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ADJUSTMENTS
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USA
GAS CONTROL ADJUSTMENT
The throttle control cable should always
have a 3-5 mm play. In addition, the idle
speed should not change when the handle-
bars are fully rotated to the left or right. Push
back protective cap
10
. Loosen counternut
11
and turn adjusting screw
12
. Turning
the screw anticlockwise decreases the idle
travel; turning it clockwise increases it.
Tighten the counternut and check that the
throttle twist grip turns smoothly.
CHECKING AND ADJUSTING
THE STEERING PLAY
Periodically check the play of the steering
head tube by moving the forks backwards
and forwards as shown in the fi gure. If
any play is felt, carry out the adjustment
by following these steps:
•
Loosen the four screws
13
and screw
14
.
•
Recover the play by intervening on screw
15
.
•
Tighten the screws
13
to 17Nm.
•
Tighten the screw
14
to 20 Nm.
NOTE:
Proper adjustment must leave no play and
cause no stiffness, and allow the steering to
rotate smoothly. Check the fi tting direction
of the clevises as it can alter the geometry
of the handlebar.
10
12
11
14
13
15
