MAINTENANCE
THROTTLE OPERATION
INSPECTION/ADJUSTMENT
3-6
Check for any deterioration or damage to the throttle
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cable. Check Ihe throttle grip for smooth operation.
Check that the throttle opens and automatically closes
in
all steering positions.
l{the
throttle grip does not return properly, overhaul and
lubricate
Ihe
throttle grip housing.
If the throttle grip still does not return properly, replace
the throttle cable.
With Ihe engine idling, turn the handlebar all
the
way
to
the right and left to ensure thai the idle speed does not
change. If
id18
speed increases,
check
the throttle grip
freeplay and throWe cable connection.
Measure the throttle grip free play
at
the grip flange.
FREEPLAY: 3 - 6 mm
(0
.12
-0.2
4 in)
3
-6
mm
(0.12
-0.24
in)
Throttle grip free play can
be adjusted
al
Ihe throttle
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housing adjuster [1].
Remove the dust cover [2] from the adjuster.
Adjust the freeplay by loosening the lock nut [3] and
tuming the adjuster.
Recheck the throttle operation.
Replace any damaged parts if necessary.
THROTTLE LIMITER ACTIVATION
This motorcycle can reduce the throttle grip movement.
Remove the M5 x 10 screw [1] from the throttle
housing.
Replace the M5 x 10 screw with the M5 x 40 screw [2]
provided and tighten
it fully.
When the M5 x
10
screw is installed, the throttle can be
fully opened.
When the M5 x 40 screw
is
installed, the throttle
opening is restricted to approximately 50% and
maximum engine speed is limited.
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Do not remove the screw except when activating
or
m
deactivating the limiter. 8
1
Use only provided screws. Do not use any other
[1J
[2j
SCffiW.
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Never operate the motorcycle without either the M5
x 10 or M5 x 40 screws installed
as
debris can enter
the housing and cause the throttle
to
bind.