PERIODIC MAINTENANCE 2-11
THROTTLE CABLE PLAY
Adjust the throttle cable play A as follows.
MINOR ADJUSTMENT
1st step:
• Loosen the lock nut 1 of the throttle returning cable 2 and
fully turn in the adjuster 3.
2nd step:
• Loosen the lock nut 4 of the throttle pulling cable 5.
• Turn the adjuster 6 in or out until the throttle cable play (at the
throttle grip) A is between 2.0 – 4.0 mm (0.08 – 0.16 in).
• Tighten the lock nut 4 while holding the adjuster 6.
" Throttle cable play A: 2.0 – 4.0 mm (0.08 – 0.16 in)
3rd step:
• While holding the throttle grip at the fully closed position slowly
turn out the adjuster 3 of the throttle returning cable 2 until
resistance is felt.
• Tighten the lock nut 1 while holding the adjuster 3.
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After the adjustment is completed, check that handlebar
movement does not raise the engine idle speed and that
the throttle grip returns smoothly and automatically.
NOTE:
Major adjustment can be made at the throttle body side adjuster.