roads, in the city I feel like it's a bit clumsy sometimes. Like, it feels like turning left is easier than right haha

Another funny thing I noticed - I don't have the "whining" noise coming from the chain. We visually checked the tension with Cooter and it looks fine. Not a big deal, but I definitely noticed it isn't here (Did I watch too many EBR videos on YouTube over the year? Probably!)

Regarding the conversation up above, I haven't checked the ECM under the seat yet - will do later on!

Man, I'm in love!

You meet Cooter ?? Watch that guy close. JK, He is a super guy knows his stuff you are in good hands.
03-09-2019, 11:20 PM
herwawan

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Originally Posted by EBRRider

You meet Cooter ?? Watch that guy close. JK, He is a super guy knows his stuff you are in good hands.

That's right! And it's totally his fault if I now have an EBR. Offered me to ride his last year and look at me know :bannana: rid

I went for two long rides these last days, I get a better feeling about the bike. It's definitely 100% different from the XB12. The Buell feels like to easiest bike to live with EVER compared to the EBR haha

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I also ran into a few things that need attention.

- The bike doesn't fire up at the first try sometimes. It usually works the second time, though
- "Communication error" on the dash - of course! EBRRider, you nailed the solution a few answers ago
- The "TC" icon on the dash randomly blinks at lower speed, with no specific reason (straight line, 1/10 throttle and below 30mph)
- The gearbox is kinda tricky, and the neutral is a PITA to get
- I don't ear the "whining" noise coming from the chain tensioner. Must be something.
- I need new grips, the current ones are held only with steel wire (not even a joke)
- The suspension setting is weird, it's unstable when bumpy. Need to adjust it to my weight and see from there

And that's pretty much it for now, although I'm sure the list will evolve as I keep riding it!
09-08-2019, 05:17 PM
ACM

A little late to the table, but the TC icon flashing is a problem I have on my RX - it is a tone ring warped outside spec. I don't know what the correct spec is, but EBR Tech said that my measured runout of 50 thou was the cause of my constantly-engaging traction control. Mine would kick in in a straight line at a constant 60mph causing what felt like a misfire. Once I disabled the TC the bike ran perfectly. Well, until today... :)