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Buell · Hydraulic-lifter four-stroke single, dry sump, separate gearbox oil, belt drive

Blast (492 cc)

Library entry covers 2002-2010

33 factory 27 guideline

Published source

2007 Buell P3 Service Manual, 1.3 Maintenance Schedule, Table 1-1 (p.1-6)

Factory service manual. Covers 2007 Buell P3 (Blast) Service Manual, Table 1-1 Regular Service Intervals for Buell Blast Models; catalog row 2002-2010, earlier years may differ.

60 items for a 2009 model, grouped by interval the way a factory chart is laid out.

How this bike is built (what the schedule is based on)

Engine cycle: Four-stroke
Engine lubrication: Dry sump (separate oil tank)
Oil filtration: Replaceable cartridge or spin-on filter
Valve gear: Hydraulic lifters (no routine clearance adjustment)
Ignition: Electronic (CDI / transistor / ECU)
Charging: Alternator / stator with rectifier
Battery: Wet cell (flooded lead-acid, needs topping up)
Fuel system: Single carburetor
Cooling: Air / oil cooled
Primary drive: Gear or chain inside engine, shares engine oil
Gearbox oil: Separate gearbox oil
Clutch control: Hand lever, cable
Final drive: Toothed belt
Front suspension: Telescopic fork
Rear suspension: Swingarm, single shock / cantilever
Front brake: Disc, hydraulic
Rear brake: Disc, hydraulic
Wheels: Cast / alloy, tubeless
Sidecar: No sidecar

Maintenance schedule

2009 Buell Blast (492 cc)

On the road: every 200 mi

1 item

Check engine oil level

Pre-ride / on the road

Guideline

Each fuel stop on old machines. Dry sump: check the tank hot, engine idling or just stopped, per your manual.

On the road: every 300 mi

2 items

Check lights, horn, brake light switches

Pre-ride / on the road

Guideline
Check tire pressures

Pre-ride / on the road

Guideline

Every 2,500 mi

10 items

Electrical equipment and switches, starter interlock (check operation)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Table 1-1 (columns 1000 mi/1600 km, then every 2500 mi/4000 km to 25,000 mi/40,000 km): marked at 1000 mi and every column
Engine idle speed (check adjustment)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Table 1-1 (columns 1000 mi/1600 km, then every 2500 mi/4000 km to 25,000 mi/40,000 km): marked at 1000 mi and every column; note 1
Road test (verify component and system functions)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Table 1-1 (columns 1000 mi/1600 km, then every 2500 mi/4000 km to 25,000 mi/40,000 km): marked at 1000 mi and every column
Replace fuel lines

Fuel and air

Factory

Manual: Fuel valve, lines and fittings (inspect for leaks). Factory: Table 1-1 (columns 1000 mi/1600 km, then every 2500 mi/4000 km to 25,000 mi/40,000 km): marked at 1000 mi and every column; note 1
Clean battery terminals, check charge and strap

Ignition and electrics

Factory

Manual: Battery (check battery and clean connections). Factory: Table 1-1 (columns 1000 mi/1600 km, then every 2500 mi/4000 km to 25,000 mi/40,000 km): marked at 1000 mi and every column
Primary chain (check adjustment)

Final drive

Factory

Factory: Table 1-1 (columns 1000 mi/1600 km, then every 2500 mi/4000 km to 25,000 mi/40,000 km): marked at 1000 mi and every column; note 1
Check brake pads and discs

Brakes

Factory

Manual: Brake pads and discs (inspect for wear). Factory: Table 1-1 (columns 1000 mi/1600 km, then every 2500 mi/4000 km to 25,000 mi/40,000 km): marked at 1000 mi and every column
Inspect brake hoses; replace old rubber

Brakes

Factory

Manual: Oil lines and brake system (inspect for leaks). Factory: Table 1-1 (columns 1000 mi/1600 km, then every 2500 mi/4000 km to 25,000 mi/40,000 km): marked at 1000 mi and every column; note 1: dealer item unless properly equipped
Inspect tire tread, sidewalls and date codes

Wheels and tires

Factory

Manual: Tires (check pressure, inspect tread). Factory: Table 1-1 (columns 1000 mi/1600 km, then every 2500 mi/4000 km to 25,000 mi/40,000 km): marked at 1000 mi and every column
Throttle control (check operation)

Controls and cables

Factory

Factory: Table 1-1 (columns 1000 mi/1600 km, then every 2500 mi/4000 km to 25,000 mi/40,000 km): marked at 1000 mi and every column; note 1

Every 3,000 mi or 12 months

4 items

Clean fuel tap filter / sediment bowl

Fuel and air

Guideline
Inspect fork seals, stanchions and fork boots

Front end

Guideline
Check footrests, pegs, rear brake and gear lever pivots

Rear suspension and frame

Guideline
Grease and check center / side stand and springs

Rear suspension and frame

Guideline

Every 4,000 mi or 12 months

1 item

Inspect, clean and gap spark plugs

Engine

Guideline

Every 5,000 mi or 12 months

1 item

Inspect drive belt, pulleys and tension

Final drive

Guideline

Every 5,000 mi

8 items

Change engine oil

Engine

Factory

Manual: Engine oil and filter (replace). Factory: Table 1-1 (columns 1000 mi/1600 km, then every 2500 mi/4000 km to 25,000 mi/40,000 km): marked at 1000 mi and every 5000 mi (5000, 10,000 ... 25,000)
Check engine breather and oil return

Engine

Factory

Manual: Crankcase breather hose (drain). Factory: Table 1-1 (columns 1000 mi/1600 km, then every 2500 mi/4000 km to 25,000 mi/40,000 km): marked at 1000 mi and every 5000 mi (5000, 10,000 ... 25,000)
Engine oil (inspect)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Table 1-1 (columns 1000 mi/1600 km, then every 2500 mi/4000 km to 25,000 mi/40,000 km): marked at 2500, 7500, 12,500, 17,500, 22,500 mi, between oil changes
Replace oil filter

Engine

Factory

Manual: Engine oil filter (replace with oil). Factory: Table 1-1 (columns 1000 mi/1600 km, then every 2500 mi/4000 km to 25,000 mi/40,000 km): same row as engine oil; marked at 1000 mi and every 5000 mi (5000, 10,000 ... 25,000)
Check throttle cable(s) free play and return

Fuel and air

Factory

Manual: Throttle, brake and clutch controls, jiffy stand (lubricate). Factory: Table 1-1 (columns 1000 mi/1600 km, then every 2500 mi/4000 km to 25,000 mi/40,000 km): marked at 5000, 10,000 ... 25,000 mi; note 1
Adjust clutch free play, lubricate cable and lever pivot

Primary and gearbox

Factory

Manual: Clutch (check adjustment). Factory: Table 1-1 (columns 1000 mi/1600 km, then every 2500 mi/4000 km to 25,000 mi/40,000 km): marked at 1000 mi and every 5000 mi (5000, 10,000 ... 25,000); note 1
Brake fluid (check levels and condition)

Brakes

Factory

Factory: Table 1-1 (columns 1000 mi/1600 km, then every 2500 mi/4000 km to 25,000 mi/40,000 km): marked at 1000 mi and every 5000 mi (5000, 10,000 ... 25,000)
Rear brake pedal (check operation)

Brakes

Factory

Factory: Table 1-1 (columns 1000 mi/1600 km, then every 2500 mi/4000 km to 25,000 mi/40,000 km): marked at 1000 mi and every 5000 mi (5000, 10,000 ... 25,000); note 1

Every 6,000 mi or 12 months

5 items

Clean carburetor float bowl(s), check float level and jets

Fuel and air

Guideline

Ethanol fuel varnishes old carbs quickly in storage.
Check charging voltage and regulator / cut-out

Ignition and electrics

Guideline
Check swingarm bushes for play

Rear suspension and frame

Guideline
Lubricate control cables and lever pivots

Controls and cables

Guideline
Lubricate speedometer / tachometer cables, check drive

Controls and cables

Guideline

A dry speedo cable whips the needle and eventually kills the instrument.

Every 10,000 mi or 2 years

2 items

Compression test (or leak-down)

Engine

Guideline
Change gearbox oil

Primary and gearbox

Guideline

Every 10,000 mi

8 items

Critical fasteners (check tightness)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Table 1-1 (columns 1000 mi/1600 km, then every 2500 mi/4000 km to 25,000 mi/40,000 km): marked at 10,000 and 20,000 mi; note 1
Engine mounts and stabilizer links (inspect)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Table 1-1 (columns 1000 mi/1600 km, then every 2500 mi/4000 km to 25,000 mi/40,000 km): marked at 10,000 and 20,000 mi; note 1
Exhaust system hardware including muffler strap (inspect)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Table 1-1 (columns 1000 mi/1600 km, then every 2500 mi/4000 km to 25,000 mi/40,000 km): marked at 10,000 and 20,000 mi; note 1
Replace spark plugs

Engine

Factory

Manual: Spark plug (replace). Factory: Table 1-1 (columns 1000 mi/1600 km, then every 2500 mi/4000 km to 25,000 mi/40,000 km): marked at 10,000 and 20,000 mi
Clean / inspect air filter

Fuel and air

Factory

Manual: Air cleaner (inspect, service as required). Factory: Table 1-1 (columns 1000 mi/1600 km, then every 2500 mi/4000 km to 25,000 mi/40,000 km): marked at 10,000 and 20,000 mi
Ignition timing (check)

Ignition and electrics

Factory

Factory: Table 1-1 (columns 1000 mi/1600 km, then every 2500 mi/4000 km to 25,000 mi/40,000 km): marked at 10,000 and 20,000 mi; note 1
Transmission lubricant (replace)

Primary and gearbox

Factory

Factory: Table 1-1 (columns 1000 mi/1600 km, then every 2500 mi/4000 km to 25,000 mi/40,000 km): marked at 1000, 10,000 and 20,000 mi; note 1
Inspect rear shocks for leaks and damping

Rear suspension and frame

Factory

Manual: Rear shock absorber (check). Factory: Table 1-1 (columns 1000 mi/1600 km, then every 2500 mi/4000 km to 25,000 mi/40,000 km): marked at 10,000 and 20,000 mi

Every 12,000 mi or 2 years

3 items

Replace air filter element

Fuel and air

Guideline
Clean and grease rear suspension linkage

Rear suspension and frame

Guideline
Grease swingarm pivot

Rear suspension and frame

Guideline

Every 15,000 mi

2 items

Replace drive belt (wear or damage based)

Final drive

Factory

Manual: Rear belt and rear sprocket (replace). Factory: Table 1-1 (columns 1000 mi/1600 km, then every 2500 mi/4000 km to 25,000 mi/40,000 km): marked at 15,000 mi; note 1
Rear brake pads and rear brake pins (replace)

Brakes

Factory

Factory: Table 1-1 (columns 1000 mi/1600 km, then every 2500 mi/4000 km to 25,000 mi/40,000 km): marked at 15,000 mi; note 1

Every 20,000 mi or 4 years

2 items

Repack / replace steering head bearings

Front end

Guideline

Many old machines use loose balls in cups and cones. Taper roller conversions are common.
Repack / replace wheel bearings

Wheels and tires

Guideline

Cup-and-cone and taper roller hubs need periodic repacking and adjustment.

Every 20,000 mi

3 items

Replace fuel filter

Fuel and air

Factory

Manual: Fuel tank filter screen (clean). Factory: Table 1-1 (columns 1000 mi/1600 km, then every 2500 mi/4000 km to 25,000 mi/40,000 km): marked at 20,000 mi; note 1
Change fork oil

Front end

Factory

Manual: Front fork oil (replace). Factory: Table 1-1 (columns 1000 mi/1600 km, then every 2500 mi/4000 km to 25,000 mi/40,000 km): marked at 20,000 mi; note 1
Check steering head bearing adjustment

Front end

Factory

Manual: Steering head bearings (lubricate and adjust). Factory: Table 1-1 (columns 1000 mi/1600 km, then every 2500 mi/4000 km to 25,000 mi/40,000 km): marked at 20,000 mi; note 1

Every 25,000 mi or 6 years

1 item

Replace swingarm bushes / bearings

Rear suspension and frame

Guideline

Every 30,000 mi or 6 years

1 item

Rebuild forks: seals, bushes, springs

Front end

Guideline

Every 2 years

3 items

Inspect wiring, bullet connectors and ground points

Ignition and electrics

Guideline
Inspect frame, welds and lugs for cracks

Rear suspension and frame

Guideline
Replace brake fluid

Brakes

Factory

Manual: Brake fluid (change). Factory: Table 1-1 (columns 1000 mi/1600 km, then every 2500 mi/4000 km to 25,000 mi/40,000 km): note 3: change brake fluid every two (2) years

Every 4 years

1 item

Rebuild calipers and master cylinders (seals)

Brakes

Guideline

Every 6 years

1 item

Replace tires on age (regardless of tread)

Wheels and tires

Guideline

No interval set

1 item

Check wheel bearings for play

Wheels and tires

Factory

Manual: Wheel bearings (inspect). Factory: Table 1-1 (columns 1000 mi/1600 km, then every 2500 mi/4000 km to 25,000 mi/40,000 km): note 2: inspect whenever a wheel is removed (tire change, fork fluid change, etc.)

Guideline lines: Intervals here are general guidelines for the machine's era and layout, compiled for this app. They are not factory manual figures. Check your workshop manual, and edit any interval in the bike's Schedule tab.