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The XBs are pretty low maintenance. Only things that ever need adjusting on the motor would be the primary chain, changing the engine oil, changing the tranny oil, and making sure the clutch is adjusted properly. All of this comes around every 5000 miles on the 08-09 Buell XB models. All of that is simple to do too. They really worked hard on the XB models to try and make them as low maintenance as they possibly could.

The 03-09 xb motors are pretty solid. I know the old tubers and such had issues, like leaking oil and all, and high maintenance. Several people have tens of thousands of miles on thier XBs though without a single issue.

The Fuel-in-Frame issue isnt really an issue if in a crash. All newer models come with the frame pucks already on them. They fit directly on the frame at its widest points. They are made of a rubber/plastic material, with styrofoam behind them, and absorb impacts from falls REALLY well. If they need replacement after a crash, they cost around $50 for a set. Invest in some front and rear axle sliders, and your all set. I looked at 2 Buells that went down on Saturday at the track. Both of them had the frame pucks, and axle sliders on them. Those parts, and the brake levers, clutch lever, pegs, and shifter were the only parts damaged in the crashes. Cheap parts to replace too.