2005 Buell Firebolt: Fuel System 4-37
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IDLE SPEED CONTROL 4.14
ADJUSTMENTS
CAUTION
Setting the idle below the recommended speed can
result in hard starting, especially in cold ambient temper-
atures.
See Figure 4-28. The idle speed control cable (1) is located
on the left side of the vehicle between the front cylinder head
and the ram air scoop assembly (2). Idle speeds are listed in
4.1 SPECIFICATIONS. A 3/16 in. allen wrench may be used
to turn adjuster knob.
1CAUTION
Idle adjuster is located near the engine and could be
extremely hot. Use suggested tool for adjusting the idle
speed. Failure to comply could result in minor or moder-
ate injury.
The idle speed should be adjusted when the engine is at nor-
mal operating temperature.
NOTE
An idle speed too low can cause poor throttle response. An
idle speed too high can cause a slow return to idle.
See 1.16 THROTTLE CABLE AND IDLE SPEED ADJUST-
MENT for more information on idle speed adjustment.
Table 4-14. Engine Idle Speeds
MODEL REGULAR IDLE
All 1050-1150
Figure 4-28. Idle Adjustment Cable
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