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17.1 Checking the throttle cable play
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– Check the throttle grip for smooth operation.
– Turn handlebar as far as possible to the right. Turn the throt-
tle grip back and forth slightly and determine the play in the
throttle cable.
Throttle cable play 3 … 5 mm (0.12 … 0.2 in)
» If the throttle cable play does not meet specifications:
– Adjust the throttle cable play. ( p. 116)
Danger
Danger of poisoning Exhaust gases are toxic and inhal-
ing them may result in unconsciousness and death.
– Always make sure there is sufficient ventilation
when running the engine.
– Use effective exhaust extraction when starting or
running the engine in an enclosed space.
– Start the engine and let it run at idle speed. Move the handle-
bar to and fro over the entire steering range.
The idle speed must not change.
» If the idle speed changes:
– Adjust the throttle cable play. ( p. 116)
17.2 Adjusting the throttle cable play
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If the correct routing of the throttle cable has already been secured, the fuel tank does not need to be
removed.
Preparatory work
–
Remove the seat. ( p. 66)
– Remove the fuel tank. ( p. 71)
– Check throttle cable routing. ( p. 79)
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