There have repeated requests to put together a list of things we have learned about the Super X.  Almost every week we hear from owners who just bought a bike or who is just starting riding their bike.

So, here is the X-Man’s list of general hint’s and fixes.  

• Don’t lug the motor.  It is better for an X to keep the rpm’s up.

• When you are stopped, shift into neutral. It keeps the clutch cooler.

• Use full synthetic oil. Use at least 15W-50.

• It is a good idea to loosen the bolts on the floorboards. It will allow them to move and increase ground clearance.

• Tie down the bike with Softties and run them through the rigid front forks.  Strapping the bike to the handlebars can ruin the iso-mounts.

• If your gas cap seal goes bad, there is a good one on the other cap.

• The Super X has push/pull throttle cables.  If the push one breaks, switch it to pull and you can still ride the bike.

• If you are adding on a backrest, be sure to remove the spacers.  But keep them in case you want to remove the backrest some day.

• Before you put on any EH accessories, clean out the threads on the bike with a thread chaser.  If there are bolts provided in the accessory kit, use a wire wheel to remove the precoat.

• Make sure you are aware of all safety issues, service updates and warranty bulletins

• Get to know you bike inside and out.  You don’t have to be a mechanic to own a Super X, but it does take attention.

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