Yamaha XT600E 2000 - Adjusting the Throttle Cable Free Play; Adjusting the Valve Clearance

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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1. Throttle stop screw
To increase the engine idling
speed, turn the screw in direction
a. To decrease the engine idling
speed, turn the screw in direction
b.
NOTE:
If the specified idling speed cannot
be obtained as described above,
have a Yamaha dealer make the
adjustment.
Engine idling speed:
1,200–1,400 r/min
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Adjusting the valve
clearance
The valve clearance changes with
use, resulting in improper air-fuel mix-
ture and/or engine noise. To prevent
this from occurring, the valve clear-
ance must be adjusted by a Yamaha
dealer at the intervals specified in the
periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart.
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Adjusting the throttle cable
free play
The throttle cable free play should
measure 3–5 mm at the throttle grip.
Periodically check the throttle cable
free play and, if necessary, have a
Yamaha dealer adjust it.
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a. Throttle cable free play
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