On certain motorcycles equipped exclusively with a fuel injection system, the idle control cable can become dislodged from the fuel injection system cable guide due to improper adjustment of the throttle control system.
1999-2000 · 2 model years
Buell X1 Lightning Problems by year
Owners have filed 7 complaints about the Buell X1 Lightning across 2 model years, and it has 8 recalls. The 1999 has the most complaints once its age is allowed for (2). The most reported problem area is the suspension, followed by the brakes.
- Complaints
- 7
- Recalls
- 8
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
X1 Lightning complaints by model year
Highlighted: the year with the most complaints for its age. Older vehicles have had more time to collect complaints - the Safety Index grade allows for that.
Most common X1 Lightning problems
Buell X1 Lightning recalls 8
Vehicle description: motorcycles. The rear shock absorber can break, dragging the underside of the vehicle on the ground.
Vehicle description: motorcycles. The fuel filter can leak.
Vehicle description: motorcycles. The positive battery cable can contact the battery carrier.
Covers1999 Buell X1 Lightning
Vehicle description: motorcycles. The rear brake reservoir hose can chafe, resulting in loss of brake fluid.
Covers1999 Buell X1 Lightning
Vehicle description: motorcycles. These motorcycles were built with a fuel tank vent valve assembly that could become plugged.
Vehicle description: motorcycles. These motorcycles were built with a sidestand switch that could become inoperative
Vehicle description: motorcycles. The rear brake line can chafe, resulting in loss of brake fluid.
Covers1999 Buell X1 Lightning
Latest X1 Lightning complaints
Tl*the contact owns a 2000 buell x1 lightning. The contact referenced nhtsa campaign id number 00v163000 (suspension:rear), which stated that the dealer will install a shock reinforcement package (srp). The package is intended to protect the structural integrity of the suspension system. The dealer installed the shock reinforce package, but they would not install the second half of the recall, which stated that a new shock absorber was currently being developed. When the new shock absorber is available, it can...
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be installed for free through the dealer network. The contact stated that the recall system indicated that his recall was already taken care of; therefore, the dealer will not complete the second portion. The failure mileage was 9,000.
Dt: the contact owns a 1999 buell x1 lightning motorcycle. The motorcycle has a belt instead of the chain, the rear brake line severed because of the belt. After riding the motorcycle the consumer parked the motorcycle and noticed brake fluid covering the outside of the engine, and the plastic molding of the motorcycle. Also, there was brake fluid on the ground where the consumer parked the motorcycle. The consumer stated the brake pedal was pressing completely down but not stopping as well as it had before. ...
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The consumer has contacted the manufacturer twice. The local dealer informed the consumer that he would have to cover the expense of the repair. The consumer stated that the routine maintenance had just been performed on the motorcycle. *Ak
I own a buell motorcycle year 2000 model x1 lightning. There was a recall for a defective rear shock absorbers, nhtsa campaign id number: 00v163000. The recall was completed and a shock reinforcement package was installed. The old defective shock was left on the vehicle. There is a warning on the shock that states that this shock still has defects and that it could collapse. I don't feel safe riding this motorcycle in its present condition. It states in nhtsa campaign id number: 00v163000 under remedy:...
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dealers will install a shock reinforcement package (srp) which protects the structural integrity of the suspension system. A new shock absorber is currently being developed. When the new shock absorber is available, if an owner chooses, they can have it installed at no charge through the dealer network. I was not aware that the manufacturer was installing a new upgraded shock they never contacted me about this. I have spoken to them on the phone and they will not update this shock according to the remedy on the recall. I would like the new updated shock so that I don't have a future accident with the defective shock that is still on the motorcycle. The manufacturer has updated this shock for other beull owners as it is stated in the remedy portion of the recall. According to the nhtsa remedy buell has not satisfied the remedy for my motorcycle, as I have chosen to have the new shock absorber installed from the dealer at no charge. They stated that they will not complete the remedy. *Ak
The rear shock absorber is leaking oil very heavily. Found recall number 10808 00 v 163 000. Please provide any further information. Nlm
Consumer received recall 00v163000, but dealer doesn't have parts. *Slc
Recall 00v163 000/rear shock absorber: dealer unable to honor recall because no parts were available. Recall notice stated at parts would be available 24 july 2000. Manufacturer contacted, and informed consumer that parts were available . Can nhtsa help in this matter. *Ak
Questions about the Buell X1 Lightning
Which Buell X1 Lightning years have the most problems?
What are the most common Buell X1 Lightning problems?
Across every model year, owners report problems with the suspension (5), brakes (1), fuel system (1) most often.
How many recalls does the Buell X1 Lightning have?
NHTSA lists 8 recalls across all Buell X1 Lightning model years. Each year's page lists the recalls for that year; check your own vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether the repair has been done.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked daily. Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data