Buell XB 2010 - Throttle Control; Removal and Disassembly; Cleaning and Inspection; Assembly and Installation

2.24THROTTLE CONTROL
REMOVAL AND DISASSEMBLY
1. Remove right handlebar deflector if required. See
2.28 DEFLECTORS.
NOTE
On Ulysses models, it will be necessary to disconnect and
remove the heated handgrips. See 6.11 HEATED HAND
GRIPS: ULYSSES MODELS.
2. See Figure 2-149. Loosen cable adjuster lock (thick disc)
(2) on each cable.
3. Turn adjusters (3) in direction which will shorten cable
housings to minimum length.
4. Remove fasteners (1) on right switch housing and separate
housing from handlebar.
5. See Figure 2-150. Remove cables (2, 3) from notches in
front housing (4).
6. Remove cables (2, 3) and ferrules (6) from cable wheel
(7).
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2
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4
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1. Right switch housing fasteners (top fastener
above brake lever)
2. Cable adjuster lock
3. Adjusters
4. Throttle control cable
5. Idle control cable
Figure 2-149.Throttle Control Cables
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1
8
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4
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6
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1. Screw (short, top)
2. Idle control cable
3. Throttle control cable with molded end
4. Front housing
5. Screw (long, bottom)
6. Ferrules
7. Cable wheel
8. Rear housing
9. Locating pin
Figure 2-150. Cable Connections
CLEANING AND INSPECTION
Compressed air can pierce the skin and flying debris from
compressed air could cause serious eye injury. Wear
safety glasses when working with compressed air. Never
use your hand to check for air leaks or to determine air
flow rates. (00061a)
Clean all parts except cables in a non-flammable cleaning
solvent. Blow dry with compressed air. Replace cables if frayed,
kinked or bent.
ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION
1. Install throttle grip and position ferrules into cable wheel.
2. Insert idle control into front switch housing.
3. Slide switch housing over throttle.
4. Insert throttle cable into front switch housing.
5. Attach rear switch housing and position housings on right
handlebar by engaging locating pin on front housing with
hole in handlebar. Attach housings with two fasteners,
installing longer fastener on bottom. Tighten to 25-33 in-
lbs (3-4 Nm).
6. Adjust cables. See 1.12 THROTTLE CABLE.
7. Install right handlebar deflector if removed. See
2.28 DEFLECTORS.
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